All Chapters of When He Discovered I Was the Billionaire’s Daughter, My Ex Regretted: Chapter 1 - Chapter 9

9 Chapters

Chapter 1

Fresh from working in the fields, I clutched a small cupcake, eager to see James.I'd forgotten that being covered in dirt was the version of me he despised most.At the entrance of the men's dorm, a group of guys were chattering loudly."James, are you dating Sarah Williams?"“Gosh! You’re amazing, even a wealthy socialite like Sarah is chasing after you."James's roommate's flattery made me freeze in my tracks.I expected James to explain things, but instead, I just saw him lift his head proudly."Don't be ridiculous, we're just friends."She just invited me to a concert, that's all."The others exchanged knowing looks and laughed."Just a concert? Then why hasn't Sarah invited me to any concerts?""She's definitely pursuing you. When are you taking her out to dinner? Let us see what it's like."Another guy added enviously, "Well, it makes sense. James is already handsome and wealthy himself, of course he'd attract an heiress."My chest tightened with pain.James was my

Chapter 2

I'd noticed for a while that James had been drifting away from our relationship.A month ago, he posted on social media.The scene was meticulously arranged with everything he loved - premium wine, a perfectly seared steak, and fresh roses. It was all arranged in his preferred elegant style.In the corner, I spotted a woman's freshly manicured hand.Back then, when he begged me to stay close, I declined Harvard to attend State University with him. During his senior year of high school, I spent countless hours tutoring him just so he could get accepted to the same school.I still remember his freshman year. He held me as he fought back tears. Each tear piercing my heart. I wanted to wipe his tears away, but I was afraid my calloused hands from working in the fields would hurt his delicate skin.So when he told me about his wealthy roommates with their designer clothes and Rolex watches, I'd never even heard of such luxury brands. Still, I promised to buy them for him.During that

Chapter 3

Sarah cupped her stinging cheek, threatening to "make me pay," but I stood my ground."Go ahead and try. I'll make sure the whole campus knows you're nothing but a homewrecker!"Sarah froze - people like her, from old money families, cared too much about their reputation. She had no choice but to let me walk away.I thought that was the end of my story with James, but he called the next day."Jenna, what's the deal? Where's my monthly allowance?""...""Whatever, I'll let it slide. Just transfer me two grand - it's my birthday this month and I want to take my roommates to that new steakhouse."Had he lost his mind?Or did he think I had amnesia?Without hesitation, I ended the call.He called again. I hung up again.After a few rounds of this, I blocked his number.Minutes later, a new number popped up. When I answered, James's angry voice burst through."Jenna Lawson, you've got some nerve hanging up on me.""Say what you need to say, or I'm hanging up again...""Wait!"

Chapter 4

James's face went through several shades of panic as he tried to pass this off as a misunderstanding, desperately hoping Sarah would leave.After all, if his true nature was exposed in front of Sarah, everyone would discover their popular campus heartthrob was nothing but a broke fraud.But Sarah shrugged off James's hand and marched up to me, "I let you off easy last night, and you have the nerve to harass my boyfriend?"I glanced at James, who was shifting nervously, "Are you sure he's your boyfriend?""Of course!""Perfect timing then. All those designer clothes he's wearing - the Gucci bags, the Armani suits - I bought them all. Maybe you'd like to help him pay me back?""Jenna!"James shouted, rushing toward me, absolutely livid.When I didn't flinch, he turned to grab Sarah instead."Don't listen to her. We went to high school together. She had a crush on me, I turned her down, and now she makes up these crazy stories.""Let's go. There's no point arguing with someone t

Chapter 5

James shot me a vicious glare before rushing to help Lucy up from the ground, quickly explaining to the crowd."I'm so sorry about this. She used to be our housekeeper. She's been a bit unstable since we had to let her go."The crowd nodded in understanding."That makes sense. I was wondering how someone like James could have such a... rugged-looking mother.""Just a former maid after all."Only his roommates looked skeptical. Running into two supposedly 'unstable' people in one day seemed like quite a coincidence.James kept trying to catch my eye, but I deliberately looked away.After the crowd dispersed, James led us to a quiet corner behind the building.After checking that no one was within earshot, he immediately dropped his supportive act and let go of his mother's arm."Why are you really here?"Lucy stood her ground, hands on her hips, jabbing a finger at me."It's all because of Jenna here! When I asked her for money for Brian's wedding, she claimed you two had bro

Chapter 6

After my threat, James actually stayed away for quite a while.Until three months ago, when the results of the AI Competition preliminaries were announced."Jenna, you lost to a music major? A piano player made it to the finals while you got cut?"My roommate's comment made me realize something - I'd let James be team leader just to help his GPA.But I never imagined he'd change my name to Sarah's on the submission, trying to steal my work.I immediately confronted James.Only to be met with his frat brothers' sneers, ”Look who's back, sniffing around now that James has won. Maybe check yourself in the mirror first.""What a desperate loser!""She heard the competition winners get to work on the Lunar Research Station, so now she's crawling back to James."Another one burst out laughing, “What would a farmer's daughter do on the Moon? Plant space corn?""Hahahahaha!"James finally came out to face me, but his first words were, "You're not getting back on the team."I smirke

Chapter 7

I thought he'd seen me, but his eyes were glazed over, staring into nothing.I still helped James, but indirectly - by calling 911 and campus security.We were strangers now; I didn't want to get personally involved anymore.The Lunar Agriculture Program was still classified, but I spent even more time in the biotech lab and research greenhouse.Months flew by. One evening, as Travis and I were leaving the lab together, I spotted James waiting by the entrance.He wore a wrinkled white Oxford shirt, head down, lost in thought.When he saw me, he started rushing over excitedly, but froze when he noticed Travis.He pointed at Travis, who stood close beside me, his voice thick with jealousy. "Who the hell is he?"I glanced at James and tried to walk past.But he grabbed my arm, suddenly apologetic, "I'm sorry, Jenna. I was such an idiot. I've realized I can't live without you. Please come back and help me with my dissertation."In all our years together, this was the first time h

Chapter 8

At the critical moment, Travis rushed to the scene. "Stop right there!"Sarah, who had been a little scared at first, relaxed when she saw Travis had come alone. She walked up to him with a sly grin.“Hey, handsome. I suggest you stay out of this, or else…”"Or else what?"Travis stepped forward fearlessly, approaching Sarah."Or else I'll... Ahh!! My eyes!"Before Sarah could finish her threat, Travis whipped out a military-grade tactical flashlight.With one click, the dark courtyard lit up like midday.Travis smirked, "My grandmother’s special forces gear - wasn't expecting that, were you?"The blinding light quickly drew campus security.While Sarah was still stumbling around half-blind, the officers had her on the ground."Get your hands off me! Don't you know who my father is? You'll all lose your jobs for this..."Travis grinned like a chess master who'd just called checkmate, "You don't even know who your real father is, so how would we?""Take her to the police st

Chapter 9

“Let me go! Who are you?” The man struggled until his eyes met mine. His resistance melted, and tears streamed down his face. “Jenna, please... help me.” At Mr. Williams’s signal, James was shoved to the floor at my feet. “This man made some serious mistakes in the past,” Mr. Williams said with a chilling smile. “Don’t worry. I’ve already had my men handle him.” He waved his hand, and several men in black suits entered the room, each carrying a briefcase. They lined up and opened them, revealing stacks of gleaming gold bars. “Though I understand you might have some reservations, I’ve prepared a small gift to ease your mind. I hope you’ll accept this token.” I glanced down at James, curled up on the floor, treated like some disposable object, and then at the two open briefcases filled with gold. My stomach turned. “Jenna, I know I messed up,” James whimpered. “Please... save me.” I crouched down to calm him before standing to face Mr. Williams. “May I make a

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