Lahat ng Kabanata ng Ex-Wife Sweet Revenge: She Strikes Back!: Kabanata 11 - Kabanata 20

The sound of bar cups hitting against each other was a rhythmic clinking, a metallic chime that filled the air as the bartender expertly mixed drinks with a flourish. The room was bathed in a warm, yellow light, like the glow of a sunset on a summer evening. The atmosphere was cozy and intimate, with the soft murmur of hushed conversations and the gentle hum of jazz music in the background.In the midst of this warm ambiance, a man sat on a stool, his suit impeccable and tailored to perfection. His features were chiseled and handsome, with piercing blue eyes that seemed to see right through you. His dark hair was slicked back, revealing a prominent forehead and a sharp jawline that seemed carved from granite. His lips were full and inviting, curled into a subtle smile as he sipped his drink with an air of sophistication.He sat with an ease that commanded attention, his broad shoulders relaxed and his eyes fixed on the bartender as he ordered another round. The bartender, a gruff b

Emily trudged into the apartment, exhausted from the long day at work. She fumbled for the light switch, expecting the familiar warmth and comfort of her home. But as the lights flickered on, she was met with an eerie silence. The apartment was dark and still, and for a moment, she wondered if Jackson wasn't home.But then, she heard the unmistakable sound of chuckles coming from Amelia's room. Emily's heart skipped a beat as she walked towards the door, her mind racing with questions. What was Jackson doing there? And why were they in a room together?As she approached the door, she saw Jackson sitting on Amelia's bed, chatting with her. Emily's eyes scanned the room, and her heart sank as she saw the other person - a woman, no other than Amelia smiling heartily.Exhaustion vanished, replaced by a surge of adrenaline and a sense of unease. She felt like an intruder in her own home, and she didn't like it one bit.Emily entered the room, her eyes fixed on Jackson and Amelia. "What are

Emily's voice was steady and firm, her eyes blazing like fire. "If you want those papers signed, Jackson, you'll have to kill me first."Jackson's face darkened, and he took a step closer to her, his eyes flashing with anger. "So you're not going to sign the papers?" he growled, his voice menacing.Emily stood her ground, her chin held high. "No, I won't."Jackson's hand raised, ready to strike her again, but just as he was about to make contact, Amelia grabbed his wrist, holding it firm."Jackson, stop!" Amelia's voice was calm but authoritative. "This isn't the way to handle it."Jackson's eyes narrowed, and he tried to shake off Amelia's grip, but she held tight. Emily took advantage of the momentary distraction to step back, her eyes never leaving Jackson's face."You'll have to do better than that if you want to intimidate me, Jackson," she said, her voice cold and detached.The standoff was palpable, the tension in the room almost suffocating. Amelia's grip on Jackson's wrist w

After finishing their meal, during which Luke had enthusiastically persuaded Emily to try Grandma's special delicacies, they stepped outside into the crisp evening air. Luke turned to Emily with a warm smile and said, "I can't wait for our future working together, Emily. It's going to be a wild ride!"Emily smiled back, her eyes sparkling with agreement. "Likewise, Luke. I'm really looking forward to it."As Luke began to walk away, Emily stood there, watching him leave. But he suddenly stopped and turned back to her, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Hey, aren't you coming?"Emily hesitated, her hand instinctively reaching for her phone. "Oh, I'll just order an Uber..."Luke waved his hand dismissively. "Why bother? I'll take you home. It's on my way."Emily protested, "Oh, no, Luke, you shouldn't worry about it..."But Luke insisted, his voice firm but gentle. "I insist, Emily. It's the least I can do after forcing you to try Grandma's cooking!" He chuckled, his eyes twinkling wit

Emily's voice trembled with anger as she asked, "Why have you called this meeting?"A middle-aged man stood up, his expression smug. "We've called this meeting to discuss the new ownership of Image Corp Enterprise. We can't allow a woman to continue serving as head of this company."He glanced around the room, and the other stakeholders nodded in approval. "If your father were still alive, he would agree with this decision too."Emily's face flushed with rage. "You have no right to talk about my father! None of you even showed any concern when he passed away. Instead, you're here plotting to take away the company he built!"The room erupted into murmurs, with stakeholders whispering to each other. Jackson, who had been playing with a dice cube, dropped it on the table, his eyes flashing with unease. "Let's not listen to her sad story," he said, his voice firm. "All in favor of me becoming the new CEO and owner of Image Corp Enterprise, raise your hands!"Every hand in the room went up