2022-04-19 18:47:54In Josias's office, he and Melissa encase themselves inside to finally have the long-awaited conversation.
Melissa sits in the armchair while Josias remains standing.
"Aren't you going to sit in your chair?" Melissa asks worriedly.
"Are you still worried about me, Melissa?" Josias asks with raised eyebrows.
Melissa lowers her head, "I... I don't hate you, Josias."
"You should hate me. It would make everything easier." Josias replies somberly.
"What will get easier? You divorcing me and staying in the arms of that bitch?" Melissa crosses her arms.
"I will never marry Angela Sousa, of that you can rest assured." Josias smiles lightly, "If we divorce, I will never marry again."
Melissa is surprised, "That can't be, Josias. You are a fine man, you were not born to be alone. I always knew, since 1980, that I would never be your only wife. In fact, it was Mom who prophesied that."
"I know, you guys have always thought I look l
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Building My Life Chapter 1163 Preparations For The Ceremony
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Building My Life Chapter 1165 Dishonorable Mention
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Building My Life Chapter 1168 Deserved Suffering
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Building My Life Chapter 1169 Second Trip
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