Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 257

“I had to slap Elaine because she had it coming! You think you can just waltz in and play homewrecker with my husband for three years and not expect to catch these hands? I’ve been civil, not leaving you crippled!”

With that, Whitney nonchalantly flicked a marriage certificate onto the table. It instantly caught everyone’s attention.

She flipped it open to reveal a clear photo of her and Ludwik. “Till this day, I’m still the one and only Mrs. Ludwik, folks. And there’s Elaine, strutting around like she’s the fiancée, flaunting her affair with my man. I’d really like to know where she gets off!

Three years ago, when you two had your fancy engagement bash, I was still legally married to Mr. Lippert. You think just because you’re Mr. Big Shot, you can dodge bigamy charges?

Elaine had been bragging in the restroom earlier, saying how she had egged Mr. Lippert on to snatch my Skye Gem Ltd. from me. And what do you know, they’re planning to tie the knot in a month.

As a scorned wife, I was boiling over. That’s why I lashed out.”

Whitney finished her tirade with a smug smile.

Elaine’s face drained of color as she stared at the marriage certificate, a chill creeping into her

gaze.

She turned to Ludwik in desperation.

His eyes were dark and stormy as he glared at Whitney. “How did you get your hands on that?”

He had been keeping the marriage certificate safe for three years!

Whitney raised an eyebrow. “I should thank you for reminding me this morning that we never officially filed the paperwork.”

Back then, she could not let go of the jerk. Thus, right when they had signed the divorce papers. she sneaked into their bedroom and nicked it.

It had been hidden in her new apartment for three years, and just this afternoon, she dug it out. She knew it would come in handy someday.

Elaine wanted to make a move on her company tonight, secure her place as Mrs. Lippert, and have Ludwik announce their wedding plans.

And she had the nerve to throw shade Whitney’s way.

How could Whitney not unveil a grand surprise?

“You’ve been avoiding me for three years, and we’ve been separated long enough. Legally, I could’ve filed for divorce a long time ago!” Ludwik gritted his teeth.

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said, glancing at Elaine, who was seething with fury. “Why. Mr. Lippert, still harboring fantasies about little of

dreams. I just forgot, you shameless woman!” Ludwik

with mischief. “Well, now, unless I file for divorce, it looks like Elaine’s dream wedding next month is just that–a dream. And Elaine, don’t worry about my stained reputation; it’s

the eye of Bryce, who had remained silent till then,

said as he took her hand,

clenched tight. He fanned the flames

despite her scandalous behavior, pulled it off

contrast, Elaine–well, the looks from the other ladies said it

public

years ago was her stepping up

even divorced then.

Mrs. Lippert in Banyan City, flaunting her relationship under everyone’s noses, all because she’s got the Lippert name to hide behind. She seemed so sly earlier, throwing dirt

society ladies, who had been all smiles to Elaine because of the connection to the influential Bartels family and Mr. Lippert, were quick to change their tune. This was their

rage, especially since she could not lash out in front of Ludwik. She glared at Whitney’s retreating

agreement years ago?” she

call to the registrar would have done it. Why had he not taken care

he had not even filed for divorce. Could

married if you’re still hitched to her!”

didn’t pay it any mind.” Ludwik consoled her with a gentle squeeze

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followed the woman departing with two men, a

force her to sign the divorce papers! Elaine, go to the lounge and find

she started, but he was already striding away.

mood darkened further; she did not trust Whitney. With gritted teeth, she ignored the lounge and

leading to the garden, Whitney glanced at Orion and said coolly, “Orion, your cameo for the evening

so now you’re off to frolic with your lover?” Orion sniped, eyeing Bryce.

“That’s right. I should

spoke up warmly, “Why don’t you go freshen up? We

was referring to the auction for Skye Gem Ltd., which was likely to

yanked against the wall by a powerful

shadow loomed over her, and Whitney looked up to see who it