Chapter 1823

Wilhelmina asked,"Is Bella leaving Alnewgo in a few days?" Jack shook his head. Her face went even paler. "You mean the two of you are going to live together? As husband and wife?" Jack nodded and stayed silent. He could hear the hint of bitterness in Wilhelmina's voice, even though she was doing her best to hide it. Seeing Jack's lack of response, Wilhelmina let out a light laugh, trying to sound carefree. "Don't worry. I'm not bothered! You and Bella are married now. Of course it's normal for a married couple to live together. "I should be congratulating you, really. When you have the wedding, be sure to send me an invitation. I'll come and wish you a happy life together, and bring along a big gift." "Well…" Jack didn't know what to say. Suddenly, Wilhelmina threw the apple in her hand aside. Her eyes filled with tears. "I suddenly feel really awful and miserable." "How miserable?" Wilhelmina scoffed and replied, "How would you feel if I told you I was with another man?" Ja