Unrepairable Love
Chapter 18
Elizabeth clutched the documents, waiting for Alexander at the City Clerk Office
She remembered three years ago when they registered their marriage. It poured in Lisbon.
Alexander said he was busy and would be late.
stood alone at the City Clerk Office entrance, watching
Elizabeth watched laughing couples come and go, feeling a pang in her heart.
If someone really loved you, not even a downpour would stop them
He just didn’t love her and didn’t want to marry her.
staff were about to leave. Finally, Alexander showed up.
showing up, especially on a day as big as getting married.
Elizabeth, bored out of her mind, started spinning in circles. She glanced at the clock. It was 9 AM.
She looked, but still no sign of Alexander.
Ten minutes later, still no Alexander.
spatient, Elizabeth pulled out her phone, ready to call him. Just then, her phone rang. It was Lily.
skipped a beat. Did Lily find out about the divorce?
Lily’s health was fragile; she couldn’t handle that kind of news.
Elizabeth felt a wave of worry. She hesitated, then cautiously answered.
“Hello, Elizabeth?
“Grandma Elizabeth replied, trying to sound cheerful.
for you and
Lily chuckled softly. Im on my way to the villa. I made some delicious desserts this morning, and I’m bringing them for Alexander to try! I should be there in about fifteen minutes!”
Elizabeth’s face fell. Lily was coming to the villa?
“Grandma, I didn 1-
“I went to buy the ingredients at the this morning and spent over four hours making them! Elizabeth, you’ll love them. Once you’re happy. you and Alexander can have a child, and our family will have four generations under one roof!”
Lily kept talking, and Elizabeth couldn’t get a word in.
“Alright, I’m hanging up. Talking on the phone isn’t cutting it. We’ll chat when we meet.” Lily ended the call
Elizabeth felt lost, her mouth slightly open.
be scrolled through her contacts to Alexanders number,
his car pulled up.
The window rolled down, and Alexander, looking annoyed, asked, “Who were you talking to? Your line was busy
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Elizabeth leaned down, meeting his eyes. “Your grandmother.”
Alexander went silent.
He didn’t get out. He’d also gotten a call from Lily about her visit to the villa.
Usually, he and Elizabeth didn’t live together. He only came back when Lily dropped by unexpectedly.
Today was just a coincidence.
Alexander pressed his lip together, brows furrowed. Tither Tell Grandma about our divorce and don’t go back, or keep it a secret for now
Your call”
Elizabeth shot back, “Alexander, you’re really good at dodging responsibility. You want me to decide now? If something happens to her,
whose fault will it be?”
Alexander raised an evebrow. In all their years of marriage, he’d rarely seen Elizabeth so blunt.
that they were divorcing, her true self was coming out.
– three years, it must’ve been tough for her to play the good wife.
“Get in the cat.” They d deal with Lily
first.
“Since we’re here, why not get the divorce done? It only take a few minutes,” Elizabeth said, eyeing the City Clerk Office.
Alexander stared at her, his expression unreadable.
With no response from him, Elizabeth sighed and got into the car.
That’s when Alexander noticed her outfit–she was dressed up, even wearing perfume. The light scent of orange blossom lingered.
The car sped off, kicking up dust..
Elizabeth gazed out the window, feeling down that they hadn’t finalized the divorce.
that
Silence filled the car. At a red light, Alexander asked, “Are you eager to divorce me?”
Elizabeth, arms crossed, looked away, annoyed. I’m upset because we didn’t get divorced.”
Alexander laughed, unexpectedly.
Elizabeth glanced at him. It was a genuine smile. She hadn’t seen him smite like that in ages especially not at her.
“You should be happier, right? Elizabeth raised an eyebrow, a hint of a smile playing on her lips.
Alexander pressed his lips together, staying silent.
Was be happy? He wasn’t sure. But that morning, thinking about the City Clerk Office, he felt a bit off.
Then Lily called, and he felt oddly relieved.
Seeing him quiet, Elizabeth teased, “So, I m finally leaving. You can my your true love now. Did you stay up all night excited?”
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Alexander glanced at her. Elizabeth’s eyes s
i sparkled with mischief, and she looked stunning.
He chuckled, “Yep.”
Elizabeth felt a bit relieved heating that.
When they arrived, Lily was already there, standing at the door with Nolan holding an umbrella for her.
Elizabeth and Alexander got out of the car together.
Lily’s eyes scanned then her presence commanding. “Where have you two been?”
Elizabeth and Alexander exchanged a look.
Just as Elizabeth was about to make up an excuse, Lily’s voice turned icy, “I heard you two are getting divorced. Is it true?”
“Grandma, who told you that?” Alexander laughed, walking over to support Lily’s arm. “It’s hot out here. Let’s talk inside.”
Lily pushed Alexander away, her brows knitted, looking stern. “Don’t go inside yet! Elizabeth, you tell me!”
Elizabeth had never lied to her, so Lily only trusted Elizabeth!
Alexander looked at Elizabeth, his brows furrowed, a flash of distrust in his eyes.
Elizabeth met his gaze, sensing his worry, and felt helpless.
He was scared she’d say they were really getting divorced. If she did, Lily would definitely back her up. If Lily knew they were getting divorced, the chances of it actually happening would be slim.
Lily, clearly annoyed, snapped, “Elizabeth, talk to me. Ignore him!”
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