It's Too Late To Get A Divorce (Alita and Jaydon)

Chapter 87

"Then black coffee it is," Jaydon casually responded, seemingly unfazed by her habitual change.

However, deep down, he remembered many of Alita's habits. He remembered how she folded the towel into a long strip after washing her face, how she rubbed the cup rim with her fingers while drinking water, and the slight lift of her index finger when using a fork to pick up food. She only liked to tie her hair with coffee-colored hairbands, wore white socks in winter, and preferred sleeping on her side rather than lying flat. Her smile was light and gentle when she was happy...

So many things he remembered about Alita. Her fragrance, her warmth, and the realization of his love for her were discovered only too late. But now, hatred outweighed everything else.

He cursed in his heart, 'Alita, I'll hate you for a lifetime, torment you for a lifetime. Consider it the punishment for aborting our child.'

"One cup of latte, two cups of black coffee without sugar," he ordered from the server.

"Sure, please wait," the server responded.

"Wait a moment, I don't want black coffee. Give me a cappuccino." Alita raised her hand. The server glanced at Jaydon, who didn't object, before saying, "Okay!"

"Sorry, black coffee is too bitter for me. I can't stand that taste." Alita offered a bright and polite smile to Jaydon.

Jaydon felt a bit stifled. He looked at her and said, "I can see it now, Miss Thompson. You prefer things with added cream, just like Little Clement, sweetening your heart."

"Mr. Lewis, you're really humorous." Alita laughed happily.

After a while, the server brought a cup of latte tea, a cup of black coffee, and a cappuccino to their table. After each took a sip, they finally got down to their business.

Alita took a mouthful of foam, seemingly unaware that she rarely drank coffee.

She pushed the coffee aside, took out her laptop from her bag, and opened it. "Okay, let's talk about your general requirements and ideas for the wedding, shall we?"

Evelyn sipped her latte and said, "I want to have the wedding in a special and unique place. Churches, lawns, and gardens are too ordinary. If possible, I'd like to have the wedding in a forest, in a place that is ethereal and mystical, with wooden chairs, gorgeous lace, and my wedding dress spread across the green forest floor."

Upon hearing this, Alita's initial reaction was that Evelyn had read too many fairy tales.

Alita said, "Well, first of all, Miss Jenner, your idea is really good. Quite excellent! But real forests are not that beautiful, and you also need to consider how guests will get there. The forest paths are not easy to access. Moreover, as the day gets hotter, mosquitoes, flies, and snakes will become a serious problem. It'll be bad if anyone gets hurt. What do you think?"

"What's so difficult about that? Mosquitoes, flies, and snakes can be dealt with beforehand. Guests can simply take a helicopter directly there. I think it's entirely feasible, and it would be super romantic this way," Evelyn said unhappily. She was disappointed that her concept was rejected by Alita.

Alita felt a headache was coming. Was Evelyn thinking of making a sci-fi movie? How could they catch all the mosquitoes and flies? How could the guests take a helicopter to the forest? Did they need to park it in the trees or on a cliff?

"Miss Jenner, I think the most important thing for a wedding is warmth and touching moments, not how unique it is. Before we proceed, the first thing to consider is whether it's practical. Think about it again." Alita tried to persuade the imaginative young girl with grace and courtesy.

Meanwhile, Jaydon watched them with an amused grin, observing how his smart and capable ex- wife would handle this unruly and impolite girl.

Seeing Alita repeatedly opposing her, Evelyn became very angry. "No need to think the other way. I said it's possible."

Alita felt helpless, looking at Jaydon beside her and smiling softly. "Mr. Lewis, do you think this concept is feasible? You have to be more rational and consider the overall situation."

"Jaydon, I must have the wedding in the forest, no matter what. I don't care." Evelyn shook Jaydon's arm, afraid he would also object.

Jaydon smiled brightly. "Although it's a bit challenging, I don't think it's impossible. Evelyn is young and likes exciting and novel things. I find it quite thoughtful. Miss Thompson, why not give it a try?"

Evelyn happily leaned in and kissed Jaydon on the face. "Jaydon, you're so good. You understand my thoughts so well."

Alita closed her laptop, placed her hands flat on the table, sat up straight, and said gently to them, "I suggest you both communicate with the forest elves, ask them to instruct the animals not to run around, and maybe request a large clearing for about a dozen planes to land. Lastly, you can invite some cosplayers to cosplay characters in the movies, like wizards, superheroes, and others, to attend your wedding. We are just a little company. We're truly powerless to fulfill your requirements. Goodbye!"

With that, she packed up her things and prepared to leave.

"Jaydon, she's mocking us." Evelyn angrily pointed at Alita.

Jaydon pulled down her hand. "Darling, don't get angry. Miss Thompson can do it. I've already featured the company that planned our wedding in the newspaper. If she backs out, others can only say her company is incompetent in completing tasks. Who would dare hire her in the future?" His green eyes met Alita's astonished face. "Don't you agree, Miss Thompson?"

What a despicable and shameless man! Alita felt like her bottom was stuck to the chair, and she couldn't stand up.

"Miss Thompson, any problems? If you can't do it, just say it. Even if your company goes bankrupt, so be it."

Taking a deep breath, Alita placed her laptop down. "Fine! Forest it is, but if any accidents happen, I won't take responsibility."

"Of course, you have to take responsibility. You're the chief planner. If not, who will be responsible? But I have great confidence in you. I believe you can overcome all difficulties," Jaydon said calmly.

"I can't guarantee overcoming everything, but lives are in your hands. If you want to take risks, you might lose a few lives. But what's the big deal? It's thrilling. Young people should play like this," Alita mocked while typing the words "forest for the ceremony location" on the laptop.

Evelyn smiled happily again when she heard her agree.

"Now, for the wedding venue, do you want an outdoor party style or a more formal banquet style?" Alita continued to inquire.

"Banquet style isn't good. Party style, outdoors on a grassy area surrounded by flowers, but the venue must be large. The surrounding environment is crucial, and it would be perfect if there's a lake." Evelyn described her vision.

Alita nodded. "That's easy to solve! By the way, our company has just developed three plans for you. Apart from the wedding venue, take a look at the other details. If you're not satisfied with any of them, we can come up with new ones. What do you think?"

Alita handed them the proposal documents, one for each. Evelyn took a glance and said, "Sorry, I have to go to the bathroom."

"Feel free!" Alita smiled at her.

Evelyn walked into the restaurant, and Jaydon lowered his head to review the plans. Alita picked up her coffee and leisurely sipped it, enjoying the surroundings as if she were the only one there.

"Miss Thompson." Jaydon put down the plans and looked up at her.

Alita also set her cup down and sat up straight. "Mr. Lewis, please go ahead."

Jaydon stared at her face for about half a minute, then gestured with his finger. "Come here."

"If you have something to say, please speak up. I can hear you," Alita said defiantly. She had no intention of listening to his order. This man had no connection to her, so why should he command her?

"Well, in that case..." Jaydon stood up, leaned down, and swiftly kissed her lips.

The warm and soft sensation, accompanied by the aroma of coffee, filled the place where their lips met.

Alita was stunned as his tongue licked her lips, tempted to explore further into her mouth.

She pushed Jaydon away, snapping him out of his reverie.

"Please show some respect, Mr. Lewis," Alita said coldly. She wiped her lips forcefully with a tissue as if trying to remove a layer of skin. However, the feeling of that brief kiss lingered in her heart.

"I just wanted to help you wipe away the foam at the corner of your mouth. Since you didn't come over, I had to come to you and do it my way." Jaydon justified himself.

"You're really disgusting." Alita glared at him in disdain.

"Yet you've kissed me for many years," Jaydon muttered to himself, looking elsewhere.

Alita was infuriated, but she chose not to argue with him. She changed the subject, saying, "How do you feel about the plans? Which one do you find more satisfactory, or are none of them suitable?"

"Do you want to hear my ideas about the wedding?" Jaydon's gaze softened.

"If you have ideas, but please, go ahead," Alita replied.

Leaning back in his chair, Jaydon crossed his legs. "I'm a rather nostalgic person. I once got married, and I loved that chapel. It often appears in my dreams, bathed in the warm autumn sunlight, leaves falling everywhere. The red carpet, pure white flowers, and a beautiful bride with a smile on her face, light and gentle..." All text © NôvelD(r)a'ma.Org.

As he spoke in a soothing tone, scenes unfolded before Alita's eyes. She stared blankly, blinking her eyes. It was so long ago that she had to spend a long time to recall the scene vividly. Her heart felt warm, painful, wounded, and lost.

"In fact, I'd like to go back there and get married again. What do you think?" Jaydon could see her emotional response.

Alita remained silent as if she hadn't heard.

"Do you think it's a good idea?" Jaydon raised his voice again.

"Yes!" Alita's gaze refocused. "Mr. Lewis, your idea is excellent. This way, we can erase the memories of the past and start anew with new memories. It's a great idea!"

If Alita claimed she was feeling okay, that would be a lie. After all, those were her memories. The day when she wore her wedding dress, stepped onto the red carpet, and felt joy in her heart. Despite the later tragedies, at least on that day, she was genuinely happy.

But now, Jaydon had desecrated those memories that belonged exclusively to them.