Rebirth Of The Almighty Sovereign.

Chapter 9.

Emma slammed the front door behind her so hard that the entire house seemed to shake. She dropped onto the sofa and covered her face with both hands.

“Mom, Jasper has completely lost his mind. He broke up with me, then he slapped me!”

Victoria’s eyes widened. “He slapped you?”

“Yes!” Emma snapped. She quickly told her everything that had happened at the restaurant, including how Jasper had refused to pay Ryan’s $200,000 debt.

Victoria’s jaw dropped. “That useless man actually did that?”

“He wasn’t acting like himself,” Emma said, tears running down her face. “I don't know what happened to him.”

Victoria hurried over and pulled her into a hug. “Forget him. That man was never worthy of you. He's poor, he has no connections, and he has nothing to offer this family.”

Then her expression changed.

“Actually, this may be the best thing that could have happened.”

Emma looked up at her as her mom was grinning ear to ear.

“You are finally free to be with Harrington.”

Emma's expression immediately changed. “Harrington?Mom, you know I don't like him like that.”

Victoria's smile disappeared. “Why not?”

“He isn't my type. Jasper is more handsome, and he's better built. Besides, I've always suspected Harrington is a playboy. That's why I never completely broke things off with Jasper to be with him.”

Victoria stared at her in disbelief.

“You're still comparing Jasper to Harrington?. Looks?” Victoria scoffed. “You think looks are going to pay your bills?”

“Mom…”

“What exactly did Jasper have?” Victoria demanded. “No prestigious family. No powerful connections. No wealthy parents. He made a little money and suddenly thought he was important.”

She shook her head. “And after all those years, he repaid you by humiliating you in a restaurant and slapping you.”

Emma lowered her eyes.

“Harrington is different,” Victoria continued. “He has money, connections, and a family name. He can give you the life you deserve.”

“But, You know how rude he is, and he is clearly a player, he___”

“No buts.” Victoria cut her off. “Your brother needs $200,000. Who is going to pay it? Jasper? and all that doesn't matter. He loves you, if you accept him, he will drop all that behavior”

“Call Harrington. Ask him for the money. You'll see how different a real wealthy man is.”

Emma hesitated.

Victoria's voice hardened. “Your brother's future is on the line. So is this family's reputation. Don't let your feelings for Jasper destroy everyone.”

Emma finally looked down at her phone. She had no choice.

---

She called Harrington and asked to meet.

They met at an expensive hotel that evening. After Emma explained everything about Ryan's debt, she nervously asked if Harrington could help.

The moment she finished, Harrington leaned back and smirked.

“That's it?, just $200,000", Harrington gave a small laugh. “Emma, don't look so worried. That's nothing.”

Her eyes widened. “You'll give it to me?”

“Of course.” He casually picked up his drink. “It's two hundred thousand, Why would I care? it won't affect one time”

Emma smiled in relief. “Really?”

“But…”

Her smile faded. Harrington leaned closer, his confidence never wavering.

“Nothing in this world is free.” His hand slid onto her thigh as he made it up.

Emma immediately stiffened and reached down to stop him. Harrington didn't pull away.

“You need the money,” he said calmly. “I want you. Seems fair to me.”

Emma swallowed. “I thought you liked me.”

Harrington smiled. “Come on, Emma. Don't act surprised. You came to me because you needed something. I'm simply asking for something in return. take of your clothes right now and let get on with it”

When Emma didn't act, this made Harrington angry, and started yanking her clothes away, aggressively.

"what are you....", Emma wanted to fight back, but not match of his strength, as he ripped the upper dress, she carried her, and took her to the bedroom.

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The next morning, Emma woke with her entire body aching. She barely managed to stand properly.

She had endured Harrington's aggressive advances throughout the night, and now she sat on the edge of the bed with an ice pack between her thighs.

She felt insulted, embarrassed, and used.

But then she remembered the $200,000.

Harrington had given it to her without even blinking.

Jasper, on the other hand, wouldn't even give her a fraction of that. Emma clenched her jaw.

Maybe this was the life she had always wanted.

If she had to sacrifice herself for wealth and luxury, then so be it.

And when she saw Jasper again, she would make sure he regretted ever humiliating her.

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That evening, Emma walked into WaterFall Restaurant beside Harrington, wearing an elegant evening gown he had bought for her.

The moment they entered, a waiter hurried forward with a welcoming smile and led them toward a reserved table.

Emma looked around in amazement.

Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling. The decorations were expensive, the service was impeccable, and everything about the restaurant made it obvious that ordinary people couldn't simply walk in and dine here.

Her heart fluttered. This was the kind of life she had always wanted.

Before, she could never afford a place like this.

Then, as they walked farther inside, she suddenly stopped.

Her eyes locked onto a familiar figure sitting near the window. “Jasper?”

She stared at him in disbelief. It really was Jasper.

But he looked completely different from the man she had known. He was dressed far better than she had ever seen him, sitting comfortably as though the expensive restaurant belonged to him.

Then she noticed the woman sitting beside him. Emma froze. The woman was stunning—elegant, confident, and breathtakingly beautiful. Even from across the restaurant, Emma could tell she wasn't ordinary.

"Jasper!. what are you doing here!. and who is this lady!".