Chapter 74

After mulling it over, Nellie finally said, "If he won't agree to a divorce, I guess I'll have to take it to court."

Lizzy chimed in, "But dragging a divorce through the courts is a long slog. You hate him, but you'd have to see him constantly. Wouldn't that be pure agony?" Suppressing a wave of physical and emotional discomfort, Nellie replied, "Maybe I should just sit him down and have a real talk."

She decided to call Cameron after 9 p.m., knowing he'd likely be free around then. The phone barely rang twice before it was picked up.

"Hello? Who's calling?" came a sweet voice that could only belong to Greta.

Nellie hesitated for a moment, then said, "Put Cameron on, please."

Greta seemed flustered, recognizing her sister's voice. It took her a while to respond. Finally, she managed, "Nel, what do you need with Cameron?"

I need to check in with my sister every time I want to talk to my husband? Aren't you sticking your

just asking. No need to get so worked up. Sorry,

me back, I'll post a recording of you two's little affair online

Nellie's threat hit home because it took less than half an hour for Cameron to call

Cameron's angry voice, "Nellie,

the phone away from her ear, waiting for his yelling

Nellie's voice was steady, unaffected by his tirade, showing neither anger nor

of divorce was just a

"You're serious?"

I'm busy. I don't have time for

air

you to fend for yourself for two years would make you appreciate what

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