Chapter: 3283

While Ainsley, as an ordinary person, could endure the mockery, the consequences for Moran, a well-known public figure, would be far more severe. Scandals involving him could have significant repercussions, affecting his reputation and career in profound ways.

“Don't overthink it. She's not some secret lover-she's my cherished wife," Moran said firmly, pulling Ainsley close in a protective embrace. It was as if he wanted to proclaim to the world that she was unequivocally his.

His gaze was deliberately challenging as he locked eyes with Farris, a glimmer of provocation and satisfaction in his expression.

"Your wife? You're married?" Farris' face turned ashen with disbelief, his heart feeling as though it were being crushed under a heavy weight.

The revelation of her marriage hit Farris like a knife to the heart, each emotion-anger, betrayal, and sorrow-warring within him, leaving him breathless and reeling.