Chapter 48 Rhea didn't know who Marcel was , but judging by the way he dressed , she could more or less figure out his profession . " I'm a Virgo , " she replied calmly . " Why are you asking ? " Lauren's eyes widened . " So you're a Virgo ? " Then she turned quickly to Carter . " Carter , that means ... " But Rhea didn't stay to hear any more . She simply turned and walked into the kitchen . After giving her instructions , she headed upstairs in silence like a guest in someone else's house . Just then , the doorbell rang again . Lauren , being closest to the door , opened it . " Grandma ? " A caregiver wheeled Chloe in . She looked concerned . " Well ? Mr. Coleman , what did you find ? " Chloe was the one who had introduced Marcel to Lauren . Marcel replied , " Mrs. Thayer Senior , this home is disturbed . If you want peace , anyone or anything with incompatible energy in here must be removed . I've identified three individuals who shouldn't stay . Objects are easier to clear out , so those can wait . " Although Chloe was Lauren's maternal grandmother , she was still addressed as " Mrs. Thayer Senior " since Lauren's parents shared the Thayer surname . Chloe's expression turned serious . " Carter , better safe than sorry . This concerns your kids and career . I remember your parents were firm believers in geomancy when they were alive , and so were Lauren's parents . " Devan glanced at Chloe . He wondered why the Thayer family had still gone bankrupt if they had truly believed in geomancy and even consulted geomancers . Chloe wheeled herself closer . " Mr. Coleman , who are the three people ? " " These two , " Marcel said , pointing to Devan and Alisha . " And one other young woman . " 1 Chloe's eyes narrowed . " And what kind of person would be good for Carter's home and career ? " Marcel mumbled something under his breath as he calculated . " Someone with the same horoscope would be ideal . " Lauren leaned in beside Carter . " Carter , you don't need to worry too much . Honestly , I think hard work matters more than all this . If we just keep pushing forward , none of this should matter . " " That's not quite right , " Marcel interjected . " Geomancy is the foundation of a family . If left unchecked , it can lead to illness , misfortune , and ultimately bring ruin . History is full of once - wealthy families falling apart overnight . " Lauren frowned . " That's true . Carter ... " 1/2 Chapter 48 +25 BONUS Carter suddenly looked at Marcel . " So the only solution is to avoid contact ? Is there no other way ? " Marcel hesitated . "Well ... " Carter continued , " Divorce isn't an option . I won't agree to it . " Lauren's chest tightened . That quiet certainty in his voice made her bite down hard on her lip . He actually didn't want a divorce . Even after how cold and distant Rhea had been toward him , he still didn't want to let her go . She wondered if Carter had actually fallen in love with Rhea . Lauren hesitated before saying , " Carter , you can't let feelings get in the way of what's best for the children or your career . You have to prioritize what truly matters . The kids keep getting sick and hurt . As their mother , I'm worried sick too . " She said it that way , hoping that Carter would say the words she had been dying to hear . She wanted him to say , I don't love Rhea . " But instead , Carter stood up , his gaze turning cold . " She's my wife . If believing in geomancy means kicking her out , then I'd rather not believe it at all . " Sensing his shift in attitude , Marcel quickly added , " If you don't want to take that route , there is a second option . You could bring someone into your daily life who shares your horoscope . Their energy can help stabilize yours and balance things out . " 1 Same horoscope ? Chloe suddenly seemed to remember something . " Lauren , your birthday's in the same month as Carter's . You two share the same horoscope . You should stay close to him . Helping him will help the children . " Lauren pressed her lips together . " Grandma , of course I will . But it always seems like I'm the reason Carter and Rhea clash . I just ... " Marcel jumped in immediately . " Mr. Jamison , that's a clear case of incompatibility . If the Virgo in question had a more tolerant nature , there wouldn't be so much conflict and tension . " 11 Ch Ch