Melanie’s resilience impressed me, and I thought she was pretty shameless to say such a thing. After all, she was in a humiliating position herself.

“Go ahead. I’m sure you never lack good news since you’re so shameless,” I retorted and met Melanie’s gaze.

Unexpectedly, Henry spoke, “Stop being stubborn. You’re equally responsible in this situation. Don’t think everyone owes you something!”

I stared at him and didn’t know how to respond. Soon after, Matthew entered and saw me holding Ava. He