The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

Chapter 54 Chapter 54 Rose - 81 % " My Mommy is prettier . Rose's smile stiffened at the words … " How could anyone be more beautiful than me ? Was this new woman in Jacob's life a supermodel ? An actress ? " she thought . After all , Rose had a face made for the limelight . She wasn't the type to accept being second best , unless the other woman truly earned it . A small part of her couldn't help but feel envious .

This woman had not only earned Angela's affection but also had a promising future with Jacob . Jacob Steel was far more accomplished than Calum . Jacob was sharper , more elusive , with a quiet intensity that drew people in . If this woman truly won his heart , she wouldn't just become someone's wife … she'd become the envy of every woman in the state . When Calum suggested he was eager to meet this woman , Rose felt the same way .

She wanted to know who Angela's ' mommy ' was , and if … she was truly better . The adults had just finished their coffee when Rose noticed that the café was displaying a new chocolate cake . Remembering how Sage loved chocolate cakes , she ordered a slice for each of them , including Jacob and Calum , They all indulged , but later , Angela tugged on Jacob's coat and said , " Mommy's cake - yummier ." " My mommy's cake is better too , " Sage added , turning to Calum .

Calum then patted Sage's head and said , " I'll ask her to bake a cake for you . " Rose really hated it when Sage remembered Soraya . She wished she could compare to Soraya's cooking, but she felt she was meant for greater things than the kitchen . She let it go … for now . After comforting Sage , Calum turned to Jacob and said , " Jacob , I think Angela prefers to talk when it comes to her … ' Mommy . " " Hmmm , " Jacob acknowledged . " Is she more than just a person who is helping you ?

" Calum asked , implying there could be something special between them , Jacob shook his head . " She doesn't see it that way . I'm just grateful for her help . What I can tell is that … she has my respect . " In the middle of finishing their cakes , Calum brought up Melvin's birthday celebration next weekend . Jacob said , " I 1/4 13:10 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 54 don't know if I can come . I'll try . " " Is this still about what happened the last time ? " Calum asked . " No , " Jacob said .

" I'm just very busy . " 81 % Jacob checked the time , and after seeing that Angela had no interest in finishing her cake , he said , " We need to go . It's still a long drive to Belridge . " They all left the café at the same time . Rose and Calum brought Sage to the Montclair Group . While the little girl rested in Calum's sitting area , the two discussed matters with Greg Foster . " Sir , most of the guests from Mrs.

Becket's party have already responded with a signed non - disclosure agreement . The checks have been issued , but there are three families who are asking for more , " Greg reported . This was in relation to Soraya and Silas announcing how Calum was married , and how Rose was technically the third party . " The audacity , " Calum snapped . " Who are they to ask for more ? " " One is the Hernandez family . They are Mrs. Becket's maternal family , " Greg said , shocking Rose .

" Oh , my god , " Rose gasped . She couldn't believe her aunt would ask for more ! At yesterday's gathering , it was her aunt who looked the most appalled , and Rose suspected it was because her husband had left her just a year ago . Ever since , she'd grown bitter toward mistresses , " I'll try to take care of it , Calum , " she said . " No , it's okay . " Calum turned to Greg , saying , " Go ahead and try to meet halfway with their requests .

" Sadly , the other two families were also important figures in Cedar Heights , ones refusing . So , he gave in . Calum simply could not risk By the end of that week , Calum had spent more than ten million dollars trying to cover up the image that had tainted Rose as a mistress . Rose felt very important to Calum . She realized that he would spend millions , even billions for her , and for that , she appreciated him more . Soraya could never compare to her .

- Soraya- On a Friday , Soraya and Silas had another meeting with the FBI . This time , it was held at the local bureau's office . The two signed a contract , making them independent cybersecurity specialists and Aegis Core System a certified 2/4 13:10 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 54 external counterintelligence tech provider for federal cyber operations . In between singing , Silas asked Soraya , " What alias have you decided on ? " Soraya turned to him , saying . " Taurus7 . " " Taurus 7 ?

What does that mean ? " Silas asked . Soraya raised a brow and answered , " You'll just have to figure it out . " Int the afternoon , she went about her day as usual , working on NeuroSentinel . At the same time , she received word that all the lands she had intended to buy had been paid for and the deeds of sale had been finalized . The titles were now being processed under her real estate company's name , Azora Real Estate LLC .

After work , Soraya went to her apartment , and Dante called to fetch her . estate and taught she went to back Angela a new piano piece . Jacob didn't arrive until ten in the evening . Soraya only noticed because she heard a car pull up in the driveway from her room . Soraya was checking her forex trade while working on the Valmont Privée website . She thought she heard a soft sound outside her room . When she turned , she saw a shadow pass under the small gap beneath the door .

She waited for a knock , but it didn't come . Instead , the shadow disappeared . Soraya frowned . She walked to the door and opened it . She caught Jacob walking away , headed to his room . " Jacob ? Do you need anything ? " Soraya asked . He turned , looking great as usual . " I - um . I was just wondering if you'd like to have tea with me ." Soraya pondered . Then she replied , " Can I bring my laptop ? I'm monitoring a trade ." " Sure , " he said .

" I'll ask the maids to bring in - what would you like ? " " Green tea ," Soraya replied . He nodded . " I'll see you in my room . " Soraya was taken aback . She asked , " I'm sorry , where ? " " My balcony , " Jacob explained . " The view's amazing at night . Thought it'd be nice . " " " Oh . " Soraya's lips rounded . The offer seemed very friendly , but why did her heart race ? " - Um - okay , I'll get my laptop .

" Later , as they sat on his balcony , Soraya had the most awkward tea time of her life . She couldn't understand what was happening to her , or why just being near Jacob made everything feel different . 3/4 781 % - 13:10 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 55