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CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 21: THE DINNER
The restaurant was a stark contrast to the tension I felt as I walked through the door. Dimly lit with soft jazz playing in the background, it seemed like the perfect setting for a quiet evening, but tonight it was anything but serene.Daniel was already seated when I arrived, his back straight and his gaze fixed on the window. He looked up as I approached, a smirk playing at his lips. I took my seat across from him, trying to mask the unease settling in my stomach."Emily," Daniel greeted, his voice smooth but carrying an edge. "I'm glad you could make it.""Let's just get this over with," I replied, taking a sip of water to steady my nerves.The evening began with small talk, a pretense of civility that barely masked the underlying tension. Daniel spoke about his latest business ventures, but his words seemed to be loaded with subtext. Every so often, he’d lean forward, his eyes narrowing slightly as if gauging my reaction to his carefully chosen topics.“Your company is doing quite
Last Updated : 2024-09-13CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 22: RACHEL’S MOVE
The aftermath of the dinner with Daniel left me feeling more unsettled than I’d anticipated. Rachel's unexpected appearance had been both a shock and a puzzle, adding a new layer of intrigue to an already complex situation. The following day, I couldn’t shake the feeling that things were far from over.The air in my office felt stifling as I stared at the threatening note left on my desk. It was typed, no signature, just a stark, ominous message that left no room for misinterpretation. My heart pounded as I unfolded it, each word sharp as a dagger."Stay out of this, or you’ll regret it."Rachel’s handwriting was unmistakable, even if she hadn’t signed it. The intimidation was clear; Rachel was escalating her tactics. I had no doubt she was behind this, especially given the subtle, sinister change in her demeanor during our last encounter. I could almost feel her eyes on me, calculating, waiting for the right moment to strike.My thoughts raced. Rachel’s manipulation of those around D
Last Updated : 2024-09-13CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 23: A NEW ALLY
The lingering tension from my encounter with Rachel hung heavy in the air as I sat at my desk, staring at the phone that had just rung with that cryptic message. My mind buzzed with possibilities, each one more unsettling than the last. Who could possibly want to help me take down Daniel, and why?As the evening settled, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was on the brink of something major. I glanced at the clock—7:00 PM. The unknown caller’s message had instructed me to meet at a quiet café downtown, a place I knew well from before my life had become a whirlwind of corporate battles and personal betrayals.Arriving at the café, I found a secluded booth in the back, the dim lighting providing a veil of privacy. My nerves were on edge as I scanned the room, waiting for my mysterious contact. The café was nearly empty, save for a few scattered patrons. The wait felt eternal.Finally, a figure entered—a tall, sharply dressed man with an air of confidence and purpose. His face was obscu
Last Updated : 2024-09-13CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 24: THE BETRAYAL UNVEILED
I sat at my desk, the folder Richard had given me lying open before me, the damning evidence of Daniel and Rachel’s schemes still fresh in my mind. My thoughts raced as I considered my next move. Richard’s alliance had given me an advantage, but with enemies at every turn, trust was fragile.Suddenly, a knock at my office door interrupted my thoughts. It was late—far too late for casual visitors. I tensed, my hand hovering over the drawer where I kept a small letter opener, not that it would do much against the kinds of threats I was facing.“Who is it?” I called out, trying to keep my voice steady.“It’s Sam,” came the reply, his voice hesitant. “I need to talk.”Sam. The very name sent a wave of conflicting emotions through me. After everything, I wasn’t sure I was ready to face him. I had already discovered that he had played a role in sabotaging my company, but the full extent of his betrayal had been elusive—until now.I sighed and stood, crossing the room to open the door. Sam s
Last Updated : 2024-09-14CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 25: A GROWING BOND
After the tension of Sam’s confession, the last thing I expected was to find comfort in Oliver’s presence. He had become a steadying force in the whirlwind of deception and betrayal surrounding me, and as we worked side by side, I couldn’t help but notice how naturally we fit together.His office had become something of a refuge for me, a space where I could breathe, think clearly, and strategize without the weight of uncertainty pressing down on me. We had spent the last few days going over every piece of evidence, every angle Daniel and Rachel could be playing. But today, something felt different—like the storm that had been brewing for so long had finally settled, if only for a moment.I glanced at Oliver as he leaned over the desk, his sharp eyes scanning the papers in front of him. His focus was unwavering, and I found myself watching him longer than I should have. There was something comforting in the way he carried himself—calm, confident, and, lately, more open. We had both be
Last Updated : 2024-09-14CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 26: THE REVELATION
The message from Daniel sat heavy in my hand. His words were simple—nothing overtly threatening—but I knew Daniel too well. Every text, every call, every encounter with him carried a subtext, a hidden meaning that kept me on edge. _"We need to talk. Urgently."_My stomach twisted into knots. Whatever he wanted to discuss, it was never just a conversation. There were always stakes, usually too high for me to grasp until it was too late. I stared at the message, the weight of everything between us pressing down on me, and for a moment, I considered ignoring it. But I knew that wouldn’t work. Daniel always found a way to get what he wanted.Oliver was still standing across from me, watching me closely, his brow furrowed in concern. I hadn’t told him about the message yet—I was still processing the kiss, the confusion that followed, and now this new curveball from Daniel. I felt like I was standing on quicksand, everything shifting beneath me, and I didn’t know where to place my feet."Y
Last Updated : 2024-09-14CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 27:RACHEAL’S PLOT
The dim glow of the street lights flickered as I sat in my car, Daniel’s message still lingering on my phone’s screen. My pulse was erratic, my mind swimming with the revelation from my mother’s letter. I didn’t know how to process it all—the hidden connection between her and Daniel, the warning that echoed through her words. But one thing was clear: Daniel had been pulling strings long before I ever stepped into this game.I needed to stay ahead of him.As I navigated the dark streets back to my apartment, I couldn’t shake the feeling of being watched. My paranoia had increased ever since I’d learned just how deep Daniel’s reach went. But this wasn’t just about him anymore. His assistant, Rachel, had become a looming threat too, lurking in the shadows of every conversation and scheme. Rachel had always been ambitious, but lately, there was something far more sinister about her. I could sense the cold calculation behind her eyes, the silent hunger for power. I knew she was gunning fo
Last Updated : 2024-09-15CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 28:THE SCANDAL
The sun had barely risen when my phone started buzzing uncontrollably. Groggy from a sleepless night, I reached for it, my heart pounding as the notifications flooded in. Texts, missed calls, emails—every channel of communication seemed to be on fire. I blinked in confusion, my mind slow to piece together what was happening until the words on my screen hit me like a freight train."BREAKING NEWS: Emily Carter, CEO of Carter Innovations, Accused of Corporate Espionage!"My stomach twisted into knots. It wasn’t a nightmare—it was real.I flung myself out of bed and turned on the TV, the bright glare from the screen making me squint. There it was, in bold letters flashing across every news station: "Emily Carter under investigation." Footage of me, walking out of my office, shaking hands with Oliver, attending board meetings—it all played out like I was a criminal under public trial.My hands shook as I grabbed the remote and turned up the volume, desperate to hear what they were saying
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CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 116:A Dangerous Game
The message on my phone burned into my mind, a chilling reminder of the choice I faced. I knew what I had to do. My resolve was steeled, but it wasn’t going to be enough to just oppose them. If I wanted to take them down, I would need to move cautiously and deceive them just as they’d been deceiving me all along.The idea made my skin crawl, but if playing their game was the only way to gather the evidence I needed, then so be it. I would pretend to join their twisted world, all the while gathering the ammunition to tear it apart from within.The high-profile gala buzzed with energy and power. The room was filled with the city’s elite, influential figures who kept the wheels of wealth and influence turning. The conspiracy had chosen well; events like this one allowed them to hide in plain sight, moving like shadows among those who thought they ruled the world. I could feel the weight of their eyes on me as I entered, a calculated smile on my face as I mingled, feigning interest in idl
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I sat in the quiet darkness of my apartment, Natalie’s words still ringing in my ears. The silence felt oppressive, a stark contrast to the storm raging within me. Her offer had lingered long after the call ended, haunting me with its twisted logic. Join the conspiracy. Work from the inside. Gain the power to actually make a difference. For someone like Natalie, it was simple, practical—a means to an end, detached from any trace of morality.For me, though, it was so much more complicated. I knew the devastation this organization was capable of, the ways it thrived on manipulation, fear, and outright destruction. The idea of joining them felt like betraying everything I’d fought to protect, every value that had brought me here. But as I leaned back, a darker thought crept in, one I couldn’t quite shake: What if Natalie was right? What if I was going about this all wrong? From the outside, I was just one person fighting a behemoth with endless resources. Maybe… maybe I could use those
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 114: Betrayal At The Top
I sat alone, turning the keycard over in my hands, the symbol etched into its surface now seared into my mind. Natalie—my sister, the person I’d trusted above all others—was the leader of the very conspiracy I’d dedicated my life to bringing down. Each realization tightened the ache in my chest, transforming disbelief into seething anger.How many times had she looked me in the eye, calmly listening to my theories, my fears? How many times had she feigned support, all while orchestrating everything from behind the scenes? I squeezed the keycard, its sharp edges pressing into my palm, grounding me in the raw pain of betrayal.As I replayed every interaction, every seemingly innocent gesture, a new layer of betrayal settled over me. It felt like Natalie had taken my life, turned it inside out, and reassembled it for her own twisted purposes. The depth of it left me breathless, a dizzying realization of just how profoundly I’d been deceived.I took a steadying breath, trying to find clar
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 113:unmasking the Leader
The explosion echoed in my ears as I stumbled, forcing my mind to regain focus amid the chaos. Dust hung in the air, coating every surface, but it was the shadow standing at the edge of the dimly lit room that caught my attention.She stepped forward, her face emerging from the shadows, and my heart twisted.“Natalie?” I whispered, disbelief tightening my throat.My sister’s gaze met mine with an unsettling calm, the cold, unyielding look of someone who’d made peace with betrayal long ago. “Hello, Emily,” she replied, her voice smooth, detached, and entirely too confident. “I knew you’d get this far eventually. You’ve always been tenacious. Just… misguided.”I stared at her, a thousand memories and emotions surging through me at once. “Misguided?” I demanded, the hurt and anger in my voice sounding foreign even to my own ears. “How could you do this, Natalie? You’re my sister. Family.”She tilted her head, a faint smirk touching her lips. “You still think family is sacred?” Her laugh
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The darkness pressed down around us like a suffocating weight. The only light came from the faint glow of the emergency exit sign, casting eerie shadows across the room. My pulse hammered in my ears as Claire cursed under her breath and Ethan flicked his flashlight on, illuminating Lucas’s pale face. “They’ve locked us out,” Claire whispered. “The system’s down. They knew we were here.”“Of course they did.” I muttered, more to myself than anyone else. It was their game—we were just pawns on a board they controlled from the start. Ethan stepped closer, his sharp blue eyes scanning the hallway beyond the door. “We need to move. Now.”“Wait,” I said, turning to Lucas. “Before we go any further, I need more answers. If I’m going to take down this leader, I need to know where to start.”Lucas swallowed, his gaze flickering to the darkened screens, frustration etched into every line on his face. He looked like a man who’d spent years trapped in the shadows, only to find himself running
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We moved quickly through the twisting hallways, following Claire’s lead. The control room was within reach, yet every step felt heavier as if the air itself were thick with danger. Ethan kept close, his sharp eyes scanning the surroundings. The tension between us all was palpable—mistrust still lingered, despite Claire’s sudden defection to our side. We rounded a final corner, ducking beneath hanging cables and debris, until Claire stopped in front of a metal door. She pressed her ear against it briefly, then motioned for us to follow her inside. “This is it,” Claire whispered. “We’ll be safe for a little while.”The room we entered was dimly lit, filled with computer monitors displaying surveillance feeds, encrypted data streams, and maps marked with enemy movements. But what struck me most was the figure waiting inside—a slender man in his late forties, wearing a frayed suit jacket, his glasses perched precariously on his nose. I knew this man.“Dr. Lucas?” I gasped. “What the hel
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 110: The Counterattack
Darkness enveloped me like a suffocating shroud, pulling me deeper into its abyss. But just as I thought I was lost, an insistent beeping tore through the silence, pulling me back to consciousness. My eyes fluttered open, the harsh fluorescent lights above piercing through my haze. Pain radiated from my shoulder, sharp and searing, reminding me of Marcus and his betrayal. I tried to sit up, but a heavyweight pinned me down.“Easy there, Emily,” a familiar voice murmured softly. I turned my head and found Oliver hovering beside me, his expression a mix of relief and concern. “You’re safe now.”“Safe?” I croaked, the word feeling foreign against my tongue. I glanced around, taking in my surroundings. I was in a small, dimly lit room, the walls lined with crates and makeshift barricades. The faint sounds of chaos echoed outside—yelling, gunfire, and the unmistakable sound of destruction.“What happened?” I demanded, my heart racing. The adrenaline surged, urging me to push through the pa
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 109: Turning the Tables
The heavy door slammed shut behind Marcus, the echo reverberating in the cold room as adrenaline coursed through my veins. My mind raced, trying to absorb everything that had just happened. The woman’s revelation hung in the air like a beacon of hope, but I couldn’t dwell on it; I needed a plan. I had to escape.I leaned forward in my chair, testing the tightness of the ropes binding my wrists. If I could just shift a little… The chair creaked as I strained against the bonds, feeling the fibers begin to loosen. My heart pounded in time with the ticking clock on the wall, each tick a reminder that time was running out.Suddenly, I heard footsteps approaching. The moment of truth was here. I closed my eyes, focusing on my breathing, readying myself for whatever came next. The door opened, and one of Marcus's henchmen stepped in, a sneer plastered across his face.“Well, well, look who we have here. Still think you’re tough?” he taunted, stepping closer. This was it.As he leaned down to
