Novels by lemonpanda

“If I sign this, does that mean you’ll marry Axel? Don’t dream. Farley family won’t choose a woman who’s been married before.”“I suggest you don’t dream either. You’re a cheating man. Unless you’re dead, I’ll never forgive you.”“I’ll say it again—I didn’t cheat on Vivian. I was just comforting her. She’s had a tough time abroad all these years. I once hurt her, and I owe her. You always used to understand that, but what’s changed? Are you going to keep causing trouble? I’ve apologized, and my patience has its limits.”“Save that for Vivian. Tomorrow, I’ll go to Hansen Manor to get the divorce agreement.”I couldn’t be bothered to waste any more breath and turned to walk away.As I strolled through the garden, I let out a deep breath, releasing the frustration building up inside me. Damian’s self-righteous attitude was suffocating.How could I have been so blind before?A waiter holding a tray hurried past me, and I quickly stepped a

The simple words felt like a sharp dagger, twisting in Damian's chest, making his heart feel like it might give out. Damn adulterer!Damian couldn’t bring himself to pay attention to the rest of the auction items. His mind was stuck on the look Axel had thrown at him earlier.He wasn’t sure how much time had passed when Vivian nudged his arm. “My painting, The Face of the Future, is up for auction now,” she said.Damian pulled himself together with difficulty. “Alright.”The girl in the painting bore such a striking resemblance to the two women present that whispers began to ripple through the room. Some people’s gazes shifted back and forth between Vivian and Amelia.“My God, they really do look alike,” someone murmured. “And now this painting resembles both of them. If you ask me, there’s no way this isn’t hiding some sort of secret.” “Look, the seller of this painting is Miss Vivian.” “But I think the girl in the pai

As I chatted with Axel, the auction began.“Ladies and gentlemen, our first item for bidding is the Voyage of Dreams Antique Globe.”“This antique globe once belonged to a world traveler who dedicated his life to exploring and studying the unknown. His wish was to auction this collection to raise funds to support young explorers and scientific projects.”“This 18th-century handcrafted globe showcases the understanding of the world at that time, adorned with gold thread and gemstones, making it a valuable historical and collectible piece. Bidding starts at $500. Now, let the bidding begin!”“Brother, bid on it! This explorer was from Veloria, and your current renewable energy project aims to collaborate with the Veloria government, right? Maybe this globe could serve as a gift.”Axel raised his paddle. “$1,000.”A smile of approval spread across Axel's face. “My little princess is finally showing some ambition. I’ll give you this renewable energy company. If you do well, you can come b

Emily had been waiting for ages without seeing Damian and Vivian enter, so she decided to call Vivian. “Darling Vivian, why haven’t you come in yet?”Vivian replied, “Amelia just arrived with her male companion.”Emily gulped down a mouthful of juice. “She dares to show up? I’ll shove her face in the jam, and then—”Before she could finish her sentence, there was a quiet commotion at the door, as if everyone was trying to suppress their excitement. She looked up, and to her shock, it was Amelia!Emily immediately hung up the phone, seething with anger as she strode over, shouting, “Amelia, you little bitch, how dare you come here looking for trouble?”“Really?” A deep male voice echoed, and the man looked to be about 6'3" (190 cm) tall. He towered over Emily, who stood at only 5'5" (165 cm), creating an intimidating presence.Emily shivered, her capillaries tightening. She stammered, “Y-you’re that—”Axel’s expression was cold and polite, as if discussing something trivial. “Yes, I’m

Early in the morning, I received a call from someone who sounded furious.“Are you not coming home yet? How long is this going to go on? Who the hell is that man? You’re betraying me, Amelia! Don’t forget, you’re still my wife. Even if I don’t love you, you have to promise me loyalty!”What kind of lunatic is screaming?I hung up the phone without hesitation.Less than a minute later, my phone rang again.I switched it to airplane mode.I slept soundly until noon, feeling refreshed.Before marrying Damian, I had been focused on my studies. After marrying him, I turned down the olive branch offered by my advisor and rejected the opportunity to pursue a PhD, choosing instead to be a full-time wife.Honestly, that’s even more exhausting than studying for a doctorate.In the three years at the Hansen estate, I hadn’t slept in once.If I had known that breaking free meant a fresh start, I should have divorced him sooner!After turning off airplane mode, I received a text from my brother: “

The sales assistant seemed ready to intervene.“I’m the eldest daughter of the Hansen family,” Emily said haughtily. “Wrap up that dress for me; I’m buying it!”I calmly took out my bank card. “Sales assistant, please process my payment.”Emily stared at me in disbelief. “Didn’t you hear? Take off that dress right now—immediately!”The sales assistant took my card with both hands. “Sure, please hold on a moment.”Emily was getting frantic. “I’m the eldest daughter of the Hansen family! I order you not to process that payment!”The sales assistant remained unfazed. “Ma’am, you’re too late. Even if you are the Hansen family’s eldest daughter, you can’t break the rules.”After the transaction went through, the sales assistant returned my card to me.Emily's expression darkened, her gaze sharp as a knife. “You little tramp, where did you get the money to buy that dress?”“Have you been cheating? Amelia, you’re being incredibly bold today, showing me such disrespect. I should make you slap