Mr. Longbottom thought he was not so inferior to men younger than him.

More accurately, he was far superior. He had status, money, and power.

Which of the younger men could be on par with him unless they came from a wealthy family?

Many sons of wealthy families could not compete with him.

“I can’t go over because I’m busy these days. But I do miss you too.

“It’s more difficult because of the festive season. There are many events, and I have to accompany my family. My wife doesn't care about me, but her request is that I be with her during the holidays because we have to meet our friends and families. Do you understand?”

Mr. Longbottom had a wife and children. Carrie knew about it. He had never hid that fact.

Carrie did not know if he was close to his wife. Although he said they no longer had feelings for each other, Carrie dared not believe him because he had never let other women take his wife’s place.

He also never allowed other women to become pregnant with his children.

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