All Chapters of BEYOND GOODBYE: Take Me Back EX WIFE : Chapter 241 - Chapter 250

​Samuel POVI watched, amused, as an emotion akin to incredulity slowly spread across Shan’s face, making her cheeks look like a ripe tomato.She was so red. It was as if all the color red in the world rushed to her face to paint it.But I could not say a word. We are in a serious discussion. I can’t veer off course now that it was all out in the open.I wanted to marry her now.And if she agrees with me, it can happen.I know the mayor of New York City personally. I had been to his office numerous times, and we often met at banquets and other social gatherings. We even donate to the same charities.We are not friends. As in friends, but our shared interests gave us an opportunity to meet and talk.My gaze flitted back to Shan.She swallowed hard, giving me a glimpse of her wonderful neck that I itched to kiss and nibble the soft white skin.“As in now? You wanted to marry me right now?”“Yes.”I hoped that one word sent a powerful message to her. I mean what I say. I am serious about

​Victor POVMy first day as an employee of my former in-laws passed quickly. After visiting Pepper in her office, I drove back to Gunner Holdings, Inc., to attend a management conference where I informed key personnel of the change in company ownership.I could see the wheels turning in some of my managers’ heads.Those who did not like my leadership welcomed the change, but those who believed in me looked sad.Some even approached me, but the general feeling was that everyone felt threatened in the current situation. People are starting to hold on to their jobs and securing alliances.I decided to talk to the older Fergusons to arrange a meeting with all the employees under the umbrella organization. I was already on my way to their hotel, but I couldn't contact Samuel to arrange the meeting.I can’t just appear in front of them without their permission. That would be against office protocol. I also tried calling Shan, but she, too, was not answering my call, which left me with no

Pepper POVThe minute Victor walked inside the door, I knew something was amiss.Our eyes connected, and my breath hitched when I read the pain that he was trying so hard to disguise when he looked at me.But I knew him.I was five years old when I realized that I loved Victor Gunner not as a friend, but as a possible husband.“I want to marry Victor when I grow up.” I would often say, and he would blush. Victor, who was six years older than me, blushed profusely after hearing my bold announcement.Then, he broke my heart the first time when I told him I liked him. I was a teenager back then, and Victor was ready to take on the world as an adult.“You are too young. Go have a crush on someone your age.”“But I don’t want them. I want you.” I insisted.My young heart shattered when he told me that he did not like me.“I like someone else.”Change in our life’s circumstances forced us to fall apart. And then years later, while I was in College, bam! I collided with Emily Gunner, Victor’

Pepper POVKnowing that arguing with my father would be useless and that I wouldn't get the result I was aiming for, I decided to let things be for now.He won’t appreciate my efforts if I try to force the issue.Instead, I went back to my work. But I can’t seem to stay still.Victor’s face last night and this morning bothered me no end.I know that I had to do something.Instead of resuming my work, I decided to leave early.“Shan?”Shan entered my office with a questioning look.She watched as I slung my bag over my shoulder.“You are leaving?”She looked like she was mentally checking whether she had forgotten an outside appointment because of the deep frown on her face.“I need to go. Just tell Victor if ever he asks for me that I am talking to a client.”Shan nodded, still looking confused, but I was already on my way out of the office.I didn't know what my plan was until I found myself outside a famous jewelry store.I came in, and the attendant greeted me with a ready smile.“

Pepper POVThere was hunger in the kiss. Affirmation, too.But what bothered me was the hesitation I felt mingled with it.I can’t stand it. The moment, though embarrassing because it was witnessed by some of the employees and visitors to Gunner Holdings Inc., should have been one of celebration.But why do I feel like it wasn’t?I pulled away from him and met his unflinching gaze with my own. My stare was full of doubts that only Victor can assuage. He was the only person who could answer all the silent questions that lingered in my head.“That’s not what I wanted, Pepper.”The response that I was dreading came off his lips, and my chest tightened. It hurts.Had he changed his mind about us?Does he think that I was not worth all the pain and the sacrifices?I looked away. I don’t want him to see me hurt.Besides, looking at him made me want to tear up and bawl my eyes out. I can’t let Victor see me at my weakest moment.I don’t want my children to see me cry.Despite all of this,