2025-07-26 19:22:20
Previous Chapter
Latest Chapter
Chapter 14: The Missing Lawyer
“Hey, I was just about to call you,” Jordan said with a soft smile as he picked up Jenna’s call. He was already packing up his desk, the files neatly stacked in a leather folder.The clock on the wall read 2:47 p.m. He’d been counting down to closing time because there was a place he needed to visit before going home.“I miss you,” Jenna said, her voice warm. “I just wanted to hear your voice. And… if you’re not too tired, maybe we could have dinner at my place tonight?”Jordan chuckled lightly. “You don’t even need to ask. I’ll be there.”“Good,” Jenna replied sweetly. “So you said you were about to call me. What was it?”Jordan leaned against his desk, letting out a long breath. “You won’t believe who walked into my conference room today, looking for a contract presentation.”“Who?” Jenna asked with curiosity.“Zoe,” he said calmly. “Zoe Bennett.”There was a pause on the line. “Your ex-wife?”Jordan nodded as if she could see him. “The same. She came to iNet Group today to pitch a
Chapter 13: Brewing Storm
Zoe’s grip tightened on the steering wheel as she sped through the expressway, her face stiff with fury and humiliation. Doris sat quietly beside her, glancing nervously from time to time.She had seen her boss upset before, but not like this. Her heels tapped softly on the car mat, unsure if she should say something.“Ma, maybe you should go home first,” Doris said carefully. “Just rest small… then tomorrow—”“Doris,” Zoe snapped without looking. “Don’t cross your boundary.”Doris quickly reclined into her seat and kept her mouth shut. She didn’t need a second warning.The rest of the ride was tense and quiet. Doris didn’t know the full details of what happened inside that conference room at iNet Group, but one thing was clear—the presentation had failed, and her boss was in no mood for consolation.When they arrived at Bennett Industries, Zoe stepped out briskly, ignoring the greetings of staff as she stormed through the glass doors. She didn’t wait for Doris to catch up. Her eyes w
Chapter 12: Her Breaking Point
The conference room of iNet Group towered with silent elegance, its wide glass walls framing the skyline like a painting. Three top board members sat at the long black table, waiting patiently but critically.Their presence filled the room with the kind of tension only powerful men could command.First was Mr. Raymond Eze, head of Finance, known for restructuring two crumbling banks into profitable ventures within a decade. Beside him was Mrs. Theresa Omodara, CEO of Terranet Media Holdings, and one of the most sought-after strategic investors in the country.Then at the far end sat Mr. Godwin Holland, the project manager in charge of new venture partnerships—sharp, stern, and with little tolerance for mediocrity.Zoe stood before them, her legs rooted to the polished floor, her hands gripping her tablet and a neatly organized file. She wore a deep blue corporate gown, with her hair perfectly pinned up. By the door stood her personal assistant, Doris Okeke, who gave her an encouraging
Chapter 11: Shattered Reflections
Zoe stormed into the living room, her heels echoing sharply against the tiles. Her heart was pounding, her hands trembling slightly, but her face burned with a strange mix of fear and rage.The ride back had been quiet, but her mind hadn’t stopped racing. Not for a second.The door slammed behind her as she flung her bag to the floor and collapsed on the couch, her eyes fixed on the wall, motionless.Esther, seated on the dining stool with a half-empty glass of wine, turned sharply. “Zoe? What’s going on? Why are you back so soon?”No answer.“Zoe?”Still nothing.Esther got up, walked over, and tapped her gently on the shoulder. “Talk to me, what happened? Did you see the president? Was the contract signed?”Zoe blinked slowly, her lips parted but no words came. Her throat was dry, her thoughts scattered. Then, in a whisper, she finally muttered, “It was Jordan…”Esther frowned. “What?”Zoe turned to face her mother, her voice shaky. “It was Jordan, mum. The President of Jefferson Gr
Chapter 10: The Door She Shouldn't Have Opened
"Yes, I’m about leaving the house now. Will be there shortly," Zoe Bennett said into her phone as she adjusted her heels and glanced at the mirror one last time. Her expression was calm, but her heart wasn't.Today was the day.The day her name would be stamped on a contract that could change everything for her and for Bennett Industries.It had been a full week since that horrible night at Roar Hub.A week since she’d watched the man she once called husband walk past her like she was just one more shadow in a world he no longer belonged to. Jordan Jefferson. Or as the elites now addressed him—Lord Jefferson.The shame still burned quietly beneath her skin, but she pushed it aside. Today had nothing to do with Jordan.Today was her moment.In the living room, Esther sat gracefully on the couch, a glass of red wine in hand as she watched her daughter descend the staircase. A smile slowly spread across her face.“My baby girl, you look absolutely breathtaking,” Esther said, swirling the
Chapter 9: A Name They Never Knew
“Let her come out! Let that bitch come out if she thinks she’s bold! I will show her that not everybody in this city is afraid of her name!” Zoe raged outside the glowing doors of Roar Hub.Her breath came in fast, angry puffs, her hands flailing as she paced before Esther, who was visibly uncomfortable.The humiliation of not hearing Bennett Industries among the ten winning companies still stung her pride like pepper in a fresh wound.People around began to turn their heads, some whispering, others simply watching the drama unfold with subtle smirks.“You saw what she did to me in there!” Zoe continued, not even blinking. “You heard her! That bitch just stood on that stage and removed my name like I’m nothing!”Esther tried to calm her daughter, “Zoe, not here. Let’s at least—”“No, mum! Not here? Then where? She just cost us a contract worth billions and made me look like a fool!”But mid-rant, Zoe’s voice faltered. Her eyes caught a sight that froze her lips and stiffened her neck.
You may also like
The Heir of the Family
Rytir87.6K viewsThe Midnight Heir
South Ashan97.6K viewsThe Useless Son In Law
Blue white87.9K viewsReturn of the Powerful Young Master
AFM3187.0K viewsFrom Zero To Trillions
Eshawrite284 viewsBILLIONAIRE MINOR
E-Neutron 568 viewsFrom Illegitimate To A Zillionaire Heir
R. AUSTINNITE60.6K viewsTriumph Of The Belittled Son-in-law
Godwin2.0K views