I smiled faintly. “I finished the exam half a month ago.”
“Then, do you have time to attend the company’s family day event?”
“I do.”
The moment Aiden and I arrived at the family day event, the entire room fell silent for a split second. Everyone’s eyes landed on me, their expressions neutral yet scrutinizing.
I took it in. They weren’t exactly friendly.
Over the years, Aiden built an impeccable reputation at the research institute.
That wasn’t a surprise. After all, he looked refined and courteous and never demanded anything of his subordinates. That group of young researchers practically worshipped him.
Ever since his bold, resounding declaration at the hospital spread back to the research institute, people had a lot to say about his affair with Skyla. It was said to be one that was pure and tragic, like something out of a classic novel.
“Sure, it was wrong, but honestly? It’s not that big of a deal Plenty of men abandon their wives and kids and still live just fine. Compared to that, this is nothing.
