บททั้งหมดของ Come With Me, Rejected Wife: บทที่ 61 - บทที่ 70

Arabella felt fulfilled. After a long time, she was finally experiencing a genuine feeling of good fortune. Eduard's hand was tightly squeezing hers as they both looked toward the stage, attentive to the announcement of the competition results. Her work was among the five finalists, and there was a good chance that she would win."Ladies and gentlemen, tonight the winning work of our great competition is 'Landscape,' by the talented artist Lauren Hopkins ," the host announced.The murmurs were not long in coming.Lauren went up to the stage with a confident stride, bowed in front of the audience, and smiled, captivated by her victory. The host handed her an envelope with the cash prize and a solid gold trophy."Thank you all for your support!" she exclaimed, blowing a kiss to the attendees.Only a few claps were heard.The host resumed the ceremony:"Second place goes to Arabella Hopkins ."A wave of hisses swept through the auditorium. For many, Arabella 's work far surpassed her s

The next day, the exhibition for the first-place winners of the competition was held. Arabella got ready with care, although she wouldn't attend as the artist, but as just another spectator. She longed to observe her work from a distance, blended in with the public, and discover what it provoked in those who contemplated it. She looked at it as if it weren't hers, trying to feel what others felt. Next to her, another observer seemed just as captivated."I can't believe this work didn't win first place," the man commented, admiring it intensely.Arabella turned to him and nodded slightly. She couldn't help but notice that the stranger immediately caught her attention; he was young, tall, elegant, with a seductive and enigmatic air."Maybe the winner had a better technique, that's why she took the prize," she replied discreetly, without revealing her identity."Not at all. This painting should have occupied that place," he replied with confidence. "Although... I would say it was missi

Eduard got up from his seat and turned toward the window."Lauren, please, stop with the stupidity. I'm going to analyze the proposal you have for the company and we'll talk later.""Eduard, don't you desire me? Look at me, I'm more beautiful than my sister and much more intelligent in finance. Together we could make a great team. Divorce that wretch."Eduard turned around abruptly and took her by the arm with force."I'm being patient with you because you're a woman, but I'm starting to forget that. I demand that you get out of my office right now.""I'll tell everyone that you harassed me. I'm going to sink you, Eduard."Lauren began to pull at her clothes and rip them shamelessly, while he dragged her toward the door."Say whatever you want, you have no proof."His voice sounded sure; he knew he was recording everything. With Lauren, it was always necessary to be prepared.At that precise moment, the office door burst open and Arabella entered, who had been listening from the mome

"Arabella , my dear! How are you?" Franco took her hand and pulled her closer to kiss her on the cheek."Franco, how are you?""Well, I've been waiting for you for a few minutes, but please sit down, I imagine you must be hungry.""Yes, of course, thank you very much. I received the funds in my account for the works you bought. I feel flattered.""You shouldn't feel flattered, it's fair payment for your talent. I've placed them in my hotel lobby and they look stunning. In fact, I wanted to set a date with you for you to do the portrait of my mother. She's delighted with the idea of you being the one to paint it.""I'm really surprised by all this, Franco. Tell her that when she feels ready, I can go to her house and start the work."Franco smiled at her warmly. The waiter immediately came, took both of their orders, and they shared a more than pleasant dinner. Arabella even allowed herself a glass of soft wine in his company, and for the first time in a long time, she didn't take her

Eduard didn't even wait for dawn. At first light, he was already at the hospital, standing in front of Arabella 's room.He was carrying a large bouquet of tulips and a teddy bear. Although he thought those kinds of gifts were ridiculous, Antonia, before he left the mansion, had advised him that maybe she would like them.Arabella was lying on the stretcher, feeling guilty. Because of her carelessness, her baby's life was in danger, and she would never forgive herself if something happened to him."Good morning!" a high-pitched and fake voice appeared at the door, along with the head of the enormous bear.Arabella blushed, confused."Eduard?"He appeared from behind the teddy bear, lowering it shyly, and smiled."Hello, beautiful. How are you?"She looked at him and let out a laugh."I'm fine, but what about you?"He rolled his eyes."I knew the gifts were a bad idea," he thought as he approached her."Beautiful, I've brought you this... Well, maybe it's ridiculous, I'm sorry. I..."