Chapter 104: Settlement
"The waiting is over," Grace’s voice cut through the silence like a blade. Her patience was already worn thin after an excruciating hour of sitting in suspense. She turned toward Cammy with an unyielding gaze. "They’re calling us back. They’re ready."
Without another word, she rose, her heels striking the floor with purpose as she led the way to the meeting room. Greg, as always, remained outside, a silent sentinel while Grace and Cammy entered.
Randolf wasted no time. He slid a folder across the table, its contents carrying the weight of back-and-forth negotiations. "Cammy’s demands," he said simply, his tone unreadable. He leaned back and waited, watching, as Grace opened the file.
Her eyes scanned the document, and in an instant, her expression darkened. Her jaw clenched, her nostrils flared, and one perfectly arched brow shot up as she met Randolf’s gaze with icy fury.
"What is this?" she demanded.
Randolf barely blinked. His response was measured, almost rehearsed. "My client is willing to accept the Equitable Division of Assets and Full Child Support. However, we reject the Lump-Sum and Reimbursed Alimony. The assets alone amount to a fortune—more than enough for your client to restart her life, maintain health insurance, and live comfortably for years—provided she exercises a little financial restraint."
Grace let out a slow breath, tempering the fire rising within her. "I see. And what about child custody? His withdrawal from CorEx Transport and Payment Service?"
Randolf’s lips curled into something that was almost a smirk. "You can put in your demands that we’re refusing those. We’ll see you in court." He pushed back his chair and stood, his movements deliberate. "Now, if you’ll excuse us, we have a case to file and prepare for. Just send over the final divorce settlement so we can sign it."
Without waiting for a response, Randolf turned on his heel and strode out, Duncan following close behind, both of them wearing expressions of smug satisfaction.