Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 801

Elysia Thorne and Tarquin Bradford were leaving the island in three days, rounding off a week-long escape from the hustle and bustle of their lives. Just as they stepped into the hospital, Tarquin's phone buzzed with a call from Axel. Whatever Axel said, it cast a shadow over Tarquin's face, his expression darkening in an instant.

"...I got it. We'll talk face to face in a bit," Tarquin muttered before hanging up. He paused, furrowing his brows in thought before composing himself and returning to the hospital room.

Elysia was surrounded by their children, cherishing the reunion after a week apart. Elliot lay on the hospital bed, a gentle smile on his face. Elijah sat beside him, stoic yet with eyes sparkling as he looked at Elysia. Emmett was nestled in Elysia's arms, being his charming self. Evan stood beside her, animatedly sharing the week's adventures, his hands flying as he spoke.

Tarquin approached, feigning nonchalance, "Kids, stick with mom; I've got to swing by the office."

Elysia looked up, concerned, "Something wrong at work?"

"Just need to sort out some work stuff; it's nothing to worry about. I'll be back soon."

didn't press further, "Alright, just call if you're not

"Will do."

hair, Tarquin was out the door, his demeanor shifting the moment he stepped

waiting downstairs. As soon as Tarquin got into

the car, steering

call me?" Tarquin's brow was furrowed with

was already dead," Axel stated flatly, knowing too well

glanced at him through the rearview mirror, understanding the turmoil his friend must be feeling

witnessed a brutal murder. A young heir was found dismembered in the woods, his limbs neatly placed beside his torso, just like

Tarquin under duress, was found dead in a similar