Lahat ng Kabanata ng Once you let me go : Kabanata 1 - Kabanata 10

Soft laughter and clinking glasses filled the private dining room. Golden lights glowed over the long table, where guests chatted and raised their glasses in honor of Ethan Hale’s birthday. Mira sat beside him, her fingers nervously tracing the rim of her wine glass. She smiled when people looked her way, but her heart felt heavy. Chloe, Ethan’s secretary, sat across from them, her red dress gleaming under the lights. She was talking animatedly with Ethan’s friends—and laughing too loudly. Every now and then, Ethan leaned close to whisper something to her, and Chloe’s hand brushed his arm like it was an accident. Mira tried to ignore it. After a while, she quietly pushed her chair back. “I’ll be right back,” she said, her voice soft. “Sure, sweetheart,” Ethan replied without looking at her, his eyes still on Chloe. Mira stood and made her way toward the restroom. Inside, she let out a quiet sigh of relief. She stared at her reflection in the mirror. Her dark hair fell neatly over

Before Ethan could say another word, Mira slowly stood up from the bed. Her eyes were red, her face streaked with tears, but her gaze was steady. Everyone in the room froze. Ethan took a step toward her, his voice still sharp. “Mira—” Before he could finish, Mira raised her hand and slapped him hard across the face. The sound echoed through the hospital room. Everyone went silent. Even Chloe, who was still pretending to be weak, looked up in shock. Mira’s hand trembled, but her voice was firm. “You don’t get to hit me anymore, Ethan. Not after everything you’ve done to me.” Ethan blinked, speechless. His friends exchanged uneasy looks, unsure what to say. Mira’s voice broke as she continued, “For years, I stayed by your side. I endured your insults, your coldness, your lies. I thought maybe one day you’d see me. Maybe one day, you’d love me back.” Tears streamed down her cheeks, but she didn’t stop. “Do you know how it feels to wake up every morning hoping for a smile, but get

The next morning dawned bright and golden, sunlight spilling across the city like a promise. For most people, it was an ordinary day. But for Chloe, it was her birthday—and she had been planning her grand party for weeks. By noon, the Hale mansion was already buzzing with activity. Event planners moved about, arranging flower vases and decorations while chefs hurried in and out of the kitchen. The air smelled of roses, champagne, and anticipation. Upstairs in her room, Chloe stood in front of the mirror, admiring herself in a sleek silver gown that shimmered under the soft light. Her hair was styled in perfect curls, her makeup flawless. She smiled at her reflection, satisfied. Everything had to be perfect. Tonight would be another chance to show off—to remind everyone that she was Ethan Hale’s woman. She picked up her phone and glanced at the time. Ethan hadn’t come to her room since morning. He had been distant lately, distracted. She had noticed it, but she wasn’t worried. In he

The party was already in full swing by the time Ethan stepped downstairs. The lights shimmered gold across the wide living room, laughter filled the air, and the sound of music pulsed softly from hidden speakers. Everyone was dressed to impress—Nathan, Julian, and the rest of Ethan’s friends were gathered near the bar, chatting and sipping champagne. But when Ethan appeared, silence fell for a moment. All eyes turned toward him. “Finally, the man of the house shows up,” Nathan teased, raising his glass. “We thought you weren’t coming, man.” Chloe, who stood beside Ethan in a glittering red dress, smiled proudly. “He wouldn’t miss my party for the world.” Her tone was sweet but possessive, and Ethan forced a polite smile in return. “Yeah… wouldn’t miss it.” He could feel the sting in his chest—the echo of Mira’s name still burning in his mind. But he hid it behind a calm expression as he walked deeper into the room. Nathan looked around, noticing someone’s absence. “Hey, where’s

After the documents were signed and the lawyer left, the mansion buzzed with quiet excitement. Mira sat beside her father, still holding the pen that had officially made her the new CEO of Harrington Corporation. Her mother couldn’t stop smiling, and even the maids seemed lighter seeing their young mistress take charge again.Her father looked at her proudly. “You’ve grown into such a strong woman, Mira. Your mother and I couldn’t be prouder.”Mira smiled softly. “Thank you, Dad. I won’t disappoint you.”She leaned back on the couch, feeling a strange mix of pride and peace. It had been a long time since she felt this kind of control over her life. No more being overshadowed, no more being made to feel small. Ethan Hale had taken enough of her dignity, and today, she reclaimed it all.Lyra came down the stairs in her usual cheerful mood. “Sissy, you look so happy today,” she teased. “What’s going on?”Mira turned to her sister and smiled. “I just signed something important. But come o