Brandon was trapped in a dream . In that dream , there was no phone call . No paralyzed mother . No divorce papers . And no Vanessa . In the dream , he and Evelyn still lived in their sunlit apartment , just the two of them . He saw himself coming home from work . Evelyn was curled up on the balcony , sketching out a new design . When she looked up and saw him , she smiled . " You're home early . " He walked over and wrapped his arms around her from behind , resting his chin on the top of her head . " I missed you . " She chuckled , gently nudging him away . " Yeah , yeah . Go wash up , dinner's ready . " On the dining table were all his favorites - barbecue ribs done just the way he liked . Her cooking was still exactly the same . " Your mom called today , " Evelyn said as she ladled soup into his bowl . " She wants us over for dinner this weekend . " Brandon nodded . " Alright . I'll go with you . " Everything in the dream was warm , vivid , perfect . Beep ... beep ... beep ... The relentless beeping of the monitor dragged him - cruelly - back to reality . Brandon opened his eyes . The sterile glare of the hospital ceiling made him wince . Pain shot through every inch of his body . The ache reminded him - this was the real world . And in this world , there was no cozy apartment . No dinner table . No Evelyn curled up in the sun , waiting for him . He blinked quickly , forcing the tears back . The door creaked open . Evelyn walked in . Brandon jerked upright , a spark of life lighting up his eyes . " Evelyn ! You're here ! Does this mean ... you've forgiven me ? " She set down a bag of fruit on the nightstand , her face calm and composed . " No. " Chapter 24 92.31 % " King or Clown . Move aside ! I'll show you my crown ! The smile froze on his face . " I'm grateful you saved me , " she said evenly . " So I'll stay until you're discharged . I'll help where I can . " Brandon stared at her , desperately searching for a flicker of warmth , some hint of the woman who used to love him - but her gaze was distant . Detached . That light he once basked in was gone . " ... You don't have to , " he said after a pause , his smile bitter . " I owe you that much . " She said nothing . Instead , she poured him a glass of water and held it out . He didn't take it . Instead , his voice dropped to a whisper . " If I hadn't lied to get your signature on those divorce papers ... if things had gone differently ... " " There is no if , " Evelyn cut in , her tone like ice . " The moment you said the word ' regret ' - while lying next to Vanessa on your wedding night - you severed every last thread between us . " Brandon's breath caught in his throat . It felt like something inside him had shattered , irreparably . "Get some rest , " she said as she turned to leave . " Since you don't need me here , then let's not see each other again . " The door clicked shut behind her . Brandon broke . He tore the pillow from beneath him and hurled it at the wall . Then he yanked the IV from his arm , blood instantly welling up . But he didn't flinch . He couldn't feel anything anymore . " AHHHH- ! " His scream ripped through the sterile quiet of the room - raw , guttural , endless . He hated himself - his cowardice , his pride , his pathetic lies . But most of all , he hated knowing he had driven away the one woman he ever truly loved . And now it was too late . God , how he wished it was all just a nightmare - that he'd wake up to find her still lying beside him , her hair a mess on the pillow , her breathing soft and even . Chapter 24 92.31 % " King or Clown Move aside ! I'll show you my crown ! But no . That warm embrace was gone . Just like the dream - it had never been real . C Title: Secrets Unveiled: A Billionaire's Glow-Up Journey from Housewife to CEO Embark on a riveting tale where a woman conceals her billionaire status to play the role of a devoted housewife, quietly supporting her husband for six years. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when his ambiguous relationship with another woman pushes her to make a life-altering decision. Delve into the themes of empowerment, modern relationships, and the pursuit of self-discovery as our protagonist navigates the complexities of love, betrayal, and revenge. Witness her transformation from a subdued wife to a fierce CEO on a mission to reclaim her independence and rewrite her own destiny. This captivating blend of drama, inspiration, and empowerment sets this novel apart, offering readers a unique perspective on resilience and reinvention. Discover the gripping narrative that promises a journey of growth and empowerment. Available to read online at CrushReel for those seeking a story that transcends boundaries and captivates the soul.