Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 54 The Big Showdown

I couldn’t wait to get to the office in the morning.

I called Johnson and asked for detailed information about Lauren. I picked up on the hidden meaning

behind his words and learned that Lauren had her sights on Matthew.

Considering what I witnessed between them the other day, I remembered Matthew looking slightly shifty.

After all, once a man stole a kiss, he would likely crave more.

My heart stung again. I once thought overcoming difficulties would solidify our love. I never expected Matthew not to be my soulmate. Still, I didn’t have time for sorrow and had to take matters into my own

hands to save myself.

The information Ivanna uncovered shocked me even more. Indeed, all three Murphys had accounts. Melanie owned properties and had a construction and renovation company registered with a capital of

1.5 million dollars.

Though the company didn’t have many projects, its cash flow was substantial. It was clear where the money was coming from. With a registration amounting to 1.5 million, it was evident that Matthew had

been profiting over the years.

The deposits under Henry and Grace’s names even exceeded seven figures. I burst into laughter when I saw the data. Matthew was ruthless and calculating. It was an all–out family affair.

All their accounts were full except for mine, the legally wedded spouse. His intentions were apparent to everyone else, while I remained oblivious. A chill ran down my spine because he had deceived me so

mercilessly.

lost my youth, marriage, and deep affection for him. I clenched my teeth

I would have to

possessions.

this information, I was conflicted about keeping a complete family for my

the fact that my family was collapsing before me. I

familial affection

it. There was no trace of familial affection left. The Murphys

as an obstacle now. My role

and her smile could light up a room. How

have such a sick bastard for a father? My heart ached, and I felt helpless

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received a message on WhatsApp from Melanie. It contained a picture of her at a car dealership, so I bolted to my feet and headed straight to Matthew’s empty office. I

a private investigator.

along when I went to meet him. I briefed him about Lauren and

they’ve never interacted, we must create them.”

exclaimed, “You want to set up a dogfight?! How can we

with us follow our plan? That might be tricky!”

said, “I can manage that. It’s only

a couple of rotten

can help spread the word,” Ivanna promised me,

a storm throughout the city.”

I

then? If it creates

at Ivanna meaningfully. “Do you want

rather see all three