Chapter 15 Menu Susana was momentarily shocked , but she quickly composed herself and answered honestly , " No , Mr. Hardwick hasn't been home these past few days . She added , not forgetting to defend Coleman , " He's always busy . Don't overthink it . " Jensina simply nodded , " Okay , I won't . " She had no interest in speculating about her soon - to - be ex - husband's whereabouts . After days of poor sleep , she had hoped that lying in the familiar bed would bring her a peaceful night , but instead , she found herself restless . This place , despite being the same room and the same bed , no longer felt like home . It was as if everything had stayed the same , yet everything had changed . She reached for her phone on the nightstand , mindlessly scrolling through Instagram . Gertrude's post read , " Just sent off my best friend . Now back home to bury myself in these case files . " Jensina smiled and liked the post . As she scrolled , her finger paused and a post . Juanita's post read , " You really did it . You promised to protect me forever , always by my side when I needed you most . " The photo showed Juanita lying in a hospital bed , someone feeding her fruit . Although only one hand was visible , the fingers were long and slender , with a small red mole on the wrist . Jensina instantly recognized the man in the picture . It was Coleman . She took a screenshot and quickly forwarded it to Coleman , asking , " Still at the hospital ? I have something to discuss. Can I come see you tomorrow ? " Since she didn't come home , she didn't mind taking the first step . Divorce was a relief for everyone . At LAX Airport , Coleman slouched in his seat after the flight , rubbing his temple in exhaustion . The streets were empty in the dead of night , and his black Maybach glided smoothly through the city . The streetlights flickered , casting intermittent shadows on his sharp profile . Once known for his gentle , refined demeanor , Coleman now exuded a cold , distant aura . His assistant softly asked , " Mr. Hardwick , are we heading to the office or Oakwood Villa ? " " Let's stop by the office first , Coleman replied , his voice thick with fatigue . The day Jensina had been discharged , a fatal incident occurred at a project for the Seattle Branch of the Hardwick Group . Coleman had flown out immediately , suppressing the news and working non - stop for days to clean up the mess . Meanwhile , back at the headquarters , plenty of work had piled up . He worked through the night , ensuring everything was set for the next day's operations . The entire burden of the Hardwick Group rested on his shoulders . He couldn't afford to relax . Suddenly , his phone lit up . It was a message from Jensina , and for a brief moment , he let out a breath of relief . He'd sent her a message that day , but she hadn't replied . He assumed she was still angry , thinking he'd give her some space before he returned home to calm her down . He picked up the phone , but before replying , he called Juanita . " When was this photo taken ? " Juanita , drinking at a bar , made her way to a quieter spot . " What photo ? " 10:25 Admissions Open - MBA Fall 2025 Dow University of Health Apply now 5.8 % < Chapter 15 Coleman didn't waste time , his voice tired as he said , " The photo you posted on Instagram just now . " Juanita froze . That Instagram post , seen only by those connected to the Hardwick family , was clearly meant for Jensina . Coleman immediately pieced it together . " You deliberately made sure Jensina saw it , didn't you ? " Menu There was a long pause on the other end , and Coleman's voice grew sterner . " You didn't need to do this . Jensina is simple - hearted . She doesn't have any ulterior motives . " " What do you mean by that ?" " This should be my question , " Coleman replied . " I did it on purpose . " Juanita , unbothered , decided to be blunt . She added , " I wanted her to know that the one you care about and the one you've always been there for is me . It's always been me ! I'm scared that if you don't divorce her or you'll still care for her … " " Nita … " Coleman sounded frustrated , loosening his tie . " I'm the same age as Stanley . I've seen Jensina grow up . She's like a sister to me . If I were to have feelings for her , what's the difference between me and a monster ? Can you think rationally for once ? " Juanita pressed on , " Then when are you going to divorce her? " Lately , " divorce " felt like everyone's favorite word for him . It seemed as though everyone believed that divorce was what he needed to do . But only he knew that every time he heard that word , it felt like a lump in his throat , choking him . Coleman wasn't sure why . Maybe it was because divorcing would affect the Hardwick Group's stock price , or maybe it would ruin Juanita's reputation . One thing he knew for sure . He couldn't divorce Jensina . Without thinking , he answered firmly , " It's never going to happen . " The next day , Jensina woke up groggily and checked the time . Only then did she see Coleman's reply , " What's going on ? I'll explain when I get home . " Jensina had a pretty good idea of what he was doing . He probably didn't want to bring her into things in front of Juanita . He was likely worried she would throw something at Juanita's head again . But for Jensina , that response was enough . Once he came back and explained , she could finally leave this house - the one that no longer made her feel safe . After freshening up , Jensina got dressed , ready to head downstairs . Just before exiting the walk - in closet , she paused , a thought creeping into her mind . Coleman wasn't exactly the type to dote on his wife , but for all the social events requiring a female companion , he would always bring her along .. And , occasionally , there were moments when she had to accompany him . Because of that , her closet was full of designer clothes , jewelry , and handbags . The Hardwick family had never been short of money . After the divorce , all of these would be sent to their final destination - the trash . Since that was the case , she had an idea . Jensina reached out to a charity , donating everything . The clothes were taken by the organization , and the proceeds were used to help fund the 10:25 Admissions Fall 20 … Apply now DUHS EDUPK 5.8 % < Chapter 15 education of girls in impoverished areas . Menu Once everything was packed up and Susana had agreed to handle the shipping , Jensina finally felt ready to head downstairs for breakfast . As she passed through the living room , she was surprised to see Estella , impeccably dressed in a Chanel suit , sitting there with a cold expression . Jensina's surprise was evident . " Estella , what are you doing here ? " Estella waved her over . " Come here . " Jensina noticed a gift box on the coffee table , its ribbon undone . Her eyelids fluttered , a sense of unease creeping over her . She wasn't sure if Coleman had seen the divorce papers yet . But she was certain that Estella had seen them . over to the She walked over to the sofa and silently took a deep breath . " So , you've seen it ? " " You want a divorce … " Estella's tone wasn't condescending , just softening slightly as she pulled Jensina to sit beside her . " Why didn't you tell me or Eliza ? " Jensina lowered her gaze as she refilled Estella's teacup , looking up with a humble expression . " Eliza has just been hospitalized . I was afraid it would upset her more if I brought it up . " " You think the divorce will have no effect on her health ? " Estella paused , realizing she sounded a bit too harsh , and sighed . " I know you're sensible . If you want to divorce , I'm sure you have your reasons , but you need to think carefully . Are you and Coleman really at the point where divorce is the only option ? " " Estella … " Jensina looked down at the marble floor , her long lashes casting a shadow across her face . She hesitated for a long time before finally speaking . " Coleman and I have been married for three years , but we've never even shared a bed . " 19 < -18 4 = T =