Chapter 56

“No need to keep talking—we’re divorced already. He’s signed the papers. If you really want to help, maybe tell him to wrap up the remaining steps. Once that’s done, I’ll be done with him—and with the Bennett family. We’ll be even.” Claire spoke in an even tone. She sounded like she was talking about someone else’s story—not her own marriage that had ended in heartbreak after giving it her all. She’d admit she lost the bet, wouldn’t blame anyone else, but no way was she going to pretend none of it hurt just because time passed. On the other end, Walter paused for a few seconds. “Just come by, okay? No matter what you’ve decided, this isn’t something you can finish alone. If one side doesn’t cooperate, nothing’s gonna move forward. Eventually, both parties have to sit face to face. Don’t you think?” Claire didn’t reply. Walter tried again. “Let’s at least have a meal. Come on. Do me a favor.” Claire gave it some serious thought. At last, she agreed. “Alright.” But honestly, it wasn’t ab