Ex-Husband’s Love Dilemma

Chapter 38

Orlando frowned and asked indifferently, Grandpa, did you agree because you’re ticked off or because you respect our choice

“What’s the difference? Peter replied in an icy tone.

“Cassand and I could’ve divorced silently, but we held off because we hoped you’d respect our choice, and not just react out of anger. Orlando clarified.

“Ha! Look at my wise grandson giving me a lecture now. Well done, well done… cough… Peter began coughing. Right beside him. Cassandra quickly got up and gave his back a few comforting pats. She poured him a glass of water and reassured him, “Take it easy. Grandpa Peter. Your health is the top priority.

“Cassic, I’m the one who messed things up. I should’ve never let you marry him in the first place, Peter said.

“Grandpa Peter, please don’t say that. I can’t thank you enough for everything. Maybe this is the best outcome for both of us. Life’s all about choices at every turn, isn’t it?” Cassandra said.

She knew that without Peter, she wouldn’t have had a year of marriage with Orlando, and that was more than sufficient for her.

Hearing Cassandra’s words, Peter continued, “You can go your separate ways, but I’ve got one favor to ask.”

“Go ahead.” Orlando and Cassandra replied at the same time.

You m

guys have been married a year but haven’t even stayed in the Quinn manor. We’re still family. So, for the next two days, you’re not allowed to set foot outside. Stay in the Quinn manor. Peter declared.

Cassandra was caught off guard, and Orlando went quiet.

They exchanged a look.

“Obviously. I can’t make you if you’re not up for it, Peter added, making it clear he was talking to Orlando.

“Orlando, your grandpa’s not exactly in the pink. Let’s not upset him, Gabriela chimed in.

“Your grandpa’s throwing it out there, you might as well roll with it, Frederick agreed.

In the end, Orlando and Cassandra had no objections.

Ever the decisive one, Peter immediately declared, “We’ll start from tonight.”

He swiftly arranged for someone to spruce up their rooms and prepare fresh clothes.

Though the decision felt a bit abrupt, it didn’t throw Cassandra and Orlando off much. After all, they had already shared a roof at Dustmeadow Mansion.

After dinner, the duo spent some time chatting with Peter. Seemingly satisfied with Orlando’s cooperation, Peter didn’t shoot any more displeased looks his way.

Around ten o’clock at night, he dismissed the two. “Head upstairs and get some rest. Double–check your rooms for anything missing. If something is missing, let the housekeeper know so they can sort it out.”

Cassandra nodded and followed Orlando upstairs with all eyes on them.

As soon as they left, Peter turned to Gabriela. “Figure out a way to make their relationship better over these two days.

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divorce or not might ride on how things

nodded, mentally outlining

returned to the room and asked Frederick, “Do you think Peter is hinting that I should whip up some special meals for Cassie

stepped

space, and even though Cassandra had been there before, it

essentials for them. The two shared a glance, and

hummed and headed for

these days. He furrowed his brow, puzzled

in the

you and

yourself, and if you need anything, hit

won’t be back?” Rebecca sought confirmation.

“Yeah. Orlando replied.

going on a

tried to sound calm, but there was still a gentle quiver in

wants us to stay with him in the Quinn manor for two days,” Orlando explained.

you and Cassandra are free to

that’s the plan,”

and her words bubbled over with joy. “Landy, does that

Orlando remained silent.

I’ve been waiting for this day forever. The past year suddenly feels so worth it. I’d go as

out with the ominous talk. Anyway, it’s getting late, and you should get

with whatever you say. Goodnight, Landy, Rebecca

much and hung up the

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to the balcony. As he stared into the night sky,

restlessness.

reality of it sank in, a weird blend of emotions stirred within him. After the divorce, Cassandra would be our of his life completely. While the Quinn family would continue to treat her the same way, they’d no longer be a couple. She’d move on, potentially with someone else, perlups

creeping in, and his eyes took on a colder edge. Just the idea of her

darkened as he got lost

noticed Orlando standing on the balcony. His silhouette seemed somewhat lonely, making her wonder if he was avoiding being

“Orlando, I’m done. It’s

expression and stared deeply into her “Cassandra, what are your plans after our divorce?”

eyes.

question, she replied, “I haven’t thought about it I’ll figure things out

about it?”

“Yeah. Cassandra said.

be with Michael after our divorce?” Orlando threw the

knows, really? The future’s a mystery, isn’t it?”

the question on purpose?” Orlando

said. “Orlando, who knows what’s going to go down tomorrow?”

the covers to settle in, Orlando gripped her hand and dropped a serious question. “Do you really want to

in disbelief, struggling to grasp the