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"No," she cried, going down on her knees.

"You never deserved my mother's ring. I regret ever giving it to you," he said.

She felt stinging daggers in her heart as she watched him stare at the ring.

He was really serious about this.

He really wanted to divorce her.

He just took off the ring he gave her.

The ring that came with the vows he said to her.

Oh God.

"Now, get your slutty self up, and get the hell out of my house. Leave while I am still holding down my rage. You wouldn't like what I would do to you when I come back to this house and find you here," he said, walking past her and heading towards the door. He walked out and slammed the door hard.

She flinched.

Oh God.

How did this happen?

Why was this happening to her?

Why?!

The pictures took her attention. She picked one up and felt ashamed of herself staring at it.

It was so awful.

She couldn't even see the random man's face clearly. His face was blurred. Only hers was clear.

Someone did this to her.

It was a setup.

She was set up. That was the only explanation for this! Someone set her up and took pictures of her.

He or she blocked the man's face.

She was too drunk to know this.

They set her up.

But why did they wait this long to reveal these pictures to Xavier? Right after she confirmed her pregnancy.

Did they know she was pregnant too?

God, what had she done to herself?

What had she done to her happy marriage?

She shouldn't have gone to the club that night. She should have remained home and gone through the boredom as she always did.

Why did she decide to go out that night?

All this wouldn't have happened if she had stayed at home and waited patiently for Xavier.

What had she done, Giselle? What had she done?!

Xavier would never forgive her!

He would never listen to her!

He would never listen to her side of the story.

He hadn't even let her speak.

He called her a slut.

A pretender.

That is not true!

She hadn't done this on purpose.

She was set up.

Someone set her up.

Who could that be?

Who wanted to ruin her life? Who wanted to ruin her marriage like this?

She had no idea who to suspect. She had done nothing to anyone. Who would want to ruin her?

AN HOUR LATER

She paid the taxi driver and got out of the car. She took out her luggage, and the driver drove away.

Sighing, she walked up to the entrance door of her parents' house.

She was about to press the doorbell when the door opened, revealing her mum.

The sight of her pushed tears out of her eyes.

"Giselle?"

"Mum," she cried as she let go of her luggage and rushed towards her. She wrapped her arms around her before her mother could say anything, letting all her tears out.

After a few seconds, she unwrapped herself and sniffled.

"Giselle, what's wrong? Why are you here with your luggage?" her mum asked.

She heaved a sigh as she walked towards her luggage and dragged it closer.

"Can we go inside first? It is cold out here," she said.

Mum scoffed. "That's not happening. Why the hell are you here with your luggage?!"

She was taken aback by her mother's tone.

"Mum,"

"Answer my question, you good-for-nothing child!"

She let out a breathless scoff.

"Mum?"

"Answer my question!" her mother yelled, surprising her once more.

Why was she like this towards her?

Her mother was looking at her questioningly, waiting for an answer.

"Who is that at this time, honey?" her dad's familiar voice interrupted. He came into view and stood behind her mum. He looked at her with surprise.

"Giselle?"

"Dad," she almost cried but suppressed her tears.

All she wanted right now was a hug from them. Why weren't they holding her or letting her in? Her heart was in a very bad situation right now.

"What in God's name are you doing here at this time?" he asked.

Mum scoffed, folding her arms. She was acting weirdly. Why is that?

"Giselle," Dad called.

"Dad,"

"I asked you a question."

She didn't respond.

"Can't you speak?!" Mum snapped.

She flinched slightly.

"Calm down, Nina. Let her speak," Dad said to her mum. She scoffed.

Tears filled her eyes.

"Tell us, Giselle," Dad urged.

"Mum, Dad, Xavier..." She paused, looking down. Her heart clenched as she struggled to speak. She braced herself. These were her parents. They were the right people to share her misery with.

"Xavier divorced me," she said without looking at them.

"What?" Mum asked.

She sobbed silently.

"He divorced you?" Dad asked.

She nodded slightly as she wiped her nose.

"Why the hell did he divorce you? What the hell have you done?!" Mum yelled, making her flinch.

"Calm down, Nina. Let's understand her side of the story," Dad said.

"Can we... can we have this conversation inside, please?" she pleaded.

"Hell no! You are not entering this house until you tell us what you did to make your husband divorce you!" Mum yelled.

Her heart tightened severely.

"Why did he divorce you?" Dad asked.

She sobbed. "He... I... he found out I... I cheated on him."

"What?" Dad asked.

Mum let out a mocking laugh.

"What do you mean he found out?" Dad asked.

She didn't respond but maintained her gaze down as she let out sobs.

"Giselle, you cheated on your husband?" he asked.

"I have always known you to be a very stupid girl. I never knew you were also a cheap whore!" Mum spat, adding to her aching heart.

She sobbed more.

"You think you can drag our family name into the mud? You are a bloody joker, Giselle," Mum said.

"I made a mistake, Mum," she sobbed.

She scoffed.

"I didn't intend for this to happen," she cried.

"Yeah right," Mum muttered.

"I am sorry."

"Sorry is a messed-up strategy, you dirty thing," Mum retorted.

Her heart ached continuously.

"But just so you know, you only brought shame to yourself and your unknown dead and deranged parents."

She froze.

She looked at her mother. She tilted her head, looking at her with boldness and nonchalance.

What? What did... what did she just say?

"Nina," Dad warned.

"Terry, don't," she snapped at him.

"What... what do you mean?" Giselle asked. Her voice almost sounded like a whisper.

"Nothing. She didn't say anything. Just get your luggage and come in," Dad said.

"Hell no, Terry. Hell no!" Mum snapped. "It is time she knows the truth about her real identity!" Mum yelled, scowling at her.

Giselle clenched the handle of her luggage nervously. Why was she like this? She had never seen her mother like this before.

"We are not your real parents," Mum said.

Giselle froze.

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    3

    Your real parents were deranged people. They were miserable drunkards, and they are dead!" Nina spat.Giselle's heart dropped.She let out a breathless scoff."You are not a Dawson. Your name is Giselle Harrison. You don't share even a drop of our blood."Tears rolled down her cheeks."That explains your ridiculous behavior. A Dawson cannot bring shame to the family like you brought to yours. You are nothing but a dirty, filthy cheap whore!""Nina!" Terry interjected."What?!" she snapped at him.Giselle looked at him, her voice trembling. "Dad, is...is this true?""He is not your dad," Nina replied sharply.Giselle's heart ached painfully as she maintained her gaze on her father.He heaved a sigh, the expression on his face confirming Nina's words. They were not her parents.Giselle let out a breathless scoff of disbelief. Her heart felt weak."I am sorry, Giselle. But it is the truth. You are not our daughter," he said, causing her to place a hand on her chest as more tears poured f

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    FIVE YEARS LATER "Give me my pencil, Archie!""I don't have your pencil, Ayla. Stop accusing me wrongly.""I saw you going through my bag.""Liar!""Mum!"Giselle heaved a sigh as she walked out of the kitchen with the little towel she was using to wipe her hands."What is going on?" she asked as she picked up Archie's school bag and zipped it up."Archie took my pencil," Ayla cried."She is lying," Archie defended."I saw you going through my bag!" she yelled."Liar!""Enough, please. Ayla, I will buy you a new pencil," Giselle said, taking a seat on the only sofa in their room and helping Archie wear his bag."Me too, Mum," Archie said."You have your own!" Ayla snapped."Ayla, stop yelling at your brother," Giselle cautioned.She dropped her gaze. "Sorry, Mum."Giselle sighed as she brought Ayla closer and helped her with her bag. They were both in their uniforms, ready for school, and they were already late.Giselle was late as well for her job."No yelling. I am older than you,"

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    5

    Xavier was focused on the file in his hands.This was real. Giselle thought."Oh, good day, Sir," Rob said, standing to his feet.Sir? Giselle thought.She looked back at Xavier. He hadn't noticed her yet; he was still busy with the file. She stood slowly, scanning his appearance. He was dressed in a very expensive blue suit, looking very different and...And more handsome."Hello, Rob," he said.A lump formed in Giselle’s throat at the sound of his voice."How was your night?" he asked."Awesome, sir. The interview started a few minutes ago," Rob replied, which made Xavier look up from his file. His eyes first went to Rob and then at Giselle.His face twitched.It was really him."Xavier," she called, staring at him with emotions in her eyes."What the hell?" he said, scowling at her.Her heart raced."What is this whore doing here?" he asked Rob, without looking away from her.A sting shot through her heart."Um... She is one of the many who came for the interview, sir," Rob stutter

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    6

    Archie nodded. "I am thirsty. I want water," he said."Okay. Mummy will get you some," she replied, turning to the counter to pick up a cup. She filled it with water from the tap and walked toward her son.She handed the cup to him. He took it and drank it all, then handed back the cup."Thank you, Mum," he said."You are welcome, baby." She placed the cup back."Let's get you back to bed," she said as she led him back to the room. He climbed onto the bed, and she joined him.He stirred on the bed and placed his hand on her neck. She placed her hand on his body and kissed his temples."Good night, sweetie," she said."Goodnight, Mum," he replied.She moved her hand to Ayla and caressed her hair."Do it for your kids, Giselle," Blaire's words echoed in her mind.She heaved a sigh.---"Where are we going to, Mum?" Ayla asked as Giselle helped her with her pink dress."Yes, Mum, why aren't we wearing our uniforms?" Archie asked, already dressed in his blue t-shirt and black shorts."Tha

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    7

    The files fell from her hands. The sound separated them from the kiss and attracted their attention toward her. "What the hell?" Arabella asked. Xavier scoffed mockingly. Giselle's heart ached again as she leaned down to pick up the files. The other girls joined to help her. "What incompetence," she heard Darlyn say. "What can I say, babe? People are always lousy, and they don't take their jobs seriously," Xavier replied, making Giselle look at him. He was gazing at Arabella and touching her face admiringly. Arabella scoffed. "Why don't you just fire them all?" Xavier chuckled. "Finding new employees can be stressful. You look very beautiful, by the way. I missed you," he said, smiling at her as he wrapped his hands around her waist and kissed her lips again. Like before, his eyes moved to Giselle. She dropped her gaze to the files she was picking up. She heard Xavier giggle. "I missed you too, babe," she said. More kissing sounds reached Giselle’s ears, adding to t

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    8

    Xavier watched as Giselle stared at him with those beautiful brown eyes that brought back awful memories every time he looked into them. He found it hard to maintain his harshness whenever he met her gaze. It was difficult, but not impossible. He didn’t even understand why he had come out here. There she was. He couldn’t deny it: she was the only woman he had ever loved, the only woman he would do anything for. The fucking betrayer. A cheap, cheap slut. She stood before him, looking very lean and annoyingly vulnerable. Even back then, when she had been with him and he had nothing, she had looked better than the pathetic version of herself she was now. He still wondered how she had lived those past five years to become this awful. But he didn’t doubt that seeing her for the first time in five years had brought back those buried feelings. He thought her lover had left her, just as he had suspected. He had likely moved on to the next available housewife to fuck. The thought of t

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    9

    “Did you see my ring on her finger? You remember it, don't you? That's my mother's diamond ring.""You had it, but you chose to defile it with your slutty ways.""But it is fine. It is now on the finger of a more beautiful and genuine woman. A celebrity model who suits my class and status."Giselle's heart tightened severely as Xavier’s awful words repeated in her mind. Tears rolled down her cheeks continuously as she focused her gaze on the road through the windows.She was currently on a bus, heading to Blaire’s place. It was late already, past closing hours. The night was cold because of the rain, and she didn't have an umbrella. According to the address Blaire had given her, she figured she would still have to walk in the rain to reach Blaire’s apartment.That was the least of her worries. She hated her life. She hated everything that was happening to her. She hated herself so much and regretted every bit of her actions from that fateful night five years ago. That night had ruined

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    10

    “Bye, Mum!" Giselle's kids said in unison from the balcony for the fifth time that morning. They were waving at her, along with Blaire, who stood there with them.Giselle waved back before crossing the busy street. The street was a bit rowdy but better than where they used to live.She hadn’t slept well last night. It wasn’t because of the noise outside but because of her awful situation. She shared a room with her kids and spent the night staring at them, thinking about everything.She had started to kill her feelings for Xavier. It was going to take time, but she was trying.Giselle hoped today would be better than yesterday. She had to ignore all the negative thoughts and focus on work.Everything would be fine.She stood at the bus stop with other people, waiting for a bus. She glanced at her tiny wristwatch; it was seven o'clock. Rob had said Xavier came to work around eight, so she had just one hour.Actually, thirty minutes. She needed to be at work before Xavier. She really h

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  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    57

    Loads of regrets washed over her as he smirked at her.She felt terrible.She felt dirty.She felt shameful.She felt pissed beyond anything. She pushed him away, and he almost fell."You bastard!" she yelled, pushing him again."Don't you ever come near me again!" she almost cried, running out of the kitchen.She ran toward the restroom and entered one of the stalls. Sitting on the toilet seat, she covered her face with her hands.She cried silently, feeling very awful.That didn’t just happen to her.He was a devil.He was a bastard!She hated him!She hated him so much.What is wrong with you, Giselle? How could she let him come near you like that?How?!What is wrong with you?!She hugged herself, sniffling.She felt so pathetic.She couldn’t believe she let this happen.She felt very awful.Damn you, Xavier.Damn you!*******After some minutes in the bathroom, she headed back to the studio. She managed to compose herself before stepping out.She still felt awful, but she had to

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    56

    Giselle turned her gaze away from Xavier just as Damien pulled away from the hug. He gave her a pleasant smile, and she returned it, though a wave of nervousness still lingered beneath the surface.She felt exposed beneath the dress, knowing there was nothing underneath to shield her, though the fabric did its job—barely. The slit ran dangerously high.Harley had picked the dress for her.In fact, Harley had orchestrated everything. She had intentionally caused delays in their preparations and misled Rob with false information.She’d wanted to mess with Arabella a little, claiming Arabella would fall for the misinformation and act immediately.Giselle had her doubts—but looking at Arabella now, caked in makeup and visibly fuming, it was obvious she had taken the bait.It was actually hilarious.“So, what do you think, Damien?” Harley asked.Damien shook his head slowly, his eyes still fixed on Giselle with awe, much like the others in the room.“I think I’m going to make a lot of sale

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    55

    Ava bit her lips, regretting asking the question. Well, she can't back down now. She has to finish what she started.She couldn't ignore the signs. Her curiosity had to get the best of her.She seriously can't believe Giselle is here and in front of her.The same Giselle her mean girlfriend hates so much."Um...Cameron is an old friend. She talks about her friend called Giselle sometimes." Ava said.Giselle’s face twitched."So I wanted to know if you are the same Giselle she was talking about." Ava said."Yes. Cameron is my best friend." Giselle said, smiling a little.Ava is amazed by that.Giselle is not as she expected. She just called Cameron her best friend.And happily too.Giselle is instantly reminded of the little issue between her and Cameron."But we.....," she paused, looking at her fingers but looked back at Ava. "We are not in good terms."Ava nodded. "Really? Mind telling me why?Giselle shrugged but furrowed her brows a little as she recalled something."Wait, are you

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    54

    Giselle furrowed her brows as Ava continued staring at her in a blank but strange way."Do you know her?" Elodie asked Ava."What? No, no. Her name is just familiar," Ava said, extending her hand to Giselle and smiling.They shook hands."It is nice to meet you," Ava said."Same here," Giselle replied, smiling a little."So, where did you and my dad meet?" Elodie asked Giselle."I told you, princess," Damien said."I know, Dad. I just want to hear it again, but from her," Elodie said, smiling at Giselle.Giselle let out a chuckle. "We met at the mall. He was buying some pretty dresses for you," she said, making Elodie giggle."And we met again today at the company where I work," Giselle added."That means you both are meant to be," Elodie said, making them chuckle."That's enough questions, princess. Let's have dessert," Damien said, motioning toward the dining table.Elodie held Giselle's hand as they headed toward the dining table.She is so adorable, Giselle thought.When they reac

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    53

    Xavier was scowling at her, still pinning her to the wall.She struggled to push him away, but his strength was always too strong to fight against."What the hell is wrong with you? Why do you keep following me, huh? Go and be with your perfect baby girlfriend," she said angrily."What's your deal with my client, huh?" he asked, ignoring her words.She scoffed. Seriously?"What's your deal with him? All of a sudden he wants a change and he chose you?""Yes, he chose me. Why do you have a problem with that?" she replied.He clenched his jaw."What? Are you upset he doesn't want your mighty celebrity model anymore?"He didn't respond but kept scowling at her."News flash, Xavier, the world doesn't, and won't revolve around her even if you are the wealthiest man on earth," she retorted.He hummed. "I see. I get it now. I see why he prefers you."She looked away from him."Damien is one of your clients, isn't he?"She looked at him with furrowed brows. "Excuse me?""He is one of those men

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    52

    “Yes, that's right. Damien from the mall the other day," Harley said.Giselle nodded slightly as Damien kept staring at her. She moved a strand of her hair behind her ear nervously. He was dressed in a blue suit, looking more handsome than the first time she saw him."You didn't tell us you were THE Damien Walker of Walker Textiles. Hell, you didn't show off as a CEO," Harley said, making Damien chuckle."No, I don't do that. Especially when I was smitten by your sister here," Damien said, looking at Giselle."Oh," Harley responded.Damien smiled at Giselle, and she smiled back."She is not her sister," Xavier spoke up, claiming their attention and reminding them of his presence."What?" Damien asked."She is Harley’s assistant," Xavier said."Well, she is more than that, Damien. That's why I called her my sister," Harley said, smiling at Damien."I see," Damien said. He extended his hand to Giselle. She placed her hand in his."I am happy to see you again, sunshine. You look stunning

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    51

    “We have to talk," Arabella said, making Giselle roll her eyes."I have nothing to say to you," she replied, walking past her."You think you are winning, aren't you? Because Harley has your back."Giselle stopped in her tracks and turned to her.Arabella raised her brows. “Excuse me?" Giselle asked. "You heard me.""What? Are you jealous?" Giselle asked.Arabella scoffed. "Of you? Stop dreaming, bitch."Giselle chuckled. "You are jealous, Arabella. Harley is Xavier’s only family. You are jealous because you don't have her approval to marry her brother," she said, smiling.Arabella scowled at her."I am correct, aren't I?" Giselle asked. Arabella didn't respond."I know you are young. But you shouldn't be a fool as well." Giselle said. "What the fuck did you just say to me?" Arabella asked. "You heard me. You want to marry Xavier so bad, right? You should be trying to get his sister's approval and not provoke her like you did back at the studio." Giselle said. Arabella scoffed.

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    50

    Just as she had thought. That stranger was her twins' father. The DNA test results had just proved it.Her heart tightened severely as she looked at the results."I am so sorry, Giselle," Cameron said, drawing Giselle's attention."I know you wanted Xavier to be their father," Cameron added.Giselle shook her head. "It's okay. I did want that, but it is clear now. Everything ended between Xavier and me a long time ago. These results just confirmed it," she said, dropping her gaze as tears threatened to spill.Cameron quickly collected the results from her, making Giselle look at her.Cameron was staring at something behind Giselle. "Xavier’s sister is coming," she whispered, causing Giselle's heart to drop."Is something wrong, Giselle?” Harley asked.Giselle turned to her. "Huh, nothing. Nothing is wrong. Just talking with my friend," she replied.Harley folded her hands and looked at Cameron."Hmm, friend. Cameron, right?" Harley asked."Yes. Doctor Cameron, it is nice to formall

  • Ex-Wife Reckoning    49

    Giselle's heart pounded as Xavier got closer to her. His piercing blue eyes on hers made her very uneasy.Seriously, why is he here?!"Xavier...""What the fuck are you wearing?" he retorted.She was taken aback by his question.Was that the reason he followed her up here? To ask her about her dress?He was scowling at her.She managed to put on a smile. "I am wearing a dress. What? Do you like it?"He clenched his jaw angrily. "Don't fuck with me, Giselle," he snarled.Giselle shrugged. "What did I do?"He closed his eyes and opened them as if trying to suppress his anger.What was with him?"What is it with you and my sister, huh? Why the fucking foolishness?" he asked.She scoffed. "Foolishness? Your sister employed me as her assistant. I don't see any foolishness in that. Why does it upset you, huh?"He scowled at her."What? Do you hate the fact that I am no longer slaving around for you or cleaning like you wanted me to?" she asked, and the next thing he did was grab her arm, ca

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