"Isn't it because you spoiled him too much before? He probably thought you were just making a fuss about the divorce and didn't take it seriously. But when he realized you meant it and actually left him, that's when he panicked and is now desperately trying to win you back."
Laurent sighed in frustration.
"Let's just eat. No more talking about him, or I'll lose my appetite."
After dinner, Laurent told Adeline that she wanted to stay over for the night. Adeline was more than happy to have her and immediately grabbed fresh bedsheets and a duvet cover to change the guest room for her.
Eddie came home at around ten o'clock. Laurent and Adeline were just about to wash up and get ready for bed when he walked in. Taking a glance at Laurent, he then said to both of them,
"I saw a Bentley parked downstairs—really stands out. Could it be... Lord Washington's?"
