Unveiled: The Survivor's Triumph

Chapter 53 Thank You for Divorcing Me

We ate our pasta in silence, tossing a couple of sarcastic remarks back and forth, but that was it. It felt like we were strangers.

Watching him leave, I thought we'd never cross paths again. But some things were just meant to be.

The next day, August 14th, I was on vacation.

When I woke up, I saw a $5,300 dress on the bedside table, probably left by Ethan.

I knew what Ethan was getting at, so I put it on without much thought. Wearing it to the wedding might make Vivian uncomfortable, but she had hurt me way worse. Ethan was right; being soft-hearted didn't pay off.

After a miscarriage, a divorce, and losing my mom, I'd lost a lot of weight. The dress fit perfectly, showing off my collarbone and a bit of thigh, making my legs look longer. I heard footsteps, and soon Ethan appeared in the mirror. Just as I was about to turn, he held my shoulder down.

A warm arm brushed past my ear, and I saw a pearl necklace appear around my neck in the mirror.

Ethan, with his sleeves half-rolled, was carefully putting on the necklace. After fastening it, he gently hugged my waist, one hand playing with the pearls on my chest.

He looked at me in the mirror, smiling. "Beautiful!"

Blushing, I admired the necklace, feeling both happy and a bit guilty about the cost. "When did you buy this? I had no idea. You're wasting money again."

"Spending money on you isn't a waste. Don't you think this necklace makes your skin look even more stunning?" Ethan's voice was slow, and his cool hand slid down my neckline, kissing my earlobe. "Today, you'll definitely outshine Vivian. Just looking at you makes me want you!"

His controlled strength and husky voice made my breathing erratic. He kissed me, and just when I thought he'd lose control, he stopped. "We can't wrinkle the dress. I'll let you go for now." Half an hour later, we got in the car.

Ethan looked sharp in a suit and crisp white shirt today, more handsome than ever. Every time I saw him, he managed to captivate me. Honestly, I thought he'd outshine Arthur today. "Noticing my charm?" he teased, catching me staring.

I quickly looked away, fiddling with my dress.

held my hand, and said with a smile, "You're becoming

a woman. I couldn't resist. Sometimes,

wedding is going to be

of sarcasm in his words. I turned to read his expression, but he

Hotel was

was probably Vivian and her dad Xavier's idea. Xavier had

I saw many former colleagues from Benevolence Hospital. Out of vanity, I took Ethan's

me, but soon they were nudging each other, giving knowing looks, drawing more attention

expensive dress and necklace, and that I was with a man far

we were close friends. They chatted while trying to figure out my relationship with Ethan. "Honey, who are they?" Ethan asked, calling

heartbreak, smiling as I introduced, "They are my former colleagues from

said, "This is my

were probably wondering how a divorced woman like me could end up with such an amazing

was a commotion, and everyone turned to the entrance. The stars of the day had

like the perfect groom. Vivian's wedding dress cleverly

dress. She looked shocked, almost tripping, and Arthur had to steady

thought, 'Ridiculous! Does he really

their seats. The wedding host led them

a play that had nothing to do with me, without a single ripple

and Vivian came around

nervous, while I stayed calm. When they reached

and said, "Given our history,

thought I was looking for trouble. Arthur's face darkened, and Vivian glared at me, but with so many guests around, they

they filled their glasses and accepted

glasses clinked, I smiled and said, "Arthur, thank you for agreeing to the

this

the meaning behind my