All Chapters of Ex-Wife on Top, CEO on His Knees: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

Clifford went pale. He hadn't expected Camille to be so skilled at finding excuses, turning even the smallest detail into a heated debate.By now, the managers already knew exactly what was happening.But to them, this kind of office politics was just petty squabbling. As long as it didn't affect their interests, they didn't care enough to intervene.Kimberly clenched her fists, biting her lip. After a beat, she finally spoke. "It was my oversight. My apologies, Dr. Stowell. I'll have someone add you to the group right after the meeting."Camille simply nodded, not ungrateful at all. She even gave Kimberly a way to save her pride. "Thank you, Dr. Walsh. I appreciate it."Kimberly's smile faded. She turned away, her eyes darkening.…The meeting was over an hour later, and Camille went back to her office. Shortly after, a notification popped up. It was an invitation from Kimberly to join the group.Camille glanced at it, but ignored it, and continued sorting through all the repo

Wearing a pale teal gown, Camille stood next to Marissa with perfect composure. Her long hair was swept up, and she had applied light makeup.Every movement she made was a meticulous gesture, a result of the rules Anita had laid down for her the day she married into the Hatcher family.Camille spent six months on etiquette lessons and two years honing a range of talents, all driven by Anita's remark—"As a Hatcher by marriage, you must never bring shame to the family".While Anita was strict and demanding, she had taught Camille a great deal.Marissa finished greeting the guests and turned to Camille. "Where's Julian? It's Anita's birthday. Why isn't he here?""I already told him, but he hasn't replied," Camille answered truthfully."You're useless. You can't even keep your own husband in line. You'd be better off getting a divorce now."With that, Marissa turned and walked toward Anita.Camille froze for a long moment. She set down her champagne glass and turned just as Julian

Giselle froze. She remembered every time she'd mocked Camille, and how Julian had always stayed silent, never defending Camille.She couldn't understand what had changed.Camille was just as stunned, unable to figure out what had come over Julian.The slap had silenced Giselle, but her eyes spoke volumes. Every time she looked at Camille, her eyes promised murder.Camille ignored her. She wouldn't even be here if it weren't for Anita's birthday banquet.She did her duty, making small talk with the socialites who drifted her way. A few too many glasses of champagne later, she noticed the banquet was winding down.The effort of keeping up appearances was exhausting, and all she wanted was to go home. She slipped away and headed upstairs, straight for her bedroom.The moment she pushed the door open, a hand shot out and grabbed her arm. She lost her balance and stumbled forward, right into Julian's chest."Ju—"Julian leaned in and cut her off with a kiss.Camille's eyes went wi

Julian followed Camille into the apartment.She didn't spare him a glance. Slipping on her slippers, she went straight to the bedroom, grabbed a change of clothes from the walk-in closet, then headed to the guest room next door.Julian poured a glass of water in the kitchen. He'd watched her every move, but he said nothing. The sharp click of the door locking behind her made his hand tighten around the glass, his expression dark and unreadable.Since when had she begun to guard herself from him?Just then, his phone rang. It was Joe.…After taking the morning off, Camille didn't get to the hospital until later in the day.The moment she stepped into the lobby, a middle-aged woman named Brenda Lorenzen charged at her and slapped her across the face.Before Camille could react, Brenda seized her by the collar and screamed, "You damn homewrecker! How dare you seduce my husband?""This is a mistake," Camille said, pushing her away. "I've never met your husband. Who put you up to

Julian spoke up, much to everyone's surprise.Kimberly's chest tightened. She searched his face, but it gave nothing away.Brenda exploded, "Dr. Stowell seduced my husband!"Julian's eyes were grave, unreadable.Clifford stepped up to Julian's side. "Mr. Hatcher, I'm sorry you had to see this. It's a private matter, and I'll see that it's handled."He moved to drag Camille away.Julian's gaze sharpened, locking on her. "You seduced him?"Camille laughed scornfully. "If sharing a room counts as seduction, then Dr. Fogarty and Dr. Walsh must be having an affair too."Clifford's face darkened. "What the hell are you talking about? Dr. Walsh is Mr. Hatcher's girlfriend. Do you think she's as shameless as you?"Camille looked up, meeting Julian's eyes. "Mr. Hatcher, is Dr. Walsh really your girlfriend?"Everyone froze, stunned by the scene."What's happening? Is Dr. Stowell actually questioning Mr. Hatcher?""Is there something going on between them?""No, that can't be right.