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Chapter 31

The doctor unraveled the last layer of gauze from Jake’s head. After months of smelling nothing but antiseptic and hospital food, the air finally felt cool against his skin.“All done,” the doctor said. Jake’s lips quirked into a faint, tight smile. “Please, Jake—no more fights. That concussion was severe. Your body can’t take much more of this.”Jake gave a stiff nod, but his eyes were fixed on the floor. His jaw tightened as he thought of Anthony’s men. Every time his bruises faded, they found him again. This time, they had nearly finished the job. He reached down and hiked up his hospital shorts, tracing the jagged, puckered skin of the bullet scar on his thigh.He knew Anna couldn’t have pulled the trigger—she didn't have the stomach for it—but the anger still burned.The hospital doors hissed open, and Jake squinted, shielding his eyes against the sudden glare of the afternoon sun.“Hey, soldier.”Jake turned to find Emmett leaning against a car. A real smile finally broke throug

Chapter 32

Jake stood outside the door, the plastic wrap of the bouquet crinkling in his grip. He’d spun a quick lie to the nurses about being Anna’s husband, and they’d waved him through without a second thought. A slow smirk pulled at his lips as he pushed the door open.Inside, Anna’s mother sat propped up against the stiff white pillows. Her eyes locked onto his, widening in an instant. A genuine, bright smile broke across her face."Jake!" she cried out, her voice trembling with excitement. "Is it really you?""How are you, Mom?" Jake asked. He moved toward the bed, a practiced smile playing on his lips as he extended the flowers. "These are for you."She took the bouquet, but her smile shifted into a playful pout. "Why haven't you visited for so long? You moved me to this new hospital, and I haven't even had the chance to thank you properly.""I'm sorry," Jake said, his voice smooth. "I’ve been so busy. Didn’t Anna tell you?" He watched her closely, waiting to see if Anna had let anything

Chapter 43

Anthony’s pen beat a frantic rhythm against the table. He leaned back, his eyes darting toward the door as he anxiously waited for Anna to enter his office. He hadn’t seen her at her workstation earlier, so he had told Bella to send the morning reports to Anna instead. A sharp knock sounded on the door, and a wide smile instantly broke across his face.“Come in,” he called out.As the door swung open, the smile immediately vanished. Becky stood there instead.“Sir, I was told to bring this to you,” she said. Anthony stared at her, his brow furrowed.“Why isn’t Anna here?” he asked, his voice tightening.“Oh, she didn’t come to work today,” Becky replied. Anthony’s eyes widened, and he felt a jolt of shock.“What do you mean she didn’t come to work?” He shoved his chair back and stood up abruptly.“Anna isn’t exactly a person who is ever serious with work,” Becky said, a shrug in her voice. “I mean, you gave her an opportunity and you wouldn’t expect her to slack and—”“Shut up.” He sn

Chapter 34

“Wa...wait... wh... what?” Jake stuttered, his face twisting. “What is yours?” Anthony’s eyes turned pitch-black as he loomed over him, casting a long shadow.“You heard me loud and clear. Don’t you dare get close to what belongs to me,” Anthony growled. Jake scoffed and stumbled back a step, wiping blood from his mouth.“This has to be some joke,” Jake said with a dry, hollow laugh. “My wife can’t belong to you.” He shook his head, looking at the floor as if trying to convince himself. “You are mistaken, Sir Anthony. Anna is my wife,” he said, raising his voice so it rang out clearly.“She isn’t your wife. She belongs to me.” The raw possession in Anthony’s voice made Jake flinch. Anthony’s gaze then shifted sharply to Anna.“What the fuck is he saying, Anna?” Jake’s voice broke. “He is the man? The one you’ve been having an affair with?” He stared at her, his face pale as if he couldn't believe the words coming out of his own mouth. Anna’s face remained like stone. She walked over t

Chapter 35

"I am sorry I am late," Anthony said, sliding into his chair. Opposite him, Mr. Jeffery didn't look up; he simply deepened the scowl etched into his face."I have been sitting here for over thirty minutes," Mr. Jeffery muttered, his voice dropping to a low, sharp edge. "You have never shown up to a meeting late in your life. Why now?"Anthony offered a faint, practiced smile. He couldn't exactly tell his father he’d been tangled in the sheets with his girlfriend, or that he would have skipped the meeting entirely if she hadn't pushed him out the door."My car broke down. And you know me—I’m not exactly the type to hail a public cab," Anthony lied. His father’s eyes searched his for a second before he gave a dismissive wave of his hand.The waiters arrived shortly after with plates of steaming food. Mr. Jeffery had already ordered for both of them. Anthony looked down at the seasoned fish on his plate—a dish he never touched—and forced another smile, keeping his mouth shut."When are y

Chapter 36

Anthony’s knuckles turned white as he clenched his fists, his eyes burning with fury as he stared at her.“What are you doing here? Who invited you?” Mr. Jeffery’s voice boomed, his face reddening with every word.“I did,” Lola said. She didn't flinch as her father’s angry gaze snapped toward her. “She’s back in the country, so why shouldn't she be here?” Lola walked toward Elena and pulled her into a brief hug. “It’s good to see you again, sister-in-law.”A sharp smirk played on Elena’s lips. “It’s good to be back.”Anthony let out a harsh scoff. He felt like he was seconds away from losing his mind.“Are you insane, Lola?” Mr. Jeffery’s chest heaved. “After everything she did, you still have the nerve to bring her back into this house?”“I didn’t do anything wrong, Father,” Lola replied coolly, glancing at Anthony with a smirk of her own. “You said we could bring a friend. It just so happens my friend used to be Anthony’s wife.”Elena’s eyes glimmered with mischief. “It’s sad to rec

Chapter 37

Anna’s vision blurred as she brushed a thumb against her mother’s pale cheek. Her chest felt light for the first time in months; the surgery was over, and the "Success" sign had finally flashed."Thank you for staying," Anna whispered. Her mother’s eyes remained closed, but her lips curled into a faint, shaky smile."The patient needs to sleep now," the doctor said softly. Anna nodded, lingering for one last look at her mother's steady breathing before stepping out into the hallway."I'm so glad the surgery went well," Jake said, leaning against the wall. The warmth in Anna’s expression vanished instantly. Her jaw tightened."I’m glad too," she snapped, her voice cold. "Once she’s back on her feet, I can stop pretending this life is normal."Jake straightened up, his brow furrowing. "Pretending? You mean pretending we aren’t married?""I am not doing this with you," Anna said, turning to walk away. "You aren't worth the breath."Jake grabbed her arm, jerking her back to face him."Ar

Chapter 38

Anna’s skin felt itchy. Her eyes darted toward the exit as she shifted from one foot to the other. She needed to leave—now.“Naomi, I think we should—”“Oh my God, isn't she beautiful?” Naomi interrupted, leaning in. “Her skin is perfect.”Anna didn’t answer. Her stomach twisted into a tight knot, and a wave of heat rushed to her face.“Naomi, I can’t be in here anymore,” Anna said, her voice rising above the chatter of the crowd.Naomi finally turned, her brow furrowed. “Why? What’s the matter?”Anna’s throat felt dry. She couldn't just say it: I’m at a party for my boyfriend’s ex-wife. Instead, she forced her lips into a grin, but her eyes remained cold and panicked. “I just don’t feel well,” she whispered.Naomi opened her mouth to respond, but a sudden voice cut through the air.“Thank you all for coming to celebrate me!” Elena stood in the center of the room, glowing. “It feels so good to be back and better.”The room erupted in applause. Naomi clapped along, her previous concern

Chapter 39

Elena leaned back, her eyes tracking every move of Anthony’s pen. A faint, admiring smile tugged at her lips as he scrolled his signature across the final page.“Here you go,” Anthony said, sliding the stack toward Luca. “We’re moving forward with the project.”Luca gathered the papers and grinned. “This is why I love working with you, Anthony. You make it look easy.” Anthony’s lips curved into a small, polite smile. “We’ll get going now,” Luca added, pushing back his chair.Elena stayed planted in her seat. She and Luca weren't just business partners; they had grown up together, sharing decades of history. Luca glanced down at her, confused. “Aren’t you coming?”“I’ll meet you outside. Give me a second,” she replied. Luca’s expression shifted—he knew that look. He gave a sharp nod and walked out, the door clicking shut behind him.Anthony didn't look up. He pulled his laptop closer and began to type, his eyes locked on the screen as if Elena had vanished from the room.“Are you reall

Chapter 40

“Why Anna, tell me why,” her mom says, her voice sharp and her jaw tight. “You have such a perfect family. Why do you have to ruin it with your infidelity?” she added, narrowing her eyes as she spoke. Anna is still a little frozen, her mouth parted ways, unable to say anything.“Mom..” she finally spoke as tears rolled down her eyes. “I… why.. did you slap me?” she says as she choked on her breath. This is the first time her mother has ever laid her hands on her. She has been mischievous in the past, but never for once has her mother ever raised her hands on her.“You are asking why I slapped you?” her mother says, curling her lip in a sneer. “Anna, you are cheating on your husband,” she says, snapping the words out. Just then, Jake entered the room. His face is sad, his shoulders slumped and his head hanging low—a show to put on for his mother-in-law. Anna scoffed.“Is that what he told you?” she says, swallowing hard to keep from crying. “He told you I cheated on him in our marriage

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