Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 6

She had already considered intimate life when choosing Lyman as her husband.

Effie wasn't the type to be overly dramatic, nor did she cling to old-fashioned ideas about marriage.

Still, they'd only just met-there was so much more to learn about each other.

Lyman glanced at her, noting her bashful expression, and a subtle smile flickered at the corner of his mouth.

Remembering the phone call from earlier, he asked, "Do you need my help?"

"You... don't have to. I can handle this myself. Just give me a little time, please. Don't worry I'll make it clear to Mitchell that we're done." Effie hurried to reassure him.

Lyman was a bit surprised. Wasn't it common for women to want their husbands to step in on their behalf?

"Alright. In three days, I'll have my assistant pick you up. Pack your things, and when you're ready, you can take me to meet your grandmother."

"Okay." Effie nodded, feeling a wave of gratitude.

They'd only just met and already married, yet he was considerate enough to put her grandmother first.

Effie found herself comparing him to Mitchell. She and Mitchell had dated for years, but he'd visited her grandmother only a handful of times—and even then, he was always impatient to leave.

Looking back with clarity, Effie realized how blind she'd been to so many things.

was for the best. At least now she saw

just call me. For now, I'll take you home," Lyman said, his tall frame

she was married now-she'd

Life is unpredictable.

would have thought that just yesterday she was Mitchell's girlfriend, and today she

Effie felt no regret. This

home, Effie

what about

had been taken by Lyman. His reason was almost ridiculous-he was worried she might

he'd locked them up in his

but

matter. It wasn't like she needed them for anything right

was already in

in

her age, her grandmother moved nimbly around the

go to work today? If Mitchell has time, invite him

then came up with a quick excuse. "I had something to do this morning, so I'll head

grandmother looked a little disappointed. "Alright. Mitchell's working so hard- you need

to fuss over Effie,

Understanding? Compromise?