Chapter 218

Zoey wanted to muddle through the topic and answered, “It’s alright.”

Sissy liked her and wanted to get closer to her. After graduating from university and marrying Ryan, she had never worked. Although she wanted to experience the working life, Ryan had always objected and said working was difficult. She had to wake up early every day—regardless of the weather or season—and put up with getting scolded even after working hard. His words started to sway her, and she became pregnant before she could make a decision.

Ryan did not allow her to work, and although her husband usually seemed easygoing, he was quite stubborn. Thus, she envied Zoey’s freedom to work. Unlike her, she felt like a flower trapped inside a golden cage. Although she really loved Ryan, she still felt regretful sometimes.

“Oh, didn’t you see the message I sent you that day?”

“My phone broke,” Zoey said softly. “Was it something urgent?”

Sissy smiled embarrassedly.

“Not really. I’ve been quite free lately, and I