Divorce Time

Chapter 145

When Vesta heard that Thorne had gone to the Rosses, she didn’t panic.

Given Irma’s close bond with Helena, it was a given that Thorne would be sent to represent her at Helena’s grand 70th birthday bash, especially since Irma couldn’t attend herself. Vesta had been aware of this arrangement for some time.

Still, knowing Thorne was at the Rosses–even if it was on Irma’s orders–didn’t exactly fill her with joy

As word spread that Thorne had skipped their gathering for the Rosses, whispers of trouble in paradise between Vesta and Thorne began to circulate. Vesta addressed the speculation with a cool detachment, “Irma and Helena are thick as thieves. Thorne’s just fulfilling a family obligation by dropping by the Rosses, that’s all.”

There had been rumors for years about the friendly ties between the Rosses and the Hendersons, but with no recent sightings of the two families mingling, most had dismissed it as gossip.

Vesta’s comments appeared to confirm the alliance, sparking curiosity among the guests.

held up and fears he might not make it back in time. He sent me ahead with this gift as

gift, nodding her

was indeed a dear friend of Irma’s, it made perfect sense for Thorne to visit the Rosses before joining their own event. Thorne’s thoughtful gesture of sending a gift in advance was a clear sign of his attentiveness and

by Thorne’s absence, couldn’t help but soften as Garfield raised his glass in

Garfield’s lead, the atmosphere

Thorne’s considerate act. Yet, noticing Granger’s absence, she approached Moran with

give him a call,” Moran

conversation over the phone, Moran relayed, “Granger had to step out for an urgent

inquired further, “Did he mention what the

he didn’t,” Moran admitted, his curiosity piqued by a sudden thought. “Could it be related to that person

bit, her tone growing cooler, “He hasn’t brought it up again, and I haven’t pressed