Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-18 15:46 | Report Abuse

My wife is a CEO, she always hates me for being lazy and wants to divorce me. But she doesn't know that her success is bestowed by me.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-18 15:47 | Report Abuse

"Dustin, here is the divorce agreement prepared by Ms. Nicholson. All you need to do is to sign it."
In the president's office of the Quine Group, Lyra Blaine, the secretary, placed a piece of paper on the table. A man sat opposite her, dressed in plain clothing.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-18 15:48 | Report Abuse

"Divorce? What do you mean?"
Dustin Rhys was taken aback.
"Don't you understand what I'm saying? Your marriage with Ms. Nicholson is over. You're not even on the same level anymore. Your existence is nothing but a smear on the president's reputation!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-18 15:49 | Report Abuse

Lyra pulled no punches as she spoke.
"A smear on her reputation?" Dustin frowned.
"Is that what she thinks of me?"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-18 15:49 | Report Abuse

Back when they first got married, the Nicholson family was in ruinous debt. He was the one who helped them when they were at their rock bottom. Now that they became rich, Dahlia Nicholson was ready to kick him out.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-18 15:50 | Report Abuse

"Something like that." Lyra poked her chin toward the magazine on the table. A photo of a beautiful woman was printed on the front page.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-18 15:56 | Report Abuse

Economy… now not so good

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-19 22:20 | Report Abuse

"Look at the headline on this magazine, Dustin.
Ms. Nicholson's net worth has hit one billion in the course of just three years, a feat no short of a miracle. She's now the most desired woman in Swinton!

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-19 22:20 | Report Abuse

With all of this, she's destined for greatness. But you, you're just a regular joe.
You don't deserve her at all. I hope that you'll see some sense and do the right thing."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-19 22:21 | Report Abuse

When Dustin remained silent, Lyra frowned.
"I know you're not happy with it, but this is reality," she continued. "You might have helped Ms. Nicholson when she was in trouble, but she has repaid you for everything you've done for her over the last three years. In fact, you're the one who owes her now!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-19 22:22 | Report Abuse

"Is our marriage just a business deal to her, then?" Dustin took a deep breath to suppress the emotions within. "If she wants to divorce me, let her speak to me herself."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-19 22:22 | Report Abuse

"Ms. Nicholson is very busy. She doesn't need to trouble herself with such trifling matters."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-19 22:23 | Report Abuse

"Trifling matters?" Dustin was stunned. Then he laughed bitterly. "Is that so? Is divorce a trifling matter to her? She can't even find the time to speak to me. Truly, she's that unattainable now!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-19 22:25 | Report Abuse

"Dustin, don't delay this any longer." Lyra pushed the divorce agreement toward him adain "just sign here and you’ll get a car and a…

Posted by DickyMe > 2023-12-19 22:50 | Report Abuse

Economy has never been good since the 1997 crumble.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:39 | Report Abuse

"Dustin, don't delay this any longer." Lyra pushed the divorce agreement toward him again. "Just sign here and you'll get a car and a house as compensation.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:40 | Report Abuse

On top of that, you'll also get eight million dollars. This is more than what you'll be able to earn in your lifetime!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:41 | Report Abuse

"Eight million dollars is a lot, but...I don't need it. I will sign the divorce papers if she comes personally. Otherwise, I won't sign anything," Dustin said coldly.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:41 | Report Abuse

"Don't go too far, Dustin!" Lyra slammed her hand on the table. "Don't say I didn't warn you.
With all her power and resources, Ms.
Nicholson can divorce you easily.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:42 | Report Abuse

It's only because she appreciates her past relationship with you that she's allowing you to keep your dignity intact. Don't provoke her!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:42 | Report Abuse

"My dignity?" Dustin was a little amused by that. She didn't even want to speak to him directly to divorce him. What kind of dignity was that?

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:43 | Report Abuse

Moreover, if she really did appreciate their relationship, then why was she threatening him now?

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:43 | Report Abuse

"I don't think we have anything else to talk about, then."
Unwilling to argue, Dustin stood up and made to leave.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:44 | Report Abuse

"Dustin Rhys! You..."
Just as Lyra was about to lose her cool, a curvy woman in a long black dress walked in. Her skin…

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:45 | Report Abuse

Economy now… is not so good.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:47 | Report Abuse

Her skin was as white as snow, and her features were delicate. Her lofty aura and curvaceous figure made her look like a goddess right out of a painting.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:47 | Report Abuse

"You're finally here."
Dustin felt complicated when he saw the beautiful woman. They had been married for three years, during which they treated each other with care and respect. But this was how it ended. He still didn't know what he had done wrong.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:48 | Report Abuse

"I'm sorry for being late, I was caught up with something else."
Dahlia Nicholson sat down. Her expression was as impassive as ever.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:48 | Report Abuse

"You certainly are busy, if you need your secretary to help you deal with your divorce," Dustin said.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:49 | Report Abuse

Hearing this, Dahlia frowned slightly. However, she did not explain herself. Instead, she said.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:49 | Report Abuse

"Since you're here, let's get straight to the point. Let's end this on a pleasant note. I'm sorry I have to do this to you, so you can have the car and the house, plus eight million dollars as alimony. How does that sound?"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:49 | Report Abuse

At that, she placed a card on the table.
"Do you really think our relationship can be measured by money?" Dustin asked.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 11:50 | Report Abuse

Economy now… not so good

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:37 | Report Abuse

"Too little? That's alright. Let me know what you want. I'II give you anything within my power," Dahlia said placidly.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:38 | Report Abuse

"I don't think you understand me. Let me rephrase my question. Are money and power that important to you?" Dustin was truly bewildered.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:38 | Report Abuse

Dahlia went over to the windows and looked out over the city. There was determination in her eyes when she said, "To me, yes, they're very important."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:39 | Report Abuse

"You've earned enough to feed yourself for the rest of your life. Why bother?"
"Dustin, that's where you and I diverge in philosophy. You'll never understand what I really want." Dahlia shook her head in disappointment.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:40 | Report Abuse

They weren't just incompatible in status and power, also in principles. Most importantly, she did not see any hope for the future in him.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:40 | Report Abuse

"You're right. How would I know what you're thinking?" Dustin laughed bitterly. "All I know is to cook for you when you're hungry, prepare your coat when it's cold outside, and carry you to the hospital when you're sick."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:41 | Report Abuse

"There's no point in going into this now."
Dahlia's expression held complicated emotions, but it was soon covered up by determination.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:41 | Report Abuse

"You're right." Dustin nodded without any emotion. "I heard that you've been close with the heir of the Nolan family. Is it because of him?!

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:42 | Report Abuse

Dahlia was about to deny it when she gave it a second thought. In the end, she nodded.
"You can say that."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:42 | Report Abuse

"Okay. I hope you're happy with him." Dustin smiled and signed the divorce agreement without any more hesitation. All he felt now was disappointment. Ironically, today was also their wedding anniversary. There was cruel humor in divorcing him on the day they had gotten married.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:43 | Report Abuse

"I don't want the money, I just want that crystal necklace back. My mother left it to me before she died so that I can give it to my wife."

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:43 | Report Abuse

"Okay."
Dahlia nodded and gave him the crystal necklace.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:43 | Report Abuse

"From today onward, we will have nothing to do with each other!"
Dustin put on the necklace and left. He had no more gentleness in his expression, all that was left was distant aloofness.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:44 | Report Abuse

"Did I do the right thing, Lyra?" Dahlia asked hesitantly.

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:45 | Report Abuse

"Of course you did!" Lyra nodded. "You have the right to pursue happiness. Dustin does not

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:45 | Report Abuse

"You have the right to pursue happiness. Dustin does not deserve you at all. He'll only bring you down with him. You're destined to be the most powerful woman in Swinton!"

Posted by Zuliana > 2023-12-21 12:46 | Report Abuse

Dahlia did not answer her. As she watched Dustin leave, she felt as if she was losing something precious.