Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

3 The Final Encounter

3 The Final Encounter

As Emma approached the front door of her mother in–law’s section of the grand mansion, the chatter inside ceased abruptly. Stepping into the opulent foyer, her heart filled with a mix of sorrow and disdain. This mansion, once a symbol of her marital dreams, was now a hollow shell.

Her mother–in–law’s voice broke the silence, dripping with scorn. “So the lost daughter finally returns. Where have you been wandering, Emma? I expected you here at 8AM to help with the guests. Or did you delude yourself into thinking you could do better than Alex after the divorce? You’re nothing but a social climber, always beneath us. Now get in the kitchen and don’t you dare embarrass me in front of my guests.”

Alex, having built his own business empire from the ground up, had a mother who was as ambitious as she was scornful, especially towards Emma’s supposedly humble origins.

Emma’s gaze swept over the kitchen, bustling in preparation for the guests as stewards, housemaids, chefs hurried to cook and make things right and available. Her mother–in–law had always relished overworking and demeaning her during these gatherings, refusing to let the servants assist.

Before Emma could respond, Bella interjected with a feigned smile. “Aunt, shouldn’t I help Emma? It wouldn’t do for your guests to think I can’t manage simple household tasks.”

Her mother–in–law pulled Bella back, her contempt for Emma clear. “Why compare yourself to her? She’s meant for menial tasks, but you, Bella, you’re a star. You should be treated like one here.”

Bella protested, “But Aunt, as a guest, I can’t just sit idly while others work.”

the family, Emma

felt a bitter laugh escape her lips.

her. “How dare you interrupt! Get to work!”

her voice steady, replied, “You seem to have forgotten, or maybe you haven’t heard. Alex and I are officially divorced. Maybe Bella should showcase her culinary skills instead? After all,

turned to gather her belongings, determined to leave behind the possessions that now symbolized her pain.

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path. You’re really leaving us for good, then?” She was both surprised and

is there?” Emma responded, pushing past her, only to be confronted by Alex

the mansion after seeing his own lawyer, worried about Bella encountering his ex–wife. Seeing Emma, his concern morphed

asked, his voice filled with care.

disregard for her. Bella immediately switched into acting mode, looking

Emma?” Alex spun around to glare at

“Can’t you see Bella’s fine?

to remain

smartphone. “Is this your