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Chapter 8

Author: Philipa__
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ERIC'S POV

The engine of my car roars loudly due to how higfsst I'd been speeding. I move into the driveway of my house. I don’t even bother to shut it off properly. My fingers tremble out of anger as I yank the keys out of the ignition and swing the car door open. My boots hit the ground with a loud thud, and I’m storming toward the house before I even realize it.

Mia. Married to Alexander.

I can't believe it. Never in a thousand years did I think this would happen. I never even believed she would escape prison so soon. Over the years, I'd forgotten about her yet here she was.

The thought of her being married to that bastard twists in my stomach like poison. My jaw tightens as I try to make sense of it. It doesn’t make sense. It shouldn’t make sense.

She looked... different. More confident, radiant even. Her hair looked more luscious than I remembered. Her smile was enough to ought up the whole room. And that dress.... Fuck!

What the hell is wrong with me? I shouldn't be thinking a
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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 9

    MIA'S POVI sit at the dining table, carefully tying Wendy’s shoes, though every stretch sends a painful ache shooting up my leg. The heel incident from last night left my leg broken and it hurts every time I do something. My daughter, Wendy, squirms in her seat. “Mommy, I have a quesrion" she says. I smile at her "What is it, honey?" "Why do stars not fall down?” she asks as her tiny hands grip her glittery backpack straps.I laugh at her innocence. In this moment, I forget about the pain in my leg. “Because they’re held up in the sky by magic,” I say with a wink. She gasps dramatically. “Really? Like princess magic?”“Exactly like that,” I reply with a chuckle, ruffling her curls. “Now, are you ready for school, my little star?”Wendy giggles, throwing her arms around my neck in a quick hug. “Ready!”I glance at the clock. If we don’t leave now, she’ll be late. Grabbing my keys and bag, I limp toward the door with Wendy hopping happily behind me, but just as I reach for the kn

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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 10

    MIA'S POVThe car comes to a slow halt in front of the mansion. My leg hurts like hell and I wince. I can feel the officer's eyes on me as he steps out to open my door.“Miss Mia,” he says softly, bowing his head. “I deeply apologize for the misunderstanding earlier. We had no idea—”“It’s alright,” I interrupt. I smile as I step out of the car “You were just doing your job.”He looks surprised. He was probably expecting anger or resentment but I don’t have the energy for either. I'm not that kind of person. As I step out, pain shoots up my leg, and I wince. I try to hide it, but he notices.“Are you sure you don’t need help inside?”I shake my head. “I’ll manage. Thank you.”The moment I step into the house, the maids rush toward me immediately. “Miss Mia! Are you okay?” one of them asks “What happened?” another questions. “Your leg! Are you hurt?”I force a smile, raising my hands to calm them. “I’m fine, really. It’s just a little sore.”One of the younger maids, Sarah, looks l

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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 11

    JULIA'S POVThe moment Eric walks into the room, I can feel how tense he is. He’s been pacing all day. His eyes are literally dark with frustration, and I know exactly what or rather, who, is bothering him.“Mia,” I say flatly, crossing my arms as I lean against the doorway.He freezes mid-step, “What about her?”“Don’t play dumb, Eric,” I snap “You’ve been restless ever since she got out of jail. Don’t think I haven’t noticed.”“I’m restless because she’s dangerous,” he bites back, turning to face me. “Not because of whatever you’re insinuating.”I let out a bitter laugh, shaking my head. “Dangerous? To who? You, or us? Or maybe just to your fragile ego because you've seen she's moved on without you.”His eyes narrow, and he takes a step closer "You don’t understand, Julia. She’s not just some woman anymore. People don’t just get out of prison that easily unless they have power or connections. This isn’t about feelings. This is about knowing what she's up to. I got her arrested agai

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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 12

    MIA’S POVI sit on the couch of the VIP section, I’m pleased with everything so far. The place is luxurious and everything here is detailed.I sip champagne as the attendants carefully display dress after dress for me. They’re polite, attentive, and very respectful. I can feel their admiration for me.An attendant holds out a red dress “Miss Mia, this would bring out your eyes. You should consider this”I take a good look at the dress. Sure, it’s beautiful. It’s a long fitted evening dress with a huge cleavage. The whole dress is adorned with stones that shimmer in the light. It looks elegant and bold. It’s a perfect fit for someone like me.Still, I don’t connect with it.“It’s beautiful” I say “But I don’t like it. Can I see more options?”She bows her head “Of course, ma’am”The attendants continue to show me more dresses.One gown in particular catches my eye. It’s a lovely blend of midnight blue and silver that sparkles under the lights. Before I can reach for it, though, a movem

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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 13

    MIA’S POVThe air in the room shifts instantly. Julia’s face is filled with so much shock that it almost makes me laugh. She looks between me and the manager in disbelief. I can see the wheels turning in her head as she tries to process it all.“You’re joking,” she says.She tries to keep her expression neutral now but it’s too late. I know Julia like the back of my hand and it doesn’t take a genius to know that she’s upset. Not to mention, surprised out of her mind.The manager shakes his head. “Not at all. Miss Sophia took ownership recently. She has full authority here. Is she the one you were referring to? You should apologize to her”I meet Vanessa’s gaze with a smile “Surprised, Vanessa? You’ve always underestimated me.”She stares at me for a long moment, her hands clenching at her sides. Finally, she forces a tight laugh, though it sounds strained. “Well, congratulations. I’m sure you’re very proud of yourself.”I let the silence stretch between us, watching her squirm before

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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 14

    MIA’S POVThe house feels quiet as I unlock the door and step inside. I set my purse down on the entryway table. It’s late—later than I intended. I’m tired from the long day at the store and the office. But the sight that greets me as I close the door behind me makes me stop in my tracks.Alexander is standing in the living room with his tall frame dominating the space. He looks completely at ease. His sleeves are rolled up to his elbows, revealing the sleeve tattoo on his muscular forearm. In his hand is a half-filled glass of wine.My breath catches for a split second, and I hate myself for it. Alexander is cold and impossible to read. Yet, every time I see him, there’s a magnetic pull I can’t quite explain. He’s handsome in the kind of way that’s almost unfair. It makes it hard for someone to look away from him.When his eyes meet mine, I forget to breathe.“You’re home late,” Alexander says.“I was at the store,” I reply evenly, walking further into the room. “The new one. I neede

    Huling Na-update : 2024-11-27
  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 15

    THIRD PERSON’S POVMia leans back in the chair with her wine glass. Cynthia keeps trying outfit after outfit. Mia can’t help but laugh at some of Cynthia’s funny antics.“What about this one?” Cynthia asks, spinning around in a sleek, emerald-green dress that hugs her figure.Mia tilts her head with a smile “It suits you. Bold, confident—definitely your style.”Cynthia grins, turning back to admire herself in the mirror. “I knew you’d say that.”Before Mia can respond, a movement from the corner of her eye catches her attention. A man stands just beyond the racks of clothing with his gaze fixed on her.Eric.Her smile vanishes, replaced by a look of irritation. He stands there like a statue. His expression is one of shock. His shock intensifies after she speaks to her staff members about the file. She can see how surprised he is to hear that she owns the place.“Mia?” Cynthia’s voice interrupts her thoughts. She follows Mia’s gaze and spots Eric. “Who’s that?”Mia’s grip on her wine g

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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 17

    MIA’S POVThe day of the fashion event has finally arrived. Today is a big day. Today, I will step into the world I’ve worked so hard for, and I can’t help but feel proud of myself. I feel a bit anxious too. I can’t wait to see my clothes on the runway.I take a deep breath as I roll out of bed, stretching my limbs. I’ve had my mind wrapped around the event for weeks now. I’ve planned everything down to the smallest detail, from the presentation to the outfits, and now, I only need to focus on enjoying the day.But, as I stand in front of the mirror, looking at myself with my hair still tousled, I remember that I didn’t remember to tell Alexander about the event.. With everything I’ve been juggling—work, preparing for the event, making sure Wendy was settled—I completely forgot.I make my way toward Alexander’s room. Maybe it’s not too late. Maybe I can catch him before he leaves. But when I reach his door and gently push it open, I find that his side of the bed is already empty. His

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  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 65

    MIA’S POVThe office is silent except for the ticking of the clock. It’s late—later than I’d intended to stay, but throwing myself into work has become second nature. Numbers blur together on my screen, but I keep going.James’ face comes up in my memory like a ghost. He’s just away on a work trip, I remind myself for the hundredth time. That’s all it is. Yet, the ache in my chest refuses to fade. There’s a nagging feeling. I feel doubtful about it but I push it away.And then there’s Alexander. My chest tightens at the thought of him. Alexander, with his charm and those eyes that see right through me. He makes my heart race, but he’s made it clear what he wants: no strings, no promises, just… sex. I know I love him. But loving Alexander is like reaching for smoke. It hurts, and yet I can’t seem to stop.A sharp knock on the door startles me, pulling me from my thoughts. Gina peeks her head in, holding a small package.“This just arrived for you,” she says, walking in and placing it o

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 64

    JULIA’S POVI sit at my desk, tapping a pen against the wood as I scroll through my phone for the hundredth time. Eric’s messages are dry. It seems like he doesn’t want to talk to me and he finds every excuse not to come home almost every night. I’ve tried to make plans, to reach out, but it’s like he’s avoiding me. He’s slipping away, and I can’t help but suspect the reason: Mia.The thought makes my jaw tighten. Ever since that damn auction, Eric’s been different. I remember the way he looked at Mia that night, like she was some rare piece of art he couldn’t take his eyes off. It’s nauseating. I’ve done everything—played every card but somehow, she’s still a threat.I grab my phone and try James again. It goes straight to voicemail, just like every other time. The last conversation we had replays in my mind. I had used the family angle, trying to sway him to betray Mia and make plans but he’d stood firm. James had refused to turn against Mia, claiming he wouldn’t betray her no matte

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 63

    MIA’S POVI find myself in a dark place. It’s so dark that I can’t tell where I am. All I know is that the darkness stretches out for what feels like an eternity. It’s all I can see and feel.I look forward and that’s when my eyes land on him – James.I see him here in front of me. His mouth is tied so only muffled sounds come out from his lips. Blood pours out from his wounds, pooling beneath him. His eyes plead with me for help. I scream his name, trying to reach him, but I’m rooted to the spot, helpless. I can’t move, no matter how much I try to. The scene gets even more terrifying as his body goes limp. Instantly, the light fades from his eyes.I wake up with a loud scream and my body trembling. My whole body is drenched in sweat. My chest heaves up and down heavily. My heart is pounding as if it’s trying to escape my ribs. Before I can process anything, the door bursts open, and Alexander comes in with a gun in his hand.“Mia! What happened? Are you okay?” he demands, scanning th

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 62

    ALEXANDER’S POVThe office feels suffocating. There’s a literal mountain of files on my desk. I lean back in my chair, massaging my temples, when Lily, my secretary, walks in. She’s wearing a blouse that’s unbuttoned just enough to make her intentions obvious, and as she bends down to place a file on my desk, her cleavage is practically on display.I roll my eyes. This isn’t the first time she’s pulled something like this.“Is there anything else you need, Mr. Alex?” she asks.“No” I say.She drops a file on the floor ‘accidentally’. She bends so that her ass faces me. Her skirt is lifted up and I can see her panties. At this point, I’m not even angry, I’m just irritated.She gets up and clears her throat “You’re sure there’s nothing you need, sir?”Without even looking up, I reply “No. And you’re fired.”There’s a stunned silence before she stammers, “W-what?”I finally meet her wide-eyed gaze “You heard me. Get out.”She hesitates for a moment. Her mouth opens and closes as if searc

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 61

    ALEXANDER’S POVThe moment I see her smile, it feels like the world stands still. Mia looks radiant and it’s not just because of the soft golden light in the gallery. She’s holding the painting close. Her cheeks are flushed with excitement as she turns to me.“You bought it!” she exclaims.I nod. I can’t stop the smile that’s on my lips. “Of course, I did. It’s beautiful. Just like you.”She laughs. Before I know it, she’s wrapping her arms around me, again then she leans up to place a kiss on my cheek.“Thank you, Alexander,” she says “This means so much to me.”I shrug, playing it cool, but inside, it feels like I’m floating. “If it makes you happy, it’s worth it”It really is. I’d buy you a hundred more if it meant seeing that smile again.She pulls away and excuses herself, saying something about needing to use the bathroom.As she disappears down the hallway, I make my way to the bar. I need something to calm the emotions inside me. This wasn’t part of the plan. I’d convinced mys

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 60

    MIA'S POVThe room is filled with excitement as the auctioneer taps the gavel, signaling the start of the auction. I clasp Alexander’s hand tightly. I'm so excited that I practically hop. He leans in close, whispering in my ear. “Relax, Mia,” he says with a chuckle. “It’s just an auction.”I smile at him "I can't help it" Across the room, I can feel Julia’s eyes on me. She glares at me so hard that I can feel it without even looking at her. I don’t have to look to know she’s watching.But, of course, I do look. I meet her gaze head-on, and for a moment, we’re locked. None of us is willing to back down. She arches her brow and if she has something to prove, she turns her attention to Eric.Eric.She wraps herself over him. Her arm slides possessively around his shoulders. Then, just to drive the point home, she presses her lips to his in a kiss.I laugh softly but Alexander hesrs it. “What’s so funny?” he asks. “Nothing,” I reply, but my gaze goes back to Eric. He’s stiff as a boa

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 59

    MIA’S POVThe night of the auction arrives, and I stand before the mirror as my glam team puts the finishing touches on my look. The velvet red dress they’ve chosen clings to my body like a second skin. It’s high slit gives the dress a sexy look. Pearls adorn my neck, shining in the light. I complete the look with a pair of velvet gloves. "Perfect," one of the stylists murmurs, stepping back to admire their handiwork.I glance at my reflection and feel confident. Tonight, I am every inch the woman I need to be.I smile at my reflection. I won the merger and this auction is the perfect opportunity to celebrate.When I’m done getting dressed, I grab my purse and walk down the staircase. As I move, I hear the faint murmur of Alexander’s voice. He’s on his phone. The sound of my heels grab his attention.When his eyes lift to meet mine, the world seems to slow.Our gazes lock, and it’s as if nothing else exists in this moment. His blue eyes hold mine. I can see several emotions in them

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 58

    ERIC’S POVThe boardroom is suffocating. My suit feels too tight. The air feels too thick, as if the very walls are closing in on me. I shift in my seat, trying to stay composed, though every muscle in my body is tense. I’ve prepared for this day for months but now that it’s here, my mind is racing. The stakes have never been higher.I steal a glance at Mia who’s seated across from me at the other end of the table. She’s calm, collected and I can’t help but admire the way she carries herself. Even now, in the midst of the final deliberations, she doesn’t seem bothered.Mrs Altridge stands up to make an announcement. This is it. The moment we’ve been waiting for“First of all, we want to thank both of you for your incredible presentations” she says “Both of you have shown what true dedication looks like. The level of expertise and effort you’ve put into this project shows how committed you are.”I nod along but all I can think of is Mia. She doesn’t show any signs of nervousness.“And

  • MY EX PUT ME IN JAIL AND NOW HE WANTS ME BACK   Chapter 57

    ERIC’S POVI adjust my tie and rise from my seat. My heart is pounding fast but I try to stay calm.This is my moment. I’ve prepared for weeks for this presentation. There’s no room for error.I make my way to the front of the boardroom, feeling the weight of every eye on me.I turn to face the room. "Ladies and gentlemen," I begin "thank you for giving me the opportunity to present my vision for this merger."I launch into my pitch. My slides are well detailed and my points are sharp. I use every strategy in the book to hold their attention. I talk about synergy, growth, and innovation. I see nods of approval from several board members, and my confidence builds. This is going well.When I finish, the room is filled with applause. A couple of board members exchange glances, murmuring to each other. Their smiles are encouraging. I step down and return to my seat, happy. I nailed it.Then it’s Mia’s turn.She stands. Her movements are confident as if she owns the room. Her heels click

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