Jilted Bride 30

Chapter 30

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When Sharon first entered the industry, she played a lot of supporting roles. But after refusing to follow the unspoken rules of showbiz, she struggled to find work for a long time and gradually faded into obscurity. She had hoped On a Snowy Day would be her big comeback, but then the scandal hit.

With the movie pulled from theaters, the only romance film left was Sprout, starring Emily and Rex. Despite being widely criticized and having such a low rating that it didn't even show up on some platforms, the movie raked in huge box office numbers. Emily became the biggest beneficiary, suddenly thrust into the spotlight and even earning the title of "National First Crush." It was a career-defining moment for her.

But Ophelia knew Sharon had been wronged. Not long after the scandal, Sharon tragically took her own life due to depression, and it wasn't until years later that her assistant, wracked with guilt, finally revealed the truth. But by then, it was too late. And the one who framed her was Sungate Entertainment.

Ophelia was lost in thought when suddenly a large hand cupped her head and turned her to face him. "Is James better- looking than me?" Kenneth asked, his tone slightly possessive.

Ophelia blinked in confusion. Kenneth had completely misunderstood-she wasn't even looking at James, she was focused on Sharon.

Suddenly, it all clicked. She glanced at Kenneth, who had just taken off his mask, and asked, "Wait... so that's why you picked an animated movie, huh?"

Kenneth's expression confirmed her suspicions. His look seemed to say: What do you think? You think I'd let you spend two hours staring at another man? Ophelia spread her arms and shook her head helplessly.

As the lights in the theater dimmed, the movie began. Kenneth had specifically chosen seats in the back row, which had been empty when he bought the tickets. But shortly after the movie started, a young couple with a kid entered and sat right next to them. Kenneth had intended to do something more intimate in the back row, but he didn't expect someone else to ruin his chance. He glanced at Ophelia and ended up locking eyes with the little boy beside them, who seemed to be wondering, 'Why are there two grown-ups here without a kid? Kenneth instantly regretted choosing an animated movie.

He spent most of the movie with a sour expression, occasionally eating the popcorn and snacks that Ophelia handed him. Meanwhile, Ophelia, watching a movie in a theater for the first time, was fully engrossed.

To her surprise, the animated movie wasn't bad at all. In fact, it had a great message, with strong moral values and a lot of positivity for kids-much more enjoyable than some of the trashy romance movies she'd seen before.

Ophelia was absorbed in the movie, while Kenneth was completely absorbed in her. When the movie ended, Ophelia wasn't ready to leave. "Can we watch another one, please?" Her eyes sparkled with excitement, and she looked at him with so much hope.

those eyes, she could've asked for anything, and he'd give it to

boy next to them started begging his mom, ""Mom, I want to

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movies will hurt your eyes. We're going home now." The boy's face fell as he turned back, casting a jealous glance

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put his mask back on. At the exit, Mark was pacing nervously, constantly checking his watch. When he saw Kenneth, he hurried over to greet him

noticing the rare

sure how long it'll

sometimes months. In her last life, after their marriage, she hardly ever saw him. Now that he had spent a few weekends with her, she was already dreading his absence. 'People are always greedy,' she thought. 'I should be happy. With him gone,

hair, his touch growing more tender by the day. "I'll stay to finish this movie with you first,"

and said, "I

Mark added,

this month's salary, huh?" Kenneth's glare shot toward Mark like a dagger, sharp enough to send a chill through the air. Even with just his eyes visible, the sheer weight

and Kenneth's lips began to trail soft, deliberate kisses along her mouth, then

back, you won't be able to use the same excuse anymore," Kenneth whispered teasingly into her ear. "Why clinging to me? Can't bear to let me go, can you? How

her breath, trying to steady her rapid breathing. "It's

said before planting a kiss on

"Take care," she replied.

it was past 7 p.m. Ophelia, as planned, went to grab some French fries, but they didn't taste as good as she'd hoped. The experience felt bland and empty without

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the next two days, Ophelia buried herself in finishing up a dress. After Emily had paid the seven million dollars in compensation, Ophelia had

received it, she wanted nothing more than to tear the damn thing to shreds. Seven million for such a

an anonymous text-it was a video. The footage was dark, but she could clearly make out Nathan getting beaten up by a group of guys in a back alley behind a bar. He had his hands over his head, his pink suit covered in footprints, and blood running

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