23. Things Getting Out of Hand

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• Divorced To Steal His Heart    152. Taking Her Side

  … Theo’s POV.I acted too quickly.Maybe if I’d waited for two days, three days, or even a week, she would be begging me on her knees and agree to all of my conditions.However, I couldn’t bear a minute of witnessing my son hate me. I thought negotiating with her would make things easy for both of us, but Olivia is as stubborn as always.I sighed, struggling to focus on driving.I tried not to let anger control me, yet I found myself racing the car down the city, bypassing the traffic rules.My phone rang, and I glanced at it.Seeing Jake’s name on the screen, I ignored it. Knowing the kind of person my assistant is, he might provoke me further, and that could cost him his job.I felt so irritated at the moment that I slammed the steering wheel, honking the car loudly as it got stuck in traffic. But my phone kept on ringing. I didn’t care to glance at it until I made up my mind to fire the dumb guy. However, when I glanced at the screen, a different name flashed on it.Grandpa.Fi

• Divorced To Steal His Heart    151. Exchange Roles

  Olivia’s POVMy heart dropped to my stomach, as I heard Theo state his conditions.He didn’t mean what he said, did he?However, the serious look in his eyes didn’t lie.Wasn’t that wicked, asking me never to see Dave again?I could convince him to stop hating him.I could lie to him that Theo wasn’t a bad man, coaxing him to be nice to the man.However, staying away from him forever…I quickly shook my head. That wasn’t going to happen. Despite believing that I was the mastermind of the crime and he could send me to jail for it, and also tarnish my reputation, he could free me as long as I followed his conditions.Unfortunately, I have no evidence to clear my name, But-“Never!” I balled my fists, giving him my best glare. “I’d rather die than leave him with you.”“You might as well rot in jail forever.” Theo shrugged, showing no concern.He made it seem as if stating those conditions was, in fact, doing me a favor. However, he should very well know that what he requested was impos

• Divorced To Steal His Heart    150. His Conditions

  “You boast that you can rely on yourself. But that meager salary of yours won’t take you anywhere. I’m not surprised that you stole my money, but putting my son to it is what I’ll never forgive. What other fraudulent actions have you taught him, Olivia?”After thinking for a long time, I knew that Olivia could never have access to my resources.But, Dave did.Was that the sole reason why he followed me to L.A.?They were definitely in it together, and I’d been fooled.“You used his talent to your advantage and stole my money…” I added, marveling at her shocked expression.Obviously, she never expected that I’d find out.“If I let him grow up in your presence, what other bad things will you send him to do?”“Y-You…” She stuttered. Of course, she wouldn’t have anything to say. Now that I’ve discovered all her schemes. “Be grateful I didn’t send you to jail directly, because you deserve to be severely punished…” I went on. “Thinking about it now… You’re not desperate to keep him with y

• Divorced To Steal His Heart    149. Make His Life Miserable

  I watched his expression carefully, tired yet hopeful.He looked at me with so much hate in his eyes, causing unbearable pain in my heart. My anger only increased towards Olivia.Seriously, what kind of information has she fed my son that he hates me this much?How could she be so cruel?If it hadn’t been for the bond between us… If it hadn’t been for Dave, I would never have been lenient.I would have punished her harder and made sure she disappears.But somehow, I can’t bring myself to do that.I can’t bear witnessing so much hatred from my own son.“As long as you’re calm, I’ll give you whatever you want…” I added, softening my voice. “You just have to state it. I’ll enroll you in a better school. You’ll receive the best education. I will make sure you never lack anything, Son… And once you grow up…”I reached out to pat his head, taking his silence as consent. “... You’ll have a whole empire waiting for you to inherit. You will become the President of Wellington Group.”“Really?”

• Divorced To Steal His Heart    148. Become Friends

  …Los Angeles.Theo’s POV. If she wanted me to do my worst, so be it.Knowing the consequences, she still had the guts to tell me that.Olivia had pushed me to my limits; otherwise, I would never have considered resorting to this.But if she was going to keep my son away from me forever and mercilessly shove me away, should I just watch with my hands folded?Bringing Dave back alone wasn’t what I had planned initially; however, she’d left me with no other choice.But with time, he’ll gradually get used to my presence and forget the cunning woman who brainwashed him to hate me.Or so I thought…Every minute was filled with restlessness ever since I brought him back with me.He threw tantrums everywhere and refused to have a conversation.He’d embarrassed me again and again in front of the servants and bodyguards, to the point that they gave me questioning looks.I wouldn’t be much surprised if they believed the words he said.“You’re just a heartless kidnapper, Theo! You’ll never be m

• Divorced To Steal His Heart    147. Win Against Him

  Money laundering?H-How?I spaced out for a few seconds, almost believing Theo had framed me.Of all things to taint my reputation with, he had to use money laundering.If I had replied to the lady immediately, I would have instantly denied the accusation, until something rang a bell in my head. Like a wake-up call, pulling me back to the past.The Islands.Theo’s money.My heart sank to the bottom of my stomach, and my hands dropped as dread washed over me. If I hadn’t been reminded, I’m not sure if I would ever remember it. B-But how?How did he find out?I returned to the bench, quietly and defeated, my shoulders drooped, and a new sense of fear awakened inside my heart. When did Theo find out about it?I thought the case had been buried.I thought his money had been returned already.If Theo decides to use this against me, then I’m in big trouble.Not even the brightest lawyer will be able to bail me out of this situation. I remained in the same position for a long time.They