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Chapter 76

Author: Cloud Drop
"Jacob, you've gone too far," Denzel couldn't help but comment.

"It's understandable if you can't accompany Liesel to honor Ms. Mallone because of work commitments, but you shouldn't have gone to Jeffrey's birthday party today. You're like stabbing her in the heart."

Denzel's tone carried a distinct chill.

Jacob's eyes darkened, and Alex sighed from the side. "If I were Liesel, I'd hate you for this. Jeffrey cheated on Ms. Mallone during their marriage and ended up having Natalie.

"We don't even know if Ms. Mallone was driven to her death on Jeffrey's birthday. And here you are, not only divorcing Liesel for this illegitimate daughter but also going to Jeffrey's birthday party on the anniversary of Ms. Mallone's death."

Alex shook his head, exasperated.

He thought about reaching out to Liesel, but he worried he might only hurt her further, so he held back his frustration.

Jacob remained silent. His expression was grim as he downed glass after glass of alcohol.

Denzel sensed the
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