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

is

flashes of Elizabeth’s bandaged leg and the hospital visit

of the recent fire—possibly injured in

with guilt—pulled at his heartstrings, briefly casting a shadow over his

other end of the line, Melany’s voice softened, filled with gentle

remember, she’s the one you chose to

your responsibility to protect and cherish

nature push her away,

likely still shaken from

offer her comfort

paused, her

will be back at the Norris Mansion in a few

for you both

along, won’t

replied, dismissing Melany curtly

dialed an internal

“Mr.

Oliver, who had been called back

did my grandmother

immediately realized what had