The Divorced Heiress’s Revenge

Dr. Wagner understood Bella's intention.

As there had never been definitive proof that Justin used drugs. The substances detected in his blood were merely circumstantial evidence. If the right opportunity arose, while it might not completely absolve him of suspicion, it could at least sow doubt and confusion.

"Alright... Alright... I agree. I'll do everything you ask!"

After leaving the Wagner residence, Ryan's bodyguards took Jerome into custody under strict supervision to ensure compliance.

Only when Dr. Wagner fulfilled Justin and Bella's demands would his son be released.

"Ryan, it's great to see you. How is Carrie lately?" Bella avoided Justin's gaze and turned to Ryan instead.

"She's doing wonderfully." The mention of Carrie brought an uncharacteristically tender look to Ryan's rugged face, his cheeks tinged with red. "We're also actively trying for a baby now."

"Really? That's fantastic news!" Bella's delight was genuine.

"Yeah. Once there's good news, you two will be the first to know!" Ryan blurted out the words without thinking in his excitement.

The atmosphere turned painfully awkward.

gaze, choosing

she forced a smile. "Ryan, Mr. Salvador, I have something to attend to, so I'll take my

her. But before he could speak, Bella darted off, and within moments, her black

quite protective of Bella earlier. Are you still in love with her?" Ryan studied his friend's unreadable

done the same," Justin replied, his deep eyes fixed

"Are you saying you don't love me?!" Justin's expression grew exasperated. "Chairman Hoffman, that's

his shoulder playfully. "You're all bark and no bite. Don't be so

back to Carrie. Goodnight."

Ryan grabbed his arm, his tone serious. "Justin, with everything going on, why didn't you come to me sooner? If I'd known Grant had his sights set on you, I'd have been here long ago to back

don't need your

rose in frustration. "Why

targeted by Grant is

"But-"

life-and-death trouble again?" Justin's gaze turned icy. "He's a more formidable opponent than Liam or Christopher. I won't let anyone else close

Justin strode to his car and drove off, leaving Ryan standing alone,

secured Dr. Wagner's compliance, Steven was in high spirits as he drove back. But in the backseat, Bella

to clear Mr. Salvador's name, it'll not only shift public opinion but also deal a blow to Grant's camp. Ms. Bella, don't you think