The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor

Chapter 55: See The Old Mansion

“It wasn’t just about the divorce, Evan,” William said. “You never spoke to me to Eleanor. Weren’t we family friends? Wasn’t Shanty the same girl you had looked after when you were in high school?”

“All that was thrown away, all because of your marriage. You have to admit it, that arranged marriage ruined our relationships. “William added. “And now, you are telling me you want my daughter back? After all the pain you had made her go through? Evan, maybe you and Shanty weren’t meant to be together -”

“It’s like saying that Lucas isn’t meant to be, “Evan interrupted, making William sigh.

“I didn’t suggest that- I wouldn’t,” William replied. “I love my grandson. He brings joy to our lives. Lucas was not a mistake.”

“Uncle William, I was wrong, and I will say

sorry over and over again. Not only that, I will prove it. My being here is not

temporary. I will be part of Lucas’ life. If Shanty would have me, I would make up for all those times I hurt her. I will treat her as my queen, but I won’t be able to show you if you don’t give me a chance,” Evan

expressed.

“I’m sorry, Uncle William. I was blind, and I realized it too late, but please. We can’t change the fact that I am Lucas’ father. Let me be that father for him and let me try to win Shanty back,” Evan begged.

“Whether my daughter takes you back is not my decision to make,” William responded. But I, for one, am against it. You say you love my daughter now? That remains to be seen. More than words, Evan. More than

words.”

“And what is this I keep hearing from Lucas about going back to Rose Hills? Evan, we have left Rose Hills for good. We gave up on everything – including our familial home so

I could give my daughter a new life,” William described. “I sacrificed my career, my investments

“I know about that, Uncle, and I’m sorry that you made those decisions,” Evan cut in. “But I can make it right. If you let me.”

“Shanty doesn’t have to make a name here in Warlington,” Evan explained. “From what I understand, Warlington Hospital relies on you and Shanty when it comes to chest surgeries.” 1

“That skill won’t go away. Shanty can practice her profession in Rose Hills. I can buy shares in St. Dominique Hospital and turn it into a heart center that focuses on heart treatment,” Evan began. “And as for your home, Uncle, you still have a home in Rose Hills. The home you cherished, the

same estate where Shanty grew up, is in my

name.”

“What?” William asked in confusion.

“When I learned that you left, I bought the property in the hopes that your family would return,” Evan revealed. “I hoped, and I

hoped because I meant to give it back as an

apology – a gift.”

“I know that house means a lot to you and your family, so I bought it. I brought the deed with me today. It’s in the car,” Evan added. “I can show it to you.”

There was silence between them, and it

a

“Go get it. Let me

the documents. Walking past the living room,

staircase. She mouthed,

thumbs up and a smile,

to the study, he presented William with the

the Jones’. He

the house on

of William smiling, sometimes teary-eyed. “How did you

twice the price they paid you. They immediately agreed. If

uttered, “So you

did not know

he replied, “No,

was miserable for over seven

buy contentment, but

my own and my

– Lucas’s

declaring what he would do

not answer at first. He returned to recheck the photos until he suggested, This

Evan responded with conviction in

that

William reminded.

“I understand,” Evan acknowledged.

to gift this back to us?” William

“Willingly, without

saying, ‘ I want to see my

sir,”

like to see Erick and

requested.

in the corners of his eyes, and he replied, “They – they would love to see you. Thank you, Uncle William. You will unquestionably make my father happy, and my father… deserves

happy.”

***

we going to see Daddy’s home, Mommy?” Lucas

at four in the morning the

but since your grandpa decided on this trip abruptly, we

to stay longer, okay?”

seatbelt. ”

day?” Lucas replied with

face. He looked to

him, asking, “Daddy, only for a

private jet Evan commissioned. They were only visiting for one day. Thus, Evan had

their journey as quick as possible without sacrificing

traveling.

at Rose Hills

their