Semua Bab Divorcing My Ruthless Husband : Bab 251 - Bab 260

Stefani had never felt so out of her element as stepping off the plane in Japan. The crisp air held the unfamiliar scent of a new place, and everything around them felt like an adventure waiting to unfold. Despite the anticipation of meeting Jacob's family, especially his strict grandfather, being in a foreign country with him was exhilarating.As they emerged from the airport, Jacob reached out and gently took her hand. His jaw was tight, though his touch was soft to soothe the nerves between them. Stefani squeezed his hand softly, reminding herself they were in this together."I can't believe we are finally here," she said, looking on into the hustle and bustle of Tokyo.Jacob chuckled, though there was a note of strain in his voice. "Yeah. I just wish we weren't walking right into the lion's den."Stefani smiled, trying to lighten his mood. "I'll be fine. We'll be fine."As the car rolled down busy streets, the vibrant lights of Tokyo whizzing by, Stefani's stomach growled a loud,

Stefani awoke early, and the soft morning light filtered through the curtains, gently illuminating the room. Jacob lay beside her, sleeping soundly, his arm protectively cast over her middle. She smiled, not wanting to awaken him, as she slipped from the bed. The house was still in these morning hours, and she felt the garden calling her outside for fresh air and a moment of solitude.She quickly dressed and slipped into a light sweater before tiptoeing out. The air was refreshing as she stepped outside, with the soft sounds of birds waking up, greeting the day. The garden stretched in expanse hedged with perfectly trimmed bushes and bright flowers dripping with dew. On its calming properties, the air carried the scent of jasmine.As she walked through the garden, in a dreamy fashion, toward the far end where a small stone bench sat facing the rising sun, she saw the quiet form of a man sitting and sipping from a delicate cup of coffee. Jacob's grandfather.She

Jacob sat opposite his grandfather, Senior Hansley Carter, in the great, opulent study basked in low golden sunlight that streamed in through the high windows. The unease was palpable inside; the weight of what was about to ensue hung heavy in the air. Primo, Jacob's twin brother, stood silent off to one side with his arms crossed, observing his brother with a lookless face.The silence of the moment drew out, finally broken by Jacob, who leaned forward to speak. "You know why I'm here," he started off, quietly yet firmly.Senior Carter stayed seated, his hands neatly folded on his lap, his sharp and piercing eyes sizing Jacob up. He didn't respond immediately, awaiting Jacob to continue.Jacob took a deep breath. "I want the inheritance," he said flatly, his stare locked with his grandfather's. "But I won't give up Stefani to get it."Primo shifted slightly, his brow furrowed. He didn't interrupt, yet from the tension in his posture, he was as eager to know what was to follow.Senior

It was already bright when Stefani woke up. The daylight shining through the sheer curtains flooded the room with light, creating streams of gentleness and warmth on her bed. She opened her eyes and stretched out, finding the bed beside her empty. Jacob was already awake.She sat up straight, rubbed some sleep from her eyes, and took in the room. The quiet hum of morning outside was peaceful-sounding, almost idyllic. But still, she couldn't help but wonder where Jacob went. She slipped out of bed, pulling a light robe around her and padding towards the door. As she stepped into the hall, the faint scent of coffee reached her, and a small smile lined her lips.Jacob stood in the kitchen, downstairs; she watched him from where she stood, back to her as he busied himself pouring steaming coffee into two cups. His lips curled into a relaxed smile, and his hair was still somewhat tousled from sleep. It was such a simple, homey scene, it made her heart swell with warmth. She approached him

Stefani awoke to the gentle shine of morning light coming in through the curtained window. She stretched lazily. Her hand reached out for Jacob's side of the bed, but he wasn't there. She let a slight frown crease across her face and blinked the rest out of sleep.“Where is he?” she mumbled.She knew Jacob would at least still be beside her, holding on to her sleep. The room was so dead quiet except for the soft music drifting outside up in the basement.Curious, she shrugged off the covers and slid out of bed still wearing her oversized pajamas. She could smell the finely subtle aroma of freshly brewed coffee and something sweet baking wafting through the air. The little nose twitched with excitement as she followed the enticing smell into down the stairs.As she went down, Stefani's eyes widened on what was before her. The whole living room had been transformed. Soft, golden fairy lights draped the walls and opened to a romantic light. Roses and lilies surrounded every nook and cran