Chapter 23 Chapter 23 450 % After Willows parents passed away , Charlotte , feeling sorry for the orphaned girl , took her in , thinking that the Clark family had a responsibility to care for her . Living under someone elses roof and being in love with Elijah , Willow saw Charlotte as her only support , and so she naturally grew close to her . Charlotte taught her how to be gentle and virtuous . She taught her how to fulfill the duties of a wife how to serve her husband , respect her in laws , and navigate social circles … And how to be the perfect Mrs. Everyone opposed Willow being with Elijah , except for Charlotte , who supported it . But now , that support felt more like a burden to Willow . If Charlotte found out she was divorcing Elijah , she would likely forbid it , all for the sake of Bobby . There were only a few days left before the divorce process could be started . Willow swallowed the words she had been planning to say about the divorce . Charlotte asked , Has Elijah stopped giving you money ? He gave me some , but I just want to do something I enjoy . How can you be so ungrateful ? Do you know how much effort I put into raising you ? And now youre running off to do this ? Arent you ashamed ? Willow frowned , clearly irritated . I havent stolen anything , and I dont think theres anything shameful about it . The Clark family gave you a comfortable life , not so you could crawl around on the ground taking pictures of other peoples smiles ! How much do you think youll make with that stinky camera of yours ? You cant earn more than my son lying on the ground taking photos , yet you still choose to run around instead of staying home and taking care of my son ? Mom , Im not his maid . Elijah isnt disabled , and he doesnt need me at home every day . Charlotte stared at her in disbelief . She thought , I … am being talked back to ? I , who used to have complete control over Willow , is now being defied ? Willow had always been submissive before . When Charlotte told her to go left , she would never think of going right . Youve lost your mind , havent you ? Charlotte thought , She actually dares to speak to me like that ? You dont care if Elijah likes you anymore ? Youre his wife , you should take care of him . Willow smiled . 1/3 50 % Chapter 23 Abiter , mocking smile She laughed at Charlotte And she laughed at her former self hat good is his liking ? She didnt want to keep chasing after things that couldnt be had , begging for things that were beyond her reach . Elijah respects and likes you far more than me . Hes your son , after all . Since you care so much , why dont you go back and take care of him yourself ? Youd save on the nannys salary too after all , Maddies wages are no small expense . You could save some of that money for your son . Its all hard earned , after all . Ive got things to do . Im leaving Charlotte stood frozen , staring at Willows retreating figure , questioning everything . Once the coffee reception was over , she couldnt wait to rush over to Elijahs house . Elijah had just gotten home when he saw Charlotte standing there , looking surprised . Mom , what are you doing here ? he asked . I came to see you , Charlotte said . Charlotte turned around , and when she saw Bobbys scabbed nose and lips , as well as the gaps in his teeth , she trembled with fury . Is this how Willow takes care of the family ? The child is hurt like this , and she still has the heart to run off and leave home ? Bobby looked up at Charlotte when he heard Willows name . Even Elijah paused for a moment as he was taking off his jacket . You ran into Willow ? Whats she doing ? he asked . Shes out there lying on the ground taking wedding photos for people ! Elijah frowned . Wedding photos ? Didnt you give her money to spend ? Elijah scoffed and threw his jacket onto the sofa . Am I really that much of a monster ? Charlotte clearly thought the same . Even though Elijah wasnt particularly fond of Willow , he still knew where to draw the line . Then it must be because youre too good to her ! She doesnt even want to be a rich wife anymore ! It looks like she doesnt want to stay with you ! Elijah sneered . Youre right . She doesnt want to stay . She wants to divorce me . Charlotte froze , unable to process what shed just heard . Chapter 23 She wondered , Whot Who wants a divorce ? Willow ? Thats impossible Elijah raised an eyebrow . What ? She didnt cry and beg you like she ined to No. Elijah paused for a moment , then smiled . Seems like shes just throwing a tantrum . He was clearly trying to downplay it , not wanting to escalate the situation with Charlotte . Charlotte and Elijah had the same line of thought and quickly understood what was happening . Using this kind of method ? Really childish , Charlotte said . Elijah chuckled . Shes out of options . 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