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Ashley’s fingers trembled as she dialed her husband’s number for the third time. The baby in her arms let out another weak, pitiful cry, his tiny body burning up against her chest. “Come on, Alex, pick up…” she whispered, bouncing him slightly, hoping to soothe him. The phone rang. Once. Twice. Five times. No answer. Her heart pounded as she redialed. Nothing. Tears pricked her eyes. She pressed the phone harder against her ear, willing him to answer. The baby whined softly, his body limp in her arms, his little hands barely moving. Fear clawed at her throat. Ashley pressed the call button again, desperation making her reckless. Still nothing. She wanted to scream. To throw the phone against the wall. But she didn’t have time for that. She had to get her baby to the hospital. Her gaze darted around their tiny apartment. No car. No one to call for help. The world outside was eerily quiet, too late for pedestrians, too early for morning traffic. She swallowed h
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Ashley sat motionless in the cold hospital chair, her hands clasped tightly together as if holding herself together. The minutes stretched endlessly, each one heavier than the last. The emergency room doors remained closed. No news. No updates. Nothing. Then hurried footsteps. Ashley lifted her head just as Mia burst into the waiting area. “Ashley!” Mia’s voice was laced with worry as she rushed over, immediately crouching in front of her. Ashley’s lip trembled. The moment she saw her best friend’s concerned face, the dam broke. Tears spilled down her cheeks. “Mia… I don’t know what to do.” Mia grabbed her hands. “I’m here, okay? What did the doctors say?” Ashley shook her head. “They... they haven’t come out yet.” Her voice was barely a whisper. Mia’s jaw clenched. “And Alex?” Ashley swallowed hard, glancing at her phone. No missed calls. No messages. “He hasn’t called back.” Mia exhaled sharply, anger flashing in her eyes. But before she could say anything, t
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Ashley stood frozen at the entrance of their home, the weight of exhaustion pressing down on her like a crushing force. She had barely stepped inside when Alex’s sharp voice cut through the silence. "Where have you been?" His tone was laced with accusation. His arms were crossed, his stance rigid. "Sleeping outside, huh? Are you cheating on me now?" The words hit her like a slap. Ashley blinked, her vision blurring as fresh tears rolled down her cheeks. Cheating? Her lips parted, but no words came out. She had spent the night drowning in grief at Mia’s apartment, curled up in a cold, unfamiliar bed, shattered beyond repair. And the first thing her husband asked her wasn’t about their child. Not once had he mentioned their son. Her body trembled, the sheer heartbreak of it all making it hard to breathe. Alex scoffed at her silence, stepping closer. "What? Nothing to say? You disappear all night and come back looking like this?" He gestured at her... her wrinkled dress, th
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Alex's face finally crumpled, and for the first time, Ashley saw tears welling up in his eyes. He swallowed hard, his shoulders tensing before his expression broke into something raw. “I swear, Ashley, I didn’t mean to ignore you,” his voice trembled, and his fingers clenched into fists before he dragged them down his face in frustration. “I... I was working. I didn’t know. If I had known—” His breath hitched, and a tear slipped down his cheek. “I would have been there. I should have been there.” Ashley’s chest ached at the sight. Was this real? Was he finally realizing the depth of what they had lost? He reached for her again, slower this time, like he was afraid she’d pull away. His warm hand cupped her cheek, his thumb brushing over the tear-streaked skin. “I know I failed you.” His voice cracked. “I should have picked up the phone. I should have been home. I should have—” His shoulders shook, and he shut his eyes as more tears spilled. “I should have protected our son.” Ashley
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Ashley sat frozen on the bed long after her mother left, the weight of her words still pressing against her chest like an iron grip. "This is a marriage, Ashley. A real marriage. You have to be strong." Strong. Her lips trembled as she stared at the empty space in front of her. How was she supposed to be strong when she felt like she was drowning? Her gaze flickered to the small nursery down the hall. The door was still open. It had been ever since she ran out that night, cradling Bright’s fevered body in her arms, desperate to save him. A tear slipped down her cheek, followed by another. Her hands clenched the fabric of her dress as a sob clawed its way up her throat. She tried to swallow it down. She tried to be strong. But then, it hit her all at once. The deafening silence of the house. The crib that would never be used again. The cold spot beside her where Alex had slept soundly while their child fought for his life. Ashley let out a choked gasp as her body trem
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The room spun as Alex's weight pressed down on her, his breath hot and thick with whiskey. The scent clung to him, suffocating her, making her stomach churn. Ashley squeezed her eyes shut, willing herself anywhere but here. His hands were rough, unrelenting, tearing at the fabric of her dress as if it had personally offended him. The sound of ripping filled the silence a sharp, cruel reminder of how little her resistance meant. "Alex, please," she whispered, but the words barely scraped past her throat. He ignored her. His mouth dragged over her skin, sloppy and possessive. His grip was bruising, fingers digging into her hips, his body pressed so tightly against hers that she could barely breathe. "You’re mine," he muttered against her collarbone, his voice thick with drunken arrogance. "You always will be." A tear slipped down her cheek. Ashley pushed against his chest, her hands trembling, but he barely noticed. Or maybe he did and just didn’t care. "Stop," she tried
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"All you do is sit pretty at home," he snorted, finally turning to face her. "What could possibly bother you?" The words stung, sharp and cutting. Ashley felt something twist inside her, but she swallowed it down. She should have known better. Should have known he wouldn’t care. He checked his watch, already halfway out the door. "Top clients and investors will be there. Don’t mess this up for me," he added, his tone clipped. And then, he was gone. The front door shut with a finality that made her chest tighten. Ashley sat there for a long moment, staring at the card on the bed. She could still feel the weight of last night pressing down on her, the bruises hidden beneath her skin, the ache deep in her bones. But none of that mattered. Not to him. Tonight, she would have to be perfect. No matter how broken she felt inside. Ashley sat frozen on the bed, her fingers brushing over the black card Alex had tossed beside her. It was smooth and cold, just like him. He
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Ashley’s stomach twisted. Without waiting for her response, he stepped out of the car, circling around to open her door. A gentlemanly act, if only it were real. Cameras flashed the second she stepped out. Alex’s hand rested firmly on her waist as he led her inside, his grip possessive. He smiled for the cameras, his charm effortless, as if he were the perfect, devoted husband. Ashley lifted her chin, her expression composed. No one could see the truth behind her carefully painted face. Inside, the ballroom was breathtaking. Crystal chandeliers cast a warm glow over the towering floral arrangements and glittering tables. The city’s most powerful figures moved gracefully, exchanging polite laughter and quiet deals behind champagne glasses. It was all so fake. "Stay close," Alex murmured, leaning in slightly. His breath was warm against her ear, but it sent a chill down her spine. "I have important people to impress." Ashley nodded numbly, slipping into her role with p
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There was a pause on the other end of the line, and then Claude chuckled a deep, knowing sound. "I was wondering how long it would take," he said smoothly. "Where are you?" Ashley glanced around her office, the walls suddenly feeling too tight, too suffocating. "Not here," she said. "Somewhere private." "Agreed." His tone was casual, but she could hear the interest behind it. "I know just the place. Meet me at—" He gave her an address, one that wasn’t familiar. A private location. A place where no one would suspect Mrs. Donovan of having a meeting with another man. Ashley hesitated, her heart thudding. "Are you getting cold feet?" Claude teased. "No," she said quickly. Never. "Good," he said. "Then don’t keep me waiting." The line went dead. Ashley inhaled sharply, staring at her phone. Was she really doing this? Yes. She grabbed her bag and walked out of the office with steady steps, telling her assistant she was stepping out for a personal matter. As she reached the l
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The next morning, Ashley stepped out of the office building for a breath of fresh air. The weight of playing the perfect wife was suffocating, but she bore it with a grace that masked her true intentions. She adjusted the sleeves of her silk blouse, inhaling the crisp morning air as she descended the steps. And then she bumped into a solid chest. "Steady there," a deep voice murmured, hands instinctively reaching out to steady her. Ashley blinked up, her breath hitching. Claude. Dressed in a tailored navy suit, he looked effortlessly powerful. His sharp eyes flickered with recognition before a slow smirk curved his lips. "Mrs. Donovan," he greeted, his tone laced with amusement. "We meet again." Ashley straightened, smoothing her blouse. "Mr. Claude," she replied evenly. His gaze lingered on her, as if searching for something beneath her calm exterior. "What a coincidence," he mused. "Or maybe not." Ashley’s fingers clenched at her sides. Was he toying with her? Or did
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The car ride home was thick with tension. Alex gripped the wheel tightly, his knuckles white, while Ashley sat beside him, her face calm, expression unreadable. As soon as they stepped into the house, Alex slammed the door shut and turned to her, his gaze sharp and accusing. "What the hell was that, Ashley?" His voice was controlled, but she could hear the rage beneath it. She blinked up at him, feigning innocence. "What was what?" His jaw ticked. "Don’t play games with me. What are you trying to pull with that investor?" Ashley tilted her head slightly. "I was just being polite. Isn’t that what you wanted? For me to act as your perfect wife?" Alex scoffed, running a hand through his hair. "I don’t like the way he looked at you." "Looked at me?" She let out a small, humorless laugh. "I thought I was made for nothing, remember?" His eyes narrowed, but he didn’t take the bait. Instead, he stepped closer, his voice dropping lower. "I know what you’re doing, Ashley. What
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Ashley sat gracefully, placing her hands on the table as the meeting began. If Alex thought he could rattle her by bringing Claude into this, he was mistaken. She wasn’t the same woman who had walked blindly into his games. Claude’s sharp gaze flickered toward her every so often as Alex presented their pitch. He listened, nodding at the right moments, but Ashley could tell his attention wasn’t entirely on the numbers. He was watching her, waiting to see how she would react. She gave him nothing. When Alex finished his presentation, Claude leaned back in his chair, resting his fingers against his chin. "It’s a compelling offer," he admitted. "But before I commit, I’d like to hear from Mrs. Donovan." Alex tensed beside her, and Ashley nearly smiled. Claude had just thrown her a rope, one Alex wasn’t expecting. She turned to Claude, meeting his gaze with quiet confidence. "What specifically would you like to know?" "Your perspective," Claude said smoothly. "I’ve seen companies thr
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The rest of the day, Ashley focused on her work. She familiarized herself with potential investors, upcoming projects, and the responsibilities that came with her new position. But even as she worked, she could feel Alex’s presence lingering. Not physically, but in the way people whispered when she walked by, in the way his secretary cast her glances, as if expecting Ashley to lash out. She didn’t. She stayed calm, professional. Mrs. Donovan doesn’t break. But she wasn’t naive. She knew Alex wouldn’t let this go. And she was right. That evening, as she was gathering her things to leave, her office phone rang. "Yes?" she answered. "Come to my office," Alex’s voice came through the receiver. It wasn’t a request. Ashley hesitated for only a second before hanging up and walking toward his office. When she entered, Alex was seated behind his massive desk, sipping whiskey, his expression unreadable. His secretary was nowhere in sight, which meant whatever he wanted to say, he didn
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Ashley stepped out of the Donovan Enterprises building with the same composure she had maintained all morning. She was no longer the naïve housewife who cried in private while her husband paraded his mistress around. No, she was Mrs. Donovan, and today, the world was going to see her as she was meant to be. A sleek, black luxury car pulled up in front of the building just as she reached the sidewalk. The driver stepped out, opening the door for her. "Courtesy of Mia," he said with a slight bow. Ashley slid into the plush leather seat, crossing her legs gracefully as the car pulled into traffic. Mia had chosen an upscale restaurant in the heart of the city, a place frequented by executives, socialites, and the type of people who loved to gossip. Perfect. When Ashley arrived, Mia was already waiting at a private table, sipping a cocktail with a smirk on her lips. "You look like you just stepped off the cover of a power magazine," Mia said, eyes flicking over Ashley’s pristine ou
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Ashley met his gaze without hesitation. “Yes.” Alex smirked, tossing his jacket onto the couch. “Fine. Be ready tomorrow. I’ll have someone set up a desk for you.” Ashley’s heart pounded, but she didn’t let her relief show. Instead, she nodded. “Thank you.” Alex stepped closer, tilting her chin up with his fingers. “Just remember, sweetheart… this is my world. Play by my rules.” Ashley forced a smile. "We’ll see about that." *** Ashley Steps into the Company The next morning, Ashley walked into Donovan Enterprises with her head held high. Dressed in a sleek, fitted blazer and a pencil skirt that gave her just the right edge of authority, she was a striking contrast to the delicate housewife Alex had shaped her into. The receptionist gave her a polite but hesitant smile as she approached the front desk. "Good morning, Mrs. Donovan. Mr. Donovan said you'd be joining us today." "Yes," Ashley said with a composed smile. "Can you show me to my office?" A younger assistant qu
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That evening, Ashley prepared Alex’s favorite meal, carefully plating everything with precision. The rich aroma of the perfectly cooked steak, roasted potatoes, and red wine sauce filled the dining room. The table was set just the way he liked it, elegant but not excessive, with a bottle of his preferred wine chilling nearby. She moved with practiced ease, masking the storm inside her with a calm, composed exterior. If she was going to do this, she had to play the role perfectly. When she heard the front door open, her heart pounded in her chest. She wiped her hands on a napkin and stepped into the hallway, greeting Alex with a warm smile. “You’re home early,” she said softly. Alex shrugged out of his suit jacket, tossing it over the back of a chair. He barely glanced at her. “Investors left sooner than expected.” His voice was indifferent as he loosened his tie and rolled up his sleeves. Ashley gestured toward the dining table. “I made dinner. Your favorite.” That caught
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Instead, she stood there, her expression blank, her heart steady. The betrayal no longer surprised her, it only confirmed what she already knew. For a moment, she considered announcing her presence, just to see the panic in Alex’s eyes. Just to watch him scramble for an excuse, a lie, anything. But she didn't give him the satisfaction. Without a sound, she turned on her heel and walked out, closing the door gently behind her as if she had seen nothing at all. Let him enjoy his moment. Because soon, very soon, she would take everything from him. Ashley sat in the back of the taxi, her fingers gripping her phone tightly. The driver weaved through traffic, but she barely noticed. Her mind was elsewhere on what she had just seen. On what she had just decided. She inhaled sharply and dialed Mia’s number. It rang twice before Mia picked up. “Ash?” “I’m coming over,” Ashley said, her voice calm. A pause. Then, “Did you tell him?” Ashley let out a quiet breath. “No.” Mia sigh
