30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband

Chapter 119

After Paula placed the lunch on his desk, she pulled out the chair opposite him and sat down, leaning in conspiratorially. “Jason, I’m working at the company now. Even though my brother is managing my shares, I’m the largest shareholder, holding the same amount as he does.”

She’d been itching to boast about this to Jason for some time, but the right moment had never presented itself. What she hadn’t considered was that Estrella was an only child. The entirety of Nelson International would be hers someday. If she wished, Cole could transfer his shares to her right now.

“Congrats,” Jason uttered without much fanfare.

“Jason, the Lamonts and the Nelsons have always been tight. Grandpa approved of this project collaboration himself. Sure, Estrella and I had our differences, but nothing could affect the bond between our families.

“And let’s face it. You’ve managed to move past Holly and now you’re with Estrella. So, one day, you’ll divorce Estrella and find new love. I trust that someday you’ll see my worth, and truly appreciate who I am.”

Paula had always believed that she was destined to be with Jason, that she was the one meant to be by his side in the end. So what if they were married? Divorces were a dime a dozen these days. She wouldn’t be surprised if theirs was around the corner. Her confidence was unshaken.

Jason picked up the phone on his desk and dialed Drew, “Drew, bring a couple of security guys over.”

Paula was still clueless when Drew arrived with the guards. Seeing Paula, he promptly said, “Miss Paula, if you please.”

A puzzled Paula looked at Jason. “What’s this about, Jason?”

He ignored her, signaling Drew, who gestured to the guards. They lifted Paula from her seat. “My apologies, Miss Paula.”

“Jason!” she cried. Her voice trailed as she was taken away.

Once she was gone, Jason felt a sense of peace. Those who should seek him out didn’t, while the uninvited just kept showing up.

Paula’s mention of the project weighed on Jason’s mind. He had to admit, Erin’s skills and capabilities surpassed those of his father. The fact that Lamont Corporation could climb out of such a crisis and secure a partnership with the Nelsons spoke volumes.

No sooner had Jason dealt with Paula than his phone buzzed. It was Keith. “Jason, bring Estrella over for dinner tonight,” came Keith’s steady voice.

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“Sure,” Jason agreed.

evening, Estrella stepped out of her law firm to find Jason’s car waiting. The air was chilly, and he smoked

the passenger seat, Estrella quipped, “Showing off,

to avoid her, but now there was no pretense.

cigarette, started the car, and announced,

lipstick. “Got it. Kristin called

finished, Jason asked, “Trying to

the mirror, and then turned to Jason.

response was a playful

Kristin’s stern face. Something was off. Kristin usually greeted Estrella

hand, warning, “The

smiled, understanding the tension. That explained Kristin’s

wants

pocketed his hands.

lively Paula bounced out. “Jason, you’re back!” Her smile faded when she Estrella, even

how far is that hot spring mentioned? Maybe we should go for a

good,” Jason agreed.

likes someone, nothing else matters. Don’t take it personally. Lovey-dovey couples are all like that. You’ll understand once you’re

not into you, and neither am I. He’s happy

hurt in her eyes. “Don’t you

replied smoothly, “I didn’t say that. But like my son, I only have eyes for Estrella, my

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