My Secret Billionaire Ex-wife
In the wake of heartbreak, Aria's life takes an unexpected turn when her marriage to Adam Miller ends in divorce. Left to pick up the shattered pieces of her dreams, Aria embarks on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. As fate would have it, Aria's path to healing intertwines with a stroke of fortune. Through perseverance and determination, she transforms her setbacks into stepping stones, rising from the ashes of her past. Empowered by her newfound independence, Aria harnesses her strengths to build a successful career, amassing wealth beyond her wildest dreams. Yet, amidst her triumph, the shadows of the past linger. When Adam reappears, seeking reconciliation and perhaps redemption, Aria is faced with a tumult of emotions. Can she forgive the man who once broke her heart? Will she risk the security she's built for the chance of love renewed? In My Secret Billionaire Ex-wife, Aria navigates the complexities of love, loss, and second chances, discovering that true wealth lies not only in material riches but in the resilience of the human spirit.
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Chapter: CHAPTER 446ARIA’S POVLydia’s tears dry up as she slowly turns away, ready to leave the hospital room. Her steps are hesitant, burdened by the weight of everything she’s confessed, and by the knowledge that she might be walking out of Ethan’s life forever. There’s a palpable sense of finality in the way she carries herself, like someone resigned to their fate.But just as her hand reaches the door, Ethan calls out her name.“Lydia.”Everyone freezes for a moment. Lydia stops in her tracks, her back still turned, and I can see the subtle rise and fall of her shoulders as she takes in what just happened. The room is tense, filled with emotions that swirl and collide like waves in a storm, but the sound of Ethan’s voice cuts through it all.“Who told you to leave?”He tells Lydia that he wants to give their relationship another chance.The words hang in the air, a shockwave that ripples through the room. I glance at Ethan’s parents, who stiffen at the unexpected declaration, but they remain silent,
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Chapter: CHAPTER 445ARIA’S POVAs soon as Ethan gazes at Lydia, her face crumples, tears welling up in her eyes, most likely because she knows she is about to lose him. The weight of everything she has done, both in the past and more recently, seems to crash down on her. Her vulnerability is unmistakable, and it’s clear that she fears this might be the end of whatever she and Ethan had built together in this strange in-between space where his memory had been absent.Ethan’s expression hardens as he processes the reality of the situation. He’s upset, and it's easy to see why. For weeks, months even, his parents had believed him to be lost, possibly dead, while Lydia kept him hidden from the people who loved him most. His emotions are a swirl of confusion, betrayal, and anger as he turns to Lydia, waiting for an explanation. The air between them grows thick with unspoken accusations, the kind that don’t need words to make their impact.Lydia’s sobs grow more frantic as she tries to defend herself, her voic
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Chapter: CHAPTER 444ARIA’S POV“I’m not here to take Ethan from you… We’re just best friends. Nothing more.”“What?”“It was just a charade at your engagement.”All of a sudden, the nurse informs us that Ethan has woken up. My heart races as I see the reaction from everyone around me. Without wasting a second, we all rush into his room. Ethan’s eyes are open, and the first thing he does is call out to his parents.There’s a moment of palpable relief as his mother and father rush to his side, elation lighting up their faces. They hold him close, their hands trembling with emotion, and for the first time in a long while, they seem to have a piece of peace back in their lives.But what stands out most is that Ethan doesn’t even look at Lydia. Not once. Her presence, once central to his confusion, seems to fade into the background. She stands near the door, frozen, her eyes glassy with unshed tears as she watches the reunion. I don’t know whether it’s fear, regret, or sadness that’s written on her face, but
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Chapter: CHAPTER 443ARIA’S POV“I’m not letting you take Ethan from me.”Lydia sits next to me, vulnerable in a way I’ve never seen before. She begins speaking softly, revealing her regrets and the reasons behind her actions. She admits that her past choices were driven by greed and a hunger for wealth, and that those choices led her to hurt Ethan and her ex-fiancé. She speaks of how, after fleeing to Arizona to escape the wreckage of her old life, she found Ethan on the shore, lost and helpless. In that moment, she says, she saw not the man she had wronged but someone she could help. Someone who needed her.It’s difficult to fully believe her, but something about her story rings true. The way she talks about Ethan and her past mistakes feels raw and genuine, not the calculated coldness I once associated with her. She explains that when Ethan didn’t remember anything—not his name, not his family, not even his old life—he still remembered her.“We’re meant to be together. Else, he wouldn’t have landed her
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Chapter: CHAPTER 442ARIA’S POVWe’re all seated in the waiting area of the hospital, the sterile smell and bright lights only adding to the tension. Ethan’s parents, sitting across from me, glance in my direction every so often, their frowns deepening as if my mere presence is an offense.It’s not the first time I’ve seen that look on their faces, and it probably won’t be the last. But what baffles me is how they’ve chosen to forget about Lydia entirely. She’s sitting in the corner of the room, arms folded, her face pale and tight with worry. I can’t tell if she’s genuinely concerned for Ethan or if this is all just another one of her well-rehearsed acts.I lean back in my chair, trying to process it all. At least the Mitchells had realized that their son had lost his memory before I even had the chance to explain. It was painfully obvious—his reaction when he saw them, the way his body gave out from the shock.He fainted because it was too much for him. Yet, here they are, acting like I’m the villain in
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Chapter: CHAPTER 441ARIA’S POVLydia seems to sense that she’s outnumbered. She glares at us for a moment, then steps aside, opening the door fully. We enter the house, the air thick with tension. I glance around, spotting the packed boxes in the corner. They were planning to leave, just as I suspected.I spot Ethan standing in the living room. He’s casually scrolling through his phone, but the second he looks up and sees me, there’s a flicker of recognition in his eyes. I hold my breath, waiting for some kind of reaction. But then, his parents step in behind me, and that’s when everything changes.Ethan freezes. His phone slips out of his hand and clatters onto the floor, but his gaze is locked on his parents. I can practically see the gears turning in his mind, as if something deep inside him is suddenly being unlocked. His face goes pale, and his eyes widen in shock.And then, just as quickly as it all hits him, Ethan stumbles back, clutching his head. He takes a few shaky steps before collapsing to t
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Chapter: Chapter 109Caroline Point of ViewThe next day, I arrive at my shop early,expecting another day of long hours of cleaning up and fixing the mess of theday before. But when I emerge onto the sidewalk, I am stopped. The walls thathad been defaced with vulgar graffiti just yesterday are spotless. The crudewords spray-painted across my store’s sign are gone, as if they were neverthere. Even the sidewalk, which had been littered with trash, looks freshlycleaned.I blink, confused. Did the city workersclean it up? No, that wouldn’t make sense. There’s no way they’d work that fastfor a single shop.Then, I hear it.“Miss Hill, we are truly sorry!”I turn sharply toward the voice and see thesame group of men from yesterday—the ones who had demanded a protection fee.The same gangsters who had laughed when I told them I wasn’t paying them asingle cent. But now, instead of smug arrogance, they look… terrified.One of them, a burly man with a scarrunning down his cheek, actually bows. “We had no
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Chapter: Chapter 108Caroline’s Point of ViewI take a step back and look over the shop,pride swelling to the surface of my chest. The glass display cases, recentlyinstalled, shine with gentle light, and walls boast decorations of equally goodtaste carefully selected to enhance the classy image I had envisioned. My ownjewelry studio at last appears to be coming together. It has not been easy andI know there is more to come, but seeing it all begin to come together fills mewith hope.Tomorrow, I will have a soft opening, alow-key announcement to inform people that my brand is here. I don't want a biglaunch—just a steady, solid beginning. My work will speak for itself, and Ibelieve in it enough to know it will.But my happiness does not last long.The instant the front door is flung open, arough looking of men enter. There are three of them—tough-looking,leathery-clad, and with the odor of smoke about them. There is one, the tallestone, with a scar down the left side of his cheek. He advances fo
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Chapter: Chapter 107Dolly’sPoint of ViewIscroll through my phone, tapping my fingers on the screen as I read theannouncement for the jewelry design competition in Italy. A sneer forms on mylips. This company? I've never regarded them highly. They boast about theirtradition and craftsmanship, but they don't stand out to me. Yet, thecompetition is reputable, and the media attention is extensive. It’s the sortof opportunity that could transform someone’s life.Notthat I need them to change mine. I’m already the best. But I need leverage. Ineed a reason for Knoxx to finally take the next step.I turnmy head slightly, stealing a glance at him from across the room. He’s sprawledon the couch, his arm draped casually over the back as he watches my daughterplay with one of her toys. This moment should fill me with warmth, but instead,I feel a surge of frustration.It’sbeen years. Years since Caroline left. Years since I came back. And yet, hestill refuses to marry me. Still refuses to make ‘our’ f
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Chapter: Chapter 106Caroline’sPoint of ViewStaringat the laptop, I sit at my desk; the official announcement of the comingjewelry design contest in Italy blinks in front of me. My fingers hover aboutthe keyboard as I read the details for the tenth time.One ofthe most prestigious competitions in the industry, conducted globally by one ofthe oldest and most well-respected jewelry houses, the grand prize ismembership with them. But that is not why I am interested—more so with therecognition, not a position there. My new studio is just starting to find itsfeet, and to win or even just leave a mark in this competition might meangetting my break.Myheart starts racing as I almost lose my breath. Part of me is eager; that's thedrive to be able to prove myself. Another part lingers-a part that remembersthe hurt of last times.Welteringmemories, both unwelcome and painful, down into my mind-I remember back to whenI was last involved in such a competition. The anticipation and all that joylightin
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Chapter: Chapter 105Caroline’s Point of ViewI step into my home, feeling the warm comfort wraparound me like a warm blanket. Vanilla and the scent of something sweet bakingin the oven fill the air. It makes me feel welcome, relaxing me and comfortingme like I'm at home. It's the kind of warmth I imagined a family wouldhave, this feeling of being at home and comforted that overcomes me. I drop mybag on the floor and take a moment to soak it all in. In a flash, a tiny shaperuns towards me, breaking my moment of tranquility."Mommy! You're home!" My son launcheshimself into my arms, wrapping them around me. I wrap mine around him,breathing in his scent, feeling the strong beat of his little heart againstmine."I'm home, sweetheart," I whisper,leaving a kiss on the crown of his head.He looks at me, his eyes shining. "Daddy'smaking my birthday cake! It'll be out soon. He'll be out in a minute!"Wait!Daddy?I freeze. The warmth in my chest stutters for abrief second.I glance around. The house
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Chapter: Chapter 104Caroline’s Point of ViewI am paralyzed with shock. My breath getsstuck somewhere in the throat and my heart pounds in my chest. This isoverwhelming. I'm not sure what to say or think as thereality of his words sinks in.What?Before I can even process his words, theworld around me blurs, and everything else fades into the background.He said what?I stare at Adrian, my heart pounding, my brainstruggling to process his words."You… what?" I manage to say, my voicetrembling and soft. Did I really hear him correctly? Did he genuinely just tellthe kindergarten that we were engaged? He leans back against the bench, licking his icecream as if he hasn't just dropped a bomb on me and, after a moment, smirks."Relax, I am just kidding."I blink, completely caught off guard."What?" I ask, trying to grasp what just happened. He laughs, obviously getting a kick out of myreaction. "I didn't say we were engaged. I just made a small donation tohelp them build a new playground. They ag
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Chapter: Chapter 10 : Crossing Paths, UnclothedCandice's POVThe slowing down of the car and its engine coming to a stop woke me with a start. I dozed back there for a bit. I was so tired and all I needed at this point was rest and sleep.“We're here. Come on” Dorian said, opening the door of the car. He alighted and I came down shortly after him.I looked around his lordly mansion the moment I stepped foot on the ground and awe wasn't enough to describe what I felt. At different strategic points, stood men in black suits, head high, shoulders erect and hands behind their backs.Although I didn't see any guns, I had seen a couple action movies and I knew for sure that guns were either in the inner pockets of their suits or tucked away behind them, in the bands of their tailored suit pants. For one, Dorian was a Mafia Don, so it would be ridiculous if his security men didn't have guns on them. I also felt it in my guts that they had pen knives on them too.I felt a tap on my shoulder and I turned around. Dorian.“Too stunned to kee
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Chapter: Chapter 9 : The Fiancée Act Or Just Business, Nothing MoreCandice’s POV“How about we talk about all of this inside?” Dorian said, his voice calm. “We’re waiting for the private doctor to come treat me, so we might as well get comfortable while we wait.”Grandfather raised an eyebrow but quickly nodded, his face lighting up with excitement. “Ah, yes, yes, you’re right. Let’s go inside and talk more., you must be tired too. Come along, child.”Dorian gently guided me toward the door, his hand brushing mine for a second. I could feel the coolness in his touch, but his face stayed calm, like nothing was out of the ordinary.Grandfather led us inside, his steps quick with excitement, like a child who couldn’t wait to show off a new toy.As soon as we entered the large living room, everything changed. It was like a switch flipped.The room was so silent you could hear a pin drop. Everyone’s eyes were on me, waiting for an explanation I didn’t have. My face burned with embarrassment, my heart racing as I struggled to process what was happening. I
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Chapter: Chapter 8 : AmbushedCandice’s POVDorian moved faster than I could process. Before I could even think, he pulled me tightly into his arms, shielding me completely. I felt his chest press against my back as his arm reached for something. Then I saw it—a gun.My heart stopped.“Stay down,” he ordered, his voice low and firm, the kind of tone that made you obey without question.Derek, still gripping the steering wheel, cursed under his breath. “Hold on!” he barked as he swerved hard to the left. With one hand on the wheel, his other hand reached for his own gun.Gunfire erupted again, louder this time. The sharp cracks of bullets rang in my ears. I crouched as low as I could, trembling beneath Dorian. My mind raced with panic. Was this how I was going to die?I hadn’t even been a surrogate mother for twenty-four hours, and now this? Ruby’s voice echoed in my mind—“He’s dangerous, Candice. You don’t know what you’re getting into.”Dangerous? I thought she meant business rivals, shady dealings—not pulling ou
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Chapter: Chapter 7 : Rain , Regret And GunfireCandice’s POVThe voice that cut through the rain made me freeze. “Clause three: The surrogate must not get cold during pregnancy. Otherwise, there’s a penalty of half a million dollars.”I turned my head slowly, my heart sinking as I recognized the voice. Dorian Anderson. He stood there holding a black umbrella, his sharp features as cold and unyielding as the rain soaking me to the bone. His piercing blue eyes locked on me with the kind of judgment that made me feel like a misbehaving employee.I opened my mouth to defend myself, but before I could get a word out, he handed the umbrella to Derek. Then, to my utter shock, he crouched down in front of me.“You’re freezing,” he muttered, his tone brusque but low, as if I’d inconvenienced him somehow.“I’m fine,” I lied through chattering teeth, even as my body trembled uncontrollably. My fingers were numb, and my drenched clothes clung to me like a second skin.Dorian didn’t dignify my response with an answer. Instead, he leaned down a
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Chapter: Chapter 6 : Shattered, Signed And SealedChapter 6Candice’s POVJoshua’s laugh sent a surge of anger coursing through my veins. It wasn’t just the sound—it was the blatant mockery, the complete lack of remorse. Without thinking, I grabbed the divorce contract and threw it at him.The papers fluttered in the air before landing against his chest. “There!” I spat, my voice trembling with fury. “I’ve already signed it. All you need to do is sign, and we’re done. You can live happily ever after with your bastard child and your lying mistress!”For the first time, his smug expression faltered. He caught the papers midair, his brows knitting together in mild surprise. “You’re serious?” he asked, as if the concept was unfathomable to him.“Dead serious,” I replied, crossing my arms. “Once you sign, you’ll never have to see me again. That should make you happy, right?”His lips curled into a sneer, and the flicker of hesitation in his eyes vanished. “Fine,” he said, his voice icy. “But don’t think for a second you’re getting anythin
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Chapter: Chapter 5 : The Final StrawCandice’s POVDr. Ruby stared at me like I’d grown two heads. Her fingers fidgeted with the pen on her desk, her worried eyes darting between me and the thick contract I’d just signed.“Candice, are you insane?” she finally exclaimed, her voice cracking slightly. “Why on earth would you agree to this? Did you even read it? Hundreds of pages of ridiculous terms and conditions! He’s practically controlling every breath you take for the next nine months. Do you have any idea what you’ve done?”I sighed, trying to keep my tone calm. “Ruby, I know what I’m doing.”“Do you?” she shot back, her voice rising. “You’ll be living with him, Candice. Living with Dorian Anderson. You’ll have to follow his rules, his schedule—hell, he even has rules about what kind of fabric you can wear! And don’t even get me started on the part where you have no rights to the baby after it’s born.”Her words hit harder than I wanted to admit, but I forced myself to stay composed. I offered her a small, tired smile
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