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Chapter 120: Hiding in Plain Sight (1)
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Flora sat quietly with Olivia still nestled against her, arms wrapped around her step-sister as though she could shield her from the emotional storm that had engulfed her. Olivia’s breath hitched as she prepared herself to say something difficult, her voice small and heavy with a mixture of regret and exhaustion.
"I knew Cyprus fancied you," Olivia admitted quietly, as if the words themselves were a burden too heavy to carry alone. “Even before everything happened, I could see it.” Flora didn’t respond immediately, choosing instead to gently stroke Olivia’s back. She had sensed that her step-sister didn’t need judgment or even consolation just yet—she needed space to say what was weighing on her heart. So Flora let her continue, her fingers still moving softly in comforting circles. Olivia swallowed hard, her next words filled with a sadness that seemed to have been lodged deep inside her for years. “Cyprus is the first man I’ve fallenRelated chapters
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 120: Hiding in Plain Sight (2)
Flora bit her lip, her eyes filling with a strange mix of sadness and guilt. She had never asked for any of the things Olivia was bitter about. She had never lorded her wealth or her looks over anyone, least of all Olivia. Yet, she could now see how her existence had become a constant mirror in which Olivia saw all her own perceived shortcomings reflected back at her. Olivia’s fingers fidgeted with the hem of her nightgown as she spoke, her words growing quieter, more tentative. “It didn’t help that Alice… my mom… she always compared me to you. She pushed me so hard to be better than you in some way, and when I couldn’t, she’d berate me. Every time you came out on top, it was like another failure in her eyes.” Flora’s heart twisted at the mention of her snake of a stepmother. She had always known she had a sharp tongue, but she hadn’t realized the extent of the damage Alice had caused in Olivia’s life. It explained so much—the rivalry, the jealousy, t
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 120: Hiding in Plain Sight (3)
Flora smiled softly, brushing a stray lock of hair away from Olivia’s face. “Of course. I’m not going anywhere.” With that reassurance, Olivia closed her eyes, her breathing slowly evening out as she drifted into an uneasy sleep. Flora sat beside her, watching her step-sister’s chest rise and fall, her mind wandering as the room grew quieter. As Olivia slept, Flora found herself reflecting on their relationship—the rivalry that had shaped so much of their lives, the unspoken resentments, the deep wounds neither of them had fully acknowledged until now. The irony wasn’t lost on her: Olivia was technically the older sister in their patchwork family, but time and time again, Flora found herself in the position of being the one who had to hold things together. It was Flora who comforted, Flora who reassured, Flora who tried to make sense of the chaos that surrounded them. It made Flora smile, albeit a little sadly. Life had
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 120: Hiding in Plain Sight (4)
The warm water poured over her, but her mind was already elsewhere, running through the events of the morning and the plan ahead. She had to keep her cool with Janice, no matter what the woman threw at her. And she had to make sure she didn’t give away any sign that she was onto whatever Janice was scheming, and if Alice was in on it with her. By the time Flora finished her shower, she had her plan mapped out in her head. She wrapped herself in a towel and padded back into her bedroom, moving with purpose now. She grabbed her blow dryer and began drying her hair, all the while thinking about what she would wear. She needed something casual, something that would help her blend into the crowd and not draw attention. If Janice was watching her, she couldn’t afford to stand out. Once her hair was dry, she rifled through her closet, pulling out a pair of slim-fitting dark jeans and a simple black top. Over that, she threw on a light, tan trench coat—nothi
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 121: Danger O'clock (1)
When the butler ushered Flora into the house, she quietly climbed the stairs, her heart racing in anticipation. As she reached Damien’s bedroom, she found him already dressed, standing by the mirror. He was strapping something to his hip, securing the holster with precision. Her eyes widened as she realized what it was: a gun. Damien was preparing for a confrontation with Janice, a confrontation that could take a dangerous turn if things went awry.Flora cleared her throat softly, drawing his attention. "Are we leaving now?" she asked, trying to keep her voice steady. Damien turned toward her, his gaze softening as he reached out a hand, inviting her into his arms. She stepped forward and melted into his embrace, feeling his warmth envelop her.“How long has it been since you came?”"Less than ten minutes," she murmured into his chest, her cheek resting against the smooth fabric of his shirt.Damien gave a nod, his hand gently brushing her back. But his demeanor rema
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 121: Danger O'clock (2)
As she listened to Janice’s tirade about Alice and how the deed supposedly favored her, Flora was confronted with the harsh realization that Janice would never tell her the full truth. The woman was far too invested in her own protection. She had made a career out of twisting the truth, manipulating situations to her advantage, and Flora knew whatever the truth was, it would not only expose Alice but Janice herself. That was something the older woman would never willingly allow. Despite the frustration building in her chest, Flora forced herself to sit and listen. She watched Janice’s face carefully, her sharp words painting Alice as the root of all evil, but there was something insincere in her tone, something slippery. Janice was dodging her questions, avoiding anything that would give Flora the clarity she needed. Flora had to resist the urge to roll her eyes. She wasn’t going to get anything useful out of this conversation if Janice kept circling back to blaming Alice.
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 121: Danger O'clock (3)
Flora’s hands trembled slightly as she shakily lowered herself back into the chair, the sense of helplessness gnawing at her insides. She couldn’t afford to panic. She needed to think, to stay calm, but every fiber of her being screamed that she was in danger. Her mind raced through options, trying to figure out how to get out of this situation, but right now, there seemed to be no clear escape. With a satisfied smirk, Janice leaned forward and snatched the envelope from Flora’s hands. "Good girl," Janice taunted, her fingers tearing at the envelope as if it held the key to her salvation. She ripped it open with a quick, brutal motion, pulling out the papers inside and scanning them with greedy eyes. For a few tense seconds, Janice flipped through the documents, her expression growing more confused with each passing moment. Then, she swore loudly and threw the papers onto the table in disgust. Within moments, her face twisted with rage. The color drained from her
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 122: Run, Flora
Flora’s pulse hammered in her ears as Janice smiled wide, a predatory glint in her eyes, her satisfaction clear. She knew Flora was at her mercy, and the power she held over her was intoxicating. Flora’s mind raced as she tried to steady herself, tried to think of some way—any way—to get out of this alive. Janice was toying with her, dangling her fate in front of her like a prize just out of reach. But Flora knew better than to trust the older woman’s words. She demanded the truth again, her voice trembling with anger, but Janice’s smirk only deepened."I've told you all I care to tell you," Janice said with a chilling calm. Then, in a darker, menacing tone, she added, “You have very little time to save your life, Flora. Hand over the deed.”Flora’s heart raced, the threat hanging in the air like a guillotine above her. She could feel the walls closing in, the inevitability of Janice’s violence weighing on her chest. Thinking quickly, Flora forced herself to remain calm, her
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 123: Unfulfilled (1)
As Flora stood outside the police station, the weight of the day’s events pressed down on her like the bitter cold seeping into her bones. The crisp evening air felt sharp against her skin, cutting through her thin coat and making her shiver. She wrapped her arms around herself, not to ward off the cold but to protect herself from the heavy melancholy clinging to her heart. The streetlights cast long, thin shadows across the pavement, their yellow glow unable to chase away the growing darkness that loomed within her.The sight of Janice being led away in handcuffs should have felt triumphant, should have brought her some relief. But instead, Flora felt a hollow emptiness. The woman who had blackmailed her, manipulated her, and terrorized her was finally caught, yet it didn’t feel like a victory. Nothing about this day felt victorious. The answers she had hoped to find were as elusive as ever, slipping further out of reach with every moment that passed.She inhaled deeply, th
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The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Author's Note
Hello everyone, Ena here! Phew, this has been quite a journey. I can hardly believe that we've reached the end of this story together. What started as a simple idea has grown into something so much more, and that’s all thanks to you readers and your support. Thank you for sticking with me and I'm grateful to every single one of you. Though we’re closing this chapter, I hope this isn’t goodbye. I have more stories to tell, and I’d love to share them with you. I'll be back soon with an even better book. Until next time 💛 All my love, Ena Starr.
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 130: The End (3)
Two Weeks Later The evening had settled into a comfortable warmth as Flora parked her car in the driveway of Damien’s estate. The sky was a gentle gradient of fading sunset hues, a perfect close to what had been a long but fulfilling day with Eva. They had been going over the offers from several publishing houses and TV studios, that wanted to monetize Flora's experience with Alice and Janice. It had been exhausting, but there was a sense of peace that came with knowing everything with Alice was truly over. Justice had been served, and Flora was finally free. With a content sigh, she gathered her things, pushing open the front door. The house was unusually quiet, save for the faint rustle of the breeze outside and the distant clinking of glass from the kitchen. A cozy warmth greeted her, the familiar scent of home wrapping her in comfort as she stepped inside. "Hello?" she called out softly, slipping off her shoes and setting
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Flora’s breath caught in her throat, but she held her composure, her hands clenched so tightly her knuckles turned white. She cast a glance across the courtroom and met Alice’s eyes. There was no fire in them, no anger or hatred. Only resignation. This was her fate, sealed and unchangeable. Alice would spend the rest of her life in jail. There would be no escape, no return to the life she once knew. She would die there, alone. The judge then turned her attention to Janice, who sat trembling in her seat. “As for Janice Holden,” the judge said, her tone unwavering, “for the charge of conspiracy to commit murder, and for the misuse of her professional authority as a nurse, resulting in the death of Vera Wicks, this court finds the defendant guilty.” Janice sobbed openly as the judge delivered her sentence: twenty-five years to life, with the possibility of parole only after serving the minimum term. But even with parole, Janice would never fully escape her crimes.
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 130: The End (1)
The next few days blurred together, filled with a whirlwind of action and emotion as Flora set the final stage for justice. Filing the formal report against Alice was both cathartic and devastating, but it was something Flora knew she had to do. This was the final step in a journey that had begun when her life was torn apart by betrayal, and now, she was finally fighting back. Alice was arrested almost immediately after Flora's report, and to everyone's surprise, she didn’t resist. For the first time in their long and painful history, she didn’t fight back. There were no screaming matches, no attempts to manipulate or twist the situation in her favor, no venomous remarks hurled in Flora’s direction. Instead, Alice turned herself over with an unsettling calm, submitting a written confession detailing her involvement in both the death of Flora’s mother and the accident that had left her father a prisoner in his own mind. Flora knew Alice’s cooperation wasn’t born
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 129: The Coward's Way Out (3)
A chill ran down her spine, and she stammered out the first question that came to mind. “Olivia…are you—”Before she could finish, Olivia let out a bitter laugh, the sound filled with a weight of sorrow and exhaustion. It wasn’t a happy laugh, but one of disbelief at her own situation.“Yes, I’m pregnant,” Olivia confirmed softly, cutting off Flora’s stumbling attempt to find the right words. She rubbed her palm lightly over her stomach as if to comfort herself more than anything else. “And before you ask, it’s Cyprus’s.”Flora’s breath caught in her throat. Cyprus. Of course it was his. Her mind flew to that one disastrous night that Olivia had had with the arrogant vice president of Defendwise Ventures.“Olivia…” Flora whispered, her voice thick with disbelief. “What are you going to do?”The question hung in the air like a fragile thread, and for a moment, Olivia seemed lost, her gaze fixed on some distant point beyond the supermarket, beyond the immediate rea
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Olivia’s face was puffy, her eyes rimmed red and swollen from crying. She looked utterly devastated, her usual composed demeanor shattered. Her bottom lip quivered as she attempted a smile, but it was weak, trembling at the edges. "Flora," Olivia whispered, her voice cracking. Flora stepped forward, unsure whether to close the distance between them or keep some space. She could see the exhaustion written across Olivia’s features, the turmoil swirling behind her eyes. For a moment, neither of them spoke, the weight of what had brought them here pressing down on both of them. Olivia broke the silence first, her voice barely above a whisper. “I—I didn’t know.” She choked on the words, shaking her head as fresh tears welled in her eyes. “I didn’t know what my mother was capable of. I swear to you, Flora, I didn’t know any of it.” Flora stood still, absorbing Olivia’s words. She wanted to believe her. Desperately. But the betrayal of the past day,
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 129: The Coward's Way Out (1)
The buzzing of Flora’s phone startled her out of her thoughts. It was Olivia. The message read:“Can you meet me in thirty minutes? There's a small 24-hour supermarket called "Pinegrove Market" not far from the estate. I’ll be there. Please, Flora, I really need to talk.”Flora’s pulse quickened as she read the message. Thirty minutes? She glanced at the clock. It was late, and while her body still ached with exhaustion, the urgency in Olivia’s words cut through any hesitation. Something in her gut told her this couldn’t wait. Without overthinking it, she typed a quick reply:“I’ll be there.”She stood up from the couch, assessing her loose pants and short-sleeved top. They would have to do for such an impromptu meeting. She padded quietly upstairs, not wanting to disturb the peaceful quiet of Damien’s home. He was fast asleep, one arm draped over his eyes, his breathing steady and calm. Flora felt a pang of guilt for slipping out, but she had to do this. Bending dow
The CEO's Ex-Wife Gets Revenge Chapter 128: The Calvary (3)
Just as the words left Eva’s mouth, the kitchen door opened, and Damien stepped inside. He looked at Flora, his gaze soft and warm, and without a word, he crossed the room and kissed her gently on the temple. “Eva’s already started drafting the court papers,” he said, finishing Eva’s sentence. His voice was calm, matter-of-fact, as though they were discussing something far less monumental.Flora blinked, still processing everything. “Has Alice made a move since we left the estate?” she asked, her voice quiet but steady.Damien shook his head. “No,” he replied. “I think she knows this is the end for her.”The weight of his words settled over the room, and for a moment, there was nothing but the soft sound of the stew bubbling on the stove and Whiskerton’s contented purring. Flora exhaled slowly, a mixture of relief and exhaustion washing over her.That night, after dinner had been cleared away and Catarina and Eva had gone off to bed, Flora sat alone on the couch in t
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Flora blinked, her eyes stinging with fresh tears. She knew who had orchestrated this—who had called Catarina and Eva, who had made sure that when Flora woke up, she wouldn’t be alone. It had to be Damien. He had seen how close she was to breaking, how much she needed the people around her now. Swallowing the lump in her throat, Flora looked between Catarina and Eva, her lips trembling with a bittersweet smile. “Thank you,” she whispered, her voice thick with emotion. “Thank you for coming.” Catarina patted her cheek affectionately. “You’re stuck with us now,” she said with a soft almost motherly smile, before turning back to the stove to finish serving the stew. “Now, sit down and eat before you collapse. I made your favorite.” Flora’s stomach growled again in response, and she let out a soft laugh. Their presence, combined with the savory aroma of the stew, filled the room with a sense of comfort that Flora hadn’t realised she'd been craving .
