Chapter 25 “I knew you wouldn’t let me down. Then get divorced from Adrienne quickly–make sure you tie up all the loose ends. You owe Beth, and you need to make it right with her properly!” “Alright.” Only then did Tabitha enter the elevator with a satisfied smile. Adrienne froze in place, the dull ache … Read more
Chapter 24 Other than uneasiness, she felt puzzled, too–wasn’t it Corinne who had asked someone to call her? Tabitha’s expression darkened when she saw Adrienne. Noticing this, the others were secretly gloating. Everyone knew Tabitha disliked Adrienne. If it weren’t for the stunt Adrienne had pulled, Garrett would have been engaged to Bethany back then. … Read more
Chapter 23 Staring in the direction Garrett’s car had gone, she sneered without turning around, “Things between him and Adrienne have become so nasty. There’s no going back between them. I’m sure he’s into me now. It’s just… he doesn’t dare to admit his feelings because of his promise to her back then.” “Beth, I … Read more
Chapter 22 Blood immediately dripped from his palm. Seeing this, Bethany was so terrified that her body shivered slightly. She hastily grabbed some tissues. “What were you thinking? Can’t you be more careful?” Instead of taking the tissues, Garrett lowered his head and pulled out the shards from his palm. More blood started to spill … Read more
Chapter 21 Now? Adrienne was history. Bethany didn’t know exactly what happened between them, but she knew she had to seize this opportunity. Garrett’s earlier question seemed like an afterthought. He asked it and then ignored everyone. He stared at his glass, lost in thought. Suddenly, a hand reached over. It was Norman’s. The two … Read more
Chapter 20 “Alright, that was ages ago. Grandma, you should get some rest.” “How can you…” Corinne was fuming as she watched him head upstairs. She quickly followed. “She’s really not coming back? She hardly has any friends in Gerberton. Where could she even go at this hour? Isn’t this her home?” Garrett’s steps halted, … Read more
Chapter 19 Adrienne got in the back seat and looked out the window. “I’m looking to rent a place near the office.” “Near Elarion Avenue? I have a place there. It’s empty. You can stay there.” “Thank you, but it’s okay.” “Don’t be a stranger. I’ve got more than enough places.” Any more refusal would … Read more
Chapter 18 Adrienne’s steps froze. The woman seized the opportunity to grab a flower vase from the table and hurled it at her. “Die, you bitch!” Her health was already poor. She passed out immediately. In a haze, she saw a figure running toward her, but thought it must be a hallucination. She didn’t have … Read more
Chapter 17 Adrienne was just about to say something when Bethany walked in through the revolving glass door and greeted her warmly. “Adrienne? Are you here to see Garrett?” She seemed to notice that Adrienne didn’t have clearance to access the top floor, and the corners of her lips curled slightly. The receptionist asked quickly, … Read more
Chapter 16 Garrett stood up, not bothering with breakfast. “Sure. Everything’s my fault. I’m the one who forced her not to eat. Go take a look at that room full of luxury goods. Every month’s latest–season clothes, bags, and jewelry are worth millions. I’ve never mistreated her. She’s the hostess, yet she can’t even handle … Read more