Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem



"Absolutely! After all, the Bradfords didn't choose you for your family's status or wealth, but for your unique personality - that's your ace in the hole! If our plan works out, you won't just be Mrs. Bradford by chance, you'll be Mrs. Bradford by destiny!"

The mother-daughter duo was ecstatic, buzzing with excitement as if Daphne had already secured her title as Mrs. Bradford.

"So tomorrow, we do it..."

The Thornes and the Bradfords, seemingly allies tied by common interests, were in fact each plotting their own schemes!

Both families were eagerly anticipating tomorrow's lavish gala, each for their own ulterior motives!

Tonight was destined to be a sleepless night.

Elysia and Tarquin were also wide awake, not with anticipation for the gala, but for what tomorrow held.

They were looking forward to their appointment at the city hall, to divorce!

Early the next morning, just after five, Elysia was already on the phone to the County Clerk's Office.

She feared Tarquin might have a change of heart about the divorce, so she wanted to confirm their appointment one more time.

But before she could dial out, the County Clerk's Office called her first.

Tarquin shared her concerns, worried something might go wrong on her end!

After confirming their plans once more, they both felt relieved.

Tarquin couldn't resist messaging Elysia, "I miss you, Elysia."

Just one night apart, and he missed her.

Elysia, phone in hand, saw his message and couldn't help but smile, calling him back immediately.

Tarquin picked up instantly, "You're up early?"

"Yeah, why are you awake so soon?"

"Got some errands to run."

"I heard from the caretaker that you left early last night. Haven't finished what you needed to do?"novelbin

"Almost, I should be done by noon. Then I'll come see you."

Elysia thought he was heading to the Bradford's gala and didn't think much of it, softly replying, "I'll wait for you."

Tarquin squinted, asking, "You sound happy. Any good news?"

"How can you tell I'm in a good mood?"

"I can hear it in your voice."

Elysia laughed joyfully, "I am in a great mood today! Wait till you get back, I have a huge surprise for you! A wonderful surprise!"

After successfully getting a divorce, she could openly be with him, which would surely make him overjoyed!

Tarquin was looking forward to it!

Seeing her so happy, he didn't have the heart to tell her about his marital status, as it wasn't good news.

He planned to come clean face-to-face after the divorce.

Each harboring their own 'happy' news, they chatted sweetly for over an hour before reluctantly ending the call.

Even the caretaker couldn't help but notice, "Ms. Thorne seems in such a good mood today."

"Yeah! Happy!"

Finally proceeding with the divorce, Elysia was naturally in high spirits!

Eager to start her new life, Elysia couldn't wait any longer. Before the kids were even awake, she was out the door, heading to the city hall to line up. City hall was a place of stark emotional contrasts.

Newlyweds bubbled with joy.

Those there to divorce, however, carried a mix of emotions, often somber, even in cases of amicable separations.

But Elysia was an exception; she was a divorcée in high spirits.

To her, Tarquin was just a stranger she was married to on paper. Divorcing him didn't bring her any sadness, in fact, she was secretly thrilled. Once divorced, she could start anew!

Tarquin wasn't as eager to arrive early; he disliked waiting. But he was punctual.

At half-past eight, Tarquin showed up at the city hall's entrance right on time.