Chapter 422

Alexander shook his head, popped open the car door, and motioned for Elizabeth to hop in first. Elizabeth didn’t waste any time. She slid into the car without a word. Alexander hit the gas, speeding down the road.

At the Percy Estate entrance, Elizabeth stepped out. She bent down, and Alexander stayed put. Alexander gave her a look, waiting for her to spill whatever was on her mind. Elizabeth opened her mouth, hesitated, then finally said, “If you’re swamped, we can push it to the day after tomorrow.”

Alexander’s brows knitted together. He thought she had something big to say, but in the end, it was just about the divorce. Alexander grunted in response, and the car zoomed off.

Elizabeth watched his car disappear, her face a mix of emotions. She sighed softly and looked down. Turning around, she spotted Grant standing nearby. Elizabeth beamed and ran over to hug him. “Grandpa.”

Grant snorted, “I saw who dropped you off!”

“We just bumped into each other at the restaurant, and he insisted on giving me a lift. Couldn’t say no,” Elizabeth shrugged. “What can I say? I’m a catch!”

Grant chuckled. Elizabeth asked, “What brings you here, Grandpa?”

“Your grandma’s not back yet, and I’m worried,” Grant crossed his arms, looking annoyed. Elizabeth checked her phone; it was past eight. Celine should’ve been back by now.

Just as Elizabeth put her phone away, a black car pulled up at the entrance. Someone got out and opened the door for Celine. Celine nodded slightly, and the person left respectfully.

“Grandma’s back!” Elizabeth said and headed inside. Because once Celine was back, Grant’s eyes were glued to her.

Elizabeth glanced back and saw Grant helping Celine with her coat, talking to her softly. Elizabeth curled her lips, feeling a twinge of envy. She once thought she and Alexander could be like that—growing old together, as long as she tried hard enough and was sweet and obedient enough. But it was all just her wishful thinking. There was never a place for her in Alexander’s world; he never wanted her in his heart.

Elizabeth looked up, feeling a pang of bitterness. She pushed open the bedroom door. The emptiness of the room reminded her even more of those lonely years in the villa. Alexander had completely abandoned her. She was so foolish. She really didn’t know what she saw in Alexander, liking him for so many years.

But Elizabeth didn’t regret her efforts for Alexander. After all, love was something you had to fight for; if you didn’t, you’d regret it forever. Elizabeth had woken up, though it cost her a lot! But there was no choice; her one-sided love meant she had to deal with the fallout.

Elizabeth lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling, when she suddenly got a text from Alexander.

Alexander: [I’ll keep my promise.]

Elizabeth was silent for a few seconds, then replied: [Okay.]

Alexander would keep his promise. Her three years were finally over.

The next morning, Elizabeth hadn’t slept well the night before. She found a photo on her phone from three years ago when she and Alexander got their marriage certificate. The excitement felt that day was unforgettable.

Elizabeth went downstairs, greeted Declan and Rose as she passed, and then headed out. Rose knew what Elizabeth was up to and didn’t say anything since Elizabeth seemed calm. Elizabeth got into a black car.