The Divorce Prescription

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Chapter 73

celine returned to Abater Residence When she entered the living room, she saw someone she would never forget Larry Slick

Years ago, Lucy had sent her to the countryside, placing her under Larry’s care. Larryws her so called adoptive father.

Now, Mary and Larry were seated on the living room couch with Mary entertaining him.

“We have you to thank you for raising Orline while she’s in the countryside Mary smiled

Larry was blind in his left eve. He was a burly figure, notorious for his drunken tages and for beating his wife in the past

As he sat on the luxurious couch, his remaining eye rommet greedily over the expensive decor, his gaze lingering on the antique paintings and lavish furnishings. His excitement was barely concealed

However, Larry feigned humility. “You’re too kind, Mrs. Alvarez Senior. I just hope Celine hasn’t caused you any trouble since marrying into your family”

Mary smiled. “How could she? Celine is such a well–behaved girl.”

Larry smirked as though he had thought of something. “Oh yes, Celine has always been a good girl”

Orline felt her stomach chum. A wave of nausea hit her, and she wanted to vomit

Just then, the butler, Alfred, noticed het. “Welcome back, Mrs. Alvarez“

Larry looked up at the sound of the butler’s voice and saw Celine.

It had been ten wars siner Larry had last seen Celme. The little girl he remembered had grown into a graceful woman. His gaze fell on her lace and then slowly trailed downward, his eyes roaming over her slender figure.

Larry stood up, his voice tinged with false affection. “Celine, you’re back. It’s been ten years since we

we last saw each other. I’ve thought about you every

yday.”

Mary didn’t catch on and smiled at Celine. “Celine, your adoptive father came to visit

it you”

Celine’s gate hardened at Larry. This man was the nightmare of her childhood. Seeing him again made her tremble uncontrollably.

in the next moment, an arm draped over her shoulders. She heard a voice above her bead. “Why are just you standing here?”

Celine looked up to see Adam. His handsome face came into focus

Adam bad returned.

He studied Celine. Her dared eyes seemed blank and distant. She looked pitifully fragile.

A maid stepped forward to take Adam’s coat. He hummed “Why are you so cold?”

His hand gently gripped her shoulder, rubbing it lightly to warm her.

Celine felt the heat of his hand through her shoulder, the warmth spreading from his touch. With his arm wrapped around her, her figure was entirely encased in h could feel the warmth of his chest through the thin fabric of her clothes

His presence brought a sense of security, a comfort she couldn’t help but lean into

Celine snapped out of reality. “Maybe I’m just underdressed.”

Mary introduced Larry to Adam. “Adam, this is Celine’s adoptive father. He came from the countryside to visit her.”

Adam’s eyes shuted to Larry

his embrace. She

Larry’s gaze, in turn, fell on Adam. The man standing beside Celine radiated an imposing alt of authority, his every movement exuding the confidence of someone used to commanding respect

The sight made Larry grind his teeth in jealousy. That wretched girl had managed to marry someone this fine!

Larry forced a smile. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Alvarez I’m glad to see that Celine married well. Seeing you two so in love puts my mind at ease. I’ll take my leave now. I

wouldn’t want to intrude.”

Mary immediately protested, “Oh, don’t be in such a hurry! stay for dinner. It’s rare for you to make the trip here. I’ve already asked the kitchen staff to prepare a feast. Let’s enjoy amed together”

Adam’s piercing gaze lingered on Larry “Stay for dinner.”