Half of the properties? Both Ethan and Sophia had frowned upon hearing Lily's statement.Sophia chuckled and retorted, "You must be joking, Lily. You want a share of his hard-earned company? You're a pure joke."Lily, with a frown, replied, "Who are you? I'm talking to my ex-husband."Sophia smiled, raising her finger, and asserted, "I'm also defending my engaged fiancé. We're becoming married couples next Saturday, and I have every right to speak.""Oh, is that so? Why don't you admit you also want the properties? That's what you want, right?" Lily questioned."Of course, that's what I expect her to want," Ethan stepped forward, touching Sophia's tummy. "All my properties belong to this little one here, and you, Lily Johnson, won't get even a dollar from me."Lily insisted, "You must be joking, Ethan, even if under the law I have the right to claim half of a husband's properties after a divorce."Ethan smiled, retorting, "You want to play a game? I can play ten times better than you.
"What? $5 million?" Lily frowned. "You must be joking, Ethan."Ethan maintained a calm demeanor and replied, "I'm not joking." He then turned to Esquire Dera and inquired, "Please, is there any law that can sue someone for illegally demanding on properties?"Dera nodded affirmatively and stated, "Yes, master. According to section 342B of the Property Rights Act, any person found unlawfully demanding a share of properties without legal entitlement can be subject to a civil lawsuit. We can proceed with the case."Ethan smiled confidently, "Good. I want to sue her for $5 million. Let's teach her a lesson about the consequences of such demands."Dera nodded and said, "Okay, master, that would be after I have confirmed from Manager Campbell."Ethan acknowledged, "Okay, no problem. I'll gladly wait." He then directed his attention to Lily and warned, "You want to challenge me, Lily? You're playing with fire." After saying this, he added, "That isn't all. I also need your company, Lily. It's
Ethan smiled and said, "Lily, remember I told you on the day of our divorce that you'll kneel and beg me, asking for forgiveness? See, you shamelessly kneel before me, even touching my shoes with your forehead."Lily's tears started to run swiftly. "Forgive me, Ethan. I was wrong. I didn't know it was you I was chatting with."Ethan sneered and said, "I don't want your apology. When you struggle in life, you'll know how it feels.""Forgive me, Ethan. I no more want any properties from you," Lily pleaded."And who said you were going to get a penny from me? I now own your company starting from tonight. You have no right to set foot there. I'll send Cory and Victoria to deal with everything," Ethan declared."What? But I still have 20 percent shares. If you want to make the company yours, then pay me for that," Lily insisted."Pay you? You must be joking, Lily. Although I have 80 percent shares, I've never received a penny from the profit all these while. That should compensate for the
Ethan held Sophia as they walked back to the celebration place.On their way, Sophia looked at Ethan and said with a smile, "You really amazed me, Ethan."Ethan stopped and smiled, asking, "Really? Did I?"Sophia nodded and replied, "Yes, surely you did."Ethan smiled and said, "Then I deserve a kiss for that.”Sophia smiled and kissed his lips. However, as they were kissing, someone walked over, causing them to quickly stop. It was Giselle."I'm sorry for interrupting your moment, Master Ethan," she said, then turned to Sophia and added, "I'm sorry, madam."Sophia smiled, reassuring her, "It's okay, there's nothing to worry about."Giselle continued, "First of all, I want to congratulate you, Master, on your upcoming wedding next Saturday. It's also a pleasure to be working under you.”Ethan smiled and said, "It's okay, Giselle. We've been classmates before, so it's cool."Giselle nodded and inquired, "You mentioned that the wedding will be at the hotel I'm managing."Ethan confirmed,
Immediately they got inside their room, Ethan threw himself on the bed with a smile, radiating happiness.Sophia locked the door and joined him, laying beside him with her head on his chest. Seeing the smile on his face, she asked, "What's going through your head?"Ethan kissed her forehead and said, "A lot. My dream project has finally come true, my secret identity has been publicized, and I'm getting to marry the lady I love soon. And, of course, the biggest part is that you're carrying our child."Sophia nodded and said, "I'm also proud to be by your side, honey. Sometimes I feel the universe planned our first meeting, which has resulted in this relationship of ours."Ethan nodded and said, "Indeed, we were meant for each other." He then took off his suit and shirt, leaving only his singlet, and settled back on the bed.Sophia kept staring at him, prompting him to ask why.She smiled and said, "You know, I won't lie. I was really afraid. Although you told me you were going to handl
"What?" Ethan was shocked. "Sophia, I should give her back her company and take the lawsuit?" He asked.Sophia bit her lower lip and nodded lightly. "Yes, hubby, please."Ethan shook his head and said, "You know that can't work. I can't give her back her company. I've bought it and gotten the highest shares, so everything belongs to me.”Sophia sighed and said, "I understand. I'm not your wife yet after all. I'm not in any position to make such a request. Sorry for asking, hubby." She then got up from the bed, changed into her pajamas quietly, and came to sleep on the bed quietly.Ethan, who was worried, stood up and held her. Sophia looked at him wondering what he was upto. "Get up, please," Ethan said.Sophia nodded and got up, standing down facing him.Ethan pulled her closer, staring into her eyes, his hand around her waist, and said, "Please don't think that I don't value you. You're more important than my business or any amount I have. I can spend everything I have to gain you.
Charlotte, sensing Lily's internal struggle, tried to console her, "Lily, it's not too late to try and fix things. Maybe there's a way to negotiate with Ethan, find some common ground. But you have to stop blaming yourself and focus on finding solutions."However, Lily's thoughts were consumed by bitterness and envy. "Ethan is living the life I could have had. I pushed him away, and now he's thriving without me. Sophia is probably enjoying every bit of it. It's unbearable.”“Lily, there's no need to feel useless or any kind ok?”Lily, in her state of despair, expressed, "I feel so useless, Charlotte. What's the point of living when everything I had, everything I built, is gone? I'm drowning in regret, and I can't see a way out. Ethan has taken away my dignity, my success, and my pride. I'm left with nothing but emptiness."Her words conveyed a deep sense of hopelessness as she contemplated the aftermath of her actions. "I can't face the world now. How will people look at me, knowing I
Charlotte hugged Lily, sharing in her friend's happiness. "Lily, it's never too late to change. I'm here for you, and we'll get through this together. Now, let's focus on rebuilding and making amends. This is a new beginning."Lily looked at Charlotte with gratitude in her eyes. "Charlotte, I can't thank you enough for being such a good friend, especially in my darkest times. Your support means the world to me."Charlotte smiled warmly. "Lily, friends stand by each other through thick and thin. I'm just glad I could be here for you.”Lily took a deep breath before continuing. "Charlotte, I've been thinking. Since I'm getting a second chance with my company, I don't want to go through this alone. I want you by my side. Will you join me as the manager of my company so we can build it together?"Charlotte's eyes widened in surprise. "Really? Are you serious, Lily?”Lily nodded sincerely. "Absolutely. I trust you, Charlotte, and I believe with you as my manager, we can make something grea