Chapter 42 I Have to Do Something

Just then, Barrett’s phone rang. He grabbed it quickly, his hand trembling slightly. Before leaving, he’d sent a message to Arthur, saying he’d uncovered a huge secret.

Barrett’s eyes flickered as he answered the call. “Hey, Arthur.”

“What’s up?” Arthur’s voice was low and

cold, just like always.

Barrett laughed lightly. “Nothing, just wondering where you are. How about grabbing a drink?”

Arthur’s tone grew sharper. “Sarah was in a car accident. I’m at the hospital.”

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Barrett immediately stiffened. “How bad is she? Is she okay?”

Arthur’s voice remained even but with a touch of exhaustion. “She fractured her leg. If you’re free, you can come by.”

They’d been friends for years, so this wasn’t out of the ordinary.

“Alright, I’m on my way.” Barrett hung up quickly, keeping the secret to himself.

But he couldn’t help but wonder why Charlotte didn’t tell Arthur she was Ms. Aroma.

Sarah and sighed. Barrett thought, “It is not my problem

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room, Charlotte was tipsy, her cheeks flushed, and her throat sore

had spilled everything: five years of frustration, numbness, and the heartache

listening in, was practically in tears herself. She couldn’t believe Arthur

almost wanted to confront

with a hand. “Don’t… Calm down. Wait until I divorce him, then you can do

Charlotte lightly on the forehead. “What’s wrong with you? I

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out now, and then you

money.”

nodded slowly.

head fell onto the pillow, and she

to the bed in the inner room, tucking her

it clear that no one was

her fists clenched. “She’s been through so much. I

raised an eyebrow. “You’re really going to go up against Arthur? Are you

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need to make him regret it. Otherwise, I’ll

“Be careful. Arthur

worry. I’ll

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Charlotte stayed at home, consumed by perfecting her

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