Chapter 3

Asher's concern for Sofia had long gone beyond what a brother should feel for his sister, and the way he doted on Sofia's son was just plain creepy.

If he didn't like Sofia, why would he care more about Sofia and another man's son than his son?

I'd had my suspicions before. But with Lucas being so young, I didn't dare to take that risk.

I was afraid that because of my decision, Lucas would face a broken family before getting much fatherly love.

But seeing Lucas disappointed time and time again when Asher stood him up, I knew I'd been dead wrong.

Letting Lucas keep hoping for something from such an absent father was the real harm to him.

With that thought, I clicked on the video the private detective had just sent.

It had been taken in my company's underground parking lot. Asher was leaning against his car, lighting a cigarette.

Then, his phone rang.

As soon as I heard that ringtone, I knew it was Sofia.

He'd set a special ringtone for her so that he would never miss her calls.

Asher said, "Sofia, don't worry. Lillian won't stay mad at me for long. Don't feel bad.

"Lucas is fine, too. I'll buy him a gift later to make it up to him. Okay, I'm coming back right away."

At this moment, the pain of my nails digging into my palms couldn't stop my anger.

Who did Asher think he was? Did he believe he could make this divorce thing disappear by buying us some random gifts after ignoring me and Lucas for a few days?

I told the private detective to speed up the investigation on Sofia, especially to dig into her life before she came back to the country.

After sorting that out, I called my parents, Finley Scott and Matilda Scott, and told them I wanted a divorce from Asher.

Matilda sighed, "Lillian, you finally see things clearly. What's the Williams family's stance on the divorce?"

"Asher won't agree. I've already sent people to look into him and Sofia." I replied, "I'm planning to send Lucas to stay with you guys for a while. I might not be able to take care of him recently."

Matilda agreed right away, "Since you've made up your mind, go for it. No matter what you decide, we've got your back."

Hanging up, I felt a bit better.

I knew that no matter what choice I made, Finley and Matilda would always support me.

After sending Lucas away, I threw myself into sorting out the divorce settlement and the new project.

One day, right after work, I got a call from Asher's mother, Arabella Williams.

She asked, "Lillian, why'd you move all your stuff out? I came to see Lucas, but he's not here. Are you throwing a tantrum?

"Did you and Asher fight? Can't you two talk things out like adults? Why do you always have to threaten separation?"

I didn't feel like explaining but just said flatly, "Asher and I are getting a divorce. And whether I'm just throwing a tantrum or not, you, the Williams family, know well."

Free Point

Arabella's voice immediately turned shrill. "Divorce? How could you even think of it? Do you know how much the Williams family would lose if you go through with this?"

Realizing her words were too harsh, she softened her tone. "What I mean is, our two families have been working together for years. A sudden divorce would tank our business.

"I know Asher is busy at work and can not take care of you. But he's just trying to give you and Lucas a better life. As his wife, you know how hard he is, right?

"Have you ever thought about Lucas? He's just a kid. What'll happen to him if you two split?"