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BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Bad News
About what seemed like half an hour later, Leonardo and Hayley eventually returned inside the house, with Hayley still crying silently and profusely. Pangs of guilt tugged at her heartstrings, eliciting more tears from her eyes and making it more difficult for her to forgive herself for what she had done. Each time she replayed the last look Adrian gave her before he exited the compound, Hayley wished the ground could open up and swallow her.As Leonardo sat her down on the couch in the living room, her mind was still in oblivion. "Mi reina," Leonardo's soft and concerned voice broke through Hayley's thoughts, causing her to shudder as she slowly looked at him in response, her face tear-stained and her eyes puffy.Leonardo felt broken as he sat beside her on the couch, tugging her loosed strands of hair behind her ear. He reassured her. "It's going to be alright, mi reina. He'll come around. It just takes time. You have to be patient. Please, stop crying. It breaks my heart to see yo
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! "You have stepped on a Tigress's tail,"
Leonardo and Hayley arrived at the hospital parking lot, where Adrian was admitted.They unfastened their seatbelts and as they made to step out, Hayley halted Leonardo. "No, please. You can't come with me. You can't come at all." She stated, shaking her head as Leonardo turned to her, taking in her unpleasant features. Hayley's eyes were puffy red and her hair was slightly disheveled, loosely tied in a ponytail. She hadn't had the time to bathe before leaving as she had rushed to the hospital nearly twenty minutes later after they watched the news at home.Leonardo's tone and expression were filled with worry as he replied, his eyes locked on hers. "Are you sure, baby? I don't think you can handle them on your own. Let me come with you." He said imploringly, but deep down, he knew Hayley was right. He couldn't follow her in, nor could he even pay Adrian a visit as a friend, knowing he was part of the cause of his accident. Regardless, he wanted to be there for Hayley. He understood t
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! 'An eye for an eye'
'Fraternal Twin?'A wave of disbelief washed over Hayley as she struggled to grasp Clara's revelation. What did she even mean by that? Adrian had a twin? This was news to her. How could she have been unaware of this? Adrian had never mentioned having a sibling. What was going on?Her mind raced, filled with a torrent of unanswered questions, while tears streamed down her face. "W-what? I don’t understand," Hayley stammered, her gaze searching Clara's for clarity.Clara scoffed, amusement dancing in her eyes as she shook her head. "I bet you didn't see this coming... You should leave now, Nina. Just go. No one wants you here. Return to your ex. The nerve you have to show up after what you’ve done."More tears flowed down Hayley’s cheeks as she absorbed Clara's harsh remarks. She attempted to respond, "I-I’m sorry," but Clara cut her off."Just go. Go!" Clara insisted. Yet, Hayley hesitated; she couldn’t bring herself to leave in such a state.Suddenly, their moment was disrupted when a
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Another bad news
His concentration was disrupted by the ringtone of his phone. With one glance at the screen, anxiety washed over Leonardo as he saw the caller ID.It was his sister, Laura. The young lady never called Leonardo unless she had something important to discuss. What could be the problem? Leonardo knew he couldn't handle family matters and Hayley's situation at the same time so he resolved to ignore the first call. However, Laura's calls remained persistent and she refused to back down until she was answered by him.Exasperated, he accepted the call and greeted her, trying to keep his tone steady despite his frustration. "Hello, Laura? How are you?"He immediately noticed her uneven, strained breaths, heightening his unease as she hesitated before responding."Brother... It’s Mom, Mom, and Grandpa."Leonardo's heart raced, his brow furrowing as he sensed Laura's distress. "What’s wrong? What’s happened to them?" he demanded, concern lacing his voice.Laura's voice trembled, tears evident as
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Goodbyes
"Mi reina, are you sure you're going to be alright?" Leonardo worriedly asked Hayley as he sat beside her on the king-sized bed in his room. He added, his hand resting on her hair affectionately. "I won't leave if you don't want me to." Hayley's weakened eyes wandered to his, and she gently grasped his hand by her face. "I'll be fine, Leonardo. I promise,""Are you sure, baby? I'd prefer it if you came along with me to Clasold City. I don't know what I'd do if history repeated itself. I'm worried for your safety..." He replied anxiously, referring to what had transpired at the hospital two days ago.Leonardo had raged two days prior when he saw the bruises on Hayley's face, inflicted by Adrian's sister, Cassidy. He had wanted to press charges and throw her in jail, but Hayley begged him not to. Despite his several attempts to make them pay for what they did to Hayley, Hayley refused to let him carry out any actions as she was acutely aware it would only escalate things. Leonardo didn'
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! The Call 3
Hayley continued staring at the device in her hand, still reeling from the surprise that it was her best friend who had finally decided to reach out after months of anticipating her call_Emily. Hayley glanced around her surroundings before quickly scurrying inside with Daisy as her phone continued to ring, her insides bubbling with excitement. Once inside the house, Daisy released herself from her mother's hold and scampered away as Hayley made to answer the call.She let out a heavy sigh, waves of excitement and elation washing over her as she finally accepted it, speaking into the device almost immediately. "Oh my goodness, Em. Finally! Where the hell have you been? How are you?" Hayley asked eagerly, settling in the plush sofa in the living room. A smile was etched across her face as she held the phone against her ear, anticipating Emily's response. With the same enthusiasm, Emily reciprocated Hayley's greetings. "Hayley, babes. I'm good, how are you? You have no idea how much I'
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Revenge scheme
"W- what?" Hayley exclaimed in disbelief, still reeling from the shocking revelation. She blinked severally, grappling with the reality of the news. Her heart clenched and unclenched at nothing as she confronted Leonardo's alleged betrayal. What Emily had just revealed to her somehow made sense. What if that were the truth? Had Leonardo been deceiving all this while? Why did he lie about Lilian? What the fuck was going on? Hayley's mind raced with these conflicting thoughts. She wracked her brain for answers but couldn't find any. In no time, an emotion began to stir within her_ Anger!As if sensing her thoughts, Emily started again with a question, drawing Hayley back into the conversation. "So what's it going to be, Hayley? Still want to invest in your relationship with that liar, manipulator and cheat, or you want to seek your revenge against him? Tell me!"**Alison Forbes walked past the hospital entrance, heading towards Adrian's ward. She felt downtrodden as she approached the r
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Meeting with Grandfather Anderson
"Straight to the hospital, Scott. I need to be there ASAP," Leonardo ordered his aid after getting into the back seat. He had just arrived at the airport in Clasold City."Sure, boss." Toni Scott nodded eagerly as he started the ignition, revving the car to life.As they made their way out of the lot, Leonardo felt an unsettling emotion stir within him as he contemplated the situation at hand. Both his mother and grandfather were ill and in the hospital. He couldn't help but ask."Toni, what really happened to Grandpa and Mother? Should I be worried?" Toni's gaze focused on the road, he replied. "About Grandpa, yes boss. But Mother, not really. She's fine now."Leonardo's brows creased in confusion. "Huh? What do you mean?" "No offense, boss but I think Mother just wanted you to come back home." He chuckled softly afterward.A sudden realization dawned on Leonardo and he shook his head in disbelief. "My goodness, that woman." He scoffed, referring to Dana. She would do anything just
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BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! What goes around, comes around 2
ONE MONTH LATER.[Court in Session.]"With this compelling evidence provided, I find it incumbent that you both witness the insides of a prison cell for fifty years, Mrs. Wendy Forbes and Miss Lillian Lopez. You both are hereby sentenced to fifty years in prison, for the crimes of attempted murder and kidnapping. Sentence to be executed immediately," The prosecutor and judge delivered the verdict, her tone unwavering. She was a ruthless prosecutor, one who had zero tolerance for convicts. As the prosecutor, Alexa McKanne made to return to her seat, she halted in her tracks as a shrill noise pierced through the courtroom."Nooo!!" Lilian emitted a heart-wrenching cry, her sharp voice reverberating throughout the courtroom and catching the attention of everyone present.The gathering erupted in murmurs, prompting the judge to call for silence.Meanwhile, Hayley, who was seated next to Leonardo across from Lillian and Wendy, caught Lillian's glare filled with contempt. Despite the palpab
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Lovers 2
A brief wave of disbelief washed over Leonardo as he stared at Hayley in astonishment. "What?" he blurted out absentmindedly, a hint of excitement seeping into his voice.Hayley felt a blush rise to her cheeks as she observed his reaction, realizing this was the first time she had seen his response to her pregnancy news."Are you serious, baby?" Leonardo asked, his eagerness palpable as his gaze shifted to Hayley's abdomen, contemplating whether she was teasing him or if she truly meant it.A genuine smile spread across Hayley's face as she rolled her eyes at his question. "Yeah, duh...""Mi reina!" Leonardo exclaimed, a surge of pure excitement bubbling within him. He could hardly fathom it. His joy was boundless as he reached for Hayley's hand, holding it gently.Hayley reveled in his excitement, her eyes filled with affection as he began to speak."Hayley Forbes..."She interrupted him, shaking her head playfully. "No, it’s Nina or Hazel now. I can't go by that name anymore, Leona
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Lovers
Hayley hurried with overwhelming joy and excitement toward Leonardo's room, with Daisy beside her. Her elation was palpable as she realized that Leonardo was awake; she could hardly contain her eagerness to see him. At the same time, Leonardo engaged in conversation with his brother, Lorenzo, who had remained by his side since the women had departed an hour earlier following his awakening. Leonardo had undoubtedly been taken aback to see his family upon waking. However, his initial surprise gradually shifted to confusion when he noticed the absence of both his woman and daughter. However, they had reassured him that Hayley had stepped out briefly and would return shortly, while Daisy was in another room with Rosalie and Emily. With this information, his anxious heart began to settle as he accepted their reassuring words. After a further thirty minutes had elapsed without Hayley's return, Leonardo's concern began to intensify. Unable to contain himself, he called out to Lorenzo, who
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Joyful moment
.Hayley returned to the hospital after delivering the lawsuit documents to the wardress at Wendy's prison. Approximately an hour prior, the prosecutor, Alexa, who was overseeing Hayley's case, had provided her with the papers following their meeting. Hayley then drove to the prison, where Wendy and Lillian were incarcerated, and handed the documents to the wardress, choosing not to visit any of them. That was the least of her concerns; her only interest in seeing them was during the court proceedings, where the judge would render his final decision. With a sigh of frustration, Hayley pulled herself back to the present as she made a right turn onto the highway, heading towards the hospital. She recalled that the love of her life remained unconscious when she left earlier, and a wave of anxiety washed over her as she wondered if he had awakened from the coma. Thoughts of Leonardo tightened around her heart, causing her anguish. Hayley eventually regained composure as she caught sight
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Karma 2
Wendy collapsed on the ground, her head buried in her palms as she absorbed the news of Alison's sudden accident. It hit her like a thunderbolt, shattering her heart into pieces. Her daughter had been involved in an accident and according to what the wardress had mentioned, Alison had also fallen in a coma after the incident. Wendy swallowed, her face flooded with tears. Her heart ached painfully as she grappled with the reality. How could this be? How did this happen? She felt a pang of guilt constrict her heart tightly, knowing she was mostly responsible for the unfortunate circumstance that had befallen her daughter. If she hadn't gotten herself in trouble in the first place, none of this would have happened. With that, her cries intensified as she remained on the ground. "I'm very sorry, ma'am," The wardress tried to sympathize, her tone laden with pity. But that did little to console Wendy, whose thoughts were all over the place. Meanwhile, Lillian had also been shocked upon he
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Karma
"What are you saying? He has a guardian! You can't take that action."Lillian's heart raced with anxiety as she absorbed the unsettling information relayed to her over the phone. Despite her efforts to maintain her composure, her hand trembled slightly as it pressed the receiver to her ear. Beads of sweat began to form on her temples, and her anger flared as the caller finished her statement.Her grip on the phone tightened, and Lillian shot back, her frustration palpable. "What do you mean by that? You can't do that! He has a mother! I am his mother!"She fell silent as the caller replied, a response that clearly unsettled her. Lillian started again. "Listen, you cannot do this to me. Ethan is my son. I’ll be out of here very soon. Just be patient, please." Lillian pleaded, a tear streaming down her cheek that she quickly brushed away.She listened closely to the caller's words until the line beeped, indicating the call had ended.Her heart shattered, and fresh tears flowed down her
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! All caught
Hayley headed out of the hospital as soon as she received the news about Freya's capture. Right after Lillian was apprehended, she had instructed an officer of the law to discreetly conduct a search for Freya, ensuring that she returned to the city in one piece so she could serve her fair punishment for her actions. Hayley was quite surprised by the speed of the development, however, that was the least of her concerns at that moment. A blend of satisfaction and annoyance brimmed within her as she headed out to the awaiting car, parked in the hospital lot. She had nearly forgotten Emily was trailing behind her until Emily's voice sailed into her ears, pulling Hayley from her thoughts. "Where are you going, Hayley? Who was it on the phone?" Emily pressed, her tone filled with concern. Realizing she hadn't shared the news with her, Hayley stopped midway and turned to Emily in an attempt to placate her confusion. "I'll be right back, Em. I need you to stay behind and watch my mother a
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Beautiful friendship
Hayley made her way to the restroom section of the hospital and leaned against the door once she stepped inside. Her heart raced, stirred by memories of her confrontation with Clara.Painful tears stung her eyes despite her efforts to remain composed and resolute. She felt she didn't deserve to cry. If anyone ought to shed tears, it should be Clara, not herself. She hadn't done anything wrong.With this resolve, Hayley sniffled back her emotions, wiping away her tears with the back of her hand before heading towards the sink to wash her face. She stared at her reflection in the mirror afterward, her chest heaving. She drew in a deep breath and exhaled before further questioning herself if she had been too harsh on Clara or if she truly deserved what she got from her. Her thoughts were disrupted as the door to the bathroom swung open, startling Hayley. Without moving an inch, Hayley caught a glimpse of the person who had just walked in through the mirror and saw it was Emily."Hey, ar
BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: Ex-wife wants revenge! Regret and remorse
Meanwhile, Clara watched in silence as she absorbed the affectionate scene unfolding before her. Occasionally, her gaze would trail from the newfound couple to Hayley, who watched with enthusiasm and joy. Clara felt her heart pricked painfully, once again remembering that she and Hayley were no longer friends. And it was all her fault. She literally betrayed Hayley. Abandoned her when she needed her the most and turned her back to her in her times of trial and peril. She wondered if Hayley was ever going to forgive her for her actions.Sure, she had only acted out because she didn't like the way Hayley's deception affected Adrian. But recognizing Hayley's other predicament with Wendy and Lillian, she had now come to understand why Hayley had lied to them about her identity in the first place. She was obviously running from something and just didn't want to get entangled with her past again. It was unfortunate that Leonardo had just shown up to thwart those plans of Hayley.Reflecting
