Chapter 141 : Bridget’s Shadow

The morning light filtered weakly through the curtains of Bridget’s penthouse, painting the room in pale gold. But there was no warmth in her eyes as she sat on the edge of the bed, a cup of untouched coffee in her hand. Carson had already left for work, his usual hurried goodbye still echoing faintly in her mind.She hadn’t slept well. The image of him staring at Anabelle the night before replayed again and again like a cruel film. His eyes—soft, longing, filled with something she hadn’t seen in years—were not for her. They were for that woman.Anabelle.Bridget’s fingers tightened around the cup until her knuckles turned white. She set it down slowly, her lips curling into a bitter line. “You thought you could move on, didn’t you?” she murmured. “You thought I wouldn’t notice.”She stood up, crossed to the mirror, and stared at her reflection. Perfect makeup. Perfect hair. Perfect everything. And yet, she could feel something slipping through her fingers—control.She grabbed he

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Chapter 142 : Jude’s Insight

Anabelle sat quietly at her desk, staring at the report on her computer screen. The numbers were right, but her mind wasn’t. Every click of the keyboard around her felt heavier than usual. People greeted each other in low voices, yet when she spoke, they grew silent. The small shift in tone was enough for her to feel it—something had changed, and not in her favor.When she walked into the staff lounge, two women near the coffee machine stopped talking and smiled too quickly. “Morning, Anabelle,” one of them said, her tone sweet but distant. Anabelle smiled back, pretending not to notice the tension that floated in the air. She poured her coffee, hands steady even though her chest tightened.Her phone buzzed on the counter. It was a text from Fred: “Don’t forget to eat. You’ve been quiet lately.” She smiled faintly, her lips curving at the thought of him noticing. “Just work stress,” she typed back. “I’m fine.” She sent it and slipped the phone into her pocket before walking out

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Chapter 143 : The Golden Cage Tightens

Carson sat in the grand dining room, staring at the long table covered with silk napkins, gold plates, and crystal glasses. The chandelier above glowed softly, reflecting off the polished surface. Everything looked perfect—too perfect. Around him, planners and assistants moved about, talking about flowers, music, and guests. Their voices blended into a dull hum he barely heard.Victoria walked in, her heels clicking against the marble floor. “Carson,” she said sharply. He looked up slowly. “Yes, Mother?” he asked, his tone calm but tired. She smiled tightly. “I spoke with the decorators. They’ll use white roses for the ceremony. Bridget’s idea, but it matches perfectly with our family theme,” she said proudly.He nodded, forcing a polite smile. “That’s fine,” he said. “Whatever makes everyone happy.” Victoria frowned slightly. “Not everyone, Carson. You too,” she said, her tone softening for a moment. He didn’t answer. His eyes drifted toward the window, where the evening sky w

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Chapter 144 : A Desperate Confession

Carson stood outside Anabelle’s apartment building, his hands buried deep in his coat pockets. The night air was cold, sharp against his skin, but it didn’t bother him. What hurt more was the weight inside his chest. He had been standing there for nearly ten minutes, staring at the door, unsure whether to knock or walk away.The soft glow of the streetlight fell across his face, showing the exhaustion in his eyes. He had left the mansion without telling anyone, not even Bridget. His driver had dropped him off, confused by the sudden request, but Carson hadn’t explained. Now he stood in front of the one person he couldn’t stop thinking about—Anabelle.He finally raised his hand and knocked. For a moment, there was silence. Then footsteps echoed from inside, slow and uncertain. The door opened, and Anabelle appeared, wearing a simple grey sweater and loose jeans. Her hair was tied back, her face calm but surprised. “Carson?” she said quietly.He swallowed hard. “Hi,” he said, his v

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Chapter 145 : The Unseen Witness

Anabelle stood frozen by her apartment door, her heart racing fast. Carson’s words still rang in her ears, heavy with emotion and regret. His eyes were tired, his face pale, and there was a sadness in his voice she had not heard before. He looked like a man carrying a storm inside him, one he could no longer hide.“I’m sorry, Anabelle,” he said quietly. “I shouldn’t have left you. I thought I was doing what my family wanted, but I destroyed everything good in my life,” he said.Anabelle’s fingers tightened around the doorknob. “You shouldn’t be here, Carson,” she said softly. “You can’t just show up like this.”“I had to,” he said quickly, stepping forward. “I couldn’t breathe anymore pretending to be happy. I keep thinking about you—every single day. You’re the only thing that feels real.”Her eyes glistened, but she stood her ground. “Carson, stop,” she said. “You made your choice. You’re the one who walked away, remember?”He shook his head slowly, his voice cracking. “I though

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All Chapters of The CEO'S SECRET BRIDE : Chapter 141 - Chapter 145

Chapter 141 : Bridget’s Shadow

Chapter 142 : Jude’s Insight

Chapter 143 : The Golden Cage Tightens

Chapter 144 : A Desperate Confession

Chapter 145 : The Unseen Witness