Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Chapter 197

Flashback Begins.

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Parker could never forget that night–it was seared into his memory like a permanent mark on his soul. That evening held a profound significance for him, an experience so vivid that it replayed in his mind as if it had happened only yesterday.

The event that night was a grand singing competition hosted by his company at one of the city’s most prestigious hotels. At the time, Parker was searching for fresh talent, someone with the potential to become the next big star in the music industry. The competition had been designed with that goal in mind: to find a new voice that could be groomed and polished into stardom.

He wasn’t directly involved in the judging process that evening. Instead, his role was to oversee the final round and make the ultimate decision on which contestant showed the most promise. Until then, he had decided to stay in his hotel room to focus on other pressing work.

“Call me when the finalists are ready,” he had instructed his secretary. His only task was to evaluate five contestants during the last round and choose the winner. But when the time came, he was informed that one of the finalists had unexpectedly withdrawn. Despite the minor setback, the competition proceeded, and Parker ultimately selected Ricky as the winner–a decision that would later bring significant success to his company.

After the event concluded, Parker returned to his hotel room. But as he approached his door, he stopped in his tracks. Sitting on the carpeted floor just outside his room was a young woman. Her posture was slouched, and her head was tilted slightly downward as if she were lost in her own world.

Parker looked around the empty hallway, puzzled. It was late, and there wasn’t a soul in sight except for the two of them. He approached her cautiously, unsure of what to make of the situation.

“Miss…?” he called out, his voice gentle yet firm.

The girl didn’t respond. She remained seated, her head lowered, as if she hadn’t heard him at all.

“Miss?” he tried again, this time a little louder.

Still no response. Concerned, Parker crouched down to her level and reached out to gently shake her hand. “Miss, are you alright?”

The young woman finally looked up, and the sight of her face took Parker’s breath away. Her features were delicate and innocent, framed by tousled hair that only added to her charm. But what truly captivated him were her eyes–bright, playful, and filled with an inexplicable warmth.

expression. “Hey, Mister… you’re pretty handsome,” she teased, her tone light and slightly slurred. “Are you a

in surprise, a small chuckle escaping his lips. “No, I’m not a

her head again. “Not a celebrity?

to touch her forehead. She wasn’t warm, nor did

you feeling alright?” he asked gently. “What’s your name? Do you know where your

I call someone to

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girl’s gaze wandered for a moment before she pointed at his door and said, “Room? This is my room… She tried to stand up but wobbled unsteadily, prompting Parker to spring

he said, catching her arm to help her

to be ill. Yet her actions were so uncharacteristic of someone fully aware of their surroundings. Parker frowned, unsure

And more importantly, who was

against his shoulder, completely unconscious. Panic set in as he gently shook her, trying to wake

the bed, he tried once more to rouse her, but there was still no reaction. Sighing, he pulled out his phone and dialed a doctor, giving them the hotel address. Just as he

hand and hit the floor as his jaw

swallowed hard. He knew he should look away, but his eyes seemed glued to the sight of her delicate, graceful form. Snapping himself out of his stupor, he closed his eyes tightly and took a deep

said, his voice firm but gentle, as he tried to

strength. Her earlier

sheet. But instead of calming down, she lunged at him

mind raced. He knew this wasn’t right–this girl wasn’t in her senses. He should stop her, protect her, and ensure nothing inappropriate happened. But his self–control wavered. The closeness, the feel of her against him, and the way she looked at him all tested his limits.

within him: his conscience against his desires. In the

the room was quiet. The girl lay asleep in his arms, her face serene and peaceful. Parker gazed down at her, his emotions a tangled mess. He gently brushed a strand of hair from

have stopped her, should have been stronger. But beyond

make this right,” he whispered to himself. “I’ll find out who