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.

trying to earn credit

was tough, but being Elijahs

Villa, Willow

to inform her that Elijah and Elizabeth were coming

her to prepare for their

gone missing, Willow had secretly hoped

expected things

not only was Elizabeth safe, but she was returning to

was so anxious, she couldnt

pulling Willow out of her

door and saw Elizabeths stunning face,

composed herself, forcing a polite

welcomed Elizabeth inside and set out a

said, Ive been

James.

like my prayers

back, everything will be

voice was flat but

thousand a

instantly, her

Thank you, Mr.

James.

Thank you, Mrs.

A few insincere words had earned her a substantial

like shed hit the

around

looked the same

and said casually, Go

off

wont be back for a

Elizabeth remained composed.

not asking for a separate