My Blind Wife Wants Divorced

“Goodness! Please forgive me,” said someone who made Chloe take a few steps back. She also flinched in surprise and felt a cold splash of water touch the back of her hand. Her only hope was that her clothes didn’t get stained by the spilled drink that had hit her.

“Ma’am!” Peni, slightly hysterical from the accidental collision earlier, even found herself repeatedly wiping parts of Chloe’s body with a tissue. “Are you okay, ma’am?”

Chloe smiled, not knowing precisely what had happened but feeling one thing: someone had accidentally bumped into her. Chloe might even have bumped into the person, disregarding Peni’s warning about her steps. Perhaps she hadn’t been paying much attention because of the loud music playing as background entertainment for the guests before they entered the main event, which was about to start with Robby Grisham’s arrival at his table.Content protected by Nôv/el(D)rama.Org.

“What’s going on here?” Agatha asked before Chloe had a chance to respond to Peni’s question.

“Forgive me, ma’am. I accidentally bumped into, uh, I recognize this beautiful lady. But I’m afraid of being mistaken.”

Agatha frowned. “And who are you?”

“I’m Josh William. From Josh Corp.”

Agatha blinked and then smiled. “You must be a business partner from Mountain Pte, right? I might not know many of the guests.”

Josh, the man, smiled. “Before I introduce myself further, I must ensure this woman I bumped into is okay. At least, I hope the drink I brought didn’t ruin her beautiful dress.”

Chloe had been listening attentively, not just casually, because she recalled many memories from her past. Memories of a voice she knew well and was highly familiar with from college. He was a towering figure with a friendly smile, not to mention his authoritative voice when giving directions to his juniors. His hair was slightly extended, with a black ponytail on his wrist. He wore a checked shirt, a white undershirt, and faded jeans, his daily attire.

Could it be?

“Josh?”

“Ah… my guess was correct.” Josh smiled widely, unable to hide the joyful sparkle in his eyes. It even puzzled the woman standing not far from Josh, whom he was a hundred percent sure was Chloe’s mother-in-law. But for Josh, it wasn’t a complex matter. He knew what he had to do. “Surely, you’re Chloe Delilah. You used to be my junior in college. And now, if I’m not mistaken, you’re Leonel Grisham’s wife? My current business partners.”

There was a sigh exchanged between Chloe and Agatha that Josh could clearly hear. His heart rejoiced because his plan had been going well so far. His visit was indeed for one purpose: to meet Chloe and win her back. To Josh, Chloe would always belong to him, no matter what. Grisham had crushed his dreams, even though he was trying to improve himself, but what happened? Damn it! If he remembered the past five years, Josh felt like cursing the situation, but apparently, God was still kind enough to give him an opportunity. He would make the best use of it and not let anything go to waste.

“Oh, my God!” Chloe covered her mouth. Her eyes were slightly teary. How could she forget the kind-hearted and hardworking person in the organization she was dedicated before? Josh William had always left a lasting impression in Chloe’s heart until now. “How have you been?”

“You know him?” Agatha asked curiously. Although there was a slight smile on her lips, her curiosity and wariness were still high. For some reason, with just a glance, she felt an unusual attitude from the well-dressed and entirely branded man. Agatha was not ignorant when it came to men’s clothing, especially since she almost dressed her husband every day, and before Leonel got married, she also took care of her son’s wardrobe.

“I know him, Mom. He was my senior in college,” Chloe said, beaming. “Oh yeah, Josh, let me introduce you to my mother-in-law.”

Agatha accepted the extended hand with a small smile. Small talk was always necessary for every meeting, whether it was business-related or above the common interests she usually attended every day.

“I’m glad to meet you, Mrs. Agatha.”

“I’m also glad, Mr. Josh. Indirectly, I’m sure Mr. Josh is connected to my daughter or husband.”

Josh smiled meaningfully. “That’s correct, ma’am. Yesterday, I just signed some special documents with Mr. Leonel.”

“Well,” Agatha nodded knowingly. “But it seems our conversation needs to be postponed, Mr. Josh. I have to accompany my husband.”

“That’s not a problem, ma’am.” Josh nodded and let Agatha walk away after telling Chloe to stay with him for a while.

“When Leonel finishes his business, go to the table immediately, dear,” Agatha said. Josh could still hear her. He could also see Chloe’s obedient expression in his eyes. This middle-aged woman seemed to treat Chloe very well in Josh’s eyes. Based on the information he had dug up and searched about Chloe’s life under the Grishams’ influence, Agatha and Robby’s treatment of the woman now in front of him was commendable. Josh’s smile refused to fade from his face.

Observing closely how Chloe behaved in front of him nearly drove him insane. Chloe’s beauty had long captivated his heart. Unfortunately, Josh encountered many obstacles where he had to prove himself first before getting closer to the beautiful fair-skinned girl. Chloe was not from an ordinary background like Josh used to be, and her grandmother, Ningrum Esterswati, had warned him from the beginning that he had to be a responsible young man, both financially and for the future. Because Chloe herself was not descended from ordinary people like Josh used to be.

Unfortunately, fate did not favor Josh. He felt heartbroken when he heard about the arranged marriage and the extravagant wedding. Although Josh didn’t express his true feelings, Ningrum should have known his intentions and purpose when he met the middle-aged woman at her residence.

“How are you, Josh?” Chloe asked, interrupting his thoughts about the past. He no longer cared about what happened behind him. After all, what could he demand? Ningrum had returned to the afterlife. And the marriage he thought would make Chloe happy? It turned out to be the opposite. That was what solidified his determination to win Chloe over. He wanted to be by her side, ensuring her happiness, not allowing that woman, Leonel, to overshadow Chloe. Instead of bringing joy, that man was busy enjoying himself with others.

Josh wouldn’t have gone this far if only Leonel could provide a married life that made Chloe happy. He just wanted the woman he loved to be happy. Even if the arranged marriage had to exist, Josh would accept it if it meant Chloe’s happiness. He wouldn’t feel the lingering heartache he felt now. And he swore that, no matter what lay ahead, Josh would claim her.

Claim her! No matter what, he had to sacrifice later. But first, he wanted Leonel to feel the pain of being deceived by his partner.

“Me?”

“Oh my,” Chloe said, annoyed. “Speaking so formally, huh?”

Josh chuckled. “I apologize sincerely. I almost made the waiter stumble, but unfortunately, it splashed your dress. Which part got dirty? Allow me to replace it.”

Chloe sighed. “You don’t need to worry about such things. Besides, my black attire won’t show any stains. Peni, come here,” she called her assistant, who quickly approached.

“Yes, ma’am.”

“Is anything wet? Please make sure,” Josh interrupted their conversation. There was a tone of concern, but seeing Peni nod confidently, Josh felt relieved. Even if Chloe’s assistant had been splashed with a drink, it was just orange juice that could be easily cleaned.

“Peni, please get drinks for Mr. Josh and me.”

Peni obediently nodded and walked away. However, she kept an eye on her employer in case she needed something else, whether it was continuing towards the prepared table. Meanwhile, Josh seemed unsatisfied as he gazed at Chloe, who looked exceptionally stunning tonight.

“How long has it been since we last met, Sa?” Josh asked, his eyes fixed on Chloe. He knew the woman’s condition in front of him now, and it was an advantage. Chloe didn’t see the longing reflected in his eyes. He could also satisfy his thirst for Chloe, which had built up over time.

“Um… seven years?”

“Seems like it,” Josh nodded. “I heard about the accident that happened to you,” he added with concern.

Chloe smiled faintly. “It doesn’t matter. I’m in recovery now, and I pray that I’ll soon return to my normal self.”

“Amen. Hopefully, Chloe. I couldn’t imagine what it was like. I wanted to return to New York City to visit you. Our classmates were all buzzing about the news of your accident, Sa.”

“Yes, Adrianna told me back then. But you know it wasn’t easy to meet me.”

Josh nodded again. “You’re right. Many people wanted to ensure you were okay, Chloe, not just my family.”

“It’s not just my family that matters,” Chloe smiled, recalling the time of the accident and how the circumstances made her blame God. It needed to be fairer. Multiple misfortunes hit her, while the person who caused this trouble for her appeared happy.

Where’s the justice in that?

That’s why Tisa closed her meetings with people, including acquaintances and friends from her university days. “You know, Josh, being a disabled woman makes me feel alienated.”

“Don’t say that,” Josh couldn’t bear to see the smile disappear from Chloe’s face. Regardless of whether he acted too impulsively, he took her hand. The fragrance of Chloe’s perfume was distracting. He wanted to inhale it as much as possible to satisfy his deep longing for this woman.

He gently caressed the back of her hand. If only this weren’t a grand event with hidden eyes everywhere, not to mention his newly built reputation, he would have kissed the silky smooth back of her hand.

“God has allowed you to continue living, Sa. You have to realize that. Only some get such a rare chance. Although your situation is different, you are still the radiant Chloe in my eyes,” Josh said, his gaze fixed. His eyes seemed to move slowly.

“Your compliments always bring me peace, Josh,” Chloe said with a wide smile. “Thank you for your encouragement. The good news is that this blindness is only temporary.”

“Oh really?” Josh pretended not to know that he knew a lot, even much more, about Chloe’s news all this time. “And now?”

“I’m much better now, Josh.”

“Thank goodness,” Josh sighed with relief.

For Chloe, meeting Josh was like a refreshing breeze. Their close relationship in the past made Chloe never hesitate to share many things, and she thought meeting him again would be awkward. But it wasn’t. Her lips flowed effortlessly, talking about this and that to Josh, even though she should have restrained herself. But what can she say? Josh has always been a friendly and easy-to-talk-to person since she met him.

“I hope we can-”

“What’s going on, Chloe?”

Chloe widened her eyes and was startled, not only because of Leonel’s sudden arrival but also because she heard a strong punch. In her imagination, Leonel hit Josh out of the blue. “What’s going on, Leonel?”

Before she could get an answer, the woman’s hand suddenly felt pain from a tight grip. Before she could express her objection, she was dragged away forcefully. She only heard Peni’s voice shouting, “Ma’am, Chloe!”

“We’re going home!”