Chapter 468

For some reason, even as Walter's voice rang out in frustration, Evangeline saw only weariness in his eyes, which was a sight she had never witnessed in him before.

In her eyes, Walter was unstoppable. No matter the workload or the complexity of his social life, he always seemed to glide through gatherings with a wine glass in hand, effortlessly becoming the center of attention, the brightest star in the room.

However, he was showing signs of fatigue. Was it the relentless demands of his job, or was it because of Minnie, who would not make an appearance simply because she was not feeling well?

He was hurt, deeply affected by the woman he adored. What an irony it was that the woman he adored was not her.

Her heart, once as sturdy as a rock, felt as if it had been punctured. Her once impregnable heart had crumbled in a moment.

Evangeline found herself, against her better judgment, feeling a wave of tenderness for Walter.

She longed to be by his side.

However, she had her own reaso