All Chapters of Big Win, Bitter Truth: I Was Her Practice Partner: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

10 Chapters

Chapter 1

I had drunk way too much with Charlotte Ward, CEO of Ward Group, during our company's retreat last month. The next morning, I woke up to find us both naked in the same bed. I was about to address the catastrophe when Charlotte—before I could say a single word—silenced me with a kiss and dragged me into round two.For the past month, Charlotte had been glued to my side. Whenever she had a moment to spare, she would drag me to the bedroom. I hadn't slept properly for days because I was working hard preparing my team for the Black Friday Sales, but the moment I walked through the door last night, I still needed to meet her needs.I had believed that physical attraction was more reliable than emotional attachment, and I had assumed that we were already in a relationship without needing to say it aloud. But when I woke up, I learned that I was nothing more than a warm body to her.Charlotte was getting dressed while stating coldly, "Never contact me again, Robert. You and I live in

Chapter 2

I felt my rage blazing from within as the thought sank in. "I'm asking you one last time, Charlotte. Are you sure you want to end this?" Charlotte nodded without the slightest hesitation. "Yes! You and I are done from this moment onward! I have already paid you, so get out!"Upon hearing Charlotte mention the payment again, the confusion I had momentarily dismissed came rushing back. "What payment?"Charlotte let out a contemptuous laugh. "Drop the act. I had the finance department back wire you 99 dollars every time I slept with you, Robert."It was only then that I understood the truth behind the mysterious 99-dollar deposits. I had foolishly assumed they were minor expense reimbursements, not the price of my "services."I let out a weary sigh, acknowledging that it was genuinely hard to find someone suitable for that kind of intimacy. After a moment, I said, "I'm going to ask you just one question, Charlotte."I shifted my tone, my face set in a serious expression as I gazed

Chapter 3

Charlotte's emotions flared as she concluded, "Listen up, Robert! You were nothing more than a lapdog I kept at my side. You don't have the standing to negotiate anything!"I maintained my composure. After all, I still held a flicker of affection for Charlotte, which was why I had catered to her every whim back then. "You'd better listen up as well, Charlotte. You're still my partner for now, regardless of whatever arrangement you've made with Steven. The deal in Barovia was the result of a single phone call I made—""Enough!" Charlotte cut me off, her eyes brimming with contempt. "How could you have closed the deal, Robert? I always thought you were trustworthy, but now you're even lying through your teeth! "Mr. Zimmerman was the one who returned with the deal signed, sealed, and delivered. What have you contributed to this company besides warming my bed, Robert?"I found myself unable to communicate with her; I had to pause for several deep breaths just to steady myself. "I al

Chapter 4

Calvin roared with laughter, the sound resonating throughout the office.I slightly cleared my throat in embarrassment. "Let's put that romance talk aside for now. I need you to verify something important for me. I'm going to put you on speaker. I'll ask the question, and all you have to do is answer it. Is that clear with you, Calvin?""Got it, Rob!" Calvin replied.I jumped straight in. "Did you agree to cooperate with Ward Group because I called you last time?"Calvin replied without hesitation, "Of course! I was truly taken aback, since you're not someone who deals in personal favors. But then, it all made perfect sense when you told me that it was your girlfriend's company. I never knew you were such a sap when you're in love, Rob."I was truly speechless at Calvin's jovial manner. I remained focused and continued with my questions. "It's not the time to be messing around now. Have you ever met Steven Zimmerman, an assistant from Ward Group, Calvin?"Calvin paused for a mome

Chapter 5

Steven shot me a smug look after ending the call. "Did you hear that, Robert? Let's see you try to talk your way out of this."I smirked, keeping my expression calm. "Do you really think he came all the way here just to sign the contract, Steven?"Steven burst into laughter, treating my comment as the height of comedy. "Isn't that obvious? Did you really think Mr. Baker travelled all the way to Caldoria to meet up with you instead of signing the contract, Robert?"I let out a short laugh. "You got that right! He did, in fact, come here for me."I then shifted my tone, my gaze turning sharp while saying, "Mr. Baker is also here to settle a grudge. You see, before you showed up, Charlotte actually hung up on him after insulting him. I've heard that Mr. Baker is quite vindictive, Steven."Charlotte interjected before Steven could speak. "Drop the act, Robert! I overlooked you using an actor to trick me earlier, but now the real Mr. Baker is coming! If he finds out you hired someone t

Chapter 6

Steven snorted, "What makes you think you'll win the bet, Robert? Do you honestly believe Mr. Baker will take orders from you?"I gave him a faint smile. "You've tried my patience one too many times, Steven. Do you honestly think I'm bluffing? You'll soon see who's the winner and who's the loser!"Steven, far from backing down, became even more aggressive. "Did I give you permission to talk to me like that, you useless bastard? How dare a worthless nobody like you challenge me! You're guaranteed to lose today, Robert!"It wasn't long before luxury cars began pulling up outside the company building. All the cars had highly exclusive, rare license plates, signaling ownership worth tens of millions of dollars.The employees around me scrambled to take pictures. It was their first time seeing such a spectacle.Even Charlotte, the CEO of Ward Group, humbled herself. She hurried to the entrance to greet the visitor personally, highlighting how important the contract is to Ward Group.I

Chapter 7

Calvin stuck out his chest with pride. "Of course! I'll definitely give it my all since you trusted me with this, Rob! You know, I would've already made a move if you hadn't held me back."A thought struck him. He grabbed my arm and asked, "Where's that woman who insulted us earlier, Rob? I still need to teach her a lesson!"That short exchange shocked not only Charlotte but also the surrounding employees. Steven, who was the closest to us, stared at me in disbelief, his mouth gaping. "Y-You're actually acquainted with Mr. Baker, Robert!"I nodded, smiling. "That's right. I forgot to mention that I grew up in Barovia. The man you're reverently addressing as Mr. Baker is just like a brother to me."In that instant, every Ward Group employee suddenly broke out in a cold sweat. They couldn't believe what they were hearing.Steven knelt on the floor. "I'm so sorry, Mr. Foster! I messed up. I failed to see who you were! I'm begging you; please let me off the hook! "If I'd known you w

Chapter 8

Everyone would make mistakes, and no one was perfect. I only hoped that this incident would serve as a powerful enough deterrent to force those newcomers to clean up their act.Calvin leaned close to my ear and whispered, "That loser was a total waste of time, Rob. Where's that woman on the phone from earlier? Who is the one who broke up with you and humiliated you publicly? She actually dared to insult me as well!"I shot Charlotte a sidelong glance and jerked my chin in her direction. "That woman who insulted us earlier is right over there—Charlotte Ward, CEO of Ward Group."Calvin immediately slapped Charlotte before I could even get another word in. "I don't usually lay a hand on women, but I'll make an exception since insulting Rob is a line you don't get to cross!"That slap landed with a clear, resounding crack. The sound bounced off the walls of the office.I watched Calvin shake the sting from his hand, his eyes now gleaming maliciously.Calvin let out a contemptuous lau

Chapter 9

I turned, my eyes locking onto Charlotte with searing intensity. "You lacked the capacity for even the simplest concepts of respect and genuine honesty, Charlotte."Charlotte was deathly pale, swaying unsteadily on her feet. She finally grasped that she had not only cast aside a man who adored and obeyed her every command but had personally rejected the powerful patronage that could have launched the Ward family into the upper echelons of global wealth."I've made a mistake, Robert! I swear I know I'm in the wrong now!" Charlotte lunged forward, desperately reaching for my arm. But before she could make contact, she was swiftly restrained by Calvin's bodyguards. "I was completely out of my mind back then! Steven manipulated me! I swear I truly love you, and the feelings I had for you this past month were genuine!"I felt as if I had heard the joke of the century. "You say you love me, huh? Is love demanding intimacy from an exhausted man? Is love speaking sweetly while calculating

Chapter 10

Natalie never once pried into my family background. She valued my insights, agreed with my fundamental principles, and her love was directed entirely at my authentic self.I was driving her back to her place that evening. I glanced at her profile—so calm, so serene—and I knew it was time for me to tell the truth. "I have something I need to tell you, Natalie. I—"Natalie cut me off. Her smile was warm, her eyes holding a gentle, knowing twinkle. "You were going to tell me you're Robert Foster from the well-known Foster family, right? I figured that out a long time ago, Robert."I was stunned.Natalie continued with a smile, "I thought you looked familiar the first time we met, and I later realized that I had seen your photos in a financial magazine. "But I thought that it wasn't that important, as what truly matters is the immense comfort and security I find in your presence. I feel for you, Robert, not your status."I let out a genuine, relieved laugh, feeling the final shred

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