She couldn't even recall how long it had been since they last had sex. In truth, Julie was the one who didn't want to do what Bill had asked. Julie felt that she owed Bill a lot because she was unable to fulfill her fundamental duties as his wife.

That was why she continued to give Bill financial support over the years without raising any issues.

Twenty years have passed since they were married. Bill's company suffered losses on a number of occasions, and Julie was instrumental in helping him get through them.

Julie felt sorry for Bill. Even if she had her doubts about Bill's Loyalty, she chose to turn a blind eye to what he had done behind her back.

“Maria, your grandfather will not be able to hang on for much longer. He is very ill.

I plan to stay by his side till the end. I have no intention of going anywhere.

But there is no need for you to wait around here like this.

Bill has his business. You and Vivian have your own future. You need to get on with your Lives. Don't hold back because of me.

You can leave Broome after a few days. I'll be happy to stay here.

As for Bill... I also intend to set him free so he can live a stress-free life. He can be with whoever he wants and live his life above board,”

Julie said, as she was suddenly feeling quite sentimental.

She was touched by her share of sorrow and joy that her family had given her over the years. She was even grateful that Bill had tolerated her willfulness over the years and that her two adopted daughters were largely obedient and considerate.

However, what Julie didn't realize was that her gratitude was more or less mixed with her delusions.

“Are you a complete idiot?" Maria interrupted Julie rudely.

Julie was shocked. Maria threw her words onto Julie's face like a bucket of ice cold water, instantly sobering her up.

"What?" Julie looked at Maria, dumbstruck.

What possessed her to say that?

Was she really stupid?

"I... I will divorce Bill in the most peaceful way and try my best to make it up to him, Vivian and... and you. Anyway, I proposed the divorce. I will bear the consequences of this divorce alone."

Julie said it in one breath and stared straight at Maria. She was expecting Maria to either accept or challenge her decision.

“Huh?" Maria Laughed sarcastically.

From her laughter, Julie could tell that Maria was hurt and unhappy! Why was Maria unhappy?

Maria asked, “Are you a saint or something?"

"What?"