Chapter 22


    Chapter 22 The Child Is Gone


    Lysanne was taken aback by Josiah’s cold demeanor toward her.


    She took a deep breath, trying to contain her anger. It was now her turn to mend things with Josiah,


    and she needed to humble herself.


    She envisioned a scenario where she could regain the influence she once had over Josiah. With this in


    mind, she felt a sense of relief.


    She inquired, “Your voice sounds strained. Did you find her?”


    “Yes,” Josiah replied.


    “Is she using the child as a bargaining chip to threaten you, or is she using the divorce as a means to


    im a share of your assets? Josiah, rest assured. I specialize in handling divorce cases. Leave it to


    me. I won’t let her take a penny from the Guerra family.”


    “Lysanne!” Josiah winced. “She’s not that kind of person! She doesn’t want anything!”


    Not even him.


    Lysanne’s tone shifted instantly to a cheerful one, tinged with surprise. “Then what’s the worry? Isn’t


    that a relief?”


    She chuckled softly as her demeanor became more rxed.


    “Dr. Thorne is quite trustworthy. I just hope she won’t have a change of heartter and return with the


    child to im her share of the inheritance. You see, under the currentw, the child could indeed stake


    a im on your assets. Anyway, it’s not a major issue. You can draft a will in advance and leave


    everything to our child…”


    Josiah couldn’t help but let out a sarcasticugh.


    Lysander had already anticipated that Lysanne might consider inheritancews.


    Over the phone, Lysanne continued, “Josiah, I have an idea that I’d like to discuss with you.”


    “What is it?”


    “I’ve been thinking we can negotiate with her. If she agrees to conduct an abortion and never bothers


    you again, we can offer her a lump sum of money. She wants to buy a house, right? We can assist with


    the down payment, fulfill her wish, and prevent any future issues.


    “Nevertheless, we must document this agreement formally to prevent any deceit. She’s an obstetrician


    and gynecologist, and her connections in that field can aid her in deceiving us. She might im to have


    conducted an abortion but secretly give birth and use the child against uster.”


    Josiah affirmed, “She won’t do that.”


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    the money and didn’t go through with it. Eventually, the child returned to im a share of the family


    fortune, causing turmoil…”


    “The child is gone, Josiah interrupted her.


    “The child…” Lysanne paused, “is gone?”


    “Yes.”


    “Have you discussed the terms with her? Why don’t you involve me? I’m a professionalwyer and


    could have helped negotiate the best terms.”


    “She didn’t discuss anything with me. By the time I arrived, the child was no


    more.”


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    “Well, that’s a relief.” Lysanne breathed a sigh of relief feeling ted. “Now we don’t have to pay


    anything, and she no longer has any leverage over us. By the way, Josiah, when are you returning?


    The hotel is servingmb shoulder for dinner, but the wine selection isn’t great. Can you bring a bottle


    from home? Let’s celebrate properly.”


    “Celebrate what?”


    “Celebrate our reconciliation! We’ve resolved all past issues cleanly, with no more obstacles…”


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    “That isn’t an obstacle; that is my child.”


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