My Blind Wife Wants Divorced

Somehow, the return from her old house made Chloe’s smile refuse to fade. Not because she was meeting Leonel. That was not on her agenda at all. She was numb to it. No matter how clingy Ester was to Leonel, Chloe didn’t care. Even if they were undressing each other, Chloe couldn’t care less. The only people she wanted to meet were Agatha and Robby Grisham.

What she did last night wasn’t for herself. It was for Agatha Theodore. She didn’t like seeing that kind-hearted woman treated differently in her home. When Chloe was still the lady of the house, Agatha’s arrival was always welcomed. Everyone there served her well. There was no boundary between the daughter-in-law and the mother-in-law. They often went shopping together, although Chloe didn’t enjoy that activity.

But hearing Agatha’s complaints and seeing her at the hospital multiple times due to her health, Chloe felt it necessary to teach Ester a lesson. After all, she got what she wanted.

Ester? Furious and yelling incoherently. She was driven out like that while Leonel asked for time to gather his belongings. The man didn’t say much. He immediately agreed to leave. Despite Ester saying this and that, Leonel remained resolute. Ester eventually followed him like an obedient tail. There was one remark that made Ester’s face turn crimson.

“I don’t have a home. I’m going back to my parents’ house. As a Grisham daughter-in-law, you should adjust there soon.”

Chloe felt immense satisfaction. After all, she knew Leonel had an apartment. And as for Ester’s residence, she was sure it would be easy for Leonel to visit. But the reality? That’s what Leonel told Ester in front of her parents. Whether it was just words or meant to make Ester angrier, Chloe didn’t care.

For her, what mattered was that their matters were now different.

Even waking up this morning felt pleasant for Chloe. She immediately washed her face and changed her clothes. The daily activities that she enjoyed remained the same. Cooking. She was taking care of the garden area, which was starting to show its beauty. And now she seemed to have to start thinking about what activities she would do after her recovery process.

“Good morning, Ma’am,” Peni greeted with a warm smile. Chloe responded cheerfully. Moreover, Kia was seen busy with some spices.

“Good morning, everyone,” Chloe greeted warmly. “Kia, how often have I told you that kitchen matters should be left to me?”

“Yes, Ma’am,” Kia chuckled. “I’m just helping you. Sorting the spices.”

Chloe smirked slightly, then began taking out many ingredients to make a delicious breakfast for this bright morning. Because she was in a good mood, preparing this dish would surely be even more enjoyable. She chose smokey beef rolls with refreshing salad dressing.

It took only a short time for several plates of Chloe’s cooking to be served. For lunch, she had already prepared beef soup with all the toppings.

Her phone rang before she could finish her breakfast and think about what she would do today. She slid the object and adjusted her glasses to see the caller’s name more clearly. There was no name displayed, just an unknown number. Chloe hesitated to swipe the green icon on her phone screen. Since her remarkable recovery, she has started getting used to using her old phone again.

She was trying to readjust because her previous phone was severely damaged. Although it was replaced with the same model, some things couldn’t be returned inside the phone, including contact numbers that couldn’t be recovered.

The number called twice, and twice Chloe hesitated. But for the third time, Chloe gathered her courage.

“Hello,” she said a little nervously.

“Good morning, Chloe.”

Chloe felt a relieved sigh after hearing that voice. Josh’s voice. A voice she still remembers to this day. “Good morning, Josh. I didn’t know this was your phone number.”

“Now you know, right? Keep it in mind in case I need to contact you frequently.”

“That’s what you said when you accidentally stopped by my house, right?”

On the other end, Chloe could hear quite hearty laughter. “So you still remember that. I’ve been busy at the office.”

“I know,” Chloe chuckled. “So, why is the big boss calling in the morning?”

“Is there any breakfast left? I’m in front of your house gate.”

“Are you… kidding me?”

Josh still hadn’t answered, but Chloe could already hear the loud honk of a car. A sign that Josh’s words weren’t just a joke.

“You!” Chloe exclaimed, quickly ending the call and asking one of her security guards to open the gate and welcome the guest who arrived early this morning.

A sleek black sedan didn’t take long to enter the garage. Chloe, already standing on the porch of her house, looked at the figure approaching her with a slightly suspicious gaze.

“Good morning, Chloe,” Josh said again.

“Morning, Josh.” Chloe smiled sweetly. “You intentionally came here, right?”

“Yes.” Josh expressed his truth without hesitation. “I wanted to ask for food. Today is going to be a long day for me.”

“Why do I feel like you’re so confident that I’ll give you my cooking?”

“You’ve never abandoned a hungry man like me, Chloe.”

Chloe sighed. “The money in your pocket can buy any breakfast you want.”

“But I want your cooking.” Josh chuckled. “Is that not allowed, or is someone else in the picture?”

The woman blinked slowly. “I don’t know why, but your words feel quite cryptic.”

Josh laughed. “Do they, now?”

“Forget it. Let’s have breakfast. I made plenty of servings. Little did I know, you came here to ask for food.”

Josh laughed even more.

***

Josh repeatedly glanced at the graceful woman sitting beside him. He drove at a steady speed, not too fast or too slow. The soft sound of music played as their companion this time. It was a rare opportunity for Josh to be with Chloe again after such a long time. Previously, most of Josh’s time with Chloe was filled with various organizational activities or discussions about academic matters between professors and other classes.

No more.

But Josh had admired Chloe for a long time. How patient she was when someone asked her about things. According to Josh, her gentleness, her way of speaking, and some of her opinions were very “Chloe.”

“I’m glad you’ve fully recovered,” Josh broke the silence between them.

“I never expected to recover so quickly. Not at all. There was a night when I told Adrianna that my blindness might be permanent. But not.”

“Maybe it’s because of your state of mind.”

“I think so.” Chloe smiled widely. “You already know that I got divorced, right? I know you already knew from how you talked to me a few times, especially before breakfast.”

“Yes.” In front of Chloe, Josh had never wanted to hide anything except his feelings. He had to prove that he could be by Chloe’s side first. But fate had a different plan, and he felt heartbroken. Just when he thought the marriage of the woman he admired was happy, what happened? It was destroyed just like that because that jerk of a man cheated on Chloe.

What was lacking in Chloe? Talking about sincerity with someone who couldn’t see was challenging. So the lesson Josh was giving now was to make up for all the happiness Leonel had ruined in Chloe’s life. No matter what.

Chloe fell silent again, which made Josh feel a little guilty afterward.

“Do… Do you mind that I know?”

“Of course not.”

“Are you happy?” Josh quickly interjected.

“I think I am. Every time I think about my ex-husband, there’s no pain anymore. It’s just normal. Maybe that’s also why my recovery happened so quickly. And I think it’s because of the doctor who treated me. His help was significant, including his support.”

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Chloe turned her head quickly. “What do you mean?”

“You know, I’ve been watching you for a long time. But I was too focused on things outside of romance. Until I forgot that I should have expressed my interest in you long ago.”

Chloe wasn’t too surprised but asked, “Why only now do you have the courage?”

Josh laughed. “That’s it. I was too cowardly. I was busy with many things and business. And I also saw you happy with your marriage. I never expected that a misfortune would befall you.” No, Josh would never mention that he had discovered the affair shortly after their marriage, even though he was far from Chloe. He knew that her life beside him was far from happy.

“Now you’ve succeeded with your achievements. As for me?” Chloe chuckled. “I’ve succeeded in becoming a widow.”

Upon hearing Chloe’s words, Josh wiped the joy off his face. “Don’t blame yourself for what happened to you, Sa. That certainly wasn’t your wish, right?”

“I was the one who asked for a divorce from Leonel, Josh. What else should I endure? Pain? I no longer want to feel it. Besides, in reality, I was able to recover quickly. Why? You said it yourself. Maybe I’m happy; that’s why my healing process is fast.”

Josh let out a soft sigh. “I didn’t want to interfere too much. I apologize for making you recall the past.”

“It’s okay.”

“And to fill your days, do you want to open a flower shop?”

“I think so.”

“Not a bakery? Maybe clothes? Or something related to fashion?”

Chloe seemed to consider for a moment. “Your background is also in the fashion industry, right?”

“Yes. You can discuss business ideas related to fashion.”

“Can it be related to flowers?”

Josh furrowed his brow.

“Talking to you somehow makes me think of something.”

“Shall we discuss it?”

“Can we?”

“Why not?” Josh asked with a wide smile. This time, he would use the opportunity to get closer to Chloe. Josh would push away anyone who approached. He would ensure that Chloe’s happiness belonged solely to her and came from him.