บททั้งหมดของ Once Divorced, Twice Desired: บทที่ 21 - บทที่ 30

Nadia forced a nervous chuckle. “Ulterior motive? Aside from making money?” She shrugged too quickly. “I have no idea what you’re talking about.” Zara’s stare didn’t waver. For a moment, silence filled the room like an interrogation lamp. Then she let out a sigh and sat back on the desk. “I know Ace Carter more than anyone else. If he says he’s found a way…” she looked up at Nadia, eyes filled with frustration, “...he’s found a way.” Nadia bit her lip, relief washing over her face as she gave Zara's words a deeper thought, finally agreeing with her, “Maybe you’re right.” “If Carter Realty secures the upcoming government contract as the rumours have it, Bennett Architecture’s value could surpass ours.” “What are you talking about?” Zara asked. Nadia gasped, “Oh, I forgot you are new to New York. The government has been in talks of starting a $5 billion dollars residential area project. And we all know the favorite real estate company here.” Zara thought for a wh

“What did I tell you about running off with strangers?” Zara bellowed furiously at the kids. The kids cowered at her scream, moving back and clenching their Dad's legs."Mommy, we went with Daddy, not a stranger.” Ella corrected. Ella’s words hit like a punch: Daddy.Zara’s chest squeezed tight. Her cap felt too hot, her breath too shallow. No matter how she hated him, it could never change the fact that he would never become a stranger to them. He will always be their Daddy. “Mommy, are you mad at us?” She bit hard on her lip, forcing herself to kneel as she gestured them to come closer. But Ethan’s hand blocked the way, dragging them behind him. “Strangers? They are my kids, Zara. My flesh and blood!” Ethan yelled back at her, barely hiding his frustration. Zara wanted to yell back but seeing the kids shrieked with fear, she held her anger and forced a smile. The kids subconsciously moved closer.She held their sticky, ice-cold fingers whispering, "I’m not mad you kids. I’m

Zara’s jaw dropped. “DAISY QUINN?!”Zane clutched his chest dramatically. “Yes, sister. Your niece. Your flesh and blood. And here you are—accusing me of being a pedo.”Daisy stifled a giggle behind her hands.Zara groaned, dragging her palms down her face. “Kill me now.”Daisy pouted, crossing her arms. "Auntie, I was only three when you left for school and barely came home, yet I still remember you. How could you forget me?”Zara rubbed her temples, embarrassment washing over her."Okay, okay, I get it. I’m sorry!" Zara apologized, “I read your text on his phone and I thought…” “Daisy is always in love with me whenever she needs a favour. You must have witnessed one of those days.” Zane explained while Daisy pouted her lips and smiled mischievously. Zane grinned, pulling her into a hug.As the laughter faded, Zara glanced at Daisy. "Why were you crying earlier? Did this idiot annoy you?"Zane held up his hands. "Not guilty. Girl just got rejected by her crush. Ain’t got nothing t

Irene’s sharp gaze raked over Zara from head to toe, her lips pressing together in a smirk. She let out a breathy, condescending chuckle.“Really, Zara?” Irene sneered, folding her arms over her chest. Zara’s fingers tightened around her purse. She forced a polite smile, knowing too well that Irene was about to make a scene.“I’m sorry about earlier,” She said, her voice even, before turning to walk away. She had no energy for whatever game Irene was playing.“We even appeared on National TV together,” Irene called out, her voice louder, “Are you going to pretend you don't know me?” she asked, sharply scanning everyone around eye to eye to get their attention, thereby forcing Zara to halt in her steps. Her actions quickly drew her crew members attention as she wanted as they began to whisper. Zara’s muscles tensed. ‘Damn it.’“Oh, she's the lady on Bond & Break, I wonder what she’s doing here?” someone said. Irene’s lips curved into a smug smile as she scanned the growing audienc

Slap!!A sharp crack echoed through the stairwell.Ethan’s head snapped to the side, the force of the slap making him stumble. His fingers grazed his burning cheek, disbelief flashing in his eyes.His lips parted. “Uncle—”Kendrick took another step forward, lifting his hand again.Ethan flinched.Zara exhaled shakily, the tight grip on her throat now just a ghost of pain. She pressed a hand against the wall for balance, her breath uneven. Kendrick reached out to her, helping her stand properly, “Are you alright?” He asked, his face ridden with worry and concern.She forced herself to straighten, to steady her voice. “I— I’m fine.” The words felt foreign, her throat still raw from Ethan’s grip. Her lungs still felt tight, her body remembering the pressure of Ethan’s fingers before her mind could catch up. Even as she stood upright, she wasn’t sure if she was breathing properly or just pretending to.She tried to quickly walk away, but her knees wobbled, almost giving up on her. Emb