Chapter 40 Try A Different Approach Handled to the hospital and got an appointment with Ivan. After waiting in line for a long time, it was finally my tum Ivan glanced at me and pointed to a nearby chair “sit for a while. ” “Oh, okay. ” Lobediently sat down while tvan called in the next patient. Ivan was serious at work. He wore a pair of gold–rimmed glasses, looking very intellectual Listening to him talk with the parlent, I became more convinced that a man like him didn’t need to compete with Rowan for Ashley. He deserved a better woman. why should he be caught up in such a mess? now After about ten minutes, Ivan told me, “You can go now I didn’t ask questions and just left. Then, I called Lee. Half an hour later, he came to pick me up from the hospital. Once I got in the car, he asked, “Mrs. Payne, are you feeling unwell!” “My heart feels off,” I replied casually. “Did you get it checked?” Lee asked again. “Probably just didn’t rest well,” I said, evading the question. Lee nodded. Payne, you should take care and best more. ” height was around 130 pounds. Even if I was a bit under, I really did need to rest. Otherwise, the few pounds I gained might be lost again. My ideal weight for my height was should be over 100 pounds. Right now, I was only 90 pounds. 1 sighed deeply, thinking that being underweight either meant had a flat chest or I was short When I returned to Wandwill Estate, the first thing I did was ask Ella to make lunch. She looked a bit odd and quietly said, “Mrs. Payne, Mr. Payne is upstairs “When did he come back?” 1 asked, surprised. “He came back last night and asked why you weren’t home. He didn’t seem in a good mood,” Ella replied. “Olay, I got it,” I waved her off and headed upstairs um was filled with the Rowan was worlding in the study. The desk was cluttered with documents, but he didn’t mind. He could always find what be needed. The room smell of smoke. He had a half–smoked tette in his band. The smoke made me rough Rowan looked at me from the documents, his gaze sharp and cold “you remembered to come back?” Rowan asked coldly, stubbing our hiscigarette. “Why did you come back last night?” I was puzzled. Shouldn’t he be with Ashley? “Where do you think I should be?” Rowan. countered. Anywhere but home seemed night. It was strange for him to stay here. tshook my head. “I don’t law. You keep working. I’m going to take a shower and then we’ll eat. ” Before I could leave the study, Rowan spole again, hint of jealousy in his voice, “Where did you sleep last night?” His question made me feel guilty. Although nothing happened between Ivan and me, he did take me to a hotel when I was drunk and helped me keep some secrets from Rowan. We weren’t exactly innocent. At the very least, we were in the same boat. At a hotel,” I mumbled. “Alone?” Rowan’s enes grew darker. Yes, I sleptalone. Rowan’sexpression softened a bit. He went back to his work, ignoring me. Sometimes I wondered if I was a saint sent to redeem Rowan How else could I have endured everything for ten years? After leaving the stady, I quickly took a shower and went downstairs for dinner. Rowan was already at the table, silently eating his meal. He didn’t wait for me. 1 still want used to eating alone with him. The atmosphere was heavy and silent. We had nothing to say. At that moment, Rowan’s phone rang. I glanced at it and couldn’t help but feel speechless. Why did Ashley always call when Rowan and I were together? It hadn’t had a second life, I would think she had a surveillance camera on him Ashley was speaking furiously on the phone. I could hear her voice but not the words. Rowan pinched the bridge of his nose, his expression darkening “I told you, if you need money, just come to me. How much do you need? Tell me This took me back to my previous life when Rowan had asked me, “How much do you want to agree to a divorce? Tell me!” The wonds were similar but had completely different meanings. Ashley said something more and then hung up, Howan tossed his phone aside, clearly having lost his appetite. Ella was cleaning the table nearby, but I wasn’t sure if she was paying attention to us. “What did you do?” I asked curiously. Chapter 40 Try A Different Approach 2/2 “Eat your food,” Rowan snapped, glaring at me. “Did you mess up her job?” I guessed, unfazed by his glare. “Is that why she called to complain and blame you? This was typical of Rowan. For a college girl like Ashley, he wouldn’t care much about respect. That would come later if he truly tell for her and started caring from his heart. Right now, he just saw Ashley as a rare trophy he couldn’t get Rowan’s Lace darkened. “Do you want me to praise you for understanding me so well?” There was no need for that. I forced a smile. “No, I just think your approach won’t work I heard she’s a top student at Alton University. Her family might not match yours, but she’s better than most people in many ways. A girl like her has high self–esteem. She won’t cling to you for money. Maybe you should try a different approach ” “You seem eager for me to win her over,‘ Rowan said, his eyes narrowing “I’ve told you before, I want a divorce. I mean it,” I said, looking him straight in the eye. “Still 3%?” Rowan smiled. “No, 5%. “I held up five fingers, smiling brightly. “Deal?” Rowan stared at me. ” Though his smile didn’t fade, I could sense his mockery. He tumed away and continued eating a few more bites before getting up and leaving. I muttered under my breath, wondering if he agreed or not. After Rowan left, Natalie’s call came through “Ivy, make sure you have everything ready today. We’ll meet at the airport tomorrow. I’ve already bought your tickets. ” “Okay, what time?” 1 asked. “I sent it on WhatsApp. Check it, Natalie replied. After hanging up the phone, I opened WhatsApp and checked the flight derails. We had to be at the airport first thing in the morning. A little getaway sounded good. After finishing my meal, 1 went upstairs to pack my things. I needed to get enough sleep that night because I had to wake up early the next day. I didn’t tell Rowan or my parents about my trip to the Mardin Islands with Natalie and the others. The next moming, I Books Chapters Are Daily Updated Join & Stay Updated for All Books Updates. went straight to the airport to meet them. After boarding and settling into her comfortable seat, Olivia prayed, “Oh, dear God, please bless me with a romantic encounter in the Mardin Islands. ” Chapter 11 Sending (ets Again.