Julian was really just caught between a rock and a hard place—honestly, he’s been more than decent to you.
“Yeah, I know.” Niamh nodded to Lana.
“And Peter’s been even better. Honestly, both of them put your sorry excuse for a husband to shame.”
At the mention of Jonathan, Niamh’s face darkened.
“Seriously, you got into a car accident and ended up in the ICU, and Jonathan didn’t show up once—not even for a second. I swear, even a stray dog would have more compassion than that man. I’ve never seen such a cold-hearted bastard in my whole life! You’re his wife. Even if there’s no love left, you’re still family… Ugh, it’s disgusting. Makes my blood boil!”
Hands planted on her hips, Lana grew more and more worked up, grinding her molars in fury.
“You have no idea. I even asked Julian about it. He said he thought he was already late getting to the hospital, but Jonathan? Not even a trace of him. And I bet most of your medical bills were paid by the truck driver who hit you…”
Lana’s anger was genuine; her pretty features were twisted in outrage. Niamh managed a bitter smile.
“It’s because I’m divorcing him. If my mom hadn’t gone missing, I would’ve been driving to city hall instead of getting in that accident.”
“Divorce him!” Lana slapped the table. “Guys like that? Good riddance! There’s a whole world out there—you’re bound to find someone who actually deserves you. If you ask me, Peter’s not a bad option at all.”
Niamh just shook her head, still wearing the same strained smile. Lana was always trying to play matchmaker, but Niamh had long since stopped believing in second chances at love.
If she could just get a second chance at her career, she’d count herself lucky.
The doctor had told Niamh to rest and recover quietly, but with Lana around, that was easier said than done.
From the moment Niamh woke up, Lana had been railing against Jonathan day and night.
He hadn’t come when Niamh got into the accident.
He didn’t show up when she was rushed to the ICU.
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