All Chapters of Cast Out by My Wife, Welcomed by Success: Chapter 1 - Chapter 8

8 Chapters

Chapter 1

After I submitted my resignation, it got approved immediately without going through the usual layers of approval.I stood there, stunned by the lightning-fast speed.A core member was about to leave, yet not a single person in the entire team raised any objection?Jennifer smiled and said quite naturally, "Although I really want you to stay, I am the person in charge of this project, after all. So, I have to be responsible for both the project and the other team members."As I listened to her, I felt something was off.After returning home that night, I asked her, "You actually wanted to get rid of me, didn't you?"Jennifer propped up her chin and raised an eyebrow, saying, "Is that how you see me? You're my husband, so what good would it do me to kick you out? It's just the way things are. I'm also thinking about the whole project team."I found it laughable and shot back, "Then how come Maurice, an inexperienced assistant, gets to take my place? Is that what you call being res

Chapter 2

I froze on the spot.How had something that was perfectly normal between a married couple turned into "forcing" her in Jennifer's eyes?Thus, even though she was now putting on an alluring show, I only felt a bone-chilling cold and had zero interest.To her, a baby was nothing more than a bargaining chip for her own benefit.When she first begged me to invest in the project, to help her secure government subsidies, and to push her to be the project director, she had also sworn up and down that she wanted to have a baby with me.But she secretly took birth control pills. Then, she would accuse me of having fertility issues, saying I couldn't father a child.Once, by chance, I overheard her chatting with Maurice about who their future child would look like.Jennifer had said with utter certainty, "He'll look like you, of course. Why, you're the most handsome man in the world."Thinking of this, I couldn't hold back a cold, sarcastic laugh."Even if we did have a baby, I'm afraid

Chapter 3

I really wanted to ask Jennifer whose honeymoon trip this was supposed to be.However, the words died in my throat because confronting her would only make me look more pathetic.Seeing my silence, Jennifer frowned in displeasure. "Archie, are you deaf? Maurice is talking to you."Instead of answering, I silently turned and walked toward the gate for Oakport."Archie, what's gotten into you? I specifically cleared my schedule to spend time with you, and this is the attitude I get?" she shouted behind me.I stopped in my tracks. I wanted to turn back and tell her, "You didn't come here to spend time with me. You came here specifically for Maurice."But then I caught sight of the matching hoodies they were wearing under their coats.I laughed and couldn't help but say mockingly, "You two look great in the matching hoodies. It's just a shame I don't enjoy being a third wheel."My words drew stares from the surrounding passengers.Someone recognized Jennifer and pulled out their ph

Chapter 4

I chose to give Jennifer the silent treatment, but the retaliation came sooner than expected.Maurice started posting on Instagram at an alarmingly high frequency. The content was all the same—snapshots of him and Jennifer at Mount Pratt.They wore matching hoodies as they hiked through the bamboo forest. Sometimes they walked side by side, pointing and discussing plans. Other times, they leaned down together to look at blueprints.The most gut-wrenching photo was taken late at night at the campsite. The two of them were huddled under a single blanket, heads touching and beaming at the camera.Maurice's captions were even more suggestive."The most important thing about accompanying the boss on an inspection is being on the same wavelength.""Keeping the project director in a good mood is the key to moving the project forward smoothly.""Some people always know how to ruin the fun—why indulge them? From now on, I'll be the one keeping Jennifer company."A cold smirk appeared at

Chapter 5

"As for the divorce you keep bringing up." I stopped and turned back to look at Jennifer. "How can you threaten me with that when we never even got a marriage license? At most, this is just a breakup."Jennifer, this relationship of ours isn't even as good as a proper business deal. In business, even if the deal falls through, goodwill remains. But you? You don't even have the most basic respect or decency."If you had just made the slightest effort to consider my dignity on the surface, I would have given you every chance to step back gracefully. But now, let me make it clear to you—I no longer intend to accommodate you."With that, I left the dazed Jennifer behind and walked out.No sooner had I pulled the office door open than I caught Maurice lurking right there, ear pressed to the wood. The sneaky scumbag was eavesdropping.I let out a scoff. Calling him "ill-intentioned" was not the least bit unfair.Without giving him time to react, I suddenly yanked the door inward.A ye

Chapter 6

"Jennifer, you and Maurice really have quite the chemistry. I guess you've had plenty of opportunities to 'discuss business' on a deeper level."Since I had decided to burn the bridge, I didn't mind pulling down the last veil of pretense with my own hands."By the way, do you need me to help you promote those intimate photos of you two at the Mount Pratt campsite within the industry? Quite a few of my friends have already been asking if you're planning to pivot into romance-themed bed and breakfasts."Jennifer's face turned red with rage. "Archie, what nonsense are you talking about? Do you still consider me your wife?""Wife?" I let out a derisive laugh. "Why don't you ask yourself if you've ever fulfilled the duties of a wife?""...Of course I have!"Maurice quickly stepped forward, his face already twisted into that trademark look of false grievance."Archie, how can you slander Jennifer like this without any proof? She and I have a purely professional relationship. Everythin

Chapter 7

A few days later, I arranged to meet with the largest material suppliers of "Wild Cultural Tourism with Jen".In a private room at a cafe, I got straight to the point."Mr. Turner, Mr. Dawson," I said as I poured them coffee. "The reason I've invited you both here today is to discuss the payment issues with Wild Cultural Tourism with Jen."The building materials supplier, Vince Turner, was a straightforward man. He immediately complained, "Mr. Richmond, I hate to say it, but you've been behind on our payments for three months now."Ms. Hurley keeps giving us the runaround. If this goes on any longer, I won't be able to pay my workers' wages.""I understand," I said with a nod. "That's why I'm here today as a creditor to formally notify you both."According to my personal loan agreement with Jennifer, in the event the project cannot repay its debt to me on time, I have the priority right to claim all liquidable assets under the project's name."That naturally includes any future

Chapter 8

A few more days passed, and I took the initiative to go to the project site.The place was already in shambles. Work had stopped entirely, with only a handful of employees packing up their belongings.I found Jennifer in what used to be my office. She looked completely worn out. Her eyes were red and swollen, her hair disheveled. Not a trace of her former radiance remained.She looked up, her eyes hollow and filled with hatred. "What are you doing here? Did you come here to laugh at me?""I've come to take over what's mine," I said, glancing around the familiar office. "And to show you something."I held my phone out to her. On the screen was a photo of Maurice in an airport VIP lounge, timestamped from the day before. Next to him was an older woman, and their body language was intimate."Looks like your boy toy has found himself a better prospect," I said flatly. "I heard he took the last emergency fund from the project accounts and bought a plane ticket south to hook up with th

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