Time's Up, but Ex-husband Wants Her Back novel Chapter 2

Calvin never came home that night, but Jasmine knew exactly where he was. Sonia's Instagram had broadcast every moment of Olivia's homecoming party in real time.

He'd booked the most luxurious hotel in Jesceria, where fireworks streaked across the sky until dawn. The ballroom overflowed with champagne roses, and his circle of friends toasted in Olivia's honor.

The whole scene shimmered with celebration.

This was a world Jasmine had never been part of. To Calvin, she would always be just the maid. He never brought her around his friends, never even acknowledged her existence to anyone.

After breakfast, Jasmine received the divorce agreement Amelia delivered. She signed without hesitation, left them on the dining table, and headed out to buy groceries.

The terms of the divorce were clear. She'd care for Calvin until the divorce was finalized. So she still made dinner that evening, though he might never walk through the door.

At 8:00 pm, he did. She figured that he must've changed at the office as his suit still looked freshly pressed.

Jasmine turned toward the kitchen to reheat his meal when his voice stopped her. "Don't bother. I'm leaving again."

He strode past her without a single glance, climbing up the stairs two steps at a time. She followed just in time to see him vanish into the bathroom.

Silently, she arranged fresh clothes on the hallway dresser before retreating downstairs. She sat at the dining table, waiting for him to finish his shower so they could discuss their divorce.

Calvin descended while fastening his watch, his tone detached as he said, "I'm leaving for Baelbury tomorrow night on a three-day business trip. Pack my things."

Jasmine quietly hummed before gathering the papers from the table. "You should look these over—"

Calvin barely skimmed the pages, his impatience cutting through her words. "Another request for Delilah's medical expenses?"

Jasmine had to submit a formal request monthly, detailing each expense whenever she needed money. The largest sum always went toward Delilah's medical expenses.

By now, it was routine. His signature slashed across the final page before he'd even bothered to read its contents.

"Done. Don't forget to pack my things," Calvin said as he pushed the door open and left.

Jasmine watched his figure disappear, her lips curling into a hollow smile.

The truth was, Delilah had gotten much better. Jasmine hadn't even bothered asking Calvin for her medical expenses for the past six months, though it wasn't as if he had noticed.

Jasmine called for a same-day courier and shipped the signed divorce agreement to Amelia.

Thanks to Amelia's connections, they could finalize everything without ever stepping into a courthouse. But the cooling-off period held Jasmine back one last month until she could finally go.

Jasmine unlocked her phone and saw Sonia's Instagram post. It was a photo of a plane ticket. She was tagging along with Calvin and Olivia as they flew to Baelbury to attend a concert of their favorite celebrity.

So that was why he had been in such a hurry. He was going to watch the concert with Olivia.

...

Jasmine kept herself busy while Calvin was away on his so-called business trip. She reached out to a realtor, toured several apartments, and finally decided to rent a one-bedroom unit.

Amelia's villa was undeniably luxurious, but the distance from her music academy made the commute a hassle, and the steep maintenance fees only added to her burden.

Once the property was officially transferred to her, she intended to sell it, freeing herself from the financial pressure.

Moreover, Delilah's condition had improved significantly, so the medical expenses weren't as crushing as before.

Then, Jasmine returned home and continued packing her things.

She glanced at the clothes in her wardrobe, which had all been brought with her before the marriage. Calvin had never bought her a single piece of clothing.

And the clothes she had bought for him? He had never worn them. The tags still dangled from the fabric.

Calvin had worn clothes only from two brands all these years. Thanks to Sonia, Jasmine knew that Olivia had been the one to recommend them.

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