The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 165

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The reason I said “again” was that Edward had been drinking the last time he barged into my studio.

During the scuffle that followed, he ended up with a few bloody holes in his knees from being stabbed with scissors, and I got a gash on my arm.

It seemed he’d forgotten all about that incident now that his scars had healed and he was drunk again.

“Yes, I have,” Edward admitted, his tone heavy with dejection. “I’ve been really down, and booze is the only thing that can keep me calm.”

Feeling no sympathy, I merely replied, “You’ve just gotten out of the hospital, and God knows if you’re fully recovered. So, don’t you dare die near me.”

I had already opened my door and was about to head inside when he suddenly charged forward and slammed it

shut.

“Taylor!” He gazed at me, his eyes brimming with emotion. “You still care about me, don’t you? I refuse to believe you’ve forgotten everything from our six–year relationship.”

He continued. “I know you’re only temporarily infatuated with Soren, and I’m sure you’ll come back to me once you’ve woken up!”

to face him, but instead of feeling sadness or pity, merely

hurt by my remark. “Do you really love

thousand times better than you in every way.

unwilling to give him any reason to accuse me of infidelity

final blow. “Does he love you, then?”

couldn’t answ

er that question.

loved me, and even if he did, I

was still in this civil partnership, and admitting to such a thing would mean Soren would have to bear the label of a homewrecker. That was a title no one of his status or background should ever carry–not in a

years.

he doesn’t. Why would someone like him ever fall for you?

his words. Instead, I had an idea and said, “I’ve scheduled our annulment proceedings for Tuesday and the court hearing for

a decision even if you refuse to show up.

choices… You can either do one of them, or both at the same time.”

me in confusion, so I clarified, “Even if we submit the documents to the City Clerk

your mind, the court

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