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.

eyes to look directly at Cathy. Taking a deep breath, she continued, “Once Jessa is released, ensure she is kept under control and does not target me again. If she does, I will be forced to resolve both

signaled a maid, whispering instructions. The maid departed

the lawsuit and ensure Jessa’s release. I will then disclose how I reached out

paused briefly, then nodded in

𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙩: g𝗮𝗅𝗇𝗈𝗏𝗲𝗅𝘀꞉𝗰𝗼𝗺

“And…”

serious as she met Belinda’s gaze. “Keep our agreement secret from the Miller and Cox families. Until our deal is

puzzled but determined for Joyce’s

the old phone. “Don’t forget your

tight smile. “You can

late. You should head back now. I’d rather not have