Chapter 74: Chapter 74: I’ve Thought It All Through, It’s Not an Impulse

Roxanne Jennings was a formidable businesswoman who had battled in the corporate world for half her life. Her words, actions, and overall demeanor carried an undeniable presence.

Her words were so considerate and well-thought-out from every angle that it was hard not to be moved by them.

Her son was so outstanding that if any other woman had been the one to bring up divorce, she would have told them to get lost without a second thought.

But after spending so many days with Annabelle Linton, she had grown to like her daughter-in-law.

Roxanne Jennings wasn’t exaggerating Leona Grant’s qualities. Leona Grant was truly outstanding—the most perfect and noble man in all of Lynton. And as Leona Grant’s wife, Annabelle Linton was, by extension, the most noble woman.

Annabelle Linton frowned upon hearing Mrs. Grant’s words.

’How could she not recognize the gentle coaxing and persuasion woven into Mrs. Grant’s words?’

She remembered that in her past life, Mrs. Grant had couldn’t wait for her and Leona Grant to get divorced. ’Why is she trying to talk me out of it now?’

’What happened to the terrible mother-in-law/daughter-in-law relationship we were supposed to have?’

’Ah, I get it. It must be because I gave Mrs. Grant a gift. That’s how I won her over.’

Annabelle Linton was so full of regret she could have banged her head against a wall. ’What was I thinking, trying to get on the good side of a mother-in-law I was about to have nothing to do with? I must have had nothing better to do.’

Annabelle Linton fell silent for a moment before speaking with an air of detachment. “Mom, you said it yourself. I am a suitable match for Leona Grant.”

“A suitable appearance, a suitable education, a suitable family background… but now, I’m no longer suitable.”

“The Linton Family is about to go bankrupt on the 5th of next month. Today is already the 26th. On that day, I will also have a complete falling out with my father. From then on, the Grant Family’s Young Madam will have no money and no manners. Even my appearance will be considered coarse, and my education will be called into question. So, a divorce right now isn’t something the Grant Family should dismiss out of hand. I am no longer worthy of Leona Grant, and I certainly can’t be allowed to bring shame upon the Grant Family. Of course, I will leave with nothing when we divorce.”

After speaking, she lowered her gaze and smiled faintly. “My younger brother is still in school and needs a good environment. Once Leona Grant and I are divorced, I’ll take my brother and we’ll move far away from Lynton. Partly for a change of scenery, and partly to ensure we won’t disturb Leona Grant in the future. I’ve thought this all through; it’s not an impulsive decision. I see you, Mom, Dad, and Grandpa as my own elders, which is why I’ve come to discuss this with you all. I hope you won’t stand in my way.”

After hearing Annabelle Linton’s speech, the three Grant family elders were at a loss for words.

She didn’t want the wealth and prestige. She didn’t care for the title of Young Madam. She had even made all the plans for her divorce. It was truly impossible to refute.

Roxanne Jennings looked at Annabelle Linton’s scarred body and pale face, and said, refusing to give up, “Studying and living abroad will be a huge expense. Can you handle that all by yourself? Our family doesn’t care about social status, and we don’t care what other people think. Your relationship with Leona is starting to get better now, too. Annabelle, do you really want this divorce so badly?”

Annabelle Linton’s lips curved into a small smile. “Mom, I know you’re all wonderful people, and I’ll miss everyone, too. But we don’t have to be mother and daughter-in-law, do we? I’ll call everyone often after I move abroad. Our relationship won’t change.”

“As for the expenses abroad, I’ll work hard to earn the money. Back when I was in college, I paid for my own tuition and living expenses by working part-time jobs. There were times I couldn’t even afford bread, but I still made it through. Now I’m not in school anymore. I have a degree, so there’s no tuition to worry about. I can take on more part-time jobs, and Ryan is older now, so he can help support the household too. I have a lot of acquaintances over there as well, so we’ll be able to live a good life.”

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