Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

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Aurora sat across from Parker, her nerves growing by the second. For some inexplicable reason, she felt like he was laughing at her. Was there something wrong with her outfit? Did she have something on her face?

Parker noticed her discomfort and quickly shook his head as he glanced between her and Lily. “Nothing, I just remembered something funny,” he explained, his gaze lingering on Aurora for a moment before looking away.

Lily nodded, accepting his explanation, and gestured for Aurora to sit. As they settled into their chairs, Parker extended his hand toward Aurora with a warm smile. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Aurora. You’re quite beautiful,” he said, his tone friendly yet admiring.

Aurora felt her cheeks flush as she shook his hand. “Thank you, Mr. Parker It’s nice to meet you too,” she replied softly, her voice tinged with shyness.

Once the pleasantries were exchanged, Parker leaned forward slightly. “Miss Aurora, if you don’t mind, I’d like to ask you a few questions,” he said, his tone becoming more professional. He had been briefed earlier by Ethan about her situation, but he needed to confirm a few details himself.

As he began his questions, a sudden realization struck him. Ethan had mentioned that Aurora had a three- year–old son and was still unmarried. That detail echoed in Parker’s mind, and his eyes narrowed slightly as he processed the possibility.

Could it be? His heart began to race, a mix of hope and disbelief swirling within him. If he calculated the timeline correctly, there was a chance… Was that child his? Could he be a father?

The idea sent his thoughts spiraling. He clenched his fists under the desk, trying to steady himself. The mere possibility filled him with an odd mix of excitement and apprehension. If it were true, he’d become a father long before his friends Ethan or James. That thought alone made him grin, and soon, he couldn’t help but laugh.

A carefree, hearty laugh escaped his lips as he imagined their reactions. His friends would be absolutely stunned–and jealous. The thought amused him to no end, and his laughter grew louder, filling the room.

Aurora and Lily stared at him in stunned silence, unsure of what was happening. Aurora glanced at Lily with concern. “Mr. Parker… is he okay?” she asked hesitantly.

Lily rolled her eyes and muttered, “He’s not usually like this. Well… actually, maybe he is.”

Aurora blinked in disbelief. Never in her life had she imagined the head of such a prestigious company acting this way. “Should we call a doctor or something?” she asked, her worry evident.

Lily sighed deeply and raised her voice. “Parker! Why are you laughing like an idiot?”

Startled, Parker snapped out of his daydream and looked at the two women, w were both staring at him with concern and confusion. Mentally cursing himself, he rubbed the back of his neck in embarrassment.

What on earth was he doing? This was the worst first impression he could possibly give. What would Aurora think of him now? Clearing his throat, he sat up straighter, trying to compose himself.

“I’m so sorry about that,” he apologized, giving them a sheepish smile. “I just remembered a really funny joke.”

Lily raised an eyebrow and folded her arms. “Care to share it with us?” she challenged, her tone skeptical.

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and uncertainty. He quickly shook his head. “Uh, no, it’s not that funny

to shift the conversation back on track, he turned his attention to Aurora. “Miss Aurora,” he

thought he might ask, this wasn’t one of them. However, as thoughts of her son filled her mind, a soft smile touched her lips. “His name is Auroraze,” she

repeated, letting the name roll off his tongue as

wider, touched by

he leaned forward slightly, resting his hands on the desk. “Aurora, as you prepare to step into this industry, I need to make sure you’re fully aware of what lies ahead. Like a coin with two sides, this industry has its highs and lows. You’ll meet all sorts of

a topic of discussion once she gained fame. But she had already prepared

breath, she met his

small smile playing on his lips. “Good. Then let’s make this official.” He

She took her time reading through every clause of the document, ensuring she understood everything before signing. Once her signature was on the dotted line,

formalities completed, Parker stood and gestured for them to follow him. “Now, let’s

with a mix of excitement and nerves. She could feel the weight of their expectations, especially since both Ethan and Lily had

was a set of lyrics from one of Lily’s songbooks. It amazed her that Lily, a celebrated actress, was also such a talented songwriter. The song, titled Never Say Goodbye, had beautiful, heartfelt lyrics the resonated deeply with Aurora.

took a deep breath, letting the emotion of the song fill her, and then began to

Lyrics:

like this

me like this every life.

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bodies, one soul we

be mine

Never say goodbye.

Oh… Oh… Oh…

mine

Never say goodbye.

my morning and my

my pain and

have only one

be mine

Never say goodbye.

arms lies my

are my desire, and I am

and

in my

drunk on