Chapter: 2181

"Wendell!" Averie exclaimed, feigning embarrassment. She bit her lip, continuing, “It's just... it's a difficult time for me, and here you are, forcing me to spell it out."

Wendell's expression softened, a mix of understanding and regret washing over his features. "Why didn't you say so earlier?"

Averie looked at him with pleading eyes.

Wendell realized his error in judgment. He had suspected her of having an affair with another man behind his back; jumping to conclusions without considering other possibilities. "I should have noticed. I'm sorry.”

As he drew her into his arms, Averie peered over his shoulder with a calculative gaze.