In the hospital room, Mila’s spirits were noticeably lifted. She eagerly inquired about the exact date of the court hearing.
It’s on the 9th of next month, the voice on the phone replied, March 9th.
Mila mentally counted the days, her brow furrowing slightly. Eleven days seemed like an eternity. She was restless and pressed the lawyer on the other end of the line.
Can’t it be sooner? she asked hopefully.
Ms. Sutherland, the court’s backlog of cases after the holidays is significant. This is already quite expedited due to our persistent urging, the lawyer explained.
…Alright then, Mila conceded, urging her legal team to prepare more crucial evidence.
In the coming days, they were still within the evidence submission period. Due to the prenuptial agreement, the more evidence she had of her husband’s wrongdoing, the better her chances of winning. This time, she was determined to come out on top.
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In the study of the Harvey family estate, the man behind the desk lifted his head slightly as Leonard entered. Have they set the court date? he asked.
Leonard handed over a stack of printed documents. Lysander glanced over them, his brow furrowed. The 9th? That’s quite soon.
Leonard nodded. Her legal team has been pushing hard.
Lysander tossed the documents onto the desk dismissively, a hint of amusement in his voice. They’re certainly motivated.
Our lawyers are well-prepared, too, Leonard added. As long as we maintain that the marriage hasn’t broken down, they can’t force a divorce.
Lysander’s eyes gleamed with a sly light. Are you certain?
Leonard hesitated, then lowered his head. Absolutely.
Lysander chuckled softly and then asked, Isn’t Adrian starting school soon?
Leonard nodded. Yes, on the 4th.
Once Leonard left, she turned back to Lysander with a smile, her tone slightly pouty. Lysander, what was that about? Can’t I have a look?
Lysander smiled, taking her hand and pulling her gently into his embrace, skillfully steering the conversation away. Didn’t I tell you not to disturb me when I’m working?
Giselle wrapped her arms around his neck, drawing closer with a soft voice. With Adrian away, I get so lonely, Lysander. Are you mad at me?
Lysander smiled warmly. How could I ever be mad at you?
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Mila spent a few more days in the hospital. Although she hadn’t fully recovered, she was fed up with the sterile hospital smell surrounding her and suggested to the doctor that she be discharged early.
The doctor agreed, so Eugene came to help with the discharge paperwork and packing.
Nathaniel also received the call and arrived to handle Julian’s discharge. He hoped Mila could look after Julian for a few more days. Although he couldn’t visit often, he called Julian regularly and noticed the child was much happier and more cheerful. Julian wasn’t constantly running off to find his mother anymore, which was a relief. Nathaniel wished Julian could just stay with Mila forever.