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Chapter 128: A Legacy Rebuilt
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The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 129: Love, Loyalty, and Triumph
“Are you sure about this?” I asked Elias as I adjusted the elegant satin gown, hugging my body. The grand hall was already filled with the city’s elite, all gathered to celebrate the official resurgence of Westbrook Industries. Chandeliers sparkled above us, and the orchestra played softly in the background.Elias turned to me, his blue eyes intense. “I’ve never been more certain about anything in my life.” His voice was low, but the sincerity hit me deep.I smoothed my dress nervously. “It’s just... after everything we've been through—”He placed his hand over mine, steadying me. “That’s exactly why tonight is important. You’ve always been the heart of this company, Victoria. It’s time the world knows it.”Before I could respond, the announcer’s voice boomed across the room. "Ladies and gentlemen, please join me in welcoming Elias Westbrook and Victoria Lancaster to the stage."The applause was thunderous. My heart raced as Elias led me to the center stage. Cameras flashed, capturing
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"Victoria, I need to talk to you. It's important."The words echoed in my mind even after the phone call ended, leaving an unsettling chill in the pit of my stomach. I stared at my phone screen, the name "Elias Westbrook" flashing back at me in bold letters. It had been years since I last heard from him since everything crumbled. Since the day I was accused of embezzling millions from his company, my life as I knew it came to a brutal halt.I turned the phone over, trying to ignore the inevitable pull in my chest. The pain of betrayal still lingered in the corners of my heart. He had shattered everything—my trust, my world, my future."Why now?" I muttered under my breath, gripping the edge of my desk as I pushed the phone further away from me. A sharp knock on the door broke my thoughts, and I quickly rose to open it.It was Greg, my assistant. He was holding a crisp, white envelope. "This just arrived for you," he said, his voice neutral, but his eyes lingered on me a little too lon
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“You’re still thinking about her, aren’t you?” Selene’s voice breaks the silence, sharp and icy, as she steps into the room. Her presence is enough to make the air feel heavier, charged with tension. I don’t turn to face her. Instead, I stare at the phone in my hand, hovering over the dial button. The weight of the decision presses down on me—so much has happened since I last spoke to her. Too much. I can almost feel the ghost of Victoria standing in the doorway, just out of reach. Her face, her voice, those moments we once shared. The ones I destroyed with my own hands.I grit my teeth and finally place the phone back on the desk. “Don’t do this, Elias,” Selene continues, her tone barely concealing the threat lurking beneath her words. “You really want to open that door again? Do you think she’ll forgive you for what happened? You’ll be dragging this family into the mud if you try.”I run a hand through my hair and exhale slowly. How long has it been? Years? Since I last heard her
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"Victoria," Elias's voice cracks as he speaks my name. "I—I don’t know how to begin this."I don’t know how to respond, either. Standing here, in the middle of a room so familiar, yet so distant, the weight of years spent apart hangs between us. His eyes are filled with regret, and yet, there’s something more—a determination that I've never seen before. It should be comforting, but it's not. It just stirs the anger I’ve kept buried for so long."You want to explain yourself now?" I ask, the bitterness in my voice unmistakable. "After everything, you think a letter, a phone call, and a few words can fix this?"He flinches. "I never meant for it to end this way. I thought—I believed you betrayed me. And that’s something I have to live with.""And how exactly did you live with it?" I snap. "Did you sleep at night? Was it easy for you to throw me out like I was nothing, accuse me of stealing from you, and then just—move on?"Elias’s face hardens, and I see the sharp edge of his jawline as
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“Selene, I need a moment with you,” I said, stepping into her corner office. She didn’t flinch. Selene always had an air of unshakable confidence, her tailored blazer and perfectly coiffed hair adding to her polished facade. “To what do I owe this unexpected visit?” she asked, folding her arms and leaning against the desk. “I’ve been reviewing the financial records from three years ago,” I said, closing the door behind me. “There are discrepancies. Large sums moved to an offshore account that doesn’t match any authorized transactions.” Her smile faltered, just for a moment. “And you’re coming to me because…?” “Because these accounts were linked to a project you personally oversaw,” I said, locking my gaze on her. “I want answers, Selene.” She laughed lightly, a forced sound that grated on my nerves. “Elias, I run dozens of projects. You’ll have to be more specific.” “Don’t play coy with me,” I snapped. “The Westbrook tech deal in Paris. The one Victoria was overseeing be
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"How could I have been so blind?" I muttered to myself, sitting on the edge of the bed, staring at the letter from Elias that had thrown my world into disarray once again.My thoughts were a jumbled mess, like pieces of a puzzle that I couldn’t quite piece together. The revelation of my pregnancy had already turned my life upside down, but now, it was more than that. Now, I had to grapple with the fact that I might have been wrong about everything—about Elias, about the betrayal, about everything.I hadn’t expected to feel anything when the letter arrived. After all, what could he say now? How could he make up for all the years of lies, the pain, the humiliation? But there was something in his words that had unsettled me. She was framed. That was all he’d said about me. Yet, in those two words, I could feel the weight of something larger, something I hadn’t been able to see before.What if Elias was telling the truth? What if he’d been deceived too?The thought was terrifying. It mean
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“You look like you’ve seen a ghost,” I said, eyeing Elias as he entered the room. His jaw was tense, his eyes darker than I remembered, but there was a flicker of unease beneath his usually impenetrable expression. “I might as well have,” he muttered, running a hand through his thick hair. "We need to talk, Victoria." The last time he had said those words, my life had crumbled into ruins. Still, curiosity—and a gnawing desire for answers—compelled me to stay rooted in place. “Go on then,” I said, folding my arms. “Talk.” He hesitated, his gaze flickering to my stomach. A surge of protectiveness washed over me, and I instinctively placed a hand over the slight curve that marked the life growing inside me. “Selene,” he began, his voice low, “she’s been lying to both of us.” I blinked, the name slicing through the air like a blade. “Your sister?” I asked, incredulous. “What does she have to do with this?” Elias exhaled sharply. “Everything. She orchestrated the embezzleme
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"How is she doing this?" Elias muttered under his breath, his fingers flying over the keyboard, eyes fixed on the screen. I stood over his shoulder, the weight of the situation pressing down on me. The evidence I’d hoped for was slipping through our fingers. "I don’t know," I answered quietly, watching the screen as Elias sifted through files, trying to find something that could confirm everything Selene had done. "But she’s been covering her tracks well. Someone’s deleting everything. All the digital traces of the money transfers—gone."Elias clenched his jaw. "She's pulling the strings. I don't know how she’s managing it, but I know it's her. No one else could be this smart." His voice was hard, a bitter edge of anger I hadn't heard in years. The Elias I had once loved—my strong, dependable partner—was starting to emerge again, but with that, came all the frustration, the hurt, the memories of betrayal. I swallowed, trying to keep my emotions in check. "We’re running out of time.
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The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 129: Love, Loyalty, and Triumph
“Are you sure about this?” I asked Elias as I adjusted the elegant satin gown, hugging my body. The grand hall was already filled with the city’s elite, all gathered to celebrate the official resurgence of Westbrook Industries. Chandeliers sparkled above us, and the orchestra played softly in the background.Elias turned to me, his blue eyes intense. “I’ve never been more certain about anything in my life.” His voice was low, but the sincerity hit me deep.I smoothed my dress nervously. “It’s just... after everything we've been through—”He placed his hand over mine, steadying me. “That’s exactly why tonight is important. You’ve always been the heart of this company, Victoria. It’s time the world knows it.”Before I could respond, the announcer’s voice boomed across the room. "Ladies and gentlemen, please join me in welcoming Elias Westbrook and Victoria Lancaster to the stage."The applause was thunderous. My heart raced as Elias led me to the center stage. Cameras flashed, capturing
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 128: A Legacy Rebuilt
"I still can’t believe you're doing this," Victoria said, her voice edged with disbelief as we rode the elevator to the top floor of Westbrook Industries. "Announcing a philanthropic initiative in our son's name? Elias, the board won't take this lightly."I straightened my tie, a smile tugging at the corner of my mouth. "They'll take it because it's the right move. And because you're going to help me make them see that."She shook her head with a soft laugh. "You're impossible.""Yet you married me."Her laughter faded, and for a moment, we stood in silence. The weight of everything we’d been through hung between us like a fragile truce. The scars from betrayal and heartbreak hadn’t fully healed, but standing beside her now, I felt stronger—more determined than ever to make things right.When the elevator doors opened, a wave of tension swept over me. The boardroom was already packed. Selene’s former allies sat at the long mahogany table, their faces taut with apprehension and skeptic
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 127: The Power of Forgiveness
"Are you sure about this?" Elias asked as he pulled the car into the long, winding driveway. The towering oak trees on either side seemed to close in on us. "We can turn back if you're not ready."I swallowed the lump in my throat, my fingers twisting nervously in my lap. "No. I need to do this."He reached over, his hand warm and steady on mine. "I'm right here with you."I gave him a grateful smile, though my heart felt like it was doing backflips. The last time I saw my father, we had exchanged harsh words that cut deeper than any wound. Years had passed, and I had told myself I didn't need closure—but now, with a child of my own, everything felt different.Elias parked the car in front of the large, weathered farmhouse. The sight of the familiar porch with its peeling paint and creaky swing tugged at memories I had long buried.The front door opened before we even stepped out of the car. My father stood there, his once-strong frame slightly stooped, but his eyes were still sharp a
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 126: A New Beginning
“It’s a boy!” the doctor announced with a broad smile as the room filled with the sound of a baby’s strong cry.My breath hitched as tears blurred my vision. Relief, joy, and overwhelming love crashed through me in waves. Elias stood beside me, his hand gripping mine as though it was the only thing grounding him to this earth.“We have a son, Victoria,” he whispered, his voice breaking.I looked up at him, barely able to form words. “He’s here... we did it.”The nurse approached, gently placing the swaddled baby in my arms. His face was red and scrunched, his tiny fingers curled into fists. I couldn't stop staring. He was perfect.“He’s beautiful,” Elias said, his voice thick with emotion.I managed a shaky laugh. “He looks just like you.”Elias let out a breathless chuckle. “Poor kid.”I smiled despite the tears streaming down my face. “He’s lucky, just like I am.”Elias leaned down, pressing a tender kiss to my forehead. “No, Victoria. I’m the lucky one. You gave me a second chance.
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"Stay with me, Victoria!" Elias's voice cracked as he clutched my hand, his knuckles white with tension.The pain was relentless, like waves crashing through me, each stronger than the last. My breath came in shallow gasps as the paramedics maneuvered the stretcher down the hallway toward the ambulance. Everything was a blur—the flashing red lights, the wail of the siren, and Elias’s voice, fierce and determined, cutting through the chaos."I can't—" I choked, unable to finish as a sharp contraction gripped me."You can," Elias urged, his eyes wild with fear. "You're the strongest person I know. Just hold on."The ambulance doors slammed shut, sealing us inside. The paramedics worked quickly, their voices urgent but steady."Blood pressure's dropping," one of them announced. "We need to stabilize her."Elias's grip on my hand tightened. "Do whatever it takes. Just save them—both of them."I squeezed his hand weakly, trying to reassure him, though I wasn’t sure if I was reassuring myse
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 124: A Hidden Revelation
"Open it already, Elias," I urged, unable to mask the tension in my voice.Elias’s fingers trembled as he tore open the mysterious envelope that had been left at our doorstep. The elegant black seal on the back hinted at something sinister, and my instincts screamed that whatever was inside would only bring chaos.He pulled out a neatly folded letter. As he read silently, his face darkened, his jaw clenching so tightly I thought he might snap."What does it say?" I demanded.His voice was low, filled with disbelief. "It’s from Selene."I froze. "Selene? What could she possibly have to say after everything she did?"Elias's knuckles turned white as he gripped the letter. "She claims there’s another conspiracy brewing within Westbrook Industries—something even bigger than her betrayal."My heart raced. "Bigger? How is that possible?"He handed me the letter, and I scanned the words quickly. Selene's handwriting was precise, almost too neat for the venomous confession she had penned."El
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 123: The Aftermath of Betrayal
"Do you think we made the right move?" Elias’s voice was low, almost uncertain—a rare sound coming from a man who always exuded confidence.I glanced at him, my fingers trembling slightly as I adjusted the microphone in front of me. The press conference room was filled with journalists, cameras clicking furiously as they captured every expression on our faces. The Westbrook family name was plastered all over the headlines, and not in a flattering way."You know we had no choice," I said firmly. "Transparency is the only way out of this mess."Elias’s jaw clenched as he scanned the restless crowd. "I just don't want you dragged through this chaos again, Victoria. You've been through enough because of me."I met his gaze, holding it steady. "I'm not going anywhere, Elias. We face this together."Before he could respond, the moderator signaled that it was time to start. Elias nodded, his shoulders squaring as he stood beside me."Ladies and gentlemen," Elias began, his deep voice cutting
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 122: A Risky Move
"Selene, think this through!" I shouted, my voice trembling despite my best efforts to stay calm. The papers in her hand fluttered as she paced near the fireplace, her eyes wild with desperation. "Burning those documents won't fix anything."Her lips curled into a twisted smile. "You think I care about fixing this mess, Victoria? All I want is to make sure no one wins if I can't have it all."Elias stepped forward, his voice steady and commanding. "Selene, drop the papers. We can fix this without anyone else getting hurt."Selene laughed bitterly, waving the documents in the air like a victory flag. "Oh, brother, always the hero. But you're too late." Her gaze flickered between us, calculating. "You've already ruined me by siding with her."I clenched my fists. "This isn't about sides—it's about the truth. You've manipulated Elias, destroyed our marriage, and nearly took down Westbrook Industries. Enough is enough."Her expression darkened. "You don't know the half of it." She jabbed
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 121: The Final Showdown
"Stay close to me," Elias whispered, his voice low and urgent as we crept through the dimly lit hallway. The faint scent of damp concrete clung to the air, and the tension was palpable. Armed security agents moved ahead of us, their steps swift and calculated. My heart raced, the adrenaline making every sound sharper, every shadow more ominous."I'm not going anywhere without you," I whispered back, gripping his hand tightly. The thought of losing him in this chaos was unbearable.We reached the main door to the vast underground lair Selene had been using to conduct her schemes. The lead agent gave a silent signal, and two men moved to flank the entrance. The rest of us stood ready, nerves stretched taut.Elias's jaw was clenched, his eyes cold and focused. "We end this tonight."The door burst open with a deafening crash. Chaos erupted as armed men on Selene's side fired shots. We ducked behind a thick metal barrier as bullets ricocheted off the walls."Stay down!" Elias ordered, shi
