Chapter 2 " Grab the cash now , and tomorrow swing by the office with something nice to apologize to Sloane . End of discussion , " Declan said flatly . After that , he dumped the money on the table and walked out without a backward glance . Watching him leave , something clicked for me . The man who used to bust his ass fighting for justice , the guy I'd once looked up to for his principles , had already rotted straight through to his core . And this marriage ? It was done . The next day , I drew up the divorce papers and headed to his law firm . The second I stepped into his office , I froze in place . There he was , the same guy who couldn't stand a single speck of dirt anywhere , down on one knee , gently rubbing Sloane's foot . His eyes were filled with a tenderness I'd never seen him show before . When Sloane spotted me , she immediately switched on her innocent routine . ' Thea , don't misunderstanding , " she stammered , yanking her foot back . " I ... I twisted my ankle , and Declan was just helping me out . That's all it is . " She then tugged at his sleeve , putting on a panicked act . " Declan , say something ! I can't afford to lose ny job over this ! " But Declan patted her back affectionately , his voice soft as butter . " Relax . She's just here to pologize . " Then his tone went ice - cold as he looked at me with obvious disgust . " I told you to bring something is a peace offering . Why'd you show up empty - handed? You're not some kid anymore . Don't you even know how to apologize the right way ? " I didn't waste my breath arguing . Instead , I pulled the divorce papers from my bag , dropped them on his desk , and said coldly , " Sign it . We're done . " He blinked , clearly blindsided , then his face went dark . 13:01 Congratulations Darling You Just Won The Case Against Your Dead Mom 8.3 % Dreams - Read mance Stories Chapter 2 " What kind of game are you playing now ? " he snapped . " You know damn well my mom only ever gave you her blessing as a daughter in law . She'd never agree to a divorce . Are you pulling this stunt just to get her on my case again ? " So he still remembered his mother existed . I let out a bitter laugh and said quietly , " Your mother's not going to chew you out anymore . " His expression shifted . " What the hell's that supposed to mean ? " " Go home , " I said steadily . " You'll figure it out yourself . " He glared at me impatiently . " Quit talking in circles . It's your mom who croaked , not mine . How long are you planning to keep this charade going ? You're embarrassing me in front of everyone . Just get out . Now ! " Right then , Sloane , who'd been soaking up the drama , suddenly wiped away fake tears and sniffled pitifully . ' Thea , I know I bought my driver's license and my driving's absolute garbage , " she said , her voice rembling , " but that accident really wasn't my fault ! You're only filing for divorce now to pressure Declan into sending me to prison , aren't you ? " She looked so fragile and wronged that anyone who didn't know the real story might've bought it . And that definitely included Declan . He pulled her into his arms protectively and cooed , " Sloane , don't cry . As long as I'm around , you're never going to prison . " Then he turned on me , fury blazing in his eyes . " Thea , Sloane's just a young girl . Do you really need o treat her like this ? You think waving a divorce agreement around is going to make me stop defending her ? Dream on ! Your mother's death wasn't her own damn fault . You're not getting a ingle penny in compensation , and if you dare lay a finger on Sloane , you can expect hell to rain down on you ! " Looking at him , the man who once swore to stand up for truth and justice , now shielding the woman who'd killed his own mother , I felt a deep , hollow sadness wash over me . But forget it . If that's the kind of son he wanted to be , what right did I have to butt in ? I took a deep breath and said slowly , each word clear and firm , " This marriage is finished . " 13:02 Congratulations Darling You Just Won The Case Against Your Dead Mom 11.1 Chapter 2 Declan's face contorted with rage . He grabbed the divorce papers , ripped them to shreds , and flung the pieces into the air . 13:02 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!