Chapter 121

Chapter 121:

“The way things are between you two—it’s helping no one,” Jim continued, his voice firm with conviction. “If you’re set on divorcing, why delay it?”

Noah’s voice was thick with scorn as he sneered dismissively. “Divorce? Who said we’re getting a divorce?”

He took a step closer, his piercing gaze locked on Jim. “Do you have some kind of crush on her?”

Jim bristled, his tone heated as he shot back, “What bullshit are you spewing now? As someone not directly involved, I have to say this seems really unfair to her.”

“Unfair?” Noah echoed, dripping with sarcasm. “Look, our issues are none of your concern.”

“I was merely trying to—” Jim began, but Noah cut him off with an icy sharpness that left no room for argument.

“You don’t have to come to Myrtlewood Estate anymore—consider this your last visit.”

His words hung heavily in the air as he turned sharply and ascended the stairs, leaving Jim frozen in place, a storm brewing across his features.

determined departure, Jim felt a

his phone with a shaky hand and typed a message to Sadie. “I

he pocketed his phone and walked away from Myrtlewood Estate, each

at the glowing text on her screen,

she was jolted from her thoughts

across her face as she stashed her phone away, composing herself before

doorway, his imposing figure casting a long shadow. His voice was emotionless, almost mechanical. “Are you

sorrow lingering in her heart. “Bored? Mr. Wall, is that really what you

a living person, not your caged pet,” Sadie said, her voice tight with anger. “What gives you the right to take away

eyes narrowed, taking in her defiance

he responded,

to a sliver of hope

replied boldly, challenging him. “So, Mr. Wall,

CEO’s wedding anniversary celebration,” Noah said. “As

spark of resolve

swiftly, her voice tinged with

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