The Divorce Prescription Chapter 145

Adam stood tall by the floor–to–ceiling window, his imposing figure silhouetted against the night. His cold, obsidian eyes held a dangerous edge, Indifferent menacing. “Do you think an apology is enough to settle this? Go home.”

Victoria’s eyes brimmed with tears, desperation softening her voice.

, l’in begging you. Your Uncle mile has only one son. Please, let Elijah go, I promise we’ll discipline him properly in the future.”

Her n’s expression didn’t waver. Histone sharp and devoid of any warmth. “Leo, see them out.”

Henry and I held you when you were baby! The Zander esitation, Leo stepped forward and gestured toward the door. “Mr. Zander, Mrs. Zander, this way, please.”

“star dackened, frustration flickering in his eyes. “Adam, are you going to be this heartless? All this, for Celine? I’ve looked into her, she’s just some country bump–on and a failing student.

Is she worth it? Are you willing to destroy the relationship between the Alvarez family and f amilies into enemies?

Adam didn’t even flinch Instead, his cold gaze shifted to Leo.

Zander family over someone like her? Are you prepared to tumour Leo responded immediately, his voice calm but firm. “Mr. Zander, Mrs.

, would you prefer to leave on your o Henry’s composare shattered completely. “You–Fine, we’ll leave on our own!”

He grabbed Victoria’s arm, and the two stormed out of Westwood Villa.

Fon your own, or shall arrange for someone to escort you Outside, Henry’s frustration erupted like a volcano. “That Adam! He has no regard our relationship, no respect at all! He’s completely ruthless.

!” Victoria tugged at Henry’s sleeve, her tone urgent. “Honey, Elijah is still in hands. If he let him go, what are we going to Henry was furious but he understood there was no simple way to deal with . After all, it had been who was in the wrong from If things escalated further, mending the situation would be next to impossible.

st Ter Adam’s unyielding, icon–hearted demeanor left them with options. He had dismissed them coldly, without a hint of consideration.

When Henry found himself at a dead end, an idea suddenly struck him. “I’ve got irl We can ask someone for help!”

Victoria’s eyes lit up with hope. “Who? Who could help us?”

Henry uttered a single name. “Carly.”

Victoria seized the idea lifeline. “Yes, ! We can go to her.

is favorite. If she says a to him, Adam will definitely let Elijah go!”

Half an hour later Henry:

ry and Victoria arrived at Tate Manor bearing an array of high–end luxury gifts, “Ms. Tate, here’s the latest designer handbag, along with some bracelets and other accessories. We hope you’ll like them.”

The Zander family’s visit was greeted with great fandare. Hayden, Lucy and Carly welcomed them into the sitting After all, the Zanders were a prominent family in high society, closely tied to the Influential family. Typically, the Tates wouldn’t have dreamed of associating with them.

Carly’s eyes sparked she took in the luxurious gifts. It wasn’t that she cared for them–being with Adam meant she already had access to the latest, limited–edition items from top brands, often delivered to her before they at the market, She had grown used to extravagance.

What truly delighted her was the significance of this . The illustrious Zander family, so powerful and prestigious, had humbled themselves to seek her tavot. That was symbol of her rising influence and insportance.

In the tight – lil, exclusive world of the elite, connections were everything. If Carly hoped to marry Adam one day, she would need to cement alliances Karuilies Jalur the Zanders to strengthen her social standing-

le always knew how to position herself strategically in Adan’s world Carly soiled. “I love them. Thank you, Mr. Zander, Mrs. Zander. You really didn’t have to go to a much trouble.”

Henry didn’t waste time and straight the point. “Ms. Tate, I’ll be honest with you. We’re here because we need your help.”

Lucy, who had been usually quiet since Hayden had slapped her in front of the police station, had brewed coffer for the herselt. Startled, she blinked and asked curiously, “s Zander, Mrs. Zander, what could Carly punably help you with?”

Victoria jumped in to explain. “Today, my son Elijah kidnapped Celine M. Alvarez went to rescue her, and we he’s captured Elijah. He’s refusing release and is determined is punish hian to appease Cellor ”

Carly’s expression changed instantly.

So that was why Adaim belt Dr. C’s lecture such a hurry. He gone to save Celinel