My coldhearted ex demands a remarriage

Chapter 591:

She turned her focus to Lise, her expression devoid of warmth. “Earlier, I presented the evidence. Denial will not help you. While it may not be enough to convict you in court, it is evident to all that you are involved. However, since Billie and Kristopher insist on shielding you, I feel powerless.”

Before Carrie could say more, Shawn slammed his palm against the table, the sharp crack silencing the room. “I am still alive! I won’t condone violence against my granddaughter-in-law and great-grandchild!” His fiery declaration reverberated through the room.

Billie rose to her feet with the swiftness of a protective mother bear, placing herself squarely between Shawn and Lise. Her voice, usually gentle, carried an edge. “Shawn, if Lise has done anything wrong, I will bear the consequences on her behalf.”

Melany’s exasperation boiled over. “Billie, open your eyes! Even a parent’s love has limits. She is not your child, and she has her own parents. It is not your place to sacrifice yourself. Look at her—she is not Lisa!”

Her frustration colored every word, but Billie’s resolve did not waver.noveldrama

Carrie, unfazed by the exchange, spoke with chilling calm. “Billie, there is no need for that. I will not forgive her, and I do not require anyone to take her place. She is a murderer, and just because I cannot act now does not mean I will not find the evidence to hold her accountable.” A mother’s love made her strong.

Billie stiffened, her muddled thoughts sharpening in the face of Carrie’s veiled threat.

“What do you want?” she demanded, her voice firm. “If you spare Lise, I will give you everything I own.”

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Carrie’s composure faltered briefly, a flicker of sadness crossing her face.

She had not expected Billie to reduce her to a schemer after everything they had shared.

Memories of Billie defending her to Tristan played through her mind.

It seemed that to a mother, a daughter-in-law would always remain an outsider, the latter’s place easily overshadowed by the bond shared with a stranger who had her daughter’s heart.

Lowering her gaze, Carrie masked her disappointment and spoke softly. “Shawn, Melany, I have decided to divorce Kristopher. From now on, my actions will have no connection to the Norris family. You will no longer be caught in the middle.”

Lise’s heart soared.

Without Carrie tethered to the Norris family, she could act freely, unburdened by the fear of retaliation. The possibilities thrilled her.

Shawn, however, erupted in opposition. “Absolutely not! This family will not cast out a granddaughter-in-law for an outsider!”

A sudden voice, deep and authoritative, resonated from the doorway, freezing everyone in their tracks. “Who are you planning to cast out?”

The room fell silent as the crowd turned toward the doorway, where Kristopher stood in a black suit, looking worn from his travels.

Without bothering to change his shoes, he strode in, his gaze immediately landing on Lise. His brows furrowed deeply. “What are you doing here?”

Before Lise could answer, Billie quickly interjected, her tone defensive. “Lise came to deliver something to me.”

Kristopher’s eyes shifted to Billie, noticing how closely she sat beside Lise, their demeanor almost like that of a mother and daughter.

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