Beverly froze for a moment after hearing the woman's words.
Mayne mistook her silence as hesitation and responded with a mocking tone, her expression turning stern.
"Do you really think you can cling to my son just because of your looks? It's nothing more than the fleeting excitement of a reunion. Give it some time, and you'll still end up being cast aside. So, I suggest you have some dignity and leave now. Otherwise, when that day comes…"
"Sure thing!"
Before Mayne could finish, Beverly smiled and agreed without hesitation, cutting her off mid-sentence.
Her casual response caught Mayne off guard, but Beverly didn't stop there. She tilted her head, as if suddenly thinking of something, and asked with a hint of skepticism, "Oh, by the way, I almost forgot to ask. I still owe your son s
