The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 28

Chapter 28

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Edward was right about one thing: I was in a bind. Constantly–ever since I was a kid. It didn’t matter how rich or powerful the jones family was. It had nothing to do with me

I was a daughter of the Jones family in name only.

Sure, the haute couture fashion house I founded was doing well, but it had only been a few years. Most of the money had gone into renovating that villa.

“Let’s just discuss this once you’re back. I won’t try to take more out of it, anyway. Why would I, when it will just trigger Maddie into starting another bitch fit?”

I ended the call before Edward could say anything more. I was simply too frustrated.

I got into the car and cast one last, resentful glance at the Clerk’s Office.

My phone beeped. Edward had sent a text message.

Edward: [Don’t worry, Tay. Maddie won’t know anything about this. You’ve given me so much… This is the least I can do to repay all of your sacrifices.]

A lump formed in my throat. Tears welled in my eyes. So this piece of shit had a heart after all.

an asshole, it would’ve been easier

the decent, nice guy, it was just going

of it and steeled my resolve. I couldn’t let

his true colors. I couldn’t believe in any supposed change of

canceled the divorce appointment and looked

out, the next available opening was

a away–again!

dinner

happen,” I announced,

Why not? Did he

“In a way.”

was irritated. “What the hell? He married Maddison in public! You couldn’t have been more dramatic about your affair, and now

and explained what

He realized you’re better than Maddison in ways that can’t be fixed, and now he’s worried he’ll lose you forever if you go through with the divorce.

to be his blood bank if his disease flares

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stared at her,

hadn’t I thought of this?

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