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Chapter 7

Author: Perfect Timing
Camille didn't get to keep up her vigil outside my building much longer. The York family had plenty of branches, and the company wouldn't crumble without her. Camille might not have seen that, but her Mrs. York Senior certainly did.

She was still the old woman's granddaughter, after all, so she couldn't just stand by and watch anymore. Within days, she flew to Coral Bay herself and had bodyguards escort Camille back to Stratton.

Before she left, she asked to see me. I figured it might be the l
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  • My Love Stat Is Lying to My Wife   Chapter 7

    Camille didn't get to keep up her vigil outside my building much longer. The York family had plenty of branches, and the company wouldn't crumble without her. Camille might not have seen that, but her Mrs. York Senior certainly did.She was still the old woman's granddaughter, after all, so she couldn't just stand by and watch anymore. Within days, she flew to Coral Bay herself and had bodyguards escort Camille back to Stratton.Before she left, she asked to see me. I figured it might be the last time we'd ever meet, so I agreed."Shane Mercer has been terminated from York Group." Mrs. York Senior's voice was calm and measured across the coffee shop table."I know."It wasn't hard to figure out. With the system fanning the flames, the scandal had blown up too big for Shane to walk away unscathed. Even with Camille shielding him, her grandmother would never have allowed it.I hadn't left the apartment in days, but that didn't mean I wasn't keeping up online. If anything, I probabl

  • My Love Stat Is Lying to My Wife   Chapter 6

    Mom found out about the divorce eventually.She'd probably figured it out as early as the day she collapsed, which explained why she'd been so quiet and withdrawn ever since. Then today, while I was wiping her face, she reached up and held my hand. She didn't say anything. She just looked at me, and that was all it took. I broke down and sobbed into her arms."It's okay, sweetheart," she whispered. "I know it wasn't your fault. I'm the one who held you back. From now on, it's just you and me… just you and me."I cried until my vision blurred. When I finally pulled myself together, I felt a little embarrassed, but Mom just gazed at me with that same gentle expression, brushing the tears off my face.After I'd gotten it all out, I threw myself into taking care of her. Every day looked the same. I'd eat, take a walk, head to the care home, eat again, and take another walk. Once Mom could see I was doing better, she wasted no time shooing me out the door."Go on, get out of here. A

  • My Love Stat Is Lying to My Wife   Chapter 5

    Every day at the Coral Bay care home was peaceful. I'd wheel Mom out for some sun, and when we got back, the other residents would rope me into card games. In my downtime, I'd banter with the system. Life was easy.If Camille hadn't shown up, I think I would have stayed that content until I forgot about her entirely.When I saw her again, I couldn't believe it. Mom, on the other hand, recognized her instantly and called out affectionately, "Cami!"After three months apart, Camille looked thinner and more worn out than before. She crouched in front of Mom's wheelchair, chatting warmly the way she always used to. It was such an ordinary scene, but after the divorce, watching it only made me uneasy."Emilio told me you were too busy to come visit." Mom turned to look at me, her voice full of affectionate scolding. "If you're so busy, you don't need to make the trip just for me. I don't have many years left anyway. What matters is the two of you."She took my hand and Camille's and

  • My Love Stat Is Lying to My Wife   Chapter 4

    "I don't want shares in your company," I said. "Just convert my portion into real estate. As for the villa in Coral Bay—"Before I could finish, something slammed against the desk. I looked up and found Camille glaring at me. "Don't push it."I leaned in closer. "You still think I'm bluffing?"She rarely saw this side of me. Her brow creased slightly, and the anger gave way to something closer to disappointment. "You lied to me first.""And I put up with you cheating on me for three years."Something shifted in her expression, as if she'd just remembered Shane was right outside the door. The color drained from her face, but she still wouldn't give in. "If you think that makes us even—""Then sign." I slid the agreement toward her without flinching.Camille's pride wouldn't let her be turned down twice. She signed in silence, and I didn't waste another word. I stood up and left."Ms. York?"The second I walked out, Shane slithered into Camille's office. A moment later, a furiou

  • My Love Stat Is Lying to My Wife   Chapter 3

    By the time I'd decided to marry Camille, the mission was already complete, and the system could no longer offer me any advantages.Without that safety net, the world turned out to be viciously real. The gap between Camille and me was enormous. The obstacles between us stretched out like an ocean, and every step forward felt like walking on air.To get her family's blessing, Camille and I had signed a wager with her grandmother. I successfully doubled the company's valuation and then voluntarily stepped down from my position, all so the Yorks could feel assured.On our wedding day, the guests had circled me like sharks. Some looked jealous, others nostalgic, but most of them had already decided Camille would end up just like everyone else in their world, juggling lovers on the side. They offered their condolences early."You'll see how it is soon enough. Everyone in this circle has a little something going on the side.""Remember how madly in love the Watsons used to be? Look at t

  • My Love Stat Is Lying to My Wife   Chapter 2

    "Mm… Ah… Don't stop… Cami."Sounds I didn't want to hear drifted in from the front hall. Fabric sliding against fabric, Shane and Camille's muffled voices tangled together, the click of dress shoes and heels against the floor.I didn't interrupt, and I didn't leave. I sat on the couch like a glutton for punishment, listening as my wife fooled around with another man.The sounds crept closer until Shane caught sight of me on the couch and went dead silent."Don't get the wrong idea, Mr. Fuller," he stammered. "Ms. York had too much to drink, so I was just making sure she got home safe."He scrambled to button his shirt, putting on a show of being flustered, but every adjustment only exposed more marks on his skin. The excuse might have been more convincing if not for those."Why are you still up?" Camille asked, straightening her clothes without a care, and glanced over at me. "Don't bother waiting up next time."She flicked a hand behind her in dismissal. Shane, who'd been eyein

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