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They were on the verge of divorce. And they hadn\u2019t been intimate in three or four months.\u00a0<\/p>\n
So, naturally, the condoms he purchased were clearly intended for use with Sabrina.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After seeing them, Scarlett quickly averted her gaze after just a brief glance.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When they placed their items on the checkout counter, she heard Vincent\u2019s puzzled voice behind her. \u201cWhy don\u2019t you pick up some snacks you like?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t even turn her head, replying flatly, \u201cNo need.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent paused. He genuinely wanted to buy her something she enjoyed, but the frustrating truth was, he had no idea what her favorite snacks were.\u00a0<\/p>\n
When they arrived at Stewart Manor, Xavier hadn\u2019t eaten yet.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing them return together, Xavier was overjoyed and immediately bustled about, instructing the household staff to prepare additional dishes for the meal.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After giving directions, he asked happily, \u201cWhat brings you back today?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Usually, the young couple didn\u2019t visit unless there was a specific occasion. It was especially rare to see Scarlett and Vincent arriving together.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent placed the gifts they\u2019d purchased on the table and answered calmly, \u201cScarlett wanted to come see you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing Vincent refer to her so familiarly, Xavier\u2019s face broke into a wide smile. \u201cWonderful! You\u2019ve finally come to your senses. You understand now that a good marriage is built by two people together.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett remained silent, simply turning her head to look at Vincent. He glanced back at her, a rare smile appearing on his face.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing his smile, Scarlett felt nothing, offering no response in return.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Xavier, however, was thrilled to see Vincent smiling at Scarlett. He couldn\u2019t help but hope that Vincent had finally recognized Scarlett\u2019s worth and intended to cherish her properly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
During dinner, even before Xavier could prompt him, Vincent began serving food onto Scarlett\u2019s plate.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett frowned, completely baffled by his behavior. But with Xavier present, she refrained from speaking up.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Seeing them getting along so harmoniously, Xavier finally felt a sense of relief.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After the meal, Xavier insisted, \u201cYou\u2019re staying the night here. Tomorrow is Sunday, perfect for the two of you to accompany me for a walk.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t reply, but Vincent agreed first. \u201cWhatever you arrange is fine, Grandpa.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing Vincent agree made Xavier even happier.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett held back her questions until Xavier had retired for the evening.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Once they went upstairs, Scarlett stood by the doorway, unwilling to even step fully inside. She got straight to the point. \u201cVincent, what is the meaning of all this?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
She had come with him because he claimed he\u2019d found the marriage certificates\u2013not to put on an act for Xavier.\u00a0<\/p>\n
What was the point of all this performance? It was entirely artificial.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing her angry expression, Vincent gave a slight smile. He took her arm and said, \u201cLet\u2019s talk inside.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett resisted, pulling her arm free. \u201cI can walk by myself.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
She strode angrily into the room and sat down on the sofa.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent sat down beside her, turning to look at her. \u201cThe marriage certificates are with Grandpa.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this, Scarlett was momentarily stunned, but she quickly understood.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In the entire Stewart family, only Xavier genuinely wanted her and Vincent to make their marriage work. Him hiding the certificates was likely because he feared they might divorce suddenly.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After a few seconds of silence, Scarlett looked at Vincent. \u201cSince Grandpa has them, then we\u2019ll treat them as lost. We can apply for replacements. We can still proceed with the divorce.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing her bring up divorce again, Vincent\u2019s expression darkened.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But soon, he spoke again, his tone light, \u201cThere\u2019s one more thing.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett frowned. \u201cWhat else?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent leaned back against the sofa cushions. \u201cLet\u2019s do it one more time,\u201d he said, as casually as discussing the weather.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Scarlett shot to her feet. \u201cVincent, you\u2019re being completely unreasonable!\u201d she snapped.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She turned to leave, but Vincent grabbed her arm and pulled her back toward him with little effort.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He leaned in close, his breath warm against her skin. \u201cYou\u2019re always saying I only last three minutes. Don\u2019t I deserve a chance to prove myself?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett leaned back as far as she could, putting distance between them. She turned her face away, not wanting to look at him. \u201cVincent, it\u2019s too late for all that now. I\u2019m not going to let you do whatever you want like I used to.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
But her resistance didn\u2019t faze him. He wrapped an arm around her waist, pulling her firmly against his body.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He bent his head, aiming for her lips.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett pushed against him fiercely. \u201cVincent, this is illegal! Do you understand that?\u201d she cried out sharply.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Unmoved, Vincent reached into his pocket and retrieved a condom.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He placed it on the sofa beside them, then began unbuttoning his own shirt with his other hand.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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