Cold Husband Burning Regret: The Divorce He Couldn't Handle novel Chapter 42

After Tricia fainted, Evander stayed by her side in the hospital room until she finally woke.

"Evander…"

He responded softly. "You're awake?"

Just then, Director Fontaine stepped into the room, beaming as he approached Evander. "Mr. Howard, you're here too."

Evander nodded, making little effort at small talk. "Why did she faint?"

Director Fontaine exchanged a quick glance with Tricia before answering carefully, "This is an old issue from when Director Winthrop was recovering after her pregnancy. She never had proper rest during her confinement, so she's been left with lingering health problems. With some time to recuperate, she'll be fine."

"Evander, I really am all right. I'm sorry I made you worry," Tricia said, her face as pale as porcelain, her frame so slight she looked as if a breeze could carry her away.

Evander visibly relaxed, relief softening his features. "What matters is that you're safe. Hans is still so young—he needs you." He turned to Director Fontaine. "Arrange for her to have a private suite, the best one. Make sure she gets the best care."

Director Fontaine nodded enthusiastically. "Of course, sir. I'll see to every detail myself!"

He left the room with a smile.

Tricia lowered her gaze, masking a faint smile. "Evander, but… I don't have any family here, and I hate troubling you all the time. So… could you let Dr. Sterling look after me?"

As Evander's eyes darkened, she quickly added, "I don't mean anything by it. I just want to get closer to Dr. Sterling. She's a good doctor—I trust her skills."

He fell silent.

"Evander, don't you trust me?" Tears welled in Tricia's eyes. "I'm not naive—I know Dr. Sterling doesn't like me. But I don't want everyone at the hospital to think I'm unapproachable just because I transferred in from abroad."

"Since I returned home, apart from my child, you're the only friend I have left. I can't be at odds with everyone."

She sounded open and genuine, as though she truly cared about her relationships at work—and genuinely wanted to make peace with Charlotte.

…

The next day, Evander's lawyer—through some means—convinced the Fontaines to accept a settlement and drop all charges against Hiram.

When Hiram was released from the police station, the Sterlings welcomed him home with open arms. Charlotte's mother, Rachel, finally let out the breath she'd been holding. "Hiram, you've lost weight. You really suffered in there."

"Enough, Hiram's fine now. No sense talking about it anymore," Xavier said, clapping Hiram on the shoulder. "Your brother-in-law really pulled some strings for you this time. Make sure you show your gratitude."

At the mention of his brother-in-law, Hiram finally asked, "Where's my sister?"

Xavier's face darkened. "That ungrateful girl—don't bring her up. Not only did she do nothing to help you, she made things worse!"

"When you get the chance, talk some sense into your sister. Tell her to drop this nonsense about divorcing her husband."