Semua Bab The Ex-Wife's Secret: Bab 101 - Bab 110

“Elias, we need to talk about this.” I crossed my arms, blocking his path as he paced the living room like a man ready for war.His face was tight with frustration. “There’s nothing to talk about, Victoria. Selene is out there, and she’s not going to stop until she gets what she wants. I won’t sit here and wait for her to come knocking on our door.”“You think I want to sit around and do nothing?” My voice wavered, but I held my ground. “I want to protect our family, too. But going on the offensive isn’t the answer. What if she retaliates? What if she hurts someone?”Elias exhaled sharply, dragging his hand through his hair. “And what do you suggest? That we live in fear, hoping she just disappears? That’s not going to happen, Victoria.”“I’m not saying we do nothing,” I insisted. “But we need to be smart about this. We have a newborn, Elias. Our baby needs us to keep her safe, not play some dangerous game of cat and mouse with your sister.”His expression softened for a moment as he

“Drop the gun, Selene!” Elias’s voice was firm, cutting through the tension in the air.Selene's lips curled into a twisted smile as she aimed the weapon directly at us. "Why would I do that, brother? I've come too far to walk away empty-handed now."I felt Elias subtly shift in front of me, shielding me with his body. My breath caught in my throat as the weight of the situation hit me. This wasn’t just about revenge—it was life or death.“You’re cornered,” Elias said through gritted teeth. “There’s nowhere to run.”Selene let out a bitter laugh. “You really think this is over, don’t you? That you’ve won?” Her eyes gleamed with a dangerous light. “You don’t know me at all.”My pulse thundered in my ears as I scanned the room, searching for any chance to de-escalate the situation. The security team was waiting for a clear shot, but one wrong move and everything would spiral out of control.“Selene, think about what you’re doing,” I said, my voice steady despite the fear clawing at me.

“Victoria, you need to see this.” Elias’s voice was low and tense as he stood by his mahogany desk, papers scattered across its surface like remnants of a battle. His fingers gripped a document so tightly that his knuckles turned white.I crossed the room, my heart racing. “What is it?”He handed me the page, his jaw clenched. The header alone made my stomach twist: Confidential Contract Agreement – Westbrook Industries and Selene Westbrook.“Selene had a secret contract with the board?” I asked, disbelief coating my words.“Not just a contract,” Elias muttered. “It’s a power grab disguised as a legal agreement. She secured the right to make executive decisions in the event of my incapacitation or… permanent absence.”I froze. “Permanent absence?”He met my gaze, his dark eyes heavy with the weight of betrayal. “Death, Victoria. She planned for my death.”A cold shiver ran down my spine. The idea that Selene, his own sister, could stoop so low was almost too much to comprehend. But gi

"You did it, Victoria!" Elias’s voice trembled with raw emotion as he pulled me into a fierce embrace right outside the courtroom. "You proved them all wrong."My heart raced, not from the adrenaline of victory but from the overwhelming flood of emotions. The judge's gavel still echoed in my mind—a final, definitive declaration that nullified Selene’s fraudulent agreements and restored justice."I didn't do this alone," I whispered against his shoulder. "We did it together."Elias pulled back, his gaze fierce yet tender. "No, Victoria. This was all you. You stood up there, fearless, and dismantled their lies one by one. I've never been more proud of anyone in my life."Reporters swarmed us, their flashing cameras and shouted questions cutting through the euphoric atmosphere. Microphones were shoved in our faces as the media vultures circled, hungry for a statement."Mr. Westbrook, how does it feel to have your ex-wife save your family's empire?""Victoria, what are your thoughts on Se

"Are you sure this is a good idea?" I asked, smoothing the fabric of my emerald dress and glancing nervously around the grand terrace filled with elegantly dressed guests.Elias, looking devastatingly handsome in a tailored black suit, cupped my face gently. "Tonight is about us, Victoria. We've been through hell, and we deserve to celebrate." His thumb grazed my cheek. "No one, not even Selene, can take this victory from us."I sighed, allowing myself to relax against his touch. "You always know the right thing to say."He smirked. "One of my many talents."As the soft notes of a live orchestra filled the air, the tension in my chest loosened. String lights shimmered above us, casting a warm glow over the terrace. It was breathtaking, a stark contrast to the chaos we had faced over the past few months.Elias took my hand, leading me onto the dance floor. The crowd faded into the background as he pulled me close, his warmth enveloping me."You’re beautiful," he whispered against my ea