My Deceased Wife Wants a Divorce (Hannah) novel Chapter 566

He could be so considerate and gentle with her, understanding her every need, yet his attitude toward Hannah was the complete opposite.

Was it because Hannah had spent all those years selflessly devoted to him, making him so accustomed to it that he thought that was just how their relationship was supposed to be?

Changing a dynamic that had been established over a decade was incredibly difficult, she knew.

But at this point, if he didn't make a change, it would all be for nothing. Not even the most brilliant strategist could help him then.

“Lionel, if you still don’t get it, then there’s nothing more I can do. Because it seems to me that even now, you haven’t humbled yourself enough to just talk to Hannah properly. You’re always making unilateral decisions based on what you think is good for her, but have you ever stopped to ask if that’s what she actually wants?”

Sandra couldn't help but repeat her earlier point.

If he could just let that one sentence sink in, maybe he could change. But if he couldn't, then it was all pointless.

After hearing Sandra's words, Lionel remained silent. He stood there, his hands clenched so tightly the veins stood out on their backs.

He seemed to be deep in thought. After a long moment, he finally spoke.

“Fine, I understand. If what you said actually works, then I’ll do what you asked before. I’ll give you money and connections and help you leave this city. This time, I’ll keep my word.”

But Sandra’s expression didn’t change at his promise.

She slowly raised her eyes, studying Lionel thoughtfully.

Lionel was initially reluctant to pay, but he decided it was better to keep her on his side. He didn’t know if this plan would work, and if it failed, he would need her help again.

So, Lionel had one of his men prepare a check.

As he handed the check to Sandra, it occurred to him that they weren't exactly partners. He still held her parents over her head. He didn't actually need to pay her at all.

But since the check was already written, there was no point in dwelling on it. The most important thing now was to see Hannah.

He contacted a servant at the Temple family estate, asking them to relay a message to Hannah: he needed to see her that afternoon about something very important.