I didn’t respond to her smug look, keeping my eyes forward. Deep down, I was counting the days until the divorce deadline finally arrived.
Mindy gave a shy smile and turned toward the restroom to change.
When she emerged, the car continued on its way.
It wasn’t long before we arrived at Tyler’s family home in the countryside.
As I opened the car door, Rachel was already waiting at the front steps. She must have known we were coming
“Mom!” I called out, ready to grab the gifts I had carefully prepared from the trunk.
With only a week left until the divorce, I figured I should at least fulfill my role as a dutiful daughter–in–law one
last time.
However, it quickly became clear that I was the only one thinking that way.
“Oh, my sweet girl! I’ve missed you so much!”
I turned back just in time to see Rachel calling out and hugging Mindy warmly.
Looking at the baby in Mindy’s arms, Rachel pulled out a fat red envelope and handed it to Mindy. “This is for the baby. Take it, please!”
Mindy hesitated, but Tyler chimed in, “Since Mom’s giving it, just accept it.”
Blushing slightly, Mindy replied, “Well, thank you, Mom.”
Rachel waved her off. “This is for my precious grandbaby. No need to thank me.”
“You must be hungry after such a long drive. Come on in. Let’s eat!”
I stood there, rooted to the spot, watching as they all happily went inside.
Rachel hadn’t even glanced at me. Tyler, as usual, didn’t bother to acknowledge me either.
I saw Rachel usher Mindy to the dining table, personally serving her food with a warm smile.
No one even noticed I was still outside.
Biting back a bitter laugh, I set the gift bags gently on the ground, then turned and walked away.
“Wait, shouldn’t we wait for Sarah to come in?” Mindy called out suddenly, looking toward me as I lingered by the door.
Only then did Rachel and Tyler seem to remember I existed. They opened their mouths to call me, but when they Saw me walking off, Tyler stormed out after me, his face light with anger.
“What the hell are you doing? Mom is calling you to come eat!!
“You’ve already started eating without me,” I replied coolly “What’s the point of calling me now?”
Tyler’s expression darkened instantly. “What nonsense are you talking about?”
Meanwhile, Rachel acted like she hadn’t noticed a thing, continuing her cheerful conversation with Mindy. “You’ve h
Just given birth. You need to eat more to keep yourself strong. Don’t be like… certain people, always making a fuss over nothing.”
