Life After Divorce: The Rise Of Elijah Crawford

Chapter 2

"So, how exactly is Mr. Luxe causing your business trouble?" Winnie asked.

"It's not Mr. Luxe himself, but rather his son, Kingston. And it's my ex-wife's business not mine," Elijah swiftly clarified. 

Winnie was taken aback, as she found it unusual for most men to be concerned about their exes. "You're still invested in your ex-wife's life even after the divorce," she remarked.

Elijah heaved a sigh and his expression remained stoic. He didn't feel the need to elaborate. "It's just... complicated," he replied.

Winnie, seated at her sleek L shaped desk, tapped her manicured nails thoughtfully. "I'm truly sorry to hear about the divorce. If I recall correctly, your ex-wife is the CEO of Prestige Enterprise, isn't she?"

"Yes, that's her."

"Okay, I'll handle the Luxe situation. Don't worry about it." Winnie paused, and took a deep breath. "But I need a favor in return."

Elijah's interest piqued, and he paced around in a small invisible circle. "What do you need?"

Winnie's voice softened, a hint of vulnerability lacing her words. "My grandfather's health has worsened. I fear he's nearing the end. Despite consulting the finest doctors, they've been unable to find a cure. This time, I'm relying on you to assess him."

"Hmm, but you know that my methods don't always align with standard practices. Are you comfortable with that?"

"I don't care," Winnie declared, urgency edging her voice.

"Your family might," he cautioned.

"I'm aware. That's why I've made arrangements to relocate him secretly, away from prying eyes."

"Alright." Elijah stopped pacing, placing his hands on his waist. "And what about the stuff I tasked you with finding?"

Winnie's lips curved into a subtle smile. "I believe I may have already located one of what you seek. Whether I'll share it with you, well, that hinges on our arrangement. Save my grandfather, and I promise, I'll spare no effort to obtain anything you need, no matter how far I must go."

Elijah’s eyes brightened, feeling intrigued. "Which one have you found?"

"The Devil's twig." Winnie was satisfied with his reaction.

Devil's twig was one of seven rare herbs that Elijah needed to save his mother's life and now,he’s finally one step closer.

Breathing heavily,he said eagerly,:” I’ll come to you right now.”

"I'll be sending someone to get you. Where are you?" 

"The Starlight Suites." 

"Alright."

After ending the call, Elijah made his way outside, seeking some fresh air. As he stepped out, he noticed his mother-in-law giving money to Anita. He suddenly became aware that she had planned the event that caused his divorce.

Approaching them, Elijah's cold aura radiated from his every step. 

Anita, catching sight of him, hurriedly made her exit. 

"Leaving so soon?" Elijah blocked his mother-in-law's path.

Tiana's eyes flashed with disdain. "Have you lost your senses entirely?"

"I saw what you did with Anita. The exchange of money for your scheme."

Tiana scoffed, disbelief etched in every line of her face. "You're weaving fantasies, Elijah. You'd go to great lengths, even stoop so low, to save face, wouldn't you?"

His fury surged, ready to spill over, but he took a deep breath to calm down.  

"I'm not weaving fantasies and you know this," Elijah asserted, striving to contain his temper.

"Even if that was true, who's going to believe you?" Tiana asked with a wicked smirk. " You’re just a shameless man who cheated on his wife. And your mother must be a shameless slut to raise a son like you. And it's clear you've taken on her slutty ways!"

Elijah's blood ran cold. 

No one could insult his mother like that!

A cold aura flew out of his body while he stared at Tiana who couldn’t help but shudder underneath Elija’s aura.

She had never seen the look she had just seen in his eyes ever since she met him. 

“H-how dare you stare at me like that,you bastard!”

With a swift motion, she aimed to slap him, but he caught her wrist in a tight grip before the slap could land on him. Giving it a little squeeze, Tiana yelled in pain.

"Help! Someone, please help me! He's attacking me!" Tiana's cry pierced the once calm lobby, shattering its peace.