I decided to have a talk with him . : 288 iVouchers Through the security guard , I arranged to meet him at the cafe downstairs from my studio . He arrived wearing clean but worn clothes , sitting across from me , fidgeting with his hands . " Benjamin , stop everything you're doing . " I got straight to the point . He looked at me , lips trembling slightly , but remained silent . " Your presence has already disrupted Jack's and my life . I don't want him remembering those painful memories . " " I ... " " We're over . " I cut him off . " You never signed the custody agreement , but there's nothing left between us . Exposing your mother was your choice - it has nothing to do with me . I won't thank you for it , and I certainly won't reconcile . " " I know . " He finally spoke , his voice low . " I never meant for you to understand . " " Then why do all this ? " " I can't help it . " He lifted his head , eyes bloodshot with long - suppressed pain . " Every time I close my eyes , I see you and Jack . " " On our wedding day , Jack asked if you'd abandoned them . He cried alone outside the research institute . " " Elizabeth , these scenes replay in my mind daily , torturing me . " I'm not doing this for you to notice . I'm doing it ... to survive . " 0.00 % 08:45 : Chapter 8 " I have to do something , or I'll lose my mind . " My heart clenched violently . " Your life is none of my concern . " I hardened my voice . " If this continues , I'll call the police . " With that , I stood and walked away without looking back . After that , he truly vanished . 288 iVouchers The traffic warden at the intersection was replaced . The studio's plants went untended . The hallway light stopped greeting my late returns . My life regained absolute quiet . Yet my heart felt hollow . A month later , an urgent call came : core data from my design project had been leaked . The client accused me of breach , demanded massive compensation , and threatened to ruin my reputation . This was the worst crisis since founding my studio - a near - fatal blow . Frantically searching for clues yielded nothing . Their lawyer's letter arrived swiftly . Just as despair set in , a breakthrough emerged . My lawyer revealed an anonymous programmer from their company provided crucial evidence proving the leak was an inside job to steal my designs . The crisis dissolved . I asked who it was . The lawyer said the source demanded absolute anonymity , leaving only : " She's suffered enough . " I stood frozen for a long time . Days later , an old research institute friend told me Benjamin had infiltrated their servers for that evidence . He'd been caught . Though he covered his tracks in time to avoid prosecution , their security guards broke his leg . 41.49 % 08:45 Chapter 8 288 Vouchers My friend sighed : " Elizabeth , he's now in a rental room in the Urban Slum , all alone . He can't even afford medical bills . For you , he truly doesn't even care about his life anymore . " I hung up , no longer able to hold back . Crouching on the floor , I burst into uncontrollable sobs . 90.20 % In the world of "Crimson Heiress" by CrushReel, business magnate Zelda falls victim to a treacherous plot orchestrated by her own brother and husband, unwittingly surrendering her empire to the cunning Yasmina. As Yasmina's sinister intentions unravel, Zelda meets a tragic fate. However, a twist of fate brings Zelda back to life, setting the stage for a riveting saga of betrayal, revenge, and redemption. Exploring themes of deceit, power struggles, and the complexities of relationships, "Crimson Heiress" delves into the intertwined lives of its characters against the backdrop of a captivating blend of CEO dynamics, time travel elements, and mysterious reincarnations. The narrative unfolds within the opulent setting of a grand mansion, where secrets are as abundant as the characters' ambitions. As Zelda navigates through her journey of transformation and retribution, readers are drawn into a web of drama that promises unexpected twists at every turn. What sets "Crimson Heiress" apart is its seamless fusion of suspenseful storytelling with elements of glow-up narratives and intricate character developments. With its gripping plotline and immersive exploration of vengeance and second chances, this ongoing tale captivates audiences seeking a compelling blend of mystery and drama. Discover the allure of "Crimson Heiress" for yourself; available to read online at CrushReel.