His Belated Love for the Abandoned Ex Wife novel Chapter 326

Chapter 326 Lily’s Rumor

Once she arrived in Eduler City, she was completely alone-a stranger in a strange land-and on the of giving birth. At her most vulnerable, when she had nowhere else to turn, Brandon requested a tra to a women’s hospital right there in Edulet.

They moved in together. Brandon stepped up, taking care of her and Harper with the protective dev of a big brother. They were roommates for a solid year. It wasn’t until her life stabilized and she established her own career in the city that Brandon transferred back to his original hospital for work.

She owed Brandon a debt of gratitude she could never hope to repay.

And the facts remained the same: they had shared a roof for over a year.

Iris didn’t offer an explanation. Instead, she countered coolly, “Ms. Prescott, you’re repeating hearsay. D you have any actual proof?”

Lily feigned wide-eyed innocence. “What proof would I need? I heard it straight from Celeste. That’s wh brought it up. Besides, Julian and I grew up together for over thirty years. My concern is that he’s being played for a fool.”

Iris remained unfazed. “Come back and gossip when you have evidence to back up your claims.”

With that, she turned on her heel and walked toward Julian’s car.

Julian opened the passenger door for her. Iris slid in, fastened her seatbelt, and glanced back to ensure Harper was securely buckled in before relaxing.

Julian shut the door. As he walked around the front of the vehicle, Lily darted forward, blocking his path.

“Julian, don’t let her make a fool of you,” Lily urged, her voice dripping with desperation. “She was with Brandon for three years. They lived together in Eduler City. If you look into it, you’ll see. Even after Brandon came back, they stayed in touch the whole time. They were carrying on a long-distance affair.”

The Everhart elders looked on in disbelief, their expressions darkening as uncertainty took hold. The younger generation stood back, watching the drama unfold like spectators at a tennis match. Beatrice anxiously wrung her hands, her eyes betraying her deep concern

Julian’s gaze turned glacial. “Who are you?”

“Huh?” Lily was caught flat-footed, unable to process the question.

rage. He used the back of his hand “What does Iris’ past have to do with you?” Julian’s face contorted with to shove her shoulder, pushing her aside with force. “Get out of my way. Don’t block me

Lily stumbled back, barely managing to keep her balance.

Julian go into the car, buckled up, and drove off without a backward glance

Lily’s chest heaved with indignation. She clenched her jaw, glaring at the retreating car with a twisted look of pure hatred.

Chapter 326 Lily’s Rumor

Worry about yourself,” Jenny shot back with disdain, turning to help her grandmother into the ho

The drive back to the city was heavy with tension. Julian remained sullen, focusing intently on the maintaining a stony silence for the entire journey.

Iris was fighting a battle within her own mind.

Was Julian waiting for her to come clean on her own?

If she were to explain, she would have to start from the beginning-the kidnapping, the forced abor the terrifying ordeal.

And if the mastermind behind it all turned out to be his own father.

Would that turn father and son into enemies?

If Julian chose to forgive his father, where would that leave her?

Iris let out a long, weary sigh. Her thoughts were a tangled knot, her head throbbing with a dull ache. S rested her head against the cool glass of the window, lost in the maze of her own mind.

The four-hour drive included a brief half-hour stop at a service plaza to stretch their legs.

They pulled into the driveway around dusk.

After dinner, Iris busied herself putting away clothes in the closet. Julian took charge of Harper, giving he a bath, scrubbing her hair, and blow-drying it until it was soft and fluffy.

Night settled over the villa. The living room was bathed in warm light. Julian sat on the sofa, reading a picture book aloud to Harper.

Iris finished her shower and walked into the living room in her pajamas.

She had just taken a seat when she heard Julian ask, “Want to sleep in Dad’s room tonight?”

Harper shook her head vigorously. “No. I want to sleep with Mommy tonight.”

Julian pressed his lips together, a wry, bitter smile touching his features. He gently rubped Harper’s head. sounding a little defeated. “Alright, then. You sleep with Dad tomorrow.”

Harper beamed. “Okay. One day for Mora, one day for Dad.”

Julian looked up. His gaze was deep and complicated as it locked onto Iris.

Their eyes met. A jolt of inexplicable nervousness shot through Iris. She quickly lowered her eyes to avoid his scrutiny, her heart a mess of conflicting emotions.

All day, Julia hadn’t brought up what Lily had said. She couldn’t tell if he simply didn’t want to ask, or if he was waiting for her to broach the subject herselt. Either way her mind was in turmoil. She wanted to explain, but she couldn’t find the right opening

Iris took Harper to her room to sleep. Late into the night, once Harper was fast asleep. Iris quietly slipped

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Chapter 326tily’s Rumor

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