Semua Bab Second Marriage to the Billionaire: Ex-Husband Begs Me Not to Go: Bab 51 - Bab 60

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Chapter 51

"Whether you failed to screen the works properly or took bribes to use my name for your advantage, you know the truth." William's words crushed the director's last hope.For emerging designers, having their work displayed at William Luther's exhibition was equivalent to receiving industry recognition—an achievement worth boasting about.Lucy had this exact intention when she paid a hefty sum to bribe the director.She had even drafted potential social media headlines, but who could have predicted William would appear and catch everyone off guard?The director had abandoned all hope. He should never have risked offending William Luther for such small profit.Moving forward, William would likely never collaborate with his gallery again—effectively ending his career.Larry had heard enough. He grabbed Aria's wrist forcefully and demanded, "Aria, aren't you going to say something? You know Linda's accident was your fault. Her biggest dream was to become an outstanding designer. Lucy a
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Chapter 52

Through William's eyes, Larry could see his own panicked, pathetic appearance.Like a clown."But I can see that Miss Jackson won't belong to you for much longer. I wish you a happy divorce in advance," William chuckled, his gaze shifting to Lucy who had been following at Larry's side. "And of course, I wish you and this selfish, greedy, childish, paranoid Miss Landon a lifetime of happiness together. You two truly are a perfect match."William spoke openly about them getting divorced.Larry certainly didn't want to divorce Aria, but unfortunately, he had ruined everything today by himself.With a gloomy face, Larry was constrained by William's social background and couldn't even utter a harsh word in response. He could only turn and leave.Lucy hurried after Larry as he fled, and the two works that shouldn't have been in the art exhibition were removed."Everyone," William said coolly, "if you've taken enough photos, you can disperse now."The reporters smiled awkwardly and sca
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Chapter 53

"You want me as a design consultant, ultimately to serve as Aria's guardian angel."If she wins the design rights, and I'm the design consultant, it means we'd be working together directly. You're planning to use me as a stepping stone."William was clever and naturally guessed Archer's intentions. He took a sip of his tea and spoke slowly, "But numerous companies are participating in this bid, including some established designers. If you bring me in early and Aria doesn't win the design rights in the end, wouldn't this all be for nothing?"He didn't actually mind Archer using him this way.After all, Archer had put everything on the table and told him upfront. He had the right to know, and if he agreed for the sake of that painting, it would be his own choice."She has the ability."William raised his eyebrows with interest, "So you've seen the design plans. If you're satisfied with them, they must be excellent work.""Since you've used the Rothko painting to win me over, of cou
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Chapter 54

This was meant as a joke.Aria couldn't help but blush slightly.The car began to move slowly. Aria couldn't resist turning her head to glance at the man beside her. He still had that calm expression, as if nothing in the world could bother him.Would someone like him really transfer his assistant overseas because of her?That seemed too dramatic."What are you looking at?" Archer asked."I was wondering why you suddenly started wearing glasses." She remembered that Archer hadn't worn glasses before.Archer adjusted his frames slightly and said coolly, "I heard you prefers more intellectual and gentler men.”That explained it.But... even with glasses, he didn't seem any gentler. Before Aria realized what she was doing, she had reached out and removed the glasses perched on Archer's nose.Without the glasses, she met his deep, dark eyes directly.Through those eyes, she could see her own reflection.At this moment, she felt that Archer's gaze wasn't as cold anymore. It seeme
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Chapter 55

[#BREAKINGNEWS: High Society's Model Couple, the Spencers, About to Divorce][Larry Spencer to Divorce and Remarry]Larry's defense of Lucy at the art exhibition was eventually leaked to the media. Previously, Larry had repeatedly used Aria to market their image as the perfect wealthy couple. The same people who once idolized them were now criticizing them.[I always knew this Mr. Spencer had no feelings for his wife. If he truly cared, would he use their marriage for publicity every time Spencer Corporation had a problem? She's less of a wife and more of an accessory to take bullets and clean up his image.][Remember that car incident? Didn't Mrs. Spencer explain that away too? Who knows if that was even Mrs. Spencer? Temporary tattoos exist, you know.][His ugly true face was exposed at the art exhibition, humiliating his own wife for another woman. Is this the love that Spencer Corporation has been marketing?][Just watch, we're all familiar with Spencer Corporation's routine by
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Chapter 56

"The fact that his art exhibition gives newcomers a chance to be seen is his kindness. Anyone selected to exhibit alongside him immediately skyrockets in value."Do you really think Lucy was just fulfilling Linda's dream? She was clearly trying to elevate her own status. After participating in this exhibition, she could freely market herself as a new designer who exhibited with William Luther. She was using him as a stepping stone.""And about Linda—she's already passed away. If Linda had dreams of being a designer and Lucy wanted to fulfill them, she could have organized a special exhibition just for her. But why choose this particular one? And why place her works right next to Aria's and Christina's designs? Larry, if you don't understand what's happening now, you're an absolute fool!"Why would Lucy want her designs in this exhibition? Linda's work was years old with immature technique—displaying them together would only highlight the maturity of Lucy's work by comparison.And Ar
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Chapter 57

"William and Duncan Enterprises have collaborated multiple times. Both men come from prominent families, and though they're not from the same city, they're definitely close friends.""If what you said is true—that Archer mentioned planning to invite William as the design consultant for the West District—then he probably discussed these matters with William at the exhibition today.""William was so polite to you and kept defending you because he was doing it for Archer's sake."Christina, as an observer, could see many things clearly.She sighed, holding her phone."Also, if Archer truly intends to give you the design rights, why would he invite William to be the design consultant? What do you think?"She didn't provide the answer, giving Aria time to figure it out herself.If she really won the design rights, and William served as the design consultant...What would that mean?It would mean she'd be collaborating with William.For her first design project, her partner would be
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Chapter 58

Christina was beginning to feel sorry for Mr. Duncan.[Aria]: Mr. Duncan, are you trying to seduce me?Christina typed these words and sent them quickly.Aria's eyes widened.What on earth! How could she send something like that!"Christina! Recall that message right now, stop saying such things!"Aria, face flushed, grabbed back her phone. Just as she was about to recall the message, she saw that Archer was typing a response.[Archer]: I read your message.[Archer]: Yes, I am trying to seduce you.[Archer]: Finally noticed?Aria felt her face burning up. The phone in her hand seemed to have turned into a hot potato—impossible to hold onto but impossible to put down. She had no idea how to respond.Her mind flashed images of Archer with his shirt wet with milk, revealing his muscular chest, and those dark, intense eyes hidden behind glasses.Reading his message, she could almost picture his half-smiling expression.Her body felt so weak she could collapse onto the bed at an
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Chapter 59

"What did Miss Jackson say that made Mr. Duncan so happy?"Henry couldn't understand.Kent covered his face and wrote on a document paper {Miss Jackson asked Mr. Duncan if he was trying to seduce her}Henry was completely shocked, his head full of question marks.Was "seduce" such a good word?Was Mr. Duncan really still sane?Seeing Henry's confused expression, Kent's gaze grew determined.Case solved. His partner Henry was also a dense block of wood.Meanwhile at the hotel, Aria's face had turned red from Archer's replies. She raised her hands to cover her cheeks.Archer had admitted that he was often trying to seduce her, which explained many things. She wasn't imagining things—his occasionally visible collarbone, his solid chest, and his pleasant voice near her ear—everything seemed designed to entice her.Seeing Aria's reaction, Christina understood everything. Her eyebrows rose with delight as she leaned close to Aria's ear, "Aria, next time you see Mr. Duncan, ask him a
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Chapter 60

Archer’s voice was deep and slightly husky, yet it had the refined elegance of a cello's final note. With each question, he seemed to move closer to her. By the time he mentioned kissing, his lips were already near her ear, his voice wrapped in gentle laughter as he called her, "Aria."Aria suddenly woke up in bed. Her face was flushed, her ears soft, her body limp. She had no doubt that if she tried to stand right now, her legs would give out and she'd collapse to the floor.Had she lost her mind?Why was she having such dreams because of a few messages?She pressed her face into the pillow in embarrassment.Christina, lying nearby, rubbed her eyes. She had been awakened by Aria's movement and was still drowsy, her voice soft and sleepy."Aria, you know you can't kill yourself by headbutting a pillow, right?"The tips of Aria's ears turned bright red."I'll go order breakfast," she said, ignoring Christina's teasing as she hurried away.Once in the bathroom, she carefully chec
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