Chapter 43: Can't Deny

"Your academic break will end in the next three days. By that time, you two are already divorced. But there should be no one to know yet until further notice. Do you two understand?" Thaddeus said in his earnest tone as soon as he summoned us to his study room.

Severin and I exchanged glances before we nodded.

"Yes, Father."

"Yes, Thaddeus."

Thaddeus cast a quick glance at Immanuel, who unrolled a scroll containing the divorce papers. Severin then approached and pricked his thumb with a dagger before imprinting his name on the document, signifying that he and I were officially divorced. Following suit, I did the same, finalizing our separation.

I reached for the heirloom ring and removed it before placing it on his desk. "Here." I looked into Thaddeus' eyes, staring at him meaningfully.

While Thaddeus locked his eyes on me, I noticed my wolf becoming uneasy due to the absence of any protective incantation jewelry. Nevertheless, as I reached for the ring, I reassured myself that it wa