Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim (Angela and Dexter) novel Chapter 170

Angela pressed her lips together, letting silence speak for itself.

Judy's tears flowed instantly, her composure shattering. "You heartless bastard! How could you be so cruel? I've stayed by your side all these years, running the household, being your wife, and this is how you repay me?"

Watching her break down like this, Angela felt an odd sense of satisfaction.

"Angie, so what's the plan now? We'll do whatever you say." Zack grinned foolishly, as if the entire mess had nothing to do with him.

Both Bill and Judy froze, their heads snapping toward Zack in perfect unison. They glared at him, their shared disapproval unmistakable, but neither said a word.

For now, they were like ants on a hot pan, frazzled and clueless, while Angela remained surprisingly calm.

"First, the two of you need to appear in public together. When people see you united, the rumors will naturally lose their power. Second, issue an official statement. Make it clear that anyone who spreads defamatory claims will face legal consequences. And third…"

She shifted her gaze to Bill, her eyes sharp and laden with meaning, delivering her unspoken message loud and clear.

Bill's face turned grim as he avoided her gaze and said nothing.

Judy, however, wore an expression as if she'd just swallowed something vile. Learning that her husband had long betrayed her, even finding time to raise two children on the side, made her lose all affection for Bill. In fact, she found him utterly revolting.

"And now you want me to appear in public with him? Do I look like someone who's good at acting? That's impossible!" Judy spoke coldly, each word firm and resolute.

Angela shot Zack a meaningful look.

Zack cleared his throat and pulled Judy aside, whispering something to her.

When they reappeared, the fury on Judy's face had noticeably subsided.