30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband

Chapter 272

he was, staring at Estrella with a firm resolve in his eyes, “Estrella, if you’re considering getting back with Jason, I’m against it. You don’t even need to ask why. You can be with anyone else, but Jason is out of the question.”

Ever since Jason asked him to step aside for Holly, Cole had had an unfavorable view of this marriage. Cole had never intended for his daughter to be with Jason for a lifetime. Now that they had finally settled things cleanly why would they bother with a marriage. again?

Playing the villain for once, Cole stood his ground against the reunion with Jason. Estrella couldn’t help but find humor in his staunch opposition. She teased, “What about Bryce?”

Cole’s face darkened instantly. “Why must you always involve yourself with the Nelsons? Are they the only men on earth?” His voice grew stern, “And I definitely do not agree with Bryce. If you even mention the name of their cousin Robert, Estrella, believe me, I’ll have words with you.”

Knowing Estrella was never serious, Cole preempted her, even bringing up young to make his point.

Robert

Estrella chuckled at her father’s rare anger, “Don’t worry, Dad. I’ll handle it.”

Cole’s disapproval of their remarriage was expected. Estrella had seen the disappointment in his eyes three years ago when she was hospitalized after the fall. It was clear he would never support Jason again, even though he had once been in favor of their marriage.

After her talk with Cole, Estrella took a deep breath as she left his study, then retreated to her own room. No sooner had she entered than she saw Isaac, fidgeting on the bed, looking around as if searching for someone.

“What’s up, buttercup? Why are you awake?” Estrella sat beside him on the bed.

Isaac looked up, still drowsy, “Mommy, where’s Uncle Jason?”

Estrella draped a light blanket over his sleeping bag, “He went home, sweetheart.”

Hearing this, Isaac clambered into Estrella’s lap, finding comfort in her embrace.

gently rocked him, trying to soothe him back to

raised his head

kissed his forehead, “He will come over

Jason…

accepted him again. It wasn’t just about verbally calling

need to

then added, “Uncle

laughter faded. They stared at each other, and Estrella felt a pang of empathy for Isaac. He was such a small child, but he made the decision to share his most treasured person. It was clear he had truly taken Jason to heart.

it’s because he loves. me, just like you love me. Isaac loves Mommy so much, you’d want others to

to Mommy was about love, not competition. They could both look after her, and he

planting a kiss on his cheek, “Close your

into her

patted his back, Estrella hoped he would grow up open-hearted, not burdened by her and Jason’s complicated past. She longed for Isaac to be surrounded by love and

was Jason calling. Quietly, she took the

voice was soft, “Yeah, just got in. Estrella, I miss you.” It wasn’t a lie. He really did miss them. As he left the Dorvold family home, he found himself longing for a life together with Estrella

with Cole still heavy on her mind. Sensing her silence, Jason

know

not on board. He’s pretty set on his decision.”

then resolved, “I’ll talk

Jason out, Estrella mentioned, “But Isaac really likes you.”

face, “Isaac’s opinion is important, and so is yours. I hope. you can like me again.” hey

her phone aside, took a

Sandalwood Oasis.