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

is progressing

spoke, flashes of Elizabeth’s bandaged leg and the hospital visit flooded his mind, piecing together

of the recent fire—possibly injured in the

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

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

she’s the one you

to

aloof nature

likely still shaken

to offer her comfort and

her voice

at the Norris Mansion in a

you both

Elizabeth along, won’t

Melany curtly before hanging

dialed an internal

“Mr.

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

investigation? And how did my grandmother know about

realized what had