Side Chick Era... Over

Loving Mom 246

Chapter 246

Sharon glanced at Carter, her voice flat. “Let’s go.”

She had known he would show up. Anything-anyone-he might let slip from his attention, but not her. Especially not when Nate’s letter of forgiveness was still in her hands.

They walked into the courthouse, one ahead of the other.

There weren’t many people getting married that day, but the divorce counters were lined with couples.

Some wore vacant, numb expressions. Some were locked in arguments, voices sharp with accusation. Others cried, begging their partners to reconsider. And there were those who looked eager, even elated-relief written across their faces.

As soon as Sharon and Carter entered, an attendant approached them.

“Mr. Biggs, this way, please.”

It was clear Carter had made arrangements ahead of time. Of course. If he wanted something done, it got done.

A private room. A dedicated clerk. No waiting.

they sat in silence, waiting for the paperwork to be processed, Carter

regret it now, it’s not

a cold,

The chill in them sharpened. “Don’t say I didn’t give you a chance when you finally

irritation. “Carter, when did you get so long-winded? Do

letter or not?”

went silent

minutes later, the clerk completed the paperwork for

month,” the clerk explained. “If you wish to

finalize it.”

the documents and offered a polite thank-you.

and into the main hall, the place had erupted

holidays, and every damn time, they tell me today’s slots are full! I can’t get a spot online, can’t get one in person-how the hell am I

burly man was shouting at a staff member, rage boiling

other couples, also turned away,

You can only book

you limit weddings like this, huh? Why just