30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband

Chapter 256

Since Jason had asked directly, Holly didn’t beat around the bush and stared at Jason as she said. “Jason, are you thinking about remarrying Estrella?”

Jason fixed a cool gaze on her and retorted, “Got a problem with that?”

He was well aware of Holly’s feelings for him and had made his rejection clear. But Holly had insisted that friendship was enough for her. They had known each other for years, so Jason didn’t further push her away.

Jason’s aloof demeanor made Holly frown slightly as she probed further, “Jason, have you forgotten the fire seven years ago? Have you forgotten how Estrella once wanted you dead? Have you forgotten she has a son now?

Jason’s expression darkened as he shot back icily, “Holly, I don’t need you to worry about my affairs or remind me.” He had never liked people meddling in his business or giving unsolicited advice, which was why Holly’s reminder irked him.

Jason was refusing to give her any leeway, so Holly mustered her courage and said, “Jason, did you forget that I have a copy of the evidence you have against Estrella?”

After she said that, Jason fell silent. Over the years, he had given Holly some consideration precisely because she held evidence against Estrella. He didn’t want to stir up this matter again.

After staring at Holly for a long moment, Jason pulled out a cigarette and lighter from his pocket and lit up. Taking a deep drag, he exhaled a thick ring of smoke and asked, “Holly, do you know what you’re saying?”

Although she hadn’t spelled it out, she was threatening him.

Holly watched Jason earnestly, “I know what I’m saying, and, Jason, I’m only reminding you for your own good. Even if I don’t pursue the fire from seven years ago, Estrella has a son. You being with her will just invite ridicule.”

Jason responded indifferently, “That’s my business.”

Holly immediately objected, “I don’t agree.” She continued, “After what Estrella has done, why should she get to have you? Why should you still care for her? Jason, I know I’ll never be with you in this lifetime, but I won’t agree to you being with Estrella, either.”

Though Holly was two years older than Estrella, people had always compared them, with Holly invariably coming up short. Even in matters of the heart, they happened to both fall for the same man, which was quite unfortunate.

Holly couldn’t bear losing the man she had loved for so many years to Estrella. So even if it meant Jason would be upset, she had to speak her mind.

Upon hearing Holly’s disagreement, Jason chuckled, and when he did that, he somehow

Hooked a little bit like Estrella..

After stubbing out his cigarette, Jason asked, “And what grounds do you have to disagree?” He didn’t even let his family dictate his life, so what was Holly to him?

Stung by Jason’s mockery, Holly’s cheeks burned with embarrassment. After a long stare, she said, “I have the evidence of Estrella setting the fire.”

Holly’s declaration brought a sharp edge to Jason’s gaze as he looked at her intently. As their eyes locked, Holly, sensing Jason’s displeasure, said, “Jason, I’m not trying to threaten you, but I simply can’t accept someone who wanted me dead being with the man I love. I promise, as long as you don’t get back with Estrella, this secret will never reach a third party.”

Even if she couldn’t have Jason, she wouldn’t consent to him being with Estrella.

Holly’s demand. After a long look, his face lost its mocking smile, and he said coldly, “If you were to disappear, then certainly a third person would

Holly’s expression changed instantly, and her

this for the sake of Estrella, who wanted him dead. Holly hadn’t anticipated that

stared motionless at Jason, unable to discern if this was still the Jason she liked. “Jason, do you realize what you’re saying?” Holly asked, her voice trembling

replied calmly, “Holly, if you let this slip, you’ll bear

laugh, Holly challenged, “Jason, are you so sure you can outmaneuver me and the Ledford family, or

it

loss for words, Holly fell

when he saw Holly staring at him

confrontation today. He had extended courtesy to her before, but he wouldn’t be

When Jason uttered those harsh words to her, Holly was genuinely shocked. They had nearly thirty years of history together too, and his connection wasn’t only with

with his eyes closed when his assistant reported

stay out of Estrella and Jason’s relationship, yet she had defied him.

even more grave. Shortly after arriving home, he saw Holly walking in, listless. He instructed the maid without hesitation, “Keep

stoking the flames of her anger. “What gives you the right to lock

you to stay out of Estrella and

Holly was sick of it. She scoffed at him. “Don’t tell me you’re also itching to play daddy to Estrella’s kid on the cheap. What’s with you

The air in the room turned to ice. Holly’s eyes widened in shock st

Over some other woman? Do you even know what kind of person Estrella is? Do you

hadn’t meant to hit Holly, but her words had been too much. Estrella’s child was not some cheap child. The kid meant more

Holly’s features in confusion, but she quickly regained her composure. “Do you know, Korey? Seven years ago, that fire, it was Estrella’s doing. She

was cut off as Korey summoned the servants. “Take Miss Holly back to her room.

about to speak, Korey added firmly, “Not

to your

Holly’s eyes brimmed with tears. “Korey, why do you get to do this to me? Why hit me? You think this will win Estrella over? If you’re

and ended up with her, Holly wouldn’t have minded if he became a stepfather. She wouldn’t have cared if he lost in this marriage. She

had only harbored a secret crush,

the Dorvold residence.

rest when her bedroom door suddenly opened. Autumn peeked in, waving Estrella out. “Honey, come here a minute. I got something to

aura, Autumn

Isaac, right? These are some candidates I’ve found for you. Take a look, see

Estrella sighed.

by one in front of her, introducing each one. “This one’s a doctor, your age, from a decent family. Ambitious, with a promising career. A good match for

this one’s a lawyer, just like

a scientist in the military, very distinguished.”

each man, it seemed like they were all perfect for Estrella, all potential fathers for Isaac.

temples. “Mom, I’m swamped with cases, and the Glimmering Lake matter is still open. I’m in no mood for dating.” And the fire from seven years ago still

so is life and Isaac’s physical and