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.

Ethan quietly wheeled Davis along a side path, away from the flashing cameras and eager

his image from public eyes. Though, it’s supposed to be a grand event but with so many situations around them, it better to be

played in the background, creating a calm and welcoming mood. Waiters moved around

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

seating was arranged in a smart way, leaving enough space for everyone to move and relax comfortably. Above, a grand chandelier shone brightly, casting golden

with towering LED screens, poised

screen just as

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

A bold move—not common, but one

to leave room for surprises — a backup plan, just in case something went

His speech addressed the

the

joined by a few close friends who had come to support

remained distracted, constantly checking his phone. After a

"Put her on the phone," he said

moment later, her voice—though groggy—floated through the line. Davis’s tension melted totally. He spoke to her gently. "Awake? How are

a brief but warm exchange—coaxing and teasing her, he ended the

exchanged knowing glances. "You’re

chuckled. "Wait until you find

the MC announced that it was time

Davis was supposed to speak live, but Jessica had changed the plan and arranged for an audio speech instead. A move

succinct but heartfelt speech. He spoke of resilience, gratitude, and the future. Most importantly, he credited his wife as the soul behind the

was unveiled on

J&D GLOBALS

through

seemed to be going smoothly and under control... until

with a breaking news alert. Within seconds, phones buzzed, and whispers

#BREAKING NEWS#

"New company Investors Beware."

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