My Blind Wife Wants Divorced

“Good afternoon, Chloe. It’s nice to see you again,” Chris greeted Chloe, extending his hand with a smile. Relief appeared on Chris’ face, knowing that Chloe was there. She still cared for him in some way. It was understandable, considering that in the past, Chris had always emphasized how lucky Leonel was to have a wife like Chloe.

Even in the last moments before he handled their divorce, Chris had given Leonel a stern warning. Now, it had become a reality: Chloe couldn’t be reached again by Leonel, no matter how hard he tried.ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

“I’m also glad to see you, Mr. Chris. How have you been?” Chloe replied politely, although she felt awkward meeting Chris before Darren. Nevertheless, she was happy to see Chris there. To see that Chris was in good health and vitality. They last met at the final trial that implicated Josh and Ester. After that, Chloe chose to distance herself from the Grisham family.

“By God’s grace, I’m doing well.” Chris smiled warmly. His eyes immediately focused on the man by Chloe’s side. “Long time no see, Dr. Darren. How have you been?” Chris extended his hand warmly to the man, and Darren returned the gesture warmly.

“I’m good. It’s nice to meet Mr. Chris again here.”

“You’ve been here for a while? How is Leonel doing?” Chris asked Chloe, who shook her head gently. Seeing her expression, Chris understood. “Mrs. Agatha has informed me about Leonel’s condition. I don’t know what kind of miracle has enveloped him, but Leonel managed to survive.”

“It seems like Mr. Leonel’s condition is starting to stabilize, sir,” Darren said this time. “He has also passed the critical stage very well. There is hope that Mr. Leonel will reunite with his family.”

“You’re right, Doctor. I also hope that will happen.”

The three of them returned to sitting on the waiting bench. Occasionally, they engaged in light-hearted conversations to ease the awkwardness. The Doctor who was treating Leonel had already examined his condition and reported that they only had to wait for him to regain consciousness.

Chloe didn’t disclose the actual situation. She feared that it would create an even more awkward position if Leonel woke up and realized who he had been talking to.

“Oh, Chloe, I still have a practice schedule at three in the afternoon. It’s only a two-hour session, but I have a patient with a special appointment. It seems the consultation will take longer,” Darren said, smiling at Chloe. He understood her busy schedule and was grateful she still made time to accompany him here. “I’ll wait for you to pick me up.”

“It just so happens that Mrs. Agatha and Mr. Robby will arrive here soon, Sa. So I think it won’t be a problem if Chloe waits for you to finish your practice, Doctor,” Chris said with a slight smile. He had been observing the interactions between the two people next to him. It was no longer just a friendship or a doctor-patient relationship. They indeed seemed like a couple intoxicated with love.

Darren’s gaze couldn’t deceive the experienced eyes of Chris.

However, the big question in Chris’ mind was Chloe. Several times, he saw her staring at the brightly painted green door with a worried and melancholic expression. It was as if her eyes were saying how much she worried about the person inside.

Although their hands were intertwined, Chris knew that one heart still hesitated to move forward. That heart belonged to Chloe. Chris couldn’t deny it. He knew Chloe as a simple, polite girl who entered the Grisham family and was showered with love by Leonel’s parents but was ultimately neglected. Yet she chose to endure, accepting all the betrayals Leonel had inflicted on her.

She was hoping that Leonel would beg for her love like a beggar.

Now the question remained, which feeling was stronger: her resentment or love?

“It’s not a problem. I’m grateful that there’s someone to accompany Chloe. Moreover, I can’t underestimate Chloe’s relationship with the Grisham family, right?” Darren emphasized, not wanting to reveal his jealousy and worries.

“Don’t worry, Doctor. We consider Chloe part of the family. Although, well, you know Chloe’s status here,” Chris replied understandingly.

Chloe, the center of their conversation, let out a slight cough. “You’re talking about me while I’m right before you? Seriously.”

The two men near her chuckled softly. At least their conversation managed to lighten the atmosphere.

“I’ll walk Darren to the lobby, Mr. Chris,” Chloe requested, slightly bowing her head.

“I’ll take my leave then, sir,” Darren said, extending his hand, which Chris soon met. Chris let out a soft sigh as their backs disappeared behind the hospital corridor. His gaze now focused on the door of Leonel’s room.

“You lost, Leonel.”

***

“Are you… really okay with me being here for a while?” Chloe asked with a worried tone. Her eyes gazed sadly at Darren, who was about to get into his car.

“Why would it be a problem?” Darren smiled faintly, tucking Chloe’s stray hair behind her ear. “I’m not bothered, Sa. Who would want this to happen? Even though I don’t like Leonel being around you lately, it doesn’t mean I’m happy about this misfortune happening to him.”

Chloe fell silent.

“You and the Grisham family are close, Chloe. I can feel their sincerity towards you. Even when I was still your Doctor, I knew they were good people. Despite Leonel’s treatment towards you, I admit they are parents who should set a good example. Unfortunately, their son didn’t think in that direction.”

Chloe chuckled at Darren’s remark. “If Leonel didn’t act up, wouldn’t we just be doctor and patient?”

Darren looked deeply into Chloe’s eyes after hearing her say that. Then he laughed. “Oh my, Lord. You’re right.” Once again, he pulled Chloe into his embrace.

“Let go of me, Darren,” Chloe protested, pushing against his chest slightly. Unfortunately, he was reluctant to release her.

“Your words just dispelled my worries, Sa. Honestly, I was scared,” Darren whispered. His words made Chloe stop trying to free herself. She couldn’t explain why she heard such a strong sense of love and possessiveness in Darren’s voice.

“What are you afraid of?” Chloe asked.

“I’m afraid you’ll turn away from me because of Leonel’s condition.”

“What?” Chloe pushed Darren again, but he refused to let go. “Darren!”

“Wait, Chloe. Listen to me,” Darren tightened his embrace. “This is my fear, Sa. Seeing how worried you are about Leonel. And earlier in the room, you were so focused on him.”

“You… saw that?” Chloe asked incredulously. “That… that’s not what you think, Darren.”

“I don’t want to know what you two talked about, Chloe. I don’t care. As long as in your heart, there’s only me; personally, Leonel is just an outsider who knows nothing. Even though you once lived under the same roof, your understanding level is very different from mine, right?

Chloe fell silent.

“I love you with all my heart, Chloe. I want happiness for you. I would be even happier if I could be the one to bring you happiness until the end of our lives. But even if…,” Darren released his embrace on Chloe. He gazed intensely at the woman he loved. Her face looked so beautiful under the dazzling sunlight. Luckily, Darren’s parking spot wasn’t directly exposed to the sun.

“Even if it’s not me who brings you happiness, I’ll accept it.”

“Darren,” Chloe quickly spoke. “I know it might be painful for you to accompany me here. But all I can say is I’m only worried about Leonel. This worry won’t turn into love. My love for Leonel has died. Maybe there are still unfulfilled hopes in my ego right now. But I believe you can fulfill them, right?”

A wide smile spread across Darren’s face. “Of course. Tell me what you want, and I’ll make it happen.”

“Now, you should go, Darren. Time is passing. I’m afraid your workload will pile up. Don’t be too late to pick me up here, okay?”

“Alright.” Darren laughed happily. He gently caressed Chloe’s blushing cheek. “I love you, Chloe.”

“I love you too,” Chloe replied with a sweet smile as sweet as honey.