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    What’s even more infuriating is that in recent years, his illegitimate daughter has been living in the Banks’ household, even having a bodyguard position around her! This situation made her feel utterly betrayed, as if a chill had swept over her from head to toe.


    She fought to steady her trembling hand, keeping her gaze lowered. In a shocking turn of events, even the National Security Agency of Japan deemed the Banks Family to be beneath contempt! For profit, they seemed willing to sell the lives of their own daughters and granddaughters! It’s a truly wicked and cold-hearted act!


    When Deana encountered this revtion, she felt a wave of numbness wash over her. The wedding photo of herself and Zayne hanging on the wall made her feel nauseous as she reflected on their years of marriage. Yet, in a fleeting moment, a sense of relief washed over her.


    Silently, she slipped out of bed, retrieved a suitcase from the cloakroom, and began to pack some clothes. As she quietly filled the suitcase, she changed into a fresh outfit. Without a second thought, Deana lifted her suitcase and prepared to leave.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Just then, the bathroom door swung open.


    Zayne emerged, wrapped in a bath towel, and was taken aback to see Deana pulling her suitcase toward the door. He asked, astonished, “My wife, where are you going at this hour?”


    Deana turned to him, her expression unreadable, and replied calmly, “Zayne, it’s time for us to get a divorce.”


    Zayne was stunned, as if struck by lightning. He stammered nervously, “What’s going on, my wife? What have I done wrong? Just tell me, and I’ll change. Is that not enough?”


    Deana looked him squarely in the eyes and said softly, “Zayne, for the sake of our years together as husband and wife, I have one question. Please answer truthfully—don’t lie. Can you do that?”


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    Deana got straight to the point: “Alright, I need to know—Is Xion your illegitimate daughter with Kairi?”


    Zayne’s heart shattered in that moment! He never expected that Deana would ask the one thing that weighed heavily on his conscience. Panic set in; he was at a loss for words.


    Should he deny it? Given Deana’s character, if she was asking, she likely had strong suspicions. A mere denial wouldn’t convince her and might only deepen her disappointment. The only other option was to admit the truth.


    However, admitting it would reveal his betrayal over the past twenty years. If she found out about their illegitimate daughter, Deana would surely be furious and would likely walk away without a second thought.


    As Zayne found himself trapped, Deana sighed and offered a slight smile. “Alright, if it’s that difficult for you, let’s proceed with the divorce. It’s better for us to part ways.”


    In that moment, Zayne felt utterly defeated. He dropped to his knees, grasped Deana’s thighs, and pleaded desperately, “Wife, I was wrong! I was confused back then. I never expected Kairi would have Xion! Please, forgive me this once! I can’t lose you!”


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