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Chapter 14: Fierce Competition
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“What guy, Marcus?” Lauren asked, raising an eyebrow. Marcus’s face twisted with frustration. “I don’t know. I’ve been trying to force Sophia back on my terms, but somehow, someone keeps getting in my way.” Evelyn’s gaze softened slightly with pity. “Marcus, you were her husband. Although I don't know why Dad insists you get her back, it shouldn’t be that hard for you. But whoever is helping her must have significant influence if they can act so quickly. And that is if it's the same person” Lauren rolled her eyes, her tone mocking. “Please. Vision Care is one of the most reputable hospitals in the country. They wouldn’t let anyone ruin their reputation. We were just unlucky, that’s all.” Marcus’s shoulders relaxed, but there was a flicker of something unsettling in his gaze. “But why is Sophia always this lucky?” He shook his head, deep in thought. This was my opportunity to force her back and she just got lucky? Evelyn interrupted his thoughts with a wry smile and her tone d
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“Marcus, what do you want?” Her tone was guarded, clipped. “Sophia, please stop ignoring me,” Marcus’s voice was pleading, and his desperation was evident. “I… I need to talk to you. I can’t stop thinking about what we had. Can’t we… can’t we try again?” Sophia’s fingers tightened around the phone. “We’re already done, Marcus. You know that.” He tried again, his voice growing even more insistent. “Sophia, I’m willing to give you anything you want. I’ll change, I swear. Grandpa even agreed to give you shares in the company if you’ll just…” “I’m not interested,” she interrupted with disdain in her voice. “You could offer me your entire company, and it wouldn’t make a difference.” There was a pause, and then Marcus’s voice softened. “Please, Sophia. Just… can we at least meet and talk? I’ll do anything.” She was about to reject the suggestion when Alexander gave a curt nod, indicating that she should agree. Sophia was shocked but complied, “Fine,” she replied, resigned. “Whe
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"Oh, please, since when is love boring?" Her mother gave her a knowing look, gently patting Sophia’s hand. "But fine, I won’t pry. Go on then, leave me here with nothing but doctors for company." Sophia laughed, giving her mother a playful hug. "Ethan should be here soon. He’ll keep you company. Just… be patient, okay?" With a playful wave and a final hug, she left the room, unaware of the crisis the Hawthornes were facing. As she left the hospital, a slight smile played on her lips. She was about to hail a cub when the driver from earlier hurriedly called her. “Mrs Evans.” He nodded at her and motioned for her to get into the waiting car. Sophia was surprised to see him. “Why are you here…? Wait, you didn't leave?” She asked, raising her eyebrows as she observed that the car was packed exactly where she had left it hours ago when he dropped her off. “I was waiting for you,” he responded professionally. “Mr. Evans assigned me as your driver from now on.” “What?” Sophia's
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