The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

Soraya - The kiss was soft and quick , yet it made Soraya's heart tumble as if it had forgotten how to beat normally . She froze , a surge of heat crawling up her neck and settling uncomfortably in her chest . Her mind screamed at her to pull away , to remind herself of reason , of distance … yet her body refused to comply . Her fingers tingled where Jacob's hand had brushed her cheek . She told herself it was impossible , that this couldn't - shouldn't - affect her . And yet , it did .

15 Jacob's gaze softened , lingering on her with an intensity that left her almost breathless . Soraya's head told her to move , to escape , but her limbs felt heavy , like lead , betraying her stubborn denial . " So much for waiting for the divorce , " Jacob said softly . He opened his mouth , clearly about to say more , but Angela turned up at the door . " Mommy ! Daddy ! " Angela ran to the bed and climbed up . " Breakfast . " Soraya cleared her throat . " What time is it ?

" She looked around but could not find a clock , although she was sure there was one . " It's nine , " Jacob said . " I have never woken up so late in a very long time . I wonder why . " " Have you eaten breakfast ? " Jacob asked Angela , and the little girl shook her head . Jacob lifted Angela into his arms . " Then let's all eat together ." Turning to her , Jacob said , " Soraya . Let's go . " " I - I'll just freshen up first , " she said . Breakfast was awkward , at least for Soraya .

She barely spoke , but Jacob acted as if nothing was wrong , though he remained attentive . He put food on her plate , poured coffee into her cup , and constantly checked on her . " Had a good sleep ? " he asked calmly . She nodded , her ears burning . " Why - why didn't you wake me ? " " How could I wake you ? " he said . " You've sacrificed enough hiding in my room . " Soraya , " … " ' That's it ? That's all he's going to give as an excuse ? ' she thought .

His thoughtfulness did not end there . When they headed back to their rooms , his hand rested at the small- 1/4 10010 76 % +15 Chapter 76 back , guiding her as if it were her first time in his house . Since it was Sunday , it was time for her to return home , but instead of letting Dante or the family driver take her . Jacob offered to drive her , with Angela coming along . They never talked about the kiss , nor was Soraya ready for it .

But she had to admit , the scene kept replaying in her head . When they arrived at her uncle's house , Jacob said , " We'll walk you to the door . " " That's not necessary- " But as always , Jacob gave her no room to refuse . He stepped out of the car and took Angela from the back seat . After walking her to the door , Jacob said to Angela , " Kiss your mommy goodbye ." Soraya , " … " " Bye , Mommy ! I'll miss you ," Angela said , hugging Soraya and kissing her cheek .

Soraya smiled and returned the kiss . " Don't worry . I'll see you for a whole week , the week after , remember ? " " A whole week ? " Jacob asked , confused . " Oh . " Only then did Soraya realize she hadn't told Jacob . " I hope you don't mind . On the phone yesterday , to appease Angela , I promised to stay at your house for a whole week . But I have so many things to do this week , so I can only do it next week . " " Ah , " Jacob said , his face lighting up . " I don't mind .

You can stay as long as you want . A week , two weeks , a month , a year- " " Stop , " Soraya said , laughing , her face flushing . She wanted to say more , but swallowed it down . " Goodbye , Jacob , " she said . " Goodbye , " he replied . Soraya was about to open the door when Jacob stopped her . " Are you forgetting something ? " She glanced at him , bemused , but before she could think , he leaned in and quickly pecked her lips . " Goodbye ," he said , a faint smile forming .

She watched as Jacob left the driveway , her hand resting on her chest . Something was happening to her , but she was truly scared of it . When Jacob's car disappeared from sight , Soraya entered the house but stayed by the door , resting her forehead on it . She counted numbers , trying to make sense of it all , but she did not want to accept the most logical explanation . 2/4 Chapter 76 " No , Soraya , " she shook her head and muttered softly .

" You still need to achieve your dreams ." Soraya finally decided to head upstairs . She still needed to drive to Cedar Heights , but as she walked past the living room , she saw her uncle and aunt on the couch . Philip said , " That's some complication there , Soraya . Are you sure you know what you're getting into ? " " Jacob seems like a good person ," Emily remarked . Oh , my god ,' she mused . Clearly , they had noticed . Soraya took a deep breath . " I don't know .

I don't want to think about it - not now . " 76 % At two a.m. Tuesday , Soraya received another call from the federal law enforcement agency . A real estate and commercial property management firm was being hacked . Cyberattacks almost always struck when the city was fast asleep . That's when hackers thrived , when vigilance was at its lowest . She initially wanted to reject the job . The offer was only $ 2 million .

However , the female agent on the other line said , " The location is in New Avenport ." Soraya got up and clarified , " New Avenport , so the company manages real estate in and near New Avenport ? " " Yes , Miss Azar , " Special Agent Cassie Vaughn said . Technically , she had been Soraya's handler since the start of her contract . Her eyes were wide awake now . She recalled her parents , the Daltons . They were also in the real estate business in New Avenport .

If she could strike back , even with a mere slap to their pride , she would , not out of mercy , but out of justice for herself . " Okay , " Soraya said . " I'll be there . " " I'll fetch you from your apartment ," Cassie said before ending the call . The job at New Avenport proved fruitful . She discovered that one of Dalton Realty's projects was failing miserably . She noted it and intended to monitor it .

If there was a chance she could acquire it , she would , to prove her capability to the Daltons . Of course , flying to another city and returning to Cedar Heights turned out to be exhausting . She stayed home the rest of Tuesday , working on NeuroSentinel while handling her trades . On Wednesday , she buried herself in work at Aegis Core Systems , She did not take a break or lunch and purposely ignored her mobile to avoid distractions .

Half an hour past one in the afternoon , her office phone rang . She frowned , picking it up . Only a few knew her 3/4 Chapter 76 extension . " Miss Azar , a man named Jacob insisted on speaking with you . " It was the receptionist ! Jacob had called through Aegis's trunkline ! " Ah . Tell him I'll call him , " she said , putting the phone down . She checked her mobile and realized Jacob had called ten times . She called back , and he answered on the first ring .

" Why did you call me at the office ? " she asked . " You weren't picking up , " he said . " I brought you lunch . Let's eat together ." Soraya , " … " She turned around , whispering , " We can't be seen together. " " We can eat in the car . I'm at your building's underground parking . I'll be waiting ," he said . " But- " " If you don't come down , I'll go up there , " he said , with a threatening tone . ' How dare this man ! How dare he ? ' she thought .

But even then , she made her way out of the office and down to the parking area . They ate lunch together . 4/4