Chapter 114 Skipped a Beat

Alexander's words stabbed at Amelia's heart like a knife. She had been married to Luke Sinclair for less than two years before he died unexpectedly. Their marriage had always been a transaction for wealth and power, devoid of real affection. She hadn't felt anything when Luke passed away, knowing she could live more freely. But then, she found out that she was pregnant. She had thought she could just let it all go. After all, Luke was dead. However, she had to become the matriarch of the Sinclair family. Unless the family fell apart, she could never remarry. Even so, Alexander's sudden appearance had reignited hope. She thought she could raise her child to be the next leader of the Sinclair family and finally secure her own freedom. But Theodore stepped in, taking the position of head of the family for himself. She regretted not being ruthless enough back then. She should've eliminated Theodore three years ago. That way, he wouldn't have become Alexander's greatest obstacle. The