Regretting The Wife He Threw Away

Briony stepped out onto the balcony to take the call.

On the other end, her attorney let out a heavy sigh.

"Wentworth's lawyer has systematically dismantled all the evidence we had that proved his affair."

Briony's brow furrowed. "How did he manage that?"

"He produced a paternity test between himself and Irwin," the lawyer explained. "The results show there's no biological relation between them."

Briony was stunned. "No biological relation?"

"That's right. He also provided proof that Rosita and Garry are legally married- certificates, wedding video, the works-so our claim that he was having an affair with Rosita doesn't hold up either."

"And that's not all. Wentworth turned the tables on us."

"He presented a paternity report showing Little Nina is his biological daughter, and he painted the last four years of separation as one big misunderstanding. He claimed he was deceived by Professor and Mrs. Winslow, saying he had no idea you were still alive. In short, he argued he never abused his position or did anything to damage the marriage, and just on those two points, he's flipped the narrative about your relationship breaking down."

"What really blew me away," the lawyer continued, "was his final play. He produced medical records showing he was hospitalized with a serious illness four years ago, along with evidence that Professor Winslow held a funeral for you. He told the court he genuinely believed you were dead, and that these past four years of supposed separation were all part of someone else's scheme. He cast himself as the victim..."

"Then he pulled out family vacation photos and videos-the most recent from four years ago in Ghana, where the three of you were dressed in wedding attire for Irwin's photoshoot. I have to admit, even knowing the truth, I was nearly

convinced by his performance-let alone the judge."

Briony's frown deepened, her face growing paler by the second.

So this was the trap waiting for her in Ghana.

closed her eyes and took

Stewart was absolutely shameless.

all my years of practicing law, I've never faced a rival quite like Wentworth. After this case, all I can say

angry she

but we can appeal. The

understand." Briony pressed down her fury, her

I

not your fault. Stewart is just

she hung up, Briony pressed a hand to her chest and sank to her

but she also never imagined

from Ghana...

their marriage, playing the part of the

when had he ever truly

had the gall to perform for the court, acting as if

Why?

didn't love her-so why couldn't he just

began to

his name on the screen for

lawyer told you?" Stewart's deep voice came through the line. Briony's lips curled into a bitter smile. "Did you enjoy your little performance?" There was a pause, as if he was confused. "Didn't your lawyer mention

because Irwin's situation is complicated," Stewart replied, his tone turning serious. "His father was a close friend of mine who died in the line of duty. Everything about him has to stay confidential. I can't say more. Knowing too much wouldn't be good

Briony didn't want to hear it. All she wanted was a divorce-now,

nothing ever

for the Lockwoods' benefit. She's had

listened, finding it all

I would have cared," she said flatly. "But now, all I want is

telling you this because I don't believe any of it is a good reason for us to get divorced. Beyond these issues, I can't see why we