Dear Ex-Wife, You Are MINE! novel Chapter 27

ALESSANDRO’S POV

I looked at myself in the mirror. I was always praised for my charms. Women throw themselves before my feet just to get one glance from me.

Just a few days ago, I believed they correctly called me a heartthrob. But now? I don’t feel like it at all.

It seems the patch of a dark circle has become my life partner and the growing stubbles. These blue eyes seemed to lose all their brightness since she stopped looking into them with her soft smile.

Everything these days are frustrating for me. But I slept a little better last night after standing up for Victoria. I did make a move a lot later, yet I did.

I know I deserve to be punished on one side, but on the other side, nothing feels right without her. I want her at all costs! But how?

How will I bring her back to me? Should I kidnap her and lock her up till she agrees? The thought came, and immediately I shot it off from me. No, that would not certainly be a good idea.

I finally reached the office, thinking of thousands of ways to bring her back into my life. While I was still drowning in her thoughts, I heard a knock on the door, and Calvin walked in in an urgent mood.

My left brow automatically raised high. “What happened?”

“I went to a cafe for breakfast before coming here, and...” He scratched his neck, taking a pause and making me impatient in the process.

“And what, Calvin?”

“Boss, I saw Miss Victoria in that cafe. She was very close to a man.”

Immediately I straightened, snapping at him.

“Who?!”

“Well, it seems to be Antonio Edwards, the president of E Shine.”

Fuck! Is she really with that man? How dare she?

I felt consumed by rage as I swept everything off the floor without regard for the chaos and likely damage to my laptop.

The only thing in my mind was Victoria being with some other man. How close are they? Did he touch her? Did they... NO! It can’t be! She can’t do this to me.

“Boss, please calm down,” Calvin rushed beside me, but I had lost control already.

“How dare she cheat on me? HOW?” I growled, grabbing him by his collar.

Calvin gulped but did not move impatiently.

“Boss, you two are divorced already.”

And suddenly, the reality hit me. He is right! Fuck! I left his collar, forcefully pushing him back with pressure. He stumbled on his feet but managed himself somehow.

“Get ready; I want to go to E Shine, NOW.” I declared.

I wanted to leave, but he stopped me. “Boss, wait! E Shine is not accepting visitors today because Reynolds will be there today.”

That was another shock for me. Reynolds! That fucking man! He is a fucking dissembling bastard!

My blood boiled out of limits this time. Not in Victoria now, but on that, Antonio! How dare he allow that bastard near her or any woman!

“Then we are definitely going there, now, without notice,” I announced.

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VICTORIA’S POV

I inhaled a deep breath rubbing my hands together. They are getting cold more and more as at the time Mr. Reynolds’s arrival gets closer.

I am welcoming him alone as Antonio has left for a business trip this morning, which is causing me to feel even more anxious.

I also planned to convince him to support the jewelry show I planned. My first official project was in E Shine. I am happy and nervous at the same time!

Antonio and I had breakfast in our favorite cafe together, and he took his leave after dropping me at the office.

“You alright, ma’am?” Daniel asked for the fifth time since I entered the office. Well, I must say, this guy is an observer. He never let go of any details; as a jewelry designer, it’s very important.

The more I know him and his talent, the more I am proud of my choice. He is an unconventional worker who enjoys having fun and gossiping but can also grasp new information quickly. He has a clever and humorous personality and appears to hold some level of fondness for me.

And sometimes, his words made me feel like he knew me from before! I don’t know why it feels like that, but sometimes we find strangers that feel so close. Moreover, he gives me the vibe of someone so dear to me. Someone I know.

“I’m fine,” I reassured him with a smile and a nod, but he disagreed by shaking his head and exhaling sharply.

“Why lying? I know you are not. This is your first project; you might feel excited and nervous.”

“Certainly, your proposal is beautiful. Just like you. But why?” He arched his brow up. “Why will I support this? What will I get?”

His question caught me off guard. Why is he asking that? Has he forgotten this is freaking E Shine, or perhaps attempting to scrutinize me?

I will answer that if he wants to know. I smiled and held my chin up. “Of course, you will get the exposure as E Shine’s partner and be more valuable than others. E Shine really expects your kind help.”

He chuckled and then leaned forward with his raised brow and somewhat perverted smile.

“Oh darling, so innocent. I am not talking about the company’s state but mine. A very personal one. What do you think about that?”

I frowned. Seriously didn’t know what he was talking about.

“What do you mean?”

He stood up and came beside me, touching my shoulder, and then his hand started traveling down to my arm.

“I am talking about a beautiful advantage for both of us, darling. I heard you got divorced from your husband recently. I am sure Antonio is giving you much, but now his absence can make you frustrated. I can fulfill that. Why don’t you spend a night with me, baby?”

His disgusting whisper gave me disgusting goosebumps. I stood up, getting away from him.

“How dare you? You obnoxious pervert!” I glared at him. But he laughed out loud.

“Oh, there is no point in making a scene, bitch. I know well what a woman like you wants. My one word, either sleep with me or lose the support.”

Anger raised my head. What does he think? Could I do nothing without his help? Oh, sweetheart, you’re mistaken for thinking like that.

Yes, I am organizing this show and want to get help from the partner companies to prove myself and extend my name.

He should know his position better. As I wanted to deny him, he again came to me, tried to touch me, and kept saying objectionable things.

Immediately, I changed my decision and raised my hand to slap him hard to put him on his mind when suddenly, the door of my room burst open only to catch me shocked as my eyes fell on the angry Alessandro!

What the?! Ooh...

A gasp escaped my mouth when Alessandro aimed at Reynolds without hesitation, throwing him painfully on the floor, and started beating the shit out of him!

Good Lord! What is happening here?!