Chapter 2
Matthew sighed in relief, leaning against her with a hint of a playful pout.[]
“We haven’t really been… close… since you had the baby. Tonight…“]
Sophie’s stomach churned. Just as she was about to speak his phone rang.]
Matthew shot her a guilty look, turning his back to answer. When he hung up, his voice was urgent.]
“Babe, emergency at the office. I have to go
He grabbed his coat and rushed out. Sophie’s heart seized. She quietly got in her car and followed.]
Matthew’s car pulled to a stop in front of that hidden villa
A few minutes later, Monica sauntered over and slid into the passenger seat. The car immediately started rocking violently, leaving no doubt about what was happening inside
Sophie opened the listening app on her phone.[]
The irony was sickening. She’d planted the bug years ago, worried about him during business trips. Now, it was her tool for catching a cheater.]]
“Good thing you faked that stomachache to get me over here. Otherwise, I’d have to spend another night playing the part at home.“]
Matthew’s voice, laced with heavy breathing, came through the speaker. “You’ve kept yourself in much better shape. Sophie’s covered in stretch marks… it just kills the mood for me.“]
ed back
Monica panted back. “Then don’t go back tonight. Stay with me.”
Matthew’s movements grew more intense. Clearly, the car wasn’t enough, because a few moments later he was carrying Monica into the villa.[]
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Sophie sat frozen in her car all night, unable to comprehend how the man who had once sworn he loved her more than life itself could have become this person.
The next morning, just as she was pretending to wake up, Matthew walked in, his hair still damp from a recent shower.
“Sophie, get up. I’m taking you to an auction today. They’ve got some antiques I know you’ll love.“[]
He leaned down to kiss her forehead, his voice as gentle as it used to be.]
Sophie hesitated, but went with him.]
At the auction house, Monica suddenly appeared, wearing a red dress with a slit so high it was blinding[]
“Mr. Wilson, let me take your coat for you.“[]
Matthew recoiled as if she were toxic, his voice glacial
Tm here with my wife. What are you doing here?”
All eyes immediately turned to them. Monica bit her lip, looking at Sophie with a wounded expression. “But you need an assistant, sir…”
Everyone knew Matthew doted on Sophie. Their wedding had been the event of the year, attended by every major figure in the city.
Whispers immediately started. Matthew tightened his arm around Sophie’s waist, frowning. “Monica, you are not needed here. Go back to the office.“]
Under the scornful gazes of the crowd, Monica fled in tears.
Matthew gently kissed Sophie’s forehead and guided her to their seats.[]
But Sophie could feel the irritation radiating from him.]
As several
litems
went up
for auction, his eyes were distant, and his foot tapped restlessly under the table
Then, a gem called the “Heart of Radiance” was presented. Matthew immediately made a sky–lantern bid, signaling he would pay any price, then stood up.
“Sophie, I’ll be right back. Bid on anything you
like ”
Everyone stared at Sophie with envy. “Mr. Wilson truly adores his wife… a sky–lantern bid!”
“Well, she is a Harris. She wouldn’t be interested in just anything.“]
Sophie paid them no mind. She followed him out. As she neared the women’s restroom, she heard disgusting noises coming from one of the stalls.
“You little devil,” Matthew’s breathless voice said. “Who told you to wear that dress? Wasn’t three times this morning enough for you?”
“You were the one who was mean to me.” Monica purred, a note of pouty hurt in her voice. “Maybe you should have thought about this before you sent me away.“]
Matthew seemed to sigh. “Behave. She’s my wife in name, and all these important people are here because of the Harris family. You know that.”
Monica let out a small, tearful moan. “But I’m your legal wife! When do I get to be the one standing by your side?”
“Don’t start,” Matthew’s voice turned cold. “We agreed to keep this quiet. Don’t cross the line.“]
He paused, his tone softening. “The gem I just bought is for you. As compensation.”
“I want a wedding tool Bigger than Sophie’s!”
The rest of her words were lost in the sound of wet, sloppy kisses!
Sophie’s stomach revolted. She staggered out of the auction house, leaning against a wall and gagging[]
So this was the real Matthew Wilson.
He gave her the title in public, but saved his real affection for Monica and their son
His carefully constructed image of a loving husband was just a game to make a fool of her. The fake marriage certificate, the lavish wedding–it was all a sick joke.
She closed her eyes and took a deep breath, telling herself, “Six more days. Just get through six more days and it’s over.”
She immediately called her assistant. “Liquidate all my shares and projects at Wilson Corp. Prepare the transfer agreements.“]
But her assistant’s next words made her blood run cold.
“Ms. Harris, the ‘Guardian Project you were heading… it was transferred to Assistant Moore’s name last monthr]]
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