Semua Bab BETRAYED BY MY HUSBAND, I FELL FOR HIS BILLIONAIRE BROTHER : Bab 1 - Bab 10

LEXI'S POV I woke up to the sound of soft music and the warmth of my husband's gentle touch. Ryan's fingers traced the curves of my face, and I smiled, feeling my heart flutter. We had been married for five years, but the romance never faded. Every morning, Ryan would wake me up with a sweet serenade, and I would melt into his arms. "Good morning, beautiful," he whispered, his breath tickling my ear. I turned to face him, and our lips met in a tender kiss. The world outside our bedroom door melted away, leaving only the two of us, lost in our love. As we lay there, wrapped in each other's arms, I felt grateful for this life we'd built together. Ryan was my rock, my partner, and my best friend. I trusted him with every fiber of my being, and I knew he felt the same way about me. Our love story was one for the ages – high school sweethearts who had grown up together, exploring the world and building a life filled with laughter, adventure, and passion. We had our ups and downs li

LEXI'S POV I woke up the next morning feeling empty and hollow. The events of the previous day still felt like a dream, but the pain in my heart was all too real.I got out of bed and began to get ready for the day. I had a meeting with a potential client for my event planning business, and I couldn't afford to cancel.As I was getting dressed, my phone buzzed with a text from Sarah. "Hey, girl. How are you doing today?"I sighed, feeling a lump form in my throat. "I'm okay, I guess," I replied. "Just trying to process everything."Sarah responded with a supportive message, and we made plans to meet up for lunch later that day.I headed out to my meeting, trying to push aside my personal problems and focus on work. But it was hard to concentrate when all I could think about was Ryan and his infidelity.After the meeting, I headed back to my apartment, feeling drained and emotional. I collapsed onto the couch, feeling like I was at my breaking point.Just as I was starting to cry, the

LEXI'S POVI stormed into our house, slamming the door behind me. Ryan was sitting on the couch, watching TV. He looked up at me with a mixture of surprise and guilt."Lexi, what's wrong?" he asked, trying to sound innocent.I laughed, a bitter taste in my mouth. "Don't play dumb with me, Ryan," I said, my voice shaking with anger. "I know all about you and Sophia."Ryan's expression changed, and for a moment, I saw a flash of fear in his eyes. But then, his face smoothed out, and he smiled."I don't know what you're talking about," he said, trying to sound convincing.I felt a surge of anger at his denial. "Don't lie to me, Ryan," I said, my voice cold and hard. "I have proof. I know all about your affair with Sophia."Ryan's smile faltered, and he looked away, unable to meet my eyes. "It's not what you think," he said, his voice barely above a whisper.I laughed again, feeling a sense of despair wash over me. "It's exactly what I think," I said. "You're cheating on me, Ryan. You're

~~Lexi~~Stepping into Ethan's office felt like entering a cosy little haven, complete with the soothing hum of the air conditioning and the delightful scent of coffee wafting through the air. The place was spacious and stylish, with those massive windows showing off the city skyline like it was a million-dollar painting. Ethan, perched behind his grand desk, looked up and flashed me a smile that could light up a room—seriously, those blue eyes were hard to ignore. As I sank into one of the plush chairs, I tried to shake off the intimidation factor that often comes with powerful people. But as we chatted, I found myself drawn in by his charm and sharp mind; he had this way of making me feel like I could spill my guts without judgment. Yet, beneath that suave exterior, I sensed a deeper complexity, a hint of vulnerability in his gaze that made me wonder what secrets he was hiding. When he stood up and offered his support, looking me dead in the eye, I felt a flutter in my chest—like,

~~Lexi~~Sitting across from Sophia, I was engulfed in a whirlwind of questions regarding her knowledge of Ryan's infidelity. "What do you mean I'm in grave danger?" I managed to ask, striving to maintain composure. Sophia leaned closer, her gaze unwavering. "Ryan's mistress is not an ordinary woman; she wields considerable power and will go to great lengths to safeguard her secrets." A chill coursed through me, igniting a sense of urgency. "What secrets?" My curiosity was piqued, prompting her to hesitate, scanning the coffee shop with apprehension. "I shouldn't divulge this," she cautioned, "but you deserve to know. Ryan's mistress has been embezzling funds from your company, and Ryan has been complicit in the cover-up." The revelation struck me like a physical blow, the implications spiraling beyond my control. "Why are you telling me this?" I pressed, grappling with the gravity of her claims. Sophia's demeanor shifted, her seriousness palpable. "Because I believe you're in dange