Chapter: 723
He was following his grandmother’s advice.
“Thank you, Mr. Hughes,” Eleanor responded, relief washing over her Brian had conceded.
She’d successfully made the first move.
But…
Recalling Rosalynn’s words, Eleanor queried, “Mr. Hughes, are you already married?”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtUpon hearing this, Brian, who had been about to exit, paused.
“How did you come to know?”
So it was true!
Eleanor was taken aback. “Rosalynn came to me and claimed that she was your wife.”
Had Rosalynn sought out Eleanor?
Brian turned his gaze onto Eleanor. “What did she say to you?”
Picturing Rosalynn’s icy demeanor and haughty airs, Eleanor replied, “She chastised me, saying I was
acting out of line and that I was nothing more than your mistress. She even said that I would never be
your wife!”
What audacity!
Was she certain he’d be willing to remain by her side?
A shadow fell upon Brian’s striking countenance. He glanced at Eleanor.
“As my wife, she’s correct. You should remember your place and avoid crossing her path.”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“Mr. Hughes, are you not planning to divorce Rosalynn?” Eleanor queried.
“Indeed, I have no intention of divorcing her. Knowing this, do you still wish to bring this child into the
world?” Brian retorted, a smirk playing on his Lips.
Eleanor’s heart plummeted. Her hand came to rest on her belly. “As I’ve said before, I want to keep the
baby.”
Brian held her gaze for several silent moments before abruptly turning on his heel and striding away.
As the door closed behind him, Eleanor’s fingers clenched tightly.
So, Rosalynn truly was Brian’s wife.