I looked at her already rounded belly and waved my hand.

The bodyguard handed Joseph a detailed list and said, "Every penny you’ve spent on her over the years is considered marital property. I’m giving you half a month. If you don’t come up with my share, we’ll see each other in court."

I turned and walked away.

Staying in such a place any longer felt like bad luck to me.

Leaving the Chandlers’ estate, I went to the cemetery, glanced at the grave of my child, and burned the peace talisman I had once requested for the child. I spoke to the grave.

"Go and be reborn."

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