The Ruined Bride of Velvet Nights by Brick Moving Ant

Chapter 17

If Lysander truly disliked Navier, he would never have allowed her into his life in the first place.

There had been plenty of women who had tried to date with him but he had pushed away without at second thought.

Yet somehow, Navier had been allowed to remain.

After the awkward silence stretched too long, his friends attempted to smooth things over.

“Alright, alright,” James conceded. “Whatever you say. We get it. You’re just being a responsible guy–concerned about a childhood friend abroad. We’ll help you look for her too. By the way, have you spoken with Navier’s parents about her disappearance?”

“They should know something, right? She’s their daughter, after all. It’s been quite a while–you should probably notify them.”

Lysander remained silent for a long moment before nodding.

The deafening music in the private room abruptly cut off as he dialed Mr. Armstrong’s number.

A heavy weight settled in his chest just before the other end finally picked up.

He had treated Navier poorly–there was no denying that.

“Lysander! What’s up, my boy?” Mr. Armstrong’s cheerful voice came through.

Lysander cleared his throat, maintaining a composed tone. “Dad, Navier and I are divorced. She left

been heard from since. Did you and Mrs. Armstrong know about this?”

happens–we never thought you two were gonna last anyway. No need to call me ‘Dad‘ anymore–back to Mr.

then, pushing that marriage arrangement. Navier volunteered for it, and whatever happiness or unhappiness came with that choice was hers to bear. Now she’s divorced and doing her own business–that’s healthy growth, isn’t it?”

clearly took the

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forever if it doesn’t work” school

to form his

that’s it? She’s really moved on? and she’s just fine

traveling for business. Looked like she was having a great time. And there were a few handsome guys around her too, you know?Maybe

“WHAT?!”

so severely that veins bulged along

“Then is she-”

negotiation waiting. If you wanna know more, maybe try calling her yourself. Later, kid.” Mr. Armstrong hastily hung

disconnected before Lysander could finish his question.

room, smashing against the wall

the room had overheard Mr. Armstrong’s side of the conversation.

Armstrong’s words on an endless

through him, consuming

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