The Enigmatic Alexander Chase

Chapter 14: Divorce

Alexander and Seraphina returned to the living room and stood side by side in silence.

“So, have you two decide the date for your divorce?” Caroline said.

“No, mother, we didn’t.”

“What do you mean you haven’t? Do you think Mr. Bishop has all the time in the world?” she spat at them.

“It’s okay, Caroline. I understand this must be hard for them. They can take their time,” Ethan said.

“My apologies, It appears my wife didn’t make herself clear enough for you. What she means is we are not getting a divorce,” Alexander interjected.

“But that can’t be possible. How can Seraphina and I get married if you two don’t get a divorce?” Ethan said.

Alexander walked up to Ethan, who was seated on the sofa. He squatted to meet his gaze. Ethan Bishop began to feel an immense tension, as if someone had turned the thermostat to max output.

“You are never marrying Seraphina, for she is my wife. Is that clear?” Alexander ordered.

Ethan Bishop was frozen with words. ‘How could a pauper command this much