shuhaige
Chapter 31
Meanwhile, when they arrived at Alex’s parents’ house, Aurora remained friendly and casual. As usual, she politely helped Savana prepare dinner. Serving food on the table, then they ate together while chatting lightly.
“How’s your job, Alex? Everything going smoothly?”NôvelDrama.Org owns this text.
Alex nodded as if nothing had happened. In reality, even swallowing food felt difficult. He was preoccupied with figuring out how to tell his parents about the fate of his crumbling marriage.
“Smooth, Mom. No problems with work.”
“Thank God.” A moment later, Savana turned to Aurora. Now, it was her daughter-in-law’s turn to be questioned, akin to a student being interrogated. “And how about you, Rin? Is your job at the hospital going well? I heard you’ve been working overtime a lot lately.”
Aurora grumbled inwardly. She was certain her in-laws knew about her coming home late from their son. It was ridiculous to her. Why should she have to explain all this? Moreover, whether she worked overtime, came home early, or didn’t come home at all, it was none of their business.
“It’s been quite busy lately. There was an emergency patient I had to assist with for the past week.”
“So, because of this patient, you’ve been working overtime every day?”
Aurora just nodded. In reality, she came home late because she didn’t want to meet Alex.
“Yes, Mom.”
“Don’t be too busy.”
Savana responded. The middle-aged woman had already prepared a lengthy lecture for her daughter-in-law. Somehow, at every meeting, Aurora was at fault, as if she could never do anything right in Savana’s eyes.
“The duty of a wife is to take care of her husband at home, not to be busy outside. Besides, you’re wealthy. What else are you looking for?”
Aurora’s face remained calm. She responded to Savana’s always harsh remarks.
“Work isn’t just about making money, Mom. Even before marriage, Aurora has been a doctor whose duty is to help people. Moreover, Aurora has never neglected her duties as a wife.”
Savana looked disdainful. She disregarded the reasons Aurora gave. If she didn’t like it, no matter how good Aurora’s behavior was, it would still be bad in her eyes.
“But if you’re more occupied outside, poor Alex will be neglected because no one’s taking care of him. If you work in the morning and come home late at night, Alex might find a new wife. Do you want Alex to be taken care of by another woman?”
Aurora chuckled. At a serious lecture, she deliberately laughed. Surely her action would be met with a response from Savana. This action was undoubtedly considered disrespectful.
“Why are you laughing? Is there something funny about Mama’s words?”
“No, Mom.”
“Then?”
Aurora stopped eating. Placing her spoon and fork on the plate, she intended to speak while looking at her mother-in-law.
“For two years as a wife, Aurora has tried her best to come home from work before Alex arrives home. From morning, when Alex wakes up until he goes to sleep, Aurora also tries her best to make Alex happy and fulfill all his needs. Almost everything Alex asks for, Aurora complies. But, do you know what Mama’s beloved son’s response was?”
Savana’s eyebrows furrowed. She observed closely what Aurora wanted to do or say next.
“Mama, take a look at this.”
Aurora took an envelope from her bag. She opened it, then handed it to Savana. “See what’s inside.”
Savana complied. She opened the brown envelope Aurora gave her. Taking out its contents, Savana found several photos showing her son hugging and intimately holding hands with another woman. There was even one photo showing how Alex posed intimately, kissing another woman while in a public area.
“Aurora has tried her best to be a good wife, Mom. But what’s Alex’s response? He’s cheating with a woman who is actually still related to Aurora as a cousin.”
Beside Savana, Alex closed his eyes full of regret. He never expected Aurora to expose his rottenness directly, even today, in front of his mother. What would his fate be after this?
“Ma… Alex can explain all this.”
Savana raised her hand, asking Alex not to say anything. “Shut up, Alex!” Then Savana turned to Aurora. She returned her daughter-in-law’s cold gaze.
“Mama won’t be surprised if Alex cheats. You should be aware of why your husband could stoop so low.”
“So, Mama condones what Alex did? He cheated, Mom. Consciously betraying Aurora. Not just once, but twice!”
Aurora’s voice was trembling. Emotions had taken over her. She was angry, mad, and also resentful because Savana seemed to belittle what her son had done.
“Oh, come on, Aurora. Don’t exaggerate. Mama perfectly understands why Alex would cheat when his wife behaves like you.”
“Mama, that’s too much!”
Savana didn’t care. She got up from her seat, grumbling.
“Just so you know, Mama doesn’t regret at all what Alex did. In fact, Mama is very grateful that Alex opened his eyes by seeking another woman who is much better.”
Then Savana walked towards the bedroom, and as she left, she somehow managed to grab Nicole who had been there for who knows how long.
Alex himself was shocked at that moment. He had warned Nicole not to meet or continue their relationship. Why would she visit his parents’ house?
“For God’s sake, Aurora…” Savana continued. She gestured for Nicole to sit next to Alex. “Mama doesn’t mind if Alex cheats with anyone or finds a new partner. Especially if that woman can give Alex children.”
“Even if they get married, Aurora is sure Alex will still struggle to have children, Mom.”
“Shut your mouth!”
Savana seemed not to accept it. She refused to have her beloved son insulted and called names, especially by Aurora.
“Who says Alex can’t have children? Nicole is proof that she can conceive Alex’s child.”
“What? Nicole is pregnant?”
Aurora was stunned. What kind of joke was this that her mother-in-law was throwing?
“Yes. Nicole is currently pregnant with Alex’s child. Whether you agree or not, Mama will still approve of their relationship or even marry them as soon as possible.”