My Ex-Husband Wants Me Back by Cheryl Moore

Chapter 9

By the end of the day, Kimberly was so exhausted that she almost collapsed to the ground.

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Esther Hansley, the maid at the Larson residence, added Kimberly’s favorite rose. petals into the bathwater that the former had prepared for the latter.

As the sound of the piano piece Kimberly loved reverberated in the room, she lit her favorite vervain–scented candle.

At that moment, she could finally let her guard down and relax temporarily.

Whenever she was Katherine, she felt like a puppet as she had to accommodate her life to Christopher’s schedule.

Nonetheless, she was free most of the time when being Katherine.

On the other hand, whenever she took on the role of Kimberly, her schedule became utterly packed. She did not dare to slack off in the least.

Even so, she preferred being herself. Only at times like this could she freely express her own thoughts, feelings, and dignity.

Meanwhile, Levine Group remained brightly lit. All employees were working overtime.

In the CEO’s office was Christopher, who asked, “Are you sure that the CEO of Larson Corporation has gotten replaced?”

So much had happened that he did not pay much attention to the status of his competitor.

“Yes, Mr. Levine. The eldest daughter of the Larson family, Kimberly Larson, has just been appointed the new CEO,” answered Felix politely.

“Larson Corporation has announced on social media that they’re gathering stories. related to ‘Queen. They must be speeding up the launch of their latest jewelry collection,” said Christopher with a thoughtful gaze and cold aura. “It seems like we shouldn’t underestimate whoever this woman is as she wants to take advantage of our downfall by snatching up market shares.”

The jewelry business of Levine Group had dwindled significantly at this point.

Fortunately, as public relations had stepped in to rescue things promptly, the company. could slowly regain its lost market shares.

“Inform the sales and marketing department to give our loyal customers a 20 percent discount, while new customers get 15 percent,” Christopher instructed.

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He knew the cost–performance ratio would not be too high if a well–known company like his wanted to fight a price war.

Yet, drastic times called for extreme measures. As long as his company survived this crisis, he believed it could bounce back in the future.

had some admiration for the mysterious Kimberly.

that, Felix was utterly befuddled. “Mr. Levine, didn’t you tell me a few days ago to stop keeping an eye

become so temperamental? Could he still have

low voice, “I want you to investigate both of

nothing to do with each other, but Christopher’s sharp instincts and senses told

Mr. Levine.” With that, Felix slipped out of the

had become increasingly difficult to serve his

CEO.

always been a dependable

latter showed no progress in the investigation of Katherine’s whereabouts,

check on two people,” said Christopher on the phone.

end of the phone was Noah Coleman, Christopher’s

that not even you, the great Christopher, can handle?” Noah teased. He

Christopher after so many years.

more serious subordinates are getting less

days of

stern voice asked, “Who do you want to investigate? Give

sent the only information he had on Katherine to Noah. As for Kimberly, he knew nothing

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you kidding me? As the saying goes, you can’t make bricks without straw. You’re

complicated situation Christopher was facing. He genuinely was not withholding any details about the two women at

did not dare to return home. before settling

at the mansion where

as the image of the unlikeable Katherine appeared in his

and tell himself that she was a shameless woman that would do anything to achieve her goals. To

William’s daughter, who was also Kimberly’s cousin, Whitney, was throwing a tantrum upon finding out that she

banging on the door. To the former’s surprise, the latter was not in the room.

not

returned, her dreams shattered. On top of that, Kimberly even wanted

only throw a hissy fit by scattering things. around the former’s room.

it. If your grandfather finds out, he’ll send you abroad straight away. By

world to revolve around her? I’m the actual wealthy young heiress that grew up here. All this time, we’ve lived under the

William quickly interrupted, “My beloved daughter, you shouldn’t say such nonsense in the future. You might get into trouble. Listen to me. I’ll ensure our new home is as well–renovated as this place,

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