But out of consideration for appearances, he nodded in agreement.
"Alright, I'll go with you."
"That's wonderful! Thank you, Steve, you're so kind!"
Irene stood on tiptoe and pecked his cheek.
Steve subconsciously raised his hand to wipe it off. At that moment, his heart was filled with an inexplicable unease. It was as if something was being pulled from a corner of his heart, piece by piece, until it was gone.
Irene had never dreamed she'd actually marry Steve one day.
To make sure Claire wasn't lying to her, she even called home to have someone investigate.
When she learned they'd truly divorced and her marriage was legally binding, she was so thrilled she almost cried.
Steve assumed she was just happy and didn't dwell on it.
When he suggested returning home, Irene stopped him.
