Chapter 30 One day , Katerina passed by the dessert shop as usual , ordered a slice of cake , and sat down to enjoy it slowly . The taste was very familiar , almost as if her second brother had made it . Every time she came here , she had this strange feeling . But then she smiled to herself . How could that be ? If Tony were here , the shop would surely be packed . After finishing her cake , she checked the time and headed to find Joshua . But as she left , a medical report was left behind on the table . It wasnt until she was far away that Tony slowly emerged , picking up the report . His heart sank as he read the results . Shes pregnant ? He bitterly smiled . He had once hoped that someday , he could wait until they broke up , and that she might forgive him . But now , it seemed there would be no such opportunity . Katerina was smiling as she made her way upstairs to find Joshua . She couldnt help herself and wrapped her arms around him from behind , gleefully exclaiming : Josh ! Were having a baby ! As soon as the words left her mouth , Joshuas face lit up with happiness , and he tightly embraced her , planting a kiss on her forehead . Kate , I love you . The two of them held each other tightly , and at that moment , Tony , holding a trophy in the corner of the office , felt his heart sour . He had just come from the competition and had rushed back to tell her the good news that he had won the championship , only to receive this devastating blow instead . But hadnt he already expected this ? 11:13 Losing to My Substitute 29.99 the bitterness surged within Andrew , but he still placed the trophy on the desk , grifted his teeth , and ned to speak nonchalantly : Kate , congratulations . This trophy … consider it a gift for the baby . I have to go now ; the coach is calling me . See you With those words , he hurriedly left . Back at the club , he sat in front of the computer , playing games like a maniac , almost losing himself in the process , After a long while , he slumped helplessly in his chair , two silent tears falling from his eyes . Its time to give up . Its time to give up … big brother , second brother . He murmured to himself . After that day , when he reached the age limit , he retired from the club and began to take over the family business , rivaling Ethan . But he also restricted himself and Ethan from seeking out Katerina . There was nothing they could do . They could only give up . < End of Story 1 > < Story 2 > Chapter 1 Hello , Ms. Im the director of the Denmark Sanatorium . Youre planning to come here under an alias in a month , intending to stay for life , correct ? Yes . Linda Taylor and her husband , Ivan Martin , were the leading couple in this world , once truly in love . But now , she was ready to leave him forever . Clang , clang the clock struck midnight . Their wedding anniversary had passed , and Ivan still hadnt come home . Notifications kept popping up on her phone . The worlds first holographic game , The Gods , breaks one billion in sales within three hours of launch ! Losing to My Substitute 30.2 % Tech mogul Ivan madly in love with his wife ! teans name held steady at the top of trending topics . The success of The Gods had catapulted him to fame as a coveted tech sensation both domestically and internationally . Linda scrolled down and opened a solo interview video featuring him . On screen , Ivan sat with legs crossed , a confident , composed posture . His deep gaze was filled with affection , his voice a low , gentle laugh . My achievements today are all thanks to my wife , Ms. Shes been my greatest support and motivation … Theard Mr. Martin designed a love confession game , For Ever and Ever , back in college for his wife . Any plans to release it ? Wed love to play ! A friend of mine who works for Mr. Martin said he even enrolled in a culinary class just to cook for his wife ! He never lets her set foot in the kitchen ! $ Four years ago , he almost died by her bedside after a misdiagnosis left him thinking she had a terminal illness . Blood was everywhere they barely saved him ! Old and new fans alike knew Mr. Martin of ZyTech adored his wife beyond words . Bored , Linda put the divorce papers back into the drawer and was about to turn off her phone when the video switched to a trailer for The Gods . Hello , everyone , Im Katherine , a gaming streamer and the spokesperson for The Gods … Hearing that name , Linda felt a wave of dizziness . Then , a warm embrace wrapped around her from behind . Linda sank into the unfamiliar , warmly scented arms . Why arent you asleep yet ? Ivan was back . The unfamiliar fragrance from his body made Lindas stomach turn . She looked up , her gaze traveling past his reflection in the mirror to the phone screen still playing the video . Losing to My Substitute 30.4 % Whyd you get an influencer as the spokesperson ? The Gods was big enough that even top international celebrities would fight for a chance to represent it . Her names Katherine . Shes an excellent streamer , quite a bit like you back in college . Ill introduce you sometime , Ivan said easily , his tone nonchalant . But Linda knew the truth : Katherine was the woman he kept on the side . Every excuse of late nights at work , every night he didnt come home , he was with Katherine . Her chest tightened , the dizziness grew worse . Her vision went black as a sudden rush of blood filled her nostrils . Her consciousness faded , her ears ringing with Ivans panicked voice . Linda , hang in there . Were almost at the hospital . Ill draw your blood right away ! In her haze , she caught a glimpse of the tear slipping down his cheek . Linda knew Ivan loved her . But she couldnt understand why could he love her so deeply , yet lie to her so openly ? 11.13 Losing to My Substitute In the ongoing romance novel "CEO's Twins Want Mommy Back" by CrushReel, Cassandra finds herself in a seemingly perfect marriage with a loving husband and adorable stepchildren. However, her troubled past looms large, raising questions about the true stability of her newfound family. As she navigates the complexities of blending her past and present, Cassandra must confront the shadows that threaten to disrupt her blissful facade. What secrets lie beneath the surface, and how will she protect her newfound happiness from the ghosts of her past? This modern tale delves into themes of redemption, family dynamics, and the intricate balance between love and secrets. The unique blend of billionaire romance and office drama adds layers of intrigue to Cassandra's journey as she strives to keep her personal life from unraveling. With a compelling narrative that intertwines sweet romance with contemporary challenges, "CEO's Twins Want Mommy Back" stands out as a must-read for fans of heartfelt stories set against the backdrop of corporate intrigue. Experience the emotional rollercoaster of Cassandra's quest for love and acceptance in this captivating novel. Available to read online at CrushReel, immerse yourself in a world where past mistakes collide with present desires, promising a gripping narrative that will leave readers yearning for more.