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His Betrayal, His Regret
“You owe me, Isabel. I married you just for revenge.” Emerson’s cold voice cut through me. The man I loved betrayed me in the most ruthless way imaginable. In his heart, I was never more than a shadow of his first love, Lilith—the woman who destroyed my life. After the heartbreak of losing my baby, the diagnosis of a malignant tumor was another cruel blow. But Emerson wasn’t done. He delivered one final, devastating strike: my father, now in a vegetative state, might have committed an unforgivable crime. The weight of it all nearly crushed my will to live. Yet when I finally walked away, Emerson became desperate to win me back. But why? Wasn’t this exactly what he wanted all along?
Chapter 30 – Lines Crossed. Emerson’s POV It was the middle of the night. After the doctor’s visit, my fever subsided. I woke up extremely thirsty. I desperately needed a glass. of water. “Isabel?” I called out in the darkness. I touched the bed “next to me, trying to feel where she was. But her … Read More “Betrayal 30” »
Chapter 29 – Pain & Panic Isabel’s POV I never imagined Emerson could muster such strength in his weakened state. Maybe it was I who was the weaker one. Caught off guard, I was pushed down by him. My body hit the cold, hard ‘floor with a force that knocked the wind out of me. … Read More “Betrayal 29” »
Chapter 28 – Broken Trust Isabel’s POV As I sifted through the files on Emerson’s laptop, my hands. trembled. Among the documents about my father’s company, I had found something that made my blood run cold. There were photos *of Lilith, drunk and tearful, leaning her head on my father’s shoulder. I was shocked. What? … Read More “Betrayal 28” »
Chapter 27–A Feverish Search Isabel’s POV I felt the panic rising in my chest as I rushed to the maid’s quarters. My heart pounded with each step. “Get the private doctor,” I ordered, my voice shaking. “Tell him it’s urgent. Emerson has a fever, and it’s “bad.” The maid sensed the urgency and ran to … Read More “Betrayal 27” »
Chapter 26–Bound by Secrets Isabel’s POV I returned to the bedroom. My hands were trembling as I tried to mask the storm of emotions raging inside me. The email I had juust seen haunted my thoughts. “Evidence of Allen White’s crimes, What were they talking about? Had Emerson been behind my father’s downfall all along? … Read More “Betrayal 26” »
Chapter 25 – Hidden Agenda Isabel’s POV As we drove toward Emerson’s villa, I couldn’t shake the growing confusion gnawing at me. Why was he so obsessed with my illness? The man who had shattered my heart, who had chosen someone ‘else over me, was now determined to drag me to his private doctor. It … Read More “Betrayal 25” »
Chapter 24 – Defiant Savion Isabel’s POV As I slowly regained consciousness, I realized I was no longer surrounded by smoke or flames. Instead, I was in a luxury Porsche Panamera. The soft leather seat beneath me and the quiet hum of ‘the engine were a surreal contrast to the chaos I’d just escaped. I … Read More “Betrayal 24” »
Chapter 23 – A Twist Of Fate Emerson’s POV Today, a strange feeling of unease gnawed at me. Why did I feel so terrible? Perhaps it was the weather. Stuffiness and gloom hung in the air, casting a shadow over everything. I needed some fresh air to *shake off this terrible feeling. I dialed my … Read More “Betrayal 23” »
Chapter 22 – Hair Loss & Chaos Isabel’s POV Emerson’s voice was cold and demanding over the phone. “Why is there hair all over the bathroom? Are you cutting your hair for some strange hobby?” His voice was thick with doubt. My heart raced as I tried to come up with an explanation. I couldn’t … Read More “Betrayal 22” »
Chapter 21 – Emerson’s Awakening Emerson’s POV I walked into the bar at my friend Alex’s party. I needed to vent my negative emotions. The looming divorce had annoyed me for many days, gnawing at my peace. I was grateful for his invitation. The bar ‘seemed like the best place to go. The thumping bass … Read More “Betrayal 21” »