The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

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Chapter 154: Burnell

~ Soraya ~

Amanda's question came right after a few of their guests left.

Only Soraya’s uncle and aunt, Veronica, Amanda, Cedric, and,

of course, Lyra and Silas, remained in the venue.

The couple looked at each other before Jacob revealed, “At

first, we were looking at venues within Belridge, but we are

planning on moving.”

Lyra frowned. “What?”

“Move?” Amanda reacted.

Meanwhile, Philip heaved a sigh, and Emily shrugged.

Veronica quickly excused Angela, carrying her to a sofa a bit

further from the tables, but still within the venue. “Come here,

Angela. Accompany Grandma. | want to relax for a bit.”

When Angela was at a safe distance, Jacob explained, “

Soraya and | feel it would be safer to be away from the

harassment for now.”

Everyone who remained was already aware of the real reason

why Soraya and Jacob married quickly. They had explained

about the strangers who were suddenly stalking Angela at the

therapy center, and Sienna finding Soraya at the office.

“We could request another restraining order, but the truth is, it’

s just paper,” Jacob reasoned. “The best way for us to protect

Angela is to... take her to a safer environment.”

“It’s still not final,” Soraya leaned in, her gaze landing on Silas

and Lyra. “But should we decide on it, Jacob and | will take

turns flying to Cedar Heights and Belridge. And I'll be working

from home for the most part.”

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“Wow, that is a big change,” Silas said, shaking his head.

“But we understand,” Lyra said, giving off her bright smile

again. “Whatever is best for Angela. Besides, when you were

with—well, you know—you were like in another country too.

Haha.”

“True.” Silas rolled his eyes.

Only Cedric and Amanda wore that look of regret because

they knew Lyra was referring to Calum.

“So, should that happen,” Jacob said, “the wedding might be

in Burnell.”

“Burnell?” Cedric reacted. “That's—" A frown formed on his

face.

“Nothing is too far for us,” Amanda interrupted. “We can

charter a plane if we have to, whenever we want to see you.”

“Right,” Cedric said, forming a smile.

“We are going to Burnell tomorrow, so we should be making

our final decision by next week,” Jacob revealed.

“We wish you all the best with your choices,” Amanda said,

smiling. Then her gaze landed on Soraya’s hand. “Nice ring, by

the way.”

“I've been staring at it too,” Lyra remarked. “It’s gorgeous. It

looks luxurious!”

Soraya looked at her hand, the sapphire ring gleaming in the

light. She said, “Jacob got it for me.”

“It’s her engagement ring,” Jacob explained to the others. “

Our wedding bands are still being made.”

He turned to Soraya with assurance. “It's not that expensive.”

“For Jacob, maybe,’ Amanda remarked, and everyone at their

table laughed, including Emily and Philip.

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“How much did you pay for this ring, Jacob?” Soraya asked,

frowning.

Jacob coughed and said, “Three—” cough “Mmmm.”

“Three million?” Soraya’s eyes widened. “That's a very good

deal.”

Then again, Soraya had little experience with high-end jewelry,

particularly the kind that ended up in exclusive auctions. She

simply took Jacob's words for it.

What she didn't realize was how much effort Jacob had

quietly poured into obtaining her treasured engagement ring.

set

The next day, Soraya and Jacob, along with Veronica and

Angela, flew out to Wexford City, the town next to Burnell.

Jacob chartered a plane for their two-hour journey, and when

they landed, his cousin met them at the airport: Beverly Quinn.

Beverly was Jacob's cousin from his mother's side. She was a

few years older than Jacob, at thirty-four years old, with wavy,

long dark brown hair and a tall, slender figure, despite being

eight months pregnant.

“Jacob!” Beverly greeted him, hugging him at the arrivals area.

Veronica also approached, giving Beverly the same warm

embrace.

After that, Jacob pulled Soraya’s hand and introduced her. “

Beverly, this is my wife, Ara.”

“Ara!” Beverly grinned, arms outstretched. She embraced

Soraya, and after pulling away, she studied her. “Ara, you look

like someone fresh from college. You have such a young face!

Soraya flushed. She had an idea where she got her youthful

look, but she wasn’t proud of it. Still, she said, “Thank you. It's

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nice meeting you, Beverly.”

“Aunt Veronica and Jacob have told me so much about you. |

can't wait to get to know you better,” Beverly said with

excitement. Then, she turned her attention to Angela.

They all chatted for a bit at the airport, but soon made their

way to Beverly's home. In the van, Jacob, Veronica, and

Beverly talked about her husband and pregnancy.

“Vincent is out of town. That project at New Avenport has

been keeping him busy,” Beverly said, referring to her husband.

“Thank goodness for Maya for keeping me company.”

“Who is Maya?” Jacob asked.

Jacob was in the third row of seats with Soraya and Angela,

while Beverly and Veronica sat in the second row. Beverly

snapped at Jacob, scolding, “My sister-in-law. My goodness,

Jacob, you have to remember family.”

“I'm sorry. You know, | rarely visit,” Jacob said. “But | will be

visiting more often now.”

The group had a late lunch at Beverly's home, a wide two-

story mansion with more than ten spacious rooms. The estate

boasted huge gardens and stood within a community

surrounded by lush trees and beautifully landscaped grounds.

They met Beverly's sister-in-law while they were there. Maya

Quinn did not talk much, but Soraya noted how she always.

paid attention to Beverly's care.

After two hours of rest, Soraya's party was once again on the

road for Burnell. This time, they made no stops to ensure they

would arrive before midnight.

In the van, Jacob explained their temporary accommodation.

“Nexa Power is meant to be the largest hybrid energy hub in

the country,’ Jacob explained. "Most of the structures are

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already up, but my fifty billion investment went into the parts

that make it work—the battery systems to store power, the

transmission lines that carry it across the grid, and the

underground safety controls.”

“The complex itself stretches for thousands of acres. Around

the heart of the plant, they are constructing a small gated

community for the owners and investors. The entire property

covers nearly thirty thousand acres. It's a miniature town in its

own right.”

“There's a hotel within the complex, mainly for business

gatherings. That is where we will be staying for the meantime,

over the weekend and while we wait for my villa to be

completed,” Jacob smiled at Soraya, adding, “| promise you,

you will love it.”

But because they arrived at night, Soraya didn't get to see its

beauty. They were too tired from the journey, so they

immediately rested. Angela stayed with the couple as they

slept.

When morning came, Soraya found Jacob standing by the

curtains of their spacious room. Angela was already up,

rubbing her eyes.

“Are you ready to see our home for the next year?” Jacob

asked.

Achuckle left Soraya’s lips. She got up and carried Angela. “

Let's see.”

Jacob pulled the curtains aside, revealing a balcony just

outside their room. They stepped out, and Soraya’s jaw

dropped.

“Oh my God!”

“It’s beautiful!” Angela exclaimed.