Chapter 18

“Em, what time do you get off work? My mom’s making crab tonight—come over for dinner.” Alice hadn’t even checked the caller ID when she picked up. Once she heard the voice, she realized it was Anthony Hayes. She let out a long sigh. “Anthony, not tonight. I’m at the hospital.” There was clear concern in his voice. “What? Why? Are you okay?” “It’s a long story. I’ll explain when I get home.” While Alice was still on the phone, Edward glanced her way after catching a few words, then turned his gaze away, only to be met with the dead tone of a powered-off phone. Off again. He stared at the name “Emily” on his screen, his dark eyes practically burning with fury. For someone usually so composed, he looked like he was about to explode. He hung up, quickly typed out a message with swift, practiced fingers. “If you don’t want to embarrass yourself, reply to this text immediately. The lawyers already have the divorce papers ready. Don’t blame me for what happens if you delay.” Then he tossed h