Chapter 045

Brian swallowed nervously as everyone pointed accusing fingers at him. How was he supposed to prove himself now? His gaze landed on Lyra, his beloved wife and soulmate. “Lyra,” he whispered, his voice cracking slightly. “Lyra, if you sign those papers, then it means you've allowed them to win.” He began. “Lily, remember everything we've been through together. If you don't trust me now, then it means you've never trusted me.”

Lyra's eyes stung with tears as she heard her husband's words. She clenched her fists by her sides, her body trembling slightly as she faced Lady Elizabeth. “I…” she whispered as she struggled to form the words. “I won't sign those papers,” she said softly as she gazed at Lady Elizabeth. “Grandma, Just like the last time, my husband could have been…”

Lyra wasn't allowed to finish her statement when her face turned to the side by the weight of Lady Elizabeth's slap. Her eyes reddened as tears threatened to spill from her eyes. “Grandma,” she choked as she faced her