The Queen Returns—And She's Unforgiving novel Chapter 182

Deborah's expression tightened slightly.

"It's… It's not because you've been married to him for three years without carrying his child, is it?" she asked.

"Granny, you're overthinking it. Lucas has never cared about that." Evelyn shook her head.

If it were just about not having children, it wouldn't have been like this. Besides, Lucas had never once considered having her bear his child.

Deborah had originally thought that Evelyn would be feeling quite down, but after observing her, it was clear that Evelyn wasn't bothered. She had truly let go.

Only then did Deborah relax and gently pat Evelyn's hand. "That's good. Whatever you do, I'll support you."

Evelyn gave a small, cool smile, her usually indifferent eyes softening with warmth.

She stayed the night with Deborah, and they discussed Leonard's situation. The liver donor had been confirmed, and they were just waiting for the surgery to be scheduled. For the Reed family, it seemed like both the divorce and Leonard's health had brought a double blessing.

…

Evelyn called Maggie on Wednesday morning.

"Maggie, I can't reach Lucas. Could you please pass on a message for me? Tell him to go back and clear out his things from the study."

Lucas was in the elevator at Bluezen when he received the call.

Maggie's voice came through clearly. "Mr. Grant, Mrs. Grant asked me to pass on this message. Do you have time?"

The elevator space was confined, and the sound from the phone carried over. The executives around him exchanged confused glances.

Mrs. Grant? What did that mean?

Lucas, with his hand in his pocket, casually replied, "Got it. Tell her I'll take care of it when I have time."

"Is there anything else you'd like to tell her?"