Novel Xoo
Chapter 778
It had to be work-related.
Elysia didn't give it much thought, nor did she interrupt him. She planned to announce the news after their divorce tomorrow, aiming to surprise him!
Meanwhile, Tarquin, having confirmed the appointment at the city hall for 8:30 AM, finally felt at ease.
If he couldn't get through to the Royal Community again, he was ready to mobilize a search party!
One way or another, that marriage was going to end tomorrow morning!
Upon returning to the Royal Community, Tarquin began the frantic search for their marriage certificate.
But after a thorough search, it was nowhere to be found!
The Royal Community got back in touch with Elysia to inquire about the whereabouts of the marriage certificate. Elysia was baffled,
"Isn't the marriage certificate with him? I've never seen it."
She had always assumed Tarquin kept it. During her two years living in the Royal Community, she never came across the marriage certificate. After hanging up with her, the Royal Community relayed to Tarquin,
"Ms. Thorne also has no idea where the marriage certificate might be. She thought it was with you."
Tarquin's expression darkened. She was eager for a divorce; there was no reason for her to hide the marriage certificate.
Where could it have gone?
In the two years of their marriage, he was barely home. Since returning, he had only visited twice: once for a divorce discussion and another time when she sought him out for the same reason before the holidays.
He had paid little attention to their marriage, let alone the marriage certificate.
After another fruitless search, Tarquin arranged for a duplicate marriage certificate to be issued first thing in the morning, followed by the divorce papers.
At the same time, Gideon was informed of Tarquin's return to the Royal Community.
His confidant reported, "Master Tarquin has returned to the marital home, likely suspecting something and planning to divorce."
Gideon scoffed,
"With Daphne in our custody, how can he possibly divorce? Times have changed; divorce now requires mutual consent and personal presence. As long as Daphne doesn't show up, he won't be able to divorce."
Gideon, feeling quite pleased, sipped his tea,
"The Thorne family is still quiet, right?"
"All quiet. Don't worry, we've deployed extra security. Not even a fly could get in or out!"
Gideon nodded, "Is the banquet all set?"
"Ready. The hotel staff are working overtime to prepare. We're expecting a big turnout from the elite circle tomorrow; it'll definitely be lively." "And the media?"
"All arranged."
Gideon was content, "As long as tomorrow's banquet goes smoothly, we'll control the narrative."
"Don't worry, it will. But what if Master Tarquin and Elysia refuse to attend?"
"Hmph! They have no choice but to attend. Tomorrow's spectacle is specifically designed for them; it wouldn't do for them to miss it. Don't worry about that; I have ways to ensure their attendance."
"Understood. And the Thorne family? They're still in the dark about why we're involving them. Should we give them a heads-up?"
Gideon pondered for a moment,
"Let them know. After all, they're part of tomorrow's show! Hint at what's expected of them at the banquet, so they know how to act." "Right!"
Soon, the Thorne family was hit with the astonishing news!
Daphne was in utter disbelief, "What are you saying? I was supposed to marry Tarquin??"
Blake and Juliet were equally stunned, "The CEO of the Bradford Group, Tarquin?"novelbin
The emissary from Gideon nodded,
"Yes, our very own Master Tarquin. So, Ms. Thorne is legitimately Mrs. Bradford." Mrs. Bradford?
Good Lord!
The Thorne family was so shocked they could hardly believe their ears!