With Holmes Corp's explosive growth these past years , that portion had multiplied in value many times over . If she took it , she'd live comfortably for the rest of her life . Grayson leaned back , tension slipping from his chest . Ashley was crafty . Otherwise , she never would have tricked him into marrying her . She had even spun lies about getting into a top university . What trick couldn't she pull ? And the date - over a year ago . She'd been in prison less than a year when she sent this . She must have been furious that he hadn't pulled strings to get her out . This was nothing more than a stunt to get his attention . Grayson sneered , plucked the divorce papers from the pile , and tossed the rest back to Rose . Carrying the agreement into his study , he picked up a pen and signed his name without hesitation . He wanted to see - if she truly left with nothing , how long before she came crawling back in regret ? Yes , she needed a lesson . With Liam still in the hospital , if he didn't use extreme measures , how else could he force her home to have a second child ? If cutting off every escape was the only way to make her behave , Grayson didn't mind . With the Holmes family and the Shanks family joining forces , things moved quickly . Sam let out a sigh . " Take a look at this . " He turned his computer screen toward Ashley . On it was an email . Ashley glanced at it and gave a bitter laugh . " So this is the trick they want to use to force me to bow ? These are my family . Sorry you had to see such a joke . " " Both families issued a joint statement forbidding any company from hiring you ," Sam explained . " Right now , both of them are rising fast . On something this small , every company will give them face ." Ashley asked coldly , " They know I'm here with you . Didn't they try to sweeten you with benefits to shut me out ? " Sam pulled out his phone and showed her a private message from the Shanks family . " They were generous . Offered me their most profitable project . I was surprised they'd part with it . " Ashley immediately saw through it . " That's not generosity . That's bait . They give you a little taste , and once you bite , they'll claim you as their ally . After that , your resources will be theirs to share . " Sam nodded . " In theory , sharing resources with your family would make sense . But it depends on what you want . " 2/3 و 09:54 Wed , Sep 17 " There's a gala tonight , an industry summit . Since you plan on making a comeback , come with me . You'll hear things worth knowing . " She was about to refuse , but his last words made her pause . Send Gifts 10 09:54 Wed , Sep 17 Not a Wife , Not a Mom : She's an IT Boss Now ! Title: Cooking My Way Back to Love Author: CrushReel Genre: Modern, Revenge, Drama Status: ongoing In "Cooking My Way Back to Love" by CrushReel, Chef Leon Kennedy, once renowned as the "King of Cooking," spirals into despair following his wife's tragic demise in a car accident. Plunged into homelessness, he clings to his loyal dog as his sole anchor amidst loss and desolation. Amidst the ruins of his former life, Leon grapples with profound grief and seeks solace in the art of cooking—the very passion that once defined him. As he navigates the shadows of his past, themes of resilience, redemption, and the unyielding power of love intertwine in this modern tale of heartache and rebirth. Set against a backdrop of culinary mastery and emotional turmoil, "Cooking My Way Back to Love" delves into the depths of human emotion with raw authenticity. CrushReel skillfully crafts a narrative that captures the essence of loss and the arduous journey toward healing in a world marked by tragedy and shattered dreams. Experience the transformative journey of Chef Leon Kennedy as he rediscovers his purpose through the alchemy of flavors and emotions. Available to read online at CrushReel, this gripping drama promises a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring resilience of the human spirit.