Chapter 16
“Jericho and I have come to the end of our road,” she said flatly. “The process is what really matters. Because… endings are always the same.”
The sorrow in her eyes was more than palpable.
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Jericho truly knew nothing about their marriage-nor did he understand what had happened between them. But from her words and expression, he could tell she intended to step aside, leaving Jericho free to be with another woman.
Sensing his silence, Romina planned to leave.
“It’s getting late. Mr. Bowman, get some rest. I’ll be out of your hair.”
She turned to leave.
But Joaquin called out, “Ms. Sandoval.”
“Yes?”
He handed her a business card. “Marriage among powerful families isn’t as simple as you imagine. Tough as it may be, getting a divorce is even harder. If you need help, let me know.” ·
She was stunned as her gaze fell upon the card.
After the divorce, she’d take half of Jericho’s assets. Of course, she knew what Joaquin was implying.
She was simply surprised to hear he’d help her.
Sensing her silence, he added, “My lawyer team is top of the field. You can come to me anytime you want.”
“Thank you, Mr. Bowman.”
After pondering for a few seconds, she reached out and took the card.
Then he offered, “It seems you haven’t fully recovered. Would you like my driver to give you a ride?”
“That won’t be necessary.” She glanced back at him, her charming eyes softening. “It’s easier to get a cab here than at the Bowman’s mansion. I’ll manage.”
Then she headed toward the door without waiting for his reply.
Fixing his gaze on her retreating figure, he curved his lips uncontrollably.
Chances were, she wouldn’t seek him out easily.
He knew this, but still gave her his card.
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Because… only a few could pique his interest.
As her footsteps faded into the distance, his phone on the desk rang.
He answered, and Erick’s voice came through. “Mr. Bowman, I just found out-all the top artisans say only Rosella can fix your quartz. But nobody’s heard from her in the past three years. It’s like she’s vanished into thin air.”
“Keep looking. Find her at all costs,” he said resolutely.
He walked to the floor-to-ceiling window again and gazed coldly at the night outside, his face reflected in the glass. The quartz carved with an orchid was the only keepsake his mother left behind. It had been broken accidentally, and he had had Erick searching for someone who could fix it ever since his return.
“Yes, Mr. Bowman,” Erick said.
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On his way to take Nadine home together with Kashton, Jericho received a call from Lenora.
She told him Hayden had flown into a rage after they left, wanting him to go back and calm Hayden down.
Jericho had always respected Hayden. Naturally, he agreed.
“But… Can Kash make it? He’s still weak,” Nadine, who had been waiting in the car, asked softly.
“I’m fine, Nadi. In fact, I’m feeling much better now.”
Nestling in her arms, Kashton smiled.
It was past 9:00 p.m. when they came back to the Bowman’s mansion.
Still furious, Hayden refused to come downstairs, so Lenora went up to talk him around. Meanwhile, the rest waited. on the sofa.
Feeling bored, Kashton looked around before fixing his gaze on Nadine. “Nadi, today was the first time visiting our home. I’m sorry for what happened. I hope you won’t think less of us.”
The smile on Nadine’s face faded a little. “Who would’ve thought the family reunion would end in such a mess?”
“No need to dwell on it. Both Kash and I know who did it. Besides, you weren’t responsible for ruining the dinner, so don’t feel guilty, alright?”
Though Jericho kept a straight face, his tone was exceptionally gentle.
Her eyes reddened as she nodded and instinctively leaned closer to him slightly.
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