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After Emily went abroad, Charlotte personally went to the Brown family to discuss the divorce. Her words were harsh, and Mrs. Brown was nearly driven to a heart attack by anger.

Although Mrs. Brown had never liked Emily as a daughter-in-law, their family did not agree with the divorce at this time.

With David as his father-in-law and the Deputy Mayor, James would at least gain some reputation from outsiders, and certain things would become easier. Once they lost the support of the Harris family, James would truly face difficulties.

But despite their disagreement, there was nothing they could do. James and Emily didn't have a marriage certificate, and since Emily was unwilling to marry, they couldn't forcibly tie her down. Moreover, the Brown family currently didn't have the capability to marry off David's daughter.

Helpless, Mrs. Brown could only accept the situation. She proposed to have the Harris family return the betrothal gifts and some valuable items that James had given to Emil