I Refuse to Divorce! novel Chapter 78

Mason embraced Zoe.

He spoke intimately to her, a level of closeness she was not accustomed to.

She turned her face slightly and said, "Yes, Liam just left."

She wanted to continue packing, but Mason blocked her. He held her slender waist, leisurely caressing her body without any apparent ulterior motives. It was as though he was just passing the time.

After being married to him for several years, Zoe knew how he was was all too well. She did not resist. She let him touch her.

After a while, Mason finally stopped, "What did you and Liam talk about?"

Zoe's voice was calm. "Shares and the lawsuit."

Mason waited for a while, but she did not bring up Gregory or his unwarranted advances. His gaze deepened as he looked at her for a long time.

Rather than revealing what he had seen, Mason changed the subject.

"By the way, I had Ava find an apartment with a great location and environment. It's perfect for your dad and Mia to live in. You can check it out tomorrow, okay?"

He was considerate, but Zoe remained unmoved.

She knew Mason too well.

He gave away 2% of Lockwood Corporation's shares, spent three million to bring Liam back for the lawsuit, and wanted her to play the role of a loving wife to maintain his positive image.

Zoe's expression remained indifferent. She agreed, but Mason found her attitude to be cold.

He pinched her chin, capturing her lips in a kiss. When she could not resist and let out a soft moan, he held the back of her neck, whispering, "Mrs. Lockwood, I'll be waiting for you at home tomorrow night."

Zoe trembled. She knew what he meant.

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Zoe was discharged while Mason had an important meeting to attend. He sent Ava to pick her up.

As Ava handled the discharge procedures, Zoe sat quietly in the hospital room. In front of her lay an expensive set of clothes. It was a pure white Versace haute couture ensemble, a favorite brand among upper-class women.

In the past, when she was Mrs. Lockwood, her wardrobe was filled with such clothes. Now, as she assumed the role of Mrs. Lockwood again, she had to put on these luxurious outfits again, playing the part of a proper high society wife.

Her delicate fingers gently stroked the exquisite fabric. Zoe's face showed a brief moment of confusion, but she did not linger in her thoughts for too long. She gently removed the loose hospital gown and put on the expensive outfit.