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The Priceless Honeymoon

Short Story · Romance
By:  Goldie BloomCompleted
Language: English
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Tragic Love

Feel-Good Story

Plot Twists

Bias

Mistress

Workplace

Winning Back the Husband

When my CEO wife, Nina Wynn, learned I voluntarily handed a multimillion-dollar project to her favorite assistant, Zach Channing, she thought her three-month cold treatment finally worked. Beaming, she suddenly suggested we fly to Ivesland for our long-delayed honeymoon. When Zach found out, he became jealous and threatened to quit. Panicked, she spent three days and nights comforting him, then canceled our honeymoon again with the excuse of a business trip, giving him my ticket instead. Later, she casually explained to me, "Romance is trivial. Work comes first. As the boss, I have to prioritize. You’re my husband; you should understand." I looked at Zach’s latest social post, which was a photo of the two of them leaning intimately with their hands forming a heart, and said nothing. I only nod. Thinking I’d become more thoughtful and obedient, she was pleased. She even promised to make it up to me with a more romantic honeymoon when they got back home. However, unbeknownst to her, I’d already resigned. The divorce papers were already signed, and there was no future for us ever again.

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1

On the second day of Nina Wynn and her favorite assistant, Zach Channing's "honeymoon", I wrapped up my handover work, went to HR, and completed the full resignation process.

Barely ten minutes later, a push notification popped up: "Request Approved. Nina Wynn."

"Looks like Ms. Wynn wanted him gone ages ago. Guess he finally figured it out."

"Right? Staying here was only making Ms. Wynn upset. Better to leave early. And honestly, what's he worried about? He's the CEO's husband. Even if he quit and stayed home forever, he couldn't spend all her money."

As I packed up my things, my coworkers watched me like I was the day's entertainment, their tones dripping with sour pleasure.

I was used to it.

Everyone knew Zach and I didn't get along, whereas my wife, Nina, openly favored him. She'd publicly embarrass me for his sake anytime she wanted. So they all rushed to target me, eager to win points with the beloved little assistant.

Thinking about it, a cold laugh escaped me.

"Sorry to disappoint," I said, "but I'm leaving for a better job. Another company's hiring me for double the salary. Better benefits, too."

I didn't bother staying to see their faces twist with envy. Carrying my box of belongings, I walked straight out of the office.

I hadn't even reached the front gate when my phone rang. It was Nina.

I was still considering how to explain the resignation when I answered. As soon as the call connected, she said, "I just sent you a file. Get it done within an hour."

So she didn't even know I'd quit.

I almost laughed and opened the attachment. It was the exact same major project I'd given up for Zach not long ago.

As always, Zach took the credit, and I did the work. When something went wrong, I took the blame.

At first, I tried refusing, but Nina pushed in every direction by coaxing, pressuring, and doing anything to get her way. When I stood firm, she gave me the cold shoulder and then stayed up late working on it herself, pretending she'd shoulder the burden.

I couldn't stand seeing her exhaust herself, so I finally agreed. I used to believe Nina would one day understand how much I'd done for her.

However, this time, for Zach's promotion, she'd fought with me, iced me out for three months, and not even come to the hospital when I'd been running a 104-degree fever.

Just because she wanted to force me into handing over a multimillion-dollar project I'd spent a month securing…

I realized then that something inside me had completely died.
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12 Chapters
Chapter 1
On the second day of Nina Wynn and her favorite assistant, Zach Channing's "honeymoon", I wrapped up my handover work, went to HR, and completed the full resignation process.Barely ten minutes later, a push notification popped up: "Request Approved. Nina Wynn.""Looks like Ms. Wynn wanted him gone ages ago. Guess he finally figured it out.""Right? Staying here was only making Ms. Wynn upset. Better to leave early. And honestly, what's he worried about? He's the CEO's husband. Even if he quit and stayed home forever, he couldn't spend all her money."As I packed up my things, my coworkers watched me like I was the day's entertainment, their tones dripping with sour pleasure.I was used to it.Everyone knew Zach and I didn't get along, whereas my wife, Nina, openly favored him. She'd publicly embarrass me for his sake anytime she wanted. So they all rushed to target me, eager to win points with the beloved little assistant.Thinking about it, a cold laugh escaped me."Sorry to
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Chapter 2
"I'm not at the office," I replied flatly."Not at the office?" Nina’s voice instantly turned cold. "Last I checked, it's working hours, Darren Cole. Do you understand our company policy? Leaving without permission means losing a day’s pay.""I know. But I already—"I was just about to tell her I had resigned when another voice drifted through the receiver. It was soft, gentle, and unmistakable."Ms. Wynn, if Darren doesn’t want to do it, don’t force him. I can handle it," Zach said lightly."No way. You stayed up half the night yesterday. You need to rest today." Nina’s tone warmed immediately. It was a complete contrast to the way she’d spoken to me seconds ago.Zach continued insisting he wasn’t tired, but Nina cut him off, firm and authoritative."I'm the boss. When I order you to rest, you rest. You dare disobey me?""I just don’t want Darren to overwork himself," Zach said."Overwork? Compared to you?" Nina gave a soft, dismissive laugh. "You’re traveling and still sorti
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Chapter 3
Money never betrays you. Feelings do.With that thought in my head, I walked straight out of Wynn Group, already considering what came next after leaving.I had barely driven out of the parking garage when my phone buzzed twice.It was a payment alert.Nina had charged twenty thousand on my card. Again.Everyone assumed I married Nina for money, but the truth was she controlled all my cards. She insisted her own income had to be invested into the company, so for years every expense—rent, food, utilities, gifts, daily spending—came out of my salary and whatever extra I earned from my side work.I agreed since I believed a man should shoulder more for his family, so I never argued.Not until recently, when I realized something strange. I made good money, more than enough, yet somehow I had no savings. Not a cent was spared, and I was always short.I finally cracked and checked my statements. That was when I found out that Nina regularly used my card to buy gifts for Zach.A gami
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Chapter 4
Every time she said she was angry, I used to obey without question. She never understood that I didn't fear her anger. I only knew how exhausting running the company was for her, and I didn’t want to add to her stress.Now I finally understood. While I tried to lighten her burdens, she created her own troubles. Since that was the case, why should I bother anymore?"Don’t you have your own card with you? Ask your secretary, or ask Zach. This whole trip was for his project anyway. It’s perfectly reasonable for him to cover the expenses."After sending the message, I shut off my phone, got in the car, and drove home to pack.I bought the apartment outright with my own money. She loved the layout and floor. Back then, I almost wrote her name on the deed too, but at the last second, something in me hesitated, so I put only my name down.Now, I’m grateful I left myself that exit.After packing, I listed the apartment with a real estate agent.The next day, I went to file the divorce w
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Chapter 5
Because I had listed the apartment at a very low price, it sold within a week.I signed the contract, set the handover date with the buyer, and returned home.The moment I opened the door, laughter echoed from inside.At the entryway, the couple’s fleece slippers were gone. In their place sat a pair of men’s leather shoes and a pair of high heels, the same ones Zach had bought Nina for her birthday.That was when I realized who was inside: Nina and Zach.Weren’t they supposed to return in two days?I was still processing that when Zach heard the noise and strolled over. He was wearing my slippers and my pajamas, ambling with a lazy, comfortable posture, like he owned the place."Darren, why do you come back home so early? Isn’t the workday still going on?" As he spoke, he flicked ash directly into a cup on the side table.I recognized it immediately. It was the couple’s mug Nina had given me. I used to treasure it, always holding it carefully in my hands.Nina appeared from th
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Chapter 6
Nina let out a short, dismissive hum. "Darren, you never put your mind to work, but when it comes to gossip like this, you’re suddenly very proactive. But don’t think I’ll forgive you just because of that."You threw a tantrum and froze the bank card, making me lose face in front of our partners. In the end, it was Zach running around borrowing money from people to settle the bill."I stayed silent for a long time. Nina thought, like always, that I was reflecting on my mistakes. Her tone softened a little. "I can forgive you, but before that, we need to give Zach proper compensation."The place he’s living in right now is under renovation. It’s not livable for the moment. Clear out this bedroom and let him stay here for a while, and I’ll stop holding this against you."I shook my head. "But I already sold this apartment.""Sold it?" Nina’s eyes widened.Before she could say anything else, Zach jumped in. "Darren, are you planning to sell this place and buy a bigger one to make
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Chapter 7
Nina’s smile froze. "What do you mean, you want a divorce?"Her expression wasn’t as delighted as I once imagined it would be. Unexpectedly, there was even a trace of irritation.Zach paused only for a moment. A flicker of joy flashed through his eyes before he masked it under a scolding tone. "Darren, why are you being so stubborn? Nina only mentioned divorce earlier because she wanted you to coax her. She didn’t actually want to leave you."Put the divorce papers away. Don’t make trouble. Nina’s been exhausted for so long, and she finally made it back home. Don’t upset her."He made it sound like he was speaking up for me, but I knew exactly what he was doing. He was provoking her on purpose. He’d used this tactic countless times, and it was always effective.In the past, Nina had fired me in anger, cut my salary, and even deducted two months of pay, all because Zach fanned the flames at just the right moments.I thought Nina would once again act out of spite and agree to the d
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Chapter 8
"Our issues have nothing to do with you, so stay out of it. If you’re fine, then head back first."However, Zach didn’t leave. "Nina, did you forget? My rental place isn’t livable right now…""If it’s not livable, then get a hotel. You’re an adult. Don’t tell me you can’t solve a basic problem like that. Or do you expect me to magically conjure up a new apartment for you?" Nina’s tone was harsh.Nevertheless, I noticed the subtle glance she shot him. She thought she was being discreet, but she didn’t know I already knew she’d secretly purchased a small house in the suburbs.Zach understood immediately. He casually slipped his hand into the pocket of Nina’s coat hanging by the door and retrieved a key before heading out.I didn’t expose either of them.It was not because I was protecting them; I simply didn’t care anymore.Even if I did expose it, what difference would it make? That house legally belonged to her. Whoever she wanted to give it to was her choice.Once he left, Nin
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Chapter 9
"Darren, did you not review this proposal?"It seemed the realization finally hit her.Back when Nina took the project from me and handed it to Zach, I could never relax. I used to fix every glaring mistake Zach made until the proposal was complete. Nina always laughed and scolded me for meddling, insisting Zach could handle it independently.When problems eventually surfaced, she pushed the blame onto me, claiming I had not double-checked his work and accusing me of missing obvious errors.This time, I had not looked at it once. She said Zach could complete it on his own, so I gave him the chance to take full credit."No. I didn't check it." I shook my head.Nina’s brows tightened.She looked ready to explode, and I said calmly, "This is Zach’s work. It isn’t my responsibility. I have neither the authority nor the obligation to interfere.""You’re my husband," she snapped."And what exactly does that change?" I let out a short laugh. "Because I’m your husband, I’m expected to
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Chapter 10
Nina finally found my resignation record. When she saw my name listed as the applicant, her eyes widened, and she stumbled back two steps.A curse slipped out of her mouth. "Who approved this resignation? Do they not know what our relationship is?"She began calling the office like someone unhinged.The call connected almost immediately. Before the other person could speak, Nina launched into a furious tirade. "Did you verify this with me? Who told you to make decisions on your own?""But Ms. Wynn, you previously said—""What did I say? When did I say to fire him? He’s my husband, how do you not know that? How are you even doing your job? You can’t tell who your boss is anymore, is that it?""Get out of the company. Right now. I never want to see you again!"After screaming at the person on the phone, Nina hung up and turned toward me with a sudden, saccharine smile. "Darren, I had no idea she would treat you this way. Come back, alright?"She acted like she was standing up for
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