Divorce Him, Then Dazzle novel Chapter 184

Barbara, on the other hand, had seen through the facade to the truth, knowing Daniel wasn't reliable.

That was why, back then, even though Daniel was the best prospect, she had decisively gone abroad, giving him no chance at all.

Now that she was claiming to have a boyfriend, Camilla was genuinely surprised. What kind of man could possibly make Barbara stop her hunt and willingly submit to him alone?

"She found one," Adah said. "And she mentioned that if there's a chance, she'll bring him home for us to meet over the holiday. Camilla, just think about it. It's the first time Barbara is bringing a boyfriend home. If he finds out you're divorced, how could our family hold its head up? He's from a prominent family, and they care deeply about propriety. If he breaks up with Barbara because of this, can you bear that responsibility?"

"If he would break up with Barbara just because I got divorced, do you really think that relationship is reliable? Someone who truly loves another person would never break up over something like that."

"Don't you get sharp-tongued with me," Adah snapped. "In short, we do not approve of the divorce. If you really insist on taking him to court, fine! We'll go and testify for Daniel. Do you think the judge will believe your side of the story, or will they believe us?"

"You!" Camilla was both shocked and furious. "How could you do this!"

"We've said what we have to say. You'd better think carefully!"

The line went dead with a dial tone.

Camilla's arm dropped limply to her side.

How could they…

To stop her from getting a divorce, to prevent her from embarrassing them, to ensure she didn't interfere with Barbara's love life and marriage, they were willing to go this far!

To testify in court, and to commit perjury at that!

How could university professors say such things? How could they do such things?

Suddenly, Camilla felt a sense of resignation. They had no morals, no bottom line. Why should she still hold out any hope for them?

She understood it all logically, but emotionally, it was hard to accept. Despite being disappointed by them time and time again, a part of her still longed for familial affection.

When she was little, maybe a bag of snacks or a piece of fruit from them was enough to make her happy. Her young heart would tell her that they loved her.

"Huh, you want to drink?" Catheleen was surprised. "I thought you didn't like the taste. Don't force yourself."

Paulina added, "If you don't like it, you don't have to drink."

Camilla said, "I want to. Tonight is special. Let's not go home sober!"

Her heart felt heavy and oppressed. Maybe a drink would help.

Catheleen quickly said, "Okay, you can drink, but you're staying with me tonight."

Camilla nodded. "Okay."

Catheleen handed her a glass. "Drink it slowly…"

Before she could finish, Camilla lifted the glass and downed the brandy in one go.