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30. Memories
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Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 31. Something's Wrong.
{Nathan's POV}I took off my shirt the moment I entered the room and headed straight to the bathroom for a quick shower. I couldnโt shake the look on Marthaโs face from my mind, something was wrong. Something was definitely bothering her.As the warm water cascaded over me, I replayed the events of the evening. My motherโs attempts to stop me from pressing Martha further only made my unease grow. What was she hiding? Why didnโt she want to open up?Grabbing a towel off the rack, I wrapped it around my waist and walked out of the bathroom toward my closet. After slipping into my nightwear, I decided I needed to check on her. If something was wrong, I needed to know.Making my way to her room, I reached for the door handle when her voice stopped me.โIโve told you to stop calling me,โ she said, her tone sharp and firm. โIf you continue with this, I wonโt hesitate to cancel the investment deal.โCuriosity rooted me in place. Who was she talking to?I leaned closer, pressing my ear gently
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-22Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 32. The Problem
{Martha's POV}I scrolled through the files on my desk with a satisfied smile. Everything was settled; all I needed now was to wait for the profits. Closing the file, I leaned back against my chair, spinning it around to face the glass wall. The city looked surreal from up here, like something out of a TV show.Smiling, I closed my eyes, taking a deep, relaxing breath. The door creaked, and the next thing I heard were footsteps. I spun the chair back around to face the door.Thankfully, it was Cherie. She walked in and said, โIt's lunch break, maโam. What would you like me to get?โโHave you had lunch yet?โ I asked her.She briefly shook her head, forcing a small smile, clearly surprised by my question. โNo, maโam. I was just about to get mine.โI stood up, grabbing my bag from the small locker beside my desk. โLetโs go out for lunch.โHer face brightened into a genuine smile. โOkay, Miss Evans.โI handed her my bag, and she took it. We walked out of the office together, with me leadi
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-22Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 33. A Little Comfort
{Martha's POV}The rest of the day felt like a blur to me. Each minute, I found myself complaining and trying to push the memory of Peter stalking me out of my head. I had finished my work for the day and decided to hang out in the office to pass the time.โMiss Evans, someone is here to see you,โ Cherie said as she entered the office a few minutes after I had started dozing off. A blue file was in her hand, which she placed on the table.โWhoโs that?โ I asked, lifting my head from where it had been resting on the armrest of the sleek black chair. I caught her gray eyes flickering to meet mine.โI donโt know her. She said her name is Ruth,โ Cherie replied.โOkay,โ I said, sitting up and stretching my arms to shake off the sleep. โLet her in.โโOkay, Miss Evans,โ she said softly before walking out of the office.I picked up the blue file from the table, flipping through the papers to skim their contents. The details were written in bold letters, outlining the companyโs progress in ship
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-25Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 34. A Little More
{Peter's POV}I stared at the phone in my hand with a wide smile. I couldnโt believe she fell for it, she didnโt even recognize my voice. It was good that she didnโt, and I had played my game well.I stood up from the bed and walked over to the wardrobe to change into something decent. Maybe a green sweatshirt and black pants would look casual. I slipped into them, selected one of my favorite romantic perfumes, the kind that always set the mood just right, and finally grabbed my keys from the nightstand.โHoney, where are you going?โ Rachelโs voice rang out just as I was about to leave the room. It suddenly dawned on me that sheโd been there the entire time. I turned in her direction. โI have an important meeting to attend at eight.โShe sat up on the bed, wiping her eyes with her palm before focusing them on me. โWhy now, honey? I wanted us to spend some quality time together. Do you always have to go to meetings?โHer complaints had no real merit, and every minute she delayed me in
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-25Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 35. The Ride
{Martha POV}I scoffed, rolling my eyes heavenward as Peter reached for the button on the stereo. He glanced at me briefly before pressing it, and the music started softly, gradually increasing in volume.Each passing second fueled my irritation, the anger simmering inside me reaching its peak. The fact that I was sitting in his car, the very car that had once belonged to my father, made my skin crawl. This car, now in the possession of the man who didnโt think twice before taking everything, was a cruel reminder of all I despised about him.Lost in my thoughts, I didnโt even notice when we arrived at Breaโs residence.โThanks, Mr. Henderson,โ she said with a cheeky smile, turning to me with guilt etched on her face. โIโm sorry for trying to speak for you, Miss Evans.โI realized my hands, resting on my lap, were clenched into tight fists. I quickly released them and forced a smile. โNo problem, Brea. Have a good nightโs rest.โโThank you, Miss Evans,โ she replied softly before closin
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-26Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 36. Why me?
{Martha's POV}The soft, rhythmic beeping of my phone pierced through my groggy state, pulling me from sleep. My eyes fluttered open, and I found myself curled up on the backseat like a child seeking warmth. My body ached, and my damp clothes clung to my skin, I reached for my phone staring at the screen for a while before dropping it back. I straightened up, my gaze shifting to the driverโs seat expecting to see Peter but he wasn't there.โMartha, oh my God, what happened?โ Carolinaโs voice startled me as she swung the door open, her eyes widening in alarm.I sighed, casting a weary glance at my soaked clothes and dripping bag. The rain had done a number on me, and now the chill seeped into my bones. Gently, I climbed out of the car as Carolina reached over to grab my bag.โDonโt tell me you've been under the rain,โ she said, her voice filled with sympathy โPlease don't tell me you got into the rain because of Peter.โโNo, I didnโt,โ I mumbled, my voice barely above a whisper. My fin
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-26Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 37. Guilt
{Martha's POV}The soft creak of the door stirred me from sleep. I shifted on the bed, my gaze drifting toward the sound. Nathan stepped into the room, his movements careful as he approached. He settled beside me, filling the empty space on the bed.โGood morning, my love,โ he greeted with a warm smile, though his eyes were clouded with concern.I tried to respond, pushing myself upright, but a sharp sneeze cut me off, followed by a dry cough that left my chest aching.Nathan's eyes widened as he leaned closer, his hand gently brushing against mine before moving to my forehead and neck. His touch was cool against my feverish skin. โYouโre burning up,โ he murmured, worry etched into his expression.I attempted to assure him, but another sneeze escaped, and the cough persisted. My body felt heavy, and a feverish heat coursed through me. โIโm not okay,โ I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper.Nathan stood quickly, retrieving a napkin from the closet and pressing it into my hand. โHe
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-29Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 38. Too Much Concern
{Martha's POV}"Mr. Henderson, you canโt go into her room," I heard Carolinaโs firm voice outside the door. "She's resting for now, you can wait in the living room untill she wakes up."Her words pulled me from sleep, the muffled argument catching my attention. Slowly, I sat up, my body aching but with a faint relief settling in. The door was shut, but Carolinaโs raised voice pierced through.Gripping the doorknob, I hesitated for a moment before turning it. The door creaked open, and I found myself face-to-face with Peter. His piercing eyes locked onto mine, filled with a strange mix of concern and something I couldnโt quite place.Carolina stood behind him, her face twisted in frustration. "Martha, how are you feeling now?" Peter asked, his voice calm, almost tender, laced with a sympathy I didnโt want.I didnโt answer. Instead, I turned and walked back to the bed, pulling the blanket over me as though it could shield me from his presence. Carolina followed, positioning herself prot
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-29
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Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 108. A Future With you
{Martha's POV}"Good morning, my queen," Nathan whispered against my ear, his lips brushing my cheek in a feather-light kiss. His voice, deep and husky with sleep, sent a shiver down my spine. I stirred, my lashes fluttering open to meet the soft glow of the morning sun filtering through the curtains."Morning, my love," I murmured sleepily, turning onto my side to face him. A slow smile spread across my lips as he cupped my cheek, his warmth seeping into my skin. He leaned in, pressing a gentle peck to my forehead before pushing himself up from the bed.I stretched, my arms reaching over my head as a deep sigh escaped my lips. For the first time in seven years, I felt truly free, as if a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. No more battles, no more struggles, I had finally reclaimed what was rightfully mine. And best of all, I was engaged to the most loving, handsome man in the world. Everything was exactly as I had dreamed.Nathan stood by the window, the golden sunlight castin
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 107. Marriage Proposal
{Martha's POV}โThank you, Michael,โ Nathan said as he exchanged a handshake with him.I sat there, unmoving, as if I had been glued to my seat. The courtroom was nearly empty now, people filing out in hushed murmurs. I had won. I had fought for justice and reclaimed what was taken from me. But instead of triumph, a hollow ache settled deep within my chest. What I truly longed for, what would have made this victory complete, was seeing my beloved parents again.The bitter truth cut through me like a blade. I had allowed the man who planned their deaths into my life. I had loved him. I had let him and his family treat me like nothing. And now, even though justice had been served, my heart still bled.โCome on,โ Carolinaโs voice broke through my haze as she positioned herself behind me. โYou won the case, Martha. Peter Henderson is finally going to pay for everything he took from you.โI turned to her and forced a thin-lipped smile. โYes, I won,โ I murmured, my voice distant, detached.
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 106. I'll Always Win
{Martha's POV}The blaring sound of my phone shattered the peaceful silence of the early morning. I groaned, rolling over and burying my face into the warmth of Nathanโs chest, hoping the caller would give up. But the ringing persisted, shrill and unrelenting.Nathan stirred beside me, his arm tightening around my waist as he let out a soft sigh. โMy love,โ he murmured sleepily, pressing a gentle kiss to my temple. โYour phone.โI groaned again, reluctantly stretching my hand toward the nightstand. Without glancing at the caller ID, I grabbed the phone and pressed it against my ear.โHello?โ I mumbled, my voice thick with sleep.โGood morning, Martha.โThe familiar voice sent a jolt through my body, instantly dispelling the last traces of drowsiness. My breath caught in my throat. Peter.I sat up abruptly, the sheets pooling around my waist as my pulse quickened. After the incident at the Henderson's mansion and the call to court. Peter and I had never spoke to each other, at some poi
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 105. Anger
{Marthaโs POV}โCome on, let me take you to the room so you can rest,โ Nathan said as we pulled away from the hug.I let out a deep sigh, exhaustion settling in as he stood and took my hand. His touch was warm, reassuring, the kind of steady presence I needed right now.โDonโt let this bother you,โ he murmured as we made our way toward the stairs. โIโll talk to Michael about it. While you rest, he and I will continue the investigation.โI squeezed his hand, my voice barely above a whisper. โThank you so much.โNathan glanced down at me, his expression firm with certainty. โPeter will get what he deserves, my love. I promise you.โHis words carried so much conviction that, for a moment, I almost believed justice was inevitable.When we reached the bedroom, I settled onto the bed, the soft mattress cradling my tired body. Nathan lay beside me, pulling me close until my head rested against his chest. His steady heartbeat beneath my ear was soothing, grounding me in a way nothing else cou
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 104. Welcome Back
{Marthaโs POV}I took a deep breath as my body sank into the plush cushions of the living room couch. A wave of relief washed over me, the familiar scent of home wrapping around me like a warm embrace.I had missed this place, the way the soft glow of the chandelier made everything feel safe, the quiet hum of the city outside the windows, the warmth that lived in these walls. And I also had missed staying in the same roof with Nathan. โIโll tell Carolina to prepare tea for you,โ Nathan murmured, leaning in to place a gentle kiss on my cheek. His lips were warm, lingering for just a moment before he straightened and made his way to the kitchen.I watched him disappear around the corner, my heart aching in a way I couldnโt quite describe.Leaning my head against the armrest, I let my eyes flutter shut, allowing the exhaustion to settle. But just as I began to relax, the vibration of my phone in my pocket snapped me back to reality.I frowned, fishing it out and glancing at the screen.
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 103. Are You Pregnant?
{Martha's POV}I sat on the couch, gripping the hem of my sweater tightly, trying to suppress the weakness coursing through my body. My limbs felt heavy, exhaustion tugging at me, and the urge to go back to bed was almost unbearable.Nathan's eyes were fixed on me, concern evident in his gaze. โWhatโs wrong?โ he asked after a moment, his voice softer than I expected.I hesitated, shifting slightly under his scrutiny. This Nathan, this gentle, caring version of him, was different from the man who had once pushed me away, convinced that I had no place in his life. The change in him was undeniable.Before I could answer, he stood and crossed the small distance between us. When he reached me, he took my hand in his, his grip warm and reassuring. A shiver ran through me, not from the cold, but from the comforting heat of his touch.His thumb brushed against my knuckles before he reached up, resting his palm lightly against my forehead. His touch was tender, his fingers lingering as if he c
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 102. Seeing Her
{Nathanโs POV}I buried my face in my palm, my elbow resting on the polished surface of my desk. No matter how hard I tried, I couldn't get Martha out of my mind.Everyday that passes I felt like seeing her and wanting her by my side, but I felt too broken to even muster the courage to go and see her. โWhat's wrong with me?" I asked myself as I close my eyes. When I sent her away, I thought I was doing the right thing. I convinced myself that keeping my distance would make things easier, that maybe it would ease the pain of betrayal I felt. But now? Now, all I wanted was to have her back.A frustrated sigh escaped me as I leaned back in my chair.After talking to Michael, I found out that Martha had taken Peter to court over her stolen inheritance. She had been fighting this battle alone, and I wasnโt there for her. The guilt gnawed at me, heavy and unrelenting. I should have been by her side. I should have protected her.I reached for the bottle of water on my desk, twisting the ca
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 101. Sick As Hell
{Marthaโs POV}I sat curled up on the couch, a warm blanket draped over me, sipping my tea in slow, deliberate sips. The heat spread through my chest, soothing but not entirely taking away the discomfort that had settled deep in my body.I had barely slept last night. My stomach churned with nausea, and an aching fatigue clung to my bones, making every movement feel like a struggle.At first, I brushed it off as the early symptoms of pregnancy, morning sickness, fatigue, maybe a little dizziness. It was normal, right? But as the hours dragged on, my body felt heavier, and a dull pain gnawed at my head, making it impossible to ignore.I closed my eyes, taking deep breaths in an attempt to ease the discomfort, but it didnโt help. Then, a sharp pain twisted in my stomach.I gasped, pressing a hand to my abdomen, my breath hitching. A wave of heat rushed over me, followed by an unbearable chill. My skin felt clammy, my hands trembling as I reached for my phone.This wasnโt normal. Somethi
Ex-Wife Perfect Revenge ย ย ย 100. Tension
{Martha's POV}"Objection, my Lord," the man who had arrived earlier with Peter stood up, his sharp gaze locking onto mine. "She claims that Peter tricked her into signing divorce papers and orchestrated her supposed death, but we have video footage showing her jumping into the river of her own accord. Not only that, but it has been seven years since the incident, and she never came forward to stake her claim until now."A hush fell over the courtroom. My breath caught in my throat.I turned to Michael, searching for reassurance, but his expression had darkened. He clenched his jaw, clearly frustrated, but he remained silent, waiting for the judgeโs response.The judge adjusted his glasses, considering the statement. "Do you have this footage with you now?"Peter's lawyer nodded confidently, gesturing to an assistant who walked up to the judge with a flash drive. "Yes, my Lord. If permitted, we can play it right here."I clenched my fists beneath the table. Rachel, sitting beside Pete
