Divorce Time

Chapter 356

When he found out he couldn’t be there for Daisy’s birthday, Granger was a bit disappointed but got the picture. “It’s alright,” he said, “work comes first. Daisy will understand.”

After hanging up, Charlene had just finished freshening up when her phone buzzed again.

It was a video call from Granger’s phone. Only Daisy would use Granger’s phone to video call her.

Charlene answered, and Daisy’s face immediately filled the screen. A warm smile spread across Charlene’s face, but before she could speak, Daisy chimed in, “Good morning, Ms. Ross! Uncle told me you can’t make it to my birthday tomorrow. That’s okay. If you’re busy this time, we can celebrate another day!”

Daisy had to head off to school soon, so she continued without waiting for Charlene to respond, “Uncle said you’re baking me a cake and you got me some other gifts too. Thank you, Ms. Ross! Grandma says when someone gives you gifts, you should invite them for dinner. There’s this new restaurant that just opened, and the food is amazing! Are you free tonight? Uncle and I would love to take you out for dinner!”

Charlene chuckled at Daisy’s enthusiasm and replied, “I’m free, Daisy. Thank you for the invitation.”

to thank me, Ms. Ross. It’s only right to treat you

get to school, said goodbye before handing the phone back to Granger. Charlene and Granger arranged a

at work, Charlene informed Stewart that she’d need to visit

a reassuring pat. “You’ve been working hard. I’ll handle things here in the

“Thanks,” Charlene replied.

that afternoon, she started packing up

Hearst came by and, seeing her preparing to leave early, raised an eyebrow. “Heading out early

said, remembering her upcoming trip. “By the way, I’ll be out on a business trip for a few days starting tomorrow. If anything comes up, feel free to reach

asked,

didn’t say more, but the thought lingered–she’d just returned and already

office and, about thirty minutes later, arrived at the restaurant Granger had reserved. As she stepped out

out, running over to her.

glancing around at the parking lot filled with luxury cars. She turned to Granger, “This place is