Trick Him Into Divorce, Then Flee With His Unknow Kid novel Chapter 160

Chapter 160: Chapter 160 Not Protection, But Damage Control

Grace’s chest rose and fell as she understood Trevor’s intentions.

"I don’t need you to remind me," she said coldly. "This is a matter between the Taylor and Robinson families. I won’t make anyone else bear the consequences."

Samantha felt a surge of resentment.

Why wasn’t Trevor using Rose as a scapegoat?

At the very least, that would have redirected some of Grace’s anger.

James let out a cold laugh.

"Mr. Robinson, this is a breach of trust on your part."

Trevor met his gaze calmly. "Then what would you have me do, Mr. Taylor? How many more years am I supposed to wait before I’m considered loyal and honorable?"

James’s expression turned icy.

Yet he had no rebuttal.

Rose remained silent.

Ironically, the quietest people in the room were her and...

Ryan.

From the corner of her eye, she could see him sitting there with effortless composure.

How ridiculous.

For seven years, he had been her husband.

Yet now he was nothing more than a spectator watching the drama unfold around her.

Perhaps because she was sitting directly across from him, Ryan immediately noticed her movement.

He lifted his gaze.

Their eyes met.

Rose could see everything reflected there.

Indifference.

Calm.

Not the slightest ripple of emotion.

She wasn’t surprised.

She merely curled her lips into a faint smile.

Grace knew Trevor wasn’t entirely wrong.

Over the years, he had never been involved in any scandals. He was disciplined, decisive, and widely regarded as a man of integrity.

Her expression hardened. "Did you come here today to cut ties with the Taylor family once and for all?"

Trevor’s tone remained unchanged. "You’re overstating things. The decision rests with the Taylor family."

Grace scoffed. "The decision rests with the Taylor family?"

Today, Trevor had publicly admitted that he had feelings for another woman.

If the Taylor family pretended nothing had happened and continued with the engagement, they would become a laughingstock.

The rumors alone would be enough to damage their reputation.

Grace couldn’t help glancing at Rose, who had remained silent throughout.

Modest.

Unassuming.

Never one to seek attention.

She rarely encountered a young woman she genuinely liked.

But...

"Rose."

Grace turned toward her. "What do you think? How do you feel about Trevor? What are your thoughts on this relationship?"

The question was directed squarely at her.

Trevor’s brow twitched slightly.

Ryan slowly raised his head as well.

Grace wasn’t simply asking a question.

She was asking Rose to take a position.

Perhaps even urging her to weigh the consequences and make a choice.

James was watching her closely.

Samantha frowned even harder.

At a moment like this, Rose could easily reveal her relationship with Ryan and escape Grace’s resentment.

Samantha absolutely did not want that to happen.

She glanced at Ryan.

His expression remained calm and detached, showing no sign of concern.

Instantly reassured, Samantha believed Ryan would never allow Rose any opportunity to expose the truth.

Rose pressed her lips together. "I’m divorced and widowed. As for relationships, I prefer to let things happen naturally."

Silence filled the room.

Even James and Oliver couldn’t help glancing at Ryan.

Rose wasn’t going to drag Ryan into this after all?

It had to be admitted—

Her answer was clever.

Although Grace was surprised to learn that Rose was divorced and widowed, her expression softened noticeably.

She understood what Rose was doing.

The Robinson family was a prestigious family.

Whether they would accept a divorced woman was uncertain.

By saying she would "let things happen naturally," Rose had neither accepted nor rejected Trevor.

She had avoided offending the Taylor family while preserving Trevor’s dignity.

It was a tactful answer.

Grace sighed.

The sharpness in her demeanor gradually faded.

"My child, I’m not trying to make things difficult for you."

Her voice softened. "A woman’s worth shouldn’t be judged by whether her marriage succeeded or failed, or whether she’s been married before."

She paused. "I’m simply a grandmother who favors her own granddaughter. None of this is directed at you."

For the first time, Grace suddenly looked much older.

Rose was stunned.

She had genuinely believed Grace would resent her.

Grace slowly rose to her feet, her face pale with emotion.

Then she looked directly at Trevor. "Perhaps the Robinson family has long held grievances against the Taylor family."

Her voice was calm but firm. "And I refuse to let my granddaughter be accused of holding someone back."

She took a breath. "Since you’ve chosen to lay everything out in the open today, I won’t force the matter."

Ryan abruptly turned toward her.

Then Grace spoke, enunciating every word. "Once I’ve handled my current affairs, I will formally meet with the Robinson family and discuss dissolving the engagement."

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