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19. Leaving
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Too Late, Ex-husband 20. His Legal Wife
Clyde!Violet froze.Her fear had come true.Clyde was here.No. She was imagining his voice, right?Who was she kidding?Even his footsteps were prominent as he approached from behind.Violet dreaded to turn around.She dreaded to come face to face with the man.“Yay! Daddy's here!” But Mimi jumped down from her arms, scurrying towards the man and reaching her arms up to him.Clyde picked her up, staring straight at Violet. His sharp gaze pierced through her, tensing up her nerves.The look in his eyes…Violet didn't like it.It brought more dread to her heart.She couldn't imagine what was happening.She didn't like what was about to happen.“Clyde Crawford, I didn't know you were still around. Mimi told me everything. So you were busy saving her.” Asher gave him a friendly pat on the shoulder.He loosened up, his once serious face holding a carefree smile. “Let me thank you again-”“It's my responsibility,” Clyde replied flatly. “Daddy's right, Uncle Ash.” Mimi bobbed her head.
Last Updated : 2025-01-17Too Late, Ex-husband 21. The End of Their Relationship
Violet froze in her tracks, hearing his words.His legal wife?The words resounded in her mind, echoing in her ears.He was lying!They were already divorced!Didn't he sign the divorce papers?Violet was sure she'd sent the divorce papers through his driver.She was a hundred percent sure that the driver delivered her message.Asher also turned around, facing Clyde. One couldn't tell the expression on his face, but he suddenly laughed, shaking his head. “Well, now that's an expensive prank.”“It's not a joke.” Clyde maintained his stern gaze. “If you don't believe me, ask Violet.”That she was his legal wife?No way!Violet was no longer his wife. It had been five years… they were no longer a couple.“Let's go, Asher.” She took Asher's hand, turning around to walk away,However, Asher didn't budge.He stared at her, his expression still unreadable.While Violet stared back, pleading with her eyes.She couldn't answer the question Clyde told him to ask her.She didn't know what Cly
Last Updated : 2025-01-17Too Late, Ex-husband 22. Break Off The Engagement
…So much information to digest.So little time to process them.Who exactly was Violet?What was she to Clyde Crawford?Asher didn't want to believe it… he didn't want to think about it.The things Clyde told him just now must be an expensive joke. Both he and Violet must be pulling his legs. How could Clyde be Mimi's biological father?How could he be legally married to Violet?How the hell did it all happen?“Ash, are you in there?” A soft knock from the door brought him back to the present.Asher composed himself, loosening his tie and striding towards the door. When he held it open, his mother stood in the hallway with worry etched over her expression. “What took you so long to open it, Son?”“Sorry, Mum.” He sighed. “I was doing… something else.”He glanced across the room, avoiding her eyes. However, he couldn't bypass his mother's scrutiny.The woman must have already sensed something, otherwise, she wouldn't have followed him to his room.“Come, let's talk!” She entered a
Last Updated : 2025-01-17Too Late, Ex-husband 23. The Evidence
~His eyes must be deceiving him.Clyde couldn't believe what he was witnessing. What the hell was Asher Sydney about to do with his wife?Seemed like his nightmare was becoming true.He couldn't catch a wink of sleep and couldn't control himself from coming here… only to see this!?They'd got to be kidding. Violet's eyes widened with shock, the same flabbergasted expression whenever she set eyes on him.And so did Asher who looked like a thief caught red-handed. “Why don't you continue?” Stopping in front of them, Clyde folded his hands. “Then see if I don't break you to pieces.”Asher shifted from her and rose to his feet, giving him a helpless look. “Clyde, we're not enemies.“You forgot the surname,” Clyde grumbled. After his statement, Asher's face hardened with tension.It appeared the fool was gonna claim ownership of what didn't belong to him. “Clyde, listen. Let's not make a big deal out of this. You and Violet are already divorced, so-”“Who told you I signed the divorc
Last Updated : 2025-01-17Too Late, Ex-husband 24. Went To See Him
…Violet stomped back to the Villa, her shoes digging into the sand, dragging her movement. She didn't like the mischievous look on Clyde's face. That heartless man was definitely up to something.Only God knew how much courage she'd summoned to confront him. She wasn't surprised by the shocked look on his face. She was just wary of the subtle smile that formed on his lips when she stated that request.Clyde was now her enemy.He insisted that she followed him.He insisted that she was still his wife. Wasn't he going to blow her cover?How was she gonna face her family when the news got out?What would be their reaction?Indeed, she wasn't going to like the outcome. Violet had a strong feeling about that.And the last thing she wanted was to offend her family again, putting an end to their peace once more. “Violet, where did you go?” Freya’s voice called out from a distance. She stood in front of the large doors of the Villa, waving her hands. “You're up this early. What's up?”T
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Violet couldn't look away despite wanting to. Staring into Asher's expressionless eyes, if only she could get any reaction from him. She went to see Clyde without Asher’s permission. She'd planned to tell him first, but Asher seemed to be avoiding her after the incident last night.Was he mad at her?Why didn't his expression reveal that?What exactly was he thinking at the moment? Above all, Asher's impassive state scared her the most. Violet couldn't convince herself that he was okay with all that was happening. She gulped, struggling to control her heartbeat.Yet, suddenly, Asher held her hand, stroking her palm gently. At that moment, all of Violet's fears and anxiety washed away, leaving in its wake a calm and peaceful mind.Asher’s reassuring gesture only meant one thing.Thank goodness he wasn't mad at her. Violet looked away as the place sank into silence. Something else had caught Mimi's attention outside and she had her eyes glued there. After the long tiring ride,
Last Updated : 2025-01-17Too Late, Ex-husband 26. Not Backing Down
Violet looked down, her eyes fixed on the ring on her finger.Her heartbeat slowed down, her mind filled with confusion as well as anticipation.Was Asher just going to ignore the fact that Clyde said they were married? Wasn't that what she wanted?However, living in the same home as him. Was that the right thing to do? “What do you think?” His gentle words floated into her ears, straight to her anxious heart. “Will you live with me from now on?”Violet sighed, contemplations clouding her mind. Why not?They were now engaged.It was only logical. Nodding slowly, she looked up and met his gaze. “Why not?” Violet forced a smile and shrugged. “We'll soon get married, won't we?”The gloom and insecurities in his eyes were replaced by a bright glimmer. His hearty chuckles echoed in the living room and he pulled her into a hug. “I was almost afraid you wouldn't agree.”And for a moment there, Violet thought about saying no.But why would she? It didn't make sense, right?Asher was al
Last Updated : 2025-01-18Too Late, Ex-husband 27. Game On
Asher shoved a hand in his pocket, discomfort spreading across his face. Pressing his lips into a thin line, he seemed to be struggling with a reply.Violet walked in on them in that awkward position, with Mimi giving him an incredulous look. “You aren't gonna back out of your promise, are you?” She asked. “Uncle Ash, Daddy must be waiting for us.”Violet shook her head, helpless. She stepped onto the balcony and squatted behind Mimi, turning her to face her. “Come on, Baby… do you want your Daddy to see us like this?”A tiny frown appeared on Mimi's face. She pursed her lips, not quite understanding her mother's statement. “What do you mean, Mummy? Of course, Daddy would love to see us.”But Violet sighed. Hopefully, her tactics would work on her. Mimi got smarter each day, and she was afraid the girl was going to see through her lies. “Your knee is bruised due to Mummy's carelessness. Your Daddy will definitely scold me when we meet. Why don't we wait until your wound heals f
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Too Late, Ex-husband 116. Indulge
…At Crawford Villa. It was still dark. If only morning could come fast.For she couldn't catch a wink of sleep.Cherish their love…Forever?Clyde's statement still resounded in her mind.She didn't know why she was losing sleep over this. She couldn't tell where this feeling of guilt was coming from. She'd planned to leave him eventually. She never planned to forgive and forget.He must have his own reasons for feeding her those birth control pills.Her feelings for him must have resurfaced, getting even stronger than before, but she had an obligation.A promise to fulfill.Asher was still waiting for her.“Violet…”In the dead night, his voice jolted her. Thinking he was deeply asleep, she glanced sideways to find him staring at her. “What's wrong?” Clyde reached out and stroked her hair. “What are you thinking about?”Should she tell him the truth?Should she lie to him?However, the idea of telling him what was really on her mind scared her.Not only because she feared the o
Too Late, Ex-husband 115. The Biggest Fool
Hesitating at the door, a part of his mind told him not to step inside.She might yell at him, lunge at him, hit him, or even do something worse.A few moments ago when she revealed that furious side of her, he'd almost thought she was a different girl, totally different from the docile and affectionate woman he knew.“Ash, I'm so sorry!” Yet, she surprised him by apologizing first.Standing from the couch, she rushed into his arms and hugged him tight, sobbing slightly. “I'm sorry for misunderstanding. I- I didn't know she was your friend… I- I thought… I thought she might snatch you from me!”She choked on her sobs, burying her face in his chest as if ashamed to face him. What did he do to deserve this?How would she react when she found out this was all a play?Asher’s heart tightened, a foreboding heaviness settling on his chest. He wanted to hug her back, but his hands hung mid-air.No!This is getting out of hand.Could he carry on?Shouldn't be tell her the truth right now?W
Too Late, Ex-husband 114. Deceived Her
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Too Late, Ex-husband 113. Seeing Another Woman
…That Evening.Without a sense of direction, Asher drove down the city. He'd been driving for a long time and the sky was turning dark. Yet, he couldn't stop, the turmoil inside his heart increasing. Without any sense of direction, he could be anywhere else but that hotel. He couldn't go back there and share the same suite with her. He couldn't repeat the same mistake he made the night before. Till now, his mind wasn't at ease. For a long time, he'd preserved himself, vowing that he'd never touch a woman who wasn't his wife. He'd broken that vow, his biggest regret. Now he had to live with the guilt and the feelings of hate. The fact that he reminisced about that moment last night and still longed to touch her made him more disgusted with himself. His phone rang beside him. Asher let go of the steering wheel and picked it up. Seeing his assistant’s name on the screen, he hesitated. “What's up?”“Are you on your way back, Mr. Sydney?” James sounded worried. “I'm sure the bu
Too Late, Ex-husband 112. Cherish Their Love
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Too Late, Ex-husband 111. See To His Downfall
Violet shuddered from his grandfather's tone. Because she sat very close to him, her ears caught each of his grandfather's words. Turning around to see the man's expression, a strange tremor ran down her nerves. But Clyde's expression was as pale as hers should have been by now. He looked speechless, his eyes widening. “Uhm, Grandpa. I'll come-”For the first time, she saw him stammer. And the old man didn't let him finish his words before shouting,“Well, get down here and explain yourself! Because right now, this old man is having heart pains!”Then his grandfather hung up. Clyde sprang to his feet, almost making her fall in the process. And he looked disoriented as he hurried out of the study room. “Where's Daddy going? Was it Greatgrandpa who called?” Mimi asked, hugging the new school bag to her chest. “I miss Greatgrandpa, Mummy. Can I go with Daddy?”Violet shook her head. “No, Baby. I'm not sure where he's going. Ava will help you wash up. After you've rested, how about
Too Late, Ex-husband 110. Killed His Sister
…Clyde stared at the phone in his hand, his blood boiling inside. He watched the several missed calls but made no attempt to answer them. Hadn't he restricted that contact before?It appeared Violet had unblocked the guy. Why the hell was he calling his wife!?“Clyde, have you seen my phone?” Violet entered the study room and he quickly hid the phone in his pocket. Clyde shook his head. “Have you checked Mimi's room?”“I did. It's not there.” She sighed frustratedly. “I- I need to check on the Cops. I must find Freya.”She barely slept last night all due to worrying about her friend. Honestly, she didn't need to call the Cops.Clyde already had a feeling about who took her friend away. “Relax, we'll find her.”“That's what you've been telling me.” She gave him a tired look. “Clyde Crawford, at least use your influence and help me find my friend.”Clyde would have long used his influence if he'd wanted to.However, the situation was out of his hands. The only person who could e
Too Late, Ex-husband 109. Always Wait for Him
…At Twilight Hotel. The atmosphere was intense, the tension inside the room unmatched by any other. Maybe he was the only person feeling the tension. Asher couldn't believe it.He was definitely going to regret this forever. How was he gonna explain this to her when she came back to her senses… when she finally regained her memories and discovered the truth? “You're so quiet.” Her voice floated into his ears, her sighs of contentment echoing in the silent room.The serene atmosphere was nothing compared to the turmoil inside his heart. Her peaceful appearance and her relaxed muscles as she lay on his chest contrasted with his tense ones. “Honey…” She murmured. “Whoever that lady is, she's dangerous. Please you have to avenge me. What would have happened to me if you weren't there last night?”Asher didn't know the lady she was speaking about.Unfortunately, his assistant’s search turned out futile.The lady's back was facing the surveillance camera while she gave her the wine.
