All Chapters of Divorced At Dawn: The CEO Who Begged Too Late: Chapter 151 - Chapter 160

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The Mystery Deal

Adrian sat across from Mr. Sterling in the older man's private study, the room dim and heavy with the scent of aged leather and expensive cigars. A single lamp cast long shadows across the walls, and the silence between the two men was thick with calculation."Why did you bring me to your house?" Adrian asked, his eyes narrowing as he surveyed the opulent surroundings. Mr. Sterling swirled a glass of brandy, unbothered. "It's not advisable to be seen together in public. Not for now."Adrian raised an eyebrow. "Since when did that become a problem?""Since you decided to take my offer," Sterling replied smoothly.Adrian's lips curled into a faint, dangerous smile. "I haven't said that yet."Mr. Sterling set his glass down and leaned back in his chair, studying his guest. "Then why are you here, Adrian Cole?"That silenced the younger man for a beat. He couldn't deny it. Adrian leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees. "Before I sign anything," he said, "I want to understand t

Finally Hitched

Isla's heart slammed against her ribs, her whole body trembling as her father's furious roar echoed through the corridor. She was frozen against the wall, caught, her mind scrambling desperately for an excuse that refused to come. The shattered vase lay in glittering pieces at her feet, evidence of her presence, and she was certain that in the next moment her father would storm out and see everything written across her guilty face."I said, who's there?" Mr. Sterling bellowed again, and she heard the scrape of a chair."It's me."Isla nearly buckled with relief as her mother's serene voice drifted down the hall. Mrs. Sterling swept around the corner, elegant and unhurried, positioning herself neatly in front of her daughter, subtly shielding her from view."I knocked over that hideous vase," Mrs. Sterling continued smoothly, stepping toward the study door as though nothing at all was amiss. "You know how I've always despised it. I only came to ask whether your guest would be joinin

Closed Curtains

Melissa took her time before she responded. She looked at Colin, weighing the weight of the moment, the tentative hope flickering in his eyes."If you want to be," she finally said, her voice soft but steady.Colin's breath caught. He opened his mouth, ready to say more, to finally close the distance that had lingered between them for days…"There you two are!" Clara's voice cut through the moment like a blade. She appeared out of nowhere, seizing both of their arms. "Come on, we're doing family pictures. No dawdling! Move!"And just like that, the moment shattered. Colin and Melissa were swept into the flurry of the celebration, pulled apart by the current of the crowd. The words that had almost been spoken dissolved into the air, unfinished.Curtains closed. For now.*****The news of Noah's and Miranda's marriage spread like wildfire.Within hours, Noah's post had gone viral, shared and reshared across every platform. The headlines wrote themselves: Vale Heir Marries Miranda Jones

Sneaky Alliance

"Well, well," Isla said, sauntering closer, a playful smirk on her lips. "You look considerably less handsome today. Did someone piss in your coffee? Or did the whole world just decide to disappoint you at once?"Adrian exhaled sharply through his nose, already regretting his decision to come here. "I'm not taking you home today."Isla raised an eyebrow. "Did I ask? I'm not drunk.""Then you don't need me," Adrian said flatly, turning to head deeper into the bar."On the contrary." Isla stepped into his path, blocking him. "You're precisely the reason I'm here."Adrian stopped, his brow furrowing. "What? Why?""I've been coming to this bar every single night since our little… encounter," she admitted, her smirk softening into something more honest. "Hoping I'd run into you again. And finally, here you are."Adrian stared at her, incredulous. "What happened to never wanting to set eyes on me again? Wasn't that what you said?"“You said it first,” she exclaimed. “And you agreed,” Adria

It's a Girl

Two days had passed since Noah and Miranda received their marriage certificate, and the newlyweds had settled into a rhythm that felt almost surreal in its happiness.That afternoon, they went together to the hospital for Miranda's antenatal care.The examination room was bright and warm, more so with the tenderness and love with which Miranda was being treated. Sunlight poured through the windows as Miranda lay back on the table, her rounded belly exposed and glistening with ultrasound gel. Noah sat close beside her, his hand wrapped tightly around hers, his eyes glued to the screen with an intensity that made Miranda's heart ache with tenderness."Everything looks wonderful," the doctor said, gliding the wand across Miranda's belly. "Strong heartbeat, healthy movement. Baby is developing beautifully."Noah let out a breath he hadn't realized he'd been holding. "That's good, right? That's… everything's okay?"The doctor smiled. "Everything's perfect. And I must say I’m impressed ab

The Overheard Call

Noah moved quickly and quietly, slipping down the hallway after Mr. Jones as the older man disappeared into the corridor leading to his study. He kept his distance, ducking behind a large decorative column just outside the study door.From his pocket, he pulled out a small, sleek device, one his assistant Daniel had procured for him two days before. It was a compact audio relay, designed to pick up the acoustic vibrations of a phone conversation through nearby surfaces and transmit them to a paired earpiece. Colin had planted a tiny receiver patch beneath the edge of the study's doorframe two nights ago, half-hoping they’d get to use it. Now, with trembling fingers, Noah synced the device to the discreet earbud in his ear.For a moment, there was only static. Then Mr. Jones's voice crackled to life, low and tense."...how long has it been since anyone's had eyes on him?"A pause as the person on the other end spoke."That's not good enough," Mr. Jones continued, his voice sharp. "Ha

Moving Day is Here

Moving day arrived with a strange blend of joy and melancholy that hung over the Jones mansion like a bittersweet fog.The foyer was cluttered with suitcases and boxes, staff bustling back and forth, loading the vehicles parked in the long driveway. Miranda stood in the center of it all, one hand resting on her belly, watching the controlled chaos with a wistful smile. She was happy… genuinely happy… to be starting this new chapter of her life with Noah. But leaving the home that had sheltered her through the darkest period of her life, the family that had held her together when she was falling apart, tugged painfully at her heart.It was inevitable, though. This was simply what came next.Aunt Felicia would be going with them, of course. The older woman practically lived for Miranda, and there was no question of her staying behind. She fussed over a box of kitchenware, muttering about whether Noah's apartment had proper cooking equipment.Mrs. Jones appeared at Miranda's side and

Threath or Promise?

"Dad," Isla repeated, her voice barely audible over the frantic pounding of her heart. She knew what was coming for her. Mr. Sterling stepped fully into the study, closing the door behind him with a soft, ominous click. He set his briefcase down on a nearby chair with deliberate calm, never once taking his eyes off his daughter."I asked you a question, Isla." His voice was quiet, controlled, and all the more terrifying for it. "What exactly do you think you're doing in my study, rifling through my private documents like a common thief?"Isla clutched the folder tighter against her chest, her mind racing for an excuse, any excuse. "I… I was looking for…""For what?" Sterling took another step closer. "Go on. Tell me. What could my daughter possibly need from a locked drawer in my study?"Isla's throat went dry. She said nothing, her lips pressed together, her eyes darting toward the door behind him."I see." Sterling's expression hardened. "So you won't say. You'd rather stand ther

Tomorrow's Secret

Noah's apartment had transformed almost overnight from a stark, solitary bachelor's space into something warm and lived-in. Boxes had been unpacked, framed photos placed carefully on shelves, and the faint, comforting scent of Aunt Felicia's cooking drifted in from the kitchen.In the living room, Miranda reclined comfortably on the plush couch, her feet propped up in Noah's lap. He sat at the far end, diligently massaging her swollen ankles with a focus that suggested it was the most important task in the world. Beside them, Melissa perched on the ottoman, a tablet balanced on her knees as she scrolled through an endless catalog of baby items."Okay, what about this one?" Melissa asked, turning the screen toward Miranda. "It converts from a crib into a toddler bed later. Practical.""Ooh, I like that," Miranda said, then wiggled her toes in Noah's hands. "A little higher, please.""Yes, ma'am," Noah replied dutifully, adjusting his hands."And look at these tiny socks," Melissa lau

A Knock Outside Peace

For a long moment, neither of them moved. The single word ‘hey’ hung between them like a fragile bridge, and Colin knew that if he didn't cross it now, he might never get another chance.“I’m sorry.” That was the first thing he said. “For what?” Melissa’s voice was barely above a whisper. Colin exhaled slowly and walked over, lowering himself onto the couch beside the ottoman, close enough that their knees nearly touched."Melissa, I need to say something," he began, his voice quieter than usual, stripped of its usual easy confidence. "And I need you to let me get through it before you say anything, okay?"Melissa nodded slowly, her heart already climbing into her throat."I've been a coward," Colin said. "These past few days… the way I've treated you… it wasn't fair. After the kiss, I pulled away. I went cold. I acted like nothing happened, like you didn't happen. And I left you sitting there in the dark, wondering what you did wrong, when the truth is, you didn't do anything wron

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