Chapter 2 Who was the woman he'd marned two years ago ? And what really happened in that car accident ... 7 % It was almost noon when Winona arrived at the office . " Good morning . Ms. Thome 1 The staff in the executive suite greeted her as she walked past Winona nodded silently in return . Her desk was already covered with stacks of paperwork . She reviewed each file carefully , selected a few , and took them to Tyson for his signature . He sat behind his desk - handsome , composed , exuding a natural authority that made him seem imposing even when seated . But as soon as she entered , his demeanor softened || He signed the documents she delivered , then looked up at her , concern etched on his face . " You don't look well . " Tm just tired . Nothing serious . This project has been a lot of work for you lately ." Tyson reached out and gently pinched her cheek , then , as if performing a magic trick , produced a long velvet box . " A surprise . " Winona accepted the box in silence and opened ill Inside lay a stunning diamond necklace - she recognized it immediately as the latest limited edition from Solara.S Tyson stood and wrapped his arms around her bending to kiss her forehead . But Winona tumed her head away , dodging his lips . She found him repulsive . " Nona ? " Tyson's gaze darkened . Over the years , he'd given her countless gifts , and shed always responded with delight . But this time ... " Thank you . I really like it ." Winona lowered her eyes , closed the box , and added in a quiet voice , " But this is the office . We should keep things professional Tyson chuckled , ruffling her hair . " Nona , you're always so sensible . Back at her own desk , Winona set the necklace box aside without a second glance . " She had to admit - Tyson always knew exactly what she liked . If she hadn't discovered his betrayal , receiving this necklace would have made her as happy as ever . During her lunch break , Winona scrolled through all of Tyson's social media accounts , searching for any clue , any slip.8 But everything he posted was either work - related or about her . He was forever posting about their relationship , showing off in ways that drove his friends crazy with envy . Now , as she looked back through all those sweet snapshots , she felt nothing but numbness . But then , something caught her eye - a profile photo among the likes on one of his old posts . it was a pale , slender hand , and around the wrist was a delicate bracelet , almost identical to one Tyson had once given her ! Her instincts kicked in . She tapped into this person's profile The latest post , dated just a day ago , read : " Someone sent me this necklace all the way from overseas . Absolutely loving it - 2 There was a picture attached - the necklace in the photo was identical to the one Tyson had just given her . Solara's latest limited edition - only two in existence . Winona let out a short , bitter laugh One for her , one for another woman . Tyson really knew how to spread the love , " didn't he ?! She closed the app and booked a flight for a month from now There was still a project she was leading - it would take another month to finish , and her whole team had poured their hearts into it . She couldn't just walk away . But once the project wrapped , she would leave this place - and Tyson - for good . After booking her ticket , she opened another chat window.X Dad , I've made up my mind . I'm ready to come home and help with the family business . And about that engagement . I'll do it .
