Chapter 137


    Chapter 137 Obtaining The Documents


    When Nichs returned to the room, it was alreadyte at night, and Nancy had already fallen asleep.


    He moved quietly andy down on the makeshift bed on the floor, but it was more like lying down than


    sleeping.


    That night, he couldn’t sleep and didn’t get any rest at all.


    Early the next morning, they packed up their things and prepared to head back.


    As they were leaving, Nancy took onest look at the ce, a sense of nostalgia in her eyes.


    Although the ce was quite simple, the stories of Nichs’ grandparents made this modest cottage


    particrly endearing.


    This was his grandparents’ former residence, and after the divorce, she probably wouldn’t have the


    opportunity toe here again. In the future, he might bring someone else, his beloved girl, his next


    wife, his children….


    As the idea formed in her mind, Nancy suddenly felt a sharp pain in her heart. It was a piercing


    difort.


    Yes, everything will soon be a distant memory, so why dwell on it? What isn’t mine will never be


    mine.


    “Let’s go,” Nancy turned around to leave.


    They departed quite early, and it was around 10.00AM when they arrived at the airport.


    After getting off the ne, Nancy looked at Nichs and asked, “Do you have time today?”


    “I have some time.”


    “In that case, let’s head to your parents’ ce, pick up the documents, andplete the formalities


    now.”


    The news struck Nichs like a bolt from the blue, leaving him stunned.


    Despite knowing that Nancy had made up her mind and was determined to get a divorce, he had never


    expected it to happen so soon, immediately after getting off the ne.


    Is she so eager?


    His heart felt overwhelmed by a surging tide. He was bitter inside, and it felt incredibly ufortable.


    Nichs’ slender fingers turned white from gripping the suitcase tightly. After a long while, he managed


    to squeeze out a single word from his throat. “Alright.”


    The two of them got into a car and headed to the family home.


    When they arrived, Sarah and Albert weren’t at home, which made it convenient for them to collect the


    documents.


    Nancy breathed a sigh of relief, and Nichs did the same. He mentioned, “Since Mom and Dad aren’t


    here, we cane back another day.”


    However, Nancy thought otherwise. “It’s perfect that they’re not here. We can grab the documents and


    avoid any potential disagreements with them.”


    Nichs was puzzled for a moment and asked, “Aren’t the documents with them? If they’re not here,


    we won’t be able to get the documents, and we won’t be able to proceed with the formalities.”


    “The documents are all in Grandpa’s room. He gave the key to Mom before he left, Nancy exined as


    she took out the key. “Mom gave me the key a long time ago.”


    Nichs was stunned, and it took him a while toe around. He looked at her bag and said, “So, you


    brought the key with you before we even went to Grandpa’s former residence?”


    “Yes, to save us from going back and forth,” Nancy replied inly.


    Her casual statement, however, caused extreme heartache for Nichs. She had brought the key with


    her long before, indicating that she had everything nned out. That was why she was so eager and


    unwilling to wait even a moment after getting off the ne.


    Is she in such agony and difort being with me now?


    Nichs looked up, his heart filled with a bitter feeling. “Nancy, you’ve thought about everything early


    on, haven’t you?”


    Nancy looked at him calmly and replied, “Since I’ve already made up my mind, I should cut to the


    chase, shouldn’t I?”


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    Only the heavens knew how much courage it took for her to bring up the divorce and how much it hurt


    her. She was afraid that if she waited any longer or hesitated, she wouldn’t be able to go through


    with it.


    In recent days, they had been getting along harmoniously, and at one point, she thought they were in


    love and happy. But as soon as she saw the reality, she reverted back to her original self.


    In love with each other? As if! Between them, it had always been a one-person show.


    It had been a decade, and Nancy was beginning to wear out. She didn’t want to chase after Nichs


    anymore. She needed a break.


    In Jacob’s room, Nancy quickly used the key to open the second drawer. Inside, she found the


    documents Jacob had left for her, along with a letter.


    ‘Dear Nancy.


    You’re the one I can’t bear to part with the most. With your mother gone, your father being who he is,


    and Nichs, I know he has another love in his heart. He has never forgotten about Madelline and


    wants to divorce you.


    Silly girl, I know everything. I’ve been in the business world for many years, and nothing can escape my


    discerning eyes. I just didn’t want to expose it.


    People always say that it’s essential for women to marry the right man. But in my opinion, it’s equally


    important for a man to marry the right woman. Whether it’s your grandmother-inw, Sarah, or you, you


    are all the best daughters-inw and prospective granddaughters-inw in my eyes.


    When you two grow old, have children, and take charge of the family, always remember this-the Sallow


    Family is already wealthy and influential enough and is a prestigious family in itself. We don’t need to


    enhance our status through marriage. The person your child marries doesn’t have to be from a noble


    family. A good character and a kind heart are all that matters.


    Those who are not frugal, love extravagance, and don’t work hard will squander their wealth, even if


    they are rich. But diligent and hardworking individuals will rise again, even if they face adversity


    someday.


    The Sallow Family has been wealthy for three generations, and it will continue for a long time. There


    will undoubtedly be challenges along the way, and only with the unity and cooperation of husband and


    wife can we ovee them. This is the important task I entrust to you-you must carry on this


    philosophy in ce of your grandmother-inw. It is only then that the Sallow Family will remain. strong


    and continue to prosper!


    Here is a pair of earrings. Sarah received one set when your grandmother-inw left us. This set is for


    the granddaughter-inw. I’ve already given you the bracelet, and as for these earrings, I kept them.


    with me as a keepsake, always thinking of your grandmother-inw. Now that I’m about to leave this


    world, I want to pass them on to you.


    Nancy, I know you’ve felt wronged. By the time you read this letter, I will already be gone. If you don’t


    want to get a divorce, just let Albert and Sarah know. They will surely help you and won’t let your


    divorce Nichs.


    But if one day you truly feel wronged, too exhausted, and unable to continue, I won’t force you.


    Although I don’t want you to leave the Sallow Family, my greatest desire is for you to live a fulfilling life,


    find happiness, and enjoy every moment. Therefore, if that dayes and you decide to separate from


    Nichs, I won’t hold it against you. I will still offer my blessings.


    Nancy, your happiness is of utmost importance to me. That is my sincerest wish!”


    As Nancy finished reading the letter, tears streamed down her face.


    Jacob had meticulously considered everything. He had taken into ount all the circumstances,


    providing her with warmth and care without imposing any psychological pressure.


    “Thank you, Grandpa. I apologize for not being able to walk hand in hand with him, but please rest


    assured that I will live well and not disappoint you.”


    When Nancy went downstairs with the documents, she coincidentally encountered Albert and Sarah


    returning.