Chapter 131 – A Test of Loyalty(Nelson’s POV)1. Digging into the PastTrust was dangerous in our world. And right now, we were trusting a woman we knew nothing about.I didn’t like it.The moment Lily and Simeon brought Liora back, I knew my next task—I had to find out exactly who she was and if she had any ties to Adrian.Simeon didn’t need to say it directly, but I knew him well enough. Before he even gave the order, I was already preparing.So, the next morning, I left early, heading straight back to the village where we found her. The road was just as rough, and the stench of smoke from burning firewood still hung in the air. The people here had nothing.And yet, something about Liora had seemed different from the others. She wasn’t just desperate—she was determined.That could mean she was ambitious. Or it could mean she had a hidden agenda.I was going to find out which one.2. Searching for AnswersI parked the SUV outside a small market where people sold dried fish, vegetabl
Chapter 132 – The First Foot into the Enemy's Camp (Liora's POV)There was tension in the air that morning.I sat at the end of my bed, staring down at the simple clothes Lily had laid out for me to wear on my first day working for Adrian's company. Blah, professional—nothing flashy. But however plain I looked on the outside, inside my belly was a twisted ball of nerves.Today, I was on enemy territory.Simeon and Lily had been very clear about that—I was not there to do any work. I was there to listen, observe, to learn anything that would help them in taking down Adrian. But as I thought about it, a tiny piece of doubt crept into my mind.Could I really do this?I folded my hands, driving the thought out.I had no choice.Final Instructions from Lily and SimeonDownstairs, Simeon and Lily were already waiting for me. Nelson was present too, reclining on the couch, browsing his phone.Lily examined me from top to bottom, nodding in agreement. "You look ready."I wasn't as certain, bu
Chapter 133 – A Hidden Threat Lily's POVThe night was heavy with silence, the kind that pressed upon my body and made my mind sound louder than it was. I sat at the table in front of Simeon, my fingers closed around the burning mug of tea I hadn't even taken a sip of within the past ten minutes. The room was dim, shadows dancing on the walls, but the real weight in the air wasn't from the shadows—it was from the conversation we were about to have.Liora had just returned from work, her face expressionless, but I could tell by the way her hands were clenched in her lap, the way her lips pressed into a thin line as if she was holding something enormous in.Nelson, standing next to me, said something first to break the quiet. "You seem to have something to say."Liora jerked her head and caught her breath and then at last said her words. "I overheard them talking about this big investor. His name is Vincent Moore. He's deciding if he will invest his money in Adrian's business."My grip
Chapter 134 – The Power Play(Lily's POV)The house was alive with activity, each of us immersed in our own work, but there was a strange sense of togetherness in the air. We were all working towards the same goal, though each of us was doing it in our own way.I was in the kitchen, my hands chopping rapidly as I cut vegetables, my mind wandering to everything that was happening around me. The air was thick with the scent of garlic and onions, combined with the warm spices that I had added to the pot. Cooking was always a means of clearing my head, of doing something productive, but today, it was a necessity.If we were going to fight this battle, we needed to be strong. And strength started with a full stomach.I could hear Nelson clacking away on his laptop in the living room, his fingers moving so fast over the keys that the sound was like raindrops hitting a windowpane. Occasionally, he muttered a curse under his breath, his eyes narrowed intently at the screen as he researched mo
Chaprer 135Chapter 135 – The Meeting with Vincent Moore(Lily’s POV)The car ride to meet Vincent Moore was quiet, but it wasn’t a peaceful kind of quiet. It was the kind of silence that came before a big storm. I could feel the tension in the air, thick and heavy, as Simeon drove, his hands firm on the wheel.I stole a glance at him. His jaw was clenched, his eyes sharp and unreadable. He was thinking, planning—getting ready for the battle ahead.I shifted in my seat. “Are you nervous?”He let out a small chuckle, shaking his head. “Nervous? No. Focused? Yes.”I nodded, but my hands were slightly sweaty. This meeting wasn’t about convincing Vincent Moore to reject Adrian. No, we were here to show him something better. Something more promising. If we succeeded, it would change everything.Simeon reached over and squeezed my hand. “Relax. Just follow my lead.”I let out a slow breath and nodded. “Okay.”****We arrived at a private lounge inside a luxury hotel. The atmosphere was excl
Chapter 135: Vincent's DecisionLily's POVThe warmth of the night surrounded us as we gathered in the living room. The smell of freshly cooked food filled the air—my efforts at cooking something that everyone could enjoy. Something that I barely ever got to do anymore, what with the chaos and tension that went into closing business deals, but I was eager to make this night a little more normal. Looking around at the friendly faces of those I loved—Simeon, Nelson, Liora—it was comforting to have them all in one place, as if nothing else in the world mattered for a little while.Liora and Nelson were chatting something softly in the room corner, laughing at a joke they'd just told each other. Their laughter, so free and light, was a rare blessing. It made me smile as I set the table, setting the last dish of salad before them."Is that all?" I asked, trying to push down the little bit of nervousness I felt, even though I knew they'd be happy with the work.Liora grinned. "Lily, this is
Chapter One: The Wife No One Knows I stepped into the sleek, modern lobby of Brennan Enterprises, my heart racing with excitement. Today was meant to be a surprise—something I hadn’t done in a long time. I missed the early days of our marriage, when Adrian and I would steal little moments together. Lately, work had consumed him—meetings, business trips, endless responsibilities. But today, I wanted to remind him that I was still here. Still his wife. The lobby buzzed with quiet conversations, employees glued to their phones or hurrying past. A normal morning for them—but for me, this was special. I carried a carefully wrapped gift in my bag: a limited-edition watch Adrian had wanted for months. A small gesture, but one that mattered. I approached the front desk with a bright smile. “Good morning. I’m here to see Mr. Adrian Brennan. I’m his wife, Lily.” The receptionist’s eyes widened for a fraction of a second before she masked her surprise with a polite smile. But I saw it—that
Chapter Two: The Truth Hurts I sat in the dim living room, my body trembling, my chest so heavy it felt like I couldn’t breathe. Tears kept falling, no matter how hard I tried to stop them. I thought I was strong. I thought I could handle anything. But nothing had ever hurt like this. Adrian. The man I loved. The man I trusted. The man I had built my life around. Had been lying to me all along. I went to his office today to surprise him, to remind him that we were still a team. That after everything, we were still us. But I was wrong. The name Sophia wouldn’t leave my head. The way they called her Mrs. Brennan. The way everyone knew her—but no one ever told me. I had given up everything for Adrian. I sold my father’s land, the last piece of his legacy, so Adrian could build his company. I stood by him, supported him, believed in him. I thought we were building something together. But now… I realized I was building a dream alone. The front door opened, snapping me back to rea
Chapter 135: Vincent's DecisionLily's POVThe warmth of the night surrounded us as we gathered in the living room. The smell of freshly cooked food filled the air—my efforts at cooking something that everyone could enjoy. Something that I barely ever got to do anymore, what with the chaos and tension that went into closing business deals, but I was eager to make this night a little more normal. Looking around at the friendly faces of those I loved—Simeon, Nelson, Liora—it was comforting to have them all in one place, as if nothing else in the world mattered for a little while.Liora and Nelson were chatting something softly in the room corner, laughing at a joke they'd just told each other. Their laughter, so free and light, was a rare blessing. It made me smile as I set the table, setting the last dish of salad before them."Is that all?" I asked, trying to push down the little bit of nervousness I felt, even though I knew they'd be happy with the work.Liora grinned. "Lily, this is
Chaprer 135Chapter 135 – The Meeting with Vincent Moore(Lily’s POV)The car ride to meet Vincent Moore was quiet, but it wasn’t a peaceful kind of quiet. It was the kind of silence that came before a big storm. I could feel the tension in the air, thick and heavy, as Simeon drove, his hands firm on the wheel.I stole a glance at him. His jaw was clenched, his eyes sharp and unreadable. He was thinking, planning—getting ready for the battle ahead.I shifted in my seat. “Are you nervous?”He let out a small chuckle, shaking his head. “Nervous? No. Focused? Yes.”I nodded, but my hands were slightly sweaty. This meeting wasn’t about convincing Vincent Moore to reject Adrian. No, we were here to show him something better. Something more promising. If we succeeded, it would change everything.Simeon reached over and squeezed my hand. “Relax. Just follow my lead.”I let out a slow breath and nodded. “Okay.”****We arrived at a private lounge inside a luxury hotel. The atmosphere was excl
Chapter 134 – The Power Play(Lily's POV)The house was alive with activity, each of us immersed in our own work, but there was a strange sense of togetherness in the air. We were all working towards the same goal, though each of us was doing it in our own way.I was in the kitchen, my hands chopping rapidly as I cut vegetables, my mind wandering to everything that was happening around me. The air was thick with the scent of garlic and onions, combined with the warm spices that I had added to the pot. Cooking was always a means of clearing my head, of doing something productive, but today, it was a necessity.If we were going to fight this battle, we needed to be strong. And strength started with a full stomach.I could hear Nelson clacking away on his laptop in the living room, his fingers moving so fast over the keys that the sound was like raindrops hitting a windowpane. Occasionally, he muttered a curse under his breath, his eyes narrowed intently at the screen as he researched mo
Chapter 133 – A Hidden Threat Lily's POVThe night was heavy with silence, the kind that pressed upon my body and made my mind sound louder than it was. I sat at the table in front of Simeon, my fingers closed around the burning mug of tea I hadn't even taken a sip of within the past ten minutes. The room was dim, shadows dancing on the walls, but the real weight in the air wasn't from the shadows—it was from the conversation we were about to have.Liora had just returned from work, her face expressionless, but I could tell by the way her hands were clenched in her lap, the way her lips pressed into a thin line as if she was holding something enormous in.Nelson, standing next to me, said something first to break the quiet. "You seem to have something to say."Liora jerked her head and caught her breath and then at last said her words. "I overheard them talking about this big investor. His name is Vincent Moore. He's deciding if he will invest his money in Adrian's business."My grip
Chapter 132 – The First Foot into the Enemy's Camp (Liora's POV)There was tension in the air that morning.I sat at the end of my bed, staring down at the simple clothes Lily had laid out for me to wear on my first day working for Adrian's company. Blah, professional—nothing flashy. But however plain I looked on the outside, inside my belly was a twisted ball of nerves.Today, I was on enemy territory.Simeon and Lily had been very clear about that—I was not there to do any work. I was there to listen, observe, to learn anything that would help them in taking down Adrian. But as I thought about it, a tiny piece of doubt crept into my mind.Could I really do this?I folded my hands, driving the thought out.I had no choice.Final Instructions from Lily and SimeonDownstairs, Simeon and Lily were already waiting for me. Nelson was present too, reclining on the couch, browsing his phone.Lily examined me from top to bottom, nodding in agreement. "You look ready."I wasn't as certain, bu
Chapter 131 – A Test of Loyalty(Nelson’s POV)1. Digging into the PastTrust was dangerous in our world. And right now, we were trusting a woman we knew nothing about.I didn’t like it.The moment Lily and Simeon brought Liora back, I knew my next task—I had to find out exactly who she was and if she had any ties to Adrian.Simeon didn’t need to say it directly, but I knew him well enough. Before he even gave the order, I was already preparing.So, the next morning, I left early, heading straight back to the village where we found her. The road was just as rough, and the stench of smoke from burning firewood still hung in the air. The people here had nothing.And yet, something about Liora had seemed different from the others. She wasn’t just desperate—she was determined.That could mean she was ambitious. Or it could mean she had a hidden agenda.I was going to find out which one.2. Searching for AnswersI parked the SUV outside a small market where people sold dried fish, vegetabl
Chapter 130 – A New Plan(Lily's POV)The tension between Simeon and me still lingered after the fight about the workers, but we both knew we needed a break from it all—the stress, the brawling, the endless fighting against Adrian. So, when Nelson mentioned a struggling village outside of the city, I saw a chance.We must leave," I told Simeon that morning, eating breakfast. "Those people are needy. You have resources, and this would be a good thing."Simeon folded his arms, sat back in his chair. "Lily, this is not the time for altruism. We have more critical problems to fight."."I know," I said, my tone calm. "But this isn't about giving food or supplies. We need help, and right now, people believe Adrian more because he gives them work. If we help them first, we might be able to find someone useful."Simeon exhaled a harsh breath, rubbing his temples. "You always have an idea, don't you?"I shrugged. "I learned from the best."There was a long silence before he nodded at last. "Fi
Chapter 129 – Nelson's POV 1A Frustrated Nelson I fell back into the couch, staring up at the ceiling, releasing a loud sigh. Not a regular sigh, but a deliberate, exaggerated one, meant to be heard. But of course, no one paid me any attention. Lily was at the other end of the couch, tucked in, staring at her phone, and Simeon was at the desk, flipping through some reports. They were both completely engrossed, like the rest of the world didn't matter. And I was losing my mind. I sighed. Louder this time. Lily didn't even raise her head. "If you're doing that for attention, it's not working." Simeon smirked but kept on reading. "It's Nelson. He always wants attention." I clapped a hand across my chest, faking deep emotional woundedness. "Wow. So that's what I am to you two? Some pitiful supporting character in your romance novel epic?" Lily snorted. "Pretty much." Simeon didn't even object. I groaned, throwing my head back. "I need a girlfriend." This time, there
Chapter 128 – Lily's POVPeaceThere was a crackling tension in the air.I stalked around the room, crossing my arms tightly over my chest, my irritation brewing just below the surface.Nelson sprawled on the couch, his arms stretched over the backrest of it, but even he did not seem settled, his gaze flicking from me to Simeon.And Simeon—he sat behind his desk, crossing his ankles, his fingers idly drumming against the highly polished wood as if he were not the man who had taken the company down.The silence grew, dense and heavy.I could no longer contain it."You had no right to do that."Simeon raised a brow, his dark eyes barely lifting to meet my own. "No right?" His voice was too even, too restrained, and it served only to further infuriate me."Yes, Simeon. No right!" I threw my arms up in the air. "You let go of an entire team of employees today! You didn't even stop to think! Do you have any idea what that's going to do to the company?"Simeon sat back, his expression unyie