Countdown to My Divorce

Chapter 227

Time seemed to stand still.

Rachel took a deep breath and stared at William.

A moment later, William finally spoke–patiently, almost gently.

“Rachel, I know you don’t feel very comfortable about the rumors spreading in the office, but Samantha’s mother is still receiving treatment in the hospital. You know the marketing and sales department well. A newcomer wouldn’t be treated very well there. She needs money right now. Transfetting Samantha there would be akin to sending her to her doom.”

Rachel could tell that William was very patiently explaining things to her. He would rather spend time patiently explaining this to her than to ask her if she was injured.

She nodded her head understandingly, as if she had accepted his explanation.

“Okay, I got it. You don’t need to explain so much. I know Ms. Judd’s situation is rather complex.” She shrugged and went on, “I was just making a casual remark. You don’t need to take it so seriously.”

William nodded. “Stay at home for the time being. Things are really messy out there, so you shouldn’t head out for now.”

took another deep

you intend

to hear from

that, William rubbed the bridge

photos and only your side and back profiles can be seen. Reporters may

went to the bar with

a couple. Rumors are spreading online that our marriage is in trouble. To quell those rumors,

feel

her relationship with William deteriorated to the point of them needing to put on an act to

Rachel’s expression

there something wrong? Or do you have a question in

worry.”

brow and

her clothes.