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Chapter 26: The High-Stakes Heist
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The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 27: The Narrow Escape
“We’re trapped,” Elias muttered, his voice tight as the guards' footsteps echoed down the narrow hallway.I pressed my back against the cold wall, my pulse thundering in my ears. "We need a way out—now."His jaw clenched. "I know. Give me a second to think."A second was too long. The red alarm lights overhead flashed wildly, bathing the corridor in a pulsating glow. The guards were closing in fast, their shouts growing louder.“We don't have a second,” I whispered harshly, my fingers tightening around his arm. “There’s got to be another exit.”Elias’s eyes scanned the area. “There.” He pointed to a ventilation grate high on the wall. "If we can get that open, we might have a chance."Might. It's not exactly comforting.Without hesitation, Elias hoisted himself up, muscles taut as he yanked at the metal grate. It didn’t budge.“Come on,” he growled under his breath.Desperation clawed at my chest. I glanced back toward the corridor. The guards were less than thirty feet away now. We w
Huling Na-update : 2025-02-14The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 28: A Fragile Hope
“Victoria, please open your eyes.” Elias’s voice trembled, his hands cupping my face as my world teetered on the edge of darkness. The blinding pain in my head had dulled to a distant throb, but I fought to hold on, aware of the chaos unfolding around me.“She’s stabilizing,” a calm yet authoritative voice broke through the fog. I forced my eyelids open to see a doctor leaning over me. His face was lined with years of experience and a certain weariness I trusted.Elias’s grip on my hand was firm. “Is she… is the baby okay?” His voice cracked with fear.The doctor nodded. “Yes, but it was close. Stress is a dangerous trigger in pregnancy, especially given her condition. She needs complete rest. No exceptions.” His gaze turned serious, locking eyes with Elias. “Any more episodes like this, and it won’t just be the baby at risk. She could suffer lasting damage.”Elias’s face paled, his lips pressed into a grim line. I squeezed his hand weakly, needing to reassure him. “I’m fine,” I whisp
Huling Na-update : 2025-02-14The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 29: The Syndicate's Threat
“You’re sure about this?” Victoria's voice trembled as she clutched the incriminating documents in her hands. We were seated in my study, the soft glow of the desk lamp casting long shadows on the walls. Her eyes, fierce and determined, flickered with disbelief. "An international crime syndicate?"I rubbed a hand across my face, the weight of the discovery pressing down on me like a boulder. "Yes. Selene isn't just after the Westbrook fortune—she's tied to something much bigger and far more dangerous. These documents confirm it."She stared at the papers, shaking her head slowly. "How did this even happen? Your own sister—" Her voice broke."I trusted her," I admitted bitterly. "That was my first mistake."Victoria placed a hand on mine, her warmth grounding me. "We can't let her get away with this."I looked into her eyes, seeing the fire that had always drawn me to her. Even after everything, she was still here, still fighting. "You're not getting involved in this, Victoria. It's to
Huling Na-update : 2025-02-14The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 30: The Final Puzzle
“Do you see it?” Elias's voice was sharp, cutting through the tension in the dimly lit study.I leaned over the scattered documents on the mahogany desk, my fingers trembling as I traced the encrypted code printed in faint ink. The air was thick with a mixture of anticipation and fear. “It’s hidden in the financial reports,” I whispered. “Look at these highlighted dates—they match up with the offshore transfers Selene made.”Elias’s jaw clenched. “That’s not just about money laundering. This is a coordinated operation.”My breath hitched. “You mean…?”He nodded grimly. “She’s not just after the Westbrook fortune. She’s part of something bigger—a syndicate that’s been operating under our noses for years.”I swallowed hard, the weight of his words sinking in. “Elias, if we expose this, she won’t just come after the company. She’ll come after us.”His eyes softened, a rare vulnerability flickering beneath the steel. “I know. But I’ll be damned if I let her win.”The room fell into a tens
Huling Na-update : 2025-02-14The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 31: The Bomb Threat
“Elias, we have to move now!” I shouted, my voice trembling as the high-pitched alarm wailed through the estate. Panic clung to the thick air as security personnel scrambled across the grand foyer, barking orders into their earpieces.Elias grabbed my hand. “I’m not leaving until I make sure everyone is safe.” His jaw clenched, and the fierce determination in his eyes left no room for argument.“The bomb squad’s still twenty minutes away,” I reminded him, breathless. “We don’t have that kind of time!”He pulled me closer. “I need you to trust me, Victoria.”I searched his face, my heart racing. Trust had never been easy for us after everything we'd been through, but this was life or death. I nodded. “Just tell me what to do.”“Get outside. Stay with the staff near the west gardens. I’ll handle this.” His tone was unyielding.“No way.” I shook my head. “I’m not letting you run into danger alone.”He cursed under his breath. “You’re pregnant, Victoria. I can’t risk—”“Exactly. Our child
Huling Na-update : 2025-02-16The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 32: The Showdown at the Estate
"Put the documents on the table, Elias," Selene demanded, her voice cutting through the tense atmosphere like a blade. "And maybe we can end this without anyone getting hurt." I stood next to Elias, my heart racing. Armed security guards surrounded us, their expressions cold and unyielding. Selene stood at the center of it all; her lips curled in a smug smile that made my blood boil. How had it come to this? How had family turned into enemies?Elias's jaw clenched. "You're delusional if you think I'm handing over anything to you, Selene." Her smile widened. "Still as stubborn as ever, big brother. But I always win, don't I?" "You didn't win back then, and you sure as hell won't win now," I spat, unable to hold back my anger. Selene's eyes flicked to me, narrowing with disdain. "Ah, Victoria. Always the loyal one, aren’t you? Still clinging to a man who threw you away without a second thought. How pathetic." Elias took a step forward, his voice low and dangerous. "Leave her o
Huling Na-update : 2025-02-16The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 33: A Desperate Gamble
“Let her go, Selene,” Elias demanded, his voice steady despite the chaos swirling around us. His broad shoulders squared against the tension, though I could see the tightness in his jaw. “This is between you and me. Do you want revenge? Fine. Take it out on me, not her.” Selene’s laugh was cold and hollow, like the echo of a bad memory. “Oh, Elias, you always think you can play the hero, don’t you? How quaint.” She pressed the barrel of her sleek silver gun harder against my temple, her grip unwavering. My pulse hammered in my ears, but I forced myself to stay still. Any sudden movement could be deadly. “You think I’m bluffing?” Selene taunted. “You’ve underestimated me for years. But that ends today.” “You're right. I did underestimate you,” Elias admitted, his voice softening just enough to sound genuine. “But I won’t make that mistake again.” He took a slow step forward. My heart clenched in fear. One wrong move and everything would spiral out of control. “Stop!” Selene b
Huling Na-update : 2025-02-16The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 34: Wounds and Recovery
"Elias! No!" I screamed, the sound ripping through my throat as the gunshot echoed in the air.He staggered, eyes wide with shock, and I saw the crimson bloom spreading across his side. My feet moved before my brain registered what was happening. Selene stood frozen, the gun still in her hand, disbelief etched across her face."Elias!" I reached him just as his knees buckled, catching his weight. His face was pale, beads of sweat glistening on his forehead."Victoria..." His voice was barely a whisper, thick with pain."Stay with me," I begged, tears blurring my vision. "You're not dying on me, Elias. Not now."I pressed my trembling hands against the wound, but the blood seeped through my fingers, warm and relentless."Put down the gun, Selene," I commanded, my voice fierce despite the terror clawing at my chest. "This ends now."Her lips curled into a bitter sneer. "You think you’ve won? This isn’t over."She hesitated for a split second before tossing the gun to the ground and flee
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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.
The Ex-Wife's Secret Chapter 125: The Arrival
"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
