Chapter 27
Chapter 27
“Never knew you would be this unpredictable. I mean, you made up that miscarriage story to guilt trip Ethan into marrying you,
the man remarked, his eyes scanning the expanse of the opulent office.
Months had passed since Ethan’s divorce, yet Bella remained unsettled in her marriage. Unbeknownst to her, Ethan’s heart. still
yearned for Hazel, and Bella couldn’t shake the feeling that she was merely a stand-in for the woman who had captured Ethan’s
thoughts and dreams. Despite being at Ethan’s side, she felt like a substitute, and he hadn’t officially made her Luna
yet.
Then, the turning point arrived on a night marked by a fierce argument that left Bella in a storm of emotions. Her impulsive
decision to storm off led to a harrowing collision with one of Ethan’s enemies. Faced with the urgent need to secure her hold on
Ethan, a devious plan began to take shape in her mind. The idea of a fabricated pregnancy and miscarriage seemed like the
perfect weapon to manipulate Ethan’s emotions. To her surprise, it worked like a charm. Ethan, consumed by guilt, became more
considerate toward her, halting his relentless quest for Hazel and marrying Bella trying to make it up to her. Gabriel couldn’t help
but chuckle in amusement as he witnessed Bella’s predicament. “Who would have known he would still be nampalated and guilt-
tripped by you five years after, he mused, his voice dripping with sarcasm.
The man who seemed to take pleasure in Bella’s discomfort, laughed out loud. That’s why he’s with you, isn’t it? Because he
feels guilty and sorry,” he taunted, his laughter echoing in the room
Bella’s patience wore thin, and annoyance colored her features. “Stop it,” she snapped, her voice laced with irritation. She
refused to let this man’s words undermine her confidence. “I am still Luna,” she declared, her head held high in defiance. A
wicked grin played on the man’s l*ps as he advanced towards her, his authoritative presence casting a shadow over her. “Yes,
but a fake one,” he asserted, his tone dripping with superiority. “I made you who you are right now, cleaned up your messes.
Even when you framed Hazel and faked the mate bond too. I did all that for you,” he stated firmly, towering above her
He relished in the discomfort he caused, his laughter ringing out. “I wonder what the Alpha’s reaction would be when he finds out
he’s been fooled all along. Wow! It’s going to be wild,” he added, his amusement growing.
Bella’s complexion paled, and her frustration boiled within her. “What do you want?” she asked in a panic, her hands clenched at
her sides. She yearned to erase the smugness from his face and make him disappear.
“What do I want?” he repeated, his amusement vanishing as he gripped her wrist forcefully, pinning her to the door. “This was all
supposed to be for revenge, Abigail,” he spat, his tone filled with resentment. “But you became all caught up in playing Luna. You
love being the expensive, classy wife of a prominent man, don’t you? You forgot all about everything.” Bella’s voice wavered as
fear crept in. I didn’t, she protested, her eyes wide with fright.
His anger flared, and he shook her fiercely. “What I want is very simple, he declared, his eyes filled with rage. “What I want is for
Ethan and everything that belongs to him to burn” His grip on Bella intensified, his voice dripping with malice as he uttered his
ominous desires.
“That is what I want,” he muttered, his head jerking from side to side, his gaze fixed on some unseen specter in the room. His
crazed demeanor sent shivers down Bella’s spine, making her back away until she collided with the wall.
“What I want. What I want,” he repeated maniacally, his laughter filling the room. Bella, overwhelmed by fear, couldn’t help but
cry out, “Stop it!”
Ignoring her cries, he continued his senseless ramblings, appearing utterly unhinged. Then, suddenly, he paused, fixing his
vacant gaze on her for what felt like an eternity while she remained frozen in place. It was as if he had momentarily snapped out
of his madness.
Blinking several times, he seemed to regain his composure, taking a deep breath and closing his eyes. “I’ll be watching you.
Every single time he declared before turning and vanishing from her presence.
Bella’s legs gave way, and she sank to the floor in weakness. She remained there for a long while before gradually regaining her
strength. Slowly, she began to pace around her lavishly appointed office, which overlooked the sprawling city below. She
cherished her current life, reveling in the power, wealth, and influence she had attained, not to mention her marriage to Ethan
Those were things she couldn’t hear to lose
She realized she needed to take action regarding Gabriel While her initial intentions for getting close to Ethan had been driven
by revenge, over time, she had fallen deeply in love with him. She cherished her role as the Luna and all the power and influence
it brought her. She couldn’t simply discard everything she had worked for in pursuit of some revenge,
Gabriel had disappeared only to reuirface unexpectedly now. Bella couldn’t help but wonder about his ulterior motives. One thing
was clear: Ethan innst never find out about her past involvement with Gabriel. The consequences of such a fevelation would be
dire, and Ethan would likely never forgive her. She resolved to protect her position as Luma at all costs
Hazel gracefully moved through the bustling streets, her every step linged with a sense of urgency. Clutching her hielbag
tralintained s poised and confident posture, hier firstly tied ponytail accentuati
anded an air of Boplastication and wyle that garnered adiniring glances from passersby, both men and women alike. Fler
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presence was akin to that of a runway model, effortlessly commanding attention and respect.
With a delicate touch, she adjusted her wristwatch while hailing a taxi. As she settled into the vehicle, she retrieved her laptop,
meticulously making final adjustments to her proposal. The taxi navigated through the city streets, finally coming to halt in front of
the impressive Tesco Empire building Hazel exited the taxi gracefully, her heart pounding with a mix of excitement and anxiety.
Although this was her second visit, the grandeur of the building never ceased to amaze her
She reached for her phone to call Chloe, her colleague and friend, who had been tasked with securing their spot at the company.
However, just as she was about to dial, a tap on her shoulder startled her. Turning around, she met Chloe’s eager
face
“Why are you out here?” Hazel asked, a hint of nervousness in her voice
Chloe had been sent ahead to ensure their small design company had a spot to make their presntat at securing the coveted
interior design contract with Tesco Empire but she has gotten overwhelmed. The competition was fierce, Hazel recognized
industry giants like Scarlet Innovation and Big Bang in the running
“We’re facing some serious competition, Chloe replied anxiously, the weight of their task evident in her tone.
As they entered the bustling reception area, representatives from various companies were vying for attention, their folders filled
with proposals. Hazel felt a surge of anxiety. The competition was formidable, and their dreams hinged on winning
this contract.
Approaching the front desk, they were greeted by a professional-looking woman who inquired about the purpose of their
visit.
“J.T. Interview,” Hazel explained succinctly.
The woman nodded and collected their folders before leading them to an elevator, each of them assigned a serial number,
Company representatives were being summoned into the boardroom to present their offers, and the tension in the air was
palpable.
Hazel couldn’t shake the unease settling in her stomach. They had secured a similar contract before but lost it due to unforeseen
circumstances. She worried about the impending meeting with the CEO, fearing that their hard work over the past eight months
might go to waste.
Hours passed, and finally, a company staff member exited the boardroom.
“Starlight,” she called, and both Hazel and Chloe stood up, heading for the door of the boardroom. However, nothing could have
prepared Hazel for the sight that awaited her inside. Seated at the head of the table was her ex-husband, Ethan. Her hands
trembled, and she inadvertently dropped the things she was carrying, including the prototype of their design, which shattered on
the floor.