The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

Chapter 66 -Claire 79 % " I swear , Calum . I won't do it anymore , " Claire said firmly . " I just wanted revenge for what Silas and Soraya did during Mrs. Becket's birthday party ." " Which was your fault to begin with ," Melvin pointed out . " If you had allowed Soraya to speak with Calum at that time , Silas would not have been provoked to yell out the purpose of their visit .

" Their group was already at the Velvet Hour , the well - known bar and restaurant at Prima Hotel , discussing the incident during Melvin's party " And you spoiled my family's meeting with Soraya during my birthday party ," Melvin Carter added . " The next time you want to ruin someone else's party , Claire , do it on your birthday party - or Roger's ! " " Hey , relax , man . Claire already said she was sorry , and I am sorry about the incident during Mrs. Becket's birthday , " Roger cut in .

" I can't believe we are arguing because of Soraya . Is she worth ruining our friendship ? " Claire said , frowning . Rose ended up tugging Calum's coat , saying , " Calum . I thought you were going to fix things with Claire . " " I want to be clear , " Calum said . " I don't want this happening again . Yes , I did not like how Soraya and I got married , but it doesn't mean we will make ties with the Daltons .

" " " And don't you ever involve Rose in your schemes again , Claire , " Calum said , his voice low and sharp . " You know damn well how I feel about that kind of manipulation ." " Okay . Okay ! I swear ! " Claire raised her hand . " You are forgiven for now , " Calum said . He gazed at Roger , adding , " You too . But I won't forget . Let this be my final warning . Don't cause trouble . " " We won't , " Roger said , and Claire nodded in agreement . They had dinner after sorting it all out .

While the food arrived , Claire's phone rang . She excused herself to answer the call " Dad ? " she said , referring to Marvin Rowan . " He didn't sign it ," her father said on the other end of the line . Claire bit her lip . She gulped and took a full turn . " I'm sorry , Dad . " Marvin Rowan . " I thought you would make it happent I'm disappointed in you , Claire . " Claire : " Look , Dad . I can't just tell Rose to make Calum sign anything outright .

So , I was just hoping that she would 1/4 13:13 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 66 . distract him . " 号 .79 % Marvin Rowan : " You need to find a way to control Rose . What was the whole point of introducing her to Calum if she doesn't serve her purpose ? " Claire nodded and said , " I'll figure something out . " Marvin Rowan : " Well , since we did not get the funds we needed , you are not launching your haircare line either . " Her father ended the call , leaving Claire incredibly frustrated .

Claire returned to finish her dinner , but since she was not in a good mood , she left early with her brother . Only Rose , Calum , and Melvin were left at the Velvet Hour . -Calum " Melvin , thank you for inviting me ! " A cousin of Melvin turned up , Luke Carter . He was younger than Melvin by two years . Calum had known Luke for a long time , but he was often travelling abroad . The last time they saw each other was during Melvin's party .

Melvin and Luke were texting a while ago , and upon learning that his cousin was just at a nearby store , he invited him to join their dinner . " Luke , you remember Calum's girlfriend , Rose , " Melvin reintroduced Rose . They exchanged pleasantries before Rose said , " I'll just go to the ladies ' room . " Calum acted to get up , but Rose said , " I can handle it . " As Rose left , Luke's gaze followed her .

At first , Calum thought Luke admired Rose , but very quickly , he said , " Look , Calum . I know that what Soraya did seven years ago was wrong , but did you really not touch her after you made Sage ? " " Sorry , " Luke said , leaning back . " I saw her at Melvin's party , and when she took off her beach cover- Luke simulated with his hands , forming Soraya's figure .

" What I saw was perfection , Perfect tits , small waist , skin like ivory, and beautiful legs ." " It's just that " He pointed in Rose's direction , trying to get the words out of his chest . But in the end , he said , " I just thought it's such a shame ." Luke was one of those who knew the inside secrets of the Montclair family . So , he was aware of Calum's marriage . When Calum turned to Melvin , his friend looked down . It only meant Melvin agreed with his cousin .

Funny how 2/4 13:13 Tue , 19 Aug 0 Chapter f Melvin was one of those who strongly opposed Soraya before . 79 % " Rose is not only beautiful , but she has achieved so much at a young age , " Calum pointed out . " She graduat with honors and has finished her master's degree . Her fashion line is on the rise , and I believe she is going to come out on top . " " Above all , Rose knows how to carry herself , not like Soraya , Calum added . Luke made a face .

He looked conflicted , but still , he said , " Yeah . I suppose Soraya didn't know how to dress well . Although … " He frowned and commented , " I thought she looked great at the beach . " " Anyway , just a thought , " Luke said . Soraya- On a Friday afternoon , Soraya and Lyra had a meeting with Luca and Emil Vargas . They covered the progress of the website and the number of dresses Luca had finished for their initial launch .

They were on time with their target date , two hours of sleep every day . and Soraya could not be more pleased that Emil had given her an extra Since she had promised to have dinner with her uncle and aunt , Soraya went straight to Philip's home in the evening . After that , she arrived late at Jacob's home . Soraya found Jacob in Angela's room , reading her a bedtime story . When Angela turned to the door and saw Soraya , she was no longer sleepy . " Mommy !

" Angela ran to hug Soraya , and she embraced the little girl back . " Mommy , stay - me ! " Soraya leveled with Angela , clearly enunciating , " Stay . With . Me . " " Stay . With . Me , " Angela said slowly . Soraya smiled and nodded . Then , Angela screamed for joy ! " Yey ! " " I can take over , " Soraya offered , speaking to Jacob . " I have work to finish ," Jacob said . " So , thank you .

" Knowing that Jacob would probably be busy the next day , Soraya took the chance to inform him about her plans . " Jacob ? " she asked . " I'm taking Angela to my uncle's house tomorrow for dinner . They want to get to know Angela more . " " That should be fine , " Jacob said . He took a step , but turned back , casually leaning against the doorframe .

With his sleeves rolled just enough to 3/4 79 % Chapter 66 show his forearms and his shirt hugging his broad shoulders , he looked effortlessly refined . And his eyes ? They always seemed to know more than he let on . " What do your aunt and uncle like ? When I came to see you last week , I just gave random gifts . I still hoped they liked it , Jacob said , his voice low and smooth . " You call a vintage wine and a Hermès bag random ? " Soraya said , chuckling . " Aren't they ?

" Jacob protested , flashing a brief smirk that made it annoyingly hard to argue with him . " They're not specific to their interests . " You don't have to , " Soraya said . " I insist , " Jacob responded . They argued a bit , and since Jacob wouldn't give up , Soraya gave in . " They like art . If you notice , there are lots of paintings at home . " Jacob nodded . " Thank you .

" When Saturday evening came , Soraya thought that the family driver would simply deliver the gift , but to her surprise , Jacob delivered it himself ! He not only brought a painting , but he also brought more wine , food , and even dessert . He was standing by Philip's house , saying , " I hope you don't mind . I invited myself , " Now , how was Soraya supposed to say no to him ? Of course , she couldn't .