All Chapters of Walking Away from the Wrong Love: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

Ellie's hands shook as she dialed 911. She didn't have the strength to stay conscious, finally succumbing to the darkness only when she heard the distant wail of the siren.When she woke, it was the next day. Tubes and monitors snaked across her body, tethering her to the beeping machines.The doctor was furious, his tone sharp with a mix of professional outrage and personal disbelief. "I explicitly told you no intercourse after a major surgery like that! Your husband has no self-control? This was reckless to the point of being life-threatening. The internal sutures tore. If you hadn't gotten here in time, you would have bled out.""I'm sorry, Doctor. Thank you for everything," Ellie whispered, her voice thin.His expression softened slightly at her pale, fragile state. "I'm not the one you should be apologizing to. Your husband is the one with no regard for your well-being. You need to call a family member. Have someone stay with you. I won't accept you as a patient if there's

The moment Ellie saw Lisa and Derek together, a cold dread shot up from her feet, freezing her to the core. Her entire body went numb.So it was her. The woman Derek cherished, the one he protected with such fierce tenderness—was Lisa.Why? Of all the people in the world, why did it have to be her? The daughter of the man who murdered her parents."What if I refuse?" Ellie's voice trembled, despite her best effort to steady it."I'll cut off your living expenses," Derek replied coldly, detached as if speaking to a stranger.A bitter, disbelieving laugh escaped her, teetering on the edge of tears. The irony was so cruel it was almost laughable. For Lisa, there was no limit to what Derek would do."Let it go, Derek," Lisa cooed, snuggling deeper into his arm. "She's my cousin. She lost her parents so young, she never learned any manners. She's always had this… habit of taking what's mine. It's just a dress. Let her have her little victory."Heather's temper snapped. "You shameless

Jonathan and Drew had only met Ellie once—on Derek's wedding day.To be fair, she was a stunning woman. Even after all these years, they recognized her instantly.As Derek's inner circle, they shared one unwavering opinion: they despised her.Jonathan's voice dripped with mockery. "Well, well, Derek. Looks like the warden's doing a spot check. Your wife tracked you down."Derek let out a derisive snort. "Her? She doesn't have the nerve."His derisive words, paired with Lisa's radiant, triumphant smile and Jonathan and Drew's sneers, cut deep into Ellie's heart."Sorry. Wrong room." She closed the door and left without another word.Her composure caught Jonathan and Drew off guard."Odd," Drew remarked. "Most women would've caused a scene. She didn't seem to care at all. Maybe she's finally over you, Derek?"Jonathan laughed. "Impossible. She's crazy about him—probably terrified of being thrown out, so she doesn't dare make a scene."Outside, Ellie took a deep breath. She forc

The next morning, Ellie was deep in her research when the hospital called, reminding her of her follow-up appointment.The company was close, so after work, she decided to walk. It was barely a ten-minute stroll.Just as she reached the hospital entrance, a familiar car gleamed under the afternoon sun—a Rolls-Royce Phantom. Derek's car.She had never been inside it, but she knew it instantly. There were few in the city, and his was unmistakable.Derek leaned against the hood, a cigarette held loosely between his long, elegant fingers. Smoke wreathed his sharp features as he exhaled, a picture of detached, effortless cool. He wasn't trying to be noticed, but every woman who passed stole a second glance."Derek!"A woman's voice, bright and familiar, cut through the air.Lisa emerged from the outpatient building, hurrying toward him.In one fluid motion, Derek stubbed out his cigarette and pulled her into his arms as she reached him."Did you miss me while I was away?" she asked

After her shower, Ellie changed into the fresh clothes laid out for her and followed Derek downstairs.A servant approached with a steaming cup of herbal tea. "Madam, this will help ward off the chill."Ellie accepted it gratefully. The warm tea spread through her, a small comfort against the cold that had settled deep in her bones.At the dinner table, Catherine had already directed the staff to place all of Ellie's favorite dishes within her reach."Ellie, you must eat more. You've gotten so thin," Catherine fretted. "I was only gone two months. Tell me, did Derek make your life difficult again?"Between the recent surgery and the emotional toll of the impending divorce, Ellie's appetite had vanished. Not wanting to worry her, Ellie offered a light smile. "Not at all, Grandma. I've just been watching my figure.""Watching your figure? You're skin and bones! At this rate, the wind will carry you away!" Catherine shot a pointed glare at her grandson. "Derek, serve Ellie some food