Chapter 27 Ashley endorsed Fetta’s wedding ring and needed to choose the right wedding dress to make a promotional video. He was merely dropping Ashley off there. As for why the media publicized it, it must be the company’s tactic to increase Ashley’s popularity. Henry himself knew that such publicity would definitely cause a misunderstanding for Josic. But he had already explained the in and out to her. As long as Josie trusted him, it shouldn’t be an issue. Henry rubbed his eyebrows irritably. He looked up at Josie’s rental apartment, turned around, and left. He must have gone insane. Meanwhile, Josie was hiding behind the curtains at home and was relieved to see Henry leave. Buzz! The phone was vibrating. Josie picked it up and looked at it. It was a message from Samuel. It read, [Princess Josie, you owe me two meals. I’d better pick you up in the moming. Samuel] “When did he get my phone number?” Josie wondered. Josie sat exhausted at the head of the bed while holding the divorce certificate. She stayed silent for a long time. She was finally free! Josie closed her swollen eyes and curled up on the bed, holding herself tightly. Josie, don’t be stupid,” she thought to herself. Her mind continued to wander off. Jo, you’re the continuation of our love. Mom and Dad love you forever. Jo!” Originally, Josie had a sweet home. Although the family was not rich, they were living a carefree life. Every day, her mother would hum music and dance around the house, like a lark. The family always bathed under the sun while enjoying the breeze in the field. Sometimes, they would even go for a road trip to the sea All the memories flashed across Josie’s mind over and over again like scenes of a movie, Tears always streaked down her cheeks whenever she dwelled on the past and inadvertently soaked her hair. “Have I done something wrong? Is that why God is punishing me and making me lonely? Dad, Mom… Josie thought. Josie remembered how her mind went all blank, and her ears began to buzz after the huge impact during the accident. All the nightmares began from then on. “Dad, mom, please don’t go. Don’t leave me, please.” She kept praying and pleading, but all were unheard. No one came to save them. There was no one around. There are shreds of evidence that someone had been tampering with Mr. Gibson’s car. We cannot rule out the possibility of Chapter 27 homicide, so… “Don’t trigger the child anymore. Please don’t mention the accident in front of Josie in the future.” John took Josie home. The sorrow aged him that night. Even if he didn’t get along with his son, blood still ran thicker than water. “Dad! Mom!” In the middle of the night, Josie was woken up by the cold. It was really cold in the rented apartment. Josie slowly opened her eyes. She stood up with trembling fingers and poured herself a glass of hot water. After taking painkillers, she wrapped the quilt around her body. The wind blew outside the window. The roaring cold wind made everyone shudder. Josie held the thermos in her hand, but her hands were still trembling from the cold air. She and Henry were sleeping on the same bed within those three years of marriage. Even if they had no feelings for each other, she could still feel his warmth. She had long been used to the warmth radiating from him. “But now…” Josie smiled sadly as she thought. She was in deep distress and felt like she had just been skinned alive. Josie took out her phone and looked through her album. There was no photo of the two of them on her phone. Because it was a hidden marriage, they didn’t even take a wedding photo. The only photo of them together was the one on the marriage certificate. Josie’s fingers were a little numb. She caressed the photo of her wearing a white shirt on a red background. Her smile was genuine at that time. On the contrary, Henry’s eyes were always cold. “Perhaps this is the best ending. This is good. At least one of us could be relieved,” she thought. … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 27” »
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Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia
Josie Yates finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage with Henry Gibson, heir to the prestigious Gibson Corporation. Despite being the legitimate daughter of the Gibson family, Josie’s existence is kept secret, her marriage to Henry concealed from the world. As Josie grapples with the pain of Henry’s indifference and infidelity, she discovers that Henry’s affection lies elsewhere, with rising celebrity Ashley Long. Despite Josie’s loyalty and obedience, Henry’s neglect drives her to the brink of despair. When Josie’s life is endangered by a medical emergency, Henry’s absence highlights the vast chasm between them. Meanwhile, Henry is torn between his duty to Josie and his desire to appease Ashley, whose own accident further complicates matters. Amidst the turmoil, Josie confronts the harsh reality of her marriage and the unattainable dreams she once cherished. As she struggles to find her own path to happiness, she grapples with her exhaustion and longing for a life beyond the shadows of illusion. In a poignant tale of love, betrayal, and self-discovery, “Shadows of Illusion” explores the fragile balance between duty and desire, and the quest for fulfillment in a world where appearances often deceive.
Chapter 26 They had divorced, and she had given up the shares in her hand. Josie and Henry had nothing to do with each other anymore.. “Why… was he still waiting for me downstairs?” she thought. “Samuell Henry’s expression got darker, especially when he saw Samuel with Josie. Samuel instinctively stood in front of Josie. “Why are you still here after the divorce?” “She’s my wife. It’s none of your business. Henry was inexplicably flustered. “Come on! She’s your ex–wife, OK?” Samuel retorted. “Didn’t you get a divorce certificate today? She’s a free woman now, She’s single.” Josie hid behind Samuel without saying a word. She didn’t want to see Henry. Josie, come here.” Henry lowered his voice and didn’t want to bother himself arguing with the likes of Samuel. “Mr. Gibson, it’s getting late. What’s the matter?” Josie asked in an aloof tone. Henry felt suffocated looking at the distant Josie in front of him. “Jo, let’s talk.” Today in the company, he was absent–minded all day. Henry usually focused on work, and few personal feelings could distract him. But since he got the divorce certificate, his mind was full of Josie’s relieved face. “Have I fallen in love with Josie, or am I just sulking?” he asked inwardly, “We are in a relationship. Henry, are you blind again?” Samuel pulled Josie over and held her tightly in his arms. Josie was stunned for a long time. “Was Samuel helping me out?” she thought. “Samuel!” What Henry feared most was Samuel. He was sure that the latter must have some ulterior motives for approaching Josic. “Henry, it’s you who didn’t keep your promise, not me!” Samuel was also furious Josie couldn’t understand what they were talking about. She speculated that the two perhaps were in conflict. Samuel was deliberately provoking Henry. “Josie, I think we need to talk, Henry ordered Josie. Although they were already divorced, Henry was unwilling to see Josie marry someone else. He didn’t even dare to think about it “There’s nothing to talk about. We’ve divorced. I don’t want my boyfriend to misunderstand. Josie held Samuel’s finger nervously and looked up at Samuel pleadingly. “Help me…” she plead silently. Samuel smiled. Then, he put on a pretense. “Don’t worry. Im not blind. I won’t get it wrong. Chapter 26 After that, Samuel rubbed Josie’s head lovingly and said, “Are you tired? Why don’t you go upstairs to have a rest? I’ll handle this. Puzzled. Josie obeyed and went upstairs while her mind was still a little blank. It was a shame that Samuel didn’t join the film industry. “Josie!” Henry was fuming. Samuel stopped Henry and let Josie run into the staircase. “Samuel, I warned you not to touch my woman!” Henry gave Samuel a punch. “Don’t think I don’t know what you’re thinking! Josie is innocent. Don’t involve her!” Samuel’s eyes darkened for a moment. He didn’t fight back but smiled disdainfully. “Innocent? You also know that she is innocent. Who has been consuming her innocence all these years?” “Henry, wake up. Didn’t you say that you don’t even love her? Didn’t you say that you’re a gracious man in a relationship? Didn’t you say that you would divorce Josie after Mr. Gibson passed away? You two are divorced. Don’t bother her anymore! She doesn’t owe you anything!” Henry stood there for a long time. Josie didn’t owe him. They had divorced. It was just that he was so unwilling to accept the reality now. How could he be willing to watch Josie become someone else’s woman? Henry didn’t know what was wrong with him. “Why am I so unwilling? Isn’t it the best result for them to part with each other?” he asked himself. “Henry, I heard you accompanied Ashley to try the wedding dress?” Samuel lit a cigarette. Josie hadn’t seen the news yet. What would she feel when she sees it? As soon as they divorced, Henry took Ashley to try on the wedding dress. “There’s no need to explain to you!” Henry frowned. Samuel didn’t want to know anyway and sneered. “Stay with your little girlfriend. Don’t let her mess with Josie again.” … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 26” »
Chapter 25 “How did you get that injury on your forehead?” asked Samuel coldly with a frown. Josie didn’t speak. “Henry?” Samuel guessed. “No I tripped…” “Wow! You’re really awesome!” Samuel complimented Josie sarcastically. Josie couldn’t find a word to refute. Samuel clenched his fists. “Son of a bitch!” Henry cursed inwardly. Meanwhile, at Gibson Corporation’s Film and Television Department. “Henry divorced that woman.” Ashley was in a good mood, and her pale face which was caused by the injury on her wrist finally regained color. “Ashley, don’t do such a dangerous thing next time. Thomas frowned. “Besides, Henry might not marry you even if he divorced Josie. What you did was too risky.. Thomas was a little worried. “This is just the beginning. The more important part starts now, don’t you think? Only after they are divorced can Henry marry me.” Ashley had been dreaming of the day when Henry would marry her. She could finally become Mrs. Gibson. “Ashley…” Thomas looked down at her. I’ve always wanted to ask you a question. Will you still like Henry and try hard to marry him if he is still just an orphan in the orphanage?” Ashley froze for a moment before her expression turned displeased. “Why are you asking such a stupid question? I love Henry because he is Henry.” Thomas didn’t reply to that. “What you’re going to do next is also very risky. Are you sure you want to do it? Josie…” “Josie was innocent,” he finished mentally. “You’re not actually pitying that woman, are you? What’s so pitiful about her? She will still be Ms. Yates even if something happens to her. What about me? I will have to go back to that hellhole again if I can’t marry Henry. Can you bear watching that happen?” Thomas still didn’t say anything in reply. He was just afraid that Ashley would go further on this doomed path and go astray. “Henry was very angry when you took the set of jewelry that he kept in his office last time. It’s obvious that he doesn’t want to marry you At that time, Henry kept a set of emerald jewelry in his office. Ashley thought it was beautiful and took it away. She thought it was a gift from Henry. It was the first time that Henry was angry with Thomas, and Ashley was also implicated. Chapter 25 Henry really scared Ashley that day. Ashley clenched her fists tightly in defiance. She didn’t want to entertain that thought. “Do as I say. He will marry me. Getting Henry to marry her could also solve another problem. Josie would no longer be a threat once Henry married Ashley Thomas sighed when he saw that Ashley would not change her mind. He could only nod and agree. “Don’t worry. We just need a suitable opportunity.” Meanwhile, at the subway station. Samuel took Josie to the hospital to treat her wound, and then followed her to the subway station to take her home. Josie didn’t dare to say a word the whole ride and didn’t even dare to breathe loudly. She wondered whether the Turner family was poor. Samuel seemed familiar with the subway. “Happy with what you see? Are you suddenly cured of your faulty taste in men and found that I am actually very charming?” Samuel stood behind Josie, and his tall figure prevented the other passengers from crowding them. Josie shivered before looking away. “That man is so handsome and tall. Is he a model?” Someone on the train secretly took a picture of Samuel He was tall and handsome, and there was nothing wrong with him except for his sharp tongue. “Hello, handsome gentleman. Can I have your WhatsApp number?” A beautiful girl standing behind Samuel asked for his WhatsApp number. Samuel narrowed his eyes. “Who do you think you are?” “Ugh… Josie was drinking and almost choked to death because of Samuel’s words. “How did this man manage to live to this day? He’s still this sharp–tongued even to a girl. It’s a wonder no one hasn’t tried to kill him yet,” Josie thought. The beautiful girl was stunned for a moment before leaving awkwardly. “This girl is actually self–aware, Samuel said nonchalantly. She knew that he wasn’t interested in her, so she left first to avoid an awkward situation. Josie seemed to have guessed why Samuel had stayed single. Samuel was very popular in the university, and his popularity was no worse than Henry’s. However, no one dared to pursue him It was because people had heard that he made his admirers cry when they confessed. Therefore, no one dared to try anymore. … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 25” »
Chapter 24 Henry’s whole body felt numb and stiff. He wanted to rush up, tear up the divorce certificate, and take Josie home so that she would be locked up. He wanted her to only have him in her eyes, smiled only at him, and cared only for him. However, it seemed that he was too late. I finally got divorced,” Josie thought. Josie walked out of the City Hall and looked at the divorce certificate in her hand before smiling. She was finally free. The tip of her nose suddenly felt a little warm. Josie stopped walking and instinctively raised her hand to touch it. She was startled by the red blood on her fingers. She tilted her head upward to stop the nosebleed. This always happened, and Josie seemed to have gotten used to it after a long while. She took out a tissue and wiped the blood off in a practiced manner. The blood seemed to have gotten inside her mouth. The rusty smell of blood was strong. Josie wanted to cry, but she didn’t dare to. She also wanted to vomit but couldn’t. Josie walked slowly while feeling like a homeless orphan. She had no family. Her parents and grandfather were gone. No one would really care about her. No one could save her, and no one would protect her. At Cedar Hill Cemetery, Josie sat in front of her parents‘ tombstone. She leaned against it with a vacant look in her eyes. She didn’t say anything and just sat there. She would sit there with a bouquet of lily of the valley until dark. She did this every year. Josie’s mother’s ‘s name was Kathy Yates. It was a beautiful name that was also fitting for her beautiful self. As a matter of fact, Kathy wasn’t a dancer in a seedy nightclub or anything. She was a ballet dancer and a beautiful woman who danced like she was flying. Josie’s father, Hayden, first met Kathy in a ballet theater. At that time, Kathy was as beautiful, noble, and pure as a white swan. She made people feel that the thought of touching her was sacrilegious. However, Hayden also saw a different side of Kathy at Morose Entertainment Club the very same night. Josie’s grandmother had congenital heart disease. Kathy had to go to school and work part–time to earn her tuition and pay for the treatment She was a noble white swan in the daytime, but she seemed to become a gorgeous black swan at night. People would go crazy watching her dance on the stage. Hayden was attracted to Kathy and probably fell in love with her at first sight. Wed, 8 Chapter 24 A rich young master and a poor dancer were people from two different worlds. She could be his mistress, but she could never be his wife. However, Hayden fell deeply in love with Kathy after keeping her as his mistress for a while. He even gave up his right to inherit Gibson Corporation for Kathy, and resolutely break his relationship with the Gibson family. They then eloped to start a new life. Hayden and Kathy gave Josie all their love. Josie once thought that she had the most handsome father and the most beautiful mother in the world. She was the happiest little princess in the world. However, that accident happened, and her parents were gone. She had to accept the reality even if she didn’t want to. She was now an orphan…. No one would love her and care for her. The person Josie envied the most was not Ashley, but Kathy. She longed for a man like her father to appear in her life. She thought Henry was that man. She hoped he would be her savior. It turned out that the man was not a savior, but had come for her life. “Mom, did you use up all your luck? Is that why… I’m suffering right now?” Josie murmured in a low voice. Warm tears filled her eyes. She dazedly drifted off to sleep. Her thought was a blur. Josie thought that she would probably sleep there that night. Only with her parents could she be a little princess who had a family. … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 24” »
Chapter 23 Josie was usually gentle and kind, so Henry couldn’t believe what he was hearing. He wondered how could she say such vicious words. Ashley had depression. Josie shouldn’t provoke her with words like “drop dead.” That was no different than ending a life. Ashley had always respected Josie like a sister. He wondered why Josie hated Ashley so much. It was possibly because of the rumor. However, he had already explained to her that it was only to raise Ashley’s popularity. He wondered when had Josie become so terrible. Jo. Still, Henry panicked when he saw Josie fall and her forehead was bleeding. “Don’t touch me?” Josie shouted weakly. She stood up on her own. L.. can still walk,” she thought. Jo… Henry didn’t know what was wrong with Josie. It seemed that he had never known Josie in these past ten years. He didn’t push her that hard just now, but Josie… It was like she deliberately fell. He wondered what she was trying to do. Josie’s legs were trembling. The elevator door opened, and she walked in with difficulty. “Let’s go to the hospital first…” Henry followed Josie in and wanted to take her to the hospital first. Tll see you at the City Hall’s entrance. For the last time… If you refuse to divorce me, then I will immediately transfer 20% of the shares to Charles unconditionally. Don’t think I wouldn’t do that.” Josie looked at Henry threateningly. In her mind, it seemed that she would be reborn as long as she divorced Henry. Josie felt a pressing urge, and she was quite agitated. She wanted to live. She was like a fish stranded on the beach, struggling desperately to return to the sea. She was suffocating. She wanted to breathe, and she wanted to live. Henry’s grip on both her hands was painfully tight. “I’ll drive you there. “No need..” Josie removed Henry’s hold on her and walked out of the company slowly. Everyone in the company was staring at Josie. The blood had trickled down to her chin and stained her white shirt red. Josie took out the painkiller from her bag with trembling fingers when she arrived at a place with no one around. She then swallowed the pill dry. She wondered if the pill tasted bitter.. 16% Chapter 23 She was so numb that she couldn’t taste it anymore. Josie hugged herself tightly while her body trembled. She slowly curled up on herself in the corner down the wall. It was her parents‘ death anniversary that day. She had known Henry for ten years and was married him for three years. Even if he didn’t love her, he shouldn’t have hurt her. “Why? What’s so wrong with me? Why do you have to hurt me so much?” she wondered. Truth be told, she was really envious of Ashley for having someone who spoiled her. Josie had never felt loved and cared for after her parents‘ death. In reality, Josie wasn’t someone who was extremely lacking in love. She married Henry and tried hard to gain some semblance of care from him. In the end, all it got her was pain. Josie was at the City Hall. She simply washed the blood on her face in the bathroom. The wound was no longer bleeding, so Josie didn’t go to the hospital for treatment. Henry had already arrived in his car and was waiting for her in the divorce department. He was not in a pleasant mood. Josie stood in the hall and looked at Henry’s back a little dazedly. Suddenly, she wondered if it would be better if she just died like this. Still, she couldn’t. Her parents gave her life. It was impossible for her to die and waste the life they gave her. She wanted to live. That was why she desperately wanted to leave Henry. She wanted to start a new life, love herself, and take good care of herself. She also wanted to see a doctor for her illness. There would always be hope. The doctor was right. She was … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 23” »
Chapter 22 Jo… Henry suddenly felt a little scared when he saw the state Josie was in. Josie, at the moment, was too different from the Josie he knew. “…” Henry stepped forward to comfort her. However, Josie suddenly moved and avoided Henry. It was as if she would die if he touched her. Henry’s face darkened. He wondered what she meant by this action. 7 can’t even touch her?” he thought. “We’re not yet divorced, Josie!” Henry’s voice was tense and gloomy. He felt that Josie was being somewhat ungrateful. He had already put aside his pride to talk to her. “Henry, what do I need to do for you to let me and Madelyn go?” Josie asked while suppressing her emotions. Josie, do you think I’ll ever let Madelyn go?” Henry frowned. After a slight pause, he continued, “I have tolerated her long enough just because she’s your friend. She is a radio reporter, and the media made up rumors and slandered Ashley because of her relationship with you. Ashley has seen all the negative news about her that says she’s a homewrecker. I have tolerated Madelyn’s willful behavior, but she shouldn’t have touched my bottom line!” Henry didn’t mean to let Madelyn go. At that moment, Josie could feel her ears buzzing and her heart thumping loudly in her chest. “Perhaps, people’s hearts can indeed be broken when they get sad to the extreme… she thought. Her heart seemed to be torn to pieces by Henry, Smack! For the first time, Josie’s disappointment with Henry had turned into despair. Josie slapped Henry with almost all of the strength she had. Her already reddened eyes finally could no longer stop the tears from flowing. Ashley again. Everything circled back to her. “Henry, to what extent will you be partial to Ashley? Josie thought. “Henry… You ruined my best friend’s career because of those false rumors. Madelyn is my best friend…” “How could you do that? How could you be so cruel?” she cried inwardly. Henry stood there numbly and looked at Josie in disbelief. They have been married for three years and have known each other for ten years. This was the first time… He found out that weak people would also attack if they were desperate enough. Henry saw Josie’s tears drop on the floor, and he suddenly felt uneasy. He wondered if he had indeed gone too far. 1243 Wed, di Chapter 22 Henry wondered how to explain his actions. He never told Madelyn’s company to fire her. He just asked them to watch over her while handling the matter and not let it go too far. Who would have imagined… He didn’t expect such a result. “Go and tell her… not to mess with Ashley anymore. If she touches my bottom line again, I will- “Henry, I can give you 20% of the share. As long as you register for divorce with me at the City Hall right now, I’ll give the shares to you immediately.” Josie interrupted Henry. She was in despair and just wanted to escape. Because she would suffocate if he got close to her. She would die if she couldn’t breathe. She didn’t want to die yet. She wanted to live. She longed to live. She wanted a good and healthy life. Love was worthless when even health was a luxury. Josie!” Henry was completely angry. “Divorce again! You always say that word!” he fumed mentally. He thought that Josie couldn’t wait to get divorced so that she could throw herself in Charles‘ embrace, ‘I can tell you now, Josie. Charles won’t even look at you once you give those shares to me!” Henry said. “You stupid woman! Do you even know why Charles approached you?” he thought. There was no way Charles would remember her parents‘ death anniversary for no reason. It was all Charles‘ scheme. “Let’s go to the City Hall… Josie had no strength to speak. She even felt the strength in her legs weakened when she took a step back. Her vision was beginning to darken, and Josie tried her best to keep it at bay. … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 22” »
Chapter 21 Jo, why are you here?” When Josie walked out of the elevator at the CEO’s office, she met Charles, who just came out from Henry’s office. “Are you feeling all right today?” Charles stepped forward right away. Everyone in the company knew that Charles was Henry’s rival. Although Henry and Charles worked at Gibson Corporation, which the latter’s grandfather and John worked together to establish back then. Charles knew that Henry was adopted. Therefore, it was not surprising that Charles refused to bow down to Henry. “Thank you for your concern, Mr. Larson,” replied Josie. She had been deliberately avoiding Charles. Charles knew that it was her parents‘ death anniversary. On this day every year, she would sit alone by the Delisisle River all night. However, Henry didn’t care about that at all and never took it seriously. He only knew that Josie would not return home sometimes, and she would stay at Madelyn’s place. Jo, have you thought about what I told you earlier?” Charles extended his hand to stop Josie and deliberately made a flirtatious move. There’s no need to suffer like this.” Josie moved away as if she was electrocuted, but she landed right into someone’s embrace behind her. “You seem to have a lot of free time on your hands, Charles” Henry stretched out his hand to hold Josie in his arms as he threatened Charles coldly, “No slackers are allowed in the company. If you have so much free time, you should go and do something productive.” Charles sneered. Thank you for the reminder, Mr. Gibson. At least I didn’t head to the Film and Television Department to get myself a sugar baby.” “Charles!” warned Henry harshly. Josie distanced herself from Henry stiffly and clenched her fists tight until her veins bulged. Jo, I visited your parents‘ grave. Don’t be too saddened. Charles deliberately comforted Josie before turning around and leaving. Henry’s expression instantly turned cold, and he asked in an icy tone, “Today is your parents‘ death anniversary?” Exasperatedly, he continued, “Josie! We’ve been married for three years. I am your husband! Even Charles knows about your parents‘ death anniversary, but you refused to tell me?” Henry didn’t know why he was angry. “Does this mean Josie didn’t take me seriously from the beginning?” he wondered. Josie smiled coldly and said in a hoarse voice, “What a coincidence. I never told Charles about my parents‘ death anniversary too Henry felt a little guilty. “What do you mean? Charles is a sly person. He only treats you well because he’s after your shares. Don’t fall for his charm.” “Even if he is using me, at least he tries his best to remember my birthday and my parents‘ death anniversary. He visits me on this day every year to console me. But what about you? Henry, did you marry me because you love me?” asked Josie with a sarcastic half–smile. +15%營 12:43 Wed, 8 May Mu Chapter 21 “How is Henry different from Charles? Henry is also using me. Why did he never bother to remember anything about me? It’s all because he is fearless and takes my pathetic love for him for granted!” she exclaimed inwardly. Josie, I told you that you shouldn’t be too greedy” Henry avoided Josie’s gaze and pulled her into the office. “Mr. Gibson, you were the one who got Madelyn fired, weren’t you?” Josic shook off Henry’s hand. “What about you Did you meet Ashley today? She has been crying since then. Thomas said she refuses to eat anything now. Do you know what she has gone through? She has depression and may take her life anytime!* Henry had wanted to tell Josie that he wouldn’t harm anyone around her if she didn’t divorce him. However, the words he had in his mind transformed into something else as he blurted them out loud. He was kind to Ashley because he felt guilty. Back then, he and Ashley promised to stay at the orphanage together, but he got adopted by the Gibson family and left. Ashley was also adopted later, but the family who adopted her mistreated her. They often scolded and abused her, which caused her to suffer from severe depression. That was why Henry treated Ashley with extra care. It was because he feared that she would get triggered emotionally. Thomas had suddenly called earlier to inform him that Ashley was having a depressive episode. She refused to eat or drink, kept crying, and thought of taking her life. “Henry. Josie lowered her head and slowly closed her swollen eyes. “Turns out it was all because of Ashley, she thought. “Fm sorry… for making Ashley suffer. I’m sorry…” Josie had reached her limit as she suppressed her breathing She didn’t want to lose control and vomit or get into shock from nervousness. “Ashley has been traumatized and has depression. Haha, I have loved Henry for ten years, but he has never cared about me. Does he know what I went through when my parents died? He knows about Ashley’s severe depression, but I wonder if he knows that I’ve had to take painkillers every day in the past three years since we married. My life has long started to tick away!” thought Josie in despair.
Chapter 20 Ashley, who was wearing sunglasses and a cap, walked into a restaurant along the coast After she went into the private room, only did she take them off. I’m surprised you’re willing to see me, Josie. “A celebrity has asked to meet me. Of course, I’d be glad to oblige. Josie waited for Ashley to take a seat before she continued. “You are the one who spread the news. “What are you talking about? 1 do not know anything about that.” Ashley pretended to be innocent. There are no outsiders here. I know what you want.” Josie knew what Ashley wanted from the beginning. “Do you think I’ll divorce Henry as you wish just because you got reporters to spread rumors about me daily?” questioned Jose mockingly, hinting that Ashley’s actions were rather childish. There were much more complications between Josie and Henry than Ashley had imagined. If it hadn’t been because Josie had completely given up on Henry, she wouldn’t have asked him for a divorce if she could still tolerate it. What made her decide to file for divorce was that Henry didn’t love her at all and didn’t care whether she was alive or dead. On top of that, she would not be able to live long anyway. Ashley gritted her teeth. She hated Josie’s condescending attitude the most “Don’t do such a childish thing again. Only a few people know about our marriage. If I really looked into it, you’ll be caught red–handed in no time, so stop challenging me. After saying, Josie stood up and made to leave. “You’ve always been so arrogant, Josie. Henry is nothing more than an adopted child from an orphanage to you, right?” said Ashley. Josie turned hack and clenched her fists. “Henry was adopted, but he is my husband and the righteous heir of Gibson Corporation.” “But you two are going to divorce soon,” stated Ashley aggressively. “Yes, we’re getting divorced. You should mind your own business and don’t stir up trouble again. Otherwise, if I change my mind, you will never be able to show your face in public anymore: Josie warned Ashley word by word before she opened the door and left. Ashley’s face contorted from anger. When she was sure Josie had left, she took out the recording pen from her pocket. Edit this and reveal it to the public. “Do you really think you can make Henry marry you with an edited recording?” Thomas thought Ashley’s plan was unrealistic and that she would likely shoot herself in the foot. “No, this is just the beginning. You have to help me with one more important thing.” Ashley giggled and whispered her plan in Thomas‘ cars. Thomas stared at Ashley in shock and exclaimed inwardly, “This woman is cruel indeed.” After Josie left the restaurant, she hid in a corner for a long time. She took out the painkiller from her bag with trembling tingers and swallowed it to relieve her pain. After taking a deep breath, Josie looked up at the sky. Chapter 20 Initially, she had made up her mind to give Henry everything to make sure he would have no worries, However, she was now reluctant to do that, so she kept twenty percent of the shares. Jo, that b’stard, Henry, must have said something to my superiors. I got fired.” Madelyn, who was burning with rage, came to see Josie Initially, Madelyn didn’t want to tell Josie about it, but she must let the latter know about Henry’s true colors. Josie grabbed Madelyn’s wrist with her numb fingers and asked with a trembling voice, “Did Henry talk to your superior?” “He must have. I asked my superior about it, and he didn’t dare to admit it. Who else could it be except for Henry?” Jo Josie turned around and headed toward Gibson Corporation. She did not care how Henry treated or mistreated her, but she would not allow him to harm her friend. The warm tears she shed burned her skin as she thought, “Henry knows very well that I don’t really have any friends except for Madelyn. He is also aware that I lost my parents when I was fifteen and then my grandfather three years ago. He knows how much Madelyn means to me. He clearly knows all this.” Josie knew that Henry did everything on purpose to get to her. Just a word from Henry was enough to adversely affect the people around her. However, she wondered why he had to hurt her so much despite not loving her and why he couldn’t trust her at all. “Miss, you can’t enter without an appointment,” said the receptionist as she halted Josie at Gibson Corporation. “Didn’t they remind you to recognize the company’s shareholders during the orientation?” Josie glared at the receptionist coldly. Her temperament was intimidating. The receptionist was shocked as she couldn’t recall Josie’s position in the company. Besides, Ashley reminded her that no one should meet Henry without an appointment. “I’m sorry, we… “My name is Josie Yates. I’m the eldest daughter of the Gibson family and the granddaughter of John Gibson, the founder of Gibson Corporation. May I enter now?” It was the first time Josie made use of her identity. She usually did not like throwing her weight around. That was also the last time she would do such a thing. … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 20” »
Chapter 19 Josie remained silent for a long while, and her eyes twitched badly. The reason why Henry was bothered about this getting exposed was not that he cared about his identity as an adoptive son getting out. It was because Gibson Corporation had crooks mixed in with the honest folk. Once such news came out, the stock price would be in turmoil, and there would be internal problems. I put up a clarification post first. There was no other way. Josie was in a passive state now. In fact, it was easy for her to guess who was behind this. Other than Ashley, no one would stir trouble at this critical juncture. I was very obvious but also depended on who Henry trusted. This had crossed Henry’s boundaries. Josie was afraid that Henry would misunderstand her and Madelyn. Madelyn would be in deep trouble based on his ruthless dealings. In the early morning. Madelyn posted a tweet slamming the entertainment reporters for talking nonsense and how they made a story when she didn’t say anything. However, the news had been spread. A stone thrown into a calm lake would stir up waves. Being where he was today, Henry had made too many enemies in the business industry. Naturally, they wouldn’t want things to go well for Henry. It was rather easy to find out he was an adoptive son of the Gibson family. As expected, someone found the orphanage and even the director’s name, setting off a storm on the internet. “Mr. Gibson, the public relations department is already holding the news, but… “Mr. Gibson, please come to the company as soon as possible. The board of directors and the board of supervisors are all here.” “Mr. Gibson, please look at the news. The stock market is fluctuating, which is unfavorable for you. Henry only had 55% of the original issue shares, Since the company’s development, his shares got diluted. He had to own more than 65% of the founder’s shares to suppress those who wanted to cause trouble. However, 20% of them were in Josie’s hand, which made Henry more passive. He had to take away the shares in Josie’s hand if he wanted to hold the decision–making power firmly in his hand. If Josie’s shares were given to others, it would be a hidden hazard for Henry. Early in the morning, Henry’s assistant and his secretary took turns calling him, making his mood plummet. He signed a confidentiality agreement with Josie. She would not expose him no matter how dense she was, but it might not be the case for Madelyn. He pushed open the bedroom door and found Josie sitting on the couch in the living room. “It’s not me… After sitting all night, Josie just wanted to say this to Henry. 15%量 Chapter 19 It wasn’t her. Henry felt a sharp pain in his heart and got an impulsive urge to comfort Josie. However, his rationality stopped him. “The company will investigate this matter. If Madelyn were the one who exposed it. she would have to pay the price.” Josie felt the chills. As expected, Henry didn’t believe her and Madelyn. Meanwhile, Henry’s expression remained gloomy the whole time at the board meeting at Gibson Corporation. These people had been coveting the company for a long time. “Henry, whether you are an adopted child or not, you are the heir of Mr. John Gibson and his grandson–in–law, his family. Naturally, we have nothing to say, but I heard you’re getting a divorce recently.” Someone deliberately mentioned the divorce. “Your private life has affected the normal development of the corporation. This is not good.” Someone else mentioned Henry and Ashley. Josie has Mr. John Gibson’s 20% original issue shares, Getting a divorce is bad for you.” Someone kindly reminded Henry to reconsider the divorce. Henry sat in the meeting room looking gloomy and only rubbed his temples when everyone left. “Mr. Gibson, Charles didn’t come to the board meeting today. He went to see Ms. Yates. The secretary passed a photo to Henry. “Besides, Charles is very attentive to Ms. Yates, and his behavior is ambiguous. Will they… Then, she continued, “Mr. Gibson, I know I shouldn’t say this. However, you have to make preparations early if you want to get a divorce.” He had to get Josie’s shares. Henry clenched his hands tightly. The person Josie shouldn’t have seen was Charles. Henry thought, “Is Charles the person Josie fell in love with? Doesn’t she know that he is trying to scam her shares?” “Call the person in charge of the TV station. Ask him to deal with Madelyn.” Henry had to do something to the people around Josie to make her listen to him. This was her weakness. “If Ms. Yates finds out… The secretary sounded a little worried. was Henry was silent for a long time as he held his forehead with his fingers. He thought, “Then, let Josie beg me.”
Chapter 18 Henry, what’s wrong with Josie? Ashley followed him unwillingly. Henry frowned since Ashley hadn’t left yet. He was not used to someone else being at his house. Go back and rest early. Jo will be fine after a little rest. Henry called the family doctor on the way back. Tears welled up in Ashley’s eyes as everything she had prepared was ruined. She felt extremely aggrieved. “Henry, I made you dinner. We… I don’t have an appetite. Thanks for everything, Ash.” Henry patted Ashley’s head before he washed a towel to cool down Josie. Ashley looked at Henry, who was taking care of Josie, in astonishment. She always thought he wouldn’t take care of anyone. Henry only accompanied her since he was forced to. Other than that, he wouldn’t do anything for her. Feeling indignant, Ashley clenched her hands into fists and turned to leave. She thought, “No, it wasn’t easy to get Josie to ask for a divorce. I have to think of another way.” Looking at a family portrait in the living room, Ashley suddenly stopped in her tracks. Josie, John, and Henry were in the photo. Suddenly, Ashley narrowed her eyes and smiled. She had a way to make Henry hate Josie. The doctor came to see Josie and sighed without saying anything. He thought, “Ms. Yates is a poor thing. She lost her parents at fifteen and her grandfather three years ago. Now, there’s no one to support her. If Henry has a conscience, she will have a good ending. If only… The doctor sighed again and left after leaving her medicine behind. Josie inherited this disorder from Veronica and had to rest well and not overexert herself. Henry sat by the bed and looked at the medicine left by the doctor. It was a painkiller. Touching Josie’s forehead, he breathed a sigh of relief after seeing the fever subside. He couldn’t understand why Josie had to torture herself like this. As long as she was obedient, he would not take the initiative to divorce her, and she would not be in a mess like now, However, she was so stubborn, like a fool. In fact, after living together for so many years, Henry also knew Josie’s temper. When in a good mood, she was obedient and nice. However, she could be intimidating when stubborn and would not change her mind. Her temperament was a disadvantage for her Henry always knew that, but he took Josie’s obedience for granted. Chapter 18 Looking at Josie’s pale face carefully, Henry felt a pain in his heart. He knew Josie desired love. However, this was something he couldn’t give her. At three o’clock in the morning, Josie woke up in pain. Her stomach hurt so bad, causing her face to turn pale. Looking at Henry, who was lying beside her, Josie only felt uneasy. Josie sat up, feeling weak all over. Then, she took the ibuprofen beside the bed and gulped it down as she used to. Looking at Henry’s sleeping face, Josie sat there for 30 minutes. She thought, “Why should I hold any lingering feelings? It is also a burden for Henry if I continue to be his wife. I guess Ashley is the love of his life.” Buzz! Suddenly, Josie’s phone vibrated. Shocked, she got up and walked out of the bedroom with her phone. She thought, “It’s almost four o’clock in the morning. Why did Madelyn call me at such a late hour and more than a dozen times?” “Maddy?” “Jo! You finally answer the phone. Where are you? Read the news now. It’s an uproar.” Josie was stunned and took a look at the screenshot sent by Madelyn. Someone had exposed Henry to be an adoptive son of the Gibson family. … Read More “Ex-Husband’s Endless Pestering by Susie Cecillia Chapter 18” »