The Divorce Prescription

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Chapter 73

celine returned to Abater Residence When she entered the living room, she saw someone she would never forget Larry Slick

Years ago, Lucy had sent her to the countryside, placing her under Larry’s care. Larryws her so called adoptive father.

Now, Mary and Larry were seated on the living room couch with Mary entertaining him.

“We have you to thank you for raising Orline while she’s in the countryside Mary smiled

Larry was blind in his left eve. He was a burly figure, notorious for his drunken tages and for beating his wife in the past

As he sat on the luxurious couch, his remaining eye rommet greedily over the expensive decor, his gaze lingering on the antique paintings and lavish furnishings. His excitement was barely concealed

However, Larry feigned humility. “You’re too kind, Mrs. Alvarez Senior. I just hope Celine hasn’t caused you any trouble since marrying into your family”

Mary smiled. “How could she? Celine is such a well–behaved girl.”

Larry smirked as though he had thought of something. “Oh yes, Celine has always been a good girl”

wave of nausea hit her,

then, the butler, Alfred, noticed het.

sound of the

been ten wars siner Larry had last seen Celme. The little girl he remembered had grown into a graceful woman. His gaze fell on her lace and then slowly trailed downward,

stood up, his voice tinged with false affection.

each other. I’ve thought

yday.”

didn’t catch on and smiled at Celine. “Celine, your adoptive

it you”

gate hardened at Larry. This man was the nightmare of her childhood. Seeing him again

moment, an arm draped over her shoulders. She heard a voice above her bead. “Why are just you

to see Adam. His handsome face came

Adam bad returned.

seemed blank and distant. She looked

take Adam’s coat. He hummed

gently gripped her shoulder, rubbing it

touch. With his arm wrapped around her, her figure was entirely encased in h could feel

of security, a comfort

of reality. “Maybe I’m just