Win My Forsaken Ex-wife Back (Charlotte and Arthur)

Chapter 27 A Close Call

It was a text message from Arthur: [Charlotte, open the door.]

Her hand trembled ever so slightly as she stared at the screen.

Charlotte thought, “What does he mean? He came straight to my house in such a short time. He is still suspicious of me.”

A moment later, another message popped up from Diana. It was a screenshot from the security camera at her front door. Arthur’s tall figure stood there, exuding an imposing presence even through the grainy footage.

Charlotte: [I already know.]

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Diana: [What’s your plan?]

Charlotte: [No plan.]

Exiting the chat, Charlotte felt her nerves tighten as she paced the room.

If she refused to open the door, there was a real chance he’d force his way in to confirm his suspicions, and that would be a disaster.

Charlotte mulled over her options, biting her lip in frustration. Finally, she decided to take a gamble.

She dialed Arthur’s number.

talk about

voice was soft,

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frosty edge to

Arthur frowned slightly, his sharp features shadowed by the dim

the door.

not lying,

deep, resonant voice grew colder. “Open the door,

rolled her eyes, though

divorce, why didn’t

running thin. “Charlotte, I’m not

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myself.”

further. “What’s the big deal about repeating yourself? Are

let me see

turned to his bodyguard and ordered, “Get someone to take this door

Arthur, are you for real?” Charlotte’s voice shot

deliberate. “Charlotte, if you’re hiding something from me, I

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she quickly masked her fear with indignation. “What are you even talking about? And for the record, this door wasn’t cheap! Don’t you dare damage it!” She forced a steady tone. “If you really want a divorce, fine. Tomorrow, the Courthouse. I’ll be

a chance to reply, she ended the call and clutched the phone to her chest. Her heart was pounding as if it

this point, there was