Chapter 4 After Nathan left , I dragged myself out of bed around noon . I'd already missed breakfast , and I couldn't miss lunch too . ] ] I don't have many passions in life , but good food is definitely one of them . [ ] The Pierce family employed two master chefs who excelled at everything from main courses to desserts . ] I gripped the banister and slowly made my way downstairs , inching toward the dining table and sitting down . [ ] Julie glanced at me . " Don't take advantage of your youth by overdoing it . Show some restraint . " [ ] I angrily bit into a chicken leg . " It's not my fault ! It's Nathan - I couldn't fight him off . " ] " He forced you ? That scumbag ! We're getting divorced right now ! " ]] Julie jumped up and called her friend , demanding the divorce papers be delivered today . [ ] I stuffed my face with the gourmet feast , feeling a twinge of regret . ]] These delicious meals were numbered now . [ ] Julie and I were terrible cooks . As she put it , a dog fumbling around in the kitchen for half an hour would produce better food than either of us . ] ] Shortly after our meal , Julie's friend rushed over with two sets of divorce papers . " Are you sure about this ? " she asked . ] ] " Yes , don't waste time . Cheating trash can go to whoever wants them . " Julie grabbed her papers and unhesitatingly signed her name at the bottom . ] ] Following her example , I signed mine too . ]] " Sis , we need to leave quickly . I'm scared Nathan might come back , " I urged . [ ] " Alright , grab the luggage and let's go . " Julie was always decisive , heading upstairs . [ ] " Please reconsider , ladies ! How will I explain this to Mr. Pierce ? " The butler paced anxiously . [ ] ite'd panicked when he saw us signing divorce papers and immediately tried contacting Dominic , but couldn't reach him at this crucial moment . ] As for Nathan , the butler knew he was useless in a crisis and didn't even bother.j Which is why when Nathan returned home to find everyone gone , he absolutely lost it . [ ] Later , Julie took me to the luxury apartments we'd purchased - one elevator serving just two units , making us neighbors . Though " neighbors " was a stretch since we never closed our doors . We could hear each other's movements and easily chat or visit anytime . [ ] Over these two years . Julie hadn't been idle . Using Dominic's name and connections , she'd expanded our private fashion business , poached several famous designers , and moved into the high - end market . [ ] for the past year , the company had been stable and highly profitable , with Julie splitting the earnings equally with me [ ] Julie knew I didn't really enjoy design work so last year she opened a restaurant for me , just a ten - minute walk from our apartment building [ ] 1 load to adnou julle had thoroughly prepared for our independence . [ ] The always said men weir unreliable and that it was better to depend on yourself . ] ] As for me , this little muras of a persun , i just needed to follow her lead . She thought ad everything , and I could safely shelter under her wings ! ) Title: After Divorce, My Ex-Wife Became a Billionaire In "After Divorce, My Ex-Wife Became a Billionaire" by CrushReel, the story revolves around Claire, who conceals her immense wealth to marry Milo for love. Set in Los Angeles, Claire navigates the challenges of keeping her true identity hidden while leveraging her riches in secret. As the drama unfolds, themes of betrayal, ambition, and revenge intertwine with the complexities of their relationship. Claire's dual identity as a billionaire and Milo's wife adds a layer of intrigue to this modern tale of love and deception. The storyline delves into the dynamics of power and control within their contract marriage, highlighting the tension between hidden truths and public personas. With a backdrop of office politics and personal vendettas, the narrative explores the consequences of choices made in pursuit of wealth and status. What sets "After Divorce, My Ex-Wife Became a Billionaire" apart is its exploration of the repercussions of concealing one's true self in the pursuit of love and success. The interplay between Claire's billionaire status and her intimate relationships creates a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged throughout. Discover the captivating twists and turns of this gripping story available to read at CrushReel.