Mr. Neal, Mrs. Neal’s Gone With The Money

Chapter 10

“Joshua, come with me,” Old Man Neal said, standing up with his cane in hand. Joshua glanced at Cynthia before following his grandfather out of the room and into the adjacent study to discuss matters.

Mrs. Neal stayed with Cynthia, chatting about family matters. She mentioned that if Cynthia ever found Joshua to be a

worthy lifelong partner, their family would always welcome her back.

Cynthia felt warmth in this family. It was like the cozy days she had experienced before her mother passed away.

Half an hour later, Joshua returned from his conversation with Old Man Neal. Joshua appeared unchanged, but Old Man Neal looked somber and visibly unhappy.

Old Man Neal snapped and his emotions were crumbling, “Get out of here! Don’t make a scene. You have one month left to take good care of Cynthia. If she suffers any grievances, I’ll give all your money to her!”

With his exceptional demeanor, Joshua replied, “Understood.”

As the two were about to leave, Mrs. Neal Senior suddenly spoke up, “Wait.”

Joshua and Cynthia both turned back, the moonlight casting a glow on them, seemingly bringing them closer together. However, it was just an illusion.

“Have you two settled the division of assets for the divorce?” Mrs. Neal Senior was worried Cynthia would be at a

disadvantage.

“Rest assured, I won’t treat her unfairly. She won’t lose a penny,” Joshua said without going into detail, not wanting to give the impression that Cynthia was greedy.

“In addition to the house and car, you should also share some of your stocks and bonds with Cynthia,” Mrs. Neal insisted with no hint of joking.

Joshua hesitated, wondering if he was really their child.

Old Man Neal agreed, “She is right.”

Neal Senior chimed in, “Listen to my wife, and don’t make her worry about you.”

“I understand,” Joshua replied, holding back his frustration. He got in the car with Cynthia.

they no longer

Man Neal had worried expressions on their faces. It was not until the taillights disappeared from their

about it,” Neal

sighed, and Old

you meant by ‘substitute‘ earlier? What secrets are you and your

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promised

“Are you going to tell

Man Neal gave in, “Let’s go back to our room

was not the first time that Joshua had glanced at Cynthia, wanting to ask something but holding

your mind,” Cynthia could

He realized once again that

seat with her eyes closed, “No, I’ve just read some

feeling like she was

split the assets acquired after marriage equally.” Joshua was still grateful to Cynthia for accompanying his family in

need. What we agreed

at her with

one moment and

the next.

acquired after marriage. Half

unwillingly.

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Joshua using those assets to support Jayleen made her

your money in

silent, disagreeing with that

division according to their prior discussion.

pushed it toward Joshua. “It’s

tomorrow.”

falling on the elegantly written ‘Cynthia.‘ He could not help but wonder what she felt when she signed the agreement. He was the one who wanted the marriage, and now he was the one

if his conscience

at her phone, waiting for Mitchell’s reply. Upon hearing Joshua call

divorce, if you encounter any difficulties, you can come to me. My grandparents and parents like you quite a bit. Even if we’re not married, we can still be friends,” Joshua said. His voice was gentle as he tried to find a reason for