Chapter 1 Betrayal " He'll spend his birthday with me tonight . " On her husband Wayne Hamilton's birthday , Danica Vance received a text from an unknown woman . It wasn't the first time . The woman attached a selfie . The photo didn't show her face . Only her bare legs and a used condom could be seen . Clutching her phone , Danica felt a wave of nausea . Soon , the woman texted her again . " You're too old for him . Be sensible and get a divorce . " Danica grabbed her bag and headed straight to the Nimbus Hotel . She'd see for herself who that woman was . Upon reaching the hotel entrance , she saw her mother , Liliana Watson , and her father , Rodney Vance . Stepping forward in surprise , she said , " Dad , Mom , what are you doing here ? " Liliana and Rodney were stunned . They immediately exchanged a glance and then looked away , not daring to meet Danica's eyes . " Dani , Jenny's back to the country . We're here to drop her off . " Jennifer ? Through the dustless floor - to - ceiling windows , Danica saw Jennifer 051103 Chapter 1 Betrayal Vance and instantly froze . The blue - and - white dress Jennifer was wearing was identical to the one in the photo . So , the woman was her sister Jennifer . Ever since high school , Jennifer's biggest hobby had been stealing others ' boyfriends . And now , she set her eyes on her brother- in - law . Danica couldn't help but laugh sarcastically . She turned around to look at Liliana and Rodney and asked , " You both knew she was hitting on Wayne ? " Rodney pulled an awkward smile . " Dani , Wayne doesn't love you at all . " Liliana echoed , " He's right , Dani . You know women in Marinburg are lining up to be with Wayne , right ? Rather than let others take him , why not give Jenny a chance ? " Danica couldn't help but clench her fists . " Dad , Mom , I'm your daughter , too ! " With that , she turned to leave without hesitation . Suddenly , Liliana's voice rang out behind her . " Danica , did Wayne touch you ? " Danica paused . Rodney said , his words harsh , " Danica , stop acting like we owe you . Back then , everyone thought Jenny and Wayne were meant to be . We only agreed to let you marry him in Jenny's place after his accident left him in a vegetative state . " Chapter 1 Betrayal Liliana sized her up with disdain . " Look at yourself , Danica . Over the past three years , you've been nothing but a housewife . What do you have left without Wayne ? But Jenny ? She's the lead principal dancer . You're nowhere near as good as her . She's the swan , and you're the ugly duckling . Just get a divorce so that they can finally be together- that's what everyone wants to see . " Her words were like a sharp knife , stabbing Danica's heart ruthlessly . She silently left , her eyes brimming with tears . *** It was already dark when Danica went back to the villa . She had given the maid Kelsey a day off and sat in the darkness alone , not bothering to turn the lights on . She then sat by the dining table , surrounded by silence and darkness . The table of dishes had gone cold , and the cake in the middle with the words " Happy birthday , Honey " stung her eyes . The surprises she had prepared and she were nothing but a joke . In everyone's eyes , Jennifer and Wayne were a golden couple , and they all knew how much Wayne doted on her . Yet , a car accident three years ago left him in a vegetative state . And shortly after that , Jennifer vanished without a trace . Then the Vance family brought Danica back from the countryside and forced her to marry Wayne in Jennifer's place . Danica agreed readily after learning her groom was Wayne , the man she had always loved deeply . After getting married , she took care of him attentively , becoming a full- time housewife who seldom went out or socialized . Finally , he woke 05.11 Chapter 1 Betrayal up after three years in a vegetative state . She pulled out a lighter and lit up some candles . Through the dim light , she saw her own reflection in the mirror - a housewife in a black - and - white dress forever , dull and rigid . On the contrary , Jennifer was now the lead principal dancer , the living embodiment of youth , vitality , and beauty . She was the ugly duckling . Jennifer was the swan . Jennifer was still Wayne's choice now that he had awoken . Only now did she realize the previous three years were nothing but a dream . Wayne didn't love her , but she loved him deeply . They said whoever fell in love first was destined to lose . Thanks to Wayne , she lost completely . She blew out the candles as tears welled up in her eyes . The villa once again plunged into endless darkness . Just then , two bright headlights shone into the living room - it was Wayne's Rolls - Royce Phantom , which soon came to a steady stop next to the lawn . Danica's eyelashes fluttered slightly . He was back … She had thought he wouldn't come home tonight . Soon , the door was opened . As she felt the slightly cool night breeze , a Chapter 1 Betrayal tall , slender figure came into her view . Wayne was home . The Hamilton family had been top - tier in Marinburg for over a century . As the future heir of the family , Wayne had shown extraordinary business talent since childhood . At the age of sixteen , he obtained a double master's degree from Brenton University . After graduation , he listed his first company in Wilsonville , which expanded rapidly . After he came back to the country , he officially took over the Hamilton Group and became the richest man in Marinburg . Wayne walked into the dining room and his deep , magnetic voice carried a trace of detachment . " Why didn't you turn on the lights ? " Then a soft click rang out . He turned on the wall lamp . Danica instinctively closed her eyes for a second upon feeling the sudden brightness . When she opened them again , she looked at Wayne . The custom - tailored black suit he was wearing accentuated his handsome face . His perfect proportions , coupled with his innate icy , noble temperament , made him undoubtedly the Prince Charming of Marinburg's socialites . Danica looked at him . " Today's your birthday . " Still expressionless , Wayne lifted his gaze a bit and glanced at the table . " Don't bother next time . I don't do birthdays . " Danica curved her lips . " You don't do birthdays ? Or you don't wanna celebrate them with me ? " Hearing this , he glanced at her , but only for a second . Then he quickly averted his gaze , as if not wanting to waste another second on her . 05.11 Chapter 1 Betrayal 警察 " Whatever you think . " Then he walked over to the stairs . He had always been like this when facing her . There was nothing she could do to win his favor . She stood up and said while watching his cold retreating figure , " It's your birthday , so I wanna give you a gift . " Not stopping or looking back at all , he said , " That won't be necessary . " Smiling slowly , she said calmly , " Wayne , let's get a divorce . " He had already set one foot on the staircase . At her words , he paused abruptly and then turned around , his deep gaze locking onto her . 0511 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!