Betrayed by her husband and family, Renee’s world shatters when she discovers her husband has been cheating on her with her sister. Even worse, her parents knew about it and had been scheming with her husband to steal her empire. Renee decides to take charge of her life and leave her cheating husband and family. But, what happens when her husband suddenly shows up with the ripped divorce papers and refuses to let her go? What happens when she is faced with an old friend from the past? Will she forgive her husband or will she take a new path?
Voir plusThe house was quiet, the scent of roses lingering in the air and the candlelight casting a soft glow in the living room just like she wanted. The maids had done a wonderful job with the décoration.
Everything was perfect just as she had planned. Today marked another year of her marriage with the love of her life, Daniel Davids. The man she believed would be her forever. In her hands was a bottle of vintage wine which was a symbol of love, trust, and commitment. She had rushed home early, excited to surprise him. She had texted earlier to ask when he would be returning but he let her know that he would be running late due to some meetings but, Renee didn’t complain. She was in fact happy that she had enough time to prepare for their anniversary dinner. She made her way to the bedroom door which was slightly opened, smiling from ear to ear but as she neared it, her face fell and her knees buckled. Her husband, Daniel was naked, his clothes scattered on the ground as he thrusted into a blonde-haired woman whose face she couldn't see. The sound of their skin slapping against each other feels like a blunt knife being twisted into Renee’s heart. Daniel whispers something into the woman’s ears and she giggles. She then turns around, swaying her buttocks seductively, and finally sits on his legs. Renee freezes and her eyes widen as the woman’s face finally comes into view and is revealed to be none other than her sister, Chloe. It was bad enough that her husband was cheating on her but it was a bigger slap on the face that it was her sister and even worse, on their matrimonial bed and their wedding anniversary. She should have burst in. She should have screamed or broken something. She should have gone in and pulled her sister’s hair like an angry wife but, she didn't. Instead, she stood at the door watching them with tears in her eyes. Something in her suddenly snaps and she pulls out her phone, taking a video of them as evidence. A few thrusts from her husband and they both collapse on the bed, coiled up against each other. “Does Renee know you fuck this good?” She asked with a coy smile. “Renee? Please don’t ruin this moment by mentioning her. That woman is nothing but bad news.” Daniel ruthlessly says and sits up so he can kiss Chloe. “You’re all I want to think about right now, Chloe. It's already bad enough that I have to spend the whole night with her.” He added, shaking his head in disgust and Chloe’s smile widened. “That’s all I want to hear.” A satisfied smile spreads across Chloe’s face and she grabs him by his neck, leaning in to kiss him. Seeing this, Renee decides that she has had enough and she moves away from the door, her eyes filled with unshed tears. Leaning quietly against the wall, she wondered where things had gone wrong. She wondered when things went south in her and Daniel’s relationship. They had made love just this morning and he had confessed his undying love for her, promising to spend forever with her so how did all of that change in seven hours? “You said you loved me, Daniel?” She sobbed quietly. “Why? Why would you do this? And with Chloe?” Her vision had become blurry and her heart broke. She loved Daniel. “You…you said you were happy.” Or has it always been a lie? She met Daniel a few days after her eighteenth birthday where it was revealed that her birth parents who died in an accident when she was only six years old, owned a billion-dollar company that had now been passed down to her. She still remembered his angelic face when he saved her from her bullies at prom night. That was the night she fell in love with him and since then, she had loved no other! He was her first love…after her father. But, like all good things, that didn’t last and her father was taken from her six years after her birth. After the death of her parents, she was taken in by the O’Neils, her parent's best friends who took care of her and raised her alongside their daughter, Chloe. Because of this, when it was revealed that she was actually a rich heiress, she took it upon herself to take care of all their financial need and make sure they never lacked a thing. She even used her influence to get Chloe into the modeling industry and help Daniel start his own company. She built their dreams but they shattered her world in return. Suddenly, something snapped in Renee and she was immediately filled with rage, the feeling of betrayal seeping in more than ever. The hurt and pain in her now that overpowering every good that had been done. It was only a handful. She had sacrificed everything for them and was even willing to give her life for them but they repayed her with a betrayal. A very hurtful one. Seething in anger, she stood to her feet and walked as fast as her legs could carry her, each step reminding her of the betrayal she had just witnessed. As she walked past the dining room, the candle that had been set up for their anniversary dinner flickered until it gave up. Maybe that signified the end of their marriage. Renee didn't stop walking until she was outside the mansion’s gate where she let out a scream she had been holding. She clenched her fists so tightly, her fingernails digging so hard into her flesh that it almost drew blood but, that was nothing compared to the pain she felt in her chest. Was this what betrayal felt like? She was the fool for trusting Daniel all in the name of love. Now, the calm, devoted wife was dead. All that was left was a woman who refused to be broken by the people she loved. She had no business being with a man who could cheat on her so ruthlessly and still fool her by pretending to be a loving husband. Fingers trembling and tears gushing out of her eyes she took out her phone and dailed the number of the last person she trusted. “H-hey, Priya.” She sniffed. “I’m getting a divorce. Please help me get the documents ready.”When they arrived at the venue, it was already past 6. Renee looked out the window, glancing at the crowd of reporters and cameras filling the entrance. There was no way she was avoiding them—not a single chance. “It’s a good thing they’re here. We could consider this as a soft launch.” As if hearing her thoughts, Bryan spoke from the side, referring to the reporters awaiting the arrival of the dignitaries and business moguls who would be attending the event. They were on the lookout for any scandal or news that would break the internet and it was usually found at events like this. “I can’t believe I’m doing this.” Renee chuckled, shaking her head in disbelief. She wondered when she grew so much guts to be so brave. The old her would have chickened out at the mere thought of it. “You’ll be fine,” Bryan assured then checked his wristwatch. “We should leave now. The party will start soon.” He announced and Brielle nodded. Then, he gave a signal to the driver who then instructed t
“Now, tell me. What love potion did you give my brother to make him ask you to he his girlfriend?” Kendal asked, raising his brows in a smirk“Huh?” Renee chuckled nervously, unsure of what response to give him. She didn’t know if it would be okay to tell him that it was a fake relationship as she wasn’t sure if Bryan would want him to know. But, before she could respond, Bryan helped her out.“There was no love potion, Kendal. I asked her to be my girlfriend because we’re in love.” Renee was shocked at how easy it was for him to lie. It rolled off his lips smoothly, his expression matching his words.“Love?! You?” Kendal asked and burst into loud laughter, leaving Renee confused.“Sorry, Ma’am but, this man and the word ‘love’ do not go in the same sentence,” Kendal said to Renee.Renee’s lips twitched, unsure of what to say. She didn’t know how to respond to the brother of her supposed boyfriend telling her that his brother wasn’t capable of falling in love.She still found it hard
After the meeting with Daniel, Renee is distraught. She sits at her office, a pile of work before her but her mind is unable to perform any task. All she can think of is a way to get out of the mess she found herself in. She then decides that she needs good advice and decides to call the one person she listened to. Priya. She answers almost immediately, as though she had been waiting for the call. “Ree!” Her energetic voice put a smile on Renee’s weary face. “I was just going to call you. I wanted to check up on you! How are you doing, Ree? How are you settling with our new man!” Renee could almost see the smirk on Priya’s lips as she asked about Bryan. Renee rolled her eyes and shook her head. Priya could never surprise her with a behavior change. “I’m settling in well. Much better than I expected.” She confessed. “I’ll go into details some other time. I called for a different reason.” She said, her tone turning serious. “Mmmm.” Priya hummed. “There’s a party coming up. I hear
The smell of fresh coffee and waffles filled the kitchen as the sunlight poured in through the floor-to-ceiling windows. Renee sat across Bryan at the glossy marble island, stirring her tea absentmindedly. She hadn’t said much since she woke as her mind was still adjusting to the new environment and reality. “I got an invitation last night,” Bryan said, breaking the silence as he slicked into his waffle. “An invitation?” Renee looked up. “A party. The host is an investor at my company. Can’t really remember what he wants to celebrate but, I did get an invite.” He said, shrugging casually. “I’ll be going and I want you to come with me. It’ll be better if we attend together.” He added. Renee blinked, then shook her head slowly. “I don’t know if that’s a good idea…for me. Daniel did tell everyone that we are still married. I’d be an adulterous woman if I showed up with you.” He looked at her with lazy eyes and shrugged again. “It’ll be a good opportunity to let everyone know h
Renee followed the security team after giving Bryan a call to be sure they were sent by him. After they were done packing her things from the hotel, they left the hotel. There was a black SUV waiting for her outside. The ride there was twenty minutes long with Renee’s heart beating drums as she realized how real it was. She was really moving in with Bryan! Soon, the car slowed down and she stepped out, her designer boots clicking against the smooth pavement as the security guards began unloading her luggage and walking into the building. Her eyes lifted to the building in front of her and her brows knitted in confusion. This wasn’t what she expected at all. Instead of a flashy mansion, she had expected a man as rich as Bryan Taylor to live in, a tall glass building stood before her. It looked almost like a penthouse except that he was the only occupant. “Is everything okay, Ma’am?” One of the men asked and she nodded slowly. “Yes.” She smiled and followed him into the house. N
“I’ve missed you, Danny.” Chloe purred, her perfectly manicured fingers grazing his shirt. “What are you doing here? And how did you even get in?” Daniel asked but remained seated, his tone anything but harsh. As much as he hated to admit, some of him still wanted Chloe. Maybe it was the loneliness… “I’ve always had your passcode, Danny. You gave it to me, Remember?” She shrugged and walked to where he sat, and made herself comfortable beside him. “Well, you look a mess.” She sighed, pushing her hair backward as she took a good look at him. His hair was disheveled, and he was dressed in a pair of black sweatpants and a blue tank top on a weekday. He looked…unemployed. “What are you doing here, Chloe?” He repeated, ignoring her comment. Chloe sighed and leaned into the chair, scooting closer to him. “I’ve missed you.” She whispered. Daniel paused, internally conflicted. His body wanted her, but his mind told him she was in trouble. “No. We’re not together anymore.
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