My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 42 In his mind, she would soon recognize the benefits of being Mrs.

Norris and the shelter his influence offered.

He was prepared to wait for her return, certain that she would ultimately yield.

Just then, Elijah’s phone buzzed insistently.

He glanced warily at the screen before reluctantly pressing the answer button.

The moment the call connected, his grandmother, Melany Norris, spoke urgently.

Her tone was thick with concern.

“Elijah, where are you right now? Oliver told me Elizabeth got hurt.

How is she recovering from the injury? You know how vital appearances are for a young woman.

What if it leaves a scar? How will she feel confident wearing skirts again? Make sure you take excellent care of her!”

The mention of an injury widened Elijah’s eyes in surprise, a flash of confusion crossing his features.

Yet, he managed to keep his voice steady.

still at

recovery is

flashes of Elizabeth’s bandaged leg and the hospital

scene of

twinge of something—concern mixed with guilt—pulled at his heartstrings,

line, Melany’s voice softened, filled

one you chose

to protect and cherish

your aloof nature push her away,

still shaken

forget to offer

her voice

back at

for you

along,

Elijah replied, dismissing Melany

dialed an

“Mr.

assist you?” Oliver, who had been called back without notice, appeared confused until he met Elijah’s intense

latest on the fire investigation? And how did my grandmother know about Elizabeth’s injury before I

realized