Getting My Ex-wife Back

Raeleigh knew that Jepherson would be annoyed with her, but the displeasure would only be temporary.

Raeleigh did not probe further to testify that. Although she could tell that Jepherson was sulky during dinner, he still drank on her behalf. Every time her teammates poured her a glass and urged her to drink, he would take the glass.

For the first time, Raeleigh found out that Jepherson could hold his liquor very well indeed. He must have downed two bottles already, but he did not seem to have any reaction.

At Waverly Village, there was no such thing as low-alcohol liquor. They had their own brewery, and the people in the village much preferred it over others. The boss also did not import or stock any other alcohol, not even red wine. Even if he did, a person of Jepherson’s status was unlikely to consider it.

As for beer, it would only be cracked open during the hot summer. No one liked drinking beer in such cold weather.This belongs to NôvelDrama.Org.

Left without much choice, Jepherson could only follow the local customs and join them in drinking the liquor produced in the village.

It was exceptionally strong. Raeleigh could manage a few sips, but most people would get knocked out after a few shots.

Its taste was out of this world, but it was strong enough to knock one out.

Raeleigh looked at the others who were sprawled on the table in a drunken stupor. Then, she looked at Jepherson beside her. She unbuttoned the top buttons of his shirt and asked with concern, “Are you sure you’re still sober?”

Jepherson looked down at her without saying anything.

Because he did not speak, Raeleigh did not know whether he was drunk or not.

She said in an amused yet resigned tone, “Since you can’t drink that much, why did you force yourself?”

Jepherson was silent. Instead, he glanced at Xanthus, who could also hold his liquor. However, as a doctor, he controlled his intake and did not drink as much, declining drinks a few times during dinner.

They looked at each other without speaking. Finally, Xanthus said, “The two of you should head back first. I’ll take care of the others.”

With that, Raeleigh helped Jepherson up, and they left the restaurant. Meanwhile, Xanthus stayed to make arrangements for those who were drunk. Out of professional obligation, he briefly checked on them and gave them some medicine to ease the hangover.

Raeleigh placed Jepherson’s arm around her shoulders so that she could support him as they walked. While walking, she could not help but nag him for drinking too much.

Jepherson did not say a word. Raeleigh knew that he was angry that she had chosen to stay in the village over going back to the city. However, she avoided mentioning it. If she did not bring it up, he could not say anything about it either.

When they got back to the house, Raeleigh began to undress him to change his clothes. He was wearing his usual white turtleneck. He wore the same style all the time, be it in winter or summer. While Raeleigh undressed him clumsily, she said, “You even wear the same outfit in the summer. Won’t you feel hot?”

Jepherson stared at her. He did not answer, but his gaze gradually became unfocused.

Raeleigh guessed that he was feeling tipsy as well. Well, he did drink so much that even Dionysus would be drunk.

After taking a shower, he changed into his pajamas and went to bed. After blow-drying her hair, she went to check on him. His eyes were closed, so did not know whether he had fallen asleep or not.

Raeleigh sat down, careful not to make too much noise in case she disturbed his rest. As soon as she reached out a hand, a strong arm pulled her to lie down on the bed, and the lights dimmed. She could feel Jepherson’s grin as he lowered his head to kiss her, first softly and slowly, then more urgently. His hands moved to unbutton her shirt.

When Raeleigh got up in the morning, her whole body ached whenever she moved.

She winced a little, then frowned at the person who looked even fresher and more energetic than yesterday.

Although he drank buckets the night before, he had not seemed drunk at all. On the contrary, he had been full of vigor. But he still did not say a word. They had been busy rolling between the sheets, their bodies slick with sweat. When Raeleigh woke up in a daze, she still had no idea if he had been drunk or not the previous night.

Jepherson had already gotten up and climbed out of bed. He began looking for clothes to wear.

He did not bring any clothes with him, so he went to look for some of Xanthus’ clothes.

Raeleigh wondered what Xanthus would have left to wear once Jepherson wore all his new clothes.

It did not take long for Jepherson to come back into the room holding Xanthus’ new clothes that still had their tags on.

Raeleigh got up from the bed and stared at him.

He smirked. He went to close the curtains, then took off his pajamas and put on Xanthus’ clothes.

Jepherson changed while Raeleigh looked on leisurely. He took off his pajama bottoms and put on one of Xanthus’ briefs, followed by a pair of long johns. Then, he put on a pair of pants. Taking off his pajama top, he put on a thermal top. Raeleigh stared as if bewitched. The corners of her lips curved upward, but she did not say anything.

He went to the bathroom to wash up, then came out and put on a shirt swiftly.

The final touch was a coat.

But since they were indoors, he did not put it on just yet.

Raeleigh wriggled out of the quilt and went to wash up, then began to change. While she was changing, Jepherson immediately hugged her from behind.

“I’ll wash the clothes for you. Take some clothes with you the next time you come. If you borrow my brother’s clothes again, he won’t have any new ones for himself,” she said.

Raeleigh pulled his hand away and continued to get ready. Then, she turned to look at him.

“You don’t want to go back with me?” Jepherson was still holding out hope.

She shook her head. “No. I’ll only go when Stella leaves. I don’t want to see her. Anyway, I have something to do here, and you have your stuff to deal with.

“I know that you came because you’re lonely, but I can stand the loneliness and wait for you. As long as you’re still single without a wife or kids, I’ll be here.”

Jepherson’s gaze fell. He could not help feeling a little aggrieved. “What if I get married and have children? What will you do then?”

“I don’t think about things that haven’t happened. Maybe I’ll get even with you,” Raeleigh replied mischievously. Everyone had their own world, and she could not force anything. The only thing that she could change was herself. She was also ready to give him more time.

Jepherson thought for a moment and nodded. “I’ll get things settled as soon as possible.”

“I know you will.”

After Raeleigh got changed, she gathered the clothes that they had worn yesterday. She changed the bedding as well. Jepherson raised his eyebrows and asked, “You’re washing everything?”

“Of course.” Raeleigh dumped them into the washing machine and pressed a few buttons.

Jepherson turned around and went out, planning to hire a housekeeper for her.

Raeleigh went out to buy breakfast since the laundry would take some time. She asked Jepherson when he planned to leave, but he did not give any answer. In the end, he stayed with her all day and did not even want to leave when night fell. Instead, he had someone send him some of his things.