Terrence was well aware of the situation, mentioning the project and excusing himself for other engagements. He left first, leaving Mason to express gratitude to Rosemary.

Rosemary looked at her husband's retreating figure, her eyes moistening.

She turned to Mason and said, "Mason, you probably don't know this, but in the early years, Terrence had an affair and even considered divorcing me. At that time, no one in high society respected me.

"Once, at an event, I met Zoe. She was only 15 or