Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem novel Chapter 789

The staff from the local registry office came rushing over!

All flustered and panting, it was clear he was in a hurry.

Just last night, Tarquin had arranged for an expedited marriage certificate because he said he wanted a divorce, and insisted on getting the divorce papers by this morning!

But, come morning, the registry office hit a snag, and the marriage certificate was only just sorted out.

The boss, worried sick that Tarquin might miss his deadline and take offense, decided to send the marriage certificate over first.

To show that if Tarquin couldn't get his divorce papers by noon, it wasn't the registry's fault, but his own for not showing up.

The messenger was a young guy in his early twenties, with an air of innocence about him,

"Mr. Bradford, your marriage certificate is ready. You can proceed with the divorce whenever you're ready."

Tarquin, clearly not yet calmed down, blurted out, "My wife's name is Elysia?"

The employee paused, wondering if the big shot didn't know his own wife's name?

He double-checked the document he was holding, "Yes, her name is Elysia."

Tarquin suddenly grabbed his wrist, tightly, "Are you sure?"

The employee, startled and trembling, unsure whether Tarquin was thrilled or furious, was too scared to answer directly. He squinted at the marriage certificate again for confirmation,

"Yes, your wife's name is definitely Elysia."

Tarquin: "Hah!"

Employee: "?!?"

Tarquin: "Hahaha..."

The employee was baffled, "Mr. Bradford, are... are you okay?"

Tarquin: "My wife's name is Elysia!"

This time it wasn't a question, but a statement.

The employee, still confused, nodded, "Yes, your wife is named Elysia."

What followed was Tarquin showing off like he was unveiling a prized possession!

He boasted to the registry staff!