The Legendary Man

Chapter 16

The Legendary Man Chapter 16

“Anyway, you can’t call the police,” Emmeline pleaded as tears streamed down her cheeks.

 

As expected, Margaret’s heart softened at the sight of her daughter’s tears. “All right, stop crying. I won’t call the police,” she said, her voice a mix of exasperation and indulgence.

Yet, when she turned to face Jonathan, her expression changed to that of a vicious witch. “Jonathan, would’ve called the police if Emmeline’s reputation wasn’t at stake!” she spat, anger coursing through her veins.

“Whatever!” Jonathan’s patience was at its limit. “Will you or will you not call the police? If the answer is no, I’m leaving now!”

 

“Stop right there!” Margaret yelled harshly. “Tomorrow morning, head to the City Hall with your household registry and file a divorce!”

 

Her order left no room for discussion, and there was a finality to her tone that warned Jonathan not to disobey her.

That was the exact imperious tone of voice she used to order Jonathan around back then. As though the latter was free labor in their family, she made him do the tasks of a housekeeper and cleaner.

 

“I won’t file for a divorce!” Jonathan’s rejection was firm.

“You must!” Margaret roared. “Our family took you in for one whole year. Are you seriously hoping we’ll take you back?”

 

came back to repay what I owe Josephine. From now on, I’ll

Margaret laughed as though she

don’t want to look down on you, but there’s no way someone like you will achieve success in your lifetime, let alone three years. You’re

 of his dinner alone might

an ant to me!” Jonathan sneered. Clearly, he had no respect for the

before him,

ask, “Did you hit your head

can give Josephine ten billion

me. Do you believe me now? Look at how he’s bragging about himself again. Why would you want

 
 
 

enough!” Josephine burst out, sick of

I don’t want to see you here!” she barked, facing

might be a good-for-nothing three years

don’t know him might think he was born into a rich family. But

 gagged

you to scram!” Margaret chimed in, adding fuel

Emmeline hissed as she gave him

welcomed Jonathan and wanted to get rid of

family is forcing you to divorce me because they are in deep water, let me know. I’ll handle the problem for you.” Jonathan had said the same words that afternoon, but Josephine refused

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