CHAPTER 2As Desmond packed his few belongings, he opened his small shelf, letting everything spill onto the floor.Distress weighed on him like a heavy chain, each link forged from shattered memories. His heart clenched at the thought of leaving the only person who had once cared for him.Not long after, the doorknob turned, and a woman in her 40s appeared, it was Helena Lancaster, Tatiana’s mother.“How did it go? Did he accept?” Helena asked her daughter.“Why wouldn’t he? He has no choice.” Tatiana smirked.Desmond paused his packing and turned. Helena stepped toward him.“How’s the compensation my daughter gave you? That should be enough for your entire life.” She sneered.“Compensation? You knew about the divorce? You supported it? I never did anything wrong to her.” Desmond's voice was laced with disbelief.“Ki ki... What do you think a trash like you can do?” Helena scoffed. “You’ve been feeding under the Lancasters’ roof for years, yet you think you can do something?”“Is t

CHAPTER 4At Zenith Lux, the most prestigious business empire in Halcyon City, luxury was the standard, and power dictated influence. The towering glass structure gleamed under the city lights, a symbol of absolute financial dominance. It was the kind of place where only the wealthiest dared to step foot.As Tatiana and Alexander stepped out of the grand establishment, their presence exuded elegance and power. They had just concluded an important meeting, one that only proved Alexander’s family's dominance in the business world.At that moment, a fleet of luxury cars pulled up to the front of Zenith Lux, their engines humming smoothly, radiating wealth and status. Among them, a single car stood out—sleek, black, and commanding attention like a swan among ducks. From it stepped Desmond Ashford.Dressed in a fitted dark suit that outlined his lean yet strong frame, Desmond exuded quiet confidence. Yet, unlike the men who flaunted their wealth, his presence carried an air of myster

CHAPTER 6“Now your wings have grown.If you aren’t a liar from the pit of hell, then explain the letter! Where did you get the pendant?“It’s truly a pity that I once married you. You were never my match, it was just an unworthy mistake.”She scoffed, her voice dripping with disdain.“It only proves that you’re not just a penniless orphan but someone whose common sense is completely derailed.”“Again, Desmond, I demand compensation. If not, you’ll regret this.”Desmond, drained of his last bit of energy, barely reacted.He had no interest in her theatrics anymore. They were divorced now and that was all that mattered. And to top it off, she wasn’t even the person he had believed her to be.What else was left? He just needed to leave.“What do you want?” he asked calmly.If giving her what she wanted meant ending this drama once and for all, Desmond was ready. He had more important things to focus on—like finding the right girl.Tatiana’s eyes widened slightly at his response.She

CHAPTER 8“I can see and appreciate your effort towards getting it done, but you can keep it with you for the meantime,” Desmond said.At the hearing of this, Harrison almost panicked again. He thought Desmond was annoyed, but was only stylishly responding calmly.“Sir, I'm sorry. I'm here to do whatever you command and would not in any way stress you or intentionally do what you would not like. I'm so sorry, Sir. Nothing of such would happen again,” Arthur pleaded.“If you do not mind, I can help deliver it to the owner's doorstep in less than thirty minutes. I promise to meet up this time around, Sir,” he continued, fixing his gaze on Desmond to make sure he read all his body language, trying to understand what it meant.“It’s fine, don’t bother. It’s just not needed anymore,” Desmond said.“Be calm. You don’t have issues with me, I assure you,” Desmond added, his tone cool.“Uhm, I need to ask about something quick” “Yes, Sir,” Harrison replied, leaning closer to Desmond as thoug

CHAPTER 10Camilla walked out of the office, her steps slow and heavy, as if the weight of the world rested on her shoulders. The rejection stung, but she forced herself to keep her head high. She had tried her best, there was nothing more she could do.As she reached the elevator, her phone buzzed in her pocket. She hesitated, pulling it out. An unknown number.“Hello?” she answered, her voice low.“Miss Camilla, please return to Mr. Harrison’s office immediately,” the voice instructed.Her breath caught. Was this another rejection? Another reason to humiliate her? But she had no choice. Turning around, she retraced her steps, her heart hammering with uncertainty.Back in the office, Desmond had already instructed Harrison to accept the Fredericks as new partners.As Camilla got back to the office, she hesitated.“Mr. Harrison?” she asked, her voice guarded.“Yes. Miss Camilla, I need to review your file once again.”For a second, she didn’t understand. Then realization dawned.