Chapter 2 The Divorce Agreement Nathaniel did not return all night . However , Estella knew where he was . On Naomi's social media , a live stream was showing a party celebrating Isabelle's return . Nathaniel had booked the largest hotel in Javerton and had fireworks set off all night . Beautiful champagne roses filled every corner of the banquet hall . His friends gathered around to celebrate Isabelle , and everyone was in high spirits . It was a social circle Estella had never been a part of . Because to Nathaniel , she was just a nanny . He never introduced her to his friends or acknowledged her presence in public . After breakfast , she received the divorce papers had sent over . She signed her name and placed the documents on the dining table . Then , she got up and went out to buy groceries . The contract was clear . During their marriage , she was responsible for taking care of Nathaniel . So even if he didn't come home , she still had to prepare dinner and wait for him . At eight o'clock that night , Nathaniel returned . His suit was still crisp , suggesting he had changed at the office . Estella was about to reheat the food when Nathaniel said, " Don't bother . I'm heading out later ." He didn't spare her a glance and hurried upstairs . Estella followed and saw him enter the bathroom . So , she prepared a clean set of clothes and placed them on the cabinet outside the door . Then , she went downstairs and sat at the dining table , waiting for him to finish showering so they could talk about the divorce . Nathaniel came down while fastening his watch and said casually , " I'm going on a business trip to Kingston for three days . I'll leave tomorrow night . Pack my things ." Estella hummed in acknowledgment and picked up the documents from the table . " Take a look at this ... " Nathaniel seemed impatient . Without bothering to check , he asked , " Is it another application for your mom's medical expenses ? " Every month , she had to draft a contract to request money from him , listing all expenses in detail . The biggest cost was always her mother's nursing care . He was used to it . Without a second glance , he signed the last page . " Alright , don't forget to pack my luggage ." Then , he opened the door and left . Estella watched his retreating figure and smiled blankly . In truth , her mother's condition had improved significantly . She hadn't requested medical expenses for half a year . But he had never noticed . She called a local courier and sent the documents to Madeline . 174 P Chapter 2 The Divorce Agreement With Madeline's means , the divorce certificate could be processed without even going to city hall . However , the mandatory cooling - off period was one month . She still had to wait another month before she could leave . When she checked her phone , she saw Naomi's latest social media post . Finished Naomi had posted a picture of a plane ticket , saying she was tagging along with her brother and sister - in - law to Kingston for a concert . So. his so - called business trip to Kingston is really just an excuse to accompany Isabelle to a concert . 444 While Nathaniel was on his so - called business trip , Estella didn't stay idle . She contacted an agent , looked at apartments , and settled on a one - bedroom unit for rent . The villa Madeline had given her was nice , but it was too far from her workplace , and the maintenance fees were high . She planned to sell it once the property was transferred to her name , ensuring her financial stability . Besides , her mother's health had improved , and she no longer needed as much money for treatment . Then , she went home and continued packing . When she glanced at the wardrobe , she realized all her clothes were the ones she had brought before marriage . Nathaniel had never bought her a single piece of clothing . And he never wore the clothes she had bought for him . They still had their tags attached . Over the years , Nathaniel only wore two specific brands .. She had learned from Naomi that Isabelle was the one who recommended those brands . Since he never wore the clothes she bought , keeping them was a waste . She packed them all up and listed them for sale online at a low price . For three days , she busied herself packing . Everything that belonged to her was sent to her new place . She didn't have much . Even if Nathaniel returned , he wouldn't notice anything missing . Because he had never cared about what was in the house or where things were placed . Before Nathaniel returned to Javerton , he called her . " Estella , get ready . Tomorrow , we're going to Mr. Liam's place for the funeral ." The Bowen family and the Hartwell family had close ties . Estella had previously accompanied Nathaniel to a Bowen family banquet , Naturally , she had to attend their funeral with him as well . In truth , Estella disliked such occasions . There weren't many people in his circle who thought highly of her . The way they looked at her made her uncomfortable . Her personality didn't allow her to be effortlessly sociable or likable . But she had no right to refuse . Fortunately , they would be divorced soon . After that , she wouldn't have to accompany him to such events anymore . When Nathaniel returned , he indeed didn't notice any changes in the house . Since Estella had packed his belongings , he naturally wouldn't realize that half of the walk - in closet was empty . " The outfit you wore last time was inappropriate . You'd better ask Mom for advice . " He reminded her while replying to 2/4 p p Chapter 2 The Divorce Agreement messages on his phone . Estella responded with a simple " okay ." He never cared about what she wore . Only on important occasions would he offer suggestions . But that was just to save himself from embarrassment , not because he actually cared . She called Madeline . Madeline had someone send over an outfit directly . After trying it on and confirming it fit , she put it away . The next day , she wore the outfit , got into Nathaniel's car , and accompanied him to the Bowen family's funeral . Sitting in the passenger seat , she felt slightly uncomfortable . She reached out and touched something small wedged in the seat crevice . It was a black hair clip . She already knew whose it was . It seemed Isabelle had been in the passenger seat quite often . She let out a faint , mocking smile . Luckily , they were already going through the divorce . Otherwise , she would have been absolutely disgusted . At the funeral , Isabelle was there too . This was the first time Estella saw Isabelle in real life . Finished She was slender , clad in a black dress similar to Estella's . Her light makeup accentuated her fragility , making her look even more delicate and innocent , like the perfect embodiment of demure grace . Isabelle walked up to Nathaniel and softly called , " Nate . " She probably wanted to take his arm but refrained because Estella was there . Nathaniel gave her a faint smile and greeted , " Belle . " Then , he introduced Estella . " This is Estella ." Estella caught on immediately . He called her Belle , but called her by her full name . She didn't care anymore , but it was still laughable . Not wanting to interrupt their affectionate exchange , she simply said she was going to see Madeline and walked away . Nathaniel watched her leave , his expression subtly displeased . Isabelle noticed the way he looked at Estella , and a hint of unease crept into her heart . Nate doesn't care about Estella , does he ? But the way he looks at her doesn't seem entirely indifferent either . She quickly pushed the thought aside . She and Nathaniel had grown up together . They were each other's first love . She didn't believe she would lose .