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Chapter 48: THE RANSOM
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CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 49:A RACE AGAINST TIME
The moment Mikey was pulled from Rachel’s grasp and into the arms of her henchman, my heart raced with hope and fear. Every second felt like an eternity. I had played my cards carefully, but I was still operating on blind faith—the docks, the message, the looming uncertainty. Was I making the right call, or leading myself straight into another of Rachel’s traps?As Mikey was led out of the warehouse, I kept my eyes glued to him. His small body slumped in exhaustion, his clothes tattered and dirty, but at least he was walking. He was alive. "Now, Emily, the contract," Rachel’s cold voice snapped me back to the present. I held the pen in my hand, feeling the weight of the paper beneath it. My mind screamed at me to stall, to keep her focused just a few minutes longer. I couldn’t sign over everything—not now, not after I had come this far. The message in my pocket was a lifeline, a chance I couldn’t ignore."Oliver," I called quietly, barely daring to glance his way, "we have to move n
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 50: THE CONFRONTATION
The cold air at the docks was thick with tension, and every nerve in my body felt like a coiled spring. We had come here looking for answers, for Mikey, but instead, we’d found nothing but darkness. I clenched my fists, trying to stay calm, but my heart wouldn’t stop racing. “Emily, we need to regroup,” Oliver urged from beside me, his voice barely above a whisper. He was right—we had no clue where Rachel had taken Mikey, and being out here in the open made us vulnerable. Still, I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was about to happen. My instincts were screaming at me that Rachel was close, lurking in the shadows.Suddenly, the sound of footsteps echoed from behind one of the containers. I turned sharply, my breath catching in my throat. Emerging from the shadows was Rachel, her silhouette framed against the distant lights of the city. She walked with the same air of superiority she always had, her expression smug as if she already knew she had won. Behind her were two of her
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 51: THE RESCUE
The tension hung in the air like a thick fog, wrapping around my throat and making it hard to breathe. The dock was dimly lit, casting long, dark shadows on the cold ground as Lucas stepped forward. Rachel’s face twisted into something sinister—her shock melting into fury."You think you can betray me, Lucas? You’re going to regret this!" Rachel spat, her voice shaking with venom.But Lucas didn’t flinch. His gaze was steady, unwavering as he faced her down. "This was never about you, Rachel. And it’s over. You’ve crossed too many lines."I wanted to believe him, to think that we were finally getting the upper hand. But I couldn’t shake the fear gnawing at my chest. Mikey was still out there—still in danger. Every second that ticked by felt like a countdown to something worse. "Where is Mikey?" I demanded, stepping forward, my voice shaking with a mix of anger and desperation. "You promised his safety. Where is he, Rachel?"She tilted her head, that cruel smile still playing on her l
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 52: THE FALLOUT
The morning light poured through the windows of my office, casting long shadows on the polished hardwood floor. I stared out at the city skyline, trying to steady my racing thoughts, but the knot of anxiety in my stomach only tightened. I hadn’t slept since rescuing Mikey, my mind consumed by what Rachel would do next. She had escaped, and I knew she wasn’t done with me yet.But even with her gone, her damage remained. I heard the knock before I saw Oliver enter the room. His face was grim, the tight lines of stress etched deeper than I’d ever seen. That wasn’t a good sign. My heart skipped a beat as he approached, holding a folder in his hand."Emily," he said, his voice low and cautious. "You need to see this."I took the folder from him, opening it with a sense of dread. As I scanned the documents, my worst fears were confirmed. It was all there—stock reports, financial projections, and the damage Rachel had inflicted on my company over the last few weeks. Contracts had been sabot
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 53: VICTORIA’S PROPOSAL
I sat at my desk, staring at the door where Victoria had just left. Her presence lingered like a storm cloud, filling the room with a heaviness I couldn’t shake. My mind raced, replaying every word she’d said, every calculated glance she’d thrown my way.Victoria Langston, Daniel’s sister. The only member of that twisted family who had managed to stay out of the spotlight. And now she wanted to help me? No, not help—she wanted to make a deal.I couldn’t trust her. But then again, I couldn’t ignore her either."Emily," Oliver's voice snapped me out of my thoughts. He was still standing by the window, watching me carefully. "What do you make of all this? You know Victoria’s got her own agenda."I nodded slowly, still processing everything. "She does. But so does everyone else in this game. Rachel, Daniel, even the board—they’re all playing their own hands. The difference is... Victoria’s the only one offering me a way out."Oliver crossed his arms, his brow furrowed in concern. "But at
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 54:A FRAGILE ALLIANCE
I stared at Victoria across the dimly lit restaurant, my fingers wrapped tightly around the stem of my wine glass. Her offer hung in the air between us, suffocating in its complexity. Could I really trust her? Every instinct told me to be cautious, to tread lightly, but I had already walked into the lion's den, and there was no turning back now."Alright," I said slowly, the weight of my decision pressing down on me. "We’ll do this. But let’s be clear—this is a partnership. I’m not some pawn you can use and discard when it’s convenient for you."Victoria’s lips curled into a thin smile, her sharp eyes gleaming with approval. "Of course, Emily. I wouldn’t dream of treating you as anything less than an equal in this endeavor." Her words dripped with practiced politeness, but I could see the calculated precision behind them. She was already planning her next move.I leaned back in my seat, refusing to let her control the tempo of the conversation. "So, what’s our first step? Rachel’s bee
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 55: The Weakness
Victoria’s words echoed in my mind long after we left the restaurant. Daniel’s weakness. We finally had a lead, a way to dismantle the empire that had caused so much destruction. But it wasn’t going to be easy. Daniel wasn’t just a manipulative businessman—he was a master at staying three steps ahead, and if we weren’t careful, he’d see us coming long before we made our move.I drove through the quiet streets, my mind racing with the plan we were about to set into motion. The night air was thick with anticipation, but also a deep unease. I wasn’t naive—this wasn’t just a calculated play. It was a gamble with very real consequences. And I wasn’t sure how far I was willing to go to win.My phone buzzed, breaking the tense silence in the car. It was a text from Oliver: *You okay? What did she say?*I hesitated before responding, the weight of my decision pressing down on me. Could I even tell him everything? This alliance with Victoria was fragile, and I couldn’t afford to let anyone—esp
CUTTING THE CORD: my ex-husband regret Chapter 56: The Counterattack
The moment I saw Victoria’s message, I knew we were in trouble. I had hoped we’d have more time, that Daniel would be too distracted by Amelia’s resurfacing to notice what we were doing to his assets. But Daniel was faster, sharper than I had given him credit for. He knew. And he was coming for us.I sat at my desk, staring at the screen, feeling a sinking dread settle over me. The numbers on my project’s financials had been steady, but now they were flashing red. Alerts were popping up, showing sudden delays, mysterious budget cuts, and key investors pulling out.Panic clawed at the edges of my mind as I tried to process what was happening. This was no accident. Daniel had gotten to them. He’d used his connections to sabotage my latest project, the one I’d poured everything into—my company’s future, my team’s trust, my own reputation.I grabbed my phone and dialed Oliver. He picked up on the first ring, his voice tense. “What’s going on, Emily?”“It’s Daniel,” I said, trying to keep
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