Married by Mistake: Mr. Whitman’s Sinner Wife novel Chapter 1140

Chapter 1140

Ryan was shocked at Madeline’s sudden visit. “Did something happen, Eveline? How can I help you?”

Madeline placed her compiled and signed divorce papers in front of Ryan.

“I’ve already compiled the documents, Rye. You just need to sign at the bottom.” Madeline handed him a pen. “I’m grateful to the IBCI for taking care of their worker’s family. However, my family should be Jeremy.”

Ryan’s calm features froze for a second.

“Jeremy already told me that his condition for joining this international criminal investigation organization was for you to protect me and the kids.”

Madeline watched Ryan’s face for any shift in expressions.

“Marrying me must’ve been an order from your superior, and now that the mission is over, I think we should end this relationship that was never meant to be at all. Thank you for protecting us over the past half a year, Rye.”

Ryan listened calmly and took the divorce papers in his hand.

“There’s no way the mission can be considered over the moment feelings got involved.” Ryan glanced at the papers and looked up. “Could you grant me a request, Eveline?”

Madeline gave it some thought and replied, “As long as it’s within my capabilities, I’ll try my best.”

“I’m sure it is.” Ryan smiled as hope tinted his eyes. “It’ll be my 30th birthday in two days. I’d like to spend time with you during such an important moment. Take it as a beautiful way to end this marriage that was in nothing but name.”

It was hardly an outlandish request and Madeline could not think of a reason to decline. “Sure. I’ll bring the divorce papers over again on that day, then.”

“Alright.” Ryan agreed without trying to hold her back.

Madeline did not dwell and left Jones Manor soon after.

Sitting before the French windows in the study, the corner of Ryan’s lips quirked subtly as he stared at Madeline’s retreating figure.

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