Divorced But Not Defeated The Military Queen’s Rise Again novel Chapter 108

Chapter 108 Protecting Her

Sidonie bit her lip. Naturally, she didn’t want Quinn to end up with Julius either.

However, at that moment, Trent’s demeanor stirred a faint unease within her.

Even though they are already divorced, why does it seem like Trent cares about Quinn more now than when they were married?

It’s as if he can’t bear the thought of Quinn being swept off her feet by another man!

Could it be that Trent has feelings for Quinn…

No, it can’t be!

Sidonie reassured herself. Trent loves me, and even though he’s still using the excuse of “just friends,” it’s merely to avoid gossip.

After a while, when the uproar surrounding Trent’s divorce gradually subsides, our relationship will naturally progress beyond just being “friends“!

“Sympathy?” Julius gave a low chuckle, a smirk of mockery playing on his lips. “It seems like Mr. Grafton really doesn’t understand Quinn at all!”

Who’s even qualified to show her, a woman of her caliber, a moment’s sympathy?

Moreover, he had never contemplated “toying” with her. Initially, it was curiosity that drew him to her. She had never abandoned him in times of peril, which made him want to keep her by his side. He thought that perhaps, in this way, his fascination with her would eventually fade.

Yet… the more time he spent with her, the more he found himself growing increasingly drawn to this

woman.

“I’m serious about Quinn. I’d be ready to be with her at any moment, if only she’d say yes,” Julius remarked.

Once these words were spoken, whispers immediately filled the surrounding air.

Marley exclaimed in surprise, “Julius, what do you mean by that? Are you saying you want to date Quinn?”

Date Quinn? Julius‘ eyelashes quivered slightly at the question. However, he felt that just dating wasn’t quite enough for him.

It seemed like he wanted even more than that.

“Quinnie.” Julius looked at Quinn. “If you’re willing, let’s be together. From now on, you’ll be my girlfriend!”

Quinn was taken aback, staring blankly at the person before her.

Is he serious? Or is he just… saying that to save me from embarrassment?

With a mocking glint in his eyes, Julius looked at Marley. “So you think you can walk side by side with me?”

His words served as a reminder to her that all she had was merely the result of his influence. If his and the Whitethorn family’s support were to be withdrawn, she would be left with nothing.

Just like before she met him all those years ago, she was merely an unloved illegitimate daughter of the Bridger family.

Eventually, it was the “price of an eye” that officially led her to the doorstep of the Bridger family. Finally, her father was willing to marry her mother.

Among the guests attending the banquet, naturally, there were some who knew the reason behind Marley’s rise to power in the Bridger family.

Upon hearing Julius‘ words, everyone shifted their gaze to Marley, each harboring their own speculations in their hearts.

Marley stiffened, her voice strained as she spoke. “What does Quinn have? Besides being the daughter of fallen heroes, what else can she offer? What can she do for you? Julius, don’t forget this. I was even willing to sacrifice an eye for you!”

Marley intentionally mentioned that, aiming to stir up a sense of guilt within Julius.

However, the man’s darkened eyes remained as cold as ever.

“I don’t need her to do anything for me, but if you continue to belittle her in my presence, I won’t hesitate to put you in your place!” At that moment, even the mockery in his eyes had vanished, leaving behind only

an endless chill.