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."
"You don't need to help. This place is too small; I can manage on my own. If you stay here, you'll just be in the way." Ava pulled Patrick back into the living room.
"Ava, my head hurts..." Patrick followed her obediently, his voice pitiful. Although he looked miserable, he felt triumphant inside, surprised at his own acting skills.
Ava handed Patrick a cup of hot water, her demeanor almost parental. "I understand you young people like to show off, but don't you know your limits? In the end, you're the one who suffers, and it's bad for your health. Don't drink just for the sake of drinking. Think beforehand if it's necessary. If it's not, then don't drink. It'll save you from a lot of unnecessary parties, got it?"
Patrick tried hard not to laugh and nodded obediently. Ava sighed and went to the kitchen to make some hangover soup for him.