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Chapter 36: Unfinished Business
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Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 37: The Clash of Titans
Veronica quickly straightened her posture, regaining her composure with practiced poise. Her sharp, commanding presence filled the office, her glare narrowing in on Nicole, who remained seated with a nonchalant expression.“I’m here to warn you, Nicole, or whatever name you go by now,” Veronica said, her voice low and threatening. “Whoever is behind the trouble you’re stirring for my son, you better put an end to it, immediately. Or you’ll have me to contend with.”For a brief second, silence consumed the room. Nicole’s lips curled upward in the faintest of smiles, and then, without warning, she burst into laughter. It wasn’t forced or faint; it was loud, sharp, and echoing. The sound sliced through the tense air like a blade.Veronica blinked, her fury momentarily stilled as she stood there, stiff and dumbfounded. Her brow furrowed deeper as she watched Nicole. What on earth was so amusing? She didn’t dare ask, but her growing irritation was written all over her face.Nicole fina
Last Updated : 2024-12-15Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 38: An Unexpected Return
The Abrams mansion’s living room was a haven of warmth and light. The television hummed softly, playing an old movie, as laughter and calm chatter filled the air. Bella sat cross-legged on the carpet, engrossed in the scene, while Nicole leaned back against the couch, half-watching and half-lost in thought. The matriarch of the house, Leo’s grandmother, rested comfortably in her chair, a faint, peaceful smile on her wrinkled face.Then, without warning, the entrance door swung open.All heads turned, startled, only for their expressions to shift into joy and relief when Leo stepped in. His tall frame filled the doorway, a suitcase clutched in one hand, and his signature grin stretched across his face. The stress of his long business trip to Singapore hadn’t dulled his natural charm.“Leo!” Bella’s voice broke the silence, bright and ecstatic.Before he could say a word, Bella had launched herself at him, wrapping her arms around him tightly. Leo chuckled as he steadied himself, p
Last Updated : 2024-12-15Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 39: Unwelcomed Surprises
Sarah’s phone buzzed, its vibrations breaking the peaceful hum of her quiet afternoon.She glanced at the screen and froze slightly.Mom.With a sigh, she picked up.“Hi, Mom,” she said, trying to sound cheery.“Sarah.” Her mother’s tone was sharp and concerned. “What is it I’m hearing about Nicole’s divorce? And why on earth are people saying you have something to do with it?”Though her heart skipped a beat, Sarah kept her voice level. "What? Nicole's divorce? I... I just heard about it recently myself. You know how gossip spreads around. I'm just as shocked as you are, mom."The voice at the other end of the phone line was silent, and for a moment, Sarah hoped her mother would give up.But then it returned. "Don't lie to me, Sarah. I raised you better than that.""I am not lying, Mom!" she lied, the defensiveness leeching into her tone. "Why should I be involved in Nicole's marriage? It's not my business.""Then why are they mentioning your name?" her mother retorted.Sarah clenche
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Sarah stood frozen for what felt like an eternity, Nicole’s piercing gaze still searing into her even as the conversation around the room carried on. It was only Mr. Henley’s voice, tight with concern, that jolted her back to reality.“Sarah? Are you okay?”Sarah blinked hard, inhaling deeply to steady herself.The conference room seemed to close in on her, the soft murmurs of executives blending into a hum of static. Her palms were clammy, her heart pounding in her chest. Nicole’s presence felt like a cruel hallucination, but she couldn’t falter now.“I’m fine,” Sarah said quickly, forcing a tight smile. “Sorry, just… caught off guard.”Mr. Henley raised a dubious eyebrow, but there wasn't time for any further questions.The Griffins Industries team was waiting, and Nicole, seated at the center like a queen on her throne, stared at her with icy amusement."Let's begin," Nicole said smoothly, gesturing to the room.Sarah swallowed her unease and took her place at the front of the co
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The morning sun cast a pale glow through Nicole's office window, illuminating the sleek, minimalistic decor. She sat at her desk, perfectly poised in her charcoal suit, the hum of her computer the only sound in the otherwise quiet room. Outside, Griffins Industries buzzed with activity—phones rang, voices exchanged clipped conversations, the machinery of corporate power grinding forward. But inside Nicole’s office, it was silent, calculated, and far more dangerous.As the Media Manager at Griffins Industries, Nicole had at her fingertips a treasure trove of information: internal systems, encrypted databases, and networks far beyond the reach of ordinary mortals. It was a position she had earned through grit and precision; her reputation was polished to perfection. Today, her focus was not on the success of Griffins Industries but on dismantling Taylons Enterprises piece by piece.Nicole leaned back in her leather chair, her fingers clenched as she stared at her monitor. Her plan
Last Updated : 2024-12-16Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 42: Two Preys, One Predator
Taylor leaned back against the stiff leather of his office chair, staring blankly at the spreadsheets sprawled across his desk. The numbers blurred together, meaningless. The ringing phone, the hum of computers, and the muffled voices of his colleagues had become white noise to him. Nothing held his focus anymore. His mind was a battlefield, and Nicole stood victorious at every turn.The humiliation of losing the Griffins Industries contract earlier that week gnawed at his pride. It wasn’t supposed to happen that way. He’d been confident, prepared or so he thought. But Nicole had turned the tables, leaving him stranded in a room full of executives with no answers to their biting questions.To add to his pains and frustration, the news of things he thought was buried flashed through all social media and tv channels, dismantling his company.Now, investors and clients were beginning to question his reputation. Many had already left. His company was on the verge of hitting bankruptcy
Last Updated : 2024-12-17Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 43: A Ghost from the Past
Nicole had always kept her schedule flexible since assuming her role at Griffins Industries. Her presence at the office was sparse, only when absolutely necessary, sometimes just once or twice a week. Leo hadn't objected; if anything, he acted grateful that she preferred to stay closer to home, caring for the Grandma.The rest of the week, Nicole had devoted herself entirely to the well-being of the older woman.It was some sort of silent mission, to brighten up the days of the older woman as if these minor acts of care could erase the bitterness that Nicole carried within.She made hearty meals in the morning: soups rich with herbs, warm bread fresh from the oven, and sat with Grandma as she ate slowly. Afternoons were spent walking together through the sprawling mansion garden, with Nicole gently pushing the wheelchair along paths lined with blooming hydrangeas and lilies.Sometimes, they wouldn't say a word, letting the chirping of birds and the fragrant breeze say it all.Other
Last Updated : 2024-12-18Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 44: Unfinished Business
Leo regarded Taylor with thinly veiled annoyance, crossing his arms as he stood by the side of the couch. The calm that usually cloaked his demeanor was notably absent, replaced instead with sharp impatience.Meanwhile, Nicole did not move a step from her frozen position near the stairs. Her hands clung to the railing behind her, while her knuckles turned white as she fixed her gaze on Taylor for the first time in years and felt unsteady, the past breathing down her neck.Taylor leaned forward slightly, his posture one of forced calm. "I'm here because of the Griffins Industries contract," he said, his voice smooth but edged with frustration. "I know your company denied me that project, and I think it's only fair to understand why."Leo raised an eyebrow, his sharp grey eyes narrowing as he assessed the man before him. "Mr. Fury, if you were denied the contract, it must've been for a reason." Taylor's jaw tightened, his frustration inching closer to the surface. "Mr. Abrams, I've w
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Taylor's office, once a sanctuary of power and control, now felt like a cage. The walls, adorned with accolades and framed contracts spanning two decades of success, seemed to close in on him. Late afternoon sunlight filtered in through the floor-to-ceiling windows and cast long shadows on the Persian rug.The troubling recent protest, his removal and the unbelievable appointment of his wife, Sarah, as new CEO built up to the whirling dervish that threatened to consume him now. She came into the room, her movement sure and measured, heels ticking across hardwood flooring.She wore the expression of concern and determination; even her designer suit had emerged unscathed after the tension of the day. "Taylor, we need to talk," she began in a smooth, velvety voice laced with urgency that raised the fine hairs at the back of his neck.He looked up from his desk, and in his eyes, could be seen a mix between betrayal and disbelief; the wedding ring on his finger now seemed to feel heavi
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 55: The Vote
Taylor entered the boardroom the next morning, each step heavy with dread. The atmosphere was tense, with board members seated around the imposing mahogany table, their faces stern and unyielding. At the far end, Veronica sat silently, her worry evident in her pale complexion.The chairman wasted no time. "Today, we will vote on whether Taylor Fury should remain as CEO of Taylons Enterprises."The votes were cast, and it would appear that Taylor's heart was leading the race, each ballot like a nail in his professional coffin. The announcement by the chairman only reaffirmed those deep-seated fears of his."The board has voted. Effective immediately, Taylor Fury is removed as CEO of Taylons Enterprises."The room was wrapped in stunned silence. Taylor's grip on the armrests of his chair tightened, the knuckles blanching. "You can't do this," he protested, tremors running through his voice."It's done," the chairman said with finality. "You're no longer in charge."Fluctuating upward,
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 54: Losing Control
The protesters had taken over the courtyard, their presence an overwhelming force that made Taylor's corner office feel like a cage. A sea of fury stretched as far as he could see, their chants battering the walls of Taylons Enterprises like a relentless storm. "Pay us now! Pay us now!" they screamed, their voices a cacophony of betrayal and desperation. Signs bobbed up and down in the crowd, each one a personal indictment of his leadership. There was thick tension in the air; the more one could choke from it, the more it grew deep in Taylor's chest, as if an anchor had been cast on his lungs, making breathing impossible.His assistant burst through the door. Her usually impeccable appearance told a different story now: her jacket awry, a few strands of hair hanging loose from their normally disciplined bun. "They have breached the gates," she whispered, shaking.The usually composed woman was now pale, her eyes darting from the window to Taylor. "We need to leave. Security says
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 53: The Protest
The chanting outside grew deafening, vibrating through the thick walls of Taylons Enterprises like a relentless drumbeat. Taylor stood by his office window, his expression unreadable but his clenched fists betraying the storm raging within him. Below, the crowd of protesters had swelled, their collective anger a palpable force. Workers chanted for wages, voices clear right to the executive floors. Placards waved above the sea of people, letters in bold facing him as an accusation: "Fraud!""Pay Us Now!""Taylor Fury Has Failed!"Company gates groaned with the surge of the crowd against them. Security guards were few in number and showed their anxiety, forming a shaking line to hold them back.Cues could be heard from some of the workers who had started to jingle the gate in frustration, boiling over into bouts of aggression. Taylor turned his face away from the window and faced his assistant, Samantha, who was standing ash pale, trembling at his desk. "Call the police," he ord
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 52: Cracks in the Empire
The tension in the air was suffocating, a heavy weight that pressed down on Taylor as he walked into the headquarters of Taylons Enterprises. The once-vibrant office building now felt eerily quiet, a reflection of the company's crumbling state. The security personnel barely nodded; the usual professionalism had been marred by the uncertainty hanging like a dark cloud over everyone. Taylor quickened his steps toward his office, his mind jumbled. It was a storm brewing that he wasn't so sure he could handle.As he entered the boardroom, he was met by the grim, tight-lipped face of William Sharpe, the company’s CFO. “Mr. Fury, we’ve hit rock bottom,” William began without preamble. His voice was low but urgent, each word laced with desperation. “There’s nothing left in the reserves. We’re out of time. Out of options.”Taylor gritted his teeth on the insistent drumming of fingers against the wood burr veneer. "Cut down unnecessary expenses," he said, far sharper than he'd meant to. H
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 51: Nicole’s Wrath
Nicole sat on the plush velvet couch in Leo’s sprawling mansion, a steaming cup of tea balanced precariously on the small glass table in front of her. The late evening had settled into a calm rhythm, the crackling of the fireplace filling the room as Leo, Bella, and his grandmother joined her for what was supposed to be a relaxing night. The screen-size flat-screen wall TV flickered into life and flashed a news announcer excitedly articulating in voice crisp and distinctly clear, the latest news. "Breaking news tonight is the announcement made by the embattled CEO, Taylor Fury, of Taylons Enterprises, of his engagement to be married to the woman named Sarah Austins. Within the month, as stated, this wedding will finally happen and brings certain surprise twists amid the woes the family company is continuously facing."Nicole's fingers closed in a fist around the armrest of her chair. Her eyes remained glued to the screen as images of Taylor and Sarah, arm-in-arm, smiling for the pr
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 50: The Wedding Announcement
Sitting alone in his car, Taylor stared at his phone, scrolling through the countless headlines plastered across every major news outlet. "Taylons Empire on the Brink: Wedding Bells to Save It All?" one headline blared. Another read, "Taylor Fury: Business Tycoon or Scandal Magnet?" Each word cut, chipping away a little piece of the foundation of his carefully constructed image. His jaw tightened, and he tossed the phone to the passenger seat, the screen going black.Who could have leak such sensitive information? He wasn't just disturbed at how quickly the information went out, but also that it happened from his inner circle.Taylor drummed his fingers on the wheel as, replaying all the events of last week in his head. One of those closest to him had betrayed him, and he knew he had to find out who.The car's honing brought him back to reality. He let out a deep breath and turned the ignition, headed for the headquarters of Taylons Enterprises. As much as he wanted to retreat
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 49: Desperate Measures
The boardroom was silent as Taylor Fury entered, his expression grim and his shoulders squared against the weight of the crisis. The once-vibrant energy that had defined board meetings of Taylons Enterprises had been replaced by an oppressive tension. The faces of the remaining board members reflected frustration and desperation. Taylor sat at the head of the long, polished table, his tie adjusted with deliberate slowness, as if he waited for anything that could stay the inevitable. It was the head of finances, Mr. Caldwell, who cleared his throat first. "Mr. Fury, we have gone over the financial trajectory once more, and it is bleak. Unless we secure an enormous influx of capital within the next quarter, the company will…"He stopped, his voice dropping. "We shall have no option but to file bankruptcy."Taylor did not utter a word; his jaws were clamped.He looked up to the graphs on the huge screen behind Mr. Caldwell, the red downward spiral of the financial status of the compa
Ex-Wife Returns for Revenge Chapter 48: Torn Between Duty and Desire
Taylor sat in the large leather chair of his office, staring blankly at the ceiling. The faint hum of the city outside his window blended with the echoes of his mother’s words to start preparing for a wedding.Over and over again, the phrase looped in his head like a cruel melody, tugging at the fraying edges of his sanity.He pinched the bridge of his nose and exhaled sharply. Marrying Sarah. The very thought of it sent a cold shiver through him. How had it come to this? A child. His child. At least that's what she claimed, though every part of him wanted to reject it. Not because it wasn't possible but because acknowledging it meant facing a responsibility he hadn't asked for.But mostly, the image of Sarah's unwavering gaze was seared into his brain. She'd stood before him, shaking neither from his accusations nor breaking beneath the weight of his anger. "The baby is yours, whether you like it or not," she'd said. And deep, deep down, entombed beneath the scorching bittern
