Chapter 2 Play Hard to Get?
- Elisa's breath quickened.
- Then, Charli pressed a hand to her chest and said regretfully, "It seems this case is not meant for us. It is torture to see such a large sum of fee and not be able to accept it."
- Elisa played with her phone silently. It was hard to see what she was thinking.
- As they were conversing, two familiar figures entered the café, prompting Elisa's expression to darken instantly.
- The man wore a black suit with silver shirt cuffs gleaming as coldly as his heart.
- The woman beside him wore a white dress and seemed as delicate as a bird. Her name was Linda Benett.
- Elisa was annoyed. What a coincidence. We have just divorced, and he is now dating his mistress in the open.
- Charli glanced at Elisa and saw that her expression had soured. "Why are these two here?"
- Charli's voice was too loud and caught Gareth's attention, prompting him to turn around and saw them. His expression instantly turned fierce.
- What is it with this woman? She signed the divorce papers without care last night and even rejected the villa. Now, she has appeared within my sight again. Is she playing hard to get?
- Elisa met his gaze and turned away indifferently before dragging Charli to leave.
- However, a sickly sweet voice sounded near her. "Elisa, you're here too."
- As the voice sounded, Linda came to their side with a gentle smile. She looked at Elisa innocently as if she meant no harm.
- Elisa scoffed in her heart. Who would have known that this innocent and gentle-looking woman secretly sent me numerous intimate photos of her and Gareth this month?
- Elisa gave an insincere smile. "Linda, you're already discharged from the hospital? Wow, you can walk so soon even after being comatose for three years. It's a miracle!"
- The people nearby glanced at them curiously upon hearing Elisa.
- Linda seemed flustered for a moment but soon recovered her composure. She turned to Gareth and smiled sweetly. "The doctor said it is all thanks to Gareth's dedicated care these three years. It was his perseverance that woke me up and allowed me to recover faster."
- Elisa could not resist looking at Gareth and smirked. "How did I not know that my ex-husband is a medical genius? It's a pity he never studied medicine. The medical field has lost out on a genius!"
- The curious onlookers heard this and were curious to see the drama unfold. They exchanged glances and whispered amongst themselves.
- "Ex-husband? Does that mean the woman in the white dress is the mistress? Is she the wife's cousin?"
- "My goodness! That sounds messy!"
- "How dare she show off before the wife? What a shameless woman!"
- Gareth's expression darkened as he listened to the onlookers.
- Gareth yanked Linda into his arms, his grip firm and protective. Taking a step forward, he glared at Elisa, his voice a low, dangerous growl. “Elisa, haven’t you had enough of this shit? What’s your game now—acting like you don’t care? Let me make it clear: if you show up in front of me again, don’t fucking blame me for what happens next. You’ll regret it.”
- Elisa felt the heat of her anger rise, but she forced it back, a cold, sharp smirk pulling at her lips. “Oh? What are you gonna do to me, Mr. Wickam?” Her tone was biting, full of sarcasm, as she stepped closer. Without breaking eye contact, she raised a hand and slowly tapped a finger against his chest, the motion deliberate, mocking, and bold.
- Linda’s eyes flickered with calculated mischief, sensing the perfect moment. She stepped forward, her expression a picture of concern as she reached for Elisa’s hand, as if to stop her.
- Elisa’s face twisted in disdain as she yanked her hand back, her wrist flicking sharply like she was shaking off something disgusting.
- Linda staggered back theatrically, swaying like she’d been shoved, her movements exaggerated just enough to seem believable. She tilted precariously, looking like she might collapse at any moment.
- Gareth’s reflexes took over, and he caught Linda with ease, pulling her upright before she could fall. As soon as she was steady, his attention snapped back to Elisa. The way he looked at her wasn’t just anger—it was a warning.
- Linda's eyes gleamed delightedly as she saw Gareth threatening Elisa. Then, she looked at Gareth sadly and said, "Garry, don't be angry. It's probably a misunderstanding. I don't want both of you to fight over me."
- Elisa looked at Linda with derision. She never knew her cousin was such a good actress. Her innocent act disgusted Elisa.
- Before Gareth could speak, Elisa said, "My cousin has been yearning to be Mrs. Wickam for a long time. Why don't you marry her quickly so that she stops sending me disgusting messages?"
- Linda's expression changed upon hearing the word 'message'. She said quickly, "Elisa, I've explained to you many times. I don't wish to ruin your marriage. Gareth is only feeling guilty that I fell into a coma from saving him, so he wishes to make it up to me. There is nothing between us."
- Gareth looked at Elisa with disdain. "There's no use explaining to her. Let's go."
- However, Elisa stopped Gareth before he could leave with Linda. "Why don't we obtain our divorce order now? That way we each can marry whoever else we want and have nothing to do with each other."
- Linda clenched her hands for a moment.
- Gareth told me they have divorced. After all this, why has he still not gotten the divorce order?
- Suddenly, Linda's expression turned solemn. "Elisa, there is nothing between me and Gareth. If it makes you unhappy, I won't meet with him anymore."
- Then, she turned to Gareth and was on the verge of tears. "Garry, I'm sorry for causing a misunderstanding between you and Elisa, so I will leave now. You should coax her. Ladies like to be coaxed."
- Linda left right after saying that.
- Gareth glared at Elisa and said coldly, "I'm not free. My assistant will contact you, so get ready."
- Then, he ran after Linda.
- Charli stood stunned and felt indignant for Elisa. "Elisa, thank goodness you divorced him! This trash is unworthy of you."
- How can Iris bear such indignity?
- I couldn't get involved because it is her family matters. How I wish I can bash up that Linda!
- She is a devious b*tch!
- "Charli, did you say Gareth will have to compensate tens of billions if he loses this law suit?"
- Charli was still daydreaming about bashing up Linda and replied in confusion, "Yes, why?"
- Elisa glanced at the window calmly. "Charli, I need you to contact Will Darcey and get ready to start work."