Chapter 3892

Duncan quickly clarified, “No, I didn’t dislike you. However, your weight was a significant health concern back then. If you hadn’t addressed it, things might have worsened. You likely had severe fatty liver at that time.”
Liberty nodded slightly, acknowledging he was correct. She had indeed been diagnosed with severe fatty liver during that period, a condition that only improved after her weight loss.
Being overweight affected not just her health but every aspect of her life. Finding clothes that fit was a challenge, and she often received judgmental looks regarding her appearance. However, after losing the extra pounds, everything changed. Clothes now flattered her new figure effortlessly, and strangers frequently complimented her radiant complexion and youthful look.
“Hard to believe you’re in your early thirties with a four-year-old,” people would say, amazed at how well she had maintained herself. As Liberty glanced at the GPS, she noticed the road ahead was marked in red.
“Looks like there’s a traffic jam,” she remarked. “Do you want to take a quick nap while we wait?”
Duncan peered at the congested stretch ahead, grumbling, “It’s the New Year holiday. You’d think everyone would already be home. Maybe there’s been an accident. But no, I’m good. I’m too hyped to sleep anyway.”
The excitement in his voice was clear. “If I’m talking too much, just turn on some music,” he added with a grin.
Liberty slowed the car as they approached the jam, eventually bringing it to a halt. She glanced at Duncan, her voice laced with concern. “You haven’t rested all day. Why don’t you close your eyes for a bit? It’ll be another forty minutes before we’re home.”
Duncan leaned back in his seat, still brimming with energy. It had been an incredible day, one he couldn’t stop reminiscing about.

It was an incredible day, one he couldn’t stop replaying in his mind. Just shy of turning 37, he felt like a love-struck teenager once again.
“Alright,” he said with a chuckle, “I’ll take a nap, but you’ll need to wake me when we get there.”
Liberty smirked. “Do you really think I can carry you upstairs if you fall into a deep sleep? You’re too big for that.”
Duncan laughed softly. “Fair enough. But before I doze off, how about a goodnight kiss for encouragement?”
Liberty rolled her eyes, her cheeks slightly flushed. “Someone might see us.”
“It’s dark, and the streetlights hardly work,” Duncan replied, his teasing smile growing wider.
Shaking her head, Liberty leaned over and planted a quick kiss on his cheek. Before he could respond, she pressed her hand gently over his lips, silencing him.
“Enough,” she said as she pulled back.
Duncan, still not entirely satisfied, grinned mischievously, knowing he had the rest of the night at home to cherish his wife.
The excitement of the day finally caught up with him. With Liberty nearby, he felt himself relaxing. Before long, his eyes closed, and he drifted into a deep, peaceful sleep.
When Duncan awoke, Liberty was gently shaking his shoulder. The car was parked in the driveway of her villa.
“Are we home?” he asked groggily, blinking against the darkness.
“Yes,” she replied with a smile. “And no, it’s not dawn yet. You’ve only been out for about forty minutes.”
Duncan stretched, feeling his energy return quickly. His heart swelled as he realized they were about to begin this new chapter of their lives together.