All Chapters of Chasing His Betrayed Ex-Wife: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Clarissa POV I could see why Dominic struggled to accept his wife's death; without a body, it left room for all sorts of rumors and theories to swirl around. The absence of closure can be a breeding ground for obsession, and it seemed that Dominic had fallen victim to that very trap. “Come in, I’ll prepare a bath for you,” Lily offered as she parked in what I assumed was her apartment's garage. Her voice was soothing, a stark contrast to the chaos in my mind. As we stepped out of the car, my mind was a whirlwind, grappling with thoughts that felt jumbled and confusing. The events of the day replayed in my head like a broken record Dominic's frantic eyes, the gunshot that rang out, the feeling of being yanked away from the life I once knew, I was about to be married, and that was snatched away from me, by a man who thought i was his wife. Entering her apartment, I noticed Lily turning to face me. The warm, inviting space was filled with soft light and the scent of lavender.

Clarissa POV I gradually opened my eyes, a sharp pain throbbing in my head, and let out a groan as I took in my surroundings. A wave of dread washed over me as I realized where I was, I was back at Dominic's place.Then it struck me: the girl had knocked me out and brought me here. Just as that thought settled in, the door swung open, and there she stood. The moment she noticed I was awake, she rushed over and closed the door behind her."I'm so relieved you're awake," she said, hurrying to my side. Anger surged within me as she reached out to touch me, and I instinctively pushed her away."How could you do this?" I snapped, my voice filled with rage."I can explain..." she replied, raising her hands in a gesture meant to calm me, but her eyes were a mix of emotions, including pity."Explain what? I trusted you, you traitor..." I spat, my anger boiling over as I locked eyes with her, which were heavy with sympathy.“It’s not what you think, it…” she began, but I stood up and grabbed

I noticed his eyes light up with joy like child receiving candy; his excitement was palpable, while I felt a wave of anxiety about what lay ahead. "Great, let's kick things off with a date. I'll come by to pick you up soon," he said, leaning in to plant a gentle kiss on my forehead before stepping out. As soon as he left, I took out the diamond piece. This jewel felt like it held a deep significance for me; gazing at it was like looking into a reflection of my very soul, leaving me momentarily speechless. Fear washed over me as I realized I truly belonged here. This place was once my home, and Dominic had been my husband. The mere thought of the past sent me spiraling, and I felt lost, unsure of my next steps. Suddenly, the door swung open, and I turned to see Harper storming in, her anger evident. I sighed, knowing she wasn’t here for a friendly chat; she likely wanted to confront me. As she approached, I met her fierce gaze with a smile. She wore a striking red dress that acc

He murmured, "I still recall the moment two years ago when I first encountered her in that dress; she was truly stunning and radiant," as he stared off into the distance. It then dawned on me that this was precisely what the designer had meant; he aimed to recreate my former self, to embody the woman I once was. To him, I was merely a substitute.Pablo had meticulously chosen my attire and the manner in which I should present myself, which filled me with apprehension. It was evident that he had not yet moved on from the loss of his wife.He seemed intent on reliving those memories, and I realized that I was simply a stand-in for her. I was at a loss for words upon discovering his expectations of me; he desired me to resemble the person I used to be, a version of myself that I could no longer recall.I struggled to comprehend why he appeared so deeply enamored with his late wife, yet had maintained a mistress during their marriage, Harper, who also seemed infatuated with him but had u

Clarissa Pov I emerged from the car, feeling the cool evening breeze brush against my skin. As I stood up and surveyed my surroundings, I noticed Harper’s gaze scanning me. I forced a smile, hoping it conveyed sincerity. She approached, her eyes sharp and observant.“Where have you been?” she inquired, her tone casual yet her eyes probing.I glanced back at Aiden, who was still hanging back. “Dominic was meant to take me out, but we had a bit of a disagreement. He changed his mind and brought me home instead,” I replied smoothly, meeting Harper’s curious gaze.Her eyes narrowed slightly as she processed my words, but she managed to smile. “You did well to hold your ground. Do you know where Dominic is now?”I shook my head, striving to appear indifferent. “No idea.”Harper seemed to mull this over for a moment. “You know, I’ve always thought you had a talent for keeping things lively,” she remarked, her tone light but with an undercurrent of something more. “How about we grab breakfa