The Legendary Man

The Legendary Man Novel Chapter 16

The Legendary Man Chapter 16

“Anyway, you can’t call the police,” Emmeline pleaded as tears streamed down her cheeks.

As expected, Margaret’s heart softened at the sight of her daughter’s tears. “All right, stop crying. I won’t call the police,” she said, her voice a mix of exasperation and indulgence.

Yet, when she turned to face Jonathan, her expression changed to that of a vicious witch. “Jonathan, would’ve called the police if Emmeline’s reputation wasn’t at stake!” she spat, anger coursing through her veins.

“Whatever!” Jonathan’s patience was at its limit. “Will you or will you not call the police? If the answer is no, I’m leaving now!”

“Stop right there!” Margaret yelled harshly. “Tomorrow morning, head to the City Hall with your household registry and file a divorce!”

Her order left no room for discussion, and there was a finality to her tone that warned Jonathan not to disobey her.

That was the exact imperious tone of voice she used to order Jonathan around back then. As though the latter was free labor in their family, she made him do the tasks of a housekeeper and cleaner.

“I won’t file for a divorce!” Jonathan’s rejection was firm.

“You must!” Margaret roared. “Our family took you in for one whole year. Are you seriously hoping we’ll take you back?”

came back to repay what I owe

Margaret laughed as though she had heard a ridiculous joke.

someone like you will achieve success in your lifetime, let alone three years. You’re no

is from an influential family. The cost of his dinner alone might be more

an ant to me!” Jonathan sneered. Clearly, he had

governor of Jazona had to kneel before him, let alone the owner of

scoff at his arrogant comment. Gazing at him as though he was a fool, she proceeded to ask, “Did you hit your head this morning? Who do you think you are? The governor of Jazona? Or the

Josephine ten billion if she wants.” Jonathan was

crazy, didn’t I? I asked you to stop waiting for him, but you refused to listen to me. Do you believe me now?

Josephine burst out, sick of

now, Jonathan! I don’t want to see

years ago, but he was not as

who don’t know him might think he was born into a rich family. But in

nearly gagged

you hear Josephine? She wants you to scram!” Margaret chimed in,

you parasite!” Emmeline hissed as she gave him a

Jonathan and wanted to get rid of him

forcing you to divorce me because they are in deep water, let me know. I’ll handle the problem for you.” Jonathan had said the

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