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Chapter 57

ผู้เขียน: Love Berries
Aurora lifted her gaze subtly, her expression unreadable as she took in the sight of a man standing outside the store.

He wore a baseball cap and a face mask, his posture slightly hunched as he watched her and Megan intently.

Something about him felt familiar.

A second glance confirmed it.

It was Joseph.

Her brows furrowed.

Hadn’t he just been released recently? Was he already looking for trouble?

Though from the way he was lingering outside, he didn’t seem bold enough to make a scene.

Deciding he wasn’t worth her attention, Aurora shifted the conversation smoothly. "See that dress in the display across the street? That’s the new collection from A&Co. It’d look amazing on you."

Megan, a devoted fan of A&Co., immediately perked up. "Wait, they released a new line? Why didn’t I hear about this?!"

Without hesitation, she grabbed Aurora’s arm and dragged her across the street, completely forgetting about picking out a tie for Lucas.

Which had been exactly Aurora’s intention.

She had no int
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  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 58

    Aurora’s approach to handling the situation was simple—use the truth to crush the rumors.She contacted the mall’s management, retrieved the security footage from the incident, and uploaded it online.The video showed the reality—Aurora and the man had merely bumped into each other by accident. The man had instinctively reached out to steady her, and they hadn’t even exchanged a single word before going their separate ways.Just two strangers brushing past each other.Nothing more.The internet flipped instantly.The gossip accounts that had initially fueled the scandal were now being torn apart by angry users, forced to issue apologies before eventually shutting down altogether.But for Aurora, this wasn’t over.She needed to find out who was pulling the strings behind the scenes."There—that guy was acting super suspicious," Megan said, pointing toward a corner of the video feed.A man in a bucket hat and a face mask."Looks exactly like a paparazzo. Too bad we can’t see his face. O

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 59

    Aurora wasn’t sure how to respond to Lucas’ concern, so she turned away slightly. "This whole thing blew up so much. That person probably wouldn’t dare show up again." But what if they did?Lucas sighed inwardly but didn’t press the issue. "Alright. Let’s go home." He had already instructed people to investigate the stalker. Until they had answers, he wasn’t comfortable leaving Aurora alone. She nodded quietly and followed him to the car. Lucas frowned slightly. Something was off with her. Ever since last night, she had been distant—subtle, but noticeable. She was avoiding him. Testing the waters, he reached out, intending to hold her hand, only to grasp nothing. Aurora had just slipped her hands into her coat pockets. Was it coincidence? Or was she deliberately keeping her distance? She acted like she didn’t notice anything, glancing toward the parked cars. "Where did you leave your car?" "Right here." Lucas, masking his unease, walked ahead and very polite

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 60

    Lucas brought over a steaming bowl of oatmeal. The rich aroma alone made Aurora’s stomach tighten with hunger. She took the bowl eagerly and scooped up a spoonful. The taste was even better than it smelled. The oatmeal was smooth and creamy, each spoonful rich and comforting, with tender shredded chicken and a hint of fresh herbs blending seamlessly into the warm, hearty texture.As the warmth spread through her stomach, her entire body relaxed. Before she knew it, the bowl was empty. Only then did she look up, suddenly aware that Lucas was still sitting beside her. Her cheeks heated. "Did you eat yet? You should go have dinner—I can handle the rest myself." Lucas took the empty bowl from her hands. "Want more?" Aurora hesitated for a second before nodding, a little embarrassed. A small chuckle rumbled from his chest as he stood up and went to get her another serving. This time, he returned with half a bowl, along with a cup of warm water and some medicine. "Fin

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 61

    Chuck immediately laughed. "You mean..."Joseph lifted his chin at him, narrowing his eyes like a cold, venomous snake. "You don’t need me to teach you what to do, do you?""Got it." Chuck nodded.After finalizing their plan, Joseph sent Chuck away. Right now, his top priority was securing the Vanguard Group project. Even if he didn’t want to admit it, he had to face reality. His biggest competitor now was Walton Corporation. He needed to find out what proposal Walton Corporation had prepared. Ring, ring, ring! Joseph picked up his phone. A friend was calling, offering to introduce him to the second daughter of the Walton family’s matriarch. "Aren’t you trying to win the Vanguard Group project? I heard she’s involved. She’s a hopeless romantic, and you’re a master at the game. Getting her to fall for you should be easy, right?" "Alright, I won’t forget your share once it’s done." "But you better prepare a gift women like, Joseph." "Heh, of course." Joseph glanced

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 62

    Joseph’s gaze dropped lower, his eyes gleaming with sleazy intent as he continued, “But… if you play your cards right, I might just keep you on the side as my mistress. You’d make more with me than clinging to that useless pretty boy.”Aurora stared straight into his eyes, watching as his expression twisted into something grotesque. Disgust churned in her stomach.He was after the Walton younger heiress?Her brows furrowed.Didn’t Megan say this was just a casual gathering?Was this some kind of setup to introduce her to Joseph?Funny how she, the so-called heiress, was the last to know."The Walton younger heiress?" Aurora let out a cold laugh."That’s right—the younger Walton heiress!" Joseph smirked triumphantly. "Looking at you, all rough around the edges, I doubt you’ve ever had the chance to be in her league. She’s a true socialite. Our circle isn’t the kind of place some gold-digging nobody like you can just waltz into."Seeing the change in her expression, Joseph chuckled. "W

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 63

    For a moment, all eyes in the room were on Aurora. The crowd, made up mostly of trust-fund kids and socialites, wore amused expressions, as if waiting for a spectacle. “She wouldn’t actually be begging for a second chance in a place like this, would she?” someone mocked. Aurora frowned. She wasn’t surprised that these spoiled elites didn’t recognize her as a Walton, considering she rarely showed up at these events. But twisting the situation into her chasing after Joseph? That was crossing the line. A sharp-eyed socialite with cat-like eyes covered her mouth and giggled. “Exactly! I don’t even know how someone like her managed to squeeze into our circle. Joseph, don’t tell me you still have feelings for her?” Joseph scoffed. “She’s just some countryside bumpkin. I was simply generous enough to look after her back then.” “Bumpkin is right! Look at that outfit—so plain, so clueless. She’s clearly never seen real money before. Joseph, what were you even thinking?” someone el

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 64

    Lucas let out a slow, mocking chuckle, his smirk deepening at the mention of Walton’s heiress.His gaze shifted to Aurora, who instinctively shrank back.“I don’t care who you are,” he said leisurely, his voice calm but laced with menace. “Say one more word about my wife, and I’ll make sure there’s nowhere left for you to run.”He paused before adding, “And from what I know, you were the one my wife dumped. Makes me wonder—are you this bitter because you couldn’t have her, so now you’re desperate to ruin her?”“You...!”The cold glint in Lucas’s sharp eyes was laced with unmistakable fury, as if dipped in ice. The moment Joseph met his gaze, his body locked up, his throat going dry.He couldn’t even find the words to argue back.How the hell does a pretty boy have this kind of presence?Everything about him—his composed demeanor, the refined air around him—was completely out of place for someone who should’ve been nothing more than a kept man.Was he really just some nobody?Aurora su

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 65

    Out of the corner of her eye, Aurora caught a glimpse of a familiar fabric.It was Joseph.He still hadn’t left?The moment he realized she had spotted him, the hatred in his eyes deepened. Without hesitation, he stormed out from the shadows, planting himself in front of them.Aurora's lips curled into a smirk. “Well, well, if it isn’t Joseph, the same guy who slunk away in shame just moments ago.”“You bitch, don’t get cocky!” Joseph snarled, his gaze flashing with fury before flicking to Lucas.Standing face-to-face with him again, he could still feel the suffocating pressure radiating from the man.Joseph clenched his jaw, forcing himself to suppress the unease creeping in. He gritted his teeth and sneered, “So what? You found yourself a kept pretty boy, and now you actually think you can go up against the Hunt family?”His expression twisted with malicious delight. “As long as you’re in Ravenshore, you’d better be prepared. We’ll see who gets the last laugh.”Aurora’s gaze turned

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  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 172

    Aurora stood in front of the wardrobe, feeling a little awkward.Looking at Lucas like this, she wasn’t sure what she felt.Usually, he was cold and aloof, like someone untouchable.The only times his emotions ever surfaced around her were in bed.Other than that, he always appeared gentle, calm, and composed.This was the first time she’d ever seen Lucas so helpless.Aurora couldn’t help but lower her voice. "Lucas, let go of me first.""No..."His head felt increasingly foggy, but he was still fully aware of what he was doing.With that thought, he tightened his arms around her.Only then did Aurora realize something wasn’t right.She pushed aside the confusing mess of emotions in her chest, turned around, and pressed her palm to his forehead. She gasped, "You're burning up! Are you running a fever? Did you take any medicine?"Lucas stubbornly clung to his need for an answer. "Don’t be mad at me, okay? Rora, I just want an answer. Nothing else matters.""How can it not matter!" Auro

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 171

    The manager looked a little puzzled. "Sort of. We do have quite a few conflicting projects with Walton Corporation, but don’t worry, Miss Shaws, we and Walton…"Before he could finish, Wendy cut him off. "I already know the rest. Just assign me to the projects that go head-to-head with Walton Corporation."The manager was stunned.To be honest, Walton Corporation was indeed a formidable competitor. On top of that, they’d recently aligned themselves with Vanguard Group. Their standing in Ravenshore had surged dramatically."Miss Shaws, you haven’t been in the country much, so you might not be too familiar with Walton Corporation. They’re actually quite capable."Wendy replied with obvious displeasure, "So what? If they weren’t, I’d find it boring. I want this project. You don’t need to worry about the rest."Here, Wendy was putting on her full heiress airs.The manager clenched his fists, recalling what the higher-ups had said. In the end, he nodded without realizing it. "Right, got

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 170

    Now that she’d come to terms with it, Tessa knew she couldn’t let things keep going smoothly for Aurora. She needed to start planning for her own future. Sitting nearby with a soft, pleasant smile, Tessa appeared to everyone else like the embodiment of warmth and grace.But to Aurora, it felt unsettling. That smile of Tessa’s reeked of falsehood—she was definitely up to something. Aurora’s eyes flickered with a trace of coldness, but she pushed down the feeling and stayed quiet. After breakfast, Grace and Aurora shared a car to the office. The ride was surprisingly pleasant, as if last night’s tension had completely evaporated. Aurora liked this kind of peaceful interaction, and she didn’t have the heart to ruin the rare calm. Unfortunately, the moment didn’t last long, before she knew it, they had arrived. Each went to her own office and got to work. Aurora was already well-versed in most of the company’s operations. The only thing left on her plate was evaluating

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 169

    Aurora nodded as Grace spoke. "Alright, Mom. I understand." But Grace could tell she hadn’t really taken her words to heart. She couldn’t help but add, "This was your choice, Aurora. No one can walk it for you. "If it’s the path you chose, then you have to stick with it. What truly matters is the two of you are doing well." Aurora lowered her gaze. She understood exactly what her mother was getting at. It was just like the past when she chose to be with Joseph. "I get it, Mom. You should get some rest. I’m an adult now." She tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear and looked at her mother, speaking clearly and steadily. "Don’t worry. I can handle a lot more than you think." Grace felt a flicker of comfort in her heart. "That’s good. Our little Rora really has grown up." Aurora froze for a moment when she heard that. It had been a long time since her mother had called her by her nickname, and she wasn’t quite used to it.Grace noticed the way her daughter paus

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 168

    Aurora shut the door behind her, completely unaware of Tessa’s furious muttering downstairs. Not that it would’ve mattered—she couldn’t care less. Tessa was only acting this arrogant because their mother wasn’t home. Without anyone to answer her, Tessa sat fuming alone in the living room, her cheeks flushed with anger. She raised her hand, ready to sweep everything off the coffee table in a fit of rage when Grace walked through the front door. "What’s wrong, Tessa? Your face is all red. Are you feeling unwell?" No matter what her daughter had done at those business events, Grace couldn’t bring herself to stay mad. Tessa was still her child, the one she’d doted on since she was little. Even if she was upset, she couldn’t truly be angry with her. Tessa was briefly caught off guard.She quickly pulled herself together and responded to her mother’s concern. "I’m fine, Mom, really. Aurora just got back, and I was a little worried something might’ve happened to her out th

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 167

    "This ungrateful brat!" The assistant beside him spoke up timidly, "Mr. Hunt, should we find a way to get the Mr. Joseph out?" "Of course!" Melvin looked furious, burning with shame. "At a time like this, what else can we do but get him out?" No matter how disgraceful his son was, once the news got out, it would be the Hunt family’s reputation on the line. What would happen to Hunt Enterprises’ stocks then? He couldn’t afford to take that risk. Seeing Melvin’s expression ease a little, the assistant finally breathed a sigh of relief and went off to find someone to figure out how to get Joseph out. Joseph was already in jail but still hadn’t fully processed what had happened. Aurora had really thrown him straight into jail like that? "Hey! Let go of me!" Joseph yelled at the officers. "Do you even know who I am? How dare you treat me like this!" One of the officers rolled his eyes. "I don’t care who you are. If you’ve broken the law, you’re not getting away with it.

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 166

    All it did was make Aurora feel like her past self had been unbelievably naive.But Joseph kept going, oblivious to her discomfort. "Those were our best memories. I still remember the first time you blushed, the way you looked in that white dress—so sweet and shy. “You were always so gentle and soft when you were with me… it was such a beautiful time."As he spoke, he watched her face closely, searching for some flicker of emotion.But to Aurora, hearing those words from him made her skin crawl.The more he went on, the more irritated she became. Her expression turned colder by the second.She reached for her phone, ready to call a ride. Staying here any longer felt like a direct assault on her intelligence.Joseph noticed the gesture. That was when it hit him—she hadn’t been listening to a single word he said.And in that moment, he felt like a complete fool.He had poured out his heart, and yet this woman—this ungrateful bitch—could still be so heartless.His eyes darkened. He

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 165

    Aurora’s anger ignited the second those words left his mouth.Without hesitation, she slapped Joseph hard across the face, her voice sharp and cold. "What the hell is wrong with you?"This is still Walton Corporation, and you think you can throw a fit right here? Whether I talk or not is none of your damn business. Try worrying about yourself."The slap caught Joseph completely off guard. Before he could react, Aurora had already snatched her phone back.He clutched his cheek, momentarily stunned, not even sure where to look.Rage overtook him. "You bitch! You actually hit me!"Aurora raised her chin defiantly. "So, what if I did? You brought it on yourself."Joseph couldn’t stand the smugness in her expression. Grinding his teeth, he snapped, "You think you can just cut me off like that? It’s not gonna be that easy!"Aurora, we were together for three years. Don’t forget, I’ve seen everything. You're not afraid I’ll send it all out?"His threat made Aurora pause, eyes narrowing as s

  • Dumping My Ex to Flash Marry the Untouchable CEO   Chapter 164

    After all, this was a choice, and a gamble, Aurora had made for herself.Even if she lost the bet, she knew she'd have to deal with the consequences on her own.She pulled out her phone, opened the ride-hailing app, and was just about to book a car when a voice laced with fury and bitterness cut through the air."Aurora Walton, you’re doing this on purpose, aren’t you?"The sudden sound startled her. She hadn’t even noticed someone standing nearby.Steadying herself, Aurora looked up, only to be met with Joseph’s face, dark and twisted with resentment."Well, look who’s changed careers," she said dryly, unable to resist the jab.Joseph blinked, caught off guard. "What’s that supposed to mean?""Nothing much. Just surprised to find a clown performing right outside my office," Aurora said casually. "Now move. Stop blocking my way."At that, Joseph’s expression twisted. The fresh style he’d worked so hard on couldn’t hide the rage contorting his face. "What the hell does that mean? I ca

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