My Ex-Wife Is A Big Shot In Disguise by Lindsay Lewis

Chapter 37
The contracts were announced during the break at the fashion show, and those in the VIP lounge saw the crowd’s reactions through live stream. Of course, Leo, who left midway, was included.
“Have you decided not to renew the contract with the Palmer Group, Jessica? Do you need to reconsider?” Caius analyzed the situation rationally and thought cooperating with the Palmer Group was still feasible. After all, Leo didn’t even know that Sylvia, whom he was trying to negotiate with, was his wife whom he sent abroad on purpose. From a businessman’s perspective, continuing to cooperate with the Palmer Group would be beneficial. He also believed that as long as M&L Studio was willing to renew the contract and the conditions were not too demanding, Leo would agree.
Madison shook her head firmly. “I understand your point, Caius, but I can’t separate my personal and professional lives. I will love and support my family, and I will also punish those who hurt me. So, even if the Palmer Group offered 10 times the previous price, I don’t want to continue cooperating with them.”
She didn’t want any association with Leo, even though he had no idea that she was the one supporting him from behind the scenes. She wasn’t that forgiving. She didn’t even want to earn money with Leo.
Caius nodded after hearing her. “That’s okay. It’s your decision, and I’m just giving
advice.”
Fan ny snorted disapprovingly at Caius’ suggestion. “Why should we make money with that bas ta rd? We have our resources. Do we have to cooperate with him? In my opinion, he should finalize the divorce proceedings quickly so that Jessica can leave the Palmer family and return to the Daves family!”
Caius tried to placate her. “You’re right, Mrs. Smith! It’s my oversight, and I apologize.”
The public display of affection from Fan ny and Caius made the three younger ones feel nvious. Even Samuel, who had grown up watching it, found it hard to stand. He stood ip, saying to Madison, “Jessica, I brought something for you. Want to come with me?”
‘anny immediately saw through Samuel’s intentions. “You don’t want to stay with us. It’s ne. And now you want to take Jessica with you?”

Mom, I’m just speaking the truth,” Samuel helplessly responded.
ladison laughed and got up from the sofa. “I think you might have to wait a little ›nger, Samuel. I got to go to the restroom first. Can you wait for me for a while? You in have a chat with Fan ny.”
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Fa nny sighed lightly. “Jessica is so considerate, unlike the rest of you, who want to leave the moment you see us.”
Madison, who had left the lounge, was oblivious to all this. She just wanted to find the restroom quickly, as the dull ache in her lower abdomen made her feel like her period might be coming. She had felt this way on the way to the gala, but her menstrual cycle was always irregular. It was often delayed by several days, so she didn’t keep track of the dates.
It was a struggle to find the restroom, and before she could even feel lucky for finding it, she became wary of the person following her. Her gaze darkened, and her steps slowed down. When the shadow appeared behind her, she made a move!
But unlike the last time at Opal Heights Bar, where she had thrown Cullen over her shoulder, this time she was the one who was pinned against the wall, her back stiff with the chill. As she saw the man before her, a mocking voice escaped from her lips. “Mr. Palmer, this is the ladies’ room. Isn’t it inappropriate for you to be here?”
Leo did not loosen his grip in response to her words. He noticed the caution in Madison’s eyes, and with furrowed brows, unnamed anger surged through him. “You haven’t formally divorced me, yet you’re cozying up to other men. Is that appropriate?”
Saying this, he thought, ‘And there’s not just one man! You’ve even agreed to dance with Cullen, but you avoid me every time you see me!’
Madison seemed to hear something amusing, the sarcasm in her eyes thickening. She didn’t even want to maintain a shred of dignity anymore.
“Leo, what right do you have to say such things? You’re the one who wanted to end this marriage. You treated our marriage as a joke, so what right do you have to judge me? In these three years, have I ever said a word to you about your relationship with Sally?”
“So, are you admitting to having a relationship with Joe?” Leo suddenly tightened his grip on her wrist. ‘I knew your relationship was not just a business partnership!’ he thought. ‘What kind of collaboration could you have with Joe? Are you going to be a star artist at XR Entertainment? Even if you are, you didn’t need to discuss it with the CEO!’
Madison didn’t want to argue with him. She struggled to pull her hand away. “Leo, you’re hurting me. Let go!”
She was already uncomfortable, and now her stomach hurts even more. Especially with her back against the icy wall, the hollow design of her dress made her feel like she was in cold storage.
But Leo seemed to be oblivious to her discomfort. Not only did he not let go, but he also took a step forward, almost encircling Madison in his arms. “Madison, answer my question,” he said in a low, h oa rse voice, demanding an answer.
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His tall figure loomed over her, and she stared at him with red eyes, ready to cry. “So what if I am? Is that what you want? Does it concern you? You can do as you please, but I can’t even find a new lover? Let me tell you, Leo, Joe and I…”