The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

Chapter 53 - Soraya - At Aegis Core Systems , 11 AM . 81 % Soraya yawned before drinking from her coffee . Silas walked into her office and said , " Didn't I tell you not to come to work ? We were just in the war zone at six in the morning ." A chuckle left Soraya's lips as she glanced at her friend . She said , " You came to work . " " Besides , I've been getting too many interruptions lately , and we have a deadline for NeuroSentinel 2.0 .

After today's cyberattack , I'm more inspired than ever . I want NeuroSentinel to do more to anticipate threats before they even happen , " Soraya said , her fingers already flying over the keyboard as she reviewed anomaly detection logs and rewrote parts of the predictive algorithm . Silas closed the door to her office . He sat down and said , " Listen , after today's article , people are talking , asking about the engineer who subdued the cyberattack . They are asking about you !

" He sighed and suggested , " I think it's high time that you use a code name or an alias . It's best to protect your personal life and privacy . " " I'm telling you , this won't be the last . These cyberattacks have been happening for months . My sources say there's a syndicate of hackers for hire , and they're growing fast , " Silas said , his voice low . " The Federal Bureau of Investigation contacted my office this morning , requesting service cooperation .

In other words , they need our help handling the attacks . This time , funding and compensation will come from both the affected company and the government . " " Are you telling me the FBI can't even handle cyberattacks ? Soraya asked with sarcasm in her voice . " There have been too many lately , Soraya , " Silas said . " Anyway , the FBI will come here tomorrow to discuss the terms of their cooperation request . You must be here because you are the best cybersecurity specialist I have .

" Soraya laughed . She said , " I'm just supposed to be a Systems Security Consultant slash programmer , and now ! get to be a cybersecurity specialist ." " Woman , you are not just that . You are a real estate investor , a multi - market trade prodigy , a pianist , a fashion -Investor , a friend , a damn smart one at that , " Silas hissed as he leaned back to study Soraya . " Soraya , you are a Savvy Siren ! " " Damn , woman , you are getting hotter each day ! " Silas added .

Soraya cracked up . She reacted with one of her highlighters and threw it at Silas . " Whatever is that ? Get out ! I have things to do ! " Silas caught the highlighter and smirked . After putting it back , he stood up , motioning towards her . " About tomorrow . Make sure to be here at eight .

And think of an alias " " Yeah , yeah , " she said , returning her gaze to her laptop : Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 53 81 % When Silas opened the door , the receptionist arrived , carrying a box of takeout food . " Miss Azar , this came for you today . " It wasn't just any box of food ; it was from the café in Beldridge , the same one from across the park - one of Angela's favorite restaurants . " Looks nice ." Silas remarked . He was supposed to leave , but he seemed more curious about the box .

" Who gave it to you ? " The receptionist had placed the box on Soraya's desk . She said , " Um . It was a man , a little older , maybe in his forties ? He looks tough , but very friendly - Roman nose , tall , tan skin , semi - bald . " After the receptionist left , Soraya noticed the package had a card . She opened it and read : [ From Angela . ] " It must have been Dante who delivered it ,' Soraya thought , because the description fit . " Who's Angela ? " Silas asked curiously .

" Um- " Soraya gulped , feeling her throat dry up . " My uncle's neighbor . She's a sweet kid who's an Aspie . I told you , right ? I'm an Aspie ? " " Yeah . Aspie - deep focus , pattern recognition , and exceptional memory equals being a genius , " Silas remarked . " Well , not all , but each person with Asperger Syndrome goes through a unique journey , and their value isn't defined by extraordinary intellect but by who they are and the strengths they bring , " she corrected .

" Anyway , I sort of bonded with … Angela . She - Soraya paused , admitting . " She is healing a part of me that has been … broken . You know . " Silas fell silent , and so did Soraya . Later , Silas said , " Well , I hope to meet Angela one day ." " Maybe ," she responded . When Silas raised a brow , she explained , " I mean , come on . She lives in Beldridge , and we are too busy ." Silas simply shrugged and left her office . When Soraya was alone , she checked her phone .

Sure enough , there was a message from Jacob. The text read : [ Angela came with me to inspect the Vanguard Galleria . She insisted on getting you some food . I also noticed you have been losing weight . I hope you are eating on time . ] Soraya read the message twice . Sure enough , she did not read it wrong . ' Did Jacob care ? ' Her heart raced , but she quickly counted numbers and closed her eyes . " No , Soraya . No. Jacob was just being nice , and the lood came from Ancel not him .

" 2 310 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 53 81 % ) Soraya opened the box . Inside was a full meal of salad and steak , but there was also a sandwich on the side , which she had not noticed earlier . She smiled . It looked like she was going to be full that day . Jacob Jacob brought Angela to his office at the Vanguard Galleria. He signed a few documents , inspected the newly rented spaces , and was about to return to Beldridge at four in the afternoon .

However , he and his daughter walked past Rose's rented space . It was still under renovation . He met Rose and Calum by accident . Sage happened to be there with them . " Jacob , Calum called . Jacob froze . " Calum . " " You didn't go to Mrs. Becket's birthday party yesterday , " Calum said . " I heard something interesting happened , " Jacob noted . " Maybe it was best I did not see the drama . " " Oh , Jacob . It's you . " Only then had Rose noticed his arrival .

She urged Sage to approach , saying , " Go and greet your Uncle Jacob , Sage . " " Good afternoon , Uncle Jacob , " Sage greeted with a smile . " How are you doing , Sage ? " Jacob asked . " I'm feeling better , " Sage responded . While all this was happening , Angela hid behind Jacob . Calum had to lean sideways and greet Jacob's daughter , " And how are you , Angela ? " As usual , Angela did not respond . She never did to other people .

She only spoke to Jacob , her grandmother , a few people at home , and openly to Soraya . half of his d " She's fine ," Jacob said on behalf of his daughter . There was tension between them , but eventually , Calum offered , " Listen , about the last time , can we just forget . about it ? We shouldn't let my problems affect our friendship . " Honestly ? It was hard for Jacob to see it that way , but no one knew how he was getting to know Soraya .

So , he simply nodded , suggesting , " Just try to do right by your daughter . " Calum frowned , but he nodded , saying , " I'm working on that . " Jacob did not know what plan Calum had , but he prayed it was for Sage's benefit . 3/4 13-10 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 53 Je , 197 " Jacob , we are going to take Sage for some snacks . Please , join us , you and Angela , " Rose suggested .

81 % He was planning to reject the request , but Rose approached Angela and asked , " Would you like some ice cream , Angela ? " His daughter nodded , and that pretty much closed the deal . Minutes later , they were at a café , having coffee while the kids had ice cream . Everything was fine until Rosel Minutes later , they were at a café , having coffee while the kids brought up Soraya . She asked Angela , " So , Angela , tell us about your mommy !

" They have heard about Soraya thanks to the phone call Angela made during the business gala . Melvin , Rose , and Calum had been curious since . Jacob nearly choked , but thank goodness , Angela did not speak . Sadly for Jacob , Rose was persistent . She asked , " Is your mommy sweet ? Kind ? Is she prettier than me ? " Jacob knew Rose was just trying to be friendly , but to everyone's surprise , Angela shook her head . She said , " My mommy is prettier .

" Rose's smile faltered , and Jacob couldn't help ut laugh inwardly . Because the truth was … he agreed with Angela . Rose might be sophisticated , always stepping out with sleek hair , flawless makeup , and designer clothes , but Soraya had the face of an angel , even without trying . On the other hand , Calum laughed it off , saying , " We really need to meet this mysterious mommy , Jacob . "