Chapter 1711
Thaddeus just wanted to smoke a cigar to ease his discomfort, but when the cigar was taken away,
his awkwardness only intensified.
âBertha,â he began, âI understand everything you said. I may have been thoughtless, which was
unfair to Lea. But for Lea's sake, you can't just say you want a divorce. Lea is still young.â
Seated next to her mother and nibbling on a slice of pizza, Lea began to interject. âDonât use me as
an excuse. I don't care. If you two get divorced, I'll stay with Mom. To me, that's still a complete
family.â
I admit I favor Sophia sometimes because she grew up without a mother. Giving her more
emotional support helps her feel secure, but that doesn't mean I don't love our two children
equally.
Bertha, I love our Lea just as much as I love Sophia. How could you not understand that?â
As he spoke, Thaddeus became overwhelmed and lowered his head, sighing deeply.
He had spent his life being significant and influential, but now he was trapped by family affairs.
Thaddeusâ explanation left Bertha feeling totally surprised. She had no idea about his secret
arrangements. She exchanged glances with her daughter, both feeling they might have wronged the
old man.
âThaddeus, you...â Bertha began guiltily. âYou should have let me know earlier.â
Thaddeus rubbed his forehead in frustration. âHow could I have known things would turn out this
way? You're even talking about divorce.â