After divorcing Nicole, David hastily tied the knot with Stella.With official marital status came an upswing in Stella's already extravagant spending habits. Any displeasure with David prompted a spree of lavish expenses, turning disagreements into financial chaos.In an attempt to rein in Stella's extravagant tendencies, David decided to delve into the world of venture capital.Despite his lack of business background, he dove headfirst into the industry.Unfortunately, his inexperience led to swift financial losses. Thus, the money he had carefully accumulated over the months quickly evaporated.Faced with the aftermath of his financial missteps, Stella confronted David in a heated exchange. In a desperate bid to recover, David went to extremes, mortgaging his house and car.Despite his efforts, they faced bankruptcy, and the bank seized their home. Now homeless, David, Stella, and their twin children grappled with the stark reality.Stella, accustomed to luxury, couldn't bear
"Hey, what are you guys doing?""Breaking into someone's house?""If you don't leave, I'll call the police."Stella's incessant shouting echoed behind Lana and the others.While Lana and Billy tried to find David, Stella's constant yelling became intolerable.Eventually, Lana decided to address her directly, "Go ahead, call the police. Once they arrive, we'll see who they're putting the cuffs on—you or me. It's pretty obvious which way it's going to go!"Stella fell into a thoughtful silence.It was clear she knew she was wrong for taking over Billy's house!Lana's respect for Stella and David dwindled even further.Not only did they bring disaster upon themselves, but they also victimized innocent people. Since they seemed unaffected by the lessons of fate, Lana felt driven to take matters into her own hands.Shortly after, Lana and Billy found David. He was still deeply asleep in the master bedroom.Without a second thought, they lifted the covers.Awoken from a deep slee
With Lana's prompting, Billy and Nicole spent the next two days meticulously gathering evidence of David's extramarital affair.David's high-profile actions inadvertently played into their hands. After all, the existence of twins born to him and Stella served as irrefutable proof of their illicit relationship.The evidence ranged from witness accounts to details gleaned from the years spent by Nicole and Billy in the basement. It painted a compelling picture.On the third day, a crucial influx of funds from a business partner marked their company's revival, ending the financial struggles.By the fourth day, David, Stella and their twins made a grand return to the villa they once called home.Having weathered a tumultuous ordeal, the couple now savored their hard-earned happiness.After deliberation, they decided to take possession of the only house owned by Billy and Nicole.Their rationale lay in their financial capability. They were confident that the process of getting anothe
David could never have anticipated that he would one day find himself vulnerable to the whims of his son, Billy. A person he believed he had fully understood."Let's make a swift exit, Lana," Billy declared without hesitation. He grabbed Lana as they prepared to leave."We extended a helping hand, but not only did they fail to appreciate it, they insulted me as well. It's simply not worth it."Lana responded with prompt professionalism, "Certainly, Mr. Billy.""Don't go, Mr. Billy. David's just being immature. We'll ensure he apologizes to you.""David, why stand there? Hurry and apologize to Mr. Billy. Do you want our company to face bankruptcy?""David, remember, our company is in a severe crisis. And you carry a substantial responsibility. If you don't apologize today, even if it means removing you, we'll take you off the board of directors."Fury coursed through David as a fiery knot lodged itself in his chest, causing intense pain.Amidst the shareholders surrounding David
"I did it on purpose. What can you possibly do to me?" Billy admitted openly.He deliberately wanted to mess with David, using it as a way to blow off some steam.For years, he and Nicole had endured the oppressive shadow of David and Stella. It was an experience that had become unbearably stifling.They had hoped for a fresh start after Nicole's divorce from David. Unfortunately, reality proved to be harsh, and David persisted in his unrelenting bullying.Upon finding out that David had forcibly taken possession of their home, Billy and Nicole realized that staying non-confrontational would no longer protect their interests.Empowered by this newfound understanding, they opted for a more assertive stance. It caught David off guard and left him powerless to reverse the situation.Whether it was due to the sheer magnitude of shock or David's limited resilience, he collapsed and fainted.Without sparing him a second thought, Billy confidently announced the commencement of the shar
In his quest to reconnect with Lana, Eric decided to whisk her away to a quaint barbecue joint.Lana was taken aback by the unconventional choice. She playfully remarked, "So, you're a fan of the more laid-back spots too?"With a casual swipe, Eric cleaned the slightly greasy table and chairs using a napkin. He then graciously offered Lana the freshly cleaned chair, accompanied by a warm smile."I'm not too high-end, am I? Did you have some misconceptions about me?" he teased.As they settled into their seats, Lana clarified, "I don't have any misconceptions. I just assumed someone with your background might lean toward fancier places.""Perhaps you may not fully grasp it, but staying grounded enables me to genuinely understand the realities of people's lives."This understanding is firmly rooted in the subtleties of everyday life. It empowers me to have authentic empathy. My family instilled this principle in me from a young age," Eric explained.Lana recognized the challenges
Emilia's words heightened Lana's conviction that she was under discreet and unsuspected surveillance.How else could Emilia have obtained information about Lana's aerospace developments?It seemed possible that Emilia aimed to monitor Lana's actions, possibly as leverage for their cooperation.Nevertheless, Lana found this method disconcerting. The constant feeling of being observed made her uneasy.She considered it unnecessary scrutiny, especially since she wasn't involved in any criminal activities."Ms. Watson, I want to make it clear once again. At this stage, I don't need to collaborate with anyone," Lana firmly rejected Emilia's collaboration attempts.Emilia was undeterred. She tried to persuade Lana, "Lana, why don't you take a look at my proposal? Perhaps you might reconsider—"Interrupting Emilia sharply, Lana asserted, "Ms. Watson, I don't appreciate being watched. Please withdraw those people you've sent. If I catch them, I won't let it go easily."Emilia's face br
Carol's intense sobs echoed through the quiet street as a sleek luxury car screeched to a sudden halt before her.She was wary of her past encounter with Randy. This time, Carol cautiously stepped back and began to walk away, her head held low.In this vulnerable moment, she yearned to escape any unwanted attention. Her pride was a fortress protecting her self-esteem. She couldn't bear the thought of a blemish on her image in the eyes of others.Just as she prepared to make a swift exit, the car's window on the driver's side glided down. Soon, a familiar face was revealed.Cautious and fear-stricken, Carol instinctively took a step back. "Is that really you?"The person behind the wheel sneered, their features devoid of emotion. They delivered a chilling command, "Step into the car."Adhering to the age-old wisdom of "once bitten, twice shy", Carol couldn't sense any selfless motive behind this unexpected appearance. "Why?" she asked, her skepticism evident.In response, the