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."

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

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

safeguard Tiffany's reputation, leaving nothing behind to

breath. "What

elegant, vintage ring box on the table in front

this ring will be returned to

at the box, recognizing it immediately it was the

She had thought that bringing Immanuel to negotiate would work in her favor, but now,

ran down

Tiffany at the charity dinner without any

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

his former wife, was expected to protect the

The benefits Lucas had offered her in the agreement were not out of generosity-they were a way to protect Tiffany. He was essentially buying

she tried to process everything,

are you hesitating for? Just sign it." Mason

trouble to