Chapter 45

Chapter 45

"Alex, these are the divorce papers Sophia prepared. All you need to do is sign them," Lyra said, placing the documents on the café table.

"Where is Sophia?" Alex asked, his eyes fixed on Lyra.

Despite her undeniable beauty, every word she spoke dripped with venom.

"She's busy transferring money. Listen, Alex," Lyra leaned in, her voice icy.

"While I'm still being civil, just sign the papers. End this. You can't keep scamming her. For God's sake, let her go!

11

Alex sighed. His only reason for marrying Sophia was to find clues about his mother and to honor his master's wish.

"If she wants a divorce, she should tell me herself," he replied calmly. 1

Lyra shook her head. "I know you're not happy about this, but just accept it. You're not right for her. Don't make this harder-just sign the papers."

He crossed his arms, sensing her disdain.

Maybe she didn't just hate him; maybe she despised all men without wealth.

"Alex, stop dragging this out!"

"You can yell all you want, but I need to hear it from Sophia," Alex said firmly. "Then I'll sign. You heard me."

any dignity?" Lyra spat

stood up. "I think

about to leave, the café door swung open.

as if he'd

Sophia said, approaching Alex. "I had to get to the bank before it

the divorce

Alex could answer. Sophia sighed, as if

better sign those damn papers, or you'll never leave

a hand on his arm. "Can you

away. "I'll be right over there if you

she muttered, "You can't go easy

softly,

their eyes

might like you, but my grandmother and parents don't. We both know this marriage won't

1/2

Chapter 45

you dislike me?" he

more time, maybe I could get to know you better. Part of me wants to try, but... time

going to marry Chris?"

not sure if I love him, but they approve of

bitter smile. "Because he has money and

Sophia shook her head.

get into that. Please, can you sign the divorce papers? And could you keep this from Grandpa Abraham? He's old, and I don't want

you regret this?" Alex leaned back, searching

to show you who I really am. You're pushing

I will," Sophia said coolly. "But maybe I won't. Looking at you now,

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255