The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

Chapter 61 Chapter 61 Rose- Rose didn't like Elena Dalton . 79 % No , she wasn't a client . Bringing Elena to Cedar Heights was Claire's idea . Still , Rose had to admit , the thought of dragging Soraya's spirit through the sand had its appeal . The truth was , after that incident at her mother's birthday lunch gathering , Rose's dislike for Soraya had grown . So , she wanted to see what Elena could bring to the table . Rose had purposely encouraged Sage to invite Soraya .

All the more because she didn't like to swim , and the little girl wanted company dipping into the ocean . It worked out to her advantage . At least at the party , Calum's attention was focused only on her . What she didn't expect was Elena actually thinking she had a chance with Jacob Steel . Jacob Steel ? Really ? Yes , the Daltons were powerful in New Avenport . They were filthy rich , maybe even comparable to the Carters . And yes , Elena was beautiful . But she was just a fake rich girl .

She was adopted ! And her face ? It didn't even come close to Rose's . How could she possibly compare ? Even Rose hadn't caught Jacob's eye , and she was Calum's girlfriend . To him , that's all she was . Nothing more . Not even a flicker of flirtation . Unlike Melvin , who always found a way to compliment her perfume or how hot she looked in her bikini . Or Roger , who once " accidentally " brushed her ass and apologized a little too slowly . At least they noticed her as a woman . But Jacob ?

At best , she got a glance and a generic " you look good " -and even that only came after Melvin or Roger said something first , or when Claire made a big fuss about her dress or makeup . His compliments felt like an afterthought . Never specific . Never meant just for her . And yet here was Elena , acting like she could be something else . Something more , How laughable . Rose was about to knock some sense into Elena when the latter stood up to get some chocolate pudding .

Her actions confused Rose and Claire , but later , it became clear what her intention was . Elena bumped into Soraya and purposely spilled the pudding all over her ! Rose nearly laughed ! She expected Soraya to feel ashamed or to run to the restroom , but to her dismay , Calum's ex - wife stepped back and pulled her covers over her head ! Claire gasped . 1/4 13:12 Tue , 19 Aug Chasters ! Rose's lips twitched . And from across the pool , one of Melvin's cousins whistled in approval .

79 % Rose's gaze quickly snapped to Calum , and she saw him staring at Soraya in surprise . His brows were furrowed , and he did not look away ! Why ? Soraya was now standing in her bikini , and she had a perfect figure ! She could very well pass as a Victoria's Secret model with more breasts ! When Rose had expected Soraya to have some belly fat , it was the opposite ! She had a very toned stomach , and her skin was as white as ivory , looking soft as silk .

The worst part was the man who came to her rescue first . No , it wasn't Silas Ward - it was … Jacob Steel ! " Are you okay ? " Jacob asked , his face creased with concern . Before Rose could analyze Jacob's actions , Sage ran and screamed at Elena , " You did that on purpose ! I saw you ! " " What ? No , little girl , I didn't " Elena tried to defend herself . " No ! I saw you ! I saw you ! " Sage screamed . " Shut up ! " Elena shot back .. " I saw it too , " Jacob said coldly .

" Did you come to Melvin's party just to cause trouble ? " Elena stuttered , " Mr. Steel , I'd never do that . Why would I ? My name is- " " I know exactly who you are , " Jacob said , his voice low and flat . " Wrap yourself in silk , diamonds , or someone else's legacy , it won't change what you are . A counterfeit . " " I think we're done with this party ," Silas said aloud . He turned to Claire and suggested , " Someone obviously set a trap with the intention of humiliating Soraya .

" Silas then grabbed his and Soraya's bags , walking toward her . " Let's go , Darling , We have better things to do than stoop this low . " " U - wait , Mr. Ward ? Soraya ? " Melvin called , panicking- " Don't worry , Mr. Carter . Soraya will talk to you … Some other time , " Silas said . " But Uncle Silas ! " Sage complained , frowning Soraya knelt before Sage , pinching her cheek gently . " I do need to go . Mommy has a lot of work to do .

Take care ." 2/4 179 % 廠 13:12 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 61 And just like that , Soraya and Silas left for the changing room and never returned . Jacob also left , bluntly saying , " I lost my interest ." Calum ended up taking care of Sage for the rest of the gathering , while Rose sulked about not getting alone time with her man . As for Elena ? Well , at least she understood she was no longer wanted . She left shortly after , declaring . " This was a boring party anyway .

" When the party was over , Sage was already asleep in one of the cabanas . Melvin took the chance to walk up to Claire . Rose was seated next to Claire and heard everything , aloud ! " You know what , Claire ? You're becoming more like trouble lately . Why did you even bring that woman here ? You knew Sage had asked Soraya to come ! You ruined it for Soraya , which means you ruined it for Sage ! " Melvin snapped . " And you got Jacob pissed off too ! " he added .

" I don't even know why Jacob got upset ! " Claire responded . " Because you brought a troublemaker who caused a scene . " This time , it was Calum who spoke . " And Jacob was probably angry because Sage saw everything , and Elena even dared to scream at Sage ! " Then Calum turned to Rose , asking , " Tell me the truth , Rose . Is Elena Dalton your customer ? Don't lie to me , because I can check your accounts and see if that woman purchased any of your designs .

" Rose turned to Claire , silently begging for help . " Don't blame Rose . It was all my idea , " Claire said . The look of dismay was apparent on Calum's face . He said without looking at Claire , " It may have been your idea , Claire , but Rose clearly gave you a hand . She even encouraged Sage to ask Soraya to come ." Calum turned around and carried Sage into his arms . He started walking out , saying , " Let Claire take you home , Rose . I'm taking Sage home . " " Calum ? " Rose called .

" Calum , wait ! " But Calurn never looked back , and Rose felt she had just made a big mistake . -Jacob- Later that night , Jacob followed up with Dante about the investigation into the Rowan family . What he learned only deepened his suspicions . 3/4 13-12 ue , 19 Aug Chapter 61 The Rowans might have orchestrated the events that led to Calum being drugged seven years ago . " But why ? " Jacob thought . " What do the Rowans gain from this ? " 4/4