Chapter 43 Chapter 43 EX 55 vouchers Ian's coldness cut Chloe's heart like a knife . She pushed him away , her voice trembling , with rage . " Why ? You're the one who cheated . Why should I be the one to put up with it ? " Ian grabbed her wrists tightly . " Because you're Mrs. Hamilton . You have to put up with it . " Chloe screamed , her emotions in tatters . " I don't want to be Mrs. Hamilton anymore , Ian . I don't want you . I want a divorce . What part of that don't you get ? " Ian's voice was cold and steady . " Chloe , without my approval , no auction house in Kingsford will touch your jewelry , and no hospital will hire you . " Chloe , completely out of control , started pounding on him . " You bastard , Ian ! " Ian's grip tightened . " Chloe , I know you don't want a divorce . Even if you did , I've already told you that you can't afford to leave me . " His tone was icy , devoid of any warmth . They locked eyes , and the despair in Chloe's gaze twisted slowly into hate . Unable to break free , she suddenly leaned in and sank her teeth hard into Ian's shoulder . Ian let out a muffled grunt of pain , but instead of pulling away , he held her even tighter , refusing to let go . The cramped luxury car was filled with tense silence for a long while . It wasn't until the taste of blood flooded Chloe's mouth that she finally let go . Her lips were stained with fresh blood , and her eyes were rimmed red , burning with anger . Her lips quivered . as she stared Ian down , hatred flooding her gaze . Chloe stared at Ian , her voice steady and fierce . " The day you married me , I made a vow . I would rather give up my own life than ever leave you , Ian . " Her lips trembling , Chloe's voice broke . " But now ? I regret everything . Even if I lose everything , even if it destroys me , I'm leaving you ." With that , Chloe threw open the car door and walked away without a second glance . Ian gently rubbed his aching shoulder , peering through the window as Chloe , completely falling apart , sobbed and bolted across the street . This was the second time Chloe said she regretted it . But he was sick of her constantly using death to threaten and test him . Frustrated , Ian drove straight to the Royal Court Club . 13:22 Thu , Oct 2 Chapter 43 220 55 vouchers Patrick gave lan a gentle nudge . Have you ever thought that maybe Chloe isn't just threatening you ? Maybe the really does want a divorce . Maybe you're just too sure of yourself . Jan's voice was firm , unwavering , ' She went to see Andrea today , called her a homewrecker , threatened to take back the house , and tried to force her to leave Kingsford with Clint . See ? She doesn't actually want a divorce " Patrick fell silent . Chloe wasn't that once radiant and proud heiress of the Irvine family anymore . But deep down , her pride was still intact . There was no way she'd lower herself to mess with Andrea and her kid . Patrick finally broke the silence . " Even if Chloe did go to her , it's only because you guys pushed her over the edge . It's not Chloe's fault . " Ian massaged his temples , looking exhausted . I'm heading out on a business trip this week . Keep an eye on things for me , will you ? I don't want Chloe causing more trouble with Andrea . " Patrick rolled his eyes . " Why don't you just take Andrea and her kid with you ? " Ian frowned . Patrick shrugged . " Or you could always get rid of Chloe for good " Ian shot him a look . Patrick spread his hands , his voice dripping with dry humor . " Or you could just die , Ian . Problem solved , and both women get some peace . Ian headed straight for the door . As he reached the doorway , he stopped . " Chloe is out of a job now . I'm worried she might lose control and go confront my grandpa . I'll ask Mia to keep him company more often . If anything comes up , call me immediately . On the third day after lan's departure , things started to shift . Chloe's jewelry was finally sold . The buyer even signed a deal that if they ever wanted to flip those pieces , Chloe got first dibs . As soon as 500 million hit her account , Chloe didn't hesitate . She treated Eric to a nice dinner to show her gratitude . Over dinner , Eric brought it up again . " So , have you decided what you want to do about work ? " Chloe paused for just a second , and then spoke up with determination in her eyes , " Eric , since the Jordan family's private hospitals are all over the place , could I get transferred to the Tecnovia branch ? That's where music therapy began , and I really want to study it firsthand . Eric smiled reassuringly , " Just say the word , and I'll make it happen . It's totally up to you . When do you want to go ? " Chloe answered without hesitation , " Three days from now . " 13:22 Thu , Oct 2 Chapter 43 13 55 vouchers Eric nodded . " I'll set everything up tonight . The hospital will cover all the travel arrangements . " After parting ways with Eric , Chloe swung by the supermarket , picked up tons of fresh ingredients , and went home to whip up a feast for her family . That evening , Frank got back from work , and Carl was home for the weekend . Chloe beamed , soaking in a laughter - filled family dinner . She felt a pang of sadness as she noticed the gray in her parents ' hair . To bring that jewelry home as soon as possible , Chloe knew she had to venture out for a new start , leaving her family behind for now . After dinner , the whole family gathered in the living room and chatted . Chloe took out two bank cards , handed one to Jill , and said , " Mom , Dad , the jewelry's sold . There's 500 million in total . I'm keeping 300 million to pay off Ian and sort out the divorce . The rest is all yours ." She lowered her head , hesitated a moment , and then finally got the words out . " Mom , Dad , I'm planning to go abroad for a while for further studies . I promise I'll try to come back as soon as I can . " Jill and Frank just looked at each other , too heartbroken to speak . At last , Jill said gently , " Go on , Chloe . You're still young . Do what you need to do . Don't worry about us ." Chloe glanced over her shoulder and saw Carl standing silently in his bedroom doorway , eyes puffy and red . fingers hooked around the edge, lips pressed tight as he stared at Chloe without saying a word . Chloe knew deep down that if she ever needed anything , all she had to do was ask . Frank and Jill would always be there for her . Later that night , Chloe went into Carl's room . She saw him quietly playing his game in a beanbag chair , not saying a word . Chloe walked over , gently ruffled his short hair , and then took off his headphones . Her voice trembled slightly as she said , " Carl , while I'm away studying abroad , try to help Mom and Dad more when you're home on weekends , okay ? When I get back , I'll bring you something really nice . Carl quit his game , sounding frustrated . " Chloe , are you going abroad because of lan ? " Even now , Carl still couldn't stop referring to lan so familiarly . Just like Chloe couldn't really get lan out of her heart , no matter how hard she tried . Chloe shook her head . " Carl , I'm doing this for myself , and for our family . Ian has nothing to do with it . " She made it sound like a done deal , but deep down , she knew lan had played a part in her escape . She never wanted to see him again . And she didn't want to hear anything about him , Andrea , or Clint . After her family settled , Chloe met Miranda and Mia for lunch the next day . 13:22 Thu , Oct 2 Chapter 43 She knew she wouldn't be back until year's end . Miranda had always been like a mother to her since she was a kid . And Mia was even closer than family . Of course , Chloe had to treat them to a nice meal before she left . 55 vouchers Miranda handled her cutlery with her usual grace , but her eyes were fixed on Chloe . " Chloe , be honest . Has lan bullied you again ? " Chloe looked down . After a moment , she replied calmly , " Miranda , lan is just on a business trip . He hasn't done anything Mia barely touched her food , her eyes lingering on the gift Chloe had given her . She couldn't shake the uneasy feeling in her heart . Mia glanced at Chloe , her voice hushed . " Chloe , are you really planning to divorce lan ? "