Chapter 11

She made sure to emphasize the words “dating show,” hoping it might stir something in Hubert.But he wasn’t even listening. “Mm. Sounds great.”He hurried to pack his things, booked the first flight home, and headed straight for the airport.On the way, a thought struck him.Rose must’ve thought he was dead.That must be the reason she’d given up and agreed to her family’s arrangement.The idea actually eased him a little.When he called Ryan, he said, “Why are you panicking? The second she finds out I’m alive, she’ll drop that engagement in a heartbeat.”“Uh… you really think so, Hubert?”“That Liam guy? I couldn’t stand him even back in high school. Whenever Rose and I were together, he’d just stand there staring like a creep. Imagine how humiliating it’ll be for him if I crash their wedding in front of everyone.”But in the end, he couldn’t wait that long.The moment his plane landed, he pulled out his phone and called her number.The second she heard his voice, she’d take him back.

Chapter 12

A loveless engagement stood no chance against a resurrected first love, or so Hubert believed.When he got home, Susan threw herself into his arms, sobbing hysterically.“Did you see the news? That shameless girl married someone else! Didn’t I tell you from the start she was trouble?”“She doesn’t know I’m alive. If she did, she’d leave him for me.”He shook her off irritably. “Take down those memorial photos in the living room. They’re depressing.”But when he opened the bedroom door, he froze.The room was a mess. The glass from their favorite framed photo lay shattered across the floor.On the photo wall, every picture of them had been torn clean in half. Enraged, he called out, “Mom! Did you do this? You didn’t like her, fine, you drove her out. But why the hell did you destroy everything?”“I swear it wasn’t me! That ungrateful girl did it herself! You think I’ve got time for childish tantrums like that?”“Don’t lie to me! Look at these photos, every single one has her face scra

Chapter 13

“Then why aren’t you putting me down?”“Because I’m drunk and I need your help.”I was speechless.“Right. That’s what drunk looks like, huh?” I thought.“Can I, honey?” I didn’t answer. The only reply was the sound of water spilling over the edge of the tub.…The next morning, I woke to find myself turned toward the wall, his arm loosely wrapped around my waist.His slow, steady breaths brushed against the back of my neck.Flashes of last night—his hands, the warmth of his touch—drifted through my mind, and heat crept up my cheeks.[Wait, what? I clicked the next chapter and they’re suddenly in bed?][Author, you skipped the entire sex scene! Where’s my ten-thousand-word chapter? Look me in the eyes.]Liam cleared his schedule and took me overseas for our honeymoon.Away from Ashford, I finally began to let go of everything that had weighed me down. Beautiful scenery had a way of healing what words couldn’t.Still, during those first few nights, I often woke up in tears for no rea

Chapter 14

"But it’s fine. I know you were forced by your family. Divorce him, and we’ll get married right away, okay?""No." I stepped back two paces."Still putting on that act, huh? You faked your death and ran off overseas to play house with your mistress. Did you enjoy it?"Hubert’s eyes trembled, disbelief written all over his face. His voice quivered. "You… how did you find out? Did Ryan and Sean tell you?""Yes. And I should thank them for that," I didn’t deny it. "At first, I didn’t believe it. Then they gave me the account you shared with your mistress. I saw your videos. You two looked so happy together.""Rose, I’m sorry. I was wrong. I really know I was wrong."Regret and despair tangled in his eyes as he almost fell to his knees."Honey."Liam stepped out of the Bentley. He’d been picking me up from work every day lately.I walked over and took his arm. "Honey, this man keeps pestering me. I’m scared."The tall, broad-shouldered man glanced past Hubert, pulled me behind him, and

Chapter 15

"What the hell’s wrong with you? Haven’t we done enough to help you?""We almost offended the Park family because of you, and instead of thanking us, you’re throwing a tantrum. Unbelievable!"Hubert was no match for the two of them. Within moments, Ryan and Sean had him pinned to the ground, unable to fight back."You pathetic scumbag! You screwed yourself over, and now you’re blaming us? I even stood up for you at their engagement party!"By the time they were done, Hubert was sprawled on the floor, battered and humiliated.That was when his phone rang.It was Jenna.Her shrill sobs came through the line. "What do I do? My account got exposed!""I told you to delete those videos!""I did! I hid everything, but someone must’ve screen-recorded them! What do I do, Hubert? The dating show’s asking me to pay a penalty. All the money I made from the account these past months will be gone. Can you send me some more?""Get lost. I’m broke. If you hadn’t filmed those useless videos, I wouldn’

All Chapters of In Her Pond: The CEO’s Obsession: Chapter 11 - Chapter 15

Chapter 11

Chapter 12

Chapter 13

Chapter 14

Chapter 15