The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

-Soraya : Ten minutes . It had been exactly ten minutes since they sat there , and all they did was drink tea in silence . Well , Soraya was checking her trade now and then , but Jacob ? He was looking past the trees , the distant lights , and maybe the skies . " How's the divorce coming ? " His very first question . " It's happening , " she responded , slightly looking his way before putting her empty teacup down . "Was the waiting period reset ? " Jacob inquired . " No.

" Soraya explained the incident that resulted in Silas spilling the truth about Rose being the third party in her marriage . " I was able to resubmit the divorce papers on time . I have about five weeks left before the waiting period ends , and I can finally be officially … a divorcee . " " Sounds tragic , right ? " Soraya muttered . " I'm sorry , " Jacob said . " I wish I could help , but we can't manipulate the dates . " " Of course !

And there's no need for you to help me with it , " she said . " What do you plan to do after the divorce ? " Jacob asked . Soraya shrugged and said , " I want to be … filthy rich . Can I be as rich as you ? " A low chuckle escaped Jacob's lips . When Soraya turned to look at him , she caught the smooth shift of his Adam's apple as he swallowed , the movement oddly captivating . His smile deepened , carving gentle laugh lines at the corners of his mouth .

" There's only one solution to that , " he said . Soraya raised a brow . " And what would that be ? " " Maybe I'll tell you … " He paused . His eyes met hers , unreadable but intense . " Later . " " You're being cryptic , " Soraya remarked . Jacob's lips twitched . " Some things can't be said right away , Soraya . Especially when they matter too much . " * I see you working too hard . There are ways everything yourself . Does your budget include an assistant ?

Maybe it's time to hire one , " he suggested . " Or around that , you know . Being successful doesn't mean you hav whatever kind of underling you need for your … income streams . Care to tell me what those are ? Aside from forex , have to do 80 % 13:11 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 55 stocks , and NeuroSentinel ? " Soraya pondered . After giving it It's hard to trust people , you know . " thought , she replied , " You are right . You are absolutely right . It's just that …. " As for my ventures .

" She smiled , bit her lip , and responded , " I'll tell you about it when it's pretty clear . " " Top secret , huh ? " Jacob asked . Soraya could not help but smile at his remark . " I - I just … I don't know , I prefer to keep it to myself for now ." " Maybe I'll tell you , " she suggested . " Later . " She looked back at Jacob's room , noticing how big it was and how well everything was arranged .

The modern style featured clean shapes , soft colors , and smooth furniture , which made the entire space feel calm and classy . " Nice room , by the way , " she remarked . " Hmmm , " Jacob said . Soraya turned to Jacob once more , studying his insanely handsome features as he stared out from the balcony . She might have stared longer if not for the alert from her trading platform . " Oh , shoot ! British pounds are dropping , " she muttered , before her fingers flew over the keyboard .

She quickly cut the trade short , closing her position before the loss deepened . " Lost money ? " Jacob asked . Soraya shook her head . She said , " Just a little . It's nothing compared to how much I have gained . That's why it's very important to monitor the trade . " " You should get some rest . It's twelve , " Jacob suggested . " I'll walk you to your room . " Soraya , " " Walk me to my room ? " Soraya mused .

' Was my room in another house ?" " You don't have to ," she said , closing her laptop . " I insist , " he said , casually getting up . Because he was already making his way to the door , Soraya had no choice . She followed behind him , and seconds later , they walked in silence to her room . When they finally arrived at her door , Jacob tucked his hands in his pockets . " Good night . Sleep well . " " Thank you , Jacob . You too , " she said .

80 % 13:11 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 55 In the days that followed , Soraya focused on NeuroSentinel . She had only one distraction , and that was Calum's request for her to bake a cake for Sage . She baked a cake for her daughter , but instead of delivering it in person , she asked Calum's driver to fetch it from her office . When Sage messaged her , asking why she did not come to the house , she explained : [Mommy has a lot of work to do . I'll visit you when I have the time .

] On a Wednesday , she received a call from Edward Wright , asking her out for dinner . However , she politely declined due to work demands . The following day , however , Soraya had one important task to do . She needed to hire an assistant - one who had great programming skills , just like her . The best way she thought she could achieve this was by getting a referral from her previous college professor , Silas was busy , so she asked Lyra to accompany her .

They went to the same college , so Lyra was familiar with her professor . Lyra took Digital Marketing while Soraya took Computer Engineering Professor Leonard Hsu , Soraya's former professor , co - authored a widely used textbook titled ' Foundations of Scalable Data Architecture : Principles , Patterns , and Practices . To this day , the book remains part of the core curriculum in many college institutions around the country .

He now serves as the Dean of Cedar Heights Institute of Technology , while also taking on consulting work for tech companies . When Soraya and Lyra came to see him with the intention of finding an assistant , the professor said , " I have just the right person for you , " " He is one of our scholars . He has the potential to become another Silas Ward - or maybe even a Soraya Azar ," he explained , making Soraya smile .

" However , this young man lost his parents recently and is taking care of his younger brother . He is doing food deliveries while studying to support himself and his brother . That's why it's taking him longer to finish his degree , even if he is a genius , " the professor explained . " How old is he ? " Soraya asked . " He is twenty - one , " Mr. Hsu said , " He would have finished college earlier if he wanted to . " Soraya understood , because she finished college when she was eighteen .

" With how good he is in programming , he could land a good part - time job , but most employers are strict with time , and sadly , he needs to send his brother to school and fetch him during the day , " Mr. Hsu added . " So , Soraya , if you can make it work for him , it will be a good opportunity , not just for this kid , but for you , to have someone as talented as Emil as an employee . " " I'm already interested in him , " Lyra said . 3/4 80 % Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 55 Soraya also agreed .

She did not need an assistant to work during office hours . What she needed was results . Plus , she trusted her professor . He was not the kind of person to randomly praise anyone . " I'd like to meet him , " Soraya said . The professor made a call , and thirty minutes later , Emil Vargas arrived . He was a good - looking young man with a tan complexion . He wore a plain shirt with a jacket over it . He was thin and looked a little worn out . " Good afternoon , " he said politely .

" Soraya , this is Emil Vargas . " The professor turned to the young man , smiling . " Emil , this is Soraya . She'd like to offer you a job ." Later , Emil , Lyra , and Soraya got acquainted . She also tested Emil's technical abilities , giving him a simple programming task while they were at a café . Thankfully , the young man did not disappoint . He was focused , fast , and knew what to do . They soon discussed wages and job responsibilities when Soraya brought up her plans .

" Another project which I'd like to initiate is a learning app for children with learning disabilities . " Really ? " Emil said , eyebrows lifting . " I've actually been thinking about something like that too . My younger brother has a speech now , but still strugglerment , but with my schedule , it's been hard to consistently help him practice . He's ten to form full sentences . " Soraya smiled , not because of the hardship Emil was facing , but because they seemed to share the same interest .

For the first time , she felt a connection , something they both cared about and could possibly build together . " Then , " Soraya smiled , " we'll get along just fine . " On a Friday , Soraya was excited to see Angela , but unexpectedly , Jacob called , informing her that his mother , Victoria , had taken Angela out of town to Disney World . They would be back on Sunday . " You can take the weekend off , " Jacob suggested .

But instead of taking a break , Soraya ended up going to Melvin's birthday party at Sage's request . That tha + - + face with at ! an an Comment AD Send gift No Ads 80 % 13:11 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 56