Chapter Sixteen: A Parting Gift.
Cruz cleared his throat.
"A dry scotch would do."
"Coming..." Lima grinned shyly and trotted away.
"Just bring the entire bottle." Cruz called after her.
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At the Piper's mansion, Lesley walked solemnly back to the livingroom and resumed her seat beside Laura.
Laura had some words in her lips but decided against spewing. Her friend's mood and the tension in the room wasn't conducive for frivolities.
"Was he served?" Lesley suddenly inquired.
"Sure". Laura responded.
"Did he sign?"
"The man barely created the chance to get served. The cloud on his face as he left, could brew a storm. I doubt he would have the nerve to open the envelope in the coming days". Laura provided her insight.
"He'd better sign that divorce document already. I don't wis
