The one thing Joey Linton regrets is giving up all she has and getting into a secret marriage with Zachary Gray for three years.The moment his first love returns, she has no choice but to pack up and leave.But unbeknownst to anyone, life has other plans in store for her. She peaks in life after the divorce.She is Chloe, the top-notch designer. She is the Fulham heiress, unknown by all. And she is a genius investor, who accurately predicts the trend of the market. When her ex-husband shows up at her wedding, he whispers tenderly into her ear. "May I wreck the wedding?"All Joey says is, "I don't think I know you that well."
View MoreJoey stayed in the café after Hanson left. Then, she called Henry."Yes, Ms. Linton?" asked Henry gleefully when he picked up the call."Do you know that Zachary is getting engaged with Yvonne?" said Joey, upset. There was no running away from the truth.Henry was at first surprised by the news, but it didn't take long for him to figure out the reason behind Zachary's actions. "It's probably true if the news has traveled to your ears."So, even Henry wasn't privy to this decision. Joey wondered to herself what Zachary was thinking."What is he doing? Is there no other way of solving the problem?" Joey was slightly annoyed. Why must he sacrifice himself?Henry stammered, "The Fulhams haven't used their trump card yet. Maybe Mr. Gray is worried that if they show their hand, the damage dealt to Emmen will be irreversible."Joey fell silent for a while before asking Henry, "Is Hanson's father that powerful?""Only the fearless and the powerful can gain a footing in Imperia. Emmen i
Monica wasn't able to give Zachary a solution. It was a conflict in their relationship.She too had once asked Joey to give birth to a baby soon. In a sense, she was also part of why Zachary misunderstood Joey.But did Joey ever want to give Zachary a child out of love? Even Monica couldn't say no to that question.After Zachary consoled Monica, he sent her back to Emmen.Standing right in front of Emmen, he called Yvonne. As soon as she picked it up, he said coldly, "Let's talk.""For Selena? If that's the case, forget it," Yvonne refused categorically.Zachary knew what she was doing. Once Vaughn came back from his business trip, he would unleash his wrath on Selena.Zachary fell silent for a while before adding, "Yvonne, there's a limit to everything.""I don't know what you're talking about. I have always been respectful toward Joey. This misunderstanding—""If you don't want to meet up, I'll hang up," Zachary interrupted her impatiently.Yvonne panicked immediately. "Wha
Joey returned to the office with good news. Unbeknownst to her, Monica had been waiting for her. She immediately cried when she saw her."Selena was taken away by the police just now. Infringement of privacy, I heard? What is happening?" Monica grabbed Joey's sleeves and stomped her feet in frustration.Joey patted her on the shoulder. "There's a misunderstanding with the Fulhams. Let me ask them.""Please help her. Selena is also like my granddaughter. I don't want her to get hurt," said Monica earnestly as she let go of Joey's sleeves."I'll make sure she's safe," uttered Joey. Then, she called Hanson while Monica called Zachary.Hiding in her room, Monica asked Zachary what Selena had done quietly."She installed cameras in Yvonne's room. Yvonne had anticipated that and used that against her. According to the law, the worst that can happen is a heavy fine and ten days of imprisonment," Zachary comforted Monica.The damage dealt to Emmen's reputation, however, was irreversible
A prestigious family was trying to destroy Emmen. Caught in the crossfire, Pixie was destined to be cannon fodder. Only a few major shareholders still clung to the pipedream of a possible comeback.A lot of money had been spent on Pixie in past years. Most shareholders were at their wit's end."I'll sell it," exclaimed a white-haired shareholder. He then turned to his peers. "We get the money and move on from Pixie."Everyone agreed, so Joey gave Harrison the contract. "Take a look. If you're fine with everything, you can sign it."Harrison accepted the document and studied it. Several other shareholders stood next to him and read through it, too. Once they were done, Harrison went to make a copy of the contract."Ms. Linton, do you think there's still hope for Pixie?" The white-haired shareholder seized the momentary pause and posed a question."I believe so, and I will work for it," said Joey confidently.The shareholders had been nurturing the brand for a decade. Suffice to s
Once they left Pixie, Zachary asked Joey, "How much money have you prepared?""200 million dollars," answered Joey.Zachary nodded. "Once the precise sum is out, we'll see if we need more.""Thank you so much for today."Joey had doubted him yesterday, but today, she felt she owed him a heartfelt thank you. She was simply too inexperienced in the playing field."It's too early to thank me. As for Selena's problem, you'll have to wait and see how Yvonne reacts to it." Zachary then looked at his watch. "It's getting late. Go back and rest up. We have work to do tomorrow at 5:00 am.""Okay." Joey was utterly in the passive role. Dismayed, she had to acknowledge that Zachary was way more competent than her.Zachary could guess what she was thinking and comforted, "If Selena had not done what she did, your plan would have gone smoothly."Joey glanced at him. "You don't have to say that. I'm not as shrewd as you. It's the truth."But she would work harder. When similar things happen
Alas, life was often treacherous. Right when Joey was busy typing the proposal to convince Harrison in the meeting tomorrow, Zachary texted her and told her to go online to look at the news.Joey went on her social media and found several topics trending.#SelenaBuggedYvonnesRoom #YvonnesRoomFootageLeakedJoey clicked on the link.In the footage, Yvonne was sleeping in her room. Her sleeping gown slowly receded as she tossed and turned, revealing her thighs.If Yvonne had done this on purpose, it meant she was hellbent on destroying Emmen.Before she could finish watching the video, Zachary called. Joey picked up right away."Will the news affect our plans tomorrow?" Joey cut to the chase.Zachary knew it served no purpose to lambast Selena's reckless action.Sternly, he uttered, "The Fulhams asked Pixie to decide tonight. Selena committed a crime, and they are not going to let her go unpunished. Emmen's reputation will be affected, too.""I know. Everything is in the footage
Hanson's lips tucked into a smirk. "I'm that good in your eyes, huh?""But of course. You're my boyfriend, after all, and I have high standards," replied Selena with a smile."Who do you like more, Harrison or me?"The fact that she had dated Harrison still bothered him.The intimate moment was ruined by Hanson's untimely question.Selena shoved him away and protested, "You aren't supposed to mention exes during the honeymoon period.""I don't have any exes. You are and will be my only one," said Hanson glumly.Selena glanced at him. "Why? Do you think I did you wrong?""No. I merely think Harrison is not a good fit for you, and it bothers me that you were with him before," added Hanson.Selena licked her lips and whispered into his ears. "He's young, handsome, and virile."Hanson blushed as he tilted his head to look at Selena.She raised her brows and continued, "I'm very open when it comes to my sex life. If it bothers you, there's nothing much I can do.""I'm fine with
Joey made no response. She'd know more details once she met with Pixie tomorrow with Zachary.Noticing Joey's silence, Selena uttered, "Let's wait until we get the precise figures. Aren't we supposed to have dinner at your place? Don't talk about work."Hanson smirked. "Okay, no work talk."As the group drove and stopped before a traffic light, Joey suddenly said, "I told Selena to install cameras in Yvonne's room. I thought about it and realized it isn't right."Hanson was stunned by the sudden reveal.Selena looked at Joey incredulously. She couldn't believe that her friend would take the blame for her. Biting her lips, she shot Joey a quizzical look.Hanson fell silent. When the light turned green, he asked Joey, "Have you always held prejudices against Yvonne?""If she hadn't done all those things to get on my bad side, I wouldn't have held any grudges against her. Can you remove the cameras in her room?"Also, I won't join you guys for dinner. Just drop me off somewhere,"
When Joey returned to her office, she was surprised to find Selena there. Her brows raised in amusement as she sneaked toward her friend.Selena was busy working before her computer. She heard someone come in but had assumed that it was Stacy.She was startled when Joey appeared brusquely on her desk. "Jesus! You freaked me out. Did you only travel for two days?""Because I have things to do tomorrow." Joey stared at her friend, intrigued, and switched the topic. "What have you done with Hanson when I was gone?""Just sex. Reproduction. Baby-making," answered Selena frankly.Joey almost choked on her saliva. "Did you use protection?""I took pills. Don't worry." Selena grinned. "He was a late bloomer.""Spare me the details. That said, isn't it too risky to do that? What if you can't get rid of him when you want to break up?"Joey was traumatized by her experience with Zachary. Had she not stood her ground firmly, Zachary's love-bombing would have swept her off her feet."Hmm…
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