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After the Breakup, the Billionaire Lost Control! Chapter 1
In Merika State, the two of them lay close together on the hotel bed. As their passion grew, Justin Yates’s husky voice, filled with allure, murmured, “Em, how about having a child with me?”Caught up in the moment, Emily Yates replied without thinking. It wasn’t until they were lying together afterward that she remembered what he had said.“A child?” she repeated, a trace of intimacy lingering in her eyes.The look stirred Justin’s desire again. She was a constant temptation to him. Pushing those thoughts aside, he pulled out a ring and slipped it onto her left hand.“Are you proposing to me?” she asked.“Yes.”“Can I finally have your child now?” Justin asked, smiling. His eyes were warm, but there was no love in them, as if he were gazing past her, waiting for someone else’s answer.“I’ll give you plenty,” she replied, momentarily surprised. Proposing in bed wasn’t exactly romantic or formal, but she didn’t mind. She had waited three years for this moment, and it was worth it
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Tears had fallen without her noticing, smudging the fresh makeup around her eyes. Emily glanced down at the diamond ring on her left hand, a sense of foreboding spreading through her. The sudden appearance of this woman might shatter the happiness she had been waiting for. She couldn’t just stand here. She had to know who this woman was. After a moment to gather herself, she headed back to the hotel.The plane flew from Merika State back to Haven State. At Lichfield Hospital, Emily stood at the door of a hospital room, arms crossed, trying to see inside through the window. Justin’s friend, Zac White, the director of Lichfield Hospital, along with other doctors, were examining the restless woman on the hospital bed. Two female nurses held her steady as they conducted their checks.On the plane, her face had already been cleaned, and she had been given fresh clothes.“Emma Xander? Hasn’t she... disappeared for the past four years?” Zac was shocked. Where had Justin found her?
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In the hospital’s back garden, the spring night was still a bit chilly, and a cold wind stirred, adding a bite to the air. The flick of a lighter sounded, and two glowing points of light appeared as smoke drifted, blurring their vision.“So, Emma Xander’s back. What are you going to do?” Zac asked, breaking the silence. He didn’t mention Emily, but they both knew what he meant.One woman was the college sweetheart, the first love who had once saved Justin’s life. The other was the girlfriend who had been with him for three years, sharing his most intimate moments, and now, his fiancée.After a long pause, Justin replied, his voice cold and detached. “She was just a stand-in. She could never compare to Emma.”He went on, his tone utterly indifferent, as if he hadn’t been the one to propose to Emily in Merika State. “The role of Mrs. Yates will never be hers. It can only belong to Emma.”In a way, Emily had saved him the trouble of saying it himself when she had brought up their mar
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Emily found the remote to turn on the lights, then looked for something handy to snuff out each candle one by one. Afterward, she retrieved her nightgown from the closet and headed for a shower. As she walked into the bathroom, she noticed the ring still on her left hand. She slipped it off and tossed it into the corner of her jewelry box. When she returned to the bedroom, she brushed all the rose petals off the bed and settled under the covers, pulling them over her head.She instinctively lay on the left side of the bed, where she was used to sleeping. Justin would always hold her close, gradually shifting over to the left with her until they were practically glued together. Now, the right side of the bed was glaringly empty. To fill the space, she scooted to the center, tossing the extra pillow onto the floor, finally feeling comfortable.She turned off the lights and went to sleep.Two days passed without any word from Justin. He was likely at the hospital with Emma or busy wi
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People said billionaires were cold and indifferent in their personal lives, switching women as easily as they changed clothes. For the past three years, Mr. Yates had only been with Miss Yates, making him seem like a devoted man. But it looked like he could move on in an instant. Who knew how long Miss Xander would last by his side?Sam had joined the company three years ago, right when Justin took over RC Corporation, so he wasn’t familiar with the complicated history between Emma and Justin.Inside TC Mall, Emily was browsing through clothes, each piece a far cry from her usual sweet and innocent style.“Babe, switching things up?” Helen asked, watching as Emily picked up a long black dress with a sexy, slitted hem. It would look stunning on Emily’s curves.Emily held the dress up to herself in the mirror, unfazed. “Yep, time for a change. Do you think this would look better with a shawl or a jacket?”She turned to give Helen a look.“A shawl, definitely. It’ll highlight your
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Emily took out her phone and sent Justin a message. “Stop by Villa One when you have a moment. Let’s settle things between us so you can go back to your precious first love.”After hitting send, she prepared to leave the hospital.“Miss Yates, may I speak with you for a moment?” Suddenly, Emma was beside her, having wheeled herself over without Justin in sight.“We don’t really know each other,” Emily replied, feeling awkward.“Miss Yates, I’ve just been away from Justin for three years. I wanted to ask you how he’s been and if he’s been eating and sleeping well. He couldn’t find me, so I’m sure he must’ve been terribly sad,” Emma said, her frail voice laced with a hint of smugness, as if she was savoring her importance to him.“If you want to know, ask Justin directly.”“He won’t tell me. He’s worried it would make me anxious.”Emily saw no point in continuing the conversation and turned to leave. Suddenly, behind her, Emma’s voice rose in a frantic shout, her tears streaming
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Emily gripped the contract tightly, her anger burning inside her.Justin leaned back in his chair, his thin lips parting slightly as he spoke. His voice was cold and dripping with arrogance, as if he were granting her a favor. “These past three years have been hard on you. You’re an orphan, with no family or place to go. I’m willing to support you financially with sixty million a year.”He continued, “We’ll renew the contract every three years. If you behave and stay out of my and Emma’s way, I’ll keep you until you’re old. You can stay in this villa, but you’re not to show yourself in front of Emma again. I won’t be coming here anymore, and I won’t be with you.“As for what happened at the hospital today, I don’t care who was right or wrong. I don’t want a repeat of it.”His tone was cold and dismissive, as if her thoughts and dignity didn’t matter at all.By the time he finished, Emily’s anger was so intense it felt like a physical pain. Where did he get the nerve to think she w
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Along with the bank transfer, a reminder popped up about a beachside villa trip she had booked. Emily had almost forgotten about it. She had planned a three-day, two-night getaway, hoping for some time with Justin by the sea. Back then, he had been so busy with work that he barely had any free time, and she had to sweet-talk him into agreeing. She had even picked a local spot to make it easier for him. But now, all the things she had prepared for that trip were gone and tossed out when she cleared her closet recently.Pulling herself out of her thoughts, Emily realized she didn’t need Justin to go. She could still enjoy the trip with Helen. Life would go on without him. “Helen, I’ve got a trip booked for a beachside villa. It’s three days, two nights, right here in the city. Wanna go?” Emily asked, rubbing her sleepy eyes as she stood there in her nightgown.“A trip?” Helen’s face lit up. “Absolutely! I’ll just skip a few classes,” she replied excitedly. “I mean, I’ll ask for
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After the Breakup, the Billionaire Lost Control! Chapter 420
Regret filled Haley’s mind. Why hadn’t she worn heels today? She could have kicked him where it hurt the most. *Back at the Mistletoe Villa, Helen was getting ready for her date with Zac. Dressed to the nines, she descended the stairs, only to be intercepted by Alex. “Aunt Helen, are you going out with Uncle-in-law Zac? Take me with you!” Alex exclaimed, his sharp eyes noticing her dressed-up look.Chase, overhearing, chimed in, his hopeful gaze fixed on Helen.“Alex, you sure are quick to adapt, already calling him Uncle-in-law?” Richard teased, strolling over with a disapproving look at Helen’s outfit. “It’s late, and you’re going to meet Zac dressed like that? A short skirt? Do you have no sense of self-protection?“Go upstairs and change into pants. Now.”“I don’t have any!” Helen shot back, defiant as ever. She wasn’t afraid of him. Besides, it was the middle of summer, and long pants weren’t exactly in her wardrobe rotation. “And this skirt isn’t even short. It covers
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Haley dried her hands, bypassing Justin without a glance. But before she reached the door, he grabbed her arm, pulling her forcefully into his embrace. One hand locked around her waist while the other cradled the back of her head. Then he kissed her. The kiss was sudden and overpowering, leaving Haley no time to react. By the time she realized what was happening, he had already seized the upper hand. She struggled, shoving at his face, her body twisting away, but his grip was unyielding. Slowly, he backed her against the sink, his kiss growing deeper, filled with a desperation that poured out years of regret and unspoken emotion. * Only when he’d had enough did he release her. “Can you stop asking me to leave you?” His voice broke as his eyes shimmered with anguish. “I can’t walk away, and I won’t.” He bent forward, his pain transparent. “I was selfish before. I ignored how you felt, and I destroyed what we had. But I’ve changed. Please, give me a chance to pro
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Chase was rendered speechless.How did his little brother manage to be both sharp and clueless at the same time?*The next day, Haley was still busy at the art exhibit hall, working on final details. By lunchtime, another extravagant meal arrived—this time with flowers and a specialty tea. Her coworkers, grateful recipients of the meal, couldn’t help but gush. “Haley, your husband is incredible! Sending you lunch every day and even including us. It’s so thoughtful. Thank you so much!” “And flowers and tea, just for you! Staying romantic even after marriage and kids? That’s rare. He really dotes on you!” The chorus of compliments only made Haley more annoyed. A simmering anger built in her chest as she forced a tight smile. Slipping into the stairwell where no one could hear her, she dialed Justin. As soon as he answered, she launched into him. “Justin! Can you please stop sending me lunch? Do you have any idea how frustrating and disruptive this is? How much of a
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Haley wasn’t paying much attention to the drama online. She drove home, took a long shower, and let the fatigue and grime of the day wash away. Meanwhile, Helen sat comfortably on the living room sofa, fully immersed in scrolling through the online frenzy. She liked every comment bashing Emma Xander and even jumped in to post scathing replies herself. Her fingers flew across her phone screen with fervor, her face alight with energy.“You’re wasting time typing one comment at a time,” Richard teased, watching her thumbs fly across the screen. “Just call me your older brother, and I’ll whip up a program to fire off hundreds of replies in no time.”Helen shot him a glare and turned her back on him.When she refreshed the page, her expression shifted. “Wait… why can’t I comment anymore?”The comment she had been furiously typing—loaded with sharp insults—wouldn’t post. After refreshing the page again, she realized comments had been disabled, and every disparaging remark she had poste
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“Try to avoid reading too much news online. It can also trigger episodes,” the doctor advised before leaving the room. Despite the incident, the doctor didn’t prescribe any medication. The wound wasn’t deep, and while it showed a tendency toward self-harm, it avoided critical areas. Clearly, even in distress, Emma had been rational when making the cut. These days, it was common for people to experience emotional lows or feel overwhelmed, but it rarely escalated to the point of needing psychological treatment.Outside the room, the housekeeper overheard the conversation and walked in to add, “Miss Xander saw something on the news today. That’s what caused this.” “News?” Justin asked, his brows furrowed in confusion. The housekeeper pulled out her phone and showed him the day’s headline. “No, don’t!” Emma tried to stop her, attempting to sit up, but the blood loss left her dizzy. She collapsed back onto the bed, clutching her head. The doctor raised an eyebrow at the e
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“Don’t be mad. I won’t go,” Justin reassured Haley.The phone was still connected, and the housekeeper on the other end clearly heard Justin’s words. She paused, stunned. He continued, “Call an ambulance and take her to the hospital.” Haley frowned. “Why would I be mad? This has nothing to do with me,” she silently remarked.Justin hung up and turned to her with a face full of eagerness, practically radiating a silent plea for approval—“Look at me, didn’t I handle that perfectly?” Haley pursed her lips in exasperation and didn’t bother arguing. Instead, she turned the car around and floored the gas, heading straight for Lichfield Hospital. When they arrived, she got out first, yanked Justin out by the collar, and dragged him into the hospital. “Haley, what are you doing? Let go of me! Don’t be mad! I’m not going to see her.” Justin’s voice wavered as he trailed behind, clearly flustered. Ever since that encounter with Emma five years ago, he had reflected deeply on
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“Your Emma claims to be independent but is constantly stirring up rumors with Justin? She’s nothing but a hypocrite, wanting it both ways!” “Emma’s not stirring up anything! Those shameless paparazzi are the ones taking all those pictures. You men are just bitter and destructive when you don’t get your way!” *“I thought Miss Xander attended the funeral on behalf of her department? Why isn’t she in any of the photos?” someone remarked, scrolling through the comments for entertainment. Her connection to Mr. Yates was something everyone in the company had heard rumors about. A coworker leaned in, lowering their voice. “I heard she got kicked out by Mr. Jacob as soon as she arrived.” “Really? That must’ve been humiliating.” “With how chaotic things are in the company lately, she’s become a prime target.” The sound of heels clicking against the floor broke the chatter. Turning around, they saw Emma approaching. Everyone instantly clammed up, their voices silenced as if s
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Haley heard the compliments from her colleagues, but she couldn’t muster even a hint of a smile. She had a sinking suspicion that this was Justin’s doing. “Haley, this one’s for you—a deluxe meal all to yourself! Your husband must really adore you!” One of them, clearly pleased with their perceptiveness, handed her the fanciest box with an enthusiastic grin, showering her with praises for her supposed husband. Haley sighed, her frustration evident. This only made her situation more complicated. There was no way she would escape this topic for the foreseeable future. Grabbing her phone and the meal box, she stepped away from the group, avoiding the communal lunch setting. “Why isn’t she eating with us?” someone asked, noticing her retreat. “Seriously? Didn’t you see her on her phone? She’s probably calling her husband. That’s why you’re still single—you can’t pick up on these things. Pay attention!” another quipped. Haley moved to a quiet corner and sent Justin a messa
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Someone joined in, “My kid’s the same—always stuck to her mom. If I don’t bring home snacks or toys, she acts like I don’t even exist. They say daughters are supposed to be daddy’s little girls, but mine’s more like a bodyguard for her mom.”The group erupted into laughter, and the conversation shifted to parenting. Those without kids switched to other topics, while Haley quietly moved to her exhibit area and got to work. Somehow, the discussion circled back to Justin. “I stayed until the end of the funeral yesterday, and I noticed the seat for the eldest grandson’s wife was empty. Isn’t there a rumor that Emma is his girlfriend? Why wasn’t she there?” “Probably because she’s still not officially accepted by the family. Word is she’s just a girlfriend for now.” “Wait, isn’t she supposed to be Justin’s college sweetheart? Didn’t she already meet his family ages ago? Why hasn’t she locked it down yet?” “Well, here’s the thing—I heard she went missing overseas for a few ye
