All Chapters of Divorced and Dominant: Now You Cry?: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

"Ashton, let's part ways on good terms. Sign the divorce papers."Ashton Gray looked at Roxy Sloan, the woman he loved most, as he pleaded quietly, "It's my mother's 60th birthday today, Roxy! You know she has a weak heart. Can't we talk about this tonight instead? Please, I'm begging you!"A feast was laid out on the dining table, and the family had gathered around it. Roxy's parents, Michael Sloan and Tanya Forrest, as well as her younger siblings, Robert and Renee Sloan, were all dressed in finery.Irene Lowe, Ashton's plainly dressed mother, was also sitting there with his five-year-old daughter, Celia Gray, who drooled as she stared at the cake.There was one other person in the house—Calvin Emerson, Roxy's first love. She'd just brought him back after picking him up at the airport.A flicker of hesitation flashed across Roxy's eyes, but she still shook her head. "We must sign it now.""Ash! Roxy! What are you two whispering about? Come take your seats and eat!" Irene urged.

Roxy froze on the spot. Ashton had never spoken to her so harshly before! It felt as if the man before her now had changed."How can you be so ungrateful, Ashton? Let me make this clear! If anything happens to your mother, don't you dare pin it on us! It's got nothing to do with our family!" Tanya snapped sharply."Stop it, Mom!" Roxy said."What's wrong with what I'm saying? It's the truth! Thank goodness you two had a prenup made before the wedding. Otherwise, it would've been a nightmare sorting out your assets in the divorce."Roxy let out a soft sigh before looking at Ashton. "As long as you're willing to sign this divorce agreement, you can ask for anything you want, apart from custody of Celia. As long as it's within my ability, I'll do my best to satisfy your demands."I just hope we can end things on a good note. In the future… maybe we can even remain friends.""What on earth are you saying, Roxy!" Renee exclaimed, fretting so anxiously that she even teared up. "Have yo

Sylvia's voice was soft and sultry as she spoke while leaning against Ashton. Their suggestive pose infuriated Roxy, who snapped, "Let go of Ashton, Sylvia!"Sneering, Sylvia asked, "Why should I?"Biting her lip, Roxy turned to Ashton. "Ashton, can't you see she's only clinging to you on purpose? Do you really think she's genuinely interested in you? She's just trying to provoke me! Can't you see that?"Ashton replied evenly, "So what if she is?"Holding her anger in check, Roxy said, "Even though we're getting a divorce, there's no reason for you to degrade yourself. This isn't the person you used to be!""Now that displeases me, Roxy. How is Ashton degrading himself by being with me?" Sylvia asked as she flicked her hair to the side and smiled. Her tone grew serious as she declared, "And besides, my feelings for Ashton are real. I'm not doing this to provoke you. You think too highly of yourself.""Why, you…" Roxy clenched her fists, feeling a sharp pang in her chest that she

After Calvin's emphatic protest, Roxy said nothing more.Back at the other booth, Sylvia, who'd been eavesdropping the whole time, clinked her glass against Ashton's.Chuckling, she remarked, "That Calvin sure is trying to act all tough and imposing. Just how desperate is he to show off in front of Roxy? Unfortunately… he's a bit stupid. He probably doesn't even know who he has offended. You've done too good a job protecting Roxy, Ashton."Do you know who owns Noir Bar?""Nope, and I'm not interested in knowing either," Ashton replied. "All I care about tonight is drinking.""I'll join you, Ashton. We won't leave until we're drunk!"Sylvia leaned closer, deliberately letting the air carry the scent of her perfume over to him.Calvin was still urging Roxy to drink up when, soon, a murderous air loomed over them.Moe had returned and was now standing behind a muscular man in a suit. He pointed at Calvin and Roxy while saying, "That's them, boss! It's not about me getting slapped.

Feeling a surge of rage, Roxy said grimly, "It was indeed Ashton who told Calvin to do that, but he didn't mean any harm by it either…"As soon as those words came out, she felt a wash of regret and dared not meet Ashton's eyes."I see," Gene remarked. "I'm a reasonable man myself. Moe, slap Mr. Emerson three times and let him go.""Got it!"Moe sauntered up to Calvin and slapped him hard across the face three times. Calvin's face whipped back and forth as the slaps left bright red handprints on his face. He ended up looking rather pathetic.Once all three slaps were done, the two men subduing Calvin released him.Calvin clenched his jaw, but despite being furious, he dared not let it show. Keeping his head low, he came up to Roxy and muttered, "A wise man doesn't fight battles he can't win, Roxy. Let's leave first. I'll get even with them some other day!""But Ashton—""How is Ashton any of your concern? If we don't leave now, what if these men change their minds? It'll be too