Chapter 13 Claudine couldn't see her face , but her silhouette alone was enough to suggest uncommon grace . The woman said something to Damian , and he turned to look at her , the gentleness in his eyes the privilege Claudine had never been granted . As usual , Damian held Darlene in his arms . When they came over , Claudine instinctively lowered her head , not wanting them to see her . To her relief , they didn't stop in the main dining area . The restaurant manager soon ushered them into a private room . She fixed her gaze on their retreating figures uncontrollably . Holding Darlene with one arm , Damian wrapped his other arm around the woman's slender waist . Anyone who saw them would believe they were a sweet family of three . Five years as Damian's wife , she had never shared such intimate moments with him . Even Darlene liked the woman very much . She thought , " Is the woman some family - arranged match for him ? " Right after I mentioned the divorce to Brandie today , here he is , dining with his match . " But then again , why should I be surprised ? After all , I married him shortly after his divorce back then . " It seems he's quite pleased with his blind date . " I guess it means the divorce will be finalized soon . " It's a good thing . The sooner everything's settled , the better I can concentrate on preparing for the Ph.D. exams . " The food suddenly lost all its appeal . She grabbed her things and left the restaurant . She inevitably got caught in the rain on the way back . After returning home , she had some tea , took a bath , and went to bed early . Waking up the next morning , she found she had caught a cold after all . She had become noticeably weaker after the abortion . The pills didn't help with her headache . But she had to go to the auction house today for an interview , and nothing could go wrong . 0.0 % 03:51 Chapter 13 288 Vouchers Though she had established her reputation at the auction that night , she knew - working with an auction house was a must if she wanted to stay in this business . She was meeting with Rachelle Walton , a partner at Astoria Auctioneers . The meeting was set at the gallery that Rachelle operated . Claudine arrived early . Soon , Rachelle showed up . " Hello , Ms. Walton , " Claudine greeted her with a smile . Rachelle started her career as an auction broker . Years of experience had established her as one of the auction world's most respected veterans . During her graduate studies , Claudine had worked with Rachelle . It was just that they had lost touch after her mar- riage . In a sleek white business attire and a pair of red - soled heels , Rachelle walked toward Claudine . " What is it ? Now that you're a rich man's wife , you address me as ' Ms. Walton ' ? What happened to ' Rach " ? " Claudine had been worried that Rachelle might treat her coldly . To her surprise , Rachelle was as friendly as always . She stepped forward and said , " Rach . " " That's more like it . " Rachelle pulled her into the gallery . " I took the first flight back when I heard you wanted to work together . Claudine , you'd better not be lying to me , or I swear I'm gonna keep you locked up here if necessary . " Hearing this , Claudine was finally relieved . She said seriously , " Rach , thanks for giving me a chance . " Rachelle waved her hand . " I'm all for profits . Of course , I'll work with anyone who brings me money . Besides , I saw the auction the other day . Gee , Claudine - you're as good as always . " Claudine smiled , saying nothing . Rachelle continued , seeming curious , " But your husband hated you working , right ? What happened ? " Rachelle knew Claudine had quit work to get married , but she had no idea who the husband was . After all , there had been no announcement , no wedding , no celebration - all Claudine had was a marriage certificate . Other than the two families , almost no one knew Claudine was Damian's wife . Claudine said softly , " I'm getting a divorce . " 47.3 %