My Ex-Wife Is A Big Shot In Disguise novel Chapter 40

Leo leaned against the car door, his neatly combed hair tousled by the wind, adding a touch of roguish charm to his dignified demeanor. When Madison walked over, he straightened his posture nonchalantly while his eyes darkened slightly upon seeing the man beside her.

The night wind blew, carrying a hint of chilliness. Madison draped Joe's suit jacket over her shoulders, still feeling cold. Without looking at the man before her, she walked forward with Samuel. Just like what she did earlier, she brushed past him. However, Leo didn't remain indifferent as he did inside. He turned to block her path.

"What exactly do you want, Mr. Palmer?" Madison intended to ignore him and leave, but many people were milling around, including the media. Although Madison and Leo were not from the entertainment industry, causing a scene here would undoubtedly lead to online gossip. It would be troublesome.

Leo glanced at her and turned to Samuel. "Mr. Smith, thank you for accompanying my wife outside. The event has ended, and I believe my wife should be going home with me now."

Samuel was surprised but didn't let go. He remained expressionless. "If my information is correct, Mr. Palmer, you have signed a divorce agreement with Miss Madison. Moreover, you are not lacking in the company of another lady. It wouldn't be appropriate to pester your ex-wife, right?"

Although the car window was reflective, they were close enough to see Sally, who was sitting in the car.

Leo seemed to ignore the latter part of Samuel's statement. "Your information is indeed correct, Mr. Smith. I have indeed signed a divorce agreement with my wife. However, it has not been notarized, nor have the formalities been completed. She is still my wife. Moreover..." He paused, glancing at Madison before continuing with a smile, "My wife called me 'honey' half an hour ago. It wouldn't be appropriate to deny it now, would it?"

Madison was shocked by Leo's shameless words. 'How could he say the word 'wife' without batting an eye?' she wondered. 'If it weren't her brother but a business partner who had accompanied her today, they would probably have been intimidated by Leo's words and left her.

Madison couldn't help but exclaim, "Leo, stop, okay? I've made myself clear, and your intentions are obvious to everyone. Why put on a show in front of a group of outsiders?"

Not only was Leo not angry, but he also said confidently, "So you do know he's just an outsider, huh? In that case, is there anything wrong with me going home with my lawfully wedded wife?"

Madison couldn't help but laugh in exasperation. It was the first time she had seen Leo so adept at changing the subject. Despite talking about one thing, he shifted the conversation to another topic. At the same time, however, she noticed the slightly rolled-down car window. She decided to throw caution to the wind.

"Leo, aren't you afraid I'll take the title 'Mrs. Palmer' from Sally and refuse to give it back? When that day comes, you'll never be able to divorce me even if you want to!"

Leo met her furious gaze and suddenly chuckled. "As of now, it seems like you're the one eager for a divorce, so what do I have to fear?"

That made sense. Madison wanted to end this as quickly as possible, so the ball was in his court.

Madison chuckled as well, tilting her head slightly. "Mr. Palmer, aren't you afraid that I'm doing this on purpose? You must have heard of the strategy of letting someone think they've caught you. What if I'm doing it on purpose, just for the title of 'Mrs. Palmer'?"

Leo's smile widened even further, his tone mocking her as if they were old friends who hadn't seen each other in years. Indeed, given their past, they should have been friends. He said, "Madison, your acting skills suck. I'm not stupid. I can tell when you're pretending and when you're genuinely angry." At least for now, he could easily see through her clumsy acting.