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CHAPTER 10
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2025-04-26 23:30:07In front of the assembled press and media, Lucius stood tall, his posture unwavering as he addressed the crowd. With calm confidence, he began, “Catherine, my wife, has worked as an assistant to Claude for many years. While we were preparing for our marriage, it was Claude and Annie who spread malicious rumors aimed at destroying Catherine’s reputation and creating a rift between us.”
His gaze never faltered as he locked eyes with the camera. “These rumors are completely baseless,” Lucius continued firmly. “My wife is a woman of great dignity, who has always worked diligently and honestly. The defamatory actions of Claude and Annie have not only tarnished Catherine’s reputation but have also eroded public trust.”
The next day, the story dominated the headlines. In that moment, Lucius publicly acknowledged Catherine’s presence, leaving the press in shock. His confession was not only about acknowledging her existence but also about the protective love he had for her, a love that had previously been kept hidden. This revelation sent ripples through the media.
Public opinion immediately turned against Claude. Major and minor brands, once close business partners of his, began canceling contracts. Claude, who had once stood at the pinnacle of his career, was now facing the looming threat of being forgotten and condemned.
“Liam Claude, do you see the consequences of your actions? You have truly disappointed me,” the manager nearby berated him relentlessly.
Claude could not believe his eyes as his career plummeted. He felt dizzy, as if the ground beneath him was crumbling away.
“It’s not like that. Everything was fabricated by Catherine,” Liam Claude clasped his hands together, desperately trying to explain to the manager. But it was all in vain.
“Shut up! I’ve seen your true colors for a long time. Catherine trusted the wrong person... The losses we’ve incurred in just the past two days have already doubled what you’ve earned us,” the manager exploded, slapping Claude across the face.
The force of the slap sent Claude stumbling to the side, his left cheek burning red. Fueled by anger, he wanted to tear Catherine apart right then, but there was no opportunity. Fearing for his job, he knelt down, bowing his head, and begged the manager, “Please, sir, I beg you. I promise, I will fix this immediately. Please trust me one more time!”
The manager looked at him with contempt, his voice cold with fury. “You think a few promises can fix everything? You’ve destroyed our reputation and lost the trust of the brands. Do you honestly believe you can salvage this?”
Claude nodded repeatedly, tears streaming down his face. “I know I was wrong. But please, give me one last chance. I’ll do anything to make up for my mistakes.”
“You fool, do you even realize who Lucius Ravenswood is? You’re not even worth a single hair of his, let alone worthy of Catherine. And you, with that lingerie model, Annie—what else can you do? Fine! I’ll give you one last chance, but remember, if you fail, you’ll have no place left in this industry.”
Claude bowed his head, filled with regret but also determination. “Thank you, sir. I won’t disappoint you this time.”
Before the manager left, he delivered one final blow to Claude’s pride, leaving him shattered. “Even if you have to grovel until your head bleeds, you must apologize to Catherine. Otherwise, you know what will happen to you.”
Claude stood frozen, trembling, his mind spinning. He knew there was no other choice but to find Catherine and beg for her forgiveness. If he didn’t, his career, his honor, and his future would be completely destroyed.
“It’ll be fine. Catherine loves me. She’s even crazy about me,” Liam Claude muttered to himself, pulling out his phone. He dialed her number, but it took a long time before anyone answered.
***
After waking up, Catherine felt an unsettling weariness. Reaching for her phone on the bedside table, she saw over a hundred missed calls—all from Liam Claude. A look of disgust crossed her face, resentment clear in her features.
Just thinking about him stirred up more anger. Catherine decided to check his messages to see what he had to say. But just then, her phone rang again. It was Claude. After a brief hesitation, she picked up, bracing herself for what was to come.
“Catherine, thank you for picking up,” Claude’s voice was laced with anxiety and remorse. “I know you don’t want to hear from me, but I really need your forgiveness. I was wrong, and I’m paying for my mistakes.”
Catherine remained silent, her emotions conflicted. She listened quietly, not wanting to interrupt.
“I’ve lost everything, Catherine,” Claude’s voice cracked with emotion. “All my advertising contracts are canceled. The company has turned its back on me. Everything I had is gone. I know you’re the only one who can help me recover.”
“I know it’s all my fault. I was foolish to leave you. I don’t expect you to forgive me, but please—tell the press it was all a misunderstanding. Think about our years together, please have mercy, forgive me…”
Claude kept pleading, but before Catherine could respond, Lucius grabbed the phone from her hand, his tone icy and commanding. “Claude, it’s barely morning and you’re already bothering another man’s wife. What do you want?”
The moment Claude heard Lucius's voice, silence fell on the other end of the line. Even in his confusion and desperation, Liam Claude could feel the fury simmering in Lucius's tone.
“S-Sir, I… I just wanted to apologize to Catherine,” Claude stammered, his voice faltering. “I know I was wrong, and I truly regret it.”
Lucius didn’t soften his tone. “I don’t want my wife to worry about this any longer. If you contact her again, I will sue you for harassment.”
Claude stammered, trying to speak, but Lucius’s voice cut him off. “And one more thing, Claude. Stay away from Catherine. This is your final warning.”
Claude’s heart sank as the weight of the situation dawned on him. He knew Lucius wasn’t making idle threats.
As Lucius hung up, he turned to Catherine, his gaze softening. “Don’t worry, love. He won’t bother us anymore.”
Catherine nodded, feeling a mix of relief and unease. Just as she was about to speak, her phone buzzed again. This time, it was a message from an unknown number. Hesitating, she opened it, her eyes widening as she read the contents.
“Lucius, you need to see this,” she said, her voice trembling.
Lucius took the phone, his expression hardening as he read the message. “It seems this isn’t over yet. We need to prepare for whatever comes next.”
***
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