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Chapter 13— Against You and Them
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After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 14 — A Living Nightmare
Emelia's POVThere was no way in hell Bernadette just said what I thought she did. Right? She didn't just suggest that Lily live in my home? So my husband could take care of her?Could Bernadette see the smoke coming out of my ears? Could she tell that it felt like she'd just slapped me in the face?"No, absolutely not!" I said in an exasperated tone. "That is out of the question and completely out of line!"Bernadette rolled her eyes at me and diverted her attention to Victor. "Oh, come now, dearest son. You don't think I'm being unreasonable, do you?"Victor avoided my gaze that I was burning into him. His lips pushed into a thin line as he hesitated to give an answer.But I knew him better—I knew exactly what he was going to say. Just the suspense of waiting for him to confirm my suspicions made me want to vomit.Victor sighed. "No, mother. You're not being unreasonable.""Oh, Victor!" Lily squealed. She wrapped her arms around him and hugged him tight. "This is going to be so exci
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-26After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 15 — Hot n' Cold
Emelia's POVI shouldn't have been surprised that there was yet another secret between Victor and Lily I was just now finding out.How many more secrets did he have? Would it be another day or week until I'd find out the next one?I stood at the bottom of the steps, eavesdropping yet again on another conversation I knew that would only hurt me."It makes no sense to me, honestly." Bernadette continued. "You know how much I've loved Lily since she followed you home from school one day. Even our families are so close… Why didn't you marry her?""Mom, that's all in the past now." Victor replied in an indifferent tone. "Can we not talk about that right now?"A part of me wanted to feel relief at Victor choosing not to talk about his past engagement with Lily—but I felt none.I truly had no idea how much more of the secrets and betrayal I could bear…The sound of footsteps broke me from my thoughts and I immediately rushed up the stairs to avoid being seen. After I closed the door softly,
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-26After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 16 — Building Frustrations
Emelia's POVJust as I was finally ready to submerge myself in flames of passion, a sudden knock at the door shattered the entire atmosphere. Instantly, the air had gone cold, and pleasure quickly turned into irritation."Victor!" Lily's unpleasant voice clawed through the door. "I need your help now!""Fuck!" Victor hissed under his breath."You can't be serious!" I groaned under my breath.We both pulled away from each other and scattered to get our clothes on. The tension and frustration was so thick in the air, it was almost hard to breathe.Why? Why now?After we were both clothed, we had to take a few extra moments to catch our breaths.The sensation of our bodies having been so close didn't go away for me as easily. I could feel the heat of my arousal still pooled at the bottom of my stomach. It was almost painful to have had the few moments of pleasure yanked away from me so abruptly.As for Victor, he seemed to be able to compose himself much more easily. He opened the door a
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-27After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 17 — Getting Away
Emelia's POVI kept my gaze locked onto Victor's but I could feel his demeanor had changed. While his expression was hard to read, I could tell that he was conflicted.Like he couldn't choose between me or Lily.As I leaned in to try and give him another kiss, Victor pulled away. Suddenly, his arm was no longer around my waist, and he'd stepped back a few inches.I gave him a pleading look, but he didn't acknowledge me. Disappointment, frustration, and sadness lingered in the space between us."I'll be right back, okay Lily?" Victor finally broke the silence. "I'm just going to take a shower real quick.""But I'm hungry now!" Lily pouted."Hey, you still haven't even picked what you wanted." Victor joked half-heartedly. "Keep looking around. I'll be back to make you whatever, okay?"Lily crossed her arms and turned away to go raid our kitchen cabinets for ingredients.Meanwhile, I stomped after Victor up the steps and followed him into our bathroom."You can't be serious, Victor." I p
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-27After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 18 — A Kiss Once Shared
Emelia's POVAt that moment, I felt a shift in my own energy that I hoped wasn't going to happen on this trip. Even when Lily wasn't here, it was like I couldn't escape the clutches of her affect on me.This time alone with him was precious, and I didn't want to let go of the perfect memories we were just starting to make with each other. Even if his mention of her was innocent and probably unintentional, I didn't want to ruin this moment by bringing her up.Victor tilted his head, as if sensing something was off about me. "Is everything okay, Emelia?"I nodded my head, and smiled. "Yeah it's just…" I hesitated, wondering if I brought her up if he thought I was suddenly being weird or unreasonable. But I knew if I didn't ask, it'd just eat me alive."It seems you and Lily have a lot of history together… Have you taken her here to this restaurant, too?"Victor nodded his head. "I have, although if you want to be technical, it wasn't my doing. My dad was celebrating a business deal he h
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-27After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 19 — Shattered Hopes
Emelia's POVANOTHER damn secret! How much was I meant to uncover?!First, she's an unknown work colleague. Then, she suddenly has a name and it's Lily. And then she's a childhood friend?Friend! Just a friend! I scoffed at the thought.And now this? Now there's a photo of them kissing?! Immortalized in a damn café of all places?I really thought I was going to lose it. I wanted nothing more than to leap over the counter and rip the photo to shreds.The sudden jingle of the bell above the door pulled me back to my senses, and my eyes snapped to the man who walked through the door as if he didn't have a care in the world.Victor."Hey, I hope I didn't keep you waiting for too long." Victor smiled.I wore a scowl on my face in disbelief of the man who stood before me. This person was no longer who felt familiar; he was nothing but a stranger. His promises and comfort he had once given me were nothing more than tools of deception.And to get to what end? I had no idea.Still, it made me
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-27After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 20 — A Helpless Feeling
Emelia's POVVictor left almost immediately, as if he truly thought my words were me giving him permission. For someone as smart as him, it baffled me with just how foolish he could be when it came to my emotions!How was it that he couldn't see that he was being manipulated? Oh, because he didn't see it that way. How stupid of me to think that he didn't think of her as anything less than perfect…I'd tossed my luggage back onto our—well, now my—bed, even though I had planned to leave.My heart felt like it was being torn in half, and Victor wanted to do nothing about it. Hell, if anything, he was the reason why it was happening.All it took was one damn phone call for our perfect getaway to come crashing down. Once again, our relationship was pushed towards its breaking point.It made me feel like a damn idiot for thinking things were going to change. Even though he'd shown me time and time again that he was incapable of prioritizing his own wife over her.I loved Victor with everyth
Huling Na-update : 2024-12-27After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 21 — Second Guesses
Emelia's POVAt first, I couldn't find the words to respond to the man before me. To say he was incredibly handsome would be an understatement.Short, black hair was slicked back, as sharp features encased flawless skin. High cheekbones rested just under a beautiful pair of vibrant green eyes.The deep blue suit he was wearing was immaculate and free of any wrinkles. It looked expensive; very similar in style to what Victor would wear.I had to pick my jaw off the floor so I could greet him properly. "I am, but have we met? I'm sorry; I'm having a hard time recognizing you.""You have nothing to apologize for. If anything, I'm sorry. I don't mean to come off as a creep." Even his chuckle was smooth. "My name is Mason Leone; we attended the same Gala Dinner a few days ago."I met his politeness with a very strained smile. I'd wanted nothing more than to forget about that awful night and the effects it had on me emotionally and physically.Mason seemed to notice my hesitation and spoke f
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After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 115 — An Escape
Victor's POVA dark cloud hung over my head as I left my mother's mockery of a home. I was in a worse mood than when I showed up. Even the warmth of the midday sun couldn't penetrate my body enough to reach my cold heart.What kind of connections did my mother really have? How did she come to know about Emelia's move to Italy?And did she truly have a means to harm her?After everything that I'd put her through, I couldn't stomach the thought of anything else happening to Emelia. Back then, I wasn't able to save her from the damage that I'd directly caused.But now… I was given a second chance. Even if that meant bending and breaking myself to my mother's will.I just couldn't wrap my head around any of it. Could this not just be another manipulation tactic? Was I being deceived so she could tighten the leash she had around me?I gripped my hands tight around the steering wheel.I was no one's dog. Not a puppet to be controlled, or some pawn that was to be sacrificed in favor of the Ki
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 114 — A Forced Deal
Victor's POVThe drive was silent as I dreaded the familiar street names that spelled me getting closer to my mother's home. She was the last person on this damn planet I wanted to see. Even if she may have not been the sole reason for what was wrong in my marriage, she sure as hell played a big fucking part in it.There was no forgiving her for the way she treated Emelia; especially since she'd tried so hard to win her affections. The disrespect, the insults, the snarky remarks.I was too damn blind to see the damage it was causing. Emelia didn't deserve that treatment. And she sure as hell didn't deserve a spineless husband who did nothing to prevent it.I gripped the steering wheel harder once I turned onto the driveway of my mother's multi-storied home. The blood in my veins ran cold. I didn't want to be here.A few minutes passed while I continued to sit in the car. Its engine hummed since I still had the key in the ignition.I could just leave.It's what I wanted to do.I should
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 113 — Dark Times
Victor's POVThe walls that surrounded this meeting room were nothing short of a fucking prison. Despite the people that were around me, it felt like I was in solitary confinement. And I wanted nothing more than to break out.For the last hour, I've sat here and endured the mindless drabbling of my subordinates. The atmosphere was so thick and heavy from the storm that raged in my mind, that none of them dared to even address me.It allowed me to brood at the head of the table in peace. Or relatively so. It would've been better if it was silent.In truth, I had no idea what this meeting was supposed to even be about. Not like I cared; and haven't done so in the last few days. Luckily for me, Rosalie was attentive and never spared the details she wrote in her notepad or clicked on on her keyboard. She'd send me the details later anyway.My mind was in shambles and ruin; left in disarray due to the betrayal of someone I least expected.My grandfather.I just couldn't believe it. A part o
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 112 — Partner In Crime
Emelia's POVI shook my head, trying to ground myself back to this reality as I took the phone from Mason. It was Lady Ruby."H-hello?" I croaked, not realizing that my throat had gone dry."Is everything alright, sweetie?" Lady Ruby asked. "You don't sound too well."I cleared my throat and composed myself. "Y-yes, everything's fine. I just still need to adjust to the heat of this place."Mason snickered, but I pinched him."You'll grow to love it for sure. That Italian sun will do wonders for your skin!' Lady Ruby laughed. "But the reason I called was to check up on you and relay some information about the new project.""I love it here already, don't worry." I smiled. "But I'm ready for whatever it is you need from me! I'm excited to finally be able to start working on this project with you!""That's the spirit!" Lady Ruby enthused. "Well, more of the finer details are in the works, but an old friend and colleague of mine has plans to hold a wedding in the gardens of Isola Bella for
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 111 - In the Space Between
Emelia's POV"Last time I checked, yeah." Mason laughed. "I've got my driver's license and passport if you need to check. No birth certificate, though. That'll cost extra to get sent here."I scrunched my face in disbelief. "I-I don't understand. W-what are you doing here? Why are you here? When did you get here?""Oh, I'm sorry, officer." Mason teased. "I didn't realize I was being brought in for questioning!""Mason!""Just kidding! I'll tell you everything you want to know, I promise. But can I come in?" He smiled sheepishly as he wiped a bead of sweat from his brow. "I don't know how you've adjusted to all this heat! I feel like a vampire in need of shade!"I ushered Mason into my home, climbing the stairs to the top floor where the kitchen was. Sitting two glasses onto the marbled island, I pulled out a pitcher of fresh lemonade and some ice trays.I then walked back to the fridge, staring idly at the ingredients. In truth, I knew I wasn't looking to make a meal. If anything, I wa
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 110 — A Dream Come True
Emelia's POVThree days have passed since I arrived in Italy. Accommodations for me were already made, but I wasn't expecting something as luxurious as this! Even though Lady Ruby tried to pass this off as modest, I didn't believe her in the slightest.Glass stairs separated each of the three stories that divided the living area, bedroom and master bath, and the kitchen. Smaller balconies accompanied each floor that could sit a small garden for plants and herbs or a sunbathing area.The real treat, however, was the expansive open terrace where I was greeted by the scent of fresh sea salt and the sound of gentle waves. The bright overhead sun bathed my skin in its warmth, and for the first time in so long, I felt happy.Grandpa Antonio was right—I LOVE Italy!I sat my laptop down on the outdoor table, raising the accompanying umbrella since I'd intended to do a video call. Luckily, work hadn't started for me just yet, so I wanted to take this opportunity to call home and update everyone
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 109 — A Desperate Chase
Victor's POVMy grandfather didn't know it, but a storm was fast approaching his estate. Lightning, thunder, heavy rains, and damaging winds were ready to tear apart the legacy he'd built. Because I knew that he had to have known about Emelia leaving. There was no way he couldn't have. She was the only one on this planet he probably loved more than me.Which was enough to convince me that he knew about this all along.I sped down the highway with reckless abandon, hardly heeding to the horns that honked at me or the few sheriff's cars I'd whizzed by. I was on a mission to get answers.And I would get them—one way or another.Once we arrived, I shot Rosalie an icy glare. "You're coming inside. Either way, I'll find out you're lying to me."Rosalie nodded her head. "Y-yes sir…"I didn't even dignify my grandfather with a knock on the door as I stormed through his front doors and marched straight for his office. His butlers that would've normally greeted me, or in this case, apprehended
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 108 — Off My Radar
Victor's POVIt's been a week since I'd last seen Emelia.Seven days since I'd smelled her favorite, vanilla-scented perfume she loved so much.One hundred and sixty-eight hours since I'd felt the weight of her scrutinizing glare.Ten thousand and eighty minutes later, and none of my men have given me any more information on her whereabouts, or what she's been doing.It was like she'd gone off my radar completely.Things were quiet. Too fucking quiet.And I was losing my damn mind.Today was supposed to be another meaningless day filled with work meetings and making sure the designers were on schedule for the new season of jewelry to drop soon. Unfortunately, we were lagging behind our release date.Had there been someone else who was far more experienced in the leadership position to keep things running smoothly, we wouldn't be having this damn issue.But of course, who was at fault for such an oversight?Me, obviously.It was my fault things were falling apart.But to hell with the s
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 107 — A Sweet, Last Reunion
Emelia's POV"I had to come see you off, of course." Grandpa Antonio smiled at me. "You don't think I would let my favorite granddaughter leave for Italy without me saying goodbye, do you?"My smile faded almost immediately. "W-wait, you know? Then does that mean that Victor—""He doesn't." Grandpa was quick to reassure me. "Given everything that's happened between you two, I've made sure to keep this a secret.""But how do you know?""Ezra's been a good friend of mine since my college days. We entered the jewelry design industry together, but clearly one of us took it more seriously." Then he hesitated for a moment. "She, um, she also mentored Victor for a little while. So, she may or may not have told me about…""Let's go inside." I interrupted him and held the door open. "We can talk more once we're comfortable and sitting."As grandpa came inside the home, his eyes looked around at the packed suitcases and boxes of belongings that were stacked in the foyer. When he turned to look a
