Chapter 81

Stella let out a quiet sigh. At this point, there was really no point in pretending anymore. In the past, Old Mrs. Hart would shut her down whenever she brought up divorce, but this time, she couldn't just go along with her anymore. "Grandma, this marriage... it has to end." Old Mrs. Hart's face went pale in an instant. She clutched at her chest, her voice shaky. "Stella, don't say stuff like that! To me, you're the only granddaughter-in-law I'll ever have. I won't accept anyone else!" "Unless you're saying I'll have to die first!" Her tone was sharp, and the strain on her heart was almost unbearable. Though Stella had no plans to actually divorce Charles while Grandma was still recovering, she had to make it crystal clear—this time, she wasn't backing down. She turned her gaze toward Charles, who was still cradling Isabelle in his arms. What a touching sight. Really. "Charles, go take care of your precious Isabelle. Poor thing just got 'violated,' didn't she? Bet she needs a good dose