All Chapters of The Wife Who Walked Away Richer: Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

Elsie’s POV Two days later. “Wow.” I breathed as I stood in front of the full-length mirror and marveled at my wedding dress. The wedding dress was purely luxury, with its defined details catching the eye at only the very first glance. It was an off-the-shoulder gown made of ivory silk that clung to my curves before flaring into a dramatic wave to the floor. The bodice was encrusted with thousands of micro pearls and diamonds that shimmered like dew drops, making the dress look even more magical. It had only been forty-eight hours since Lucas released those photos, trying to brand me a nobody and a slut and even though marriage had been the last thing on my mind, I had no other option but to agree with Damien. Getting married was going to help tone down the scandal and also fetch us more business opportunities as always. I had been scared my parents weren’t going to be in support, but I was wrong. They supported happily, and for the fact that they have always wanted us togeth

Elsie’s POVAs Derek walked away, there was silence for a while as I watched his retreating figure.“What did he say to you?” Damien asked when he was out of sight.“It’s nothing,” I said, brushing the issue off.“Talk to me, Elsie,” he said calmly.I heaved a deep breath before looking at Damien.“He is Lucas’s friend and I once did so much for him while I was still with Lucas but he also took me for a fool and even encouraged Lucas to use me more. He knew of Victoria as well,” I said, trying not to dwell on the betrayal.“So what does he want now?”“Partnership,” I replied. “He is probably facing another setback at work and needs my help one more time. But I am done being used by people like him.”“Good,” Damien said, proud of my decision. “Let me know if he bothers you ever again and I’ll put him in his place,” he said coldly.After that, my parents came to congratulate us as well and then, I paused when Damien told me I was moving in with him immediately after the wedding.Stunned

Elsie’s POVThe next day, we had a lot of things to do.First, I had to take a business call even if I wasn’t present at work. It just couldn’t wait. We talked on Zoom for over two hours, while Damien equally got busy as well.When I was done, it was time to get ready for the interview that he had told me about. While I sat by the mirror and did my makeup, Damien began to lecture me on the things I needed to know and say.“You’re going to debunk the rumors,” he said as he sat on the edge of the bed and looked at me. “Accepting that you’re indeed the one is going to do more harm than good.” he said.“What if no one believes?” I asked, feeling nervous.“They will and besides, they have no other option.” he said. “You already admitted to some of them being edited and with the rate at which technology is expanding, anything is possible.” he explained and I nodded.“So, I am going to tell them they’re all edited?”“Yes, that’s exactly what you’re going to say.” he said. “After analyzing th

Elsie’s POV“The press,” Damien said, and I felt the blood drain from my face as he lowered his phone.My hands trembled as I wondered if Lucas had released more photos of me yet again.“Damien, I can’t go out there,” I whispered, my voice sounding small as all my muscles became tense again. The interview days ago was hard enough and even then, I was informed beforehand. I didn’t want to face a more brutal crowd that threw all sorts of questions at people without thinking.Damien stood up and walked around the table to my side. He didn't look panicked or troubled; he looked totally collected like the media didn’t faze him. He probably has a lot of experience dealing with them but me? Never in history.“Listen to me, Elsie. We have already done the most crucial part of settling this scandal. They’re probably here because someone tipped them off and I should have thought about that possibility before bringing you out here. I am sorry but you have nothing to be ashamed of and I am not go

Elsie’s POV“Wow.” I breathed as I smoothed the mesmerizing emerald green dress I was wearing, which Damien had gotten for me.It had been three days since I had that terrible nightmare and we kissed and since then, things had been a little awkward because I broke the kiss and hid in the bathroom for more than 30 minutes with my heart racing like I just ran a marathon.Concerned, Damien tried to help but I insisted on staying there for a while by myself and when I finally made my way out, I didn’t meet his eyes and only answered his questions with my head bowed. It got so bad he had to ask if I wanted him to stay over at another room just so I could feel more at ease but of course, I wouldn’t let him do that.We all acted like all was fine by morning but the air between us was tension-filled.Just this morning, while he left for the office for an urgent matter, he sent a package to me asking me to dress well because we had an event to attend. I didn’t bother to open the box. I just pu