Departure with a Belly (Alaric and Victoria) novel Chapter 53

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“Could it be that you don’t trust him enough?” Victoria smiled faintly. “I 

don’t have to worry about things on my end, so what are you afraid of?” 

Seeing that Claudia wouldn’t budge, Victoria added, “Don’t worry. 

Grandma’s surgery is just around the corner. Just wait a few more days, 

and you will get what you want. As long as the surgery is successful, I will 

leave and not return within five years.” 

As Claudia heard her words, she gradually calmed down. 

She’s right. Only a few days left, and it will be all over. When that time 

comes, things will be over for her and Alaric, and I won’t need to be scared 

anymore. 

“Fine, I’ll trust you for the time being. I hope you can keep your 

word.” 

was quiet. Victoria lowered her eyes as she put 

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her hand on her belly. “Let’s hope this goes well, baby. After everything is 

over, Mommy will take you to Grandpa’s place. He will surely take a liking 

to you.” 

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Speaking of Tony, he had called her that day. However, he was busy, and 

Victoria could hear multiple people talking in the background as he called 

her. Thus, she didn’t tell Tony about what had happened since he was 

busy. In the end, both of them talked for a short while before hanging up. 

The day before Griselda’s surgery happened to be a Sunday. Victoria and 

Alaric spent the whole day in the nursing home with her. 

Since Victoria was worried that Griselda would be nervous about 

tomorrow’s surgery, she bought many trinkets to cheer her up. Then, she 

told Griselda about all the interesting things and funny customers she 

encountered at the company, making the older woman laugh cheerfully. 

While they were chatting, Alaric stood beside them and watched. He was 

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expressionless at first, but a tiny smile soon appeared on his face when he 

heard their laughter. 

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At that moment, it felt as though everything was going well. 

Soon, the doctor came in and talked about preparations for the surgery. 

Since Griselda would be having her surgery the next day, Victoria 

suggested, “Why don’t I spend the night with you, Grandma? I can 

accompany you if you can’t sleep.” 

“No, no, no.” Griselda waved Victoria off. “I’m not a child anymore. I don’t 

need someone to stay by my side. Just go home and rest with Alaric. You 

can come again tomorrow.” 

“But…” 

However, Griselda refused Victoria’s idea of staying the night. In the end, 

Alaric grabbed Victoria’s arm and said, “Since Grandma refuses, let’s just 

come by early tomorrow.” 

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“That’s right. You youngsters should get home since it’s getting late. Don’t 

stay here and interrupt my rest.” 

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“Alright, then…” Victoria could only oblige. Then, she went up to Griselda 

and hugged her. “Sleep well, Grandma. We’ll be here first thing tomorrow.” 

“I’ll remember that.” Griselda poked Victoria’s nose as she spoke. “You are 

a young woman, yet you nag more than I do.” 

In the end, Victoria left with Alaric. On their way back, Victoria tried to 

speak to him but held back since the driver was there too. Meanwhile, 

Alaric didn’t notice her reaction as he talked about what they should do for 

tomorrow’s precautions. His voice was deep and steady. As Victoria heard 

his words, she hummed in response. 

When they returned home, the driver left while the duo returned to their 

room. While taking off his suit, Alaric said to her, “Go take a bath and get 

some rest.” 

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“Okay.” Victoria didn’t refuse and grabbed her clothes. After thinking for a 

moment, she turned around and asked, “There is something I’ve been 

meaning to ask you.” 

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Alaric had taken off his jacket and was undoing his tie. When he heard her 

words, he stopped what he was doing and stared at her. “What is it?” 

“Do we get the divorce before Grandma’s surgery or after?” 

As soon as her words fell, Victoria could feel a cold aura emitting from 

Alaric. Then, he stared at her intently. 

Looking into his eyes, Victoria shuddered as chills ran down her spine. In 

that split second, she realized it was bad timing to bring up such a matter. 

After all, Griselda was going into surgery tomorrow, so Alaric wouldn’t be in 

a good mood. 

After thinking it through, she apologized to him. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have 

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brought this up. Let’s discuss this after Grandma’s surgery. Get some rest 

soon, Alaric.” 

After talking, she turned around and left when Alaric blocked her path. “Are 

you dying to get a divorce with me?” he asked, staring at her with a 

darkened gaze. 

“No. It’s just that…” 

“I’ll do as you wish.” 

At that moment, Victoria was stunned and looked at him dumbly. 

Alaric’s eyes were as cold as ice, and his voice was frosty as he spoke. 

“We’ll get a divorce once the city hall is open for business.” With that, he 

turned ground and walked into the bathroom. 

Didn’t he ask me to take a shower first? thought Victoria. 

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Bang!