The Husband Clause Novels & Stories

Hannah sighed and then began to read the terms Alden had presented. The first few points were relatively straightforward, such as the agreement being valid for the duration of the marriage. The marriage was indefinite unless Alden decided to end it. Hannah had no right to ask for a divorce. She had to keep secrets and protect the reputation of the family, especially the Harrison family. Hannah was prohibited from discussing marital matters with anyone, not even her family. The absurd clause that Hannah couldn't bother Alden in any situation could still be tolerated by her. After all, who would want to deal with such an irritating man? That was Hannah's thought.

"And your husband?" I glanced at the clasp on my bag, still smiling. "We're divorcing. I'm sure the hospital's heard by now—Peter's been hanging around OB-GYN. Says she's his sister, but come on, Rebecca. We're both women. We know what that really means." She didn't say a word. Just signed the resignation. "Yuna, the world's a lot bigger when you stop tying yourself to love." I took the papers and headed to my office to pack.

"Nate, redo the divorce agreement my way. If you refuse, I'll find her no matter where she moves. Even if you drag me to the police station, I'll fight you to the end. "A mistress has no right to spend my money or sleep with my husband. "You guys, bring him back. Since he's injured, he should stay in the hospital and rest properly." "You wouldn't dare!" Nate blustered. I laughed. "What wouldn't I dare? My family hasn't even said a word yet. Do you really think that's because they don't want to get involved or because they're scared?" I patted his face. "Don't forget how I married you in the first place. I had all that money!"

After signing the divorce papers, I dialed my mentor’s number. “Professor Mary, about that research project in the Arctic—the one developing a new drug—please add my name back to the team.” Mary’s excited voice burst through the speaker. “You’ve changed your mind? That’s wonderful! The military will send someone to pick you up in ten days. But Aurora, I have to remind you again. Once you join this mission, your personal information will be erased. Your husband… with his extreme need for control… will he agree?”

Clause Three: No involvement in each other’s corporations. Clause Four: Divorce may be requested after one year – if all conditions are met. She scoffed. “At least one year of prison instead of a lifetime.” “Keep reading.” She flipped to Clause Five, and froze. Her breath left her body. CLAUSE FIVE – THE EMOTIONAL CLAUSE Should either party fall in love with the other, the marriage contract becomes void. All shares revert to the spouse who does not harbor emotional attachment. Celeste stared, stunned. “This is insane.”

I stole a glance at him, and the smirk he gave me promised trouble. And I couldn’t help but think… Maybe my husband's open marriage suggestion wasn’t such a bad idea after all.

"Remember, not everyone is like you. Avoid interjecting. Allow me to conclude. Clause Three. The husband is not allowed to have a close relationship with another lady after marriage. Clause Four states that the wife is entitled to all of his assets if he cheats or simply flirts. Everything concerning having children is decided by the woman. He assists if she requests them. He stops talking about it if she doesn't.” For a few moments, the connection was silent. Then, at precisely the same moment, Vance and the man next to him started talking. "This dude's completely whipped." Haley’s throat constricted. "So... should I actually go through with this?" Both of them responded without hesitation

"Tell me." Ethan rubbed his face. "There was one. Standard. Protects assets, companies, family trusts. You signed it the day we married. Remember?" "Vaguely. It was a blur. Courthouse, rings, paperwork." She crossed her arms. "What clause?" He hesitated. "If the marriage becomes public knowledge—through either of us—there's a trigger. Automatic dissolution unless both parties consent to continue within forty-eight hours. And... a financial penalty. For breach of confidentiality."

I turned the page. Clause Seven. I stopped. "Fidelity and Discretion. For the duration of this marriage, both parties shall conduct themselves with absolute fidelity, and shall not form any romantic or intimate attachment with any other person." I remembered writing it. It had been the easiest clause of all. Whitlock had read it over his spectacles and said, "Victor, are you sure? It does cut both ways." "It must," I said. "If Patricia's lawyers find a single thread, they will pull the whole sweater."

I knew he was this brazen because of the marriage contract. One of the clauses stated that neither party had the right to interfere with the other party having a relationship outside the marriage, since it was a marriage of convenience. I hadn't thought much about that clause because I knew Tristan to be a principled man. He barely even looked at other women, so how could that man possibly think of having an affair? Joke's on me! “Did you just hear that, Anna? Your husband just admitted to an affair. Wow. Is this how the Brookes roll? Brazenly disgusting!”