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85. What He Wants
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Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 86. No Longer Have Any Business with Them
Gotten what she wanted?More like what he wanted. Haley clenched her trembling fists, fighting down the rage surging through her veins. Accompanying the slight fever was a sudden headache. In just a few minutes, she'd been drained out mentally. Didn't Grandma Lily only collapse because of the phone call?It seems there was news Haley didn't know of.Did Liam just say she published the news? Bantering with the man was pointless, but Haley wouldn't let him point baseless accusations at her. She opened her mouth to retort,But the elevator doors behind her opened and sounds of someone sobbing echoed through the hallway.“Will, oh, Will… how's Grandma?” Leah ran into the man's arms, weeping loudly. “Please tell me Grandma Lily's out of the emergency room. Tell me she's alright.”However, Leah's questions fell on deaf ears as Liam still pinned Haley with a deadly glare, his unwavering gaze not leaving her face.Leah frowned, staring at him. Her eyes followed his gaze, and on noticing
Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 87. Anxious
…Back Inside The Hospital.Liam entered the ward with Leah, who clung to his arm… like glue.He didn't know why she was crying so much because of a single slap.Haley was crazy, and she deserved to be punished. If only he had seen her action coming. Yet, it turned out Leah's cries weren't only because Haley slapped her.“I was afraid we'd lose Grandma.” Leah lamented. “Imagine my anxiety, Will.”“I won't leave so soon until I see my great-grandchildren.” Grandma Lily's hoarse voice came from the bed. “So stop worrying.”Liam thought she was asleep,But it seemed the old woman was fully awake.Hearing Grandma Lily's words, Leah's head whipped to Liam, her eyes full of shock. She wasn't expecting this sudden act of kindness. Liam wasn't, either. “Don’t be shy.” Grandma Lily smiled. “I know everything.”This was unlike his grandmother.Liam didn't know what to feel or how to react. Should he consult the doctors to see if there was any problem with Grandma Lily's brain?After all,
Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 88. Be A Couple
Pulling himself together, Liam pressed the answer button. He shouldn't be surprised about what the lawyer would say,Yet, he found it hard to believe.After exchanging pleasantries, the lawyer went to the point. “Your Grandmother just called. She ordered me to help you process the divorce. Mr. Nash, I've got the papers ready, will you be at home tomorrow?”“I'm busy.” Liam blurted out. Grandma was fast!Was she serious?“I know…” the lawyer laughed, as if not believing him. “It’s normal to be nervous. I've got your back, Mr. Nash. Tomorrow, I will come.”Somehow, Liam wished tomorrow never came. The Next Day,He sat inside the study room, staring into nothingness. With so many thoughts bugging his mind, he couldn't get any work done. Since yesterday, the uncertainties only increased. “Here’s your coffee, Mr. Nash.” Lana dropped the coffee on his desk. She peered at him cautiously. “Mr. Nash-”“What is it?”“It's your phone. It has been ringing for a while now.”Liam glanced at
Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 89. A Suitor
…At DG Villa Estates.Haley sat at the dining table, picking at her food, and trying to detect the source of her gloom.What was wrong with her?“Are you sure William Nash is proposing the divorce himself?” Her brother's voice jolted her. “Why not?” Haley murmured. “His Grandma's orders.”Liam listened to his grandmother more than anyone else. He respected Grandma Lily even more than his parents.So Haley had no doubt… Liam would process the divorce very soon. “Damnit!” Andrew cursed under his breath. “Is the whole of the Nash Family rotten? That old woman treated you like that.”Haley shrugged. She seriously wasn't in the mood to discuss Liam or the Nash Family. Besides, she was over the shock already, despite the lingering heartbreak of Grandma Lily turning her back to her. So, she asked, “How's Mum and Dad?”Her brother wanted to reply when the sound of her phone's ringtone halted him. About time!Seeing the strange number flashing on the screen,It could be a call from the
Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 90. Divorce Papers
[Just to put a smile on your face.]That was the single message written on the note, accompanied by a wink emoji. Haley shook her head, smiling. Wasn't Daryl aware that Grandma Lily had asked Liam and her to separate?Would Grandma Lily be pleased to know Daryl was keeping in touch with her? Wouldn't he be labeled as a traitor in his own family?“Haley Woods, what's so funny!?” Her brother's stern voice jolted her. Haley groaned. “Do you wanna give me a heart attack?”“They're just simple flowers. Why are you smiling?” Andrew gave her a scrutinizing look. Then he snatched the note. Reading it, his frown deepened, and he shredded the note. “Are you in love, Haley?”“Hell no!” Haley exclaimed. “Daryl's like my brother-in-law.”“Ex-brother-in-law, you mean?” Andrew raised a brow. Haley rubbed her temples, exasperated. “Don’t be paranoid. Daryl's a member of the Nash Family which places him on my blacklist.”But Haley wasn't heartless to push Daryl away, Not when he'd been nothin
Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 91. Won't Fall for It
…At DG Jewelry Corp, The Next Day.Sitting on the couch in his office, Liam's eyes were fixed on his phone's screen, anticipation turning into frustration.Why hadn't she replied to him yet?What was keeping her from answering his calls?At least, she could send him a text. Did her phone's battery die down yesterday?Didn't she just cut his call?“Sir, here are the reports.” Joye came inside, holding a huge stack of documents. Liam dropped his phone. “Is Haley in the company?”Joye nodded. “Madam has been working on the design since morning. She's hardworking, Sir.”Oh. Somehow relieved, Liam's tensed muscles relaxed. He thought she'd never come. “By the way, I've wired half of the money to Crystal. They've started working on the jewelry-”“They?”“I mean, he or she, Sir.” Liam took the report and flipped through it.Numbers, numbers, numbers. What the hell…“Did you send all these to their account!?” He shouted, unable to control himself. Joye nodded, smiling triumphantly as
Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 92. Can't Tolerate Her
~What was he up to again?Seriously, his actions were beginning to make her wary.What did he even call it? A Separation Certificate?More like a Slavery Certificate!Liam stared at the piece of papers on the floor, his fists clenching, his eyes suddenly flaming.Obviously displeased that she'd torn the document to pieces, he leveled her with a stern gaze. “This isn't a joke, Haley! Grandma Lily doesn't have to know we're still together!”Grandma Lily again.What exactly did he mean?Haley furrowed her brows, not hiding her confusion. At first, he was apprehensive that the old woman would know about the divorce,Now, he didn't want Grandma Lily to know that they were not fully divorced yet. Wasn't he the weirdest man in existence? “And you expect me to be dancing over the moon?” She asked.Liam nodded promptly. “Of course, Haley. Be grateful I'm making efforts to keep you.”And his efforts were commendable. Haley couldn't even bring herself to laugh. She began considering if she
Divorced Heiress Strikes Back 93. Living On The Streets
Haley jolted, her eyes darting around the wide place for the source of the voice.It sounded familiar,Like Daryl's voice. Why would he be here, by the way?Was she imagining things?“Boo!” Behind her, he exclaimed.Haley jumped in shock, letting out a tiny scream. “Ah, you!”“Surprised, huh?” Daryl winked at her.No! Haley was flabbergasted!The elder brother had become a nightmare and the younger one was about to give her a heart attack.What did she do wrong to deserve this karma?Composing herself, Haley spoke in a normal tone. “I thought you were supposed to be in your new office, instead of doing hide and seek here and scaring the employees.”“The ceremony is over.” Daryl smiled. “The celebration remains.”“Huh?”“I've been waiting for you, Haley.”In this parking lot?Haley only told him that she'd think about it. Besides, she hadn't agreed to go out with him yet.“Shall we?” Daryl held his car's door open, inviting her inside.Well, what choice did Haley have?She was looki
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