In fact, what Edward said was very suspicious, and Irene could see through all the loopholes.
In the first place, Edward would not neglect his family simply because of work. Secondly, he was under the supervision of both Eric and his father in the company. Last of all, ever since she found out she was pregnant, his mother and grandmother would not allow him to come home late, and they also forbade him from attending social activities.
Irene figured that since Edward didn't want to tell her the truth, he must have his own reasons. He wasn't the sort to act without rationality, after all. Perhaps hearing the truth would hurt her instead, hence the reason he hid it from her.
On that note, Irene didn't dwell on the heart-wrenching matter any longer.
"Mmhm, Edward, you must be exhausted aft
