Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

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At that moment, Ethan found himself recalling a pair of eyes filled with anger and resentment. The memory struck him vividly–he had seen them that day when he went to pick up Lily after her interview. She had been standing with a strikingly handsome man.

Could that man be him? Could he really be his Pedro?

The thought unsettled Ethan. It was possible that the man simply shared the same name as his old friend. But then again, what if it truly was him? Ethan couldn’t be certain. He regretted not stepping out of the car that day, not seizing the opportunity to meet the man face–to–face. Maybe then, he could have found some clue to confirm his suspicions.

Everything about the stranger–the way he carried himself, his commanding posture, and the confidence with which he stood–reminded Ethan of the Pedro he used to know. Yet, doubt lingered. What if it wasn’t

him at all?

Lost in his thoughts, Ethan didn’t notice Lily calling out to him until she shook his arm gently.

“Ethan? What’s on your mind? You’ve been so quiet,” she said, her voice tinged with concern.

“Huh?” He blinked, startled out of his reverie. “Oh, it’s nothing. Just thinking about this Pedro guy.”

Lily tilted her head curiously. “What about him?”

Ethan forced a small smile, masking his turmoil. “Just wondering how wealthy he must be to send you such an extravagant gift.”

He chose not to share the real thoughts swirling in his mind. It wasn’t that he wanted to keep secrets from her, but before he said anything, he needed to be sure. If this man was indeed his Pedro, there was more to

uncover.

a mental note to contact James to

wife. He listened quietly as Lily excitedly talked about her gown, the earrings, and the plans for the next day’s pre–screening of her movie. While her enthusiasm was contagious, Ethan couldn’t

peacefully drifted off to sleep in his arms. Ethan, however, remained awake, his thoughts racing. Restless, he kissed her forehead softly, a silent wish forming in his heart: Wherever you are, Pedro, I

morning, excitement filled the air. Today was a milestone for Lily–the pre–screening of her film, Shades of Love. Although she had experienced events like this before in her past life, the anticipation still

had gone to great lengths to make the event special, inviting notable figures from

Ethan arrived together, turning heads in their coordinated outfits. The couple was joined by the cast and

seated, Ethan and Lily found themselves a few seats apart. As the lights dimmed and the movie began playing on

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career but also for the shared journey they were embarking on

big screen. The happiness coursing through him was beyond words. It wasn’t just admiration for her talent -it was the pure joy of seeing her shine in a way that was so

left her overwhelmed with emotion. Acting in a movie was one thing, but witnessing her work come alive in such

made her heart race. His gaze seemed to

nothing else in the world mattered. She wanted nothing more than to run into his arms and hold him tightly, but she stayed in her seat, cherishing the silent connection between

their intimate exchange didn’t

go

unnoticed.

them with an intensity that burned through the shadows. Pedro had deliberately chosen a seat in the

welled up within him, seeing how effortlessly she had brought her character to life. Her radiant smile, the way her emotions

his gift

her elegance.