Reclaiming the CEO's Heart

Chapter 30 Were They Playing A Game

The reality that both she and Jacob had to face.

Jacob intended to give up on her completely.

However, she had made her own decision. Avery smiled gently at John and said, "I'm sorry, but please let Mr. Hill know I've changed my mind."

John was utterly puzzled by these two people. At first, Jacob insisted on getting a divorce, then it was Avery, and now Jacob had agreed, but Avery was having second thoughts again.

Were they playing a game?

Was City Hall their venue?

If Jason were here, he would have started complaining already. But John's expression remained unchanged, and he continued to conduct himself professionally, "I'm sorry, Mrs. Hill, but I can't decide this. I'm afraid you'll have to accompany me on this trip."

"I won't make things difficult for you. Let's go." Avery had anticipated this outcome from the beginning. She picked up a scarf and wrapped herself tightly before following Jason out the door.

In the past, whenever they tried to divorce, something unexpected happened. This time, however, things were proceeding unusually smoothly. Even the recent snowstorm had stopped, and it was a bright and sunny day.

The sky was clear, but the temperature remained chilly. The brilliant sunshine caused the accumulated snow on the treetops to melt, dripping down like tears.

When Avery arrived, Jacob was already waiting.

The hall was empty, with only him sitting there, legs crossed, eyes half-closed, and his fingers massaging his temples. He appeared exhausted.

As she approached, she could faintly detect the scent of alcohol on him.

Jacob hadn't been a heavy drinker in the past, but now he seemed to turn to alcohol every night.

He was tired but unable to sleep.

Suddenly, two small hands landed on his temples without warning, using a familiar technique and with the familiar scent of hand cream.

He opened his eyes, speaking softly, "You're here."

"Mm."

Neither of them continued speaking. It was like time had returned to the past when Avery would relieve his fatigue with a soothing massage during weary times. After a while, her hands became sore. The chemotherapy had significantly weakened her body, and she couldn't lift her hands any longer, so she put them down. Jacob took out some documents from a briefcase and pushed them toward Avery. "I've revised the divorce agreement. If you have no problem with it, please sign it." Avery glanced at it. The divorce agreement she had drafted before had only one clause, asking for a settlement fee of one million and five hundred thousand dollars. This new agreement was much more extensive, with 150 million dollars, several houses, cars, and real estate properties.

She chuckled softly. "Mr. Hill, you're quite generous."

Jacob didn't look at her but lowered his head to glance at his wristwatch. "This is what you deserve."

She didn't know what he had been thinking that night. He intended to draw a clear line between them.

He could be more passionate than anyone and also more ruthless than anyone.

Avery held a pen and crossed out some of the terms. "Thanks, Mr. Hill. As I've said, I only asked for one million and five hundred thousand dollars. You've given me 750 thousand dollars, and there's still 750 thousand dollars."

Jacob, upon hearing this, frowned disapprovingly at her.

"Avery, don't be ungrateful."

However, Avery smiled while gazing at him. "I've lived a life of luxury. Although these past two years have been tiring, they've also been fulfilling. Besides, I haven't given birth to any children for you. Asking for so much doesn't seem appropriate."

Jacob was about to say something when Avery suddenly leaned over the table, placing her hands on it. She leaned in closer to him.

"One million and five hundred thousand dollars, and I have one more condition."

His dark pupils reflected her gentle and enchanting smile, and he raised an eyebrow, asking, "What is it?"

Avery's lips curled into a seductive smile, and her sweet voice caressed Jacob's ears as she spoke each word slowly, "Jacob, I want you to spend three months with me."