Win My Forsaken Ex-wife Back Novel

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 .

Arthurs tall figure stood there , exuding an imposing presence even through the grainy footage .

Charlotte : [ I already know .

] 2/7 Diana : [ Whats 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 hed 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 Arthurs number .

Youre here to talk about the divorce , arent you ? Her voice was soft , almost casual , but 3/7 there was a frosty edge to her tone .

Standing at the door , Arthur frowned slightly , his sharp features shadowed by the dim light .

Open the door .

Well talk inside .

Charlottes tone was laced with suspicion .

Youre not lying , are you ? This isnt some trick ? Arthurs deep , resonant voice grew colder .

Open the door , and youll find out .

Charlotte rolled her eyes , though he couldnt see it .

If youre so eager to divorce , why didnt you reply to my messages earlier ? Arthurs patience was clearly running thin .

Charlotte , Im not going to repeat 4/7 myself .

With the door safely between them , she pushed him a little further .

Whats the big deal about repeating yourself ? Are you afraid youll explode or something ? Go ahead , let me see it ! A vein throbbed at his temple .

Arthurs gaze darkened as he turned to his bodyguard and ordered , Get someone to take this door down .

Now .

Hey , hey , hey ! Arthur , are you for real ? Charlottes voice shot up an octave , panic creeping in .

Arthurs words were icy and deliberate .

Charlotte , if youre hiding something from me , I swear Ill find out .

And when I do , youre finished .

5/7 Charlottes heart skipped a beat , but she quickly masked her fear with indignation .

What are you even talking about ? And for the record , this door wasnt cheap ! Dont you dare damage it ! She forced a steady tone .

If you really want a divorce , fine .

Tomorrow , the Courthouse .

Ill be waiting ! Without giving him a chance to reply , she ended the call and clutched the phone to her chest .

Her heart was pounding as if it might burst out at any moment .

At this point , there was no turning back .

If Arthur broke in and realized she wasnt even home , things would go south and fast .

She raked her fingers through her hair , pacing the room as a whirlwind of 6/7 thoughts raced through her mind .

Outside , Arthur stared at the blank screen of his phone .

A faint , mocking smirk showed on his face .

She was flustered , which could only mean she wasnt in the house .

The bodyguard approached cautiously .

Mr.

Harrison , weve found someone to break the door .

Should I call him over now ? Before Arthur could respond , his phone rang .

He glanced at the screen , his brows .

knitting together .

Hello ? Mom , whats wrong ? On the other end , Jennifers voice was urgent .

Julius has a fever ! Come back right away ! 7/7 His expression shifted instantly .

Without another word , he turned and strode off .

What happened ? Why did he have a fever ?