Unbreakable Vows: My Husband’s Silent Refusal 9

Chapter 9: Caspian Wants a Divorce

Selene had inherited more than just Lazarus Quinn’s last name—she had taken on his unshakable presence, his commanding authority, and his ability to intimidate a room into silence.

And now, she used every bit of it.

As her gaze swept across the room, the air grew thick with tension.

For a brief moment, the very people who had just been accusing her fell into uneasy silence.

Then, she spoke—her voice razor-sharp.

“Elowen.”

Elowen flinched, startled by the weight in Selene’s tone.

She quickly shuffled over, her voice quivering. “Y-yes…?”

Selene’s stare didn’t waver. “You were always close to Grandpa. Tell me what really happened.“

Elowen hesitated, her hands wringing together.

Then, finally, she spoke.

“Yesterday…” She paused, swallowing hard. “Mrs. Vale came to see Mr. Carter.”

Selene’s pulse quickened.

Elowen’s next words were careful, as if afraid to say too much.

“She showed him some photos. Photos of you… with other men… at a bar.”

The room felt like it dropped ten degrees.

Elowen stole a quick glance at Selene’s face, gauging her reaction before continuing.

“She said that Mr. Vale is seeking a divorce… and that he wanted Mr. Carter to support him in doing so.”

A heavy, suffocating silence followed.

Selene’s breath stilled.

Caspian… wanted a divorce?

She had expected it—hadn’t she? She had already braced herself for this moment.

And yet—hearing it confirmed was like being hit with a blade to the chest.

For a long moment, she just stood there, her hands clenched into fists.

Then, suddenly, she let out a soft, cold laugh.

Of course.

Of course, this was how Caspian planned to do it.

Lyra was pregnant. He needed to secure a future for her and their child.

And the easiest way to get Selene out of the way?

Destroy her in Lazarus’s eyes.

Turn her last remaining ally against her.

The Moment of Betrayal

At the end of the corridor, footsteps echoed.

Selene lifted her head.

Caspian was approaching.

For the first time, the distance between them felt wider than ever.

Elowen, still beside her, lowered her voice. “After Mrs. Vale left… Mr. Carter was in a terrible mood. He skipped dinner, and later that night, he…”

It clicked.

It all made sense now.

Lazarus had died thinking she had abandoned him.

And Caspian’s family had orchestrated it.

The hatred that burned inside her felt endless.

“Get out of my way.”

Her voice was sharp as steel, her eyes red with fury.

“I need to see Grandpa.”

At that moment, Caspian reached her side.

He immediately sensed the tension between her and Zephyr, his eyes narrowing slightly.

“What’s going on?” His voice was calm, controlled.

Then, instinctively, he did something that—just weeks ago—would have soothed her.

He placed a hand on her shoulder, firm but gentle. A silent reassurance.

But Selene immediately stepped away.

She didn’t even look at him.

Caspian hesitated.

He assumed it was just another argument with Zephyr. Another Carter family mess.

So he didn’t push.

Instead, he exhaled lightly and said, “Let’s go see your grandpa.“

With Caspian at her side, no one dared to stop her.

Together, they entered the room.

A Goodbye She Never Got to Say

The first thing Selene saw was the pristine white sheet covering Lazarus’s lifeless form.

For a moment, her mind refused to comprehend it.

Then—

Her knees buckled.

She was falling—

But Caspian caught her.

His arms tightened around her, his grip steady, as if terrified that she might shatter in his hands.

“No. No, this isn’t real. Grandpa was just here. He was waiting for me—”

But now, he was gone.

Her fingers dug into the sheets, her breathing coming in short, shallow gasps.

Caspian’s voice was soft, almost hesitant.

“It’s okay to cry,” he murmured. “Let it out, Selene.”

But she couldn’t.

Her body refused to let her break.

She simply sat there, frozen, as the pain dug deeper and deeper into her chest.

“Grandpa…“

No answer.

No warmth.

Just silence.

And in that moment, Selene Everly was truly alone.

The Final Battle

Then—

The door slammed open.

Zephyr.

Flanked by other family members and a team of hospital staff.

“The medical team is here to take the body,” one of the doctors announced.

Something inside Selene snapped.

“NO!“

She jumped to her feet, blocking their path.

“DON’T TOUCH HIM!“

Zephyr’s face darkened.

“Selene, what the hell are you doing?!”

She turned on him, shaking with fury.

“Get out of the way!“

“You get out of the way!” Zephyr shot back. “Can’t you let him rest in peace?!”

Selene wasn’t listening anymore.

Her hands shook as she pulled out her phone, dialing a number she had only called once before.

After one ring, the line connected.

“Mr. Evander. It’s Selene. We’re at the military hospital. Can you send someone to take us home?“

There was no hesitation on the other end.

“On my way.”

Evander Cruz Arrives

When Evander Cruz entered, the room fell silent.

He wasn’t just a soldier.

He was Lazarus Quinn’s right hand.

And now, he had come to bring his commander home.

Zephyr visibly tensed.

“Evander,” he greeted cautiously.

Evander ignored him.

Instead, his sharp military gaze locked onto Selene.

She was still standing by Lazarus’s bed, her tear-streaked face pale, her entire body radiating grief.

Evander understood immediately.

His commander was gone.

Even a hardened warrior could break.

His voice trembled, thick with emotion.

“Commander…“

Selene’s lip quivered, but she lifted her head high.

“Please take me and Grandpa home.“

A long pause.

Then—

Evander’s eyes burned with unshed tears, but his voice was unwavering.

“All hail to Commander Carter!”

He saluted sharply, his voice fierce, unyielding.

“I will take you home!”