Chapter 488 +25 BONUS Debra and Juan were to maintain the facade of a happy couple in public.
Post-divorce, neither could have any lingering claims. She was explicitly forbidden. from tamishing the Nichols family's name. And to keep up appearances, neither party could remarry within a year. She couldn't help but laugh. "Juan, this is absurd." "I've already signed," Juan stated, his voice as unyielding as stone. "These are my conditions. Meet them, and you'll receive a ten-billion-dollar settlement." Debra knew Juan's resolve was set in stone. This was the biggest compromise he could make.
"And what about Shelia? Today's supposed to be your engagement announcement." I never said today was about an engagement." Realization dawned on her like a harsh light. Juan wasn't planning to announce his engagement to Shelia. He was staging a reconciliation with her instead. Her brows furrowed. "What's your endgame, Juan?" "That's not your concern. Leave it or take it." Debra stared at the agreement, the weight of her decision heavy on her shoulders. Finally, she picked up the pen. "Fine, I'll sign." Even if it was all for a show, the divorce was real. As she stood up, Juan glanced at the signed document.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"I'll have the contract ready after the legal formalities in a few days," he said.
"Understood," Debra replied, turning to leave.
Juan's voice stopped her in her tracks. "How do you plan to explain this to Marion?" "He'll understand," she replied, turning back.
She just wanted vorce. The rest was just smoke and mirrors.
As Debra exited, Joe entered, his confusion evident.
"Sir, Ms. Frazier..." Chapter 4 +25 BONUS "Mrs.
Nichols, Juan corrected, handing him the agreement. "Get the process started.
Joe scanned the terms, his eyes widening. "Sir, why would you..." Juan removed his glass, saying, "Get ready. We're going to the front hall."
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmIn the grand hall, the air buzzed with anticipation. Declan wore.
Declan wore a smug smile, eager for the main event.
Suddenly, the atmosphere shifted as Edgar strode in, uninvited and m de in, uninvite е upwelcome. Edgar's history with Jade was no secret, and his presence promised .
"Sir, Oscar is here," Chace murmured.
Edgar's gaze hardened at the sight of Oscar, but he had more pressing matters. He made a beeline for Declan. "Congratulations, Declan. || X