All Chapters of His Brother's Wife: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

The board room was silent for a few seconds. Neither of them had expected the meeting to turn out this way. They had expected Kim to be escorted out of the building. Instead, she had walked into the room as the largest individual shareholder of Orchids Group.Rayan Jordan cleared his throat."Before we proceed any further, I believe we should establish the validity of these documents. Forty percent of the company's shares cannot simply change hands without proper authorization.""The transfer has been verified," the chairman replied.Rayan turned sharply."You have already verified it?""Of course. Ms. Hudson's ownership was confirmed before this meeting was called to order. Her name is on the updated share register, and the transfer has been recorded in accordance with the company's requirements."Lucas leaned forward."Then I want to know who transferred those shares to her.""That is not the matter before us at this moment," the chairman said. "The matter before us is the conduct o

The chairman removed the first page."L'Aura," he read. "Original formula development initiated by Kim Jordan."Denise's face went white.The chairman continued."Orchids Noir. Original formulation and scent architecture by Kim Jordan."He turned another page as he continues reading. Silence spread through the room. The chairman placed the documents on the table so the directors could examine them."These records have been held in the company's confidential development archive. They include dated entries, revision histories, laboratory approvals, and correspondence confirming Ms. Hudson's role in creating several of Orchids Group's most commercially successful fragrances."He paused."I have reviewed these records personally. They contradict the public impression that Ms. David independently created these formulas."Denise shot to her feet."That's impossible! I directed the creative department!"The chairman looked at her."Directing a department and developing a fragrance formula ar

Later that evening, after they settled into the resort's villa, Saul left Kim in the cozy living room and disappeared into the kitchen.Kim set up a small portable canvas by the windows, looking out at the calm, dark lake as she picked up her brush, gently blending strokes of warm orange and deep navy across the canvas, feeling a peaceful quiet she hadn't experienced in years. Saul knows she loves painting as a hobby, painting tools are always available in his residence A short while later, a mouthwatering aroma of seared herbs and garlic drifted through the air.Saul stepped out of the kitchen, wiping his hands on a clean white cloth. He had rolled up his shirt sleeves, looking completely relaxed and at ease. He walked over to her easel and stood quietly behind her, watching her work for a moment before speaking."Dinner is served, CEO," Saul said softly, his voice full of warmth. "Put the brush down and come over."Kim turned her head with a smile, wiping a tiny speck of paint from

"Stop harassing me, Lucas, or I will be forced to get a restraining order against you," Kim warned."Kim, please!" Lucas begged frantically. "You can't do this to me! Think about everything we shared! What about the years together? What about the aromatherapy oils you used to prepare for me every night when I was stressed? Who is going to take care of me like you did?"Kim hissed, shaking her head."You threw all of that away the moment you betrayed me," Kim said coldly. "Find someone else to make your oils, Lucas. I am done taking care of you."Without waiting for his reply, Kim turned and walked away, completely done with the conversation. She scanned the ballroom, looking for Saul and Ethan.As she approached the centre of the ballroom, Denise suddenly stepped out from behind a pillar, holding a full glass of red wine in her hand. A malicious glint flashed in Denise's eyes.Before Kim could step aside, Denise lunged forward slightly and tipped her glass, splashing the red wine righ

The next morning Kim groaned softly, holding her throbbing head as she pushed herself up on the bed. Her mouth was completely dry, and her brain felt heavy from the endless shots of tequila the night before.As her vision cleared, she froze. Saul was sitting on a wooden stool near the corner of the room, still dressed in the crumpled shirt from the night before. The dark circles under his eyes showed he hadn't slept a single second.The moment Kim opened her eyes, Saul stood up immediately, taking a step toward the bed."Kim... you're awake," Saul said desperately. "Please, just listen to me for two minutes. What you saw on the terrace with Anita, it was a complete setup. I didn't invite her, and I pushed her away the second she touched me. I swear to you, Kim, there is nothing between us …""Keep your explanation to yourself," Kim cut him off coldly. “Anita Brown is your fiancee, no need to explain yourself.”.She swung her legs over the side of the bed, ignoring the dizzying pulse o