My Ex-husband Begs Me Back
Chapter 1029: Digging A Pit

Chapter 1029: Digging a Pit

Grace pursed her lips and remained silent, perhaps overwhelmed bythe multitude of information she had received. After all, Horace hadbeen completely open with her about the issues surrounding ArmstrongCorp. Since she would eventually hear about it from the Armstrongfamily, he thought it was better to tell her directly.

Horace believed that to ensure Armstrong Corp's continued success,he had to make this decision, regardless of the consequences. If heclung to power for too long, Brody would eventually turn against him,and in the end, it would harm Armstrong Corp. So, doing it this way wasno different from digging his own grave.

Grace stayed quiet for a while, her expression heavy. The sudden andweighty news was difficult for her to digest.

Horace, watching her closely, asked softly, “Grace, are you blamingme?"

Grace continued to bite her lip, her expression showing the burden shecarried. The situation was so sudden and serious that it was hard forher to process.

Horace remained calm and reached out to gently hold Grace's hand.He looked into her eyes without evasion and said, "Grace, if you blameme, I won't argue because no matter what, I would have made thisdecision, and it had to be done.”

He continued, "I won't deny that this decision also benefits mepersonally. I don't want to tell you that I did it for you because I don'twant you to feel pressured or guilty towards the Armstrong family. Evenwithout you, I would have done this, and perhaps even moreruthlessly."

Horace wanted to make sure Grace understood this clearly, as it couldcreate a rift between them if left unspoken.

Horace added, "You don't have to respond immediately. I told you aboutthis because I didn't want to keep it from you."

Grace met Horace's gaze and asked softly, “Is Armstrong Corp reallygoing to end?"

"Of course not. Setting aside the effort I've put into it, even for yoursake, Armstrong Corp won't end like this. However, there are inherentrisks in Armstrong Corp's current state. I wanted us to have a thoroughunderstanding while there are no unexpected issues. Although theArmstrong family has exited Armstrong Corp officially, I will privatelytransfer your father's shares to your name. Let's keep this between us,without letting anyone else know."

Horace was completely open, as if he were showing Grace his heart.Grace could feel his sincerity, and it touched her deeply. However, shedidn't show it on her face. Instead, her expression softened, and sheasked, “It's not just about us, is it? Who else knows?"

Horace replied, "Your sister and her husband."

That was just one more person, after all, as they were a marriedcouple.

Grace raised an eyebrow and asked, "Cami knows too?"

Horace answered, "She doesn't know, but Ayan will definitely figure itout.” After all, they're both men, and Ayan will understands hisintentions.

Grace nodded gently, and her emotions seemed to have settled sinceher initial struggle. She whispered to Horace, "I understand what youmean, and I know that your decision is not aimed at the Armstrongfamily or my parents. I do understand the reasoning behind it. Maybe Igot a bit too caught up in my feelings due to the attachment. But Ibelieve I'll adjust my mindset soon. Don't worry; I'll be fine.”

Horace felt relieved to hear her words. He replied, “I'm glad you cansay that. If you ever have doubts that you can't convince yourself toovercome, just tell me. We can discuss it together. But for now, Isuggest you refrain from contacting any friends your parents mightthink of, especially with Camille's situation and the issues withArmstrong Corp. The Wesley family may also hold your parentsresponsible. With both pressures, I'm concerned they might see you asa sacrificial pawn. Although it's just my guess, you understand thembetter than I do, and I believe you might have some answers in yourheart."

Horace's tone became very serious, and the weight in his eyesdeepened.

He was genuinely worried that Grace might secretly return to theArmstrong family. If that happened, he didn't know how to protect her.So, he tried to convey all possible scenarios to Grace, one by one, inthe most comprehensive manner possible. Grace was like a blankcanvas, and her world was simple-just her parents and family. She hadalways followed her parents’ arrangements throughout her life, makingher incredibly vulnerable and lacking a sense of security.

Horace couldn't directly confront her thoughts or adopt a forcefulattitude like he would with employees. He had to gradually penetrateher heart, making her realize that she wasn't alone in this world andthat he was there for her.

At this moment, Horace's thoughts were something Grace couldn'tfathom, and he had no intention of revealing them to her just yet.Instead, he chose to be patient and accompany her like teaching achild.

They talked for a long while, and under Horace's repeated heartfeltconfessions, Grace made a promise to him. She said, "If I ever decideto go back or do something else, I'll tell you in advance.”

"Good, but remember your words. No matter the circumstances, youmust tell me,” Horace emphasized.

“I got it."

Grace couldn't help but replace Horace a bit verbose, but she understoodthat he was doing it for her sake. She appreciated his concern.

The night passed, but the situation did not end with time.

Brody continued to maintain the standoff and did not release anyclarification messages. However, regarding Camille's divorce fromAyan, Simpson Group had responded, citing Brody's personal accountbeing inactive for a long time due to hacking. Although netizens haddoubts, several media outlets had released videos early in the morningshowing both of them leaving the villa together, effectively dispelling thedivorce rumors.

Camille and Ayan were now in the car on their way to the company.Camille sat upright in the back seat, and when she noticed Ayan's rigidposture, she couldn't help but tease him, "No need to be nervous.""How can I not be? If they capture me looking ugly and ungraceful, itwould be embarrassing for you," Camille said anxiously, her adorableappearance making Ayan chuckle.

Ayan replied, "Don't worry; they are at a distance and won't captureyour face in detail.”

"Are the reporters’ cameras really that low-quality? Aren't paparazzifamous for having high-resolution cameras?" Camille asked withcuriosity.

“It's not about the reporters having low-quality equipment; it's about menot liking high-resolution images that show too much detail. We're justdispelling rumors; there's no need to waste so many resources."Camille teased, "Could these words come from you?"

Ayan didn't notice the subtlety and replied with a frown, "What did I saythat you didn't hear?"

"You said a lot, so I don't know which specific sentence you're talkingabout,” Camille said with a light smile, biting her lip playfully.

Ayan was getting frustrated. He grabbed her chin with his fingers,forcing her to meet his gaze. His tone became slightly stern as heasked, "When are we getting remarried?"

"Mr. Simpson, your tone sounds like you're ordering an employee. Idon't really like it," Camille straightforwardly conveyed her thoughts.She looked at Ayan and asked softly, "Saying it like this, you won't beangry, will you?"

"Are you concerned about whether I'm angry or not?" He replied,looking displeased.

Camille smiled and said, "Of course, I care. If it weren't for youyesterday, I'd probably be in Chesen City by now. So how could I notcare about you?"