"Should I continue to report?" the financial department manager asked carefully.As Jaden glared at him, his anger simmered, ready to explode at any moment. He had been ready to unleash a torrent of reprimands and frustration, but Rita's unexpected phone call interrupted the impending confrontation.Rita's voice reverberated in Jaden's ears, instantly igniting a flame of resentment within him. He couldn't quite put his finger on why her mere presence had such an effect on him, but there was something about her pretentious coquettishness that both intrigued and repulsed him at the same time.In that momentary distraction, the tension in the room dissipated, and Jaden found himself momentarily relieved."Nah, wrap it up and head out," he replied.The sudden shift in Jaden's demeanour took everyone by surprise. All department managers exchanged puzzled glances, their eyes reflecting the confusion that swirled in the room. Jaden's behaviour was so out of character that it left them questi

Wednesday came too fast as it was the day, Rita had reluctantly agreed to meet Percy at the cafe, although she had no desire to be subjected to her soon-to-be ex-husband's fiancée's company. She chuckled bitterly to herself, thinking that Jaden must be so eager to share the news of their impending divorce. She had expected nothing less from him—a man who had always been impatient and impulsive.She put on a white high-heel and a lilac gown as she applied a slight makeup. She didn't want Percy to see her defeated and lonely.As she entered the cozy cafe, Rita's eyes scanned the room, searching for Percy. It didn't take long for her to spot her, sitting at a table near the window, a smug smile playing on her lips. Rita sighed, steeling herself for the encounter. She had endured Percy's hypocrisy and condescension for far too long, always acting like the dutiful wife while knowing the truth about Jaden's lack of love for her.Percy, noticing Rita's arrival, raised an eyebrow and waved he

As the rain continued to pour outside, Jaden sat by Percy's side in the hospital room, his mind burdened with guilt. The sound of thunder rumbled in the distance, causing Percy to stir from her slumber."Jaden, why is it so loud?" Percy asked, her voice filled with a mix of confusion and discomfort. She reached out to embrace him, seeking solace in his presence. "Hold me tight, Jaden. I'm scared."Jaden held Percy gently, feeling a pang of guilt as her words echoed in his ears. He remembered Rita's fear of thunder, a vulnerability she had shared with him countless times. The realization hit him like a bolt of lightning, illuminating his actions and the consequences they had on someone he cared about deeply.The image of Rita, drenched in rain and despair, haunted him, urging him to find her and beg for forgiveness.Feeling a surge of emotions, Jaden gently pulled away from Percy's embrace. "Percy, I... I need to step outside for a moment. I'll be right back, I promise."Confusion clou

As the bus came to a halt, Rita gathered her belongings, lost in her thoughts about Jaden and Percy. Unbeknownst to her, a thief on the bus had been eyeing her purse, waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike.Just as Rita stood up to exit the bus, the thief made his move, attempting to snatch her purse from her grasp. In a split second, chaos ensued as the pa*sengers gasped in shock. Before Rita could react, Noah, who had been observing the scene, sprang into action.Noah swiftly intercepted the thief's attempt, restraining him and retrieving Rita's purse. The thief struggled against Noah's firm grip, but it was futile. With a stern expression, Noah ordered, "Give the purse back to her, now."Fear and desperation filled the thief's eyes as he reluctantly complied, returning the purse to Rita's grateful hands. The pa*sengers on the bus watched in awe as Noah calmly dealt with the situation.With the thief apprehended, Noah informed the bus driver to stop at the nearest police stat

The morning came so quick as Jaden tried rolling on the bed to see if Rita was with him there, to his utmost surprise he was unable to find anyone by his side. But, he was able to hear the sounds of water coming outside if the bathroom.Rita stepped out of the bathroom, her body covered by a towel, feeling a mix of embarra*sment and vulnerability. Jaden couldn't help but chuckle at her shyness, finding it endearing yet somewhat perplexing.As Rita hastily dressed herself, trying to regain some semblance of composure, she finally mustered the courage to ask the question that had been nagging at her. "Jaden, why did you... why did we... you know... why did you still sleep with me, especially now that we're divorced?"Jaden's expression softened as he met Rita's eyes. He took a moment to gather his thoughts before responding. "Rita, our physical connection has always been strong, and that doesn't simply disappear just because we're no longer married. It's not just about s*x for me. Being