Chapter 19 He pressed tightly against his chest , feeling as if that spot was burning incessantly . Perhaps from the very beginning , he never liked Angela as much as he had imagined . Just like Rosalie , it was only natural for a young man to fall for the gentle and beautiful Angela in his youth . Angela was so perfect that she fit every boy's fantasy of a future partner . Even Duncan was no exception . After Angela and Julian both died in a car accident , he was utterly devastated , channeling all his anger onto Rosalie alone . He believed that if it weren't for Rosalie , Julian and Angela would never have gotten into trouble , so he tricked her into falling in love with him and did everything he could to torment her . But after lying for so long , even he was starting to believe his own deception . As time passed , Duncan's love for Angela had long since faded . But his hatred for Rosalie could never be erased . With two lives lost between them , he could not forgive her , nor could he abandon everything to love her . And so , they ended up in this deadlock . 0.00 % 21 49 Chapter 19 288 Vouchers Duncan truly regretted it - regretted not telling Rosalie how he really felt . Even at the very moment of her death , he was still doubting her . Now , finally given a chance to relive it all in a dream , he didn't want to miss this opportunity again ! Duncan gripped Rosalie's shoulders and spoke with utmost seriousness : " Rosalie , I don't like Angela anymore . The person I like the most now is ... " you ! Before he could finish the last word , the dream came to an abrupt end . Duncan opened his eyes in a daze , still thinking he was in the dream , and instinctively called out , " Rosalie , I like you ! " However , there was no response for a long time . Valerie , who had woken him up , turned pale , biting her lip hard , cursing Rosalie silently in her heart several times . After a long while , she forced herself to put on that gentle smile and asked softly , " Duncan , did you call the wrong name ? " " Didn't you hate Rosalie the most ? Why haven't you asked me to help you get back at her these days ? I haven't seen you for days , I've missed you so much . " As she spoke , she smiled faintly and sat down beside Duncan , her slender fingers slowly climbing up his chest , her body inching closer and closer . " Duncan , is Rosalie upstairs ? If she saw us like this , she would definitely feel terrible , wouldn't she ? " 34.05 % 000 21:49 m Chapter 19 288 Vouchers Valerie curled her lips slightly , glancing inconspicuously toward the stairs , silently counting the seconds in her mind , eagerly awaiting Rosalie's appearance . However , before she could react , Duncan's face darkened and he shoved her away . " Who let you in without my permission ? Who told you to provoke Rosalie on your own ? What do you think you are , daring to show up in front of me ! " He mercilessly stomped on her hand , pressing so hard it was as if he would crush her bones . " Ah ! " Valerie's face turned as white as a sheet , letting out a piercing scream , trembling in pain . " Mr. Hernandez , please , let me go , I won't dare again . I just thought you wanted me to keep provoking Rosalie like before . Without your orders , I won't ever act on my own again ! " Title: CEO, Your Wife Is Gone Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance, CEO, Sweet Romance, Modern, Romantic Status: ongoing In "CEO, Your Wife Is Gone," Elise battles cancer while striving to fulfill her role as the perfect wife to George. Trinity, Elise's sister, orchestrates a deceitful scheme against her... Embark on a heartfelt journey in this modern romance novel that explores themes of love and betrayal amidst the challenges of illness. Follow Elise as she navigates the complexities of her relationships and confronts unexpected twists orchestrated by those closest to her. What sets "CEO, Your Wife Is Gone" apart is its poignant portrayal of love tested by adversity and the resilience of the human spirit. Dive into this captivating narrative filled with emotional depth and intricate character dynamics. Discover the unique blend of romance and suspense that defines this captivating story available to read at CrushReel. Experience the emotional rollercoaster of Elise's journey online at CrushReel today.