Divorce Time

Chapter 181

Irma couldn’t help but notice that Charlene wasn’t as forward with Thorne as she used to be.

With a heavy sigh, she shot Thorne a pointed look and said, “It’s all Thorne’s fault, isn’t it?”

“After all the effort Charlene put in, and he barely gave her the time of day. Wouldn’t that cool anyone’s heels?”

Thorne responded with just a faint smile, choosing to remain silent. Charlene, on her part, was content to stay quiet too, concentrating on her meal instead of joining the conversation.

Before dinner was over, Thorne received a call and excused himself to take it, returning shortly after.

After they finished eating, he told Irma, “I’ve got to run. Something’s come up.”

Jasmine, ever so sharp, guessed the call might have been from Vesta.

“I want to go check on her too,” she said, “Dad, can I come with you?”

Sure,” Thorne agreed.

suggested, “Why don’t you take Charlene along as well? It’s Saturday tomorrow, a little outing

“Grandma, I’ve got plans with

then,” Irma

who had been anxious about the possibility of Charlene staying with her, visibly relaxed. As they prepared to leave, she

you,” Charlene

own vehicle. Once she was a safe distance from the family home, she dialed up Stewart and got straight to the point, “I’m considering divorcing Thorne. He just handed me a divorce agreement, trying to settle with some assets.

the midst of dinner himself, couldn’t hide his excitement, “I’ll get

away!”

a smile, “Thanks.”

back

and Thorne were still with Vesta, while Moran stepped out into the hallway to make

Granger, who was currently out

stopped dead in his tracks, exclaiming, “What?

retorted, adding, “And Thorne isn’t even discussing custody of Minnie with

Before Moran could continue, Granger cut him off, “I’ve got another call to make,” and hung up without waiting