Chapter 176: Misunderstanding deepens

Elaine received a call from Aaron, asking her to come home. After hanging up, she thought she had prepared herself emotionally for any outcome, but now, she felt a surge of emotions she hadn't anticipated. She walked into the house, and Aaron stood with his back to her by the window, silhouetted against the light, appearing somewhat gloomy and sad.

Elaine wanted to say something but hesitated and swallowed her words. She silently watched his silhouette.

Aaron heard her enter and turned his head. "You're here," he said.

Elaine nodded softly. The two of them faced each other. Even though they had been intimate spouses before, there was now an insurmountable gap between them. Both had many words they wanted to say, but neither spoke.

They both sat on the sofa. Elaine placed her hands casually on her knees, but her fingertips were slightly clenched, showing her nervousness.

With her head slightly lowered, from Aaron's angle, he could see her pointed chin. In these few days of separation,