Chapter 119
Elizabeth's eyes were red, her hands hanging by her sides, looking a bit lost.
"Where did you go?" His voice was low, with a hint of scrutiny.
"Just went outside for some air," Elizabeth said softly, not seeming to lie.
"Your grandpa is fine now," Alexander told her.
Elizabeth approached Alexander, eyes full of apology. "Sorry for causing trouble."
"What are you talking about?" He frowned, not liking her tone.
Even though they were planning to divorce, he was still her husband for now. He couldn't just stand by when her grandpa was in trouble.
Just like how Elizabeth attended Lily's birthday banquet, didn't she?
"About the divorce, I..." Elizabeth started.
Alexander interrupted, "No rush, let's talk after your grandpa gets better."
Elizabeth looked up, her eyes watery, resembling a frightened fawn, pitiful and delicate.. She bit her lip and lowered her head in shame.
Alexander's mood shifted. He raised his hand, his fingertips landing on her lips, signaling her to stop biting.
"I didn't do it on purpose," Elizabeth explained softly.
Alexander was taken aback. "What?"
Elizabeth said weakly, "I was afraid you'd think I was playing tricks to avoid the divorce."
Alexander fell silent.
Last time they were getting divorced, Lily suddenly visited. He had misunderstood her then.
Elizabeth really held grudges.
"Got it." Alexander tapped her forehead.
"Go see your grandpa," he reminded her.
Elizabeth nodded, then asked, "Together?"
"No. I have a meeting this afternoon, I'll come see him later," Alexander said gently.
Elizabeth responded with a hum and didn't try to keep him any longer.
As Alexander was about to leave, Elizabeth suddenly hooked his sleeve.
Alexander turned, his gaze falling on her pretty face.
She looked at him gently, and said softly, "Thank you."
Compared to her, Alexander's emotions were really stable. Just dealing with the media was something Elizabeth needed to learn for a long time.
Alexander bent down slightly, his gaze level with hers. Seeing her so obedient, he inexplicably wanted to tease her. "Is that all you have to say?"
Elizabeth met his eyes. "What else?"
Alexander straightened up with his hands in his pockets, casually saying, "Treat me to a meal or something. Just saying thank you is too insincere, isn't it?"
"Then, when grandpa gets better, I'll treat you to a meal," Elizabeth said.
Alexander smiled. "Alright."
"And then, we'll apply for the divorce," she added.
Alexander fell silent.
Once again, he felt that in this game of marriage, it was Elizabeth who wanted the divorce more.
"Elizabeth." At the door of the hospital room, Declan called her. His voice was cold, lacking the usual affection.
Elizabeth turned to look at Declan and immediately said, "Dad."
Alexander took a step back, respectfully saying, "Mr. Percy."
Declan glanced at Alexander, raising his face, his tone not very good, "Thank you for accompanying Elizabeth today. But I hope you won't contact each other in the future."
Both Alexander and Elizabeth were stunned.
Elizabeth tugged at Declan's arm. "Dad," she called softly.
"What are you calling me for? Haven't you been hurt enough by him?" Declan disregarded Alexander's face and questioned, "Elizabeth, you're a girl and need to know what self-respect is."
