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After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 746
Zachary smiled wryly. "Never mind, just follow your own instincts and decide for yourself."Aveline watched the children playing, falling deep into thought. What did she really want? The truth was, she did want to know what kind of people her biological parents were.So, maybe she should dig deeper, take a look, and see where it led. Who knows? Perhaps she was destined to have parents after all. Once she made up her mind, the uncertainty faded away.That evening, after taking a shower, she sent a message to Lucas. โI have something to discuss with you. Can you come over?โIt hadnโt even been five minutes before there was a knock on her door.Aveline got up, took a deep breath, and opened the door. Before she could say anything, Lucas leaned in, cupped her face, and kissed her. Her body stiffened, but she didn't resist. After all, she had asked him to come over to talk about this, hadnโt she? He seemed to know exactly what she meant.โMmโฆ the door,โ Aveline managed to
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 747
Lucas leaned in closer, his face only inches from hers. Seeing her cool, indifferent expression, he smirked slightly. "Aveline, are you just pretending not to know me now that youโve gotten what you wanted?"Aveline frowned, "When did I ever pretend not to know you?""Then why won't you let me have a kiss?" Lucas countered.Aveline was at a loss for words. She pushed him away and stood up, saying, "Lucas, what we have is just a transaction. I hope you wonโt complicate it with anything else. It wonโt do either of us any good."Lucas looked at her overly composed face and chuckled, "But I think it does me a lot of good.""Will you do what I asked or not?" Aveline demanded, clearly frustrated by his persistence."Of course," Lucas replied as he moved closer to her, his voice soothing, "Since you asked, Iโll do it, and Iโll make sure itโs done perfectly."Satisfied with his answer, Aveline turned and left. With Lucasโ help, she wouldnโt have to worry about sending Hilda away. She decide
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 748
Aveline had decided to completely ignore him.Howeverโฆ she glanced up at him just as he finished another phone call.โHmm?โ Lucas noticed her gaze and looked back at her with an easy, relaxed expression. The coldness in his eyes had vanished, replaced by a gentle warmth that seemed to draw her in like he wanted to melt her with his gaze.Fortunately, the walls around her heart remained firmly in place."I'm going to see Zane," she said.Lucas nodded. "Go ahead."Aveline continued, "You've been tormenting his son. Won't you feel any guilt when you see him?"Lucas gave a faint smile. "Are you asking me to release Bobby?"Aveline replied, "I still believe he's innocent."Lucas' deep, intense eyes studied her carefully. "Aveline, Zane has already taken the money. Whether Bobby is innocent or not doesn't matter much anymore."Aveline felt the urge to argue but found herself at a loss for words. He was right. Zane had given up on his son. What could she, an outsider, possibly say? Za
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 749
Lucas held her tightly, feeling the weight of her sadness pressing between them. โYouโll find them,โ he murmured softly. โAnd if they disappoint you, you can choose to walk away.โAveline closed her eyes for a moment before finally speaking. โLet go of me, please. I need to take a walk.โLucas released her, relieved to see that her expression had calmed. Arthur Town was small, and in just a short walk, Aveline reached the end of the street. Beyond lay an open field, where she stood on the roadside, letting the cold wind wash over her.Lucas watched her from a short distance when his phone rang. He answered, โYes?โBaronโs voice came through, โMr. Tudor, we've confirmed that the guards were sent by Juliet, the heiress of the Cooper family. Juliet once stayed at the orphanage in Arthur Town. Over the years, Hilda has kept in close contact with her. In fact, for the past few months, Hilda had been staying at one of Julietโs properties.โHilda had claimed that someone had taken Aveline
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 750
Juliet's expression grew more tense, her gaze fixed warily on the doorway. "Who are you?" she demanded.But there was no answer from outside."Hello? Are you still there?" Juliet called out, taking a few cautious steps forward.Still, no response came.What' was going on? Where did they go?Juliet decided to open the door, and the next second, a shadowy figure burst in, pushing her back into the room and quickly shutting the door behind them."Ah!" Juliet screamed, scrambling away, her face a mix of fear and suspicion as she eyed the intruder.It was a man, wearing a hat and mask. He didnโt make any sudden moves, just calmly removed his hat and mask."Don't be afraid," he said, "I'm not here to hurt you. I told you, if you want to deal with Aveline, I can help you."Juliet's eyes widened in shock. She pointed at him and exclaimed, "You look so much like Lucas! Whatโs your relationship with him?"The man was none other than Leo."You can call me Leo," he replied, "I have no relationshi
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 751
Gernard hadn't expected Lucas to be so direct.He wondered if Lucas had any sense of boundaries.Gernard frowned slightly as he looked at Lucas and said, "Naturally, it's something between her and me, and it has nothing to do with you."Lucas, however, replied with a half-smile, "I don't believe you."Aveline ignored Lucas and said to Gernard, "Let's go over there."A short distance away, a small park lay bathed in warm sunlight, a few people leisurely strolling along its paths. The air was filled with a light breeze, just enough to feel refreshing without a hint of chill."Alright."Gernard nodded and walked with Aveline toward the park. After a few steps, he glanced back at Lucas with a look of mockery in his eyes.Lucas just stared at Aveline for a long moment before sighing in resignation. What else could he do? Right now, she was his queen, and he had to keep her happy!In the park, Gernard asked, "Have you made up with him?"Aveline shook her head. "No."Gernard looked at her, p
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 752
Aveline glanced in the direction of the warehouse. Hilda was still banging on the door. She didnโt seem worried about getting caught anymore, thinking she had Aveline cornered and was now acting with reckless confidence.Aveline hesitated for a moment, then walked over and opened the warehouse door.Hildaโs face was full of irritation. โWhy havenโt you sent me away yet? Aveline, do you not want to know who your real parents are anymore?โAvelineโs expression remained cold as she looked at her. โIf you don't want to tell me, I can find out myself. I donโt need you anymore. I might as well call them to take you away now.โAt this, Hildaโs eyes widened. โYouโฆ you canโt do this, Aveline! Iโve raised you all these years. You canโt be so ungrateful!โAveline let out a mocking laugh. โYou did take me in, but any debt I owed you was canceled out when you kept trying to sell me off. And now you want to lecture me about gratitude? Where do you get the nerve?โโYouโโHilda was struck speechless,
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 753
As evening fell and the sun dipped below the horizon, the orphanage's dining hall buzzed with lively chatter. There were twenty children in all, seated around several tables, the older ones looking after the younger ones. After making sure everything was in order, Zachary made his way over to Aveline."You donโt have to leave in such a hurry," Zachary said. "You havenโt even had a chance to see the changes in Arthur Town yet. The resort villas, for example, they're already starting to take shape."Aveline smiled. "Iโll come back when I have more time," she replied. "And really, I should be thanking you for all youโve done this time. Hereโs to you."She lifted her beer with a grin, her eyes sparkling as she looked at Zachary.Zachary raised his glass in response. "There's no need to talk about gratitude. We grew up together; weโre practically family."Aveline nodded. "Youโre right. Cheers."They clinked their glasses and took a drink, the cheerful sounds of children laughing and playin
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After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1147
Jolie stirred, her eyes fluttering open in the dimly lit cabin. The sharp, handsome features of the man before her were so close that she could feel the warmth of his breath. His lips, carrying his familiar scent, gently traced hers, as if torn between waking her and letting her sleep. Her breath hitched, a brief moment of confusion washing over her. Gavin noticed and, in response, pressed a firm kiss to her lips. "Did I wake you?" "You did that on purpose," Jolie replied, her voice soft and husky from sleep. "Mm." Gavin didnโt deny it, his tone unapologetic as he leaned down to kiss her again. Still groggy, Jolie found herself caught off guard, his lips capturing hers with a growing intensity. By the time she realized what was happening, he had deepened the kiss, his tongue teasing and tangling with hers in an intoxicating rhythm. Her breath quickened, and she instinctively pushed against him. Gavin pulled back, only to trail kisses along her cheek and down her neck, his
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1146
The night air was cool, a gentle breeze slipping through the car window and lifting the strands of hair framing her face. They fluttered across her vision, briefly distracting her, yet she could still clearly see his eyes. At that moment, the unease and uncertainty stirring in her chest melted away, replaced by an inexplicable sense of calm. It felt as though there was nothing he couldnโt handle. As long as he wanted to. Jolie smiled softly and said, "Alright." When they arrived at the private airstrip, the captain came forward to exchange a few words with Gavin. Standing nearby, Jolie watched and couldnโt resist asking, "How long will you be staying?" Gavin glanced at her. "How long do you want me to stay?" The overly intimate tone of his words, spoken with such casual ease, caught her off guard. Her cheeks flushed immediatelyโespecially since there were others around to hear it. Lowering her gaze shyly, she murmured, "You can stay as long as you want." She turned he
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1145
Gavin looked at her, his gaze steady, and replied in a calm voice, "Youโve got the leverage to do it." Oh... Jolieโs heart skipped a beat, her pulse momentarily thrown off rhythm. What was this feeling? It was as if someone was spoiling her, cherishing her unconditionally. Even though it was just a simple conversation, it carried a warmth she couldnโt ignore. For a moment, she realized that what she once thought was affection and care had been nothing but an illusion. A smile unconsciously curved on her lips as her eyes lit up. "Does this mean I can walk around Larbor City like I own the place?" Gavin raised an eyebrow. "Are you a crab?" Jolie burst into laughter, her mood instantly lifted by his quick-witted remark. Her earlier irritation dissipated, replaced by lightheartedness. Whether or not he meant it, the fact that he sided with her made her happy. "Iโm full. Should we head out?" she asked, her appetite long gone after everything that had happened earlier.
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1144
The girl stared in disbelief, her hands clutching her face. "You hit me?" Jolie blinked innocently at her. "Werenโt you the one insisting I hit you earlier? I just gave you another slap to match your story. You should be used to it by now." "Jolie Quin!" Ian had reached his limit, his voice full of anger as he glared at her. "Apologize to her!" Jolie glanced at him, her expression calm but icy. "Get lost." She had thought he might be reasonable, but clearly, he was blinded by infatuation. She had no patience to deal with him any longer and turned to leave. Before she could take a step, Ian grabbed her arm roughly. "Jolie, youโre not leaving without apologizing! I donโt think Iโve ever wronged you, have I? We used to get along just fine, didnโt we?" "Let go," Jolie said, her brows knitting in disgust. She hated being touched, especially by someone she considered beneath her. Ian tightened his grip, his hand digging into her arm hard enough to cause pain. "Jolie, yo
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1143
Jolie was completely baffled, a string of question marks running through her mind. But when the girl suddenly dropped to her knees, it genuinely startled her.She quickly reached out to help her up. "Get up first. We can talk properly."Before Jolie could react, the girl grabbed her hand and slapped herself hard across the face with it.Smack!The crisp sound echoed in the quiet hallway, leaving Jolie frozen in shock."Why did you hit me?" The girl, who had just been crying like an innocent damsel in distress, now clutched her face and loudly accused her. "Ian and I are the real couple! Youโre the one coming between us. How could you hit me?"Jolie blinked, completely dumbfounded, as the girlโs voice rang out.A few passersby paused, glancing over to witness the commotion.Meanwhile, Ian, who had been waiting and wondering why his girlfriend hadnโt returned, came looking for her. The scene he walked intoโhis girlfriend on the ground, crying and accusing Jolieโmade him stride forward,
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1142
The person in the hallway glanced at her briefly but quickly looked away, as though she were a stranger. Jolieโs hand, lifted halfway to wave, stalled in mid-air.What... was that? Gavin noticed her reaction and asked in a low voice, "Whatโs wrong?" "Nothing," Jolie replied, shaking her head and brushing it off. The man outside was Ian. Pretending not to know her was probably his way of avoiding unnecessary troubleโafter all, they had already "broken up." The door to their private room shut completely, and Gavin hadnโt seen Ian or his group. He turned back to her and asked, "Do you come here often?" "Yeah," Jolie nodded. "I come here a lot with friends." So, this was one of her favorite hidden gems. The fact that she was willing to share it with him felt significant somehow. Gavin caught himself lingering on that thought and was momentarily taken aback by his own reaction. He kept his expression neutral, not letting on what had crossed his mind. The food arrived qui
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1141
The reason it wasnโt the same was simpleโher plan would fall apart if she got caught.Of course, that wasnโt something she could admit.Jolie simply said, "I just donโt want any unnecessary complications. Since youโve already arranged the flight, letโs just leave directly."Gavinโs dark eyes fixed on her for a moment, but he didnโt press the issue.It was clear she didnโt want to talk about it any further, so he let it drop.When the elevator doors opened, the two of them walked out together. A car was already waiting at the entrance. Gavin, ever the gentleman, opened the door for her.The car pulled away from Cooper Enterprises, and Gavin asked, "What do you want to eat?"Jolie, busy typing on her phone, replied, "I know a good restaurant."It was a cozy place she loved, one she often visited with her friends."Alright," Gavin replied, pulling out his phone to respond to some emails. With his work condensed into such a tight schedule, he seized every spare moment to handle it.Jolie p
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1140
Gavin suddenly recalled Wilfried's words, "That girl doesnโt even like you."Lowering his gaze slightly, Gavin pushed the thought aside without explanation, his expression remaining cool and indifferent as he watched her. After Jolie finished looking through the photos, she turned to him and asked, "Why do you have pictures of all these women?" "My father brought them over," Gavin replied. "Oh." Jolie nodded knowingly and didnโt press further. It was easy enough to figure outโthe Cooper family obviously wanted him to consider an arranged marriage, so they sent over these photos for him to choose from. She could understand that. In fact, she even helped him look through them, just in case one of these women turned out to be a good match for him. After all, their relationship wasnโt meant to last forever. When he grew tired of her and she had her fun, theyโd part ways, and everything would return to normal. As she neatly organized the photos and placed them back on the ta
After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Backย ย ย Chapter 1139
It was Jolieโs first time visiting Cooper Enterprises, and she couldnโt help but feel a sense of curiosity about the place.No, to be precise, it was her first time stepping into any corporate office. The Quin family also had company, but she had never visited, nor had Daisy or Terence ever asked her to.The private elevator for the CEO was stunningly opulent, its polished surface gleaming like a mirror, perfectly reflecting their images. Jolieโs heart began to race with an inexplicable excitement.The assistant glanced at her and said with a warm smile, "Miss Quin, thereโs no need to be nervous. Mr. Cooper will definitely be delighted to see you."Jolie nodded and replied, "Iโm not nervous."The elevator moved swiftly, and as they neared the executive office, Jolie adjusted her cap and mask, pulling them snugly to hide her face as much as possible.Meanwhile, near the adjacent employee elevator, Rosalie was holding a stack of files, ready to head downstairs.She froze the moment she s
