Chapter 266 Adam gazed out the window without turning his head and said , Leave it in the eward .

Leo was hesitant when he spoke again .

Alvarez , Mrs.

No , I mean Ms.

Tate , she … Before he could finish , Adam interrupted , Were already divorced .

You dont need to report port to me about her anymore .

Leo froze for a moment before responding respectfully .

Understood .

He then turned and left .

Just then , Carly emerged .

She had overheard the conversation .

A faint smile played on her lips .

She knew Adam had always been decisive .

Once he divorced Celine , he would sever all ties with her .

Now , his heart and eyes were ere only for Catly .

She was his true love .

She stepped forward and wrapped her arms around him from behind .

He didnt need to look back to know she was there .

His gaze shifted from the window to the two delicate , fair hands encircling his waist .

Her right wrist had mostly healed , but a scar remained , marring its beauty .

She was a dancer who cherished her appearance above all else .

He held her right wrist gently and said , Ive already contacted the best doctors abroad .

Theyll help you remove this scar .

She curved her lips and replied , No , I want to keep it .

He turned to face her , asking , Why ? Because its a mark of my love for you.

I want this scar to remind you remind you , always , that you must love me .

She was clever .

She wanted this scar to weigh on his conscience forever , a reminder of the night he spent with Celine when it was inflicted .

Adam looked at her for a moment , then pulled her into his arms , his hand resting lightly on her shoulder .

In a low voice , he said , It wont happen again .

She nodded happily .

Adam , when will we get married ? She was eager to become his wife .

He held her close and explained , Grandma doesnt know about my divorce with Celine yet .

Her health is fragile , and I cant risk upsetting her .

So , we cant get married for now .

Carly cursed Mary .

If it werent for the old lady , she wouldve become Adams wife long ago .

On the surface , Carly didnt act willfully .

Instead , she leaned on Adam like a delicate bird and softly said , I cant just do nothing and wait .

I want to work hard for us .

How about you introduce me to the Lamberts ? I want to earn their recognition and support .

Adams mother was a daughter of the Lambert family , a prestigious lineage with a century old heritage and deep roots in Capitol .

Carly had long been eager to connect with them .

As long as she secured the Lamberts recognition and backing , even Mary would have no choice but to agree to their marriage .

Allie is the youngest in the Lambert family , isnt she ? I heard shes the familys favorite .

Adam , introduce her to me first .

Ill definitely become best friends with her , Carly said coyly .

Becoming best friends with Allie ? Adam looked at Carly , knowing it wouldnt be that easy .

Nevertheless , he didnt refuse .

Adam , thank you ! She happily nestled into his arms , a smug smile tugging at her lips ..

Celine , what else do you have to compete with me now ? she thought .

At that moment , a melodious ringtone broke the quiet .

It was a phone call from Samuel from Hallard University .

Adam answered it immediately .

Alvarez , the Pinnacle of Academic Symposium will be held at Mercitys Centennial Stadium in a few days .

Tops minds from around the world will be attending Wed like you and Miss Genius C to represent Haffard University and deliver the keynote speech together .

Holding his phone , Adam thought , Am I about to collaborate with Miss Genius Cagain ?