In a marriage of convenience, Nathan, after a night of drinking, has an affair with Ava, leading to her ectopic pregnancy. Before the surgery, Ava calls Nathan, who is preoccupied with his mistress and neglects Ava, even going as far as to accuse her of having an affair and carrying another man's child after the surgery... As their one-year contractual marriage comes to an end, Nathan realizes his feelings for Ava. But Ava is not willing to play along anymore! Excerpt: "I am Nathan Ford's girlfriend, loved by him, as everyone knows. And you... you're just a title holder, soon to be thrown out. By then, you'll lose all your dignity... no, you've already lost it. I bet your deceased mother would turn in her grave if she knew what you've become." Hearing Iris Hart's sharp and biting words, Ava Sterling initially didn't want to stoop to her level. However, the mention of her late mother crossed a line. A crisp slap echoed before Iris Hart could even react, leaving five bright red marks on her face. "Ah—Ava Sterling—you lowlife, how dare you hit me..." Iris Hart realized she had been slapped and reached out to retaliate, but Ava Sterling was prepared and caught her hand easily. "Listen, Iris Hart, if I'm the joke, what does that make you? You're also a joke. At least I'm Nathan Ford's wife by law! You! Iris Hart, are nothing but a mistress scorned by everyone. Every wealthy man may stray, but a hotel is just a hotel, and home is home. There can be many dishes, but there's only one bowl of rice."
While the two were talking and no one was paying attention to her, Ava slipped away unnoticed. She was utterly exhausted and didn't have the energy to continue dealing with them.
Once Ava left the hospital, she felt a moment of intense confusion, not knowing where to go. She picked up her phone and opened her contacts. Before she realized it, she had already dialed the number.
"Hello~"
The familiar voice made Ava want to cry.
"Zoe..."
Hearing Ava's tone, Zoe, who had been lounging on the sofa watching TV, immediately sprang up, her voice filled with concern.
"Baby, who bullied you? Tell me, and I'll go teach them a lesson!"
"Do you have time now? I want to come over..." Ava's voice was filled with a sense of grievance.
"Of course I do. Should I come pick you up? Send me your location?" Zoe sounded anxious.
"No need, I can come by myself."