No Ads Chapter 31 Chapter 31 Charlotte nearly choked on Elijahs words . She took a deep breath , trying to steady herself . When will your divorce process begin ? Elijah was momentarily taken aback . Hed always assumed Willow wouldnt actually go through with the divorce , so he hadnt given it much though But now that Charlotte asked , he did the math . When the realization hit , an unexpected shiver ran through him . Next month , the 9th , Elijah said . That was sooner than he thought . No matter what Elijah thought , Charlotte was resolute this marriage would not end . Elijah hung up the phone , sitting there in a daze for a long while , trying to gather his thoughts . When the workday ended , Sandra was still there , trailing Elijah like a shadow . Clark , I really dont know who else to turn to … Im not asking for much . Can you just take me to see Mr. Turner ? I just need to meet him for a moment . Elijah opened the car door . Sandra wasnt letting up . She slammed the door shut and stood in front of him . Clark , youre part of this too . What responsibility do I have ? Weve never had anything inappropriate . Sandra was stunned , as if struck by a blow . Her defenses shattered . How can you lie to yourself ? You cant do this to me ! Elijah sneered , his expression cold and mocking . Ive touched you ? Sandra was left speechless , her hand trembling as it pressed against the car door . Tears streamed down her face . How could you do this ? . Elijah didnt have the patience to argue . He shoved her aside , opened the car door , got in , and slammed the door behind 1/4 * 94 % # Chapter 31 him , driving off Sandra stood there , helpless , her mind racing through every moment she had shared with Elijah . When she first started at the company , her team had been dismissive , and it was Elijah who had defended her . When she had been promoted to assistant and forced to drink at a company event , it was Elijah who took her drink away and stood up for her . Once , after a few drinks , Sandra had gathered the courage to ask him . Why are you so kind to me ? Elijah had held his glass , his eyes reflecting the neon lights of the bar . Youre worth it . Sandra had always believed that Elijah treated her differently . Later , when Bobby had asked her for the first time , Sandra , will you be my mom ? Sandra had been both surprised and thrilled , instinctively looking to Elijah for his reaction . Elijah had just smiled faintly , saying nothing . Privately , she had asked him , Mr. Clark , dont you like your wife ? Elijah had loosened his tie , looking every bit the charming , sophisticated man . My wife isnt anywhere near as good as you . She thought , It is he who has indulged me , allowed me to grow close to him , so why now deny our relationship ? Sandra clenched her fists . Now that she had come this far , there was no turning back . Elijah drove out of the company parking lot , but somehow found himself at the apartment complex where Willow was staying . He sat beneath the building , smoking a cigarette , his thoughts in turmoil . His mind was a mess . He sat there until his body stiffened and his legs went numb . He checked his phone . It was already 10 p.m. Elijah got up , got back in his car , and headed to a bar to meet Cooper for drinks . He was in a bad mood , knocking back drink after drink . Cooper , alarmed , grabbed the glass out of his hand . He thought , Dont joke around , Elijah . If you drink yourself to death , Ill be held legally responsible . Got problems ? Cooper asked , not buying it . Cooper raised an eyebrow . 9/4 08:50 Wed , 12 Mar BBN . Chapter 31 Is it true that Willow made a scene at your company ? Elijahs hand paused mid motion as he was shot to drink , his frustration boiling over Dont mention her He didnt know what Willow was thinking . shed made a scene , and still wouldnt come home . He wondered , What is her game , using divorce as leverage how far does she want to push me ? Cooper understood and didnt press further . Elijah kept drinking , losing himself in alcohol until he was to drunk he could barely sit up He collapsed on the cable , his vision hazy . In his drunken stupor , he saw a girl whose profile reminded him of Willow Suddenly , memories from his school days flooded back . He had been smart , aced his tests , but was lazy . Hed often lie on his desk , and across from him , Willow would be fiercely tackling math problems , her face twisted in concentration She often asked him for help . Hed refuse , wanting to play basketball instead . Shed tug at his sleeve , acting all cute . Elijah , please teach me . He always gave in , turning back to ask , Which ones do you not understand ? The ones with a checkmark ? Except for the ones with a check . Elijah laughed . He thought , Then will there still be time for basketball ? Hed stare at her , and shed look up at him with those big , pleading eyes , practically saying , Please . Hed tease her , Then you have to kiss me . Willows face instantly turned red . Shed lower her head , clearly conflicted . Elijah pretended to walk away , and shed grab him quickly , asking in a small voice , Can I owe it to you ? His throat tightened . He gritted his teeth , barely stopping himself from kissing her senseless right there . Hed grabbed a fresh notebook and opened it to the first page . He wrote down the date . [ Today , Willow owes Elijah 20 kisses for 20 math problems . ] 20 ? Yeah , with so many problems , 20 is already a discount . Youll kiss me to death … Her innocent words made his eyes darken , his voice hoarse . 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