Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 1518

*She's been in love with me for fifteen years. What makes you think you could ever compete with me?*

That single sentence was like a fatal strike, landing perfectly on Joel's heart.

It was the harsh reality.

If her feelings for Harold had wavered even slightly over those fifteen years.

They would have divorced ages ago.

If she didn't love him, no amount of fighting for her would ever make a difference.

"You better keep your word."

Joel looked at the approaching Lorelei and flashed a warm, gentle smile. "Lorelei, I'm heading out. I hope Eleanor has a speedy recovery. And I wish you... both, a lifetime of happiness."

"Thank you, Joel."

Lorelei instinctively stepped to Harold's side, offering a polite, appreciative smile.

"Yeah."

Joel took one last, long look at Lorelei, then shifted his gaze to the absurdly hyper-vigilant man beside her. He smirked playfully and tossed out a parting shot, "If Harold ever bullies you and you want a divorce, just say the word. I'll draft the papers for you."

"Uh." Lorelei's smile stiffened as she blinked. "I don't think that will be necessary."

"It's no wonder you're still single," Harold sneered, tightening his grip on Lorelei's hand. "Everything that comes out of your mouth is utterly obnoxious."

Joel was struck speechless.

—

Back in the room.

Martha was gently feeding Eleanor some water. Seeing the couple walk in hand in hand, a look of profound satisfaction spread across Eleanor's face. Her lips curled upward.

"Harold, come here."

"Grandma."

Harold stepped forward and took a seat beside her, his posture perfectly respectful.

"Martha told me everything that happened over the past few days," Eleanor murmured softly, her eyes glistening with unshed tears. "Thank you, my boy. If it weren't for you, this old lady would have already gone to meet Lorelei's grandfather."

"Don't say things like that." Harold offered a gentle smile, soothing the elderly woman. "You're going to live to a hundred. You still have to help us raise your great-grandchildren."

"You rascal, always knowing exactly what to say to make an old woman happy."

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