Chapter 179

At 8 a.m., Lucas had already packed the luggage and was waiting in the villa courtyard by the car. Matthew, dressed sharply in a suit, was about to leave. At the door, Serena adjusted his tie carefully and whispered with reluctance, “Come back soon.” Matthew gave her a gentle smile, reaching out to tousle her hair. Just as he turned to go, Serena suddenly grabbed his wrist. “What’s wrong?” he asked, still smiling, though her reddened eyes tugged at his heart. Serena kept her gaze down and murmured, “Remember this day.” “Huh?” Matthew looked puzzled. It wasn’t their first time being apart—he often traveled for work since their marriage. “Don’t ask. Just remember it,” Serena insisted with a faint smile. Matthew chuckled softly and tapped her nose with a finger. He couldn’t help but give in to her little moods. “Alright. Today’s the 183rd day since we met. I remember every single day with you. Happy now?” Warmth surged through her chest as she wrapped her arms around his waist. “I’m gonna