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My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 32: Beneath the Surface
The gym was alive with the sound of fists striking pads, the occasional grunt of exertion. Alfred and Maxwell circled each other on the mat, their movements practiced and precise.Maxwell was unusually sharp today, and Alfred was starting to notice. His footwork was tighter, his punches landed with more force, and his stamina had improved noticeably. Normally, Maxwell’s energy would start to wane halfway through their sessions, but today he was holding his own.“You’ve been working on something,” Alfred asked as he parried a swift jab and countered with a hook. Maxwell smiled ducking under the blow. “What makes you say that?” he replied.“Because you’re not wheezing like an old steam engine,” Alfred said, stepping back to reset his stance.The session continued with an intensity that left both men drenched in sweat. Alfred, always the more disciplined of the two, found himself impressed by Maxwell’s progress. By the time they wrapped up, he was genuinely curious.“You’ve improved, wh
My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 33: A Shift In the Air
The sound of rushing water filled the bathroom as Maxwell stood under the shower, the steam forming around him. The sparring session with Alfred earlier leaving his body aching but active. For a moment, the heat of the water was a balm against the mental strain he carried, a temporary relief from the weight of everything.After drying off, Maxwell slipped into a pair of dark jeans and a soft navy-blue sweater. He caught a glimpse of himself in the mirror and ran a hand through his damp hair. There was a subtle darkness in his eyes, a reminder of how far he had to go before life would feel normal again.Stepping into his study, Maxwell picked up a thick folder resting on the polished mahogany desk. Inside were documents and photographs detailing Lenox’s operations, some financial trails that pointed to Emma’s likely location. He thumbed through them, but his focus began to waver.His mind drifted to Emma. How was she holding up in captivity? Was she being treated cruelly, or was
My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 34: Shadow Games
Lenox leaned back in his leather armchair, his sharp eyes fixed on the man standing before him. The spy, a tall man dressed in all black clothing, standing firm under Lenox’s intense gaze. His updates had been reliable so far, and Lenox expected no less today.“Well?What do you have for me?” Lenox asked with a calm baritone voice, quite intimidating.The spy cleared his throat. “Katherine, the woman Maxwell’s been seeing, is a restoration artist. She’s been working on his ancestral manor. It seems she’s recently become more involved in his life,” the man began.Lenox placed his hand underneath his chin as he stared at the man,“Go on,” he said. “She was spotted leaving Maxwell’s apartment building earlier this evening.She looked quite happy. Blushing, even,”the man continued.Lenox raised an eyebrow, his posture changed as though he heard something that amused him yet his face remained unchanged. "Blushing, you say? Like someone who’s been thoroughly charmed?” Lenox asked. “Exactly,”
My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 35: Cracks In The Foundation
James got up earlier than usual that morning and left his estate. His departure was marked by silence, except for the sound of the engine as his sleek black sedan drove down the cobblestone driveway and onto the busy road. He leaned back in his seat, staring out at the rolling countryside, his mind a cloud of thoughts. The weight of his plans, years in the making, now felt almost achieved but also marked with the the sense of disaster.The news of a proposed merger between his company, and Richard Hawthorn’s empire had been in his mind for the past few weeks. It wasn’t the merger itself that troubled him. It was the suddenness of it, the way it had materialized without his full control. Was Lenox trying to play games with his business already?James despised surprises. Every detail of his life and business was meticulously planned and this development threatened to disrupt everything.To the outside world, James was a businessman with a spotless reputation. But beneath the disti
My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 36: Fire And Fury
James leaned back in his leather chair, the weight of his latest decision pressing against his chest. The soft glow of his office lamp illuminated the stack of documents on his desk. Each page contained strategies and plans to dismantle Omega Industries, a chessboard where every move had to be precise. But James was confident. Lenox had crossed a line, and now, James would retaliate.What he didn’t realize was that the line Lenox had crossed wasn’t impulsive—it was deliberate. Within the walls of James company, Lenox had planted seeds of betrayal. Among James’ most trusted advisors, there were spies men and women whose loyalty belonged not to James but to the very man he sought to destroy. Lenox had spent a heavy sum in buying their loyalty. Every whispered plan, every calculated strategy, had already made its way to Lenox's ear.Lenox sat in the dimly lit study of his estate, the cigar he was smoking between his fingers. The room smelled of rich leather and smoke, his private sanc
My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 37: The Enemy’s Plea
The soft click of Maxwell’s cufflinks echoed in the quiet dressing room, the polished silver catching the light of the chandelier above. He tugged the sleeve of his Navy-blue suit into place, ensuring the perfect fit. Tonight’s dinner was one that would solidify his relationship with some of the Silver crescent clan members who were moguls in the banking industry.As Maxwell smoothed his tie, his phone vibrated against the dresser, He glanced at the screen. It was Jackson. “Yes?” Maxwell answered, his tone deep but calm.“Sir,there’s someone at the door. Someone unexpected, I must say,” Jackson spoke, with a bit of hesitation in his voice.Maxwell frowned, curious to know who it was . “Who is it?” he asked. There was a brief pause before Jackson said the name Maxwell hadn’t heard in week but could never forget. “James Cadwell,”Maxwell’s grip on the phone tightened, his jaw clenching. James. The man who had upended his life, taken Emma from him, and partnered with Lenox in a scheme
My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 38: A Test of Allegiance
Maxwell put a call out to Alfred as soon as James was out of sight. He held the phone tightly as he listened to the steady ringing on the other end. When Alfred finally answered, his voice was as composed as ever.“We have a situation.James came to see me today,” he said skipping all pleasantries."As expected, but I didn't think James would move this fast,” Alfred replied, his voice remained calm, but Maxwell could sense the faint anticipation for details in his voice.“Yes. He claims to have information about Emma and where Lenox is keeping her,” Maxwell continued. Alfred’s tone sharpened. “ Good, very good. Did you confirm it?” he asked.“Not yet. But he seemed desperate, almost frantic. He swore he wanted to help bring Lenox down,” Maxwell replied.For the next twenty minutes, the two men analyzed every detail of Maxwell’s interaction with James. They debated the possible motives behind James’s sudden turn, the likelihood of a trap, and the risks involved.“I don’t like being sid
My Darling Ex-Wife Is Unaware I’m Rich Chapter 39: Diverging Paths
The next morning, Maxwell’s phone buzzed on his nightstand. When he saw Katherine’s name flashing on the screen, a faint smile crossed his face. “Good morning, Katherine,” he said, his voice still heavy from sleep.“Good morning, Max, I hope I didn’t wake you,” she replied.“You did, but for you, I don’t mind,” he admitted as he sat up to speak to her properly.She laughed softly. “Well, I was wondering if you’re free today. I thought it might be nice to spend some time together, just us,” she said.Maxwell hesitated for only a moment. “I’d like that. Give me an hour to sort some things out, and I’ll be all yours,” he replied. “Perfect,See you soon,” she replied, her voice couldn't hide the excitement.After ending the call, Maxwell stepped into the adjoining room where Jackson, his bodyguard and new found assistant, was reviewing the day’s itinerary.“Change of plans.Clear my schedule. I’m spending the day with Katherine,” Maxwell said scratching his hair. Jackson raised an eyebrow
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The meeting had dragged on longer than Maxwell anticipated. Once all the finalities were wrapped up, he stood by the massive oak door, his dark eyes roaming the room as the members of the silver crescent clan were dismissed. Every one of them made a brief nod as a mark of respect before leaving.“Alfred,” Maxwell called without turning around. His voice was calm but carried the authority of a leader not to be questioned."Yes, sir," his friend answered with a smile as he and he Father were the only ones left in the room with Maxwell."Send word to Lenox. Tell him my terms are clear. I will see him, but, only in the Clan's headquarters, nowhere else," Maxwell continued.Alfred gave a respectful bow. “Understood, sir. I’ll handle it immediately,” he said.Maxwell nodded, "we both know this formality is bullshit, so stop calling me sir" he said as he turned around and went up the staircase leading to the private wing of his house.Katherine was upstairs by the window. She watched the
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Maxwell relaxed in his seat and finished the last piece of pancake on his plate. The warmth of the morning sun, poured over the table in the dinning. Katherine, was sitting beside him, she moved her coffee mug, and gazed up at the ceiling.They hadn’t spoken much that morning, but the silence wasn’t entirely uncomfortable, it was more like the calm before a storm.A silent knock on the door was heard before Jackson came into the room, as always, dressed in black. Behind him, a group of guards carried items they recovered from Maxwell’s former apartment. One by one climbed on the stairs to put the boxes into one of the guest rooms. Jackson, however, lingered behind, his demeanor was however a bit hesitant."Sir may I have a word with you, in private," Jackson said calmly, but in a way that wasn't obvious. Katherine’s head raised up, her expression unreadable but tense. Maxwell saw the hint of concern on her face."Whatever it is, you can say it in front of her," Maxwell said in a c
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Light reflections streamed through the curtains in her room while Emma drank her coffee and the thoughts of Maxwell filled her head. When she went to see him in the clinic, previously, she had been unwelcomed and uncomfortable by Katherine's overprotective yet polite presence. It hadn’t gone well. But she could not let that be the reason she'd stay away from the man she loved.With a renewed determination, Emma dressed carefully, choosing a soft blue blouse and jeans, casual but polished. She got her hair into a tidy ponytail and reached for her car keys before leaving the house. Maxwell had a soft spot for small, kind gestures, and so she stopped first at the farmer's market to get him some of his favorite fruits.The market was bustling with activity when she arrived. She walked around the stalls, her former memories clinging to her, dragging her back to a time Maxwell would talk about the juiciest strawberries or crunchiest apples. She picked out a box of strawberries, a clust
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Katherine's car came to a stop at the main gate of Maxwell's Manor. She called Jackson from her cell and he told the guards at the gate to let her in. She drove and parked on the gravel driveway. The manor, looked way better than she remembered it. It had been a while since she stepped on the grounds after she finished her work. Katherine barely noticed the guards as she stepped out of the car, her heart was still racing. She had never been so frightened yet so determined. Grabbing her bag she climbed the stone steps and pushed the doors open.Maxwell was in the living room, and was seated in a high backed chair beside the fire. He had come down a few minutes earlier to stretch his legs and relax. He looked away from the flames and turned towards the sound of the door. He barely risen before Katherine rushed toward him.“Maxwell!” she cried, throwing her arms around him. Tears flowed down her cheeks as she held on to him, her entire body shook mildly.Katherine, It’s all righ
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Lenox paced his dimly lit office, the air was thick with the aroma of cigars and the scent of old leather. His mind was a could of thoughts as he thought about his brief phone call with Alfred. The confidence in Alfred’s tone was undeniable, and it left Lenox feeling nervous.Gerald, his trusted associate, had been missing for days, and now he knew why. Alfred had him. But Gerald being taken wasn’t the problem , the real threat lay in what Gerald knew. For the past weeks, Lenox had built his faction’s financial wealth with him as well as a network of plans and resources that had them in a more advantageous position than Maxwell and his allies. Gerald was privy to every detail. The offshore accounts, shipments, and even safehouse locations. If Alfred extracted this information, Lenox’s faction would crumble overnight.Another alarming thing was Gerald had knowledge of the key warehouse locations where Lenox stored cash reserves and other critical assets. If Maxwell’s faction
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Maxwell sat quietly in the back seat of the car, his gaze fixed on the countryside as they drove away from the clinic. The previous week had been quite the cycle of recovery mixed with the residual pain, and exhaustion. Despite having been released from the hospital, he was cautioned against going home in a hurry. The lingering effects of the poison continued to be present in his body, and he would experience some of those symptoms. But Maxwell was particularly concerned with a list of other problems especially with the matters of the Clan.Alfred, his partner in crime had come to pick him up and sat with him in the car. He had come along with some of his personal guards for extra protection, and Maxwell did not object. The air was filled with an unspoken urgency.“Alfred.How’s the progress on the restoration of the manor?” Maxwell asked, his voice was weak but clear enough to be heard.Alfred stared at him, wondering why he asked. “It’s finished. Exactly as you requested. The
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Alfred slumped in his chair and the shadow of the laptop screen fell across his face as he looked through the offshore balance on the screen. Transfers of money were being processed. It wasn’t his first time handling such financial matters, but the weight of responsibility since Gerald made the transfer felt a bit heavier. Since his temporary as the second-in-command of Silver crescent Clan, Alfred understood that sometimes , money could be classified as the common denominator of life and death.His focus broke abruptly when his father’s voice echoed through the house. "Alfred!" Marcus called, his tone unusually joyful.Alfred shut down the laptop and walked out of his room. He saw Marcus in the corridor, and his face was ecstatic with joy as If a child with a playful experience. "Maxwell’s awake!" Marcus exclaimed, his voice trembling with emotion.Alfred paused for just a second and allowed the statement to register. In that instant a smile appeared on his face which showed a m
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Chapter 65
Emma forced the door shut as she entered her parents home with anger still bubbling within her. The sound of the wooded door being shut startled her mother who was sitting in the living room not far away. Her face was flushed, her jaw tight and it seemed like she was in the brink of tears .Fiona turned to face her daughter, Emma's mood was obvious across the living room.Fiona paused to drop off her knitting needles. Her face changed as she frowned in distress. Putting aside her work she stood up and moved over to her daughter whose anger and pain was plainly visible.“Emma? What’s wrong, sweetheart? You look upset.” Fiona asked gently, her voice soft but curious. Emma bit her lower lip as the look in her eyes gave off a suppressed anger. For a moment, she hesitated, but the emotion bubbling inside her proved too much to contain."It's that woman Katherine," Emma said and with that she slumped onto the sofa, looking defeated.Fiona sat beside her, waiting patiently for her daughter
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Liam pulled the SUV up to the rear of the compound, the sound of the engine replaced by silence of midnight. Behind him, two of Alfred's men opened the back of the vehicle and carried Gerald’s body onto their shoulders. They had knocked him unconscious as he continued to struggle in their way to Marcus' house."Come on," Liam whispered and his voice was low so as not to wake Marcus up by that time.They moved him behind trees through the shadows of the compound, their movements were calculated , their only source of light was the moon but that was okay as they recognized the compound off heart. Liam opened the large wooded door that led to the basement, a place that was either used for storage or activities they didn't want others to be aware of. As they entered, they found only one light bulb was lit. At the center of the spacious but almost dark room was Alfred who sat behind a desk at the center of the room, calm and deliberate as ever. Upon the desk lay a bottle of whiskey
