Chapter 68: A Rash Decision, My Apologies

Henry glanced at Sophie, pushing aside his thoughts, and joined her at the service window. Their phones suddenly blared out, disrupting the moment. "It's Grandpa," Sophie muttered, her brows knitting together as she stepped aside to take the call. "Oh, let someone else go ahead," Henry suggested with a nonchalant façade, though a ripple of relief passed through him. The timing of Joseph Mitchell's call was impeccable. He took a seat again, waiting. After hanging up, Sophie approached Henry, lips pressed together. "Grandpa says the Williams are keen to keep the family partnership." "That's good news," Henry feigned composure. The hesitation in Sophie's voice was clear, her desire to reverse their decision palpable. "So, about the divorce... do we proceed?" She was testing the waters, hoping for a sign of commitment from Henry. If he insisted on parting ways, she would let go. "Divorce?" Henry feigned surprise, fixing a steady gaze on her. "Such a significant decision shouldn't be r