167 Chapter 187 Psychological Games


    167 Chapter 167 – Psychological Games


    Marco’s response carried an undercurrent of something deeper. “Perhaps she genuinely desires the divorce.”


    Earlier that afternoon, Dario had contacted her with an update about the legal arrangements, mentioning that she would meet with the attorneys the following morning.


    Her recent intensive work with Ster and DataPulse had consumed most of her avable time, leaving this academic projectrgely neglected. With this rare window of opportunity, she was determined to make substantial progress.


    Nate paused, processing this suggestion. “You’re talking about Veronica?” He released a skepticalugh. “Impossible. She’s harbored feelings for Cullen since adolescence. After investing so many years of her life in him, she wouldn’t voluntarily walk away.”


    Veronica disconnected without ceremony.


    He had offered to conduct a thorough review and, assuming everything met standards, assist her with the journal submission process.


    Marco’s words heldyers of meaning. “People evolve. Circumstances change them.”


    After ending their conversation, Marco immediately called Nate back. “You mentioned Cullen demanded both divorce andplete custody of Sa. Surely she fought back? Are they gearing up for a custody battle?”


    It was only then that Nate realized Marco had grown remarkably quiet, his silence stretching ufortably long.


    His response was immediate and incredulous. “Absolutely not! She epted everything! The divorce, the custody arrangement, all of it without a single objection. She simply signed every document they put in front of her. Herposure was


    unnerving, Marco. I’ve never witnessed anything like it!”


    “If I’m reading this correctly,/Veronica might be ying a brilliant psychological game.


    I may have underestimated her strategic thinking!”


    ainab


    His prolonged silence prompted her to ask again, “Mr. Valerie? Are you there?”


    21:20


    187 Chapter 167 Psychological Games


    Marco had no ready answer. He couldn’t entirely dismiss the possibility, considering Veronica’s profound emotional investment in Cullen, such maniption wasn’t beyond the realm of possibility.


    Marco found himself with little choice. “Of course.”


    Nate considered this. “Cullen was visibly caught off guard. During dinner at the family estate, I noticed him watching Veronica far more intently than usual.


    Veronica anticipated the call would conclude there. When silence stretched between them, she inquired with slight bewilderment, “Mr. Valerie, was there something else you needed to discuss?”


    Marco recognized her misunderstanding but chose not to rify. His response was


    measured. “Understood.”


    Yet was thisposure genuine? Or was she masterfully concealing her true feelings


    beneath this collected facade?


    Nate had contacted him earlier specifically to discuss this very situation.


    Marco detected the steadiness in her tone, noting theplete absence of anguish, devastation, or inner chaos he had anticipated hearing.


    Veronica knew she needed to expedite the divorce proceedings without dy.


    Her voice remained businesslike. “Did you need anything else?” Without allowing him time to respond, she continued, “I have several urgent matters requiring my attention. Unless there’s something specific, I’ll need to end this call.”


    Like Nate, he struggled toprehend how Veronica could surrender custody of Sabrina so effortlessly. The woman he knew would never abandon her child without a fierce fight.


    Nate pressed for his opinion. “What’s your take on this?” Before Marco could formte a response, Nate offered his own theory. “Maybe this is some borate psychological strategy? Making Cullen feel remorse by appearingpletely indifferent?”


    The weight of unspoken thoughts hung heavy in the air between them, each man grappling with the implications of Veronica’s unexpected surrender and what it <b>might </b>truly signify for everyone involved.


    After contemting in silence, he asked, “How did Cullen handle her reaction<b>?</b>”


    21:20


    167 Chapter 187–Psychological Games


    The question jolted him back to the present. “Yes, I’m here.”


    Shifting topics, he continued, “Regardless of her motivations, this development benefits Cullen enormously. When you return from your business trip, and after Niall has made more progress in her recovery, we should arrange a proper celebration.”


    Malcolm had expressed genuine enthusiasm for one of her recent research proposals. Several days earlier, he had reached out requesting that shepile and organize her findings.


    Nate remained unconvinced. “I still think you’re wrong about this.”


    This revtion stunned Marco equally. Such behavior seemedpletely contrary to everything he knew about Veronica’s character.


    She set her phone aside and opened herptop, diving into her work.


    <b>Comment </b>0


    O


    Leave the firstment for this chapter.