Chapter 222

However, Shirley's hopes were met with disappointment. All Carlisle could think of at that moment was Katrina's words about divorce. Carlisle was truly furious. He thought being away for a few days would help Katrina to calm down and think things through. It never crossed his mind that she would bring up a divorce. An inexplicable anger and panic crept into Carlisle's heart. He did not have the time to process his feelings—all he could think of was how to make Katrina take back her words. "Shirley, please leave us. She and I need to talk," said Carlisle curtly, pushing Shirley away. It was the first time he had spoken to her in a demanding manner since she moved into the Zachman residence. Shirley panicked, and a chill ran down her spine. She could not help but wonder how things got to this point. Things were supposed to go smoothly if they had gone according to her plan. However, not only were things delayed, but even Carlisle had changed. He had become unpredictable and some