All Chapters of The Mistress: Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

The soft glow of candlelight flickered over the dinner table, casting a warm hue over the room as Zander and Victoria sat across from each other, enjoying their quiet meal. The night was almost serene, if not for the lingering tension between them—the shared secret, the plan they were both slowly pulling into motion.Zander took a sip of his wine, his eyes watching Victoria with a certain level of scrutiny. He set the glass down, leaning back in his chair. “Maya’s been talking about taking a trip soon. She wants to go somewhere out of the country for a while. You know, a break. I’m sure she’d love for you to join her.” He chuckled lightly, his tone casual, but there was something deeper behind his words.Victoria, who had been toying with her fork absentmindedly, looked up at him. She gave him a small smile, her thoughts immediately shifting to the plan they were creating. “A trip, huh?” she mused, her gaze moving past Zander for a moment as her mind whirled. “Maybe I should take a tr

The soft hum of Daniel’s laptop filled the hotel room as he sat at the desk, deep into his online conference. Outside, the view of the shimmering ocean stretched out to the horizon, framed by palm trees swaying in the gentle breeze. The resort’s idyllic setting was a stark contrast to the tension that lingered in the air. Daniel adjusted his headset, nodding absently as one of his colleagues droned on about sales projections.Victoria, lounging on the balcony, looked out over the resort with a serene expression. She appeared relaxed, but her mind was elsewhere, rehearsing every detail of the plan she and Zander had orchestrated. The faint sound of Ethan’s laughter echoed in her thoughts, a bittersweet reminder of the son she’d left behind for this trip.Her phone buzzed on the table beside her, breaking her reverie. She picked it up and saw Maya’s name on the screen. Stepping back into the room, she answered the call.“Hey, Vic,” Maya’s chirpy voice came through. “I was thinking—how a

The mall was bustling with life, a sea of faces moving through bright lights and chatter. It was the perfect stage for what Zander and Victoria had planned. They walked side by side, their casual laughter and light banter blending seamlessly with the hum of the crowd. Victoria had to admit, she was nervous.This was bold, even for her. But as Zander glanced down at her with that devil-may-care grin, her nerves simmered into excitement.“You sure about this?” Zander asked, his tone teasing but his eyes serious.Victoria smirked, adjusting her sunglasses. “You’re the one who suggested it. Don’t tell me you’re getting cold feet.”“Not a chance,” he replied, offering his arm with a flourish. “Let’s give them something to talk about.”She looped her arm through his, and they strolled into the heart of the mall, every movement calculated but natural. Zander led them to the cinema first, choosing a romantic comedy that Victoria initially scoffed at but secretly enjoyed.As they settled into

Victoria sat on the plush couch in her living room, scrolling absentmindedly through her phone when it buzzed with an incoming call. Seeing Maya’s name flash on the screen, she took a steadying breath before answering, her voice deliberately light.“Maya, hi! What a surprise,” Victoria greeted, her tone filled with just the right amount of warmth.“Hi, Victoria,” Maya said, her voice dripping with sweetness. “I hope I’m not bothering you. I was wondering if you’re free today?”Victoria arched a brow, though her voice remained effortlessly pleasant. “Oh, not at all. What’s up?”“I was hoping you could help me with something,” Maya began. “Zander and I are preparing for our wedding, and I thought it’d be fun to go shopping together. You have such great taste, and I could really use your advice.”Victoria’s fingers tightened around the phone, but she forced a cheerful laugh. “Oh, Maya, that sounds lovely! I’d be happy to help. What time were you thinking?”Maya suggested an early afterno

Victoria woke up feeling surprisingly calm for the first time in days. After everything that had happened—the accident, the cold indifference from Daniel and Rita—she had expected to feel a lingering sadness or anger. But as the sunlight filtered in through the curtains, casting a warm glow on the room, she felt… okay.For the first time in a long time, she didn’t feel consumed by rage or hurt. She wasn’t sure if it was because she was finally processing everything or if it was just a temporary calm before the storm, but either way, she welcomed it.Ethan had already left for school, and Daniel had gone off to his meetings at the office. It was one of those rare moments when she found herself with a few hours of peace and solitude. She decided to use the time wisely. There was laundry that needed to be done, and as trivial as it seemed, the task felt grounding. She could clear her mind while she folded clothes, separate the lights from the darks, and let herself breathe.The rhythmic