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Chapter 4

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When I came out of the operating room, my face was ghost-white. My parents were waiting for me, their expressions pained. They didn't say anything—what could they say?

My phone buzzed nonstop, the screen lit up with missed calls and texts. All from Neil.

[Angela, where are you? Why aren't you answering?]

[Angela, where did you go? Say something!]

[Angela, what's wrong? I'm back. I'm waiting for you at home.]

I called Maya to tweak a few details in the divorce agreement. Then I texted Neil:

[I went out with my parents to clear my head. Don't worry, I'll be back in a week.]

His reply came almost instantly:

[Okay, I'll wait for you!]

I scoffed. 'You'll be waiting forever.'

After I was discharged, my parents brought my bags back to the house. Not long after, I listed the property for sale—20% below market value. Neil must've heard about it, but he didn't dare say a word.

Once I was fully recovered, Rowina's birthday rolled around. She called me herself, her tone as sharp as ever
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  • Empty Promises, Full Pockets   Chapter 9

    A few busybodies poked around, fishing for details about the settlement. "How much did you get?" someone asked with a forced smile.I just smiled back, all calm confidence, and gave them nothing. That money was mine—rightfully mine—and I didn't owe anyone an explanation.As for the future? I had no plans of settling for anyone older when there were plenty of younger, better-looking options around.When we got home, my dad let out a long sigh as he unlocked the door. "I didn't expect you to turn so many heads tonight. Do you know how many people asked me about you?""Dad, I'm not worried about finding someone. Let's be honest, most of them aren't sincere—they're after the money. I don't want any of that."He nodded knowingly. "Alright. If someone suitable comes along, it's up to you."I was about to respond when I noticed a figure standing by my building. Neil.Scattered cigarette butts littered the ground at his feet—he'd clearly been waiting a while.My dad's face tightened as

  • Empty Promises, Full Pockets   Chapter 8

    I didn't stick around to hear her hiss out another word. I turned to leave. Neil looked like he wanted to say something, but Rowina grabbed his arm like a vice. "Don't go after her! Cece is still in the hospital. Now that you're divorced from that woman, marry Cece immediately!""Just stay out of it!" Neil snapped, yanking his arm free. Whatever meltdown happened between them after that? Not my problem anymore.What did surprise me, though, was how fast Neil managed to pull himself together.Rowina sold off their old estate and even liquidated some of her precious jewelry, scrambling to keep them afloat. But the damage had been done. The Schmidt family had lost its footing, and there was no catching up.Neil and Cecelia ended up together—unofficially, at least. She took my place, though it wasn't the upgrade she'd probably imagined. I glanced at her latest social media posts. She was still at it, curating the illusion. From the outside, she looked... okay, I guess.Two months late

  • Empty Promises, Full Pockets   Chapter 7

    Neil knew me too well—once I made up my mind, nothing on Earth could drag me back.Back in college, I had a boyfriend who cheated. I dumped him on the spot, and when he wouldn't take no for an answer, I made sure someone taught him a lesson. He got the message and never looked my way again.Neil should've known better. Even when we were dating, I told him straight up: cheat, and I'm gone. No warnings. No second chances. So now that I knew about Cecelia, he could forget about holding onto hope.I'd made myself clear. Whatever love we'd had? Completely gone—buried under the weight of my hatred. Neil finally sighed, his voice breaking. "I can't give you everything. If I do, my family's ruined. SchmidtCorp will collapse. I can't let that happen.""Then I'll see you in court," I said flatly.I glanced at Maya, who gave me a quick nod. We were done here. No point dragging this out. I stood to leave.Neil lunged, grabbing my hand. "Angela, was there never any love between us?"I ripped

  • Empty Promises, Full Pockets   Chapter 6

    I watched as the shareholders cornered Neil, pushing him to the brink.Smiling faintly, I said, "This is the price you pay for betraying our marriage. I gave you three chances, Neil. Three. And you wasted every single one. So today, you have no right to complain. If there's no issue with the agreement, sign it."I had made adjustments to the terms. Neil was at fault, and I wasn't going to let him walk away unscathed. No wealth, no comfort, nothing. I wanted him to leave this marriage with less than nothing.Neil's face paled as he read through the paperwork. I could see it—he hadn't realized how deep my hatred ran until now. The car, the jewelry, the antique paintings—I had listed everything.Suddenly, Neil laughed bitterly, his voice cracked and empty. Then, without warning, he grabbed the papers and ripped them to shreds."Angela, are you trying to ruin me? What good does this do for you?!"I shrugged. "Plenty. I'll be rich, able to live well without a man. Besides..." I let my

  • Empty Promises, Full Pockets   Chapter 5

    It didn't take long for people to dig up Cecelia's social media account.She was still holed up at the Schmidt house, totally clueless, and couldn't delete anything before the screenshots were grabbed.[Someone mentioned before that she was the mistress, but the posts got deleted so fast. Turns out it was true!][Wow, the audacity. She knew he was married and still went for it.][She's got that innocent college-girl look, but come on—she's nowhere near as stunning as the wife.][As they say, what you haven't had always seems sweeter. After years with a strong woman like Angela, Neil probably thought a little wildflower would feel like a change of pace.]Within hours, I was trending.Rowina's birthday party? Completely ruined. By the time Neil came racing back to the villa, he found it empty.He lost it, pounding on the door, trying to break in. Problem was, the house didn't belong to him anymore. The new owner wasn't having it and called the cops.I helpfully sent a reporter t

  • Empty Promises, Full Pockets   Chapter 4

    When I came out of the operating room, my face was ghost-white. My parents were waiting for me, their expressions pained. They didn't say anything—what could they say?My phone buzzed nonstop, the screen lit up with missed calls and texts. All from Neil.[Angela, where are you? Why aren't you answering?][Angela, where did you go? Say something!][Angela, what's wrong? I'm back. I'm waiting for you at home.]I called Maya to tweak a few details in the divorce agreement. Then I texted Neil:[I went out with my parents to clear my head. Don't worry, I'll be back in a week.]His reply came almost instantly:[Okay, I'll wait for you!]I scoffed. 'You'll be waiting forever.'After I was discharged, my parents brought my bags back to the house. Not long after, I listed the property for sale—20% below market value. Neil must've heard about it, but he didn't dare say a word.Once I was fully recovered, Rowina's birthday rolled around. She called me herself, her tone as sharp as ever

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