Mia was taken aback when she read the message about the divorce.
After all, everything had seemed fine just before.
In a flurry of worry, Mia immediately dialed Jasmine's number. "What exactly is going on?" she asked.
"Just a few days ago, there was this huge scandal about my father having an illegitimate daughter. When he found out, he immediately accused me of being the one who leaked it.
"I tried to explain, but he wouldn't even listen. He ended up slapping me. And to make matters worse, my mom walked in on the whole scene."
There was a palpable weight in Jasmine's words, as if she were grappling with a profound loss.
She continued, "After that, my mom couldn't take it anymore. She confronted my dad and decided to divorce him.
"So now, my mom and I are staying with my grandparents. And to add insult to injury, my dad has brought Luna and that little brat back home."
Jasmine's words were accompanied by eyes filled with desolation, speaking volumes in their silent despair.
Indeed, Raymond's transformation had blindsided her completely.
It appeared that only daughters truly understood their mothers' struggles, while men could only empathize with the struggles of their own gender.
Mia, too, found herself caught off guard by the turn of events. "What's your plan now?" she asked.
"I suspect my dad will soon throw a welcome party for Asher at the Aide Castle Hotel. I have something special planned for them on that day," Jasmine revealed.
"What's your strategy?"
"Don't worry, I won't push too far. Since I haven't fully taken over the company yet, I still need my father around. Besides, I've already convinced my grandparents, so Luna won't be a factor when the time comes," Jasmine reassured Mia.
Understanding Jasmine's approach, Mia continued, "But do you think your mother will go along with this plan?"
"My mother actually proposed an early divorce to divide the assets, aiming to protect me from any losses. However, I'm adamant about not allowing Luna and that little brat to inherit any of it.
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