Chapter 7 Chapter 7 After leaving the coffee shop , Eva didn't head straight back to the office . Instead , she drove to the other side of the city . ] There was a villa here she'd loved in her past life , perched on a hillside with a sweeping view of the city's nightscape . [ ] Back then , she and Dominic had toured the property together . She'd fallen in love with it and wanted to buy it . [ ] But Dominic shot it down , saying it was too expensive - maybe later when they had more money . " Later " never came . Instead , Dominic used her money to buy Scarlett a thirty - million - dollar mansion . [ ] Now , finally , she could afford her dream home . [ ] " Ms. Hawthorne , this villa is currently listed at eighty million , but since you're paying cash , the owner's willing to come down to seventy - five , " the real estate agent said respectfully . [ ] Eva nodded with satisfaction . [ ] With eight billion in assets , a seventy - five - million villa was pocket change . Ill take it . Let's do the paperwork tomorrow . " ] " Absolutely , I'll arrangARRANT everything . " e agreement Eva stood alone on the villa's balcony , taking in the city lights below . [ ] After signing the purchase The evening glow painted the sprawling metropolis in golden hues - it was breathtaking . [ And finally , she could look down on it all as a winner . Her phone buzzed . Ashton . [ ] " Ms. Hawthorne , I've got good news . Dominic's asset auction has started , and preliminary estimates suggest we'll recover about two billion . " " That much ? " Eva was surprised . " Mainly from his Whitmore Group shares . Even with the scandal tanking the stock price , it's still a major company - plenty of investors are interested . " ]] " What about the remaining money ? " " We've frozen Dominic's overseas accounts . Conservative estimate is another billion there . That's three billion total , leaving a forty - billion gap from the seventy billion . " Eva considered this : " Then let's pursue criminal charges . Moving three billion in assets constitutes major financial fraud . " ]] " Understood . I'll get right on it . " [ ] After hanging up , Eva suddenly felt empty . [ ] Her revenge plan was nearly complete . Dominic and Scarlett had gotten what they deserved . Her goals were basically achieved : But then what ? How was she supposed to spend the rest of her life ? Her phone rang again . Her assistant this time . ] ] " Ms. Hawthorne , someone named Cameron Rivers wants to meet with you . Says he has important business proposal . " [] Cameron Rivers ? ] Eva paused . She knew that name ] The Rivers Group heir - young , accomplished , highly respected in business circles . [ ] In her past life , she'd seen him at a few corporate events but never really talked to him . [ ] Where is he now ? " Chapter 7 " In the lobby cafe , waiting for you . " [ ] Eva checked the time . Eight PM . Pretty unusual time for a business meeting . " Tell him I'll be down in ten minutes . " [ ] Ten minutes later , Eva entered the café . ] Cameron was already there and stood when he saw her . " Ms. Hawthorne , it's an honor to finally meet you . " [ ] Cameron looked to be in his early thirties - tall , handsome , with the confident bearing of a successful businessman . [ ] But his eyes were genuine , without the complicated emotions she usually saw from men . ]] " Mr. Rivers , please , have . " " It is important . " Cameron cut straight to t the point . " I want to acquire Whitmore Group . " ]] Eva sat across from him . " Must be something important to discuss business this late . " ] ] Eva raised an eyebrow . That was unexpected . " Whitmore Group is currently up for auction . You can bid directly . " " I know , but I wanted to talk to you first . " Cameron expression was serious . " After all , you're Whitmore Group's largest creditor . Your position matters . " ] Eva understood his angle . If she supported Cameron's acquisition , he'd have a major advantage in the auction . [ ] " What's your offer , Mr. Rivers ? " ] " Two and a half billion . " Cameron named his price . " Five hundred million over market value . " [ ] That was definitely a serious offer . ]] " Why Whitmore Group ? " Eva asked curiously . [ ] n ... " ] " I see potential in the industry , and Whitmore Group has solid fundamentals despite everything . " Cameron paused . " Though there's another reason ... " " Which is ? " " I want to help you completely cut ties with Dominic Whitmore . " Cameron's eyes were sincere . " If I acquire Whitmore Group , you won't have to deal with him anymore . " ] Eva was taken aback . She hadn't expected him to say something like that . [ ] " Why would you want to help me , Mr. Rivers ? " ] " Because I admire you . " Cameron was refreshingly direct . " The way you've handled this whole situation has been impressive - decisive , rational, strategic . Women like that are rare in business . " ] Eva couldn't help but smile at his bluntness . " Are you complimenting me or your own judgment , Mr. Rivers ? " " Both , I guess . " Cameron smiled back . " Ms. Hawthorne , I'll be honest - I've been looking for a business partner . Someone capable , bold , trustworthy . Meeting you today , I think I've found her . " Eva studied the man across from her carefully . Cameron would definitely make an excellent business partner [ ] Rivers Group had a sterling reputation , and Cameron himself had no negative press . [ ] Most importantly , he seemed genuinely trustworthy ! ] " What kind of partnership did you have in mind ? " acquire Whitmore Group , you invest five hundred million for a twenty percent stake . We rebuild the company together . " Cameron outlined his plan in detail . Chapter 7 " With your investment acumen and my management experience , I believe we could create something amazing . " It was definitely an attractive proposition . [ ] Plus , if they could turn Whitmore Group around , it would be like twisting the knife in Dominic's wounds . Imagining Dominic's face when he saw his former company thriving under someone else - that thought gave Eva a rush of satisfaction . r . " ] " Your proposal is interesting . Mr. Rivers , but I need time to think it over . " " Of course , a decision this important deserves careful consideration . " Cameron stood up . " I won't keep you any longer . Here's my card - contact me whenever you've decided . " ] Eva took the business card , watching Cameron's retreating figure as a bold idea began forming . Maybe this really was a great opportunity . Not just for business partnership , but for starting her life over completely . In her past life , she'd wasted all her energy on a worthless man . This time , she'd focus on things that actually mattered . ] ] And Cameron seemed like exactly the kind of person worth partnering with and trusting . ] Back home , Eva thoroughly researched Rivers Group . The more she learned , the more promising this partnership looked [ ] Rivers Group focused on tech and finance - perfectly aligned with her vision for future growth . ] And Cameron himself was impressive - excellent education , strong business track record . Most importantly , he wasn't married and had zero messy scandals . [ ] Surviving years in the business world while keeping a clean reputation spoke volumes about his character . ] ] With that thought , Eva picked up her phone and dialed Cameron's number . [ ] " Mr. Rivers , it's Eva Hawthorne . " [ ] " Ms. Hawthorne , you've made your decision already ? " " Yes , I'm in . But I have one condition . " ] " What's that ? " dy ? " Cameron sounded plesaty surprised . ] " I want to be actively involved in management , not just a passive investor . " A few seconds of silence , then Cameron's warm laugh came through . ] " Deal ! Ms. Hawthorne , I have a feeling this partnership is going to be incredible . " [] After hanging up , Eva couldn't help but smile . [ ] Revenge was just her first goal after being reborn . Soon , that would be complete . ]] . Now she could start living her real life . [] And this time , she wouldn't put her hopes in any man . She'd rely on her own power to become the most successful woman in the world . [ ] Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!