Hubby 106 - Finished When the police called Kelly, she appeared promptly, holding the divorce certificate and agreement with the scalm demeanor she always had.
Eric, however, was a storm of barely contained fury: his body rigid, fists clenched, and eyes locked on Kelly, ready to explode.
The officer stepped in quickly, his voice sharp and commanding. "What are you doing?" he asked, his tone full of authority.
Eric didn't look at the officer; his rough, like sandpaper.
remained fixed on Kelly. "Where's my daughter?" His voice was Kelly didn't flinch. She met the officer's gaze with unwavering steadiness. "My husband's unstable," she said, her voice smooth and collected. "I can't allow my daughter to be with him. He signed the divorce agreement, and now he's trying to back out of it." She turned toward Eric with a look of faint pity, as if he were a child who just didn't understand. "I can't believe you're still dragging this out." Eric's face twisted with disbelief. His fingers trembled as he grabbed the divorce papers from her, his heart hammering in his chest. He scanned the document, panic creeping into his veins.
His eyes quickly found the discrepancy. The terms were not what he remembered.
The clause now stated that Eric had voluntarily given up custody of their daughter, leaving her entirely to Kelly.
He had signed in a rush, eager to end the nightmare and too shaken to read carefully.
The realization hit him like a ton of bricks-every move had been calculated by Kelly.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtNo wonder she asked him to sign again. It wasn't about the handwriting. She had changed the content, manipulating it to her advantage.
Eric's hands balled into fists as a surge of anger and disbelief washed over him. He had walked straight into her trap. How had he not seen this coming? His hand shot out, trembling, pointing at Kelly, but the words stuck in his throat. He could barely speak as his body shook with a mixture of rage and helplessness.
Five years had passed, but it wasn't just him who had changed. Kelly had transformed as well.
She stood there, unmoved, her gaze cold and unfeeling She gave him a faint, almost amused smile. "We shouldn't keep wasting the police's time," she said, her voice devoid of emotion. "They have better things to do, don't you think?" Eric's fists tightened, the anger bubbling up again. "You setup!" Kelly leaned closer, her voice lowering to a dangerous whisper. "Do you remember my parents' deaths?" she asked, her words chilling. "There's something not right about them." Kelly continued, her voice like ice. "Before they died, you took out a massive insurance policy on them." TL 1P 1:1 LI 1: JL 1/3 14.20 Tue, Apr 24 3 Chapter 106 She's Insane reputation shattered.
Even without solid evidence, his life would be ruined.
Eric drew in a sharp breath, the shock still settling in.
The officer interrupted, his voice breaking the silence. We've reviewed the divorce agreement. It's been notarized at City Hall. You're officially divorced, and legally, you no longer have any ties. Kelly has Faye's custody. So, please, calm down. You both need to settle this peacefully." The officer gave Eric a final, stern glance. "If you need assistance, we can help with mediation." Kelly gave the officer a polite nod, her tone cold and dismissive. "It's alright. We'll handle this ourselves. Thank you for your time." Once the officer left, the room seemed to tighten around Eric. His voice, barely above a whisper, was full of disbelief. "Kelly, what happened to you? How did you becthis person?" Kelly smiled, but it was a smile full of mockery, colder than any winter night. "All thanks to you," she said, her eyes never leaving him.
Eric's hands curled into fists once more, his frustration mounting. "Where is Faye?" Kelly's eyes were unreadable, as if she were already miles away. "You think I'm going to tell you?" she replied, sinking onto a nearby bench. She gestured for Eric to join her, her tone casual. "Let's talk about my parents' compensation and the heritage house instead." Eric stood there, stunned. He never thought he would find himself in this position. Kelly had him cornered, and he didn't know how to get out.
"What do you want from me?" Eric's voice was tight, his teeth clenched, and his frustration almost unbearable.
"Pay your debts. It's the way things work," Kelly said, her voice unwavering, her eyes locked on Eric. No attempt at small talk.
She wasn't here to negotiate-only to collect what was owed.
"I gave you a month. Sell your assets. Your shares. Whatever it takes to make it right," she added, her tone cold her gaze piercing.
Eric's fists tightened. "You think you can take Faye and vanish? You really believe I won't find her?" he growled, the threat in his voice clear, like a blade just below the surface.
Kelly's voice was eerily calm. "Eric, the custody papers are in my hands. If you want to fight me, you'll have to go to court. But take your time. See how long it takes. Let's see if your daughter makes it long enough for you to get her back." Her smile was sharp, a twisted thing, as bitter as frost. It sent a chill down his spine.
She stood slowly, towering over him. "You knowbetter than that. If I stop holding back, you won't even recognize me," she said, her voice low but dangerous.
With no family to answer to, Kelly had nothing left to lose.
2/3 14:26 Tue, Apr 29 G Chapter 106 She's Insane She leaned in close, her breath warm against his ear.
"I could die today, and your daughter would still be with me." Without waiting for a reply, she turned and walked toward the door.
"Kelly!" Eric shouted, rage bubbling to the surface.
☐☐78% Finished Kelly didn't flinch. She stopped at the door, her back still turned to him, and gave a final glance over her shoulder. "Don't forget-you've got one month," she said, her voice quiet but firm.
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When the door clicked shut, Eric's bing hands.
anger took over. He dialed Clarissa with trembling hands. This is your e fault. You convincedto put Faye under Kelly's name. Now I've been careless, Regina's gone, and Kelly has custody!" On the other end, Clarissa paused for a beat, her voice softer than usual. "Kelly has custody of Faye? What have you been doing?" Eric's face flushed with fury. "If you hadn't suggested such a foolish plan, I would've been more careful!" They'd all underestimated Kelly.
They thought she was a fool, a naive woman who couldn't fight back.
But they were wrong. So wrong.
"What does she want?" Clarissa asked, her voice darkening.
"She wants the compensation from her parents' demolition and the money from the heritage house, Eric muttered, frustration thick in his voice. Clarissa's tone turned icy, anger simmering just beneath the surface. "Don't worry.
I'll send someone to keep an eye on Kelly, get the child, and deal with this once and for all. She hung up abruptly. Eric knew if Clarissa moved forward, Kelly wouldn't stand a chance. It would be over for her.
He closed his eyes, his hand pressed to his forehead as the weight of the situation hit him.
For Faye's sake, there was no turning back.
Kelly had gone too far.