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.

some admiration for the mysterious Kimberly. Immediately, he changed the topic, asking. “By the way, is there still no news of the woman?”

was utterly befuddled. “Mr. Levine, didn’t you tell me a

wondered, “Since when has Mr. Levine become so temperamental? Could he still have feelings

in a low voice, “I want you to

with each other, but Christopher’s sharp instincts and senses told him

With that, Felix slipped out of the

had

CEO.

eyes, Felix had always been a dependable

the latter showed no progress in the investigation of Katherine’s whereabouts, which made Christopher a little

run a background check on two people,” said

other end of the phone was Noah Coleman, Christopher’s childhood friend, who was

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

after so many years.

getting less reliable each

any information even after days of investigation,” said

in an instant. His stern voice asked, “Who do you want to investigate? Give me

only information he had on Katherine to Noah. As for Kimberly,

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me? As the saying goes, you can’t make bricks without straw. You’re basically asking me to look for a

complicated situation Christopher was facing. He genuinely was not

Maxwell, Christopher did not dare to return home. before settling the matter.

at the mansion where Katherine previously

space out unexpectedly as the image of the unlikeable Katherine appeared

he would quickly snap to his senses and tell himself that she was a shameless woman

who was also Kimberly’s cousin, Whitney, was throwing a tantrum upon finding out that she had to leave the place in three days.

banging on the door. To the former’s surprise, the

with her cousin. If Kimberly had not returned, Whitney would have become

shattered. On top of that, Kimberly even wanted to chase

throw a hissy fit by

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

heiress that grew up here. All this time, we’ve lived under the shadow of Uncle Cameron and his family. Luck is finally on our side, so we should hold our heads

the future. You might get into trouble. Listen to me. I’ll ensure our new home is as well–renovated as this place, or should I say, even better.”

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