A Second Chance with the CEO After Divorce

Chapter 368:

Belinda was elated. “Then—”

“But …” Cathy cut her off coldly. “I have one more condition.”

Belinda glanced up, her voice tinged with curiosity. “What’s the request?”

“About Jessa…” Cathy’s tone carried a trace of resolve. She hadn’t forgotten the woman who had borne the blame for her. “Drop all the charges against her and let her come back.”

Silence enveloped the room as Belinda processed the request. Memories flickered in her mind: Jessa’s commanding presence as she directed the men in black to strike her, and Joyce’s smug expression as she casually rested her hands on her cheeks. These images lingered briefly before fading.

After a thoughtful pause, Belinda closed her eyes, a bitter smile touching her lips. “Okay, I promise you.” Thoughts of Joyce surfaced in her mind. A simple message to Joyce’s family to check on her well-being would bring Belinda peace. Joyce had been the first friend she made in Nawrin—welcoming her without concern for her rural origins and sharing every new experience. In honor of that friendship, Belinda was prepared to overlook her grievances and release the woman who had nearly caused her demise.

kept under control and does not target me again. If she does, I will be forced to resolve both our past and current disputes. When that time

She signaled a maid, whispering instructions. The maid departed swiftly and returned soon after with an antiquated phone in

“Miss Nelson, here is the first step of our agreement. Take this phone. Next, cancel the lawsuit and ensure Jessa’s release. I will then disclose how I reached out to the Scott family. Convince Anthony next. Once Kristopher

then

𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙩: g𝗮𝗅𝗇𝗈𝗏𝗲𝗅𝘀꞉𝗰𝗼𝗺

“And…”

agreement secret from the Miller and Cox families. Until our deal is complete, you

for Joyce’s

the old phone. “Don’t

lips curved into a tight smile. “You can count

watch. “It’s late. You should head back now. I’d