All Chapters of Pampered by Billionaires after Being Betrayed: Chapter 421 - Chapter 430

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421 Say It Straight

Emily almost stumbled as she rushed out of her room. She waved down a taxi and jumped inside. "Take me to St. Mary’s Hospital, please, as quickly as possible."The streets were quiet at this late hour, and the car sped along with ease. The driver glanced at her in the rearview mirror, offering a kind word, "Don't worry, miss. Everything will be alright."Emily took a moment to respond, then said a quick thank you. "I... I’m not that worried.""You're out here in your bathrobe; it sure looks like you're in a hurry," the driver sighed. "Did you even grab your wallet?"Emily hurriedly explained, "I have my phone, I can pay you online.""I'm not worried about you paying. But a woman, dressed like that, out so late—it's dangerous. Even if you're in a hurry, you have to protect yourself."Only then did Emily realize her state. She was still in her hotel bathrobe and slippers, her hair damp and dripping water.She quickly gathered the edges of her robe to dry the seat beneath her. The car so
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422 The Reason for His Illness

Dylan gently called out near his ear, "Boss?""Emily..." Vincent seemed not to hear Dylan, or maybe he was still in a dream.Yet, even in his unconscious state, his voice was hoarse and grating, accompanied by painful rasping sounds. It was as if every word he uttered caused immense suffering. His vocal cords were still in a fragile state, and he had just been moved to a regular room.Dylan glanced at Emily and, not giving her a chance to respond, decided to stabilize the situation first. "Miranda, the boss fell ill suddenly, and we have some international projects that need attention today. I need to head back to the office as soon as possible. Could you please stay with him for a while? I'll have Steven come over to help."Emily remained silent.She understood what Dylan was doing. He was talking in circles, but the goal was still the same—to get her to stay. As for Steven? He might show up at the hospital door, or even outside the room, but he certainly wouldn’t come inside.Dylan
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423 Last Night, He Was with Me

Ken leaned back in his chair, taking a sip of his coffee. "You know, Miranda, I always thought you'd be the type to keep things high-class and aloof, but you’re surprisingly approachable." He grinned, his casual demeanor making the conversation feel more like friendly banter than office talk.Emily Carter—known here as Miranda—smiled lightly as she powered up her laptop. "People tend to have all sorts of ideas about me."Ken, always one for curiosity, looked like he had a question brewing. "Hey, Miranda, can I ask you something?"Emily didn’t look up from her screen. "Sure, go ahead."Ken's eyes sparkled with curiosity. "So, yesterday…, when the boss locked you two in the office. What was that about?"Emily's hands stilled for a second but quickly resumed as she arranged some documents. "Nothing, really. We were just resolving some of the project's leftover issues. Since it’s a collaboration between two companies, Vincent didn't want any of the design plans leaking, so he closed the o
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424 Not Worth It

Cathy's face shifted through a range of colors, her usual confidence faltering for a moment. Cathy had been hired into the Great Wall Group by Vincent Norman himself. Her background was a mystery to most, but because of Vincent’s backing, no one dared challenge her, not even Daniel or Ken. She had built a reputation for getting her way in the company, occasionally making things difficult for others without facing any repercussions.But this Miranda? She had the audacity to stand up to her?Cathy pointed a finger at Emily, her voice trembling with indignation. "So, you finally admit it, huh? All those architecture awards, the whole famous designer act—you've been plotting this from the start. You just wanted to catch the boss's attention, didn’t you? You think I don’t know?"Emily smiled coolly. "If you already know, then why bother asking me?"Cathy clenched her fists. "Fine. Let’s see if you’ve got the guts to admit it in front of him. If you want your ID badge, make Vincent come get
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425 A Familiar Face

Emily typed "Janet Norman" into the search bar, and what she saw left her stunned.The photos that appeared were a far cry from the image she had of Janet. Gone was the once sweet and innocent girl-next-door; in her place was someone almost unrecognizable—thick layers of makeup, bold red lips, and outfits that left little to the imagination. Janet Norman had transformed into a s.ultry, over-the-top icon of sensuality, with every photo more provocative than the last.Emily shook her head in disbelief. The Janet she had known was soft, elegant, and delicate. Now, it seemed like she was trying to be someone entirely different, someone she wasn't.Ken, noticing Emily's reaction, leaned over, grinning. "Quite the transformation, huh? You think she's hot?"Emily gave a half-nod, followed by a shrug. "She’s attractive, sure. But... it’s too much. It doesn’t seem like her."Ken chuckled, swirling his coffee. "Ah, but men love sexy. Janet’s got a crazy fanbase now. Last time she was at a publi
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426 Murphy's Law

Amanda couldn't shake the doubts in her mind as she listened to Ken explain."As far as I know, Miranda is British," Ken said, leaning back in his chair. "Her parents live in the UK, and she's lived there for most of her life. I think I know where you're going with this, Amanda. You suspect the woman who did Lucas’ makeup might be our boss’s wife, don't you?"Amanda wasn’t fully convinced herself. "It’s just a feeling I have… I saw the makeup work she did on Lucas, and the style was unmistakable. It was so distinct that I immediately recognized it. Even Lucas said it was exactly like what Emily used to do. But if Miranda is really from the UK...""Oh, I probably didn’t explain that clearly," Ken interrupted. "Miranda might have British citizenship, but she’s originally from New York.""Is she an immigrant?" Amanda inquired, narrowing her eyes.Ken shrugged. "I’m not sure. That’s personal information, and I didn’t want to pry."Amanda nodded, taking a deep breath, feeling both disappoi
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427 He’s Right Here

He shook his head again.Emily sighed. “You really need to start taking better care of yourself, and think about the people around you who worry about you. You’re not a child anymore—you shouldn’t be acting so recklessly.”He nodded obediently, like a child acknowledging a reprimand.Then, with his right hand still on the gearshift, he reached over and patted the back of her hand, gesturing forward with a nod for her to look ahead.Not far ahead stood a seven or eight-story building, with a sign that read Mental Health Rehabilitation Center."A mental health facility?" Emily asked, raising her eyebrows.He nodded."Logan Morgan is here?" she asked, her tone a mix of confusion and curiosity.He nodded again."Why did you bring me here?" she asked, glancing at him for an answer.Satan didn’t speak. Instead, he continued driving without stopping. It seemed like he only wanted her to see the place, to recognize it, before quickly making a U-turn and heading back towards the Hilton Hotel.
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428 He Treats Me Well

Emily busied herself in the kitchen while Satan quietly followed her in. The suite’s kitchen wasn’t large—comfortable for one person, but a bit cramped with two."You're in the way," she said, giving him a light push. "Why don’t you wait outside?"But Satan made no move to leave. Instead, he took a few steps back and leaned against the doorframe, arms crossed, watching her cook.She had changed so much. Back in the day, when they were together, she rarely wore makeup. But now, every day, she wore flawless makeup, walked confidently in heels she used to hate, and exuded an elegance he hadn’t seen before. Even now, cooking in the kitchen, there was an air of grace about her that made Satan’s heart ache.He couldn’t help but feel a pang of regret. When they had lived together, she had always been the one to take care of him—washing his clothes, cooking warm meals, and putting everything in place. She used his money to pay for her father's treatment, and in return, she took care of his da
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429 She Still Has Me in Her Heart

Ding dong—The doorbell rang.Emily glanced toward the door. "That must be Dylan, here to pick you up. Go run your hand under some cold water again," she said to Satan.She quickly dried her hands and rushed to open the door."Surprise! My dearest girlfriend, are you shocked? Are you thrilled?" Jackson stood at the door, holding a large bouquet of roses, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "Why aren't you saying anything? Are you so happy you're speechless?"Emily hesitated for a moment. "Didn't you say we were just going to have a video call tonight? What are you doing here so suddenly?""Well, that's why it’s called a surprise!" Jackson grinned. "So? Do you like it?""...Yes," Emily replied softly."Great! I knew you would." Jackson beamed as he handed her the bouquet. "It took me forever to find these. I went to so many flower shops, but none of them had the perfect shade of roses. Finally, I found this one place and bought their entire stock. Only the purest roses are worthy of yo
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430 I'm Just Someone Who Isn't Loved

Emily watched as the tension between the two men escalated, her palms sweaty with anxiety. It was a confrontation she had unintentionally caused, and she knew that trying to mediate would only make things worse.Frustrated, she threw up her hands and said, "You two can argue all you want, I’m going to get some fresh air."Jackson quickly caught up to her as she moved toward the door. "I'll come with you," he said, possessively wrapping an arm around her shoulders, leading her out of the apartment with a firm grip. "Let’s head to the grocery store, okay? You promised you'd cook for me when we were in the UK but never got the chance. So, you’ll finally make it up to me tonight, right?"Emily sighed. "Does it have to be today?""The sooner the better! You’re always busy, and who knows when you'll have time again? Come on, let’s go," he said, their voices fading as they left.Inside the now-quiet apartment, Satan stood alone at the large window, staring out into the night. The room felt c
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