– Reflecting on her tumultuous marriage, she realized that despite her strong efforts to secure her husband’s commitment, she no longer had to worry about Holden being unfaithful.

However, the bond between husband and wife had also come to an end.

She understood just how much Holden despised her. She could not forgive his betrayal, and he was aware of that. Yet, as she grew older, divorce was no longer on her mind; her focus shifted to protecting herself from Holden.

In her own domain, she felt capable of managing Holden.

For decades, he had not caused any trouble under her watch. However, her son and daughter-in-law, now only in middle age, were facing their own relationship issues, and their marriage was falling apart. She could no longer expect them to continue as they had.

“I’m going on an extended trip soon and may not return for ten and a half months. When I come back, I will speak with Marco. In my absence, take time to reflect. There’s also a waiting period for divorce, so consider it as such. You can move into the wedding room without needing to see Marco every day.”

“I was the one who saw potential in you and arranged for you and Marco to go on a blind date. I thought you two could grow old together… It was I who caused this.”

Erika was surprised that her mother-in-law would agree to encourage Marco. She had expected her to insist that they not divorce.

“Mom, it’s not your fault. It’s my inadequacy that led to failing to win Marco’s heart. At first, I genuinely loved Marco and was eager to marry him, not merely because he was the eldest son of the Farrell family.”

She had entered the Farrell family out of love.

Even knowing that the Farrell heir would not take over the family business, she chose to marry Marco and supported her husband when he was…

unwilling to seize power. In her view, her husband was no worse than Shiloh. Initially, the couple was walking in the same direction, but as they progressed, Marco chose a different path and they were no longer aligned. There was no need for a divorced couple to continue living together.

Don’t claim that they avoid divorce for the sake of their children. If they remain married solely for their children, it may not be beneficial for them. In Wiltspoon, Liberty’s son, Sonny, was just two years old when she filed for divorce, and she didn’t express a desire to endure her marriage for his sake. After her divorce, Liberty enjoyed a wonderful life with her son.

Now, Liberty also has Duncan’s affection, which demonstrates that divorced women can lead fulfilling lives. Erika believed that her divorce might mean she would not remarry, but she also felt liberated from the constraints of marriage. It no longer mattered how many women Marco found outside; she was no longer angry or upset and could live her life peacefully.

Had she stayed married, she feared she might have fallen into depression and suffered from severe consequences. “It’s Marco who should feel regret. When I return, I’ll encourage both you and Marco to reunite and enjoy your time together. The joint property you both share is rightfully yours, and I won’t allow Marco to mistreat you. The children are old enough now; we can discuss things properly once they finish their college entrance exams. Even after the divorce, you and Marco will still be their parents.”

Erika pursed her lips and replied, “As long as Marco cooperates, I won’t have any issues with him.” She was determined to fight for everything she deserved.

that she rightly deserved.

She kept this to herself. Although her mother-in-law was quite reasonable, she would always be Marco’s biological mother, and there were things she couldn’t share with her.