Chapter 36 Stop Acting Out of Your Character.

Regina exited the store with the man she had just met. “Thank you for helping me,” she said.

“No problem. I hope your son likes it. Here, you can contact me if you need anything.” The man handed her his business card.

Regina accepted it politely. They exchanged farewells, and Regina returned to the car where Henry was waiting. His gaze was sharp. “Who was he? You seemed quite familiar.”

“An old friend I ran into,” Regina replied curtly.

Henry was about to say something, but Regina cut him off. “He’s married! Your look suggests you think I’m having an affair, so let me be clear—that’s not happening.”

Henry nodded. “Oh. Good. I trust my wife.” His words were gentle, but his eyes were not.

“If you’re angry and want to criticize me like you usually do, just say it. There’s no point in holding back,” Regina scoffed.

“No, I won’t get angry at my wife over something as small as this.” Henry smiled softly, but the smile concealed much.

“Whatever!” Regina grabbed a drink from h