My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 263 Elizabeth maintained a faint smile, her expression calm as she silently waited for Elijah to defend Sandra.

Instead, Elijah pressed his lips into a tight line and said, Ive fired the receptionist already.

Sandra scoffed, rolling her eyes dramatically.

Oh, so youre just passing the blame now.

Ruby quickly pulled Sandra aside, giving her a warning glance.

Sandra, let it go.

Dont say too much.

Despite Elijahs attempt to shift accountability, it was clear to everyone that he was still protecting Sandra.

Elizabeths voice was calm, yet her words carried a sharp edge.

After all, if I, the temporary Mrs.

James, were to leave, the stock price of the James Group would take a hit.

Whether its your beloveds medical bills or her investments in the entertainment industry, its a bottomless pit, isnt it? Her gaze was steady, her tone devoid of emotion, but her pointed remark made Elijah flinch.

As she tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, her sleeve slipped back, revealing the glaring red marks on her wrist.

Elijahs eyes lingered on the marks for a moment, his throat tightening as if the words he wanted to say wouldnt come out.

The atmosphere grew tense, with an awkward silence hanging in the air.

Finally, Oliver stepped forward, taking Elizabeths backpack and slinging it over his shoulder.

Mrs.

James, let me carry this for you.

earn credit for his

tough, but being Elijahs assistant

Villa, Willow

called to inform her that

her to prepare for their

had secretly hoped

things to backfire

was Elizabeth safe, but she

was so anxious, she couldnt

Willow out of her spiraling

she opened the door and saw Elizabeths stunning

Willow quickly composed herself, forcing

inside and set out

sound sincerely excited, she said, Ive been praying for your safe return,

James.

my

that youre back, everything will be

but carried a weight of

two thousand a month in your

instantly, her

Thank you, Mr.

James.

Thank you, Mrs.

insincere words had earned

like shed

glanced around the

same

and said casually, Go

her off in a clipped

for a while, so theres

Elizabeth remained composed.

asking for a separate