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Divorced To Steal His Heart 91. In Trouble
…Geneva, Switzerland.Olivia's POV Finally!Landing in Geneva was like getting out of hell and returning to the real peaceful world. I trudged into the apartment and sank onto the couch. Completely jetlagged, all I needed was some rest. Yet, I couldn't rest a bit as the images of what transpired at the airport kept flashing in my mind.I have to ignore it.I have to forget the fact that Theo and I met and talked. “Come here, you silly boy.” I pulled Dave to my side and hugged him tightly, wondering where he learned to be stubborn. “Aren't you the little troublemaker?”“I said I'm sorry, Mommy,” Dave murmured in my arms. “If I knew Theo was a complete jerk, I would never have gone near him.”I sighed. Thinking Dave hated his father deeply, it turned out I was completely wrong. Did he hope that Theo would change?Was that why he followed him to L.A.?“You didn't just go to look for me, right?” I asked. Dave was too smart for that. He was neither clingy nor whiny, so I was quite
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-22Divorced To Steal His Heart 92. Getting Married
…Los Angeles, U.S.A.Theo's POV I always knew it was too good to be true, and my intuition has always been right. A girl wouldn't randomly chat up my assistant for a relationship unless it was a scam.But this was more than a scam, as the heavy accusation could lead Jake to jail. If I hadn't interfered, that lady would have made his life hell!Now I recall correctly where I'd last seen her. She was Olivia's crazy friend who threatened to burn down my company if we didn't bring Olivia out five years ago. “Mr. Wellington, thank you for saving me.” Jake came to my office this morning, looking as haggard as he was last night. The Cops didn't touch him, but that lady had given him a hell of a beating. For some reason, she hated him.“I thought I told you to rest at home.”Besides, it wasn't only saving him. It was also saving my reputation. If I hadn't interfered quickly, we would have been labeled as kidnappers. “Yeah.” Jake scratched his head, looking embarrassed. “Actually, I'
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-22Divorced To Steal His Heart 93. A Different Side of Her
When I arrived at the mansion, I didn't expect to see this number of crowd. Obviously, my mother has invited every woman in the socialites’ circle, both young and old. All of them aren't her friends.“Honey, you're just in time!” Jessica came forward, wearing a peach dress.This isn't a normal tea party. The mansion's field was decorated and the servants, dressed in their uniforms, were serving snacks and drinks. This isn't a tea party at all!“My parents just arrived from France for our wedding. Mom is throwing a celebration for their arrival. Come, they're sitting just there!”Without allowing me a second to process what's happening, Jessica pulled me through the crowd, anxious and excited.True to her words, her parents had come. And not only them, most of her relatives have arrived from France. And I thought she wanted a small wedding party.Mr. And Mrs. Reid stood up to greet me. I had to compose myself and act along. “We've finally met you in person, Son-in-law! You're inde
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-22Divorced To Steal His Heart 94. Changing Him
…Geneva, Switzerland.Olivia's POV First things first. To avoid a storm, one has to change the direction of the boat. Dave must be lacking the basic things kids do at their age, and that must be the reason why he's acting more than his age. His school teacher reported that he rarely made any friends and did not engage in any fun activities.He'd mostly preferred to hang out in the computer room. And the Nanny told me that he never played with the toys I bought him, which was more disturbing. Dave is a smart kid, however, that was dangerous. Not only did he get himself into trouble, but also us. So to prevent the same thing from ever occurring again, I must start finding ways to make him act his age. While Ethan helped us install the new TV in the living room with an expert, I went to find Dave in his room.Ever since I told him that we're not using Theo’s money, he'd been grumpy. Even now, we're looking for safe ways to transfer the money back without alerting anyone.Of co
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-23Divorced To Steal His Heart 95. Cook Up Lies
…Los Angeles, USA.Theo's POV Locking myself up in the Villa, and switching off my phone was all I needed to get myself back together.No need to see a Doctor to cure the constant headaches,Or a therapist to end the constant distraction. Yet, it turned out that the thing I was running from would always hunt me. Even now as I sat in the living room, every news channel I switched to was airing the same event.The charity gala and the interview. I could surf the Internet to kill time if only my walls weren't bombarded by Jessica's fans’ comments. Mountains of gifts were piled up in front of the Villa and I heard it's the same at Jessica's residence.There were one or two Paparazzi always lurking outside my home. The more the days approached, the more overwhelmingly suffocating things got. I need to breathe.I just want this to be over with as soon as possible. I turned off the TV and tossed the remote aside. I should probably be in my study room.So I stood up to go upstairs. B
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-23Divorced To Steal His Heart 96. What He Saw In Her
I didn't just stop at the living room.Grabbing my car keys, I took the most low-key car and left the Villa.Nobody would be able to recognize me and no paparazzi would even take notice.I drove aimlessly around the city for several minutes, wishing it could somehow help calm my thoughts.My heart is unsettled, and so is my mind and I couldn't help but compare the past and the present.Jessica would always follow my instructions, but now she seemed to be forcing things to go her way.With my mother's backing, she does everything she wants.But, my mother has always supported her, and she was always obedient.Is this caused by Grandpa's approval?Why can't she take things slowly? After driving for hours, I pulled over in front of a place I'd promised never to come back to.But I could do with any kind of distraction at the moment. All I want is to just get rid of these frustrating thoughts.Luckily it was already evening and the sky was dark.Nobody would see me enter or exit the bar.
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-23Divorced To Steal His Heart 97. His Assets
Funny how I could not reply to the question.I'd finally resigned to my fate, to marry Jessica. The whole world is aware that our wedding is happening. She'd hyped it up so much that everyone believed I was madly in love with her. What's more better than acting along?Besides, my mother is right. I'm not getting any younger.And Grandpa's desire for an heir is still strong.I couldn't clearly state what I saw in Jessica. I couldn't form a lie either. “Dude, we're waiting….”All their eyes were on me, eager to hear my response. “Come on, Buddy.” Xander grinned. “Don't say she makes you speechless. It can be crazy when you're in love, but at least there has to be one or two things that got you attached.”“Don't tell me it's only because of her beauty,” Ryan exclaimed. “That's impossible. By the way, I'd heard about her obsession with plastic surgery-”“Hey, that's a lie! Is Theo Wellington blind to go for a plastic doll?” Mike stepped in to defend me.However, Ryan was right. Jess
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-24Divorced To Steal His Heart 98. Grandpa's Will
Did I hear the old man correctly?Why?How?“But, Master…” The Butler looked confused. “What about the Young Master’s future family? Jessica will surely give birth to an heir.”“That's my dumb grandson's business and not mine.” Grandpa Victor dismissed the Butler's name. And then he turned to the lawyer and continued, “This mansion… I, Victor Wellington, hereby declare that its ownership should be written in David Lawson’s name. He'll be the future patriarch of this family and not Theo Wellington.”Why is Grandpa doing this?It appears the old man is already writing his Will. Did he favor Olivia and her son that much? Would he disregard his own family members for them?Dave…David Lawson…Wait… why does that surname sound familiar?Lawson.Dr. Lawson.“Also write this down,” Grandpa Victor continued… “Olivia's son should inherit the Wellingtons' Group of Companies. Unless he chooses a different career path in the future, ensure that he becomes the Chairman of the Group in the future
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Divorced To Steal His Heart 124. A Surprise
The earlier I get Jessica treated, the better.I can't put up with this.I can't tolerate her drama.If I knew that I'd come back and meet her like this, I wouldn't have left Geneva. I'd very much prefer suffering in Olivia's hands than this!While I got ready, I could hear her breaking things in the bathroom.Knowing I wasn't following Dr. Raynold's orders, I felt a little guilty.Maybe I should be a bit lenient with her. But pretending to be her husband is something I cannot do. I was taking breakfast downstairs when she joined me, looking more haggard than I'd expected.She looked depressed as she silently ate her food.Even when her phone rang, she didn't answer it.Worried, I reached out and patted her hand gently. “Lighten up. I have a surprise for you later.”Jessica's expression became bright and she jumped to her feet.“Really? What's the surprise, Honey? When can I see it?”Actually, it's just a decision I made now. Not really that much of a surprise.“I have purchased a n
Divorced To Steal His Heart 123. Never Give Him Peace
Smiling brightly, she lifted her head from my chest and sat up. “Sorry, I slept off in the living room. I couldn't join you last night.”She tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and blushed. “The party took over me, I guess.”Not really.Doesn't she recall a thing?I sat up, frowning in confusion as her innocent eyes wandered across the room. They widened in shock, and she gasped, covering her mouth. “Who did this, Honey? Why's the room a mess? Did you get drunk last night?”I followed her gaze to the broken lamps and torn curtains.A conflicted feeling hit me instantly, leaving me in utter disbelief.I sighed, shoved away the bedsheet, and entered the bathroom.I took a long time under the shower, trying to collect my thoughts.My confusion is no more, and my mind is now troubled.How long will it take for her to recover?Is there really no other way as the Doctor had said?No!I can't just believe him.There are great neurologists out there that I can reach out to. They'll defini
Divorced To Steal His Heart 122. Save Her Life
Traumatized?How?That sounds ridiculous. And why wasn't I informed about it until now?Jessica sounded alright on the phone. In fact, she looked alright to me.“The rejection had a great impact on her mental health…” Dr. Raynold added. “That's why she's like this. Once in a similar situation, her trauma will be triggered. Did you perhaps do anything that made her feel unwanted, Mr. Wellington?”Does telling her to leave my bed count? I also told her that we're not married. I ordered her to come to her senses.What now?I thought she only fainted at the wedding venue due to the shock.So Jessica is crazy now.“Who else knows about this?” I asked. “And can she be cured?”Dr. Raynold looked around before answering my question as if he was being secretive.“You know Jessica has a sensitive identity; that's why I hid her situation from everyone, including your family…” The Doctor explained. “As a celebrity, words can leak out, and people will label her as a crazy person, which can affec
Divorced To Steal His Heart 121. Traumatized
Opening my eyes, her deep fragrance alone was enough for me to know that it was her.“What are you doing here?” Frustrated, I tried to keep my voice low.What's she doing in my bed?Is she out of her mind?What's she doing in my house in the first place?“Honey, I don't understand…” Jessica sat up beside me, looking very confused.I wonder what I'd said wrong or which word I'd mispronounced.“Where else am I supposed to sleep if not here?” She continued. “Come on, stop scaring me, Honey. I thought-”“Stop calling me that.” I also sat up, annoyed by the fact that she was acting oblivious.Her puzzled look confused me. Does she think this is okay?“I- I should stop calling you that?” Jessica stammered, staring at me in disbelief. “Why? Aren't we married? Aren't we a couple?”Does she even listen to herself?I was right in thinking something was wrong with her by the way she acted carefreely.When did we get married?“Come on, stop scaring me.” Jessica clasped my arm, her eyes welling up
Divorced To Steal His Heart 120. Unbothered
My mind traveled back to some weeks ago.As usual, Dave had followed me to the office. Although he was always blunt and cold towards me, he never disturbed me while I worked.While I was busy testing out the new camera the company was about to invest in, he was engrossed in staring outside the large floor-to-ceiling window as he sat beside it.That was when I took this photo.Seeing the deep frown on his face as he stared at that particular spot, I'd thought he was sad because he missed his mother,Yet, reading his expression clearly now, something tells me it was just a look of disappointment.He'd known all along that I was his father, yet he chose to stay with me.Dave was very smart and he could easily find Olivia, but he didn't.Maybe he'd genuinely wanted to spend some time with me, and…Where did I go wrong?Was it when I shouted at him because of Jessica?Was it because of the wedding?But I'd apologized and the wedding was also canceled. I stood and paced the space of my of
Divorced To Steal His Heart 119. An Emergency
…Theo's POV What a wasted effort.Another failed mission.I slammed the steering wheel several times, the loud honking of my car echoing on the long highway.Stuck in a tight traffic, my frustration increased drastically.Why's she giving me a hard time?Why's everyone against me?I can't believe Dave would reject me too. He never really liked me, but I'd looked forward to a different reaction from him. I was so close.Very close. I could get a strand of his hair, carry out the DNA test, and get my own physical evidence-If only Dave hadn't raised an alarm.Of course, I didn't mean to take him away. I'd planned to return him once we were done shopping and I also got what I wanted. But my little trick didn't work. What now?Do I have to return to that place?What if I don't find her there, what if she runs to another place? My phone rang but I ignored it.Currently in a bad mood, I don't want to speak with anyone.However, the phone call persisted. Seeing Jessica's name on the
Divorced To Steal His Heart 118. Make It Real
I turned around, nodding to his question.Reading the seriousness on his face, I could guess he wanted to discuss an important topic.“I'm all ears,” I said and sat on the bed. Ethan sat beside me. “Are you sure about this, Olivia? Me acting with you as a couple…”I looked down. Well, I hadn't thought much into it.That day, at the hospital, I jumped into the act when Dave addressed Ethan that way. I didn't think whether Ethan was comfortable with it or not, and I continued with the act whenever Theo was present at the scene. “Sorry for dragging you into this…” I looked up, reading his expression for any signs of discomfort.But Ethan smiled at me. “Why do you apologize? I'm not complaining. I just thought maybe that-”“Theo will see through our lies?” I completed his words, convinced that's what he wanted to say. Well, that's something else. I don't want Theo to know that I'm putting on this act all because of him. I have no problem with spiting him by acting like a couple wit
Divorced To Steal His Heart 117. Intimidate His Enemies
Was she cursed to spill every secret?I never knew the Nanny could be such a blabbermouth.I'd tried to hide this from Prof. Joanne as best as I could while upstairs in order not to increase her stress levels.The old woman had gone through enough shock for today, right?That's it.“You can leave now, Maya. Please don't find us until I call you.”“Ah, why not, Ms. Lawson?” Maya let go of the old woman and rushed to me. “I thought you had forgiven me already. Isn't that why you asked me to stay?”I only sent her inside, detecting that she could spill the truth in Theo’s presence after seeing her reaction when Dave called Ethan his Dad.Walking to the couch, I picked up my bag and brought out some cash. “Here's money for a taxi. And if Theo Wellington finds you and asks you anything, please don't spill a word.”Maya lowered her head, a look of realization flashing in her eyes.Nodding obediently, she apologized, “I'm sorry for every inconvenience I've caused you, Ms. Lawson- I truly am.
Divorced To Steal His Heart 116. Had An Affair
I cursed inside, tossed my phone aside, and rushed out.Damn! I shouldn't overlook this, knowing that Theo would try to take Dave away, I should have kept him beside me.On leaving the house, I found the man's car parked outside the small fenced gates and he's trying to make Dave sit in it.It wasn't only Theo convincing my son to get inside the car, but also the Nanny who I've just turned away.“Come on, Dave… Nanny will be you with, and Mr. Wellington is your Daddy. Don't be scared, Sweetie… we'll be back in a jiffy.”“Let go of me!” Dave shouted. “He's a bad guy.”“Hehe- I know it's sad that he accidentally made Grandma Joanne faint. Well, if he was a bad guy, you wouldn't have followed him to L.A., right? You knew all this time that he was your Daddy-”“You!” I stopped running, staring at the Nanny speechlessly. Seeing how hard she's trying to convince Dave to enter the car while Theo held the car's door open, the cunning man must have promised her something.“What do you think y
