Charlene was oblivious to the drama unfolding with Vesta's family. Her own spirits were high, as Helena's health had improved to the point of near-full recovery.
However, the finalization period for her divorce from Thorne was more than halfway over, and he still hadn't returned from his trip. Just a few days ago, Jasmine had mentioned that her father was incredibly busy and had no idea when he could come back.
As the days ticked by and the deadline loomed, Charlene hesitated before sending Thorne a text.
[When are you coming back?]
She didn't receive a reply until the next day.
[Not soon.]
Charlene frowned and typed again: [Can you make it back before the finalization period ends?]
Thorne: [Sorry, not sure.]
She stared at the message, rubbed her temples, and didn't reply.
A short while later, Thorne must have sensed her displeasure, because another message came through: [Are you angry?]
Charlene ignored it. After staring at the screen for a few seconds, she began to type a new message: [Our work schedules are both demanding. At this rate, we'll never get officially divorced. If you don't make it back before this period ends, I'm going to file with the court.]
This time, his reply took a long while: [This is my fault. If I can't make it back, can we please wait to make a decision until I return and we can discuss it?]
Irma wasn't fully aware of all the details, but she knew Thorne and Charlene had filed for divorce again recently. She also knew Thorne had been away on business for a long time. She refrained from asking about their affairs.
After dinner, they chatted for a long while. Irma asked about Helena's health again before finally taking her leave.
Once she was gone, Helena turned to Charlene. "He's still not back?"
"No," Charlene confirmed.
Helena's brow furrowed. She could understand that Thorne's work was demanding, but this had dragged on for far too long. This couldn't continue.

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The readers' comments on the novel: Unknown Divorce Revelation Beyond Time (Charlene and Thorne)
761 chapters and they still couldn't divorce...
Is the universe against the divorce now?...
It is now mind numbing excruciating and irritating in the Chinese version where Thorne is ambiguous and now openly again intimate with Vesta, she leans and mutters sweetly holding his arm! And her clan are viciously demeaning Charlene while Thorne is within hearing distance. There is no justice no reparations for Charlene. Utter disheartening this novel is now...
Thorne must have bashed his head somewhere....
Chapters 480 and on are repeat from previous chapters. What's up with that? Time to stop reading this novel....
Thanks for the update. Keep them coming please!...
Any hope for Vesta being brain-dead?...
Thanks PINKK889 for the info. The same version is also on You tube except dubbed in English and titled “ I divorced my husband who cheated now begging me to come back” Enjoy...
Gosh, this is excruciating ! The slow pace made me leave this for over 3 months. Was just taking a peek and not much development. Btw they have now made this into a 3hr 40 min long drama.Available on daily motion under, the name, next chapter without you. But all the other fringe characters such as York Granger Gaylord are missing in the movie. Ending is very satisfying, practical and apt. She chooses to leave thorne and jasmine and be with Stewart. Vesta and family are inter national wanted Criminals. Not sure if they replicate the same on here. As this book is now on the app for more than 9 months, have a feeling it'll be another 6 to 9 months before this is completed!...
Stewart and Charlene will the best match, both power players!...