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 the

recovery is progressing

he spoke, flashes of Elizabeth’s bandaged leg and the

of the recent fire—possibly

his heartstrings, briefly casting

of the line, Melany’s

the one

responsibility to protect and

aloof nature push her away,

likely still shaken from

forget to offer

her voice

and I will be back at the Norris Mansion

you both to

Elizabeth along, won’t

Melany curtly before hanging

dialed an internal

“Mr.

had been called back without notice, appeared confused until he met Elijah’s

And how did my grandmother know about Elizabeth’s

realized what