The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

---- Chapter 224: Soraya's Achievements ~ Amelia ~ Amelia's heart betrayed her composure. She told herself she wasn't affected and that she and her husband had made the right choice years ago. But as Annette spoke of Soraya's accomplishments, the quiet ache in her chest deepened, backstabbing every lie she tried to believe. On stage, Annette proudly said, "Today, you will come to know Mrs. Ara Steel as your chairman, but what many of you may not realize is that she is far more than that." "Soraya is the person behind Azora Real Estate LLC.

This company is a privately held firm solely owned by Mrs. Ara Steel. Established before her marriage to Mr. Steel, the company focuses on strategic property acquisitions and development.

Though still in its acquisition phase, Azora's current portfolio has an estimated market value exceeding six hundred million dollars, a figure that continues to rise as new developments and partnerships take shape." "Miss Ara Steel is also a shareholder and the Director of Cybersecurity Development at Aegis Core Systems, one of the leading cybersecurity companies in the country," Annette added, glancing at the LED screen behind her. On the screen, Aegis Core Systems' ranking in the cybersecurity sector appeared-an impressive #2 nationwide. The audience murmured in awe.

Amelia immediately frowned. She had heard of Soraya working for Aegis Core Systems. She had even seen it in the news, but she never gave it much attention. Dalton Realty had its own problems, and she had not realized just how far Aegis Core Systems had risen in such a competitive field. ---- "She is an equities and forex consultant at one of Belridge's leading investment firms, and a co-owner of Valmont Privée." Annette paused as the crowd erupted into applause. Amelia clenched her hands. She knew the reason why Annette did not mention the investment firm's name.

It had her last name on it after all. At the mention of a newly rising fashion brand, many of the ladies expressed excitement, recalling photos of Soraya walking down runways. "| remember Mr. Luca Valmont talking about his investor, Mrs. Ara Steel!" "The wedding gown!" "Mrs. Steel is also a capable model!" The praises kept coming, each one piercing Amelia's chest. She did not even know this about Soraya. "Yes, that's true," Annette chuckled before continuing. "Mrs. Steel is indeed qualified to be a model too." "But aside from her already remarkable achievements, Mrs.

Steel is also the sole owner and CEO of NeuroBloom Technologies, a new software development company responsible for creating apps such as NeuroBloom, IQ Bloom, and FarmBloom." "Beyond her sharp intellect and unmatched business acumen, Mrs. Steel carries a heart of gold. She is gracious and generous, capable of offering new opportunities to those who deserve them." Annette smiled at the crowd. "Il am fortunate to be among those she once gave a chance, and for that, she will always have my loyalty." Annette smiled in Soraya's direction.

"It is my greatest honor to introduce to you, Dalton Realty's new chairman, Mrs. Ara ---- Steel." Everyone in the grand convention clapped as Soraya took the stage. Amelia and Harrison belatedly joined in, careful not to reveal the reason for their melancholic expressions. As for Elena, their daughter, she remained rooted in her seat, fuming. In her speech, Soraya discussed the changes she intended to make within Dalton Realty. Everything was precise: the failures, the reasons behind them, and the solutions.

Employees and executives noted how, despite recently taking over most of Dalton Realty's properties, Soraya had already turned the company's image around. The grocery store under Dalton Realty, which had once struggled to attract customers, was now overflowing with shoppers. Online reviews praised the transformation: the store was well-organized, the cashiers cheerful, and the floors spotless.

Soraya had enforced formal training for all property managers and staff, covering everything from customer service and property operations to conflict resolution, health and safety, and the effective use of management systems. And there were others, ones Amelia's husband, the company's president, had never reinforced. Soraya's speech was an eye-opener, exposing the failures of leadership in Dalton Realty. As she spoke, all eyes subtly turned to Harrison, silently questioning his past decisions.

Amelia couldn't shake the chilling thought of the future, where Soraya might one day terminate her own biological father in his own company. But just as she thought that, Soraya said on stage, "However, | deeply respect the Daltons' ---- legacy and the hard work of the forefathers who built this company. I'm here because | believe in its potential. Reform is needed, and my team and | will provide the direction and support necessary for your leaders to recover and grow.

Do your part, and we will succeed together." It seemed there was still hope, but one thing was clear: Soraya was now their boss. She was above all of them, and they had to follow her lead. 'Who would have thought; Amelia mused. The daughter they had abandoned would rise above them one day. Amelia never saw it coming. When Amelia and her family left the gathering, everyone was still gushing about Soraya and Jacob. Meanwhile, Amelia's family returned to their mansion, completely lifeless.

As soon as they entered the living room, Elena cried, "Mom, Dad, | think Soraya wants to be acknowledged so badly as your daughter that she did this on purpose. She bought company shares of Dalton just to make you notice her." Elena sniffed back her tears. "Maybe | should just... step aside. Maybe | should go back to my real family." "No, no," Harrison said, hugging Elena. "Don't. Nothing changes. You will always be our daughter." Amelia thought the same. Perhaps this was Soraya's way of proving herself, so that one day, she and Harrison could proudly announce that she was their daughter.

Yet as the days passed, Soraya never reached out. Every interaction with company employees was strictly business. At one point, she expected that Soraya would at least invite them for dinner, but she never did. Whenever anyone mentioned her family, Soraya referred to ---- her parents as "Philip and Emily." She never spoke about her real parents, never looked at Amelia or Harrison. Whenever Soraya was reminded of any similarity with Amelia, she consistently denied it. She seemed utterly indifferent.

Over a month of noticing this about her own daughter, Amelia thought, 'Could Soraya have truly erased the fact that they were her biological parents?'