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The wound wasn\u2019t particularly deep, yet blood continued to seep slowly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent found himself asking. \u201cDoes this require medical attention at a hospital?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett frowned, turning to face Vincent directly. \u201cYou really don\u2019t need to pretend to care.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
His excessive attentiveness felt artificial and performative to her.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
Had they not been at the Stewart Manor, Scarlett might have read deeper meanings into his behavior.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But given their surroundings, she concluded that every word and action was likely part of an elaborate charade.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent met her gaze but remained silent.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t concern herself with his thoughts. After completing her facial routine, she stated, \u201cThere\u2019s something I need to discuss with you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had been prolonging the divorce proceedings for what felt like an eternity.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She wanted to understand his perspective and determine how they might conclude matters amicably.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But before Vincent could acknowledge her request, his phone abruptly vibrated.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He glanced at the screen-the caller ID displayed \u201cSabrina\u201d.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett observed his hesitation, the visible conflict between answering and ignoring the call. She offered a thin smile. \u201cFeel free to take it.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
With the ringing nearing its end, Vincent finally accepted the call.\u00a0<\/p>\n
As he began speaking, he walked out of the bathroom.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Standing behind him, Scarlett could discern a young girl\u2019s voice through the receiver-Vanessa. \u201cDaddy, look! Sabrina and I drew a little villa together!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent stared intently at the screen, watching the video transmission. Noting three figures in the drawing, he inquired curiously, \u201cVanessa, who have you drawn here?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa\u2019s voice bubbled with excitement. \u201cI drew you, Daddy, and Sabrina, and me! We\u2019re all sunbathing together!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s smile became unmistakable. \u201cThat\u2019s truly wonderful artwork.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa asked, \u201cDaddy, was Great-Grandpa happy today?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent confirmed, \u201cYes, he was very happy.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cDaddy, I\u2019ll visit him next time. Sabrina wants to go on vacation, so I want to go with her.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s tone remained even. \u201cThat\u2019s fine.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
1\/3\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Chapter 104 The Midnight Revelation\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had settled in the living room area, engaged in his phone conversation. Scarlett remained in the bathroom, meticulously completing her skincare regimen.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Finished\u00a0<\/p>\n
She delayed her exit specifically to hear what Vanessa might say to Vincent-perhaps Vanessa would inquire about Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Instead, Scarlett inadvertently discovered the real reason Vanessa hadn\u2019t returned to the Stewart Manor for the celebration.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was Xavier\u2019s significant birthday, a major family occasion, yet Vanessa had chosen to go on vacation with Sabrina instead.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Were Xavier to learn the truth, he would likely be deeply hurt.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa\u2019s voice carried through again. \u201cDaddy, you didn\u2019t tell Great-Grandpa, right? If he finds out I went traveling instead of attending his birthday, he\u2019ll be terribly upset.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent replied reassuringly, \u201cI provided a plausible excuse for you. Told him you\u2019d gone to visit your grandmother.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa sighed with relief. \u201cThank you, Daddy. You\u2019re the best.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cPreparing for bed now?\u201d Vincent\u2019s expression was filled with paternal affection.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He might have been a deficient husband, but as a father, he demonstrated genuine dedication.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Overhearing Vincent using her own mother as cover so Vanessa could travel with Sabrina ignited fresh resentment within Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She couldn\u2019t suppress a wave of bitterness toward him.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa continued through the phone, \u201cNot yet. I\u2019m going to the beach with Sabrina to stargaze.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent, now seated in the living room, lit a cigarette and responded, \u201cVery well, but don\u2019t stay out excessively late. Ensure you rest afterward.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa agreed, then suddenly asked with hopeful anticipation, \u201cDaddy, are you coming? It feels incomplete without you. Sabrina seems disappointed too.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent glanced toward Scarlett, still visible in the bathroom. Remembering Xavier\u2019s insistence they stay overnight, he declined Vanessa\u2019s invitation. \u201cNot tonight. I\u2019ll take you and Sabrina stargazing together another time.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa\u2019s voice drooped with disappointment. \u201cAlright then.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent said, \u201cGo enjoy your time with Sabrina. I\u2019m ending the call now.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Mere mention of Sabrina visibly elated Vanessa. \u201cOkay! I\u2019m going now. If you change your mind, please come early!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cUnderstood.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
After Vanessa disconnected, Vincent set his phone aside.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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\u76e4 Fillached\u00a0<\/p>\n
Having overheard their entire exchange. Scarlett felt profound disappointment and a strange sense of absurd amusement.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Throughout the conversation, Vanessa hadn\u2019t mentioned her even once.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A sharp pang struck her heart, yet no tears formed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Unwilling to reveal her vulnerability, Scarlett closed the bathroom door and pretended to use the facilities.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent noted this but offered no comment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett remained standing in the bathroom for several minutes, allowing her emotions to stabilize before finally emerging.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When she did, she found Vincent had already showered-evidently using the guest bathroom-and was now lying on the bed.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He lay on his side, watching videos on his phone.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The bed was generously sized, yet he occupied only one side, leaving the other half conspicuously empty- as if deliberately reserving that space for Scarlett.\u00a0<\/p>\n
18:15 Thu, Jan 8\u00a0<\/p>\n
Awakened Housewife ignore Betrayer\u2019s Begs<\/p>\n
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