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Yvonne turned her head to look at James. Her eyes brimmed with grievance as she said, “She… hit me p>
James shook his head and did not spare his wife a glance. Instead, he fixed a steady gaze on Dominic and said, “Dominic, filing this lawsuit goes too far p>
Isabella hurried forward to stand in front of Dominic, her voice edged with emotion. “Dad, it’s my fault. Don’t blame him p>
James frowned. “He’s suing you for divorce, and you’re still protecting him p>
Isabella nodded firmly. “Even if it’s only a lawsuit, even if it really ends in divorce, he’s still my husband and still the Sinclairs ‘ son – in – law p>
“Nonsense!” Anger crept into his voice as he gripped his cane and brought it down hard against the ground with a thump.
Isabella’s face paled slightly. She feared no one else, but her father’s authority still made her heart tremble.
She had told no one about this matter, yet her father knew anyway and had rushed over early in the morning.
“The hearing is about to start. My lawyer is over there, so I’ll head over first,” Dominic said.
He did not linger. After speaking, he turned and walked toward Lydia.
Once he left, James asked, “You don’t want a divorce p>
Isabella watched her husband’s retreating figure, pain clear in her voice. “Of course I don’t. I can’t leave my husband. I made some mistakes, and that’s why he filed the lawsuit. I don’t blame him. I only regret it p>
“Alright. I’ll help put in a word, ” James said.
If Dominic’s lawsuit succeeded and the divorce went through, it would bring negative consequences for the Sinclairs.
Isabella’s eyes brightened. “I’ve also spoken with the judge handling this case. The judge didn’t say it outright, but he should give it some consideration. And with your support, Dad, it’ll be even more secure p>
James chuckled softly. “ You haven’t been back to Eastmere in a long time. Your grandmother talks about you often. Take some time to visit her. ”
Isabella nodded. “ I’ll go back when I have time. I just don’t want to see her p>
As she spoke, she glanced at Yvonne, her expression turning cold.
James felt helpless.
Yvonne’s relationship with both daughters was poor. That was also why Isabella and Katherine preferred Skyline City to the deeply rooted Sinclair residence in Eastmere.
The past was tangled and complicated, far beyond what a few words could explain.
After hearing her father’s words, Isabella felt reassured. She believed this marriage would not end in divorce, and that she would have more chances to win her husband back.
With that thought, her mood lifted.
“Alright. The hearing is about to start. I’ll go talk to the lawyer.” She went to discuss several details with her own lawyer.
On the other side…
“ You didn’t tell me your wife’s background was this significant, ” Lydia said, her smile tinged with bitterness.
She had only learned that day that Isabella came from the Sinclairs of Eastinere, a century–old elite family.
Chapter 157
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Dominic raised his eyebrows. “What, scared p>
Lydia shook her head and sighed. “Not exactly. I didn’t offend them. It’s just that, with your wife’s background, this divorce will probably be difficult p>
Society was a vast farce, filled with connections and favors.
Judges were people as well, with emotions and desires.
Dominic frowned, realizing his earlier thinking had been too simplistic. Fortunately, he still had Jessica’s promise.
As for Jessica’s background, even without full clarity, certain details spoke for themselves.
The armed men in black that day, the woman dragged from the van, and her mention of the Hales of the capital–all of it was enough to prove that Jessica’s background truly reached unimaginable heights.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.