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After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 102- Let the investigator handle it
MICHELL POVAudrey was different tonight.Not in an obvious way—she still carried herself with that quiet, stubborn grace, her chin lifted just enough to defy the world without seeming like she was trying. But something in her eyes had shifted.Something I couldn’t name.As I carried Amelia upstairs, I could feel the slow, steady rhythm of her breathing against my chest, the warmth of her small body curling instinctively into mine. She was exhausted. Happy, but exhausted.Audrey had that effect on her. On both of us.Once in Amelia’s room, I laid her down gently, brushing a few loose strands from her face before pulling the blanket over her. She sighed in her sleep, murmuring something I couldn’t quite make out.A part of me wanted to stay, to watch over her a little longer. But my thoughts were elsewhere—downstairs.With her.I found Audrey still standing in the dimly lit hallway when I returned. She hadn’t moved. Her fingers trailed absently over the edge of the console table, her e
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MICHELL POVThe night air was sharp as I stepped outside, the lingering warmth of the house already a distant memory.I got into my car, gripping the wheel tighter than necessary. My mind was still filled with the image of Audrey—standing there, her arms crossed, concern flickering in her eyes.But I couldn’t afford to stop. Not now.The address the investigator sent was across the city, in a part of town I rarely found myself in. Run-down, forgotten. The kind of place people disappeared into when they didn’t want to be found.Fitting.I pressed down on the gas.Every turn, every streetlight blurred past, but my mind was somewhere else. Back to the night I got the call. The way my world split apart in an instant.I had spent years trying to bury the doubt, forcing myself to believe the official reports. But the cracks had always been there.And now, the truth was within reach. I wasn’t about to let it slip away. Not again.The street was dimly lit, the yellow glow of flickering neon
Last Updated : 2025-04-04After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 01- You're Completely Useless
Audrey Taylor’s pov. Every night, I prayed for his return, but I never imagined he wouldn't recognize me and that he would bring another woman back. I had just managed to lay my tired body from working late at the office. The company was bleeding and I had been doing everything in my power to stop it from collapsing. But my peace was rudely destroyed by loud rapid knocking on my bedroom door. “Madam, you need to come downstairs!” Martha, the maid's voice rang. What was so urgent to disturb my rest before facing the cruel reality in a few hours’ time? I glanced at the alarm clock. “8 AM”? What could be up now? I stumbled out of bed, even though my body cried for rest. “What happened, Martha?” I moaned, pulling my nightwear around me as I opened the door. “It is Ms. Helen. She's arguing with the shareholders in the living room.” The shareholders? Damn. My mother-in-law. My head banged with a terrible headache from the abrupt disturbance. By the time I got to the living room,
Last Updated : 2025-01-22After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 02- Yes, Keep Searching
Audrey pov I stood there, my heart pounding so loud it drowned out the world. Harold didn’t look at me. He didn’t say my name. He just… walked past me with her. My legs felt weak, but before I could crumble completely, Simon stepped into the house. I found my voice, though it came out as a whisper. “Simon, what is going on?” He stammered, avoiding my gaze. "M-Mr. Harold... maybe he... he hasn't fully recovered his memory yet." "Recover his memory? What happened to Harold?"I asked anxiously. “He was in a car accident two years ago. They said something about amnesia. The doctors are not sure ……if he has regained his memory.” I closed my eyes, forcing myself to breathe. Harold didn’t know who I was. He didn’t remember our life together. The sound of my heart was deafening as I pushed the door open. Every step I took toward Harold felt like I was walking in a ditch. I didn’t know what I expected to find, but it wasn’t this. As I entered the room, I noticed Harold standing by
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Audrey povI stood in the foyer, my luggage by my side, ready to leave the house that no longer felt like mine.As I reached the staircase, Martha rushed toward me.“Ma’am, wait,” she pleaded, her voice trembling. She glanced nervously toward the living room, where Harold and Gina sat. “It has been weeks, and we still haven’t received our wages.”I paused, looking at her with an air of finality. “Your real boss is back. Go to him for your pay. Don't bother me anymore.”Her face fell, disappointment etched in her features. She hesitated, opening her mouth as if to argue.Without another word, she turned and walked over to Harold.I turned back toward the door, gripping the handle, when Harold’s voice stopped me cold.“Audrey,” he snapped, stepping into my path. A stack of papers was in his hand, his face tight with frustration. “Why haven’t you taken care of the wages?”I stared at him, disbelieving. “Me? Harold, you’ve been handling everything since you came back. Shouldn’t you know w
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Audrey povI stared at Lisa, disbelief written all over my face. “Wait, you're saying the doctor who can fix my leg is now working for some billionaire and doesn't take other patients anymore?”Lisa nodded, her expression full of sympathy. “His name is Michell Garcia. My boyfriend overheard it at a cocktail party. Apparently, the guy's a recluse.”Just yesterday, I was excited that there might be a solution to my problem and now this?My heart sank, but I forced a weak smile. “Thanks for telling me, Lisa. I’ll figure something out.”I wasn’t about to give up.For a week, I had done everything I could think of to meet Michell Garcia. Every attempt ended in failure.Lisa’s boyfriend had warned me earlier. “He’s almost impossible to reach, Audrey. Even most elites can’t meet him unless they’ve got business worth billions.”But I couldn't afford to give up, not when there was hope.So, when every reasonable route failed, I took the most unreasonable one—I lied. I walked into his company’s
Last Updated : 2025-01-22After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 05- Take her to the police
Audrey povWhen I opened the door and saw Michell Garcia standing there, I froze. My brain refused to register what my eyes were seeing. Was I dreaming? The infamous Michell Garcia.Before I could speak, Amelia darted past me, her voice bursting with excitement. “Daddy!” she cried out, throwing herself into his arms. Daddy? Michell’s expression softened for a split second as he caught her. Then his gaze shifted to me, hardening. “Care to explain what’s going on here?” His voice was damn smooth yet made my heart race. Michell’s eyes didn’t leave mine. His jaw tightened as if he expected me to speak. Before I could speak, his assistant, standing just behind him, chimed in. “Sir, we can’t rule out the possibility that she must have abducted Little Miss. But she's not smart enough,” the assistant said.My mouth fell open. “Are you serious? I saved her from being kidnapped.”Michell raised a hand, silencing us both. “Take her to the police,” he said curtly to his bodyguard. “
Last Updated : 2025-01-22After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 06- Is there a problem here?
Audrey povLeaving Michell’s luxurious hotel, I felt a mix of gratitude and dread. Grateful I was able to see the doctor but also the cost. The cost was a hell much.I had no one to rely on, no immediate solution to my problems, and certainly no magic wand to make it all go away.I pulled out my phone and hesitated for a moment before dialing my mother’s number. The line rang twice before I hung up. Who was I kidding?She hadn’t spoken to me in years—not since I married Harold. She’d called my quitting dancing to follow love a mistake back then, and I’d stubbornly ignored her warnings.Now, fate cruelly stood waiting for me to digest the consequences of my choices.“Snap out of it,” I muttered under my breath, shaking my head.Later, I met with my lawyer, a kind but no-nonsense man—Greg. He didn’t sugarcoat anything.“Your ex-husband has hired one of the best lawyers in town, Ms. Taylor,” he said, adjusting his glasses.“He’s throwing money at this case to ensure he doesn’t have to p
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After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 103
MICHELL POVThe night air was sharp as I stepped outside, the lingering warmth of the house already a distant memory.I got into my car, gripping the wheel tighter than necessary. My mind was still filled with the image of Audrey—standing there, her arms crossed, concern flickering in her eyes.But I couldn’t afford to stop. Not now.The address the investigator sent was across the city, in a part of town I rarely found myself in. Run-down, forgotten. The kind of place people disappeared into when they didn’t want to be found.Fitting.I pressed down on the gas.Every turn, every streetlight blurred past, but my mind was somewhere else. Back to the night I got the call. The way my world split apart in an instant.I had spent years trying to bury the doubt, forcing myself to believe the official reports. But the cracks had always been there.And now, the truth was within reach. I wasn’t about to let it slip away. Not again.The street was dimly lit, the yellow glow of flickering neon
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 102- Let the investigator handle it
MICHELL POVAudrey was different tonight.Not in an obvious way—she still carried herself with that quiet, stubborn grace, her chin lifted just enough to defy the world without seeming like she was trying. But something in her eyes had shifted.Something I couldn’t name.As I carried Amelia upstairs, I could feel the slow, steady rhythm of her breathing against my chest, the warmth of her small body curling instinctively into mine. She was exhausted. Happy, but exhausted.Audrey had that effect on her. On both of us.Once in Amelia’s room, I laid her down gently, brushing a few loose strands from her face before pulling the blanket over her. She sighed in her sleep, murmuring something I couldn’t quite make out.A part of me wanted to stay, to watch over her a little longer. But my thoughts were elsewhere—downstairs.With her.I found Audrey still standing in the dimly lit hallway when I returned. She hadn’t moved. Her fingers trailed absently over the edge of the console table, her e
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 101- Proud?
AUDREY POVI woke up feeling... different. Warm. There was a softness in my chest, a lingering warmth that had nothing to do with the silk sheets draped around me. The city lights still glowed faintly beyond the glass walls, but the night had faded into the early hush of dawn. And beside me, Michell slept. Not the tense, guarded man I had first met. Not the cold, untouchable CEO who built walls around himself. Just Michell—his breathing even, his features relaxed, his arm resting possessively across my waist as if even in sleep, he refused to let me go. Something fluttered in my stomach. Last night had been... I closed my eyes, a shiver running down my spine as the memories washed over me. The way he had danced with me, how effortlessly he had led, how his touch had set my skin on fire. The slow burn in his eyes right before he kissed me. The way he whispered my name like it was a prayer. The way he made me feel. A breath hitched in my throat, and I bit my lip, pre
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 100- Dance with me
MICHELL POVThe moment Audrey’s name was called, the entire hall erupted. Applause, cheers, and even some gasps of surprise filled the space, but I remained still, watching her closely. She stood frozen for a second, as if her brain was struggling to process what had just happened. Then, realization dawned in her eyes, and a shuddering breath left her lips. She had won. Audrey Taylor had won.I should have expected it. I did expect it. Yet, as I watched her step forward, her fingers trembling around the golden award, an unfamiliar warmth spread through my chest. It wasn’t just pride—it was something deeper, something unsettling. The announcer handed her the microphone, and I leaned forward slightly, my focus narrowing in on her alone. Speak well, Audrey, I found myself thinking. And she did. Her voice was steady, clear. There was no arrogance in her words, no gloating—just raw, unfiltered gratitude. She spoke of fear and growth, of perseverance. Of expression. My f
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 99- You’re the best ballerina ever!
AUDREY POVThe five of us stood side by side on the stage, our breaths shallow, our hearts racing. The lights were blinding, heating my skin, but nothing compared to the pounding of my chest. The murmurs of the audience were a distant hum in my ears. All I could focus on was the panel of judges in front of us, their expressions unreadable as they looked down at the results in their hands. I clenched my fists to keep them from shaking. The lead judge, a distinguished man with graying temples and sharp, observant eyes, leaned into the microphone. His voice, smooth but authoritative, filled the silence. “Before we announce the results, we want to take a moment to acknowledge each of you. What you’ve accomplished here is beyond commendable. This stage is not for the weak-hearted, and every single one of you has proven why you deserve to be here. Winning or not, this is only the beginning.”The words should have comforted me, but all they did was tighten the coil of tension in my st
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 98- The judges have their winner
AUDREY POVThe air inside the practice room was thick with focus, each contestant absorbed in their own world of preparation. The faint echo of footsteps, the occasional murmurs of dance instructors correcting postures, the sharp exhale of a dancer landing a difficult move—it all blended together in a quiet symphony of tension. I rolled my shoulders and took a deep breath, stretching my legs as I prepared my body for what lay ahead.My mind was clear. No more overthinking. No more obsessing over Gina. Just me, my body, and the dance. Elena stood nearby, arms crossed, her sharp gaze watching my every movement. “How do you feel?” she asked. I exhaled, feeling the steadiness in my bones. “Good.” She nodded. “Then hold onto that.” I continued my warm-up, rolling through my ankles, stretching out my arms, steadying my breath. No excessive training. No pushing beyond my limit. Just enough to keep me grounded. Then, I felt it—the shift in energy, the presence approaching me befo
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 97- You're gonna be amazing
AUDREY POVI couldn’t breathe. The moment my name was called as the fifth contestant, relief flooded me, but it was short-lived. I barely made it. From second place to fifth. The humiliation burned in my chest, and I could feel the weight of it pressing down on me. I had messed up. Completely. Even when I tried to redeem myself on stage, it was useless. My body had refused to cooperate, my movements stiff, my mind fogged with frustration. And now, I stood here, barely holding on to a spot in the final round. The judges’ words still echoed in my head. “You were second last time, Miss Taylor. What happened? Are you alright?”“We can only hope you come back stronger in two days.”Two days. That was all I had to fix everything. But what was I even fixing? I had trained tirelessly, pushed myself beyond my limits, yet I still failed. What more could I possibly do? I could feel eyes on me as we were dismissed, but I didn't stop to look at anyone. My feet carried me to the dressin
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 96- I was a disaster
AUDREY POVI exhaled slowly, my fingers gripping the edge of my seat as the announcer’s voice filled the hall again. “Contestant number7, Maya Roberts.”Maya, a tall, dark-haired girl with striking green eyes, stepped onto the stage with an air of quiet confidence. Her instructor whispered something to her before she nodded and took her position. The music began, slow and haunting, and Maya moved like water—smooth, controlled, every motion blending into the next without hesitation. She had an effortless grace, the kind that made it look easy, though I knew it wasn’t. I studied her carefully. Her lines were impeccable, her spins sharp but elegant. The way she floated across the stage made it clear she had years of discipline in her body. She wasn’t just good—she was mesmerizing. Elena leaned in slightly. “She has excellent control,” she murmured, “but her expressions are lacking. She’s focusing too much on technique, not enough on storytelling.” I nodded, noting how Maya’s
After Divorcing My Ex-husband, I Returned And Shined 95- One performance down
MICHELL POVI leaned back on the couch, a book in my hands, but I wasn’t reading. The words blurred together, meaningless against the backdrop of laughter filling the room. They all came back to the living area. Amelia was perched on his lap, giggling uncontrollably as he tickled her sides. Audrey sat beside them, curled up comfortably, her eyes bright with amusement. They looked like a picture of easy familiarity. And I didn’t know what to make of it. Audrey had grown attached to him—maybe too attached. I wasn’t surprised. Ethan had a way of making himself welcome in people’s lives, slipping in like he belonged there.And somehow, over the past few days, he had done just that. He had visited four days ago, and since then, I’d caught them talking more, laughing more. It shouldn’t bother me. But it did. Not surprisingly, I was jealous. Ethan grinned at Audrey. “So, how’s training going, superstar?” Audrey rolled her eyes at the nickname, but there was a smile tugging at
