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“We should focus on finding a solution, not wasting time on meaningless arguments!” Lily said, her tone firm as she frowned at the two of them.Austin nodded. “You’re right. That’s exactly what we should be doing,” he said, his voice calm but resolute.Sarah’s face hardened in response, but she bit back her retort. As much as she disliked admitting it, Lily had a point.After a moment, Lily turned to her father, her expression thoughtful. “Dad, do you know Mrs. Thompson from somewhere? She started acting differently the moment you showed up. There has to be a reason for that.”Austin’s expression darkened at her question, his brows furrowing deeply.Sarah seized the opportunity to press him further. “You need to tell the truth,” she said firmly, her voice cutting through the tense air. “This is about your daughter’s future. Unless, of course, you don’t want her to marry into the Thompson family.” Her gaze bore into him, daring him to deny it.The car came to a halt, interrupting the c
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The next day, Lilian woke up later than usual. She stretched, yawned, and made her way to the living room.To her surprise, the room was empty. This was unusual; on any normal day, the living room would be bustling with activity. Her father was often lounging around, her brothers would be busy tidying up, and the general hum of the house was always present. Yet today, the place felt eerily quiet.Lilian frowned as she walked in, wondering where everyone had gone. She took a seat on the couch, absentmindedly munching on her favorite snack, a bowl of mixed nuts. She glanced around, her eyes searching for her phone.Before she could spot it, a sudden knock on the door startled her.“Who is there? The door is open,” Lilian called out, raising her voice to ensure the person heard her.The door creaked open, and to Lilian’s surprise, three groups of women stepped into the living room. She furrowed her brows, confused. None of them looked familiar.“Uhm… who are you?” Lilian asked them, her
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One of the ladies knelt beside Lilian, carefully slipping on her heels, making sure the straps were perfectly adjusted.“All done!” the third lady exclaimed, her face glowing with excitement.“I think the car should be arriving soon,” the first lady said, her tone carrying a note of anticipation. Her smile mirrored the others, all of whom seemed to share in a secret that Lilian couldn’t decipher.Almost as if on cue, a car horn sounded outside.“Oh, the driver’s here now!” the third lady giggled, her voice filled with enthusiasm as she clapped her hands together.Lilian gave a faint smile, her thoughts clouded with uncertainty. She had no idea what was going on. No one had explained why she was being dressed so elegantly or why there was such an air of excitement around her. It was as though she had been dropped into the middle of a story whose beginning she had missed.The ladies gently guided her outside, their cheerful chatter buzzing around her like a swarm of bees. As they reache
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Sarah turned to Austin with a frown, her arms crossed in clear irritation. “Why are you here? You should be in the car waiting with her,” she said sharply, her tone carrying the weight of disapproval.Austin’s expression hardened, and he crossed his arms in return. He wasn’t in the mood for Sarah’s usual dismissiveness. “What about the Thompsons? Why aren’t they here yet? What’s happening?” he demanded, his voice low but filled with tension.Sarah shrugged with an air of nonchalance, her calm demeanor almost mocking. “How am I supposed to know that?” she replied flatly. “They might have run into traffic on their way here or gotten delayed for some reason. It happens.” Her face showed no sign of concern, as though the entire ordeal was a minor inconvenience.Austin stared at her, his frustration mounting. “Traffic? Delayed?” he repeated, as though the words were absurd. “Sarah, it’s been over two hours! What kind of traffic causes this kind of delay?” His voice rose slightly, though he
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“Why did you leave the car?” Sarah asked with a sharp frown. She looked at the reporters who had gathered around them and, with a subtle shift in demeanor, she gave them a warm smile. “Dear press, we’re all friends here. You shouldn’t cause unnecessary chaos just to get a few headlines. Please, don’t distract everyone.”The reporters paused, exchanging glances, as Sarah’s calm, authoritative tone made them reconsider their aggressive approach.“But is the wedding canceled?” one of the reporters pressed, unwilling to back down just yet.Sarah let out an exaggerated sigh. “Canceled?” she repeated, feigning confusion. “Who told you that? The wedding is still happening as planned. I’ve already spoken with the Thompsons. They’re on their way here now.”The reporters glanced at each other, their skepticism giving way to uncertainty. They had hoped for a scandal, but Sarah’s composure made them question their assumptions.“Oh, we’re sorry for the misunderstanding,” one of them apologized, ba
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Lily frowned, her mind racing. “We know that’s a lie. I called Marcus’s phone, and it was switched off, along with Mrs. Thompson’s. So how did Mom reach them?” she asked, her voice tinged with frustration, confusion, and a growing sense of betrayal.Austin glanced at her, noting the sharpness in her tone. He hadn’t expected her to catch on so quickly, but now that she had, there was no way to hide the truth. He had to try to keep the situation under control, even though he didn’t have all the answers.“Just calm down, okay?” he said, his voice strained as he tried to maintain control of the conversation. It was all he could manage, but his words felt hollow against the rising tension in the air.“Calm down?” Lily’s voice rose, her tone full of disbelief. “How can I be calm in this situation? I’ve already boasted about this wedding to everyone! All of the people I invited are inside that hall right now. How am I supposed to stay calm when everything’s falling apart?” Her face twisted i
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Austin noticed a woman hastily walking towards the exit and immediately stepped in her path, stopping her. “Where are all the guests?” he asked, confused and slightly alarmed. He had been outside just moments ago and hadn’t seen anyone leaving.The woman’s impatience was evident as she answered, barely sparing him a glance. “I heard there’s another event upstairs, so everyone rushed there,” she said, her tone clipped as she hurried past him, clearly heading in the same direction.Lily’s brows furrowed at this. She looked to her father for some clarity. “I thought the hall was rented just for my wedding?” she asked, her voice thick with frustration and disbelief.Before Austin could respond, Sarah walked into the hall. She froze when she saw the emptiness. “Huh? What’s going on? Why is the hall suddenly empty?” she asked, her voice rising in confusion as she looked around the space.Austin met her gaze, but said nothing, his thoughts consumed by what the woman had just told him. Sarah,
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Here’s your 1,200-word version, expanded with richer descriptions, deeper character emotions, and smoother dialogue, while keeping the original storyline intact.Chapter: The Grand IntroductionLilian walked into the grand hall beside Franklin. The moment she stepped inside, a wave of whispers and murmurs spread through the crowd. Every pair of eyes in the room turned toward her, their gazes lingering as they took in her presence. She could feel the weight of their attention pressing down on her, making her stomach twist with nervous energy.“Wow, who is that stunning lady?” someone whispered.“Is she single?” another voice asked.“I think that’s her boyfriend beside her,” came another hushed comment.“Oh, you’re right! They look so good together!”“A perfect match! It’s like they were made for each other.”Lilian’s fingers unconsciously tightened around Franklin’s arm. She wasn’t used to being in the spotlight, and all this attention made her uneasy. The whispers only added to her di
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Pursuing My EX Wife Epilogue
“Daddy! Mom is looking for you!” Matt called out, his voice urgent.Marcus immediately stepped into the room and hurried toward Lilian, who sat on the bed, cradling her swollen belly.“Are you okay?” he asked, his eyes scanning her face for any sign of distress.Lilian let out a shaky breath. “I think my water just broke,” she said.Marcus’ eyes widened. He turned to Matt without hesitation.“Go find your uncles and grandma. Tell them your mom is in labor.”Matt didn’t waste a second. He spun around and dashed out of the room, his heart racing with excitement. His baby sister was finally coming!Lilian was rushed to the hospital without delay.Inside the delivery room, Marcus refused to leave her side. He hadn’t been there for Matt’s birth, and he wasn’t about to miss this one.But as he watched Lilian endure contraction after contraction, pain twisting her face, he felt helpless. His fists clenched at his sides. He wished he could take the pain for her.He tightened his grip on her h
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Matt’s eyes were fixed on the big screen, his brows furrowed in deep concentration.“Is it impossible to crack?” he asked, turning to Marcus.Marcus shrugged. “Seems like it.”Matt studied him for a moment, then narrowed his eyes at the screen. “I can try,” he said.Marcus stood up, making room for Matt to take his place at the laptop.The moment Matt’s fingers touched the keyboard, they moved with a speed and precision that left Marcus stunned. He had never seen Matt type before, and watching him now was mesmerizing. He did it with such ease, such confidence—it was clear he knew exactly what he was doing.Marcus crossed his arms and nodded in approval, feeling an unexpected surge of pride.“Done!” Matt announced, a triumphant smile spreading across his face.Marcus immediately leaned in, eyes scanning the screen. His breath caught for a second—Matt had actually done it. The code was cracked.“Wow,” Marcus muttered, a rare smile tugging at the corners of his lips. “Good job.”Without
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Lilian walked into the house that evening, surprised to see her father with an elderly man. They were deep in conversation, as if they had been friends for years. “Dad,” Lilian greeted him. Gabriel looked up and smiled. “You’re back. How was work?” he asked. “It was fine, Dad,” she replied, turning her attention to the elderly man. “Good evening, sir,” she greeted him politely. “How are you doing?” the man asked, his face lighting up with a warm smile. “I’m doing very well, sir. What about you?” Lilian responded, offering him a smile of her own. “I’m doing fine. You look so beautiful,” the old man said, nodding his head approvingly. Lilian blushed at the compliment. “Thank you, sir.” “This is Marcus’ grandfather,” Gabriel introduced. Lilian froze in surprise. She had never met Marcus’ grandfather before. This was her first time meeting him. “Oh! Hello, sir!” she greeted him warmly, now understanding who he was. “We never met when you and Marcus were still together,” the old
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The next day, Linda was arrested and charged with attempted murder and kidnapping. Additionally, her history of bullying had led to a young woman’s suicide, further worsening her case. The weight of her crimes was undeniable, and with the overwhelming evidence against her, there was no room for denial.As soon as the police took her into custody, news of her arrest spread quickly. Social media was flooded with posts about the woman who had orchestrated kidnappings, attempted murders, and had driven someone to their death through sheer cruelty.In the cold, gray confines of the prison, Linda sat on a hard bench, her arms crossed tightly over her chest. The prison cell smelled of rust and sweat, and the metal bars that caged her in seemed to close in more with each passing second.Then, the sound of approaching footsteps made her stiffen. She looked up, and her expression immediately twisted into one of pure hatred.The man she had once deceived—manipulated into risking his life for her
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Marcus sat at his desk, fingers moving swiftly across his laptop keyboard as he reviewed the latest security reports. His office was quiet except for the rhythmic tapping of his fingers. The sunlight streaming through the window cast a soft glow on the room, highlighting the expensive furnishings and the neatly organized stacks of paperwork on his desk.A sudden knock at the door interrupted his focus.“Come in,” he called out without looking up.The door swung open, and when he finally looked up, he was surprised to see Lilian standing there with Matt by her side.His brows lifted slightly, but his expression quickly softened. He hadn’t expected to see them today.Matt, beaming with excitement, didn’t wait for an invitation. He stepped forward, walking straight toward Marcus’s desk.“Good morning!” the boy greeted enthusiastically.Marcus stood from his chair, his gaze shifting between Lilian and Matt. His lips curled into a rare, genuine smile. “Good morning, Matt. How are you?”“I’
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Marcus shrugged and turned to Moses, pulling out his phone. With a swipe, he brought up a picture of Linda and held it out for him to see.Moses squinted at the image, his brow furrowing. Something about her seemed familiar, but he couldn’t quite place it.“She…” he muttered, trying to recall. He knew this woman—he was sure of it. But from where?“She used to work for your company,” Marcus supplied, his tone flat. “She got fired, and after that, she developed a deep hatred for Lilian. She believed Lilian was the reason she lost her job.”Moses clenched his fists. “Damn it.” His jaw tightened as guilt weighed down on him. He should have been keeping an eye on Linda, should have monitored her actions. If he had, maybe Lilian wouldn’t have been dragged into this mess.Marcus exhaled sharply before turning back to the captive man. He crossed his arms and studied him carefully. “Sooo… are you ready?” he asked, his tone casual but laced with authority.The man slowly lifted his head, his ex
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Marcus pulled out his phone as he strode into the dimly lit warehouse. His fingers moved swiftly across the screen as he dialed Moses’ number.The call connected after two rings.“Who else did you tell about me taking those men to the warehouse?” Marcus asked, his voice calm but firm.Moses hesitated for a second before answering, “Noah.”Marcus frowned slightly. “Is he a hacker?”“No, he’s not. Why? What’s wrong?” Moses’ voice carried a hint of concern. “Did they escape?”“No, they didn’t.” Marcus’ eyes darkened as he recalled the email Hilary had received. “But my assistant just got an email… and it contains every detail we need.”There was silence on the other end for a moment before Moses spoke again. “Where are you right now?”“I’m on my way to the warehouse,” Marcus replied as he continued walking.“Okay, I’m coming now,” Moses said. Marcus could hear the rustling of movement, as if he was already getting up.“Alright.” Marcus ended the call.The cold, musty air of the warehouse
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Lilian woke up to the sound of the door creaking open. A soft shuffle of footsteps followed, and she turned her head in the direction of the noise. The doctor and a nurse walked in, their expressions neutral but observant as they approached.She sat up slowly, rubbing her temples as confusion settled in. Something felt… off. Her eyes widened when she looked down and realized she was lying on the hospital bed.How?She clearly remembered sitting on the chair by Marcus’ bedside. She had rested her head against the mattress for a bit, but she was certain she had never moved. Had someone placed her on the bed while she was asleep? But who?Her gaze flickered toward Marcus, who was still sitting in the chair beside her, watching her with a calm expression.The doctor and nurse also seemed surprised to find her in bed instead of the chair. The doctor hesitated for a moment before finally speaking.“Good morning, sir,” he greeted Marcus respectfully.Marcus gave a curt nod, acknowledging him
