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FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 31
“Haha, maybe we have met when we were kids and forgot all about it!”“You're so funny! Seriously though, talking to you feels so... familiar. Safe, somehow.”He smiled sadly at her words, wishing he could tell her everything – how she'd saved his life, how he'd carried that gratitude all these years.“That's one of the nicest things anyone's ever said to me.”“You bring out the honest side in me. I can't explain it, but I'm so glad we're friends.”“Me too, Juliet.”As he typed those words, Louis made a silent promise to himself. He'd find a way to repay her kindness, even if she never knew the full story. Sometimes, he reflected, the best way to honor the past was to protect the present.The morning sun glinted off Necker Island's pristine dock as luxury yachts bobbed gently in the crystal-clear waters. Louis adjusted his casual linen shirt, taking in the extravagant wedding decorations that transformed the already stunning venue into something magical."Well, well, well. Look what
FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 32
However, Victoria stepped closer, her voice venomous. "Listen here, you worthless—""No, you listen," Louis interrupted calmly without stopping or looking backward. "Enjoy your standing here making assumptions and learn to shut up.” “Even better, why don't you watch and learn how a real entrance is made?"Jackson laughed mockingly. "Oh, this I've got to see. The great Louis about to be humiliated!"Watching Louis’s receding figure, Jackson couldn’t help but laughed out loud.Without an invitation, Louis would surely be humiliated.And he couldn’t wait to see that good show."Watch this circus show. He's about to get the humiliation he deserves." Victoria whispered.Her red lips curling into a cruel smile. Meanwhile, Louis continued walking, his steps measured and sure.Approached the checkpoint, Louis could feel the blatantly malicious gaze, but he remained unmoved.Twelve armed sentinels stood at attention, their black uniforms and reflective sunglasses creating an imposing ba
FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 33
Hanging up the phone, Louis walked along the island’s unique scenic path, following the iconic crytal-stone path.Everything was just like before, which made Louis feel as if he had returned to the past.Before he knew it, Louis had already passed through the tropical gardens.Soon, the path wound through tropical gardens until the wedding venue appeared – a masterpiece of crystal and precious gems catching the sunlight in rainbow prisms."And now, ..." Just then, the officiant's voice carried through the structure."By the words of God and the witnesses, I now pronounce the groom, Ben Gutsby, and the bride, Vivian Howard, as husband and wife. You may kiss...”Outside the transparent wedding chapel made of crystal and gems, Louis heard Vivian’s name and glanced in that direction.There, he saw Vivian in her bridal gown, her makeup heavy, her smile broad.However, Louis’s gaze didn’t linger on her for the least bit.Instead, his gaze shifted to Juliet, who stood not far away, wearing
FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 34
How could the gentle, supportive Louis be the same person Vivian called 'the biggest mistake of her life'?"What's your plan this time?" Vivian demanded. angrily "Try to win me back? Make some dramatic scene? Beg for another chance like the desperate dog you are?""He's probably hoping to get his picture in the society pages," Jackson called from the back. "Still trying to climb that social ladder!""You disgust me," Vivian continued, her voice echoing off the crystal walls."Mom was right about everything – you're nothing but a calculated fraud who fooled me once. Never again!"The guests shifted uncomfortably, some already posting to social media, others recording the confrontation with barely concealed excitement.Juliet felt her world tilting sideways. The Louis who defended my family's honor... is the same man they're calling a social-climbing fraud?How could that be?Something must be wrong, right?"Security!" Vivian screamed again. "Get this piece of garbage out of my si
FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 35
Unlike the others, she saw no humor in this public humiliation."He probably practiced this entrance in the mirror," a young socialite giggled. "Rehearsed his little dramatic moment!""Should we call animal control?" someone joked cruelly. "Seems we have a stray that needs removing!"Vivian basked in the mockery. "See, Louis? Everyone knows exactly what you are – a desperate nobody who can't accept rejection."The crystal walls seemed to amplify every cutting laugh, every whispered insult. Only Juliet remained silent, her mind wrestling with the contradiction between the Louis she knew and the one being portrayed."Security's taking their time," a groomsman called out."Maybe he bribed them too!""Wouldn't put it past him," Vivian sneered. "He always was good at crawling his way into places he doesn't belong.""What's wrong, Louis?" Vivian taunted. "No clever comebacks? Finally realizing your place in the world?"Everyone laughed as if Louis was a joker and trying to humiliate h
FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 36
The entire ceremony fell silent with Louis’s wordsWhat the fuck?This nobody made a random call to who-knows-whom and said the wedding was cancelled?Who did he think he was?Just then, Vivian burst into a loud laugh."Oh my God! You’re really hilarious! You think you can simply cancel it? Who do you think you are?" Vivian's voice rose hysterically."Have you lost your mind?"“Exactly! Does he think he’s the island owner or something?”"You have ten minutes," Louis continued calmly. "After that, security will escort you out.""You can't—" Ben started."I can," Louis cut him off. Vivian's mouth opened and closed like a fish out of water.She didn’t understand why Louis was this bold."This is impossible! You're nothing! A nobody!"The gathered crowd fell into stunned silence as Louis thumbed another number on his phone."Security?" he spoke clearly. "Please begin the evacuation procedures. Anyone not on the approved list needs to leave within the hour."Juliet watched in amazement
FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 37
"I propose we teach our uninvited guest a lesson about respect. “Anyone who helps ensure this... person," he spat the word like poison."... never works in Apple City again will have the full support of the Gutsby Family.""The Gutsby Family?" several voices murmured with interest. The name carried weight, and everyone knew it."That's right," Ben continued, straightening his designer suit. "As you all know, my family's influence runs deep in this city. Anyone who stands with me today won't regret it. The Gutsby Family never forgets its friends."Vivian clutched Ben's arm, her diamond bracelet catching the light. "Darling, you're too kind offering help to these people just to deal with this... nobody."She shot Louis a venomous look."Though he certainly deserves whatever's coming to him.""Oh, honey," Ben kissed her cheek, "anything for you. And besides, ..." He turned back to the crowd, "do you know where we are? This is Neckor Island's premier wedding venue. Do you think just
FROM DIVORCED TO BILLIONAIRE HEIR CHAPTER 38
The elegant wedding hall buzzed with activity as prominent figures rose from their seats, each eager to curry favor with the Gutsby family."The Western Bank of Apple City stands with you, Ben!" Marcus Thompson, the bank's president, declared, adjusting his gold cufflinks. "This nobody won't be able to open so much as a savings account in this city.""Hamilton Industries will ensure he never sets foot in any tech company in Apple City." Sarah Hamilton announced, her diamond necklace glinting under the chandeliers.This is exactly the influence I needed to demonstrate, Ben thought smugly, watching the power players align themselves one by one."My media conglomerate will make sure everyone knows what a pathetic troublemaker he is," shouted Richard Chen, CEO of Chen Media Group."He'll be toxic to any employer in the country!"Victoria, beaming with pride, clutched her champagne glass."Oh, Ben darling, just look at how everyone respects you! This is exactly why you're perfect for my
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CHAPTER 268
The dim glow of multiple screens cast eerie reflections on Juliet’s face as she scrolled through an endless sea of encrypted files. The more she uncovered, the tighter the knot in her stomach became. This wasn’t just another hired gun. This was something else entirely.Silas Vance wasn’t just controlling Apple City. He had a weapon.And that weapon had a name.Ghost.A whisper in the underground. A myth even among the most feared assassins. No real identity. No past. No recorded failures. An operative so precise, so calculated, that his kills seemed almost preordained.Juliet exhaled sharply, feeling the weight of the revelation press against her ribs. Her fingers hovered over the keyboard as she hesitated, knowing this information would change everything.She tapped her earpiece. “Louis. We have a problem.”Louis stood by the massive floor-to-ceiling windows of his penthouse, whiskey swirling in his glass. Below, Apple City pulsed with neon and power—a city that had always belonged t
CHAPTER 267
The grand ballroom of The Sterling Manor was a spectacle of wealth and power, a dazzling display of Apple City’s elite. The chandeliers hung like frozen constellations above them, casting golden reflections over the polished marble floors. The scent of expensive perfume, aged whiskey, and quiet arrogance filled the air, mingling with the subtle tension that always accompanied gatherings of this magnitude.This was more than a charity gala. It was a declaration. A silent war where alliances were forged with smiles and knives were hidden behind tailored suits.At the heart of the room stood Silas Vance, a king on his throne. He didn’t need to make introductions; his presence alone commanded the room. His smirk was as sharp as the silver cufflinks on his wrists, his confidence exuding the knowledge that, tonight, he was in control.But that was about to change.The murmurs of conversation dipped as Louis Kindsor entered.He was a storm wrapped in midnight silk, his tailored suit fitting
CHAPTER 266
The dimly lit warehouse smelled of oil and dust, the silence pressing down like a weight. The only sound was the slow, measured pacing of Louis Kindsor, his footsteps echoing against the concrete floor.In the center of the room, Terminator X stood, his hands restrained behind his back, his expression unreadable. A single, overhead bulb cast jagged shadows across his face, making him look both dangerous and desperate.Louis held a gun, its barrel pointed lazily at the ground. But the message was clear—one wrong answer, and this conversation would end with a bullet.Pearl leaned against the far wall, arms crossed, her anger barely contained. Juliet stood a few steps away, arms tight around her tablet, her expression wary but composed.Louis finally stopped pacing. “Start talking.”Terminator X exhaled, his shoulders sagging slightly. “I didn’t have a choice.”Pearl let out a sharp laugh. “That’s rich. You betrayed us, and now you’re playing the victim?”Louis didn’t take his eyes off T
CHAPTER 265
The tension in the room was suffocating.Louis sat at the head of the conference table in his private suite, his fingers steepled beneath his chin. Across from him, Juliet and Pearl flanked the large screen displaying security footage from the vault. The grainy playback looped over and over—black-clad figures moving with precision, bypassing security protocols that should have been impenetrable.But it wasn’t just an external attack.Someone had let them in.“This isn’t just a robbery,” Juliet said, voice clipped. “This was an inside job.”Pearl slammed her palm against the table, her eyes burning with fury. “Someone in our own damn circle gave them access. We don’t just have a mole—we have a traitor.”Louis exhaled slowly, keeping his emotions in check. “What exactly was taken?”Juliet’s fingers flew across her tablet. “Three encrypted drives containing intel on The Broker’s former assets, offshore accounts, and… classified Eternals data.” She looked up, eyes sharp. “Whoever took the
CHAPTER 264
The remnants of the explosion still lingered in the city’s air when Louis received the invitation. Delivered by a courier in a crisp black suit, the envelope was simple—just an address, a time, and a name: Adrian Wolfe.Juliet stood beside him, arms crossed, reading over his shoulder. "A billionaire suddenly appearing out of nowhere, right when you need funding? Suspicious doesn’t even begin to cover it."Louis turned the card between his fingers. "Maybe. But if he’s got the resources, we can’t ignore him."Pearl exhaled sharply. "We can’t afford to walk into a trap either.""We’re not walking into anything unprepared." Louis glanced at Juliet. "Pull everything you can on Wolfe before the meeting. Background, assets, known associates. If he’s working both sides, I want to know before I sit across from him."Juliet gave a tight nod. "On it."The poker game was held at The Vesper Club, an exclusive underground casino catering to Apple City’s elite. Red-velvet walls, gold chandeliers, an
CHAPTER 263
Louis stood at the edge of the rooftop, the city sprawling beneath him like a sea of lights. The folder from Silas Vance lay open on the table behind him, its contents burning into his mind like a brand. Names. Deals. A web of alliances that made it impossible to deny what Juliet had uncovered. His mother had played a game far bigger than he had ever realized.He inhaled sharply as the rooftop door swung open behind him. Footsteps—calm, deliberate."You made a move," Juliet said, stepping beside him. "Publicly announcing control over The Broker’s assets? That’s a declaration of war, Louis.""They were going to come for me either way." Louis kept his voice even. "Now, at least, I control the battlefield."Juliet exhaled through her nose, arms crossed. "The Obsidian Ring isn’t The Broker. They don’t play games, they destroy.""Then let them come." His voice was steel. "I’m done playing by their rules."A pause. Then Pearl’s voice cut in from the doorway, softer but laced with frustratio
CHAPTER 262
Silence stretched between Louis and Silas Vance, the dim light of the private lounge casting long shadows across the table.The surveillance photo lay between them, a relic of a past Louis thought he understood.His mother’s face, frozen in time, stared back at him—a ghost haunting the edges of his reality.Louis tightened his grip on his glass. “Where did you get this?” His voice was calm, but his knuckles whitened.Silas smirked, tapping the side of his whiskey glass. “That’s not the question you should be asking. The real question is: How deep was she in?” He leaned forward, his dark eyes gleaming with amusement. “You see, your mother wasn’t just a warrior against the Eternals. She played both sides. And from where I’m sitting, it looks like you’re the only one who didn’t know.”Louis’s jaw clenched. His mother had fought against corruption, had sacrificed everything to keep him safe. She couldn’t have been involved with The Obsidian Ring. Could she?Juliet’s voice crackled in his
CHAPTER 261
The dimly lit lounge reeked of cigar smoke and aged whiskey. Louis scanned the room, noting the subtle but unmistakable presence of security. Men in tailored suits leaned against the walls, their eyes tracking his every move. Silas Vance sat at the center of it all, his confidence dripping from every motion as he swirled a glass of amber liquid.“Louis Everette.” Silas smirked, gesturing toward the empty seat across from him. “I was starting to think you’d ignore my invitation.”Louis stepped forward, refusing to sit just yet. “I don’t make a habit of entertaining men who send death threats wrapped in business proposals.”Silas chuckled, a deep, knowing laugh. “Threats? No, no, Louis. That wasn’t a threat—it was an opportunity. You just have to see it from the right perspective.” He slid a photograph across the table. “Like this one.”Louis’s breath hitched as his gaze fell on the image. A grainy black-and-white surveillance photo. His mother. Standing next to Silas, looking composed,
CHAPTER 260
Apple City had always been loud.The streets buzzed with life, the skyline flickered with neon, and the underworld hummed with the kind of danger that never truly disappeared.But now?Now, it was too quiet.Louis stood in his office, overlooking the city. The Broker’s empire had collapsed, but that didn’t mean his influence had disappeared.The rules had been shattered.And in the absence of a king, the vultures had begun to circle.Juliet leaned against the desk, her arms crossed, watching him. "It’s starting."Louis didn’t turn. "I know."Pearl exhaled, tossing a newspaper onto the table. "City’s about to tear itself apart. And we’re just sitting here."Louis finally turned, glancing at the headline."Gangs Clash Over Territory: Apple City’s Underground Faces Its Bloodiest Night in Years."His jaw tightened.The city was falling apart.And whether he liked it or not, he was the only one who could stop it.The Broker had kept the crime world in check.Not because he was just, or eve
