My Billionaire Ex-Husband Won’t Let Me Go

Mia“Congratulations Mrs Nova, you’re pregnant.”The words made my mind go blank. In the walls of the company’s restroom, only a light buzzing sound remained. Pregnant…“Mrs Nova?” “Yes,” I blurted out, my voice deceitfully calm despite the blood roaring in my ears, “I'm sorry. Please continue.”He continued speaking on the other end of the line for a few more minutes. The words ‘checkups’ and ‘pre-natal vitamins’ reached my ears, yet I couldn't process a word he said.The call ended and the line went quiet but my head didn’t. I let my hands drop against the vanity top. The marble sent a chill through my skin.I was pregnant. Six weeks along, from what the doctor said.It was a good thing. I should be happy. I WANTED to feel happy. But I felt none of that. Only a weighted hollowness that settled heavy in my chest. Because all I could think about was the way everything had been falling apart, piece by piece. After what felt like an eternity, I stepped out of the restroom and into

MiaIt felt like I'd been dunked in an icy bath, chilling my bones into reality. She leaned closer to Damon holding his arm and looking up at him with a smile. But all I could focus on was the jewellery adorned on her neck. The necklace I thought he'd bought for me.Laughter arose, forcing me to reality in time to see Mara pull the young woman, her attention completely on her. “Athena, my sweet daughter. I missed you so much." She said warmly, looking at her with open pride and affection. I felt numb to it all, yet processed the information.So this was Athena. The one Mara had always compared me to and Damon rarely mentioned. Tracing her face, I could see the resemblance in mother and daughter. Athena looked beautiful, her long blonde strewn like a halo. She looked almost like an angel.“Mom I'm fine thanks to Damon.” she laughed, turning back to Damon, “he took care of me on the way here. I told him there was no need but he insisted on picking me up from the airport. He drove su

MiaI felt the gazes of my co-workers trailing me as I moved towards my office. Some looked away once I met them. Others remained, offering small smiles. They both held the same thing.Sympathy. Pity.By now I was sure the entire company was aware. There was nothing I could do about it but ignore it.Ignore that the one thing that kept my life afloat was taken away like it was both.In the corridor leading to my office, I'd barely taken a few steps when voices drifted from around the corner.“I can't believe it. Miss Dawson has done so much for the company and this was her project. Her idea. Why would the big boss give it to someone else?” a young man said disbelievingly, “And Miss Nova? She literally just got here. We don't even know if she's capable.”“She may not be capable but she IS important,” a young woman's voice huffed, “You saw how he introduced her, right? They looked so close. Something must be going on between them.”I froze.“That’s not something you should say careless

MiaThe doctor flinched. My voice was harsh, angry and bitter, unrecognisable even to myself. Taking a deep breath I looked up and spoke.“He doesn't know,” I repeated calmly. “and he won't ever need to.”The older man frowned, but I saw the flicker in his gaze, something akin to understanding. “I…see.” He nodded, “In that case, if he does inquire, what should I say?”“Anything else. Stress. I had my period. Tell him everything but the pregnancy.” I said, pressing my hand against my belly firmly. A bitter smile curled up my lips. “It won't matter anyways,” He didn't care for me. Why would he be concerned for my health?The older man nodded.“As you wish,” he said, “You’ll be discharged tomorrow so I'll leave you to rest now. Goodnight Mrs Nova.”I nodded, looking away. The door shut and I closed my eyes.Silence remained with only the faint hiss of machinery breaking its mold. This time however, it felt full of everything I had been blind to.And in its depths lay a decision.>>>>>>

MiaFive Years LaterThe conference room remained packed even after nearly an hour had passed.Rows of journalists sat facing the stage while cameras continued flashing from every direction. Large screens behind me displayed the Adler Technologies logo alongside several documents that had become the center of discussion over the past week.The company had recently been dragged into a scandal involving accusations of financial misconduct. Several media outlets had claimed that Adler Technologies manipulated negotiations with smaller companies to force unfair contracts.The rumors had spread rapidly.Within days, investors grew nervous, shareholders began demanding answers, and competitors eagerly added fuel to the fire.As the company’s managing partner, it had become my responsibility to address the situation publicly.I adjusted the microphone before offering the audience a composed smile.“As I’ve already explained, every allegation currently being circulated has been investigated i