Liberty now wanted for nothing. She had money, power, and love. She had won Duncan’s devotion and had managed to marry into a wealthy family despite being a divorcee. She was truly blessed.

On top of that, the Lewises had even accepted her son Sonny and treated him as one of their own.

“Jessica, let’s stop envying others. Everyone has a different path to walk. Envy won’t change ours, and it’ll only foster jealousy, which easily drives people crazy.

“Let’s just live simply. As long as we can feed and clothe ourselves, it’s enough.

“If you manage to get out early on a reduced sentence, we might be able to have another child. The three of us can live a good life together, then.”

Jessica laughed, but as she did so, tears streamed from her eyes.

“I don’t even dare dream of having another child. By the time I get out, I’ll be in my forties. What’s the point of having another kid then? I’m grateful enough that you don’t despise me.

“I don’t think I’ll have a kid of my own in this lifet