Chapter 41 93 % 會 28 The car slowly pulled up in front of Declan Turner . The driver got out to open the door for him . Declan glanced at Willow . Whats wrong ? Willow hesitated , unsure how to explain . The spot was a bad one to hail a cab from . My friend ditched me , she said flatly . Declan understood immediately . Ill give you a ride . Thanks , Mr. The car made its way to Willows neighborhood . As it began to rain harder , Declan instructed the driver to drive into the complex and park right under Willows building . Willow thanked him before getting out of the car . The car didnt linger , driving off as soon as she closed the door . As Willow approached the entrance to her building , she suddenly felt a strange sensation and turned around . In the dark , rainy night , a familiar black car was parked nearby . Shed recognize that car anywhere . The window rolled down , revealing Elijahs face . Willow wasnt expecting this . The last time Elijah had shown up drunk , waving that notebook filled with her so called debts , hed caused a scene at her doorstep , leaving her frustrated and angry . What was the point of bringing up that stupid notebook now , when we were about to divorce ? Did he really expect me to settle some imaginary account ? Was Elijah out of his mind ? Looking back on her time with Elijah , Willow didnt feel any sweetness only the absurdity of her one sided love and the constant struggles in their marriage . She had even changed her flight to an earlier one , just to get away and visit Freya . Who wouldve thought that while she was on the plane , Bobby would show up again ? And now , Elijah was here again . What did he and Bobby want from me ? What are you doing here ? Willows voice was icy , a tone Elijah had never heard before . The coldness made him uncomfortable , and his discomfort quickly turned to anger . Elijah stepped out of the car , holding an umbrella . I was wondering where youd gone . Turns out you were out finding your next man ? Nice car . Willow ignored his jab , turning to leave . Elijah raised his voice . Better be careful . Could be the driver stole his bosss car to pick up women . Willow , who had been about to walk away , stopped and frowned . Whats it to you ? Elijah was taken aback . This version of Willow was so cold , like she was covered in icy spikes , all pointed at him . His anger flared , but just as he was about to explode , he noticed the bag she was carrying . 1/3 +23 ) Chapter 41 It looked familiar . Upon closer inspection , he realized it was one hed given her years ago . Throughout their six year marriage and even before Elijah had rarely given Willow gifts . Hed rather spend money on other women , showering them with attention , while taking Willow for granted . This bag was one of the few things hed ever given her . Elijah remembered how Willow had reacted when hed handed it to her . Her eyes had sparkled , her smile radiant , as she exclaimed , For me ? Really ? I love it ! Ill treasure it forever ! Ill carry it everywhere ! And here she was , still using it . Elijahs mood lifted . Does she really care that much ? Is it the bag she cherished , or the person whod given it to her ? he wondered . Confident as ever , Elijah decided it was the latter . To him , the bag was proof that Willow still loved him . He smirked , a hint of pride in his voice . Youre still using that bag ? Willow glanced down at it . Its still fine . Who else would keep a bag until it falls apart ? he scoffed . Elijah knew bags were just accessories for women , something to complement their outfits . But as he looked at the bag , he suddenly remembered it had been a castoff , something hed casually tossed her way . Back then , hed laughed at her joy . Now , the memory left a bitter taste in his mouth . Over the years , hed given away hundreds of bags to business associates , acquaintances , or women he wanted to impress . Yet his wife was still carrying an old , worn out bag . Do you … only have this one ? I dont have many bags . After having Bobby , Willow had no use for the small , stylish bags she once loved . Her life now required practicality large , durable bags that could hold everything a child might need . Elijah offered , The malls probably still open . Ill buy you a new one . If I want one , Ill buy it myself . If you have something to say , say it . Come back with me . Ill pretend none of this ever happened . Why would I go back with you ? Elijah let out a short laugh . With the bag as his evidence , he was convinced Willows coldness was just a ploy to get his attention . Im here , arent I ? What more do you want ? Willow was beyond exasperated . The divorce cooling off period was almost up . How could Elijah still think this was just me throwing a tantrum ? She realized it wasnt just his overconfidence it was her fault , too . Shed spoiled him with her love , and hed taken it for granted . Im done with you , Elijah , she said , her voice low . I really want the divorce . 2/3 08:52 Wed , 12 Mar BBN . Chapter 41 For the first time , the mask of arrogance slipped off Elijahs face . He looked genuinely stunned . Then why are you still carrying that bag ? He clung to his proof , demanding an answer . Willow sighed . She reached down , grabbed the bag , and removed her keys and important items , shoving them into her com pockets . Then she threw the bag at him . It hit him lightly , and he didnt bother catching it . The bag collapsed onto the wet ground with a soft thud , splattering mud on the surface . Elijah stared down at it , frozen for a moment . His heart sank . After a long silence , Willow spoke . Dont tell me you dont want the divorce . Elijahs face tightened in shock , his eyes locking onto hers . She wasnt playing anymore . 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