๋ก๊ทธ์ธ๊ณต์
Chapter 181
๊ด๋ จ ์ฑํฐ
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 182
David chuckled, โThe audience really likes us. The tickets for the show at Hucksburgh were sold out last night.โZoe was pleasantly surprised. She gave it some thought and said, โHow about we hit the road tomorrow?โDavid couldnโt resist making some jokes at her expense.Ella was happy for her as well. โIโm fine! Go ahead and work on your career. Also, send my thanks to Mason!โ She held Zoe tightly. โLive a happy life with him if he treats you well! Let the past stay in the past.โZoe responded with a husky voice, โGotcha!โThey looked at each other and smiled with tears in their eyes, reminiscent of a simpler time that they shared when they were young.โฆZoe left Ellaโs place and got into the car. The chauffeur could tell she was in a cheerful mood. He leaned over and asked, โAre we going back to the manor, Ms. Zoe?โLeaning on the seat, she booked a flight ticket to Hucksburgh for herself and sent a text to Mason. It read, โCome home early tonight. I have something to tel
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 183
Zoe raised her eyes and stared directly at Mason. His eyes were inscrutable in the dim light. She simply couldnโt tell what was on his mind!After a brief pause, he asked softly, โDid you see it?โPointing at the documents on the floor, she shook uncontrollably. โDid you hire a bunch of shrinks to study me and advise you on how to deal with me? Just what do you think I am, Mason? Am I just another plaything? You said you loved me. Is this what you call love? Hiring ten shrinks to analyze me like Iโm some kind of weirdo?โYou bought a dog to please me! Here I am, thinking that you did it because you knew what I liked. It turns out it was all a ploy devised by a team of shrinks! The puppy was nothing but a tool!โEverything you did for me was a calculated step in your game. You even planned out when you were going to have sex with me!โYou robbed me of my privacy and my pride, Mason! You donโt love me. You merely wanted to own me in your perverted way! You donโt know how to love any
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 184
Her bathrobe was pulled wide open as she lay on the desk in the study, the fluorescent light illuminating her smooth and fair skin. Mason held tight to her slender waist and smacked her hips. He sneered, โNow, Iโm going to show you how I treat a plaything!โHer face paled. She couldnโt get away from him. Under the fluorescent light, she was at his mercy as he thrust into her roughly. He was treating her in ways that not even the cheapest escorts deserved.The light was blinding. Her body was subjected to immense pain, but it was nothing compared to what she was feeling in her heart. Gripping the edges of the desk, she withstood his furious humping with every bit of energy in her.There was a small, hard thing in her hands and it was scraping her palm.She turned her head to the side and released her grip when she could no longer take his brutal thrusts. There was a pair of exquisite cufflinks in her sweaty palm, its radiant diamond was bloodied now.It was her own blood.โฆ
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 185
It was close to noon by the time the servants found Zoe in the study.It was day, but the lights were still on. Zoe was lying flat on the wooden desk. A black bathrobe was all she was wearing. All the evidence of Mason's lust and her body's reaction to it had all but dried up on her body.Her eyes were closed and there were the salt trails of dried tears on her cheeks. Lying there motionless, her face was unusually flushed. The servant touched her and found that she was burning up. Frightened, she yelled, โMs. Zoe has got a fever!โ She was old and she had been married too. It didnโt take her too long to figure out what caused the fever. She called Mason immediately but nobody picked up. At that moment, Mason was having a meeting with the higher-ups of the Lockwood Corporation. There was a big project and he was ready to take it on, but the top management staff and shareholders had more conservative ideas. They thought he was moving too quickly and that it was too risky.About ha
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 186
The joke was on her!โฆThings werenโt looking good in the conference room back in Lockwood Corporation. Ava barged into the room and whispered in Masonโs ears. He raised his eyes and looked at her, speechless.She gritted her teeth and continued to say, โThe feverโs nasty and she suffered some flesh wounds as well. Also, there was some conflict when they checked into the hospital. Ms. Zoe probably knows that Lilith is staying in the presidential suite!โHe sat there quietly for a long time. After a long pause, he rose and announced, โMeeting adjourned!โ Then, he raced out of the conference room. Ava was at his heels and said, โYour car is ready! Should we head for the hospital now, Mr. Mason?โHe didn't respond.Sitting in the car, he leaned on the seat and closed his eyes. An image of Zoe lying on the table came to his mind. Then, he heard her voice in his head. โYou donโt know how to love anyone, Mason!โHe probably did what he did to her because she pushed his buttons!
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 187
She said in a weak but firm tone, โI wonโt be your wife anymore! I want a divorce, Mason! You can try to manipulate or threaten me, but I wonโt change my mind again! I want nothing from you. All I ask is Noahโs legal contract and the two percent share of Lockwood Corporation.โMason stared at her, โThose are the most valuable things!โShe smirked nonchalantly, โFeel free to drag it out if you donโt want to agree to my terms.โHe was about to say something when her door was pushed open gently. It was Lilith, sitting in a wheelchair, her scrawny cheeks looking sickly. She looked at Zoe and said carefully, โIโm sorry, Zoe! I didnโt mean to stay in the suite. I swear I didnโt know that it was reserved for the Lockwood families. Iโll move out of it right now.โWhat a hypocrite, Zoe thought.She had never taken it out on Lilith for messing up their marriage because she thought it was Masonโs fault all this time. However, she was deeply disgusted by Lilithโs words!For that matter, he
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 188
Zoe said with trembling lips, โIf you care so much about her, then feel free to marry her, Mason!โ She felt around with her hands and found a pill bottle. Mason walked over and picked it up. It was a bottle of birth control pills. He looked at her and she stared back at him. She uttered calmly, โYou didnโt wear a condom last night! So, I went ahead and took a pill. Do you have a problem with that?โHe replied with a blank face, โNone whatsoever!โ With that, he turned around and left. Lilith groaned when he brushed past her. โMason!โ Lowering his head, he looked at her bloodied forehead and barked at the doctors standing at the door, โDress her wounds! She needs to die pretty, so make sure there isn't a scar!โLeaving the ward, he marched into the hallway. What Zoe said kept playing on a loop in his mind.โYou didnโt wear a condom last night! So, I went ahead and took a pill. Do you have a problem with that?โIt wasnโt that long ago that he took a stroll with her under the
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 189
The next morning, Mason received a call from the hospital. It was Lilithโs doctor, Dr. Zahir.โMs. Lilith wasnโt feeling too well last night, but sheโs bounced back after our valiant efforts! Of course, I canโt claim credit for it on my own. It took an entire team to do it.โLeaning on the couch, Mason rubbed his brows, โWhat about Zoe? Did her fever come back?โZahir started stammering at that. Sitting upright, he asked, โWhat happened to her?โZahir felt a chill down his spine. Did he bet on the wrong horse? Wasnโt Lilith the lady Mason cared most about in the world? Was it actually Zoe, his legitimate wife?He wouldnโt dare lie to Mason, so he said, โMs. Zoe started having intermittent fever episodes, but weโre short-staffed. Fortunately, your servant was very capable. She used the traditional way to bring down her body temperature. Ms. Zoe is doing fine and feeling much better now!โZahir tried to make light of the situation, but Mason flung a crystal ashtray across the roo
์ต์ ์ฑํฐ
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1465
In the presidential suite, the newlywed night was fiery, filled with affection and intimacy. The wedding banquet was still bustling with excitement.There was a special guest, who quietly arrived and hoped to leave just as quietly. He was afraid to disturb her mood and feared that if she saw him, she might not be pleased. However, despite his best efforts, they still crossed paths in the hallway.Gael stood quietly, watching Yanni. She had just taken Ella to the restroom, as she wasnโt comfortable leaving her alone. Besides Ella, there was another small girl with her, probably one of the twins she had with Keaton. The other twin was her brother.The twins were named Shay Bright and Drew Bright. Ella adored her younger siblings. Whenever she came home from school, she would always spend some time playing with them first. At night, she would sneak her little sister into her room and cuddle her to sleep, treating her like a little doll.At first, Yanni was quite worried, but she lat
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1464
In the early morning, the first rays of sunlight bathed the earth, signaling a joyous occasion at the Sanders family home. The youngest daughter of Noah and Gwynn was finally getting married. Even more delightful, she was marrying her childhood love. Dressed in a headpiece and red bridal gown, she was as beautiful as could be, the most stunning woman Zion had ever seen.The Quarto family was busy with preparations. Although they were not extremely wealthy, Jordyn was a capable family head with a good reputation. He handled both inside and outside affairs with finesse and charm. To everyoneโs surprise, he got along very well with Mason.However, Noah had some reservations. โDon't you have any relatives of your own, Mason?โMason didnโt engage with his criticism. Together with Zoe, they helped with the wedding arrangements. A traditional Chinese wedding was far more elaborate than a Western one, but thankfully, the families had enough help to avoid any chaotic moments.During the d
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1463
That night, Jamie and Paityn returned home with their daughter Carol. As soon as they arrived, Carol went to do her homework, while Paityn went to check on their youngest son, Colten Lockwood. The housekeeper was taking care of him and, upon hearing footsteps, turned her head and softly said, "Madam, you're back? He hasn't woken up at all, he's such a good boy."Paityn smiled lightly and signaled for the housekeeper to go downstairs and rest.When the door closed, she looked down at the sleeping Colten. The little one, only eight months old, resembled his father completely; almost like a miniature copy of Jamie. Even Carol, at times, would look at her brotherโs face and marvel: "Itโs really a masterpiece from God!"Jamie replied, "You even know what a masterpiece is?"Carol teased, "A husbandโs looks are the wifeโs glory!"Paityn quietly said to Jamie, โShe must have seen a supermodel runway show."Jamie immediately asked, "Did she like it?"Paityn didn't answer, just smiled.
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1462
On the second floor, Gwen was trying on her wedding dress for tomorrow. Just as Zion had wished, it was a traditional Zutriysteinian wedding.The red wedding gown was crafted by the top artisans from Zutriystein, elegant and dignified. The headpiece she wore was adorned with wild pearls; each gem was carefully embedded, and the headpiece alone cost tens of millions. A substantial amount of money had been spent.The woman in the mirror was stunningly beautiful. Gwen gently touched her headpiece and muttered to herself, "Zion really doesnโt mind spending money on this little hobby of his."Gwynn, as a mother, patted her head. "This little girl really doesnโt know when to keep quiet, but luckily, sheโs married well and is right here beside me..."She had given a generous wedding gift, exactly the same as when Holly got married. Like Holly, Gwen didnโt want any shares of the Sanders Group. The money that Zion earned was enough to support both of them and his small hobbies.Meanwhile
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1461
Ignacio said, "We canโt take care of both of you."Holly was at a loss for words.Lucius was at that lively age, but he was raised by his father and had good manners. When he saw Ocelotte, he respectfully greeted him, saying, "Second Uncle."Ocelotte patted his little head, thinking that the boy seemed sturdier than his own children, possibly because Molly was too fragile. He made a mental note to make sure Yeager got some extra nutrients when he went back.The black Rolls-Royce Phantom sped down the highway, getting them back to the Qiao family mansion before evening.The Sanders familyโs sons had all moved out, leaving only Gwen still living at home. Holly, who rarely came back, was also staying at the house. She didnโt refuse, planning to stay for a few days before heading to Silvercrest to visit her biological parents and pay respects.The car pulled into the Sanders Residence, and the house was lit up brightly.In the courtyard parking area, luxury cars were parked everywhe
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1460
In the evening, Gwen was preparing to leave work.In the parking lot, she spotted Zionโs car, but it was empty. Just then, a school leader passed by and said to her, โZion came to school. Thereโs a donation ceremony happening in the auditorium. You should go check it out. "Then, you two can head home together afterward. On a cold day like this, a nice dinner would be perfect. What a cozy idea!โGwen playfully replied, โYou really know how to enjoy life.โThe leader, holding a bag of groceries, laughed, โSee? Your teacherโs wife has been nagging me since morning to go home and cook while babysitting the grandkids.โGwen smiled softly, watching him leave.In the sky, clouds glowed orange and yellow, their edges tinged with gold.She carried a thermos as she walked toward the auditorium. Along the way, a few students noticed her and started chirping excitedly, cheekily calling her โMs. Gwen.โGwen corrected them, โItโs Ms. Gwen.โThe students laughed and teased, โMs. Gwen! Mr. Z
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1459
Gwen stared dazedly at the man.Zion, dressed in a black coat, stood tall in the study, exuding an oppressive aura. He walked toward her and pulled the teary-eyed girl, her face streaked like a little tabby cat, into his arms. One hand gently smoothed her hair as his voice softened to the extreme, "Still saying you didnโt cry."Gwen leaned against his shoulder, mumbling, "You did it on purpose.""Are you at least a little touched?"She pounded on him twice more in response.Zion chuckled lowly, letting the girl vent while his heart ached silently.These past five years had been filled with fear and uncertainty for him. He had been afraid that before he could make a name for himself, Gwen would fall for someone else. If that happened, what could he possibly use to ask her to come back to him?The love story of a poor boy and a rich girl might've existed in novels, but the reality was often harsh.Gwen didnโt care, but he couldnโt bear to let her endure hardship.Now, as they
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1458
Zion and Gwen's marriage seemed inevitable, with no one putting up any resistance. Occasionally, Gwen even had a strange illusion.It all went so smoothly that the years of separation seemed like they had never happened, as if she and Zion had always been together. After their reunion, he didnโt even ask her about her life abroad and treated her just as he did before.She was no longer as youthful and tender, but Zion still saw her as if she were a 20-year-old girl. Gwen felt a bit dejected, thinking to herself, he must just like girls around 18-year-old.But unfortunately, the spring river flows eastward and cannot return!Zion only smiled.In winter, the days grew shorter. After work, Gwen arrived at Zion's villa, but he had not yet come home. The two housekeepers had already started preparing dinner.When Gwen got out of the car, she received a call from Zion. Her voice was soft and tender.โWhen will you be back?โOn the other end, Zion checked the time and said, โIโll be
I Refuse to Divorce!ย ย ย Chapter 1457
Zion noticed Gwen gazing at him with those wide, expectant eyes again. With a chuckle, he reached into the pocket of his trench coat, pulled out a sleek wallet, and carefully extracted a platinum card. He placed it in her outstretched hand and said with a smile, โThis is my secondary card. Thereโs no credit limit.โ Gwen gasped softly, then teased, โWow, arenโt you generous? Thank you, Teacher Qin.โ Zion gave her a light tap on the head. Not missing a beat, Gwen wrapped her arms around his neck and grinned mischievously, โThank you, my sugar daddy.โ Zionโs response was to pull her close, cupping her cheeks as he kissed her fiercely. Though he once carried himself as an educator and now as a refined businessman, he found himself utterly smitten by her playful antics. After the kiss, Zion leaned close to Gwen's ear and murmured something uncharacteristically crude that sent a shiver down her spine. He playfully nipped her nose. โTurns out youโve got a thing for bad boy
