The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride
Chapter 1777

Chapter 1777

Chapter 1777

Presley sat there expressionless, but upon hearing Alyssa's words, his expression couldn't help butchange slightly.

Her relentless determination to divorce him, no matter what, made him look like an awful person.

The judge's mediation hadn't gone smoothly. Looking at the divorce papers Alyssa presented, hedidn't have any excuses to favor Presley.

Alyssa’s lawyer voiced her wishes clearly. Citing irreconcilable differences, years of accumulatedresentment, and the need for her future health, he proposed a divorce. He pointed out several ofPresley's flaws to justify the divorce.

After the lawyer had said everything and expressed the hope that Presley would agree to thedivorce, everyone turned their qaze toward Presley.

"Mr. Presley, do you have anything to say about the points we've just listed?"

Presley responded indifferently, "No." All the accusations against him were true, and he couldn'tdeny them.

“Then, do you have any reasons why you can't divorce your wife, Ms. Alyssa?"

Presley spoke again, just as nonchalantly, "No.

Chloe raised an eyebrow; everything was proceeding too smoothly. She had thought Presley wouldhave a solid reason to resist the divorce, but she didn't expect it to go so smoothly.

"So, are you both certain about getting a divorce today?"

Presley closed his eyes tightly, took a deep breath, then slowly nodded, "Yes."

Alyssa sat across from him, her eyes flickering slightly at his words.

A few seconds later, a small smile spread across her face. She didn't say anything more. Thisoutcome was enough for her.

Chloe, sitting in the audience, raised her eyebrow again. Presley hadn't offered any defense fromstart to finish.

The whole process had taken only about ten minutes. If there were no objections, why had he evenbothered to bring the matter to court?

With his domineering and highly vain nature, she found it hard to guess his intentions in the currentsituation.

Damon watched her, leaning back in her chair, pensively staring at Presley. He couldn't help butsmirk.

This woman just can't stay still for a moment. Other women would eagerly look for a well-off man tomarry, aiming for a lifetime of comfort as a pampered lady of a wealthy household, indulging in a lifeof luxury and leisure.

But here she was, with a super wealthy man right by her side, not to mention the fact that she wascarrying two little ones in her belly. He urged her every day to simply enjoy a life of luxury andleisure, but she just wouldn't listen.

Just what had he done in his past life to end up with such a unique woman?

Chloe, deep in thought, felt Damon's gaze and turned to give him a smile, then turned her attentionback to Presley, continuing to unravel the mysteries in her mind.

Damon felt a pang of jealousy. This woman was too easily distracted.

Just as he was starting to frown, Presley spoke again, "I agree to the divorce, but I have onerequest."

Alyssa looked at him coldly, “Let's hear it."

"I hope I can visit you occasionally to see my two great-qrandchildren."

Hearing this, most people's gaze turned to Chloe. The two great-grandchildren he mentioned mustbe the twins she was carrying.

No matter how unreasonable Presley could be, he still had the right to see his great-grandchildren.There was no need to make it a request.

However, Chloe chuckled softly at his words. He was still the same old man, too proud to admitdefeat, but willing to use Alyssa to achieve his goals.

Alyssa glanced at Chloe.

Chloe gave a resigned smile. She couldn't refuse him in front of everyone, could she? Even if shewanted to, she wouldn't dare to risk the legal consequences. This was the court, after all, and shehad no right to deny him his duties and responsibilities.

Alyssa ignored Presley's words and gave a cold laugh, "Even now, you're still using me for your owngains.

Typical of you. Do you really need to make such a request? You're happy to drive your own childrenand grandchildren away, thinking others will feel the same? Only you would believe that kickingsomeone out is a sign of power. But you're truly impressive, raising this issue in court. If I refuse, willthe court sentence me on the spot?"

Presley didn't react to Alyssa's intentional attack. He simply asked, "So you agree?"

Alyssa gave a cold laugh without giving a clear answer.

However, Presley nodded and spoke again: "After being married for so many years, I wouldn't letyou leave empty-handed. As for the compensation, I won't shortchange you."

Alyssa glanced at him coldly, "I don't need anything."

Presley gave her along look, then turned to the lawyer.

The lawyer stood up, holding a file in his hand, and said, "Ms. Alyssa, as divorce compensation, inaddition to the old house in Hong Kong and the Harper's Mansion here, all other properties underPresley's name will be yours. Your savings will be split equally. Moreover, Mr. Harper isunconditionally giving you 30% of the Harper Group's shares."

Everyone was stunned by this statement, not just Alyssa. Despite the Harper Group's currentreputation, it was still a significant player in the business world. Thirty percent of the shares was anastronomical figure.

He only kept two properties for himself and split the rest evenly with her. He even gave nearly all ofthe Harper Group to her.

Decades of marriage, ending up in a courtroom in front of strangers as if they were tearing eachother's faces off, it's astonishing to have such a turnaround. Chloe was also surprised, and evenmore puzzled.

Hadn't Presley already given all his shares to Robin? So where did this current 30% stake comefrom?

Contemplating this, she looked around and noticed that Robin was nowhere to be seen.

She furrowed her brow and a few seconds later, she turned to Damon and asked in a low voice,“What have you been up to these past few days?"

He'd deflected her question at the door earlier.

Damon looked at her as she continued, "Where's Robin? And how did Presley get hold of that thirtypercent?"

Did Presley take it from him and Nathan, or did he reclaim it from Robin?

“Which question do you want me to answer first?"

Chloe glanced at him and said flatly, "The first one."

Damon moistened his lips, looked at Presley on the stage and said casually, "The reason for theplane crash that my parents should have been on was found recently, so we took the opportunity tosettle it."

Chloe paused, "Was it...Robin?" She asked cautiously. After all, Robin was Damon's uncle. If itwasn’t him, it would be incredibly awkward.

Gradually, Damon's expression darkened, "He's been in touch with Ava, so he must have knownabout your identity. That's why he tried to set me up with Wendy. While Wendy had Ava, theadopted daughter of the Queen of Y Country, as a support, compared to this genuine royal princess,it was not much to be feared. Besides, he and Ava are allies. It doesn’t hurt him if you were notrecognized by the royal family, it even brings him the convenience that Ava can provide. But if youwere recognized by the royal family, my relationship with Wendy would inevitably be targeted andsuppressed, which isn't a bad thing for him either"

"He wants to have his cake and eat it too, all for the sake of gaining control over the Harper Group."Darnon spoke softly, his gaze fixed on Presley in front as if discussing something mundane.

Chloe didn't reply. She couldn't figure out Robin's thoughts, but she was surprised that he knew herreal identity.

"He's been helping Ava a lot. The incidents you've experienced were their joint efforts, includinghiring online trolls to attack you, and even the reporter you scolded recently."

As Chloe listened, her expression grew darker. After a while, she let out a cold laugh. "He appearsto be a mature and respectable elder, but turns out to be a despicable man resorting tounderhanded tactics. I knew he had designs on the Harper family, but I didn't expect him to stoop solow. I must have overestimated his intelligence"

Damon remained silent, but a sense of coldness and anger began to rise faintly in Chloe's heart.“So, the plane accident was his doing? When Elizabeth left in a rage followed by Royce, Presleywas certainly displeased with them. So, he took their shares and gave them to Robin, right? Just forthose shares, Robin even planned to harm his own brother and sister-in-law?"

She was a rational person. Despite her anger, she tried to keep her voice steady.

Since Damon said he'd settled some matters, and the shares were now back in the hands ofPresley, something must had happened to Robin. The reason there were no rumors was probablybecause Damon deliberately suppressed the news.

Although she desperately wanted to expose all of Robin's actions, Damon chose to keep it quiet,which probably had its own reasons.

Damon's face was somber, but noticing Chloe's agitation, he took her hand in his. “I'm sorry, theoutcome might not be what you expected."

Chloe's anger gradually subsided at Damon's unexpected apology. She looked at Alyssa in front ofher, took a deep breath, and said calmly: "If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have known about all this. I

was just a bit upset earlier. No matter how monstrous Robin's actions were, he's still her son. If sheknew about everything he's done, I can't imagine how disappointed she'd be. If her healthdeteriorates due to this, it wouldn't be worth it."

Upon hearing her understanding words, Damon felt even more guilty and was completely honestwith Chloe.

“My cousin has been doing well in the military, and these years are critical for him. If Robin's deedswere exposed, his reputation in the military would plummet, and he might even lose his job.

"No matter what Robin has done, I highly respect my cousin. Regardless of his future military rank,achievements, or how much glory he brings to the Harper family, he's an irreplaceable soldier forthe country.

I'm being selfish in this regard."

Chloe nodded slightly, her fingers tightening around Damon's hand, “You don't have to feel guiltyabout this. I know how important this is. Misfortune shouldn't fall on the innocent. Your cousinshouldn't bear the consequences for Robin. Grandma just said that everyone has their own life, andwe only live once. No one should attempt to interfere, controlling others’ lives won't bring truehappiness. Right now, all I want is to spend the rest of my life peacefully with our children and you. Idon't want to meddle in others’ lives anymore."

Damon gently squeezed her hand, "We will"

Alyssa was equally surprised by Presley's arrangement. She frowned at him and said coldly, “You'regiving me all these? At my age, you want me to manage a company? Isn't the Harper Group yourbaby? What's the meaning of giving me this, to make me pity you? It won't work, because I'vealways known that those who are pitiable must have done something hateful. Don't try to playinnocent with me."

Presley sighed deeply and slowly rose from his seat, "Rest assured, I've set aside half of theproperty for myself, so it won't be so dire that you need to pity me. These things have long lost anymeaning to me. Consider this as doing me a favor. How you handle it is entirely up to you. I nolonger have the right to interfere with your decisions."

He paused for a moment, "I'll let my lawyer handle the divorce proceedings, and I'll make sureyou're satisfied.

I'm tired, I'll leave first.

After saying this, he looked up at the judge above. The judge, coming back to focus, followed theprocedure and concluded the trial that had lasted just a short twenty minutes or so.

Alyssa remained seated, her gaze following her husband's retreating figure. Her face was still taut,and finally, she rose from her seat with an icy air. Elizabeth, who was behind her, quickly steppedforward to support her.

Chloe also slowly stood up. The confusion in her heart finally found an answer after Presleyannounced the divorce settlement.