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Troy’s expression hardened a hint of mockery in his voice. “You think I have no right to be concerned? You’re not just my wife but also my sister–in–law. Do you ever consider why he wants to take you abroad? Once there, you are on your own, without family, what then?”

Imogen was at a loss for a response.

All she knew was that her anger was reaching its boiling point.

In frustration, she kicked at the blanket.

A sharp sting followed as her injured ankle struck something hard. The intense pain forced a gasp from her, and tears welled up in her eyes.

Troy quickly pulled back the blanket to inspect her ankle. “What happened? Did again?”

Tears streamed down her face as Imogen nodded.

you hurt it

Gently, Troy fetched the medicine, unwrapped the gauze from her foot, and cleaned the wound. He then applied a soothing ointment that significantly alleviated the pain.

Setting the medicine aside, his expression grew stern. “Imogen, I won’t accept your resignation. Don’t bring it up again.”

Defeated and exasperated, Imogen averted her gaze.

Troy took a seat beside the bed, “We’re still married. Don’t invite strangers into our home.”

She challenged him, “Even my friends?”

“Is he truly just a friend?”

Imogen turned away in frustration.

Troy has lost his mind.

“I don’t want to discuss this anymore.”

Her mind was in turmoil.

Later, after dinner, she headed upstairs and noticed a document on her bedroom table. It wasn’t from Sarah’s house, but from the office. Or was it? On closer inspection, it was a thick medical file from Mount West Hospital, with Sarah’s name prominently displayed on the front.

was Sarah’s

at

the last moment, choosing instead to head to the

that was on the table had disappeared,

next morning, Imogen made her way downstairs with a limp for breakfast.

the meal, she inquired, “Will you be filing for divorce

then at her ankle. “Are you certain you can manage with

cane,” Imogen gestured to the stick resting beside the table. “It aids me in walking.”

scheduled today and won’t be able to. We’ll address

furrowed her brow. “A business trip? What’s

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meeting requested by your department. Considering the circumstances, want to accompany me?” Troy

quickly retorted, “No, thank you.”

that case, wait for me here.”

Imogen’s emotions in turmoil. On the surface, they might seem like any loving couple, but

departed, Imogen spent the next two days recuperating at

news. Thanks to big data algorithms, she frequently received personalized news recommendations.

surface, with a headline: [McKesson Employee Elaims:

upon opening the link, she realized there was more to the story.

article showcased several clandestine photos of Sarah, taken during a McKesson promotional

shoot.

clarity of the images, Imogen deduced that someone from the inside was responsible.

marketing account holder was about Sarah’s

regal elegance to a fierce, almost menacing look. The intentionally plump red lips, with sharp edges, exaggerated a dominant aura, yet ironically made the gap between her upper lip and the philtrum appear juvenile. The overly

confidently predicted that McKesson’s endorsement would be a flop.

the

blunder. They flocked

uninformed onlookers and rival fans joined in on the criticism.

marketing accounts, the topic snowballed, igniting a firestorm of discussions.

official blog, with fans demanding Mckesson and the

It ruins

someone apply the makeup blindfolded? Have you seen my sister’s previous photoshoots? Can’t even replicate that!]

boss’s wife, and this

can’t compare to

have returned. This just shows the state of our domestic entertainment industry.] Amid

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