"Why are you asking? And why should I tell you?" Grace stood up calmly and gave Benjamin a disdainful look.All of a sudden, Benjamin remembered that they were divorced. He had no right to question Grace about her relationships any more.The thought of her in another man's arms made him uncomfortable. She used to be his and should still be his. This sense of possessiveness came out of nowhere."Why did we get divorced?" he asked coldly.Grace smiled coldly. "It's been so long. What's the use of asking about this now?" Meeting his gaze, she said firmly, "I divorced you because I had had enough of you!""Why weren't you satisfied? For the past three years, I have given you everything, from the clothes you wore to the food you ate. "I even gave you an important position in my company. How's that any different from your life right now?" Benjamin paused, remembering how Grace had seduced him the day before she asked for a divorce. "Is it because I didn't have sex with you?"
Grace clenched her fists tightly, trying to stop herself from hitting him.This was the man Aaron wanted her to marry—the playboy of the Donegan family, Timothy Donegan.If it had just been the arranged marriage, Grace wouldn't have been so angry. Her biggest problem with him was that he had been spreading rumors that she was ugly since he was five years old. In fact, he had sworn that he would never marry her.As if she wanted to marry him!If Donald hadn't been her father's mentor, she would have taught Timothy a lesson through violence.Timothy was still blathering on, oblivious to the change in Grace's attitude. He had no idea that she was the Grace Lewis he knew. "Can I get your contact number—"Before he could finish, Grace threw the handkerchief in his face. He grabbed it. When he looked up again, she had already walked far away.Timothy watched as she strode away, confused.What was wrong with her? Had he said something wrong? He stood there, damp handkerchief i
Soon, Aaron appeared in the living room.He greeted Donald first before going up to Benjamin.Aaron and Benjamin shared the same domineering demeanor. But since Benjamin was here to ask Aaron for a favor, he was a little more reserved."Mr. Lewis. Your reputation precedes you.""Likewise, Mr. Hawkins."When they shook hands, Benjamin could feel the animosity emanating from the man before him. He didn't know why.Donald was dressed in a classic white suit. His smile was as kindly as ever. Yet, his eyes, wrinkled as they were, shone with the shrewdness typical of a businessman."Aaron, I'm here because of Darai Medical Expo," he began cheerfully. "I heard that Hawkins Group has been barred from participating. Is there some kind of misunderstanding there?"Aaron glanced at Benjamin coldly. "No, there isn't. Hawkins Group just isn't a suitable participant where Amirate is concerned.""We're willing to add more money to our sponsorship. I hope that's good enough for you to recons
"Grace is going to Pamore?" Donald was visibly excited to hear that. "If she's going back, then should we talk about the arranged marriage between our two families?"Aaron wasn't as excited as Donald about this. "It will depend on the two of them. They're the ones getting married, after all."Donald understood what Aaron meant.He knew his son. Donald had had Timothy late in life, so he had spoiled him. Even though Timothy was a decent president for Donegan Enterprises, his personal life was a mess. From drinking to hooking up, he had accumulated some really bad habits. He was a far cry from the ideal son-in-law the Lewis family was looking for. Grace was the only daughter of the Lewis family, so naturally, they were all protective of her. Her brothers wouldn't allow her to marry a playboy like Timothy.Donald had met Grace before. She was pretty and kind. She would be a great daughter-in-law.It looked like he would have to send Timothy to Pamore as well and make sure tha
"Since she's so intent on getting divorced, then so be it!" Benjamin raised his voice, anger surging inside him. "Call the lawyer and set an appointment at City Hall."Larry didn't dare hang up yet. "Mr. Hawkins, she said she wants the divorce settled as soon as possible, so they're willing to accommodate our timing."Hearing this, Benjamin threw his phone onto the ground without bothering to hang up. He put a hand on his forehead, feeling his headache intensify. "You're a cruel woman, Grace!"…Over at Amirate's office in Pamore, Grace pushed open the door to the meeting room. She walked up to the executives with Emily.With their friendship repaired, Emily had decided not to return to Frenda. She wanted to help Grace with her career while handling their boutique on the side.Grace introduced herself and Emily. "Hello, everyone. I'm Grace Lewis, the general manager appointed by the Darai headquarters. This is Emily Jenkins, my deputy. "I hope we can work together for the
In the middle of the high street stood a five-story office building. The exterior of the building was entirely made of glass.Today was the re-opening day of Emily's boutique.It had been three years since she last designed anything. Now she was picking up where she left off.This time, her boutique was in a better location than it had been three years ago.The decor inside was unique, with bright lights shining over the carefully selected clothes and jewelry. Simple and elegant, it showcased the exquisite taste of the owners to all passersby.Back then, Grace's and Emily's shop, along with their unique outfit designs, had been all the rage amongst the socialites of Pamore. Many young women had coveted their styles.Even before the doors were opened, there was already a long queue outside. They were all rich ladies, waiting patiently outside with their reservation numbers.Emily had pulled Grace away from Amirate so she could help out with styling clients.They were busy all mo
"Invitations purchased from third parties are void," Grace said, lifting an eyebrow mockingly. "You certainly aren't worthy of my attention.""Of course," she added, "if you spend over 50 thousand dollars here today, I might consider serving you."The Quine family wasn't filthy rich. Yvonne only had so much money to spend, and after the 31 million dollars she wasted on the diamond bracelet, Grace knew that she was broke now.Even if she managed to scrounge up the money somehow, it would only help Emily's profits.Either way, Grace won.Celia, an utter idiot, began urging Yvonne as well. "Yvonne, let's buy everything in this boutique. Then she'll see!"Yvonne lowered her eyes silently, ignoring Celia."No money?" Grace's voice was just loud enough for everyone to hear her. "If you're broke, then why waste the money to buy an invitation just to ogle at things you can't afford? I'm afraid I'll have to call security to turn you out."The world of socialites was a brutal one. Al
Three days later, both parties' lawyers were gathered at City Hall for the procedure. Grace and Benjamin were there on time. When they got the forms, Grace filled them in quickly and without hesitation. In contrast, Benjamin hadn't even started. She gave him a side-eye and said emotionlessly, "I'm a busy woman, Mr. Hawkins."Benjamin's face fell when she rushed him, and he finally started filling in the forms. When they were done, they handed them to the staff member through the window."Wait," Benjamin suddenly said as the female staff member was about to stamp the divorce certificate, making her stop.She had never thought that the first couple she would have to deal with today would be the president of Hawkins Group and his secretary.At first, she had thought that they had fallen in love and come to get married, but this was even more shocking. They were getting a divorce!Benjamin turned to Grace and asked in the same high and mighty tone he had always used with her, "Are