Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Chapter 85

One week later.

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Today was a day Lily had been eagerly anticipating. It marked the beginning of her plan to finally sever all ties with the Miler family once and for all.

The filming schedule had been running smoothly, without any interruptions from Ryan. Today, there were no scenes scheduled for her, giving her a rare day off. With Taylor’s help, she had meticulously planned an unforgettable dinner for Morgan and Casey,

Smiling faintly, Lily made her way to the kitchen. Since she wouldn’t be having dinner with Ethan tonight. she decided to surprise him by preparing his favorite dishes and delivering them to his office.

After witnessing her fear of cooking. Ethan had ensured the kitchen was stocked with all the necessary supplies. Now, with a newfound confidence, she began gathering ingredients, her mind drifting to how much her relationship with Ethan had changed.

When she first agreed to marry him, it was purely a matter of convenience, a business–like arrangement guided by her conditions. But over time, Ethan’s gentle gestures and thoughtful actions began to break down the walls around her heart. He didn’t just fulfill his responsibilities as a husband–he went above and beyond to make her feel cherished.

She loved how he paid attention to the little things, how he kissed her forehead before saying goodnight. how he held her hand as if it was the most natural thing in the world. He had become her safe haven, a light in her darkest moments, and without realizing it, she had started to care deeply for him.

She wasn’t sure if what she felt was love yet, but she hoped that someday, it would blossom into something profound.

Picking up her phone, she called Parker. The call was answered almost immediately.

“Hello, Sister–in–law! Do you need something?”

She couldn’t help but smile at the affectionate term. She still wasn’t used to being called that.

“Boss, do you know-

“Boss? Sister–in–law, how many times do I have to remind you to call me ‘Brother‘ outside the office? What have I done to deserve this cold formality?” Parker’s dramatic voice echoed through the phone.

Lily chuckled softly at Parker’s playful tone. “Alright, Brother Parker, can you tell me what Ethan’s favorite food is?”

“Ethan’s favorite food?” Parker teased. “Sister–in–law, are you planning a surprise for him?”

Blushing slightly, Lily nodded. “Maybe… Now spill it. What does he like to eat?”

Parker let out a dramatic sigh. “Ah, Sister–in–law, I’m afraid I can’t help you. I actually don’t know.”

Her brows furrowed in disbelief. “What? You don’t know his favorite food? Aren’t you his best friend? Yo.. ve known him for years! How could you not know something so basic?”

Awkwardly scratching his head, Parker laughed. “Sister–in–law, I’m his best friend, not his girlfriend. You’re his wife–you should know this stuff!”

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Lily huffed. “Oh, please! It’s only been ten days since our marriage. How would I know! Meanwhile, someone who’s been his best friend for ages still doesn’t know. What a shame!

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“Hey, that’s unfair Parker whined. Honestly, Sister–in–law, even if you served him poison on a plate, he’d cat it happily if it’s from you. Just make whatever you want: he’ll love it

“Not helpful at all, Lily muttered, rolling her eyes.

Parker chuckled. “Alright, alright. I might not know, but I know someone who does. Hold on, I’ll pass the phone to her.”

girl? Lily’s stomach twisted slightly with a pang of jealousy. Another girl knows Ethan’s favorite food, but I don’t? What kind

bright, cheerful voice from the other side.

Lily greeted hesitantly.

huge fan. You’re so beautiful, and your acting is just incredible. That video of you walking the red carpet? Absolutely breathtaking! You looked like

the girl rambled on. Is she ever going

Lily interrupted politely. “But could you please tell me Ethan’s

soup, stir–fried tofu with rice. shiitake mushroom fried rice with water chestnuts, and lots of seafood. Make sure you add plenty of shrimp and scallops. He’s

widened slightly. That’s… a lot of

continued firmly. “He eats a hearty lunch, so make sure

Lily said, her tone a

welcome! And don’t forget the seafood! Bye–bye!” The girl giggled before ending

seafood? But when he cooked last

overthink it. Rolling up her sleeves, she focused on preparing the elaborate lunch. Time to give Ethan a

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conference room was palpable. His frustration with his employees was so intense that

Ethan had spent the day reviewing the work his team had completed so far. To his dismay, what he found was utterly disappointing. His assistant had informed him that some files were incomplete, while others were poorly executed.

silently in the conference room for nearly two hours, enduring

through the silence. “Is nobody going to say anything? I gave you some leeway recently, and this is how you repay

gaze.

a sign that their usually strict boss had softened. But they had forgotten who he was: Ethan, a

to do your jobs properly, write your resignation letters and leave. I have no use for slackers. My company needs hardworking people, and right now, none of you fit

door interrupted the tense atmosphere. “Come in!” Ethan barked.

files, “Boss, here are the files

through the incomplete files. Ben stood nearby, visibly uneasy.

to finish your work?” Grabbing another file, he roared, “And this–who worked on this

stammered,

snapped, his

time,” Ben began timidly.

lunch? Like I said, no one eats until the work is finished. Submit

shook their heads in unison, replying in a

Boss Ben tried

now?” Ethan’s voice

waiting

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face The ansas and

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silence as the

with a surprising gentleness “Go have your lunch Lunch is important How can you work well if you’re hungry? Eat, then get back

was soon broken by

what’s going on with the boss?” another

small laugh,