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Chapter 41

Author: Summer Knowles
James's eyes darkened, his lip twitching involuntarily.

The woman in front of him had changed so much that she now dared to speak to him in such a tone.

Seeing his silence, Sarah had no interest in prolonging this encounter and turned to leave.

But before she could step away, a strong hand gripped her wrist.

James had run out of patience. He yanked her back roughly, leaving visible marks on her skin.

"Ouch—"

Sarah clutched her aching wrist, glaring up at him.

"James Chancer, what do the hell you want? You—"

"We need to talk."

He cut her off coldly, his eyes unconsciously fixing on her reddening wrist, stirring unexpected emotions.

Sarah let out a harsh laugh. "Sorry, not interested. There's nothing to discuss."

Her dismissal caught James off guard, igniting his anger.

"Sarah, I tried to keep things civil. I gave you money and property out of guilt, but that was before I knew you were involved with another man. Is that why you signed the divorce papers so eagerly? Was it bec
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