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Chapter 81 — Words of Determination
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2025-03-04 22:32:06
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After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 82 — Just Let Me In
Victor's POV"Maybe you should consider remarrying, Victor." My mother suggested not-so-subtlety. "It's about time you found yourself a woman who was actually worthy of you. Really! I have no idea what you even saw in that Emelia woman."I'd only been home for ten minutes, and my mother was already lecturing me on moving on and trying to find another wife.After having to clean up Lily's mess and narrowly securing her spot in Ezra's competition, the last thing I wanted to hear was her criticism of Emelia.Seeing Em again today… Her indifference, her coldness towards me and Lily… It was like looking at a whole different person."Victor!" My mother called for me. Her eyebrows were scrunched together. "Are you even listening to me?"I shook my head. "Sorry… Today's been a busy day, and I've had a lot on my mind.""Well, I'm sorry, son, but I'm going to need you to get it together!" She placed her hands on her hips. "The investors are starting to get worried because of this whole fiasco wi
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-09After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 83 — Running Away
Emelia's POV"Alexis?" I called out as soon as I opened the door to her house. My voice was slightly panicked given how she called me earlier, but I tried to conceal it as much as I could. "I'm home! Is everything okay?"Something about her home felt off, and it made me feel uneasy. There was a stillness that hung in the air; a type of dread. Like I was walking into bad news that was waiting to be delivered.When Alexis didn't answer me, it was getting harder to conceal my panic, as I climbed the stairs to get to her bedroom. Once I reached her door, I hesitated.I then took a deep breath and knocked a few times. "Alexis?"The door opened slowly and cautiously, almost as if Alexis was scared of who would be on the other side, despite hearing my voice. When we made eye contact, she let out her own sigh of relief before letting me in completely.For the lack of better words, Alexis looked horrible. She looked like she hadn't slept in days, and her hair was also unkempt and messy. There w
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-10After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 84 — Talk of the Town
Emelia's POVThe days after Alexis had left were too quiet and lonely. After having gotten used to her loud and vibrant personality brightening my days, now it just felt so cold and gray without her.I missed my best friend so much.Luckily, she found the time to call me, so I had both her new number and new address."I'll call you once I'm finally settled." Alexis had said to me earlier today. Her voice felt more round and sure, and full of hope.I smiled bittersweetly, hating that she was going through this alone. "Are you sure there isn't anything I can do to help?""You're doing enough by picking up my calls and answering my texts. I think I'll be okay.""Well... You know I'm a phone call away. No matter what you need, whenever you need me.""You're the best, Em."I could feel her smile through the phone as I smiled back, hoping she would feel mine, too. "I know."Days of routine turned into weeks, and I somewhat learned to navigate through my sadness and grief on my own. After all
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-12After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 85 — Fighting Back
Emelia's POV"Plagiarism?" I repeated the words out loud. "That can't be! My work is 100% mine, and I would never take credit for something I didn't do.""I want to believe you, sweetie, but the evidence that's been submitted has been too hard to ignore. Not to mention, reporters have somehow gotten wind of all this, even though this was supposed to be an internal investigation." Lady Ruby sighed."But I don't understand!" I had to hold back my tears. "I would never do something like that and risk my career. What's happening to me is nothing but a smear campaign!"I paused to catch my breath before asking. "Who came forward? Who thought I "stole" their work?""I can't tell you that." Lady Ruby stated, although reluctant. "When it comes to accusations like these, we take the privacy of all parties seriously until the matter is resolved.""Privacy…" I scoffed."I know, I know… I'm not exactly happy about this either." Lady Ruby clicked her tongue. "I'll be forced to give a public speech
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-13After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 86 — Power Play
Emelia's POVThe man before me looked like Mason, but something about him was different.The deep blue suit that clung to his broad shoulders and muscles had wealth and power in each threading of fabric. His short, dark hair was slicked back, which caused his chiseled features to appear more prominent.As Mason strutted his way towards me, each step he took kept everyone's eyes on him—including mine.This wasn't the look and aura of an ordinary director.No, this was the energy of someone in power; a leader.Mason took his place next to me and gave me a boyish, teasing grin. "I told you to call me if things got out of hand, remember?""What are you doing here?" I was at a loss for words. "You don't want to drag yourself into this nonsense. I can handle it by myself.""I don't doubt that you can, but just because you can, doesn't mean you should." His words were gentle and firm. "I can help you if you'd just let me."I was only apprehensive because I wanted to be able to achieve my goal
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-14After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 87 — Signature of Truth
Emelia's POVAs the crowd of reporters were blocked off by Mason's security guards, it opened an opportunity for both Lily and Victor to approach me and Mason.Lily's face was contorted in disbelief. Anger flashed in her eyes, but whatever words she wanted to spew were stuck in her throat.Good. I certainly didn't have the patience to deal with her temper tantrums on top of what she was already putting me through with this stupid scandal.As for Victor, his eyes had darkened. His sharp features felt cold, like winter had frozen over his facade. He took a step forward towards Mason, but was still wise enough to keep his distance since his guards were still close by."Why?" Victor's tone was low. Even just that one word reverberated with a seething anger. "Why are you here now?""What do you mean?" On the contrary, Mason's tone was lighthearted and borderline cocky. "What kind of friend would I be if I stood by and watched a friend be the target of a slander campaign?""Cut the shit, Mas
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-17After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 88 — An Honest Design
Emelia's POV"You know what's funny? I'm not even remotely surprised that you did this. I think what I'm baffled about most is how you even got my design, copied it, and placed it back without me noticing." I raised my brow at her.""Obviously this was before I quit Victor's company…" I mused. "There was one time I may have left my papers in my desk drawer, but I always lock my office doors…"As I stood there speculating how Lily could've possibly obtained a copy of my work, the rest of the room had gotten quiet. Shocked eyes bounced from me to Lily; all while trying to make sense of what I'd said."H-how can we be so sure?!" Lily cried in a last ditch effort to save face. "Those just look like regular lines! Those can't be your initials! They could just be random marks!"I scoffed. "You don't think I don't know my own work? I've ALWAYS put my signature in my design drafts—they're purposely drawn so it's not noticeable to any passing glance. You have to look for it."I picked up my oth
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-19After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 89 — Holding On For Life
Emelia's POV"You're such a conniving bitch!" Lily screeched as she took angry steps towards me. "How can you be so hell-bent on ruining my life?!"Mason stepped in front of me, acting as my shield. "Watch your mouth, Miss Lily." His tone was cold and had an edge to it I hadn't heard before. "Don't think I'll let you get away with disrespecting Emelia as you've done before. I won't be as forgiving."That just made Lily even angrier as her expression mirrored that of a feral animal ready to pounce on her prey. A baffled laugh escaped her lips for just a moment before her eyes locked on me."First Victor, and now him? Just how many men do you have wrapped around your finger, huh? Have you no shame? How long has that been going on?" Lily motioned between the two of us.I stepped out from Mason's protective stance between Lily and I and approached her myself. "You've got a lot of damn nerve to accuse me of anything!""You want to talk about me being conniving after everything you've done?!
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-20
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After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 101 — A Pillar of Support
Emelia's POV"Italy?" Alexis stared at me blankly for a few seconds. Then, the interrogation started. "Wait, wait—you're going overseas? When? Soon? Tomorrow? Because of what's happening with Victor? Why did she invite you to Italy?"I spent the next hour explaining everything that happened. It was then that I realized that I never even told her about what happened with the whole plagiarism scandal.The conversation was heavy and charged. I had to relive the embarrassment of the whole paparazzi ganging up on me, being put on blast on television, and having my whole career scrutinized.Not to mention Lily trying to attack me, her whole pregnancy scare, and now her engagement to Victor.Alexis stared at me for a few minutes as my words and heart finally decided to settle. Different emotions flashed through her eyes, as she tried to make sense of everything I'd dumped onto her.After a few tense minutes, she finally spoke up. "So, all of this is to say that you're the one leaving this tim
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 100 — A Made Decision
Emelia's POVIt was another day of sitting idly by my window and staring at photos of potential properties in Italy; from seaside condos, to lovely villas in the countryside. Over the past few days, I hadn't gotten any closer to making a decision on Lady Ruby's offer.It was on my mind constantly.But I was still caught up in the sentimentality of this place, despite wanting so badly to start fresh. This was a dream offer—a once in a lifetime opportunity. Even though I knew it'd be a stupid decision to turn down something like this, there was something in my heart that was anchoring me to this place.This place that caused me so much pain…I sighed and closed my laptop. My mind was still a muddied mess, especially after my encounter with Victor from a few days ago.Which I hadn't stopped thinking about, unfortunately. For whatever reason, my sleeping consciousness seemed to mirror Victor's hopefulness.But there was one thing I was still caught up on."I wish it was as simple as letti
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 99 — Against My Will
Victor's POV"I did it for your own good" My mother cried. "You weren't taking things seriously, so I had to put my foot down! You made a promise to take care of Lily through it all—how is this any different, huh?"To take my promise from all those years ago and to weaponize it against my autonomy and free-will almost sent me over the edge.I thought I was numb from all the frustrations and grief of the divorce and losing my child with Emelia… But damn if this betrayal from my mother didn't slice me open again and leave another wound for me to tend later.How could she do this to me? Were parents not supposed to look out in the best interest of their child? Could she not see how selfish she was in only considering Lily's feelings?As those thoughts came to my mind, it hit me then.Everything that was happening to me, I'd done to Emelia. All the betrayal and the hurt I was experiencing, she'd experienced at my hands.That revelation nearly broke me in two.How the hell could I have bee
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 98 — The String Puller
Victor's POVLily started the rumor.She was the one that LIED to the world about me being her fiancé.She betrayed me.Why? Why was she doing this? We never agreed to this!It didn't matter how I felt for her in the past; if I wanted to marry her, I would've asked!As those thoughts materialized in my mind, a lightbulb in my head went off. It was like I'd reached a realization of something that should've been so obvious.Lily wasn't the woman I wanted to marry. As much as I cared for her, and would do anything for her, she wasn't the one who I made my promises to.The thought of promising my life to someone else… Something about it made my heart ache, like someone was squeezing it with all their might.What was this feeling? Why was it so overwhelming?I shook the thoughts away, knowing that if I dwelled too long, I would've suffocated under its weight."Victor!" Rosalie's voice finally cut through the deep fog that was still clouding my mind."I'm sorry, I'm sorry…" I took a sharp in
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 97 — Behind the Rumors
Victor's POV"What the hell is this?!" My voice boomed within the workspace. The speculating whispers and chitter chatter halted, and everything and everyone froze. "Is this some kind of joke?!"My gaze burned into the eyes of those who dared to meet mine. No one had an answer; many of them looked away under the weight of my fury. They were all quiet, and perhaps they truly had no idea what this was supposed to be. But I didn't care. I wasn't looking to spare anyone with how much of a horrible mood I'd been in for the past few days—hell, more like a little over a month at this point.My heart was torn to pieces with the loss of my child and the divorce.I didn't want to remarry!I didn't want to claim a child I had no recollection of even conceiving!No one was taking my thoughts and feelings into consideration, which pissed me off even more! I'm considered one of the wealthiest CEOs in this region. So why in the hell was I being coerced into doing things I didn't want to do?No one i
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 96 — Unexpected Engagement
Victor's POVFor the last three days, I'd banished myself from my home and lived within the confines of my office. It made me grateful that I took the contractor's consideration into renovating a small, bachelor's penthouse in the space above my office when he'd offered it.It seemed like he knew a thing or two about needing to escape one's house from time to time.Over the course of those few days of respite, I hadn't responded to a single message my mother or Lily sent me. A part of me knew it was unfair to treat them like this, but I truly couldn't bring myself to care.My mind and heart were caught up in a storm, and I couldn't see a way to save myself from the damage it was inflicting. There was no making a rational decision when there was only one thing—one person—I could think about.And she wanted nothing to do with me.To prevent myself and my mind from spiraling again, I decided to drown myself in as much work as I could. Especially since there were still matters of the plagi
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 95 — Thoughts of Her
Victor's POVThe full moon hung high and bright in the night sky tonight, but not even its soft light could penetrate the darkness in my mind. I took another swig of alcohol, hoping its bitterness would distract me from my thoughts, but even that was a useless attempt. Ever since Emelia told me to leave, I’d been clinging on to the way her voice sounded; to the image of her brown hair falling in waves past her shoulders; and how the scent of her vanilla-strawberry fragrance lingered onto my clothing when she’d grabbed me by the collar. She may have sent me away, but I wanted nothing more than to see her again, and to hear her voice. I even toyed with the idea of showing up at her doorstep on my knees. But what could I possibly say to her now? What more could I do to convince her to let me back in, even if it was just for a little while? I’d secluded myself in my room for the last few hours after my mother had been relentlessly pestering me about marriage. It was all she ever spoke
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 94 — A Dream Offer
Emelia's POV"I'll call you back later, okay?" I spoke in a rushed tone. As much as I didn't want to end this conversation between Alexis and I, I needed to see what Lady Ruby had to say. Especially after everything that happened."Okay, but don't keep me in suspense for too long!""Trust me; the cliffhanger will be worth the wait!"I hung up on Alexis and immediately picked up Lady Ruby's call."I'm sorry," I said almost immediately. "I was on the phone with a friend of mine. I hope I didn't keep you waiting for too long."No, not at all. Is now not a good time?""I'm free to talk!" I said a little too quickly. "Is everything okay?"There was a moment of hesitation before Lady Ruby spoke up again. "I know it's rather late, but are you free right now? I feel as though this is something we may need to discuss in person."Something about that statement made me feel uneasy, but I knew it had to be something of importance if she was asking to see me so late. I looked up at the clock and sa
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 93 — Catching Up
Emelia's POVMy encounter with Victor was exhausting; the weight of the words spoken weighing down my shoulders like a boulder. As soon as my head hit the pillow, sleep claimed me just as fast.If I wasn't reliving the nightmare of losing my child, then I wasn't dreaming. Oftentimes, I found relief in the black of nothingness.But this dream was still nothing short of a nightmare. Just in the way I wasn't expecting.It took me back to the days before Lily came back into the picture—when Victor and I were happy.Stolen kisses in the breakroom when no one else was around.Late dinners if one of us ended up staying late for work.Doing chores in our underwear, dancing to whatever music was playing.Sunbathing under the summer sun at our beach house.It was a nightmare of what used to be; of what could've been had Lily not come back and ruined things. It broke my heart even more to think about how Victor wasn't happy during any of it.I watched the memories unfold before me like it was a m
