The Queen Returns And She’s Unforgiving

Chapter 178

Eveyln was surprisingly formal, almost as if she were discussing business with no emotions involved. But soon enough, she frowned. What she had initially thought was a somewhat considerate gesture from Lucas quickly faded.

There were two other clauses in the agreement that made her pause. One was that she couldn't tell Maria the truth about the divorce for the next year. The other was that, without his permission, she couldn't disclose to anyone that they had been married for three years, nor could she reveal the exact date of their divorce.

Evelyn's fingers slowly curled into a fist, and she looked up at him with narrowed eyes.

"What does this mean?"

Lucas' gaze was just as detached as ever as he replied, "Which part don't you understand? Would you like Mr. Harvey to explain?"

"Why can't I tell Grandma the truth?"

"She's in poor health. I hope you understand."

Evelyn took a deep breath, trying to keep her composure. "And the other part?"

Lucas raised an eyebrow slightly, his voice still calm. "It's quite literal."

it all. She knew exactly what he

timing of their divorce not because of any other reason but because he was protecting Tiffany's image. By making sure no one knew when Tiffany had

safeguard Tiffany's reputation, leaving nothing behind to

breath. "What if I

ring box on

will be returned to its

it immediately

imagined it would come to this. She had thought that bringing Immanuel to negotiate would work in her favor, but now, Lucas was using the

ran

sure if Lucas had bought the ring for Tiffany at the charity dinner without any ulterior motives or if he had already planned to use

not revealing the truth to Maria- would force her to play along with his narrative. To

second clause was even more oppressive as she, his former wife, was expected to protect the

not out of generosity-they

tried to

what are you hesitating for? Just sign it." Mason

him that Evelyn didn't want the divorce. She was just stirring up trouble to get Lucas' attention. He was