LOGINShare
Chapter 14 — A Living Nightmare
Last Updated:
2024-12-26 20:57:01
Related chapters
After 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,
Last Updated : 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
Last Updated : 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
Last Updated : 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
Last Updated : 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
Last Updated : 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
Last Updated : 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
Last Updated : 2025-01-08After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 22 — Alternative Considerations
Emelia's POV"I... I don't know. I love Victor so much, despite everything that's happened. He truly isn't a bad man, it's just..."The cracks that formed in my heart made it so much easier for the doubt to creep in, even though I didn't want it to. I did love Victor, but everything that's been happening with Lily made it so hard for me to just forgive and forget.Alexis sighed knowingly on the other end of the line. "You don't have to figure it all out right now. Whatever you decide to do, you know I'm always here for you.""That's why you're the best, Alexis.""Oh, I know I am." Alexis's smile could even be felt through the phone. "And if you want, you can come crash at my place for a few days. I'd hate for you to be alone in a foreign city without anyone to look out for you.""You know what? I'd love that. We haven't had a good sleep over in over a decade anyway."Her kindness and support was exactly what I needed right now. I was so tired of feeling like I was alone."Yay!" Alexis
Last Updated : 2025-01-09
Latest chapter
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 121 — Focusing Elsewhere
Emelia's POVA few months had passed since Lady Ruby gave me the task of working on the jewelry set for the upcoming wedding. So far, most of my days were filled with sketching designs and gaining feedback from the bride.Truthfully, she was a hard woman to work with, but I appreciated the challenge and criticism. Because of it, I'd been pushing myself and my boundaries, and trying to become a better designer with each iteration of the design.I'd gotten up as soon as the sun rose and wasted no time working on another round of sketches. Maybe I hadn't noticed it when it came to my own wedding, but was wearing a ton of jewelry the tradition? I barely remembered wearing anything outside of the ring!This bride, however, wanted it ALL. Ivy vine-like bangles that stretched from her fingers down to her wrists; a necklace so grand that it also came down to her shoulders; an embroidered, lace veil…Not to mention, I had to make sure that I avoided using gold because it was considered bad luck
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 120 — Never Giving Up
Victor's POV"What are you talking about?" My mother's tone showed more annoyance than concern. She spoke to me as if I was just a toddler again. "Done with what, exactly? And you better watch your words next time! I'm—""I'm done with you." I emphasized the last word. "I'm tired of the lies, the manipulation, and the disrespect; especially from you of all people. My own mother!""What I've done was for your own good!" She yelled. "You were too infatuated with that horrible ex-wife of yours and too cowardly to do what needed to be done. If anything, you should be thanking—""I already told you to stop bringing Emelia into this." I growled. "You've done your fair share of damage to my marriage when I was with her, and you definitely don't deserve to even speak her name!""You ungrateful brat! You should be ashamed of how you speak to your own mother! Watch your tone next time, if you know what's good for you…" Then, in a lower tone, she hissed, "...and for Emelia, too…""I'm not giving
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 119 — A Limit Reached
Victor's POVMy adverse reaction to Lily's presence, I realized now, wouldn't wane no matter what. There was no mending the relationship we once had, nor pretending that it would ever be fine again. Too many lies and bad blood tainted my outlook on her, although it seemed to her as if it were one-sided and I was being unreasonable. But of course, it was my fault for allowing her to get away with so much. I was simply reaping what I'd sown. "Victor!" Lily yelled for me again. "I know you're in there! Stop ignoring me, or I'm telling mom!" I let out a loud, intentionally audible groan of frustration as I stomped my way towards the door. It didn't matter how apparent I made my displeasure with her—simply put, she didn't care about my feelings. It was a nauseating realization at just how much I really did fuck up. I ran my hand down my face as I took a deep breath to put on a somewhat neutral expression. All the emotional turmoil I was experiencing from reading Emelia's blog wa
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 118 — What I Uncovered
Victor's POV"T-Thank you, Alexis." I stood up immediately and hastily pulled in the woman for a hug. "I don't think you understand how much this means to me." Alexis wiggled out of my arms and shoved me away with such force it nearly knocked me to the ground. "You touch me like that again and I won't hesitate to actually kick your ass." "I'm sorry... I'm not exactly thinking straight." "Yeah, I can tell." She rolled her eyes. Then surprisingly enough, her expression softened, even if only slightly. "Personally, I hope Emelia never gives you the time of day again, but maybe this will actually make you see what you missed out on, and you'll learn to never take advantage of good people like her ever again." "It took learning the hard way to realize that Em was really the only one who had my best interest at heart." I admitted in a moment of weakness and vulnerability. "Having trouble in paradise?" That got a flat, humorless chuckle out of me. "More or less." "Hmph, well, g
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 117 — Desperate Times
Victor's POVI couldn't stand to look at this place any longer. It only made me miss Emelia so much more, and holding on to the foolish hope that she'd somehow come back and forgive me was making me go mad.I needed to get out of here.So, I set the car in reverse and made the slow drive down the dirt path. Anguish coated my tongue in its thickness, and it hurt to swallow the reality of what my life would now be like without her.I didn't want to accept it; I couldn't. While she still lived and breathed, I would have a chance. I'd fight for it, too.But for now, I couldn't help but give Emelia the space she needed… Especially so I could keep her safe from whatever my mother seemed to have up her sleeve.As I was halfway down the dirt path, I spotted another car heading past me towards the cottage. I slowed my pace even more, feeling the rise of suspicion crawl up my spine.No one else was supposed to know about this place. I sure as hell didn't tell anyone, and there were only two peop
After the Divorce: Mr. Billionaire Begs for My Forgiveness Chapter 116 — Thoughts We Share
Victor's POVIt had been… what? Two years since I'd seen this place? Despite that, this little cottage hadn't lost its charm. I still thought it to be just as magical as if I were laying eyes on it for the first time all over again.However, the sight of it was bittersweet as a pang of pain pinched my heart. I was in a daze at how I got here, but maybe it was because this place was trying to tell me something.Something that I'd been lying to myself about this entire time.Lily meant nothing to me now.From when we were kids up until everything went to shit, I harbored a lot of sympathy for Lily. While her parents were indeed wealthy and provided her with many materialistic things, she never had a real relationship with them.If her mother wasn't away on business trips, then her father was away due to classified military training or missions.For the most part… She was alone.So, when she moved to my city of Blasdell and started attending the private academy I was at, for some reason,
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
