Divorce Time

Chapter 146

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After that moment, silence settled between them.

Charlene’s cousins hadn’t really met Thorne before. Now, faced with him in the flesh, curiosity sparked in their eyes as they sneaked peeks at him.

Thorne, having held a position of power for many years, carried an air of authority effortlessly. His every move radiated a certain dominance, even without trying.

Noticing their gaze, he shot a brief look their way.

Unable to meet his intense stare, they quickly averted their eyes, too intimidated to look again.

Thorne didn’t make any effort to continue the conversation, nor did he offer any pleasantries; he simply looked

away.

To Charlene, Thorne was the man she loved.

and hadn’t managed to find her way out for

her niece over the years, it was impossible for Vernon to harbor

his grievances amount to? The Ross family stood no chance

that Thorne had made his appearance, Vernon, playing the gracious host, stood up and raised his glass, “Had I known Mr. Henderson would honor us with his presence, I would’ve ensured a warmer welcome. Please, forgive any

with Vernon’s, replying politely, “You’re too kind, Mr. Ross.”

use of “Mr. Ross” instead of “uncle” didn’t go unnoticed. It was clear he didn’t wish to acknowledge any

Now, she

was probably at

she told him, “We appreciate Irma’s intentions. If you have other

only served to dampen the

rush,” leaving Charlene puzzled at

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Kenton asked, his

a detailed discussion

to engage her professor

deep knowledge of the Al field, something even Kenton found

Charlene and Stewart found themselves drawn into the conversation.