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."

at the absurdity of it all. She knew exactly what he was

been married or the exact 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 entered the picture, he could erase any trace of her

was working hard to safeguard Tiffany's reputation, leaving nothing

steadying breath. "What if I don't

vintage ring box on

agree, and this ring will be returned to its rightful

the box, recognizing it

to negotiate would work

chill ran down

had bought the ring for Tiffany at the charity dinner without

truth to Maria- would force her to play along with his narrative. To some extent, she'd

former wife, was expected to protect the

Evelyn understood. The benefits Lucas had offered her in the agreement were not out of generosity-they were a way to

chest tightened as she tried to

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

stirring up trouble to get Lucas' attention. He was curious to see how far she