My ex-husband is seeking a second chance

The door wasn’t closed tightly, as if it had been left open intentionally.

Lindsay gently pushed it open and entered Pearl’s room. She said softly.

“You’re not asleep

p either.

1. ly. “Tarl, you’re not asleep yet?”

Pearl closed her book. She sat up a bit straighter and looked at Lindsay. “What’s on your mind! Come, talk to me.

Lindsay approached Pearl. She wore a cartoon–themed pajama sei made of pure cotton. However, it had faded from washing. Walking on the expensive Sweile carpet, she felt somewhat out of place, and her demeanor was filled with restraint,

“Have a seat” Pearl gestured for her to sit and casually took a shawl. She tossed it to Lindsay and said. “Tim not used to using the air conditioning The room is a bit chilly, so wrap yourself in this to stay warm”

Thank you. Pearl”

Lindsay thanked Pearl meekly. She took the shawl and sat on the chair with her hands resting on her knees, legs straight and close together.

Observing Lindsay’s series of small actions, Pearl couldn’t help bait chuckle.

Over the past three years. Pearl had portrayed a gentle and obedient image in front of Marr. Her reference point had been her cousin Lindsay Her performance had been quite convincing, considering that Mare had been deceived by her for three years

Pearl had always appeared cold and aloof when they met, but suddenly, she laughed. Lindsay was taken aback and asked. “What is it?“.

Pearl replied. “It’s nothing, just reminiscing about some amusing things

The smile in Pearl’s eyes vanished quickly, leaving a trace of coolness. “What do you need from me!

With her large round eyes. Lindsay stared at Pearl intently and asked, “Pearl, where have you been these past few years, and are you doing well?” Pearl’s eyes flickered. She hadn’t expected Lindsay’s first question to be this one.

“I went to different cities and experienced various aspects of life,”

Pearl also asked Lindsay, “What about you? How are you doing?”

“Same as always, Lindsay replied with a slight smile. “From childhood to now, it’s been the same. I’ve gotten used to it, and it doesn’t matter if it’s good or bad”

Pearl looked at her and said. “I heard your father has married another wife.

Lindsay’s eyes darkened, and the lowered her gaze. “Yes, he married again, and she’s quite beautiful. She ev

even won a national pageant contest.”

As she spoke, a smile played on her lips, but underneath, there was a hi

a hint of sarcasm.

Pearl watched and silently sighed in her heart. Every family had its own difficulties.

Her grandfather had lived a life of poverty, fathering three sons. The eldest, Ken, was the most successful one. He founded the Woolery Group and became a successful entrepreneur. Unfortunately, he passed away at a young age.

The second son, Ralph, had always been good at calculating and managing things. Initially, he was the most promising one and climbed the corporate ladder to become a manager in a state–owned enterprise. Later, seeing his elder brother’s success, he became jealous and followed san

As for the third son, Errot, he was all talk and no action, squandering his life away without ever holding a steady job. He relied on the support of his two brothers to get by, spending money recklessly and frequently changing wives. He was always driven by his insatiable desires.

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Pearl remembered her mother once evaluating her two uncles in front of her father, saying, “Ralphy is not a decent man, but Errol is even worse. What kind of people age they?”

“You don’t have a good stepmother. Pearl stated, not as a question but as a statement of fact

She had investigated Lindsay’s experiences over the years and learned that since Errol had married his new wife. Lindsay had no place in t homar. She had not only been driven out of the house but almost couldn’t complete her education

thear

Lindsay mockingly said, “She’s only four or five years older than me. She’s pretty, and she knows how to manipulate people. Lean’t compete with her, so I can only keep my distance and avoid her if I can’t handle her.”

Pead sighed imperceptibly. Having a stepmother was essentially the same as being abandoned by her father. Lindsay was like an abandoned clubl, and life became more challenging

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“Hut enough about me. Pearl, I came to find you for an important reason”

Lindsay glanced outside, moving her chair closer and lowering her voice. “I came here this time because Tina asked me to. Her motives aren’t pure. She wants me to gain your trust. Then, she wants me to join forces with her against you. ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

I know.” Pearl replied without a trace of surprise.

Lindsay widened her eyes in astonishment. “You knew?”

Pearl sneered. “Her little tricks can’t fool me

Lindsay blinked her eyes several times. She looked at Pearl’s calm and strategic demeanor and suddenly realized something. “So you already guessed that I would come to find your”

“You’re smarter than she is. You understand that in this family. I am the real support, Pearl replied.

Pearl patted her thighs saying humorously. “Though I’m not invincible, I’m still dependable”

Lindsay couldn’t help but laugh, revealing her neat row of teeth. “I guess you could say I’ve switched from the dark side to light.”

“Exactly.” Pearl agreed.

Pearl raised her hand and gently pinched Lindsay’s check, expressing regret. “When you were little, your chubby cheeks were so nice to pinch. Now, they’ve become so thin.”

“It’s trendy to be slim nowadays, and my classmates envy me for having a small face, Lindsay replied.

Pearl shook her head “What does it matter if you’re fat or thin! Your health is the most important. Starting tomorrow, I’ll help you gain some weight, so you’ll be plump and healthy.

Tears glistened in Lindsay’s eyes as she said, “The happiest time in my life was when I lived with you in my childhood, and that was also the time I was the fastest

“You’re still so young, and you have your whole life ahead of you. We’ve all grown up, but is still your elder cousin. I’m responsible for guiding and protecting you. Prad said.

Pearl’s fingers were damp with Lindsay’s tears. She lifted her hand and patted Lindsay’s head as she did when they were children. “Tm back now, and you don’t have to be afraid of anything. I won’t let anyone hurt you again”

Pearl!”

Lindsay threw herself into her cousin’s arms, crying la ke a child

Night had fallen, and a black car was parked on the long street outside Rose Garden. In less than two days, Marc had come here once again The surroundings had an eene ulence. The unique tranquility and the scent of roses wafting through the air gradually sharpened his senses. It pulled him out of the chaos, bit by bit, and brought him back to awareness,

It was strange. Since his divorce from Pearl, his life had undergone a complete transformation in just half a month.

was no longer there.

When he left Machodean, the roses in the courtyard were already in bloom, but the person who planted those flowers was For some reason, his heart could only find peace when he was near Pearl, free from restlessness, anxiety, and confusion. It was as if an invalible thread constantly drew him back here.

Marc knew he had lost control, gone mad, or perhaps he had developed feelings.

Mare held a phone in his hand. Its battery was running low. Eve

Every time he dialed her number, he canceled the call as soon as it connected

On the way here, he had many questions he wanted to ask Pearl. But now that he had her number, he didn’t know what to ask

wanted to ask her if what Loras told him was true.

Wid what Samuel told him true!

Ultimately, he only wanted to ask her one thing. Was her love for him sull theret