Chapter 139

Half a month passed quickly, and Calla's complexion gradually improved. Although she was still melancholic, she had regained some of her vitality to some extent.

One sunny afternoon, the winter sun was especially warm. Seeing Calla cooped up inside every day, Jasmine kindly suggested, "Mrs. Garland, you've been recovering for a while now. The weather is so nice outside, why don't you go out for a walk?"

"I still feel drained," Calla replied. She had been lethargic these past few days—lounging on the couch, her mind elsewhere.

Today marked a month since what was supposed to be the birth of her baby.

She also wondered if Mercer would come back to propose divorce?

She both longed for and dreaded this day. She longed for it because she would finally be free. Yet, she dreaded it because it would mean they were truly over.

"The more you lie around, the worse you'll feel. It's better to go out and clear your mind," Jasmine advised.

Calla frowned but finally heeded Jasmine's words. Aft