Marriage Lies and a Dangerous Obsession novel Chapter 184

Chapter 184

After Chloe fumbled around for a bit, she finally managed to get things under control.

She turned to Julian and said, “I’ll buy you a new pair of pants someday.”

Julian poked at the hole in his pants with his finger. “You weren’t this clumsy before.”

Chloe set down the acupuncture kit in her hands.

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She said, “Julian, you’re Ian’s elder. Aren’t you going to do something about how out of line he’s being?”

Julian raised an eyebrow.

Every time she called him ‘uncle,‘ he knew trouble was knocking.

Chloe said, “Ian dragged me back to his place. I was honestly afraid he’d go completely psycho, murder me, hack me to pieces, then go after my whole family. I didn’t dare fight back. You’re his uncle–isn’t there anything you can do to fix him?”

Julian asked, “Are you seriously thinking of leaving him?”

Chloe thumped her chest. “Are you kidding? I want out so bad, I even dream about it!”

Julian lowered his gaze, rolling his prayer beads between his fingers. “Just stay focused with the needles, alright? Last time you spaced out and almost poked a new hole in my skull.”

Chloe was speechless.

By the time Chloe left the Rowe residence, it was already past seven in the evening.

Suddenly, a pair of high beams flashed in her direction, and Chloe slammed on the brakes in shock.

“Chloe, Edward wants to see you at the Old Hamilton Manor,” a voice called out.

Chloe was taken back to the Old Hamilton Manor.

She’d braced herself for another round of yelling, but to her surprise, Edward was actually being nice to her for once.

Edward said, “Ian doesn’t want a divorce, which means he still cares about you. Since Andrea’s kid isn’t even his, why not let it all slide and just focus on a real life with lan? Leave the past in the past.”

Chloe stood in front of Edward, sarcasm flaring up inside. “Edward, did your son never mention that lan was slapped with divorce papers right there in the shareholders‘ meeting?”

Edward replied, “Young people need to look at the big picture. The entire Hamilton estate will be inherited by your children with lan someday. Don’t let one issue hold you back.”

Chloe let out a cold laugh. “I couldn’t care less about the Hamilton family’s wealth and status.”

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Shane had finally lost his patience. He pointed straight at Chloe and snapped, “Men are cheating left and right these days. Ian’s top–tier! And that kid, he’s not even his–so he’s never done you dirty. Honestly, you should take a hard look in the mirror. What are you even whining about?”

Chloe fired back, her voice unwavering, “Doesn’t matter how amazing your son is–I’m not living with him, and I’m sure as hell not having his kids. Want a standoff? Fine by me. I’ve got nothing to lose, so what do I care?”

Edward’s expression twisted with anger. “I threw money at that Andrea woman to get rid of her, never thought Ian would drag home someone like you. Some luck this family’s got!”

When lan showed up, Edward was hunched on the couch, wheezing with anger, Shane was blowing his top, and the whole living room was a madhouse. Chloe just hung back, playing spectator to the family meltdown.

Ian stepped up to Chloe, a worried look on his face. “You okay?” he asked.

He gave her a quick scan, making sure she hadn’t caught a stray slap or anything. Satisfied, he said, “Head out to the car and wait for me.”

Chloe tossed Ian a glance–equal parts cold and fed up–then turned on her heel and left the room.

Once Chloe was out the door, Shane snapped, “Ian, listen up–Philip’s never lost a case, and Chloe’s one hundred percent done with you. If you don’t get ahead of this fast and grab the reins yourself, you’re gonna get played, mark my words.”

Shane wasn’t finished. “And as for Andrea—if you don’t deal with her now, don’t blame me or your grandpa when we stop saving your face.”

Ian didn’t back down. “Dad, I’ll say it again–I handle my own problems.”

Ian slid into the driver’s seat and glanced over at Chloe, who was glued to her phone in the passenger seat.

He hesitated for a moment, then fired up the engine.

The whole ride home was dead silent.

Chloe headed straight into the master bedroom and locked herself in.

Ian stood outside the door, hesitating for a moment.

He knocked, saying, “Hey, open up. I’m out of bath towels.”

Chloe cracked the door just wide enough to toss a towel out.

Ian tried the door handle, but Chloe instantly locked it again from inside.

Ian stood outside the door, silent for what felt like ages, before finally bending down to scoop up the towel.

The next morning, lan showed up at Philip’s firm.

In the lounge, sunlight poured in through the sweeping panoramic windows as Philip handed lan a fresh cup

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They matched each other in height and had almost identical taste in clothes, but when it came down to presence, they were worlds apart.

Philip had that calm, charming swagger, while lan radiated an icy, blue–blooded vibe.

Once the assistants were gone, Philip gave a relaxed smile. “You sure know how to pick your moments, Mr. Hamilton–what brings you here in person today?”

Ian cut right to the chase. “Mr. Foster, whatever problems Chloe and I have, it’s not enough for a divorce. This is between me and my wife–I hope you’ll keep out of it.”

Philip’s face was all business. “Chloe is both Simon’s godmother and his attending physician. If she ever needs. my help, I will always have her back.”

Ian shot back, “You’re taking my wife’s divorce case for free? Don’t try and tell me you’re not after something, Mr. Foster.”

Philip didn’t blink. “Of course I am.”

Noting Ian’s sour expression, Philip grinned, “All I want is for Chloe to be happy. If she’s happy, Simon’s happy. And if Simon’s happy, nothing makes me happier.”

Ian got to his feet, clearly done with the conversation. “Chloe and I go way back–twenty years together isn’t something you can just tear apart overnight. If you’re set on going toe–to–toe with the Hamilton Group’s lawyers, then let’s see who comes out on top.”

Philip totally got what Ian was implying, but he stayed cool and escorted him to the door, keeping things polite.

As Ian walked out of the firm, Mitchell carefully asked, “Mr. Hamilton, what did Mr. Foster say?”

Ian got into the car and tugged at his collar, clearly annoyed.

Philip and Chloe had only known each other for a short while, but Ian never thought Philip would risk ticking off the whole Hamilton family just for her.

Ian leaned back against the headrest, eyes shut tight. “How’s everything going with Andrea?”

Mitchell answered warily, “No progress so far.”

Jan’s brow furrowed with impatience. “Take me back to the office.”

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