NovelStartChapter 688 One afternoon, Renee called Eliza, hoping to swing by and check on Casper for a couple of their classmates. Eliza had initially thought about saying no, but she didn't want Renee and the others to feel awkward, so she agreed. When the doorbell rang, Renee hesitated for a moment. Eliza opened the door herself, greeting her with a warm smile, "Renee, glad you could make it." Renee lingered at the entrance, unsure. “Eliza, didn't you and Casper split up? How cyou're living together again?" She still hadn't pieced together the puzzle of Eliza and Casper's relationship. Eliza gently took her hand, guiding her inside, "Renee, we've remarried. We didn't get the chance to tell everyone at the gathering the other day, sorry about that." "Remarried?" Renee echoed, a bit taken aback. She vaguely recalled meeting Eliza in the hospital years ago, battered and bruised, and had advised her to leave Casper back then. After that, her own life had spiraled, and she'd lost touch with Eliza.
"He's changed a lot, and over the years, we've managed to clear up most of our misunderstandings, so... we thought we'd give it another shot," Eliza explained, choosing her words carefully. It was a personal matter, and going into detail would take all day.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtRenee nodded slightly, not pressing further. Casper was sitting in the living room. Although they had met a few times in the past, Renee's visit had a hint of apology, making her feel a bit tense.
"Mr. Casper, how's your head doing?" she asked politely, handing over a small gift. "I'm really sorry about my classmates. They didn't know who you were and acted rashly. Please don't hold it against them." Casper nodded in acknowledgment. Renee felt a bit awkward, unsure of what to say next. Talking about compensation seemed unnecessary, as they clearly didn't lack money. And apologizing felt hollow since the culprits weren't there. She was banking on Eliza's influence to smooth things over.
A servant brought in coffee, which Eliza passed to Renee. "He's doing fine, just a mild concussion. He's been resting up these past few days, so no need to worry," Eliza reassured her.
"As for the medical bills..." Renee hesitated, "...I know you're not short on money, but..." "If you know we're not short on money, let's not bring it up," Eliza cut her off with a smile.
Having given enough courtesy, Casper decided to excuse himself, allowing the women sprivate time. "I have swork to attend to, Miss Renee, if you'll excuse me." "Mr. Casper, please, go ahead," Renee replied, feeling more relaxed once he left.
As they chatted, the conversation drifted into gossip. "Did you hear about Kailee's husband? He was supposed to get transferred to the capital but now it's been derailed. They're sending him to Crescent Creek instead, which is a step down. Must've upset someone important. Guess we won't have to deal with their bragging anymore." Eliza raised her eyebrows. "Really? That's news to me." But with Kailee's personality, it wasn't shocking. Her husband's downfall was bound to happen sooner or later. The Righer they climb, the harder they fall.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"She needs to learn shumility," Eliza remarked.
"Those who are spoiled often think they're untouchable. You're in a good in now appreciate it," Renee place advised, though she couldn't help but reflect on her own messy situation. Before Daniel cheated, she had genuinely believed that even if every man on earth strayed, he'd be the exception. Looking back, it felt like a cruel joke.
Seeing Renee's somber expression, Eliza felt a pang of sympathy. "Has he really decided to leave?"
"The divorce papers have been sent my way a few times now. Each claim the property division is me, I fair and ask for a revision, but the truth is..." she chuckled bitterly, "...I just don't want to let go of this marriage."
"In marriages, if a woman mentions divorce, it usually doesn't happen. Butif a man does, it's pretty much over," NO Eliza observed, knowing Renee understood her predicament all too well.
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