Chapter 38

Lily clutched the police report and a cautionary notice in her hands.

“With these, you can start the divorce proceedings. Plus, my cousin works at Capital Solutions, and he mentioned that Julian’s salary is in the high five figures. His base pay and bonuses are issued separately, and he’s only shown you the base pay, hiding his real income,” Camila explained.

Erica added, “Right! And if he lays a hand on you again, you need to call the police.”

Lily nodded vigorously, “Thank you both. I’m lucky to have you.”

She had always been a hopeless romantic, moving alone to Fairmount to study, only to be sweet–talked into dropping out and marrying Julian after getting pregnant from his charming promises. No one could persuade her otherwise, and her parents were so furious they cut ties with her.

She was full of regret. Now, she spent her days gathering evidence of Julian’s hidden financial activities.

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Camila organized Connor’s schedule for the day. Her tasks were piling up, particularly with the upcoming shareholder meeting next month, which required a detailed report on the company’s performance for the first half of the year.

needed data integration from various departments, followed by in–depth analysis. She ran between departments all day, too busy

immediately returned to

an hour later, Connor, looking through his office’s French windows, saw her still typing relentlessly. He

Camila had to pause her

at her for a few seconds, then pointed to the lunch box on his desk with a

Mr. Connor, that’s your

hungry. I don’t feel like eating. You have it,” Connor said flatly.

thought. Part of her job was to ensure he ate properly, and now she was to eat his meal instead? That would be a clear dereliction of duty. “Mr. Connor, please don’t make this difficult for me. You know my responsibilities.

salary?” Connor’s

deep breath.

me or him?” Connor tilted his

a resigned smile. “Obviously, you.”

smiled satisfactorily and gestured for her

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