How a Dying Woman Rewrote Her Epilogue

Chapter 181

Chapter 181

Unlike Maurice, who looked utterly stunned, Jarrod's expression was unreadable. His gaze was dark and thoughtful as he studied Elodie.

Elodie had already set down her pen.

No wonder Jarrod had insisted on a new divorce agreement-he wanted to seize control of the negotiations and keep her in check from the very start.

But honestly, she couldn't bring herself to care anymore.

As long as she could get this over with, she'd agree to anything.

She slid the paperwork back across the table.

"So, can we file now?"

Jarrod glanced down at the place where she'd signed. When he finally looked up, his eyes were flat and emotionless. "We can."

Apparently, it was rare for people to hash out the terms right here at city hall.

After they'd followed the necessary steps, the clerk looked up at them. "Do you have any children together?"

Elodie's throat tightened. She finally managed, "No."

Jarrod didn't even flinch.

Maurice, however, gave a little shrug and pursed his lips.

that would've required Jarrod actually

period before the divorce is finalized. During that time, if either of you changes your mind, you can withdraw

already knew how this

days before

That was fine.

could wait

you. There's nothing to reconsider," Elodie

glanced sideways

"Ms. Thorne, if you have any questions, feel free to reach

thanks. "Thank you for your

chatted with Albin for another

coat tighter and

spring chill had left a thin layer of black ice;

reached out

comforting heat of his palm surprised her, and for a surreal moment, it almost

have thought

to

up to her. Once she was steady, he glanced at their hands, then slowly let go. "I'll have someone drive you. No need to

her tone polite but cold.

"Elodie, there's no need to pretend you're made of stone. It's freezing

lips together, choosing not to

for

protest, Elodie opened the car door and

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