"I'm sorry," Ivan apologized to Roxy.But Roxy couldn't accept it and howled like a madwoman, "Don't think I don't know that Yasmin asked you to come and break off the engagement! You've fallen in love with her, haven't you?" Roxy pointed at Yasmin as she scolded.Yasmin frowned slightly. And somehow, the atmosphere next to her seemed to become even colder. Yasmin felt as if something was squeezing her heart, and she didn't dare to turn to look at Blake."No. Me breaking off the engagement has nothing to do with Yasmin," Ivan replied."How can you call out her name so affectionately if there's really nothing between you two?" Roxy questioned Ivan. "You've never called my name so affectionately. Ivan, don't cover up for her anymore. She's seduced you, and now you've fallen for her, haven't you?"Ivan frowned.Roxy was furious. Then, she turned to scold Yasmin, saying, "Yasmin Starr! You've destroyed my engagement! I'm going to kill you!" Roxy's face distorted in anger as she p
Unexpectedly, Ivan's smile caught Blake's attention.Blake's cold eyes had a certain depth to them.Then, Ivan smiled at Blake, but his eyes were cold as well.After everything was settled, Ivan was about to leave. However, Roxy was unable to accept the outcome and ran after him, crying, "Ivan! I beg you to let me explain! Someone drugged me!"But Ivan glanced at her as if she were a stranger and pushed her hand away. Then, he smiled and said, "Sorry, Roxy, I can't marry you." With that, Ivan left. "Ivan…" Roxy sobbed, wanting to run after him.However, Yolanda didn't want her daughter to embarrass herself further. So, she held Roxy back and scolded, "Enough. Don't chase after him anymore. Haven't you embarrassed yourself enough?""But I love Ivan so much…"Yolanda's face was hard. "You wouldn't have done this if you really loved him. Great, now your father knows too. Let's see how you're going to explain this to him."Roxy suddenly shuddered when she heard what her mother
Yasmin recalled what had happened in Meulens. They had agreed to go to Nimbrovia together, but she'd stood Ivan up. Feeling bad about having done so, she said, "Okay."She didn't have anything to do after this anyway.So, Yasmin got into Ivan's car and left with him.…After talking to Arthur, Blake went downstairs where Malcolm was waiting for him."Where is she?" Blake asked."Mrs. Ford left with Mr. Burke," Malcolm said.Blake's face darkened. "Where did they go?""I think they said that they were going for dinner."Blake snorted. Ivan had just broken off his engagement, and now he was already meeting up with his wife.Now that Ivan wasn't engaged anymore and Yasmin was getting a divorce, Blake had no reason to object to Yasmin and Ivan getting together.Upon thinking of this, Blake's gaze darkened. He said gravely, "Get the car.""Mr. Ford, Ms. Fletcher called to inform you that she wants to visit her father's grave today. She asked if you wanted to go with her," Malco
When Yasmin heard Blake say "little sister", she decided that she'd had enough. So, she got up and left the table.At that, Blake's expression shifted. He then ran after her and caught hold of her hand, saying, "Yasmin, let's talk about this."But Yasmin lifted her head and looked at him apathetically."Yasmin!" Ivan was concerned and got up as well."I'm fine." Yasmin gave Ivan a reassuring look before turning to Blake. "Let's talk then."It would be a good chance for her to ask him about the divorce anyway.So, Yasmin and Blake walked out of the restaurant and entered Blake's car.Yasmin folded her hands in her lap and asked, "Have you told your family about our divorce?"Blake's expression darkened slightly. "Not yet."Yasmin nodded. "Tell them soon then. We'll go and file for the divorce after the New Year's holiday."Blake was silent for a moment before he gently asked, "Can we not divorce?""No.""Why do you insist on getting a divorce?" Blake's voice was low and em
That night, Blake was drinking some wine. The light from the laser lamp in the hall shone on his face and cast a shadow over him.After a while, Joel arrived. Then, he sat down next to Blake and patted his shoulder. "Why are you out here with us single folks on New Year's Day instead of at home with your wife?""She wants a divorce." Blake's words were slurred as he took a swig from the wine bottle. He said mockingly, "I'm going to be single again soon."Joel was shocked. "Why are you going to divorce again?""She said that being with me makes her feel depressed. She hates me and doesn't want to see me…" Blake drunkenly laughed and guzzled another mouthful of wine."Don't drink so much!" Joel took the wine bottle from Blake's hand. "Is it because of the rumors?"Blake looked at him. "What rumors?""The one with you and Elise—that time you saved her from the reporters during the fashion show."Blake was silent for a bit. Then, he suddenly turned and asked, "So, she wants a d
Blake was stunned. He frowned and said, "Elise? What are you doing here?""Yasmin hasn't been back in a while, and the household staff told me that you've been unhappy. I was worried about you, so I waited for you here." Elise stood up and reached out her hand to support Blake.However, Blake gently pushed her hand away. Then, he sat on the couch and said indifferently, "You didn't need to come over and wait for me. You're not well, so you should be resting at home.""I'm not afraid of pain." Elise put on a brave front and knelt on the floor. Then, she softly asked, "Blakey, why hasn't Yasmin been home? Doesn't she want you anymore?"Blake knitted his eyebrows but didn't say anything."Is it because of me?" Elise looked guilty. "If it's because of me, I'm willing to call Yasmin to come back for you. I'll do anything to make you happy."Blake was silent for a bit. Then, he looked at Elise and said, "I'm planning to send you to Merania for treatment next year. What do you think?"
Yasmin suddenly laughed.But Blake didn't understand why she was laughing. So, he asked, "Are you satisfied with how I've handled things?"Yasmin shook her head. Her clear face was calm and determined as she said, "I gave you ample chances before, but you didn't do anything. You only want to fix these problems after I've given up on you. But, Blake Ford, you're too late."This time, Yasmin was determined to divorce him.She had been hurt too many times, and she didn't dare to hope anymore.No one knew that she had been suffering for the past two weeks. She had been suffering from heartache every night, tossing and turning, unable to sleep. But she didn't tell anyone because she needed to deal with her own feelings. After all, letting someone go meant that she needed to learn how to be alone and independent.And now, she was slowly getting used to it. She was happy staying with her dad and didn't want to return to Oak Garden.Moreover, she didn't believe that Elise would be so
"Yasmin, you want to divorce Blake?" Arthur sounded astonished.When she heard this, Yasmin knew that Blake had finally told his family about the divorce. So, Annalise and the rest probably knew about it too.Yasmin said gently, "Grandpa, Blake and I aren't suited for each other. I think we should part ways and find our own happiness."Arthur frowned. "Is it because of that incident with Roxy two days ago? If it's because of that, I'll ask her to kneel and apologize to you…""No, it's not that." Yasmin graciously declined and said, "Grandpa, don't do that. We're not divorcing because of that.""Then is it because of Elise?" Arthur was aware of the news. But he couldn't do anything about Elise.After all, Elise's father was his son's most trusted and capable aide. Not to mention, Gerard Fletcher was the one who'd brought James' ashes back. The Ford family was indebted to the Fletcher family. So, Arthur could only turn a blind eye when things concerned Elise."It's not that eith