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148: Just Not Wanting to Feel Pitiful and Pathetic
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Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 149: Ruoya's Reluctance
With a heavy sigh, Ruoya picked up the discarded clothes from the floor, piece by piece, dressing herself. Her gaze fell on the crimson splash on the beige bed sheet and it dawned on her that she was, indeed, Jacob's woman now.However, the realization only brought her more pain. Jacob's evasive gaze, the apologetic expression on his face, they were enough to confirm her fears. No matter that he'd taken her innocence, he would not marry her, nor take responsibility.Was she really okay with this? Hell no.After getting dressed, Ruoya walked into the living room. Jacob was there, head bowed, avoiding eye contact. Yet, she didn't utter a single word and continued to walk towards the door."Ruoya, give me some time," Jacob finally broke the silence.Time. The word triggered a bitter laugh from Ruoya. How many times had he used that excuse? Could she still believe him?She refused to be fooled again. She resolved to depend on herself. Even if she couldn't have Jacob's heart, she would sta
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 150: What Is He Really Reluctant to Part with?
Flora glanced at her, "Lizzie, Emily will be back tonight. Even though you two have never met, you are her sister-in-law after all. You must take good care of her, understand?""Yes, Mom, I understand." The return of the unseen Emily stirred an inexplicable unease in Lizzie's heart.The absent Emily, who was she really? Lizzie had no clue."For dinner tonight, why don't you help Chaperone with the preparations? It'll be a nice gesture." Flora could hardly stand the sight of her reaping Yelun's affection without lifting a finger."Alright." Lizzie felt it was only right, considering they were family, despite not having met before."No need," Yelun interjected, "The servants can do the kitchen work. It's rare for Lizzie to visit. Why not sit and chat instead?"Flora's insistence was a reflection of her inner discontent towards Lizzie.Unfazed, Lizzie assured, "It's okay, Dad. Precisely because I don't visit often, I should help out."With Lizzie's agreement, Yelun didn't press further.
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 151: Just because I say I want, will you do it?
A flash of displeasure crossed Flora's heart, but she held it in, a somewhat insincere smile on her face. "Everyone is here. Let's have dinner."Bruno had never taken her seriously. He'd make such a statement in front of so many people, clearly intending to embarrass her. But she, Flora, would not easily be provoked into a direct confrontation with him."Sure." With Flora's assistance, Yelun moved towards the dining room.Exquisite dishes of various colors on the table seemed in no way inferior to a five-star hotel. Yelun sat in the main seat, looking at the four people on either side. "Emily, you just got back today. We should just eat at home. When I have time, I'll take you out for a meal. You won't blame me, will you?"Flora had been nagging at him daily, and he'd finally agreed to let Emily return home."Dad, why would I? I've been abroad for so many years, and I really miss home. Seeing these authentic Chinese dishes, I'm almost drooling." Emily laughed heartily. Returning to th
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 152: Estranged Because of Strangeness
Bruno looked at Yelun sitting in the office, surprised to see Flora and Emily there too. This unexpected situation caught him off guard."Brother, I can't believe how well the company is doing in just a few years," Emily said excitedly as soon as she entered the office.She had talked to Yelun for a long time last night before he agreed."Is that so?" Bruno merely smiled."Of course, Dad, can I go and explore around?" Emily asked Yelun instead of Bruno."Go ahead," Yelun surprisingly agreed.Adeline was about to walk into the office when she accidentally bumped into Emily, causing the coffee she was holding to spill all over Emily's clothes.Emily's light beige coat was covered in coffee stains. She looked at the woman in front of her, feeling a sense of familiarity but couldn't quite remember."I'm sorry," Adeline quickly apologized."Is saying sorry enough? Do you know how much this coat cost?" Emily glanced at Adeline disdainfully.Adeline knew exactly who the person in front of he
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 153: When Parallel Lines Intersect
Lizzie was held tightly by Bruno, his eyes filled with endless affection, rendering her speechless, her gaze dodging his heated look.Bruno chuckled lightly. "Let's head upstairs," he said nonchalantly, steering Lizzie towards the stairs.Only after Emily and Flora watched the pair ascend the stairs, did they exchange glances. "Mom, they didn't overhear us talking, did they?" Emily was slightly unsettled."Don't worry, Emily. And you should head to bed early. You're heading to work tomorrow, and your father hasn't mentioned buying you a new car yet," Flora said, looking at her daughter with concern."No worries, mom. She gave me the car keys," Emily comforted her mother. Despite Bruno and Yelun's disapproval, Lizzie had insisted on the gesture."But she's driven that car. Surely we can afford a better, newer one," Flora said, unhappy about her daughter inheriting anything from Lizzie."Mother, that's not the point. Everything here was ours to begin with. I'm taking it back, piece by p
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 154: Mismatched
"You're here to watch this, aren't you?" It surprised Bruno that she was still standing there, holding several magazines that featured him on their covers.Lizzie spun around swiftly upon hearing his voice. She thought she might have been hallucinating, but when she saw Bruno, all the books in her hands dropped to the floor."You, how are you…" Lizzie took a step back, her face full of astonishment.Bruno bent down to pick up the books she had dropped. "If you want to read them, buy them and do it at home. Have you not tired yourself out standing here all morning?"Seeing her standing there reading his interviews filled him with a sudden joy."I'm going now," Lizzie fled from the bookstore without collecting her books.However, Bruno bought all of her books and then left the store.As Lizzie rushed out, she bumped into someone coming from the other direction. "I'm sorry.""Why don't you look where you're going?!" The sharp voice of Song Mei Qiong didn't match her expensive attire."Au
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 155: I Believe
Upon hearing the gossip that Bruno was accompanied by a woman who was not a client to the company, Emily quickly ascended the stairs to investigate, only to be disappointed.“What did you expect?” Bruno asked without looking up."Didn't know, hence came to look." Emily took a seat next to Lizzie, "Sister-in-law," she assured, "If my brother does anything wrong to you, or wrongs you in any way, I promise to tell you. Rest easy, I will watch out for him."Lizzie turned to Emily, wondering if her enthusiasm was a bit much."I trust Bruno," Lizzie replied with a smile.At that moment, Adeline, who was delivering coffee, heard her words and trembled slightly, causing a soft clink from the china cup.To Adeline, Lizzie's faith in Bruno was laughable. How could she trust him? And if Lizzie did, what did that mean for her?How could Lizzie trust in their marriage devoid of promises?Alone in the office, Lizzie held a music textbook she just purchased from the bookstore. She had only read two
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 156：Isn't It Good to be the President's Wife?
Jacob was taken aback. Was Bruno truly aiming to sever his ties with Lizzie completely? Impossible. "I haven't forgotten," Jacob calmly replied."Well, that's good. If you had forgotten, I would remind you. I don't want you contacting my wife," Bruno spoke into the phone."Bruno, if you can truly make her happy, I would have no contact with Lizzie whatsoever. But if you mistreat her in any way, I will take her away. Surely,” Despite the pain in his heart, Jacob's greatest wish was for Lizzie's happiness. He once couldn't provide it, and now, when he wanted to, Lizzie didn't need it, right?Bruno chuckled coldly, "Well then, you just watch. However, if you're willing to take my cast-offs, when the day comes that I no longer want her, you can take her away."That day would come because the marriage was doomed for a tragic end from the start.Listening to Bruno's words, Jacob realized that in Bruno's eyes, Lizzie was worthless. He would take her when he wanted and discard her when he was
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Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 172: The Promise of a Lifetime（The End）
On a sunny weekend, a month later, Bruno drove with Lizzie to the orphanage.Although it was already afternoon, the orphanage was still bustling with activity. Bruno walked hand in hand with Lizzie through the sprawling garden, watching the children running around on the grass, unaffected by the heat. Among them was Adeline.Her once long hair had been cut into a stylish short style, making her look refreshed.There was a pure and genuine smile on her face, devoid of any traces of pain. She had forgotten the past, forgotten the pain she had endured. She was genuinely happy.Xu Wan approached them. "Adeline has been doing well during this time."She stood beside Bruno and Lizzie, reminiscing about Adeline's past. "Adeline used to have a strong sense of inferiority because she felt abandoned by her parents. She always wore a mask of strength and tried to distance herself from this place. But who would have thought that after all these years, she would come back completely transformed."
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 171 Chapter 171: Adeline's Fate
Bruno gave a nod, "Alright, I understand. I'll accompany Lizzie.""But, boss, what about Adeline?" Lycan spoke up, noticing that Bruno hadn't mentioned Adeline at all."How is she?" Bruno asked flatly. Even though Adeline had taken a bullet for him, his attitude toward her hadn't changed."The details are still unclear. She's currently in surgery," Lycan reported, "What if the situation isn't promising?" Given Adeline's critical condition upon being taken to the hospital, it was uncertain if she'd survive."We'll cross that bridge when we come to it. Keep a watch on her and keep me updated. Lizzie was deeply shaken by this. I need to be with her." Having said that, Bruno retreated into the patient room.Watching the closed door, Jepan murmured, "Lycan, did you notice? The boss doesn't really care about Adeline, even if she took a bullet for him. He didn't even blink.""I know. In his heart, there is only room for Lizzie. She must be scared after what happened. And if the bullet had hi
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 170: Aren't you afraid to die?
Lizzie struggled with all her might, but her white blouse was ripped apart, buttons scattering across the floor.Charles stared at her exposed, smooth skin, his eyes locked onto her."Bruno certainly has a good eye," Charles remarked, tut-tutting softly.Lizzie pursed her lips in anger. The way Charles was looking at her felt like an insult."It's just the two of us here. Don't be shy." Charles pulled her close into his arms, planting a kiss on her cheek. The light contact made her feel nauseous from the bottom of her heart.Just as Charles was about to rip off the remainder of her blouse, a loud commotion erupted outside.Before they could react, the wooden door was kicked down. Bruno, dressed in a black suit, stood at the entrance."Bruno," Lizzie cried out in relief. Her heart, held tight with worry, finally eased. She tried to move towards him, but Charles held her back.Charles was taken aback by Bruno's appearance. "Bruno?""So you recognize me, and yet you dare touch my woman."
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 169: Everything on the Line for Her
Lizzie was tied up, unable to move. Even if she wanted to escape from the high-rise building, she was trapped.Footsteps echoed from outside. The sound of shoes on concrete indicated there were a lot of people approaching. Lizzie shrunk into a corner as the door was thrust open, and to her surprise, Charles was the first to enter."You," Lizzie looked up at him."Miss Lizzie, hello. We meet again." Charles approached her, looking down from his superior height."What do you want?" Lizzie was taken aback; she never expected it would be him.Charles crouched down to her level. "Of course, I've been thinking about you." He caressed her face gently, "I've missed this soft cheek of yours."He was ready to risk it all for her. Bruno had canceled their partnership because of her. Charles wouldn't be lenient either.Lizzie turned her face away, "Don't touch me. Take your dirty hands off me." Was this man really intending to possess her? Just because of that one meeting at the nightclub?"Miss
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 168 Lizzie is being hunted
Just as Lizzie had risen and was attempting to guide Yelun back to the villa, two men suddenly appeared beside her. They forcefully shoved Yelun's wheelchair away from her grasp. "You guys..." Lizzie advanced to grab the wheelchair, but was held back by one man gripping her arm, preventing her from moving forward.Helplessly, Lizzie watched as Yelun's wheelchair rolled a considerable distance before tipping over, taking him with it.She tried to scream for help, only to realize the park was eerily devoid of people."Who are you and what do you want? Let me go!" Lizzie struggled in vain against their firm grip."Dad!" She yelled, but was swiftly restrained by the two men and forced into a vehicle.With the engine roaring to life, Lizzie watched as the park faded into the distance. She frantically pounded on the car window shouting, "Let me out, let me out!"The car sped further away, and Lizzie swivelled around to look at her captors. She reached for her mobile phone, only to realize i
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 167: It's Because I Care
Bruno rose from his seat and walked over to her. "How did you get here? Did you drive yourself?" he asked. "Yes," Lizzie nodded. "Don't worry, I drove carefully." She was aware that her driving skills were not the best, so she seldom drove on her own. "Next time, let me know if you want to go out. I'll come pick you up," Bruno said, gripping her hand tightly. Lizzie nestled into his arms with a smile. "Understood. You must be hungry. Let's eat before the food gets cold. I made this meal myself." She led him to the couch, opened the lunchbox she had brought, and prepared to serve the food. "Nothing beats having a wife who knows how to take care of me and cook such delicious meals," Bruno said, wrapping one arm around her while picking up the chopsticks with the other hand. He reached out to feed her a bite. "You haven't eaten yet, have you? Try this." "I had a late breakfast. I'm not hungry yet." Despite her words, Lizzie accepted the piece of braised pork he held out to h
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 166: The Scent of Another Woman's Perfume
"Bruno, Bruno," Adeline watched as the elevator doors closed, was he really so heartless? Just to go back to Lizzie, he could abandon her so easily.Jepan stood beside her, watching Adeline's pale face, "Adeline, should we go? Do you need me to carry you?" he teased, grinning wickedly.Adeline was about to respond when Jepan interrupted her, "I might have thought about it, but I don't have the guts. I don't want to be misunderstood by Louise.""YOU!" Adeline glared at Jepan, who had never shown any kindness towards her. Especially now, when even Bruno had abandoned her, he became even more ruthless."No need, I can walk on my own." Adeline hobbled slightly as she entered the elevator, Jepan followed with a leisurely laugh.Bruno drove back to the villa at top speed. The villa was still brightly lit, were they not sleeping yet?In the living room, Lizzie held their son, both sitting there. Lizzie had a finance magazine in her hand, and their son was playing video games in front of the
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 165: The Woman Madly in Love
The hotel banquet hall, Bruno in a black suit, with Jepan trailing him, still dressed casually."Boss, did you come in person because you wanted to confirm something?" Jepan asked."Isn't Charles coming too?" Bruno looked at Jepan, his smile inscrutable.Jepan nodded, "Boss, I bet you don't know someone else is coming.""Who?" As Bruno's words fell, a familiar voice came from behind."Bruno." Adeline, dressed in a graceful purple, approached from behind.Bruno's face fell as he watched Adeline approach him."Boss, I guess I'll go in first." Jepan wisely withdrew, regretting he hadn’t warned Bruno earlier.Seeing the gloom on Bruno's face, Jepan figured it was best to make himself scarce.Bruno was about to move forward when Adeline grabbed his arm, "Bruno, we're not strangers, are we?""How did you get here?" Bruno halted, addressing her."Bruno, I knew you were coming. You don't want to see me, but I had no choice but to come here." Adeline clasped his arm.Bruno pushed her hand away
Love-Battle Executive: Husband of High Society Fails 164 A Good Choice
Bruno held her tightly, "You should go home early today, I have things to do tonight.""Okay." Lizzie nodded, understanding that he didn't need to tell her everything, aware that he was very busy. Although there was nothing she could do to help, she didn't want her presence to disrupt his work.Before the end of the workday, Bruno had his driver take her back to her apartment. Lizzie had a small meal, her appetite wasn't great. She made herself a bowl of noodles, but only ate a few bites and settled in to watch TV. Bob, her dog, was sitting next to her, more engrossed in the TV than she was.Bruno and Adeline sat in a French restaurant that evening. The dim yellow light and soothing music made the atmosphere elegant and romantic."Bruno, I ordered a couple's set meal, hope you don't mind?" Adeline had already ordered when they were seated."Of course I don't mind, as long as you like it." Bruno was not particularly fond of Western food. As he looked at the premium steak set meal in fr
