Forced Marriage: My Wife, My Redemption by Lilyheart

Chapter 236: what are our options?

The city of Noveria looked stunning at night. Tall buildings lit up in different colors, and the neon lights gave the city a beautiful, glowing look.

Each color reflected off glass buildings and steel towers, painting the metropolis with a panoramic glow of modern elegance.From a distance, it almost looked magical.

A sleek black car cruised through the city’s bustling streets. Its polished surface mirrored the passing streetlights, creating fleeting shadows on its windows.

Advertisements played on large screens around the city, all showing the same message — the grand relaunch of J&D Globals, and a final reminder for everyone to attend before the event doors closed.

Inside the car, Ethan sat in the front passenger seat, his face serious and focused. He had a laptop open on his lap, typing quickly and checking the last-minute details for the event.

At the back of the car, Davis sat silently. His head rested against the seat, and his eyes were closed.

He looked calm, but his hand was tightly clenched around his phone and the tense lines on his face told a different story. His lips were pressed into a thin line, and his eyebrows were slightly furrowed with worry.

His thoughts drifted constantly—away from the event, Now and then, Ethan would speak up to ask something, and Davis would force himself to answer, snapping himself back to the present.

At one point, Davis opened his eyes and quickly dialed a number. The call connected almost immediately.

"Is she awake? Is the doctor still there?" he asked, his voice tight with suppressed emotion.

"Everything is fine, sir. But she hasn’t woken up yet," came Deborah’s calm and clear response.

Davis let out a quiet sigh, then whispered, "Thank you," before ending the call.

About an hour later, the car slowed down at the gates of the Grand Elite Hotel. The hotel stood tall and elegant, glowing in golden light. It looked as grand as its name, with beauty and luxury written all over it.

Outside the hotel, the media was already in place. Reporters and camera crews stood near the entrance, waiting eagerly to snap photos and catch the latest news.

A long red carpet stretched from the front door all the way into the inner hall, ready for guests to make their entrance. A crowd of reporters and media personnel already gathered and cameras ready to capture every arriving guest.

Luxury cars kept arriving, and guests stepped out in stylish suits and sparkling dresses, smiling as they walked down the red carpet.

But Davis and Ethan didn’t follow the crowd.

wheeled Davis along a side

give Davis privacy and protect his image from public eyes. Though, it’s supposed to be a grand event but with so many

warm and elegant. Soft music played in the background, creating a calm and welcoming mood. Waiters moved around the hall, offering drinks and snacks

table was filled with all kinds of delicious food, ready for guests to enjoy. Around the hall, guests greeted each other, shook hands, made toasts, and exchanged business ideas. Laughter, conversation, and the clinking of glasses filled

smart way, leaving enough space for everyone to move and relax comfortably.

of the hall, the main stage stood ready—decorated with towering LED screens, poised to broadcast the relaunch presentation and showcase the company’s new

screen just as

timer hit zero, the Master of Ceremony stepped onto the stage, welcoming the guests

A bold move—not common, but one Jessica had insisted upon. A safety net, she’d said. Just

on including it. She wanted to leave room for surprises —

the general manager, took the stage. His speech addressed the group’s fall and its long

the LED screens played a reel showcasing the company’s research achievements and

a few close friends who

the festive ambiance, Davis remained distracted, constantly checking his phone. After a few

flooded Davis’ face. "Put her on the phone," he said immediately. He needed to hear

melted totally. He spoke to her

exchange—coaxing and teasing her, he ended the call, a rare smile tugging at

exchanged knowing glances. "You’re seriously henpecked, man," Alex

until you find one

was

had changed the plan and arranged for an audio speech instead. A move to protect him from unwanted attention yet making his

of resilience, gratitude,

was unveiled on the

J&D GLOBALS

through the

joyous and everything seemed to be going smoothly and under control... until the

breaking news alert.

#BREAKING NEWS#

"New company Investors Beware."

a Shell for