Chapter 26 Trevor sauntered over in his sharp suit and dropped onto the colich with an effortless grace , crossing his legs .
His eyes , sharp and probing , flicked toward Kylie .
Kylie picked up on his odd vibe .
Is he acting this way because of what went down at the Opulence Hotel today ? she wondered .
Then she took a seat facing Trevor , her mind racing .
My run in with Craig at the Opulence Hotel shouldnt have anything to do with Trevor , should it ? Or is he worried someone might find out about our deal ? No , that doesnt add up .
We had an agreement , and I havent spoken to him today , so whys he so uplight ? she pondered .
As she tried to piece it together , her eyes caught sight of a document on the coffee table .
The w Secret Marriage Agreement jumped out at her , catching her off guard .
Isnt this the one we signed when we got our marriage license ? she thought .
Seeing the confusion on Kylies face , Trevor broke the silence .
You remember the terms of the agreement , right ? Feeling a bit puzzled .
Kylie still gave a nod .
She recalled quickly scanning the agreement when theyd put their signatures on it no outrageous stipulations , just the mandatory secrecy and a clear time frame for their marriage .
Mr.
Walters , lets get down to brass tacks , Kylie said , her voice firm .
Trevor sat there , a cigarette dangling from his fingers .
The smoke swirled around his face like a veil , hiding his true feelings .
Kylies confident posture seemed to puzzle him , and a mocking laugh escaped his lips .
Come on , Kylie .
Spill it .
What did you and Craig cook up ? What are you trying to pull here ? Before we finalize this divorce at the courthouse , Ill make sure youre taken care of , for Grandmas sake .
But after that , I dont want you to show up in her life again , Trevor said in a serious tone .
Kylies forehead creased , realization dawning on her .
Craig and broke up a long time ago , she said , her voice even .
Tm not after anything from you .
Noreen has always been there for me , and I married you to express my thanks to her .
Thats it You have my word .
Trevors eyes narrowed , clearly not buying Kylies story .
Broke up ? he echoed , skepticism lacing his voice .
He unlocked his phone , swiped to a photo , and slid it across the table to her .
The phones screen showed a couple wrapped up in each others arms , right outside the entrance of a hotel .
The guy had the girl in a tight grip , like a CEO staking his claim on a new acquisition However , glancing at the photo , Kylie felt her stomach lurch and a wave of nausea hit her .
The memory of Craigs embrace made her skin crawl .
She pressed her lips together , fighting back the revulsion , and with a voice that was more clipped than she intended , she said , Yeah , weve broken up .
Trevors eyebrows shot up , his gaze turning icy as he clearly didnt buy it .
If so , how do you explain that tight embrace ? If you look closely , youll see he was forcing himself on me , Mr.
Walters .
If the photographer had waited a few more seconds , they wouldve seen me push him away , Kylie explained .
I remember the terms of the agreement like its branded on my brain .
I wont get involved with any other guy for three years : If you want to use this photo to smear my name , then Im okay with ending the agreement , Kylie declared , finally bying her cards on the table .
After speaking , Kylie felt a wave of relief , but she also realized Trevors suspicion made sense .
Seeing his expression harden , she pulled out her phone and found the photo shed taken at the car dealership that day .
Besides , Im over Craig .

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He and Melanie have been sneaking around for a while now .
Thats more than enough reason for 1/3 Chapter 20 me to end things with Irims , she said firmly .
Trevor barely glanced at the photo before looking away , but it clearly didnt sway his decision .
He figured Kylies messy love triangle with Craig and Melanie would just get more tangled , and to keep this from reaching Noreen , he thought it was to call it quits .
This photo doesnt prove a thing , he said .
Seeing his firm stance and not wanting to argue further , Kylie nodded and said , If youre dead set on ending the agreement , Im fine with it .
Her straightforwardness seemed to shift Trevor view of her a bit .
Tomorrow morning at 9:30 , lets meet at the courthouse .
What do you want .
In terms of compensation ? Trevor asked .
He wasnt the type to be stingy , and despite any ulterior motives Kylie might have had with him , it was clear that shed brought a ray of sunshine into Noreens life .
Trevor could see it in the way Kylies eyes lit up when she was around his grandmother her affection for Noreen was genuine .
I dont need any compensation .
Kylie refused him flatly .
The letter from Felicia had been a wake up calling her to embrace her independence , and Kylie was confident in her ability to stand on her own two feet financially .
But if Noreen ever needs to see me , or if theres anything I can do to help , I hope you wont stand in the way .
To me , Noreen is just as precious and respected as Felicia , Kylie said , her voice filled with sincerity .
Trevor was acquainted with Felicia , having met her a few times .
She was a mysterious woman and a friend of his grandmother , Noreen .
But in Trevors mind , the fact that Felicia and Kylie traveled in the same circles didnt mean Kylie was without her own motives .
Almost forgot .
Before we got married , you promised to stop all aid to the Lampard family .
I trust youll keep that promise , Kylie added .
With that , Kylie seemed to have said all she needed to .
Trevor gazed at her , lost in thought .
Kylies words were so open and honest that they made him seem like the one with something to hide , as if he were the one trying to provoke a fight just to break their agreement .
With a slight crease in his brow , he agreed .
Its achievable .
They seemed to have reached an understanding .
All that was left was to appear at the courthouse the next day .
Kylie pushed up from her seat , her bag in hand , and made her way to the stairs .
Ill get my stuff together and be out of Starlit Villa by tomorrow , she said , her voice carrying a hint of finality .
When Noreen asks , just tell her we gave it a shot , but were not really suited for each other .
I have a feeling shell get it .
Trevors brow arched skeptically as he took in Kylies words .
Shes got her story all figured out , he thought , a mix of surprise and wariness settling in .
Without waiting for a response , Kylie went upstairs , clearly aware of Trevors suspicion and vigilance .
Theres no hurry to pack .
You can do it after we return from the courthouse .
Zach can drive you then , Trevor advised .
Kylie shook her head and said , I dont have much stuff .
It wont be a problem to pack up .
With a slightly cold expression , Trevor fell silent .
Ten minutes later , he was at Kylies door , looking at the neatly packed suitcase .
The room had returned to its pre Kylie state , as if she hadnt even bothered to seule in Starlit Villa , A strange sensation swept through Trevor , like hed been wrong about Kylie the whole time .
But the moment wasnt his to ponder , because as his eyes met Kylies , which were already fixed on him , he said urgently , Grandmas had a heart problem and shes been rushed to the hospital .
Weve got to get moving Kylies eyes widened with alarm , her heart skipping a beat .
But Noreens been on the mend , hasnt she ? she asked , her voice ringed with worry .
The hospital said they got her just in time , but we wont know the details until we get there , Trevor replied , his voice grave .
2/3 68 % Chapter 26 Dropping the clothes she was folding , Kylie urged , Lets go now Sure , Trevor replied , already heading for the door .
Traffic was on their side , and in less than thirty minutes , they were at the hospital .
Then they hurried straight to Noreens Grant , upon seeing them , gave them an update on Noreen .
Mrs.
Walters has just regained consciousness .
She said if your show up , you two should grab a bite to eat first .
Shell talk to you when shes fully awake