The Divorce That Shattered His World novel Chapter 1

"Miss Wells, the divorce agreement you asked me to draft has been sent. Got them?"

Evelyn took the document from the courier and responded with a soft, "Thank you, Philip Lane."

Evelyn turned and walked into the room, and not long after, the door opened behind her.

"Evelyn," a deep voice called out, drawing closer.

"Sorry, I've been swamped with work. Didn't even check my phone." Martin stepped in front of her, his hand gently resting on her belly. "How's the baby? Giving you trouble?"

"Martin."

Her tone made him pause. She never called him by his full name—except in moments of frustration or pain.

Before he could think much further, she had already turned to the last page of the divorce agreement, concealing the rest of the content, and handed it to Martin.

"You once promised me a gift when the baby arrived. I've decided what I want. Sign here."

Her voice was calm, and he didn't hesitate as he took the document and quickly signed his name at the bottom.

Evelyn blinked, surprised. "You didn't even read it. What if I'm taking everything you own?"

Martin just smiled indulgently and pinched her face. "What's mine is yours, and once the baby is born, it'll be yours and the baby's."

She smiled faintly. Too bad, she thought, what I want is my freedom.

Before she could speak, his phone rang.

Although he picked it up quickly, Evelyn still caught sight of the glaring name on his phone's screen—

Stella.

"There's something from the company, I need to take this call."

His face remained casual as he put his phone away.