30.00 % Chapter 4 After they left , my phone rang . It was my aunt . The moment I heard her voice , tears welled up and streamed down my cheeks . Hearing me sobbing , she quickly asked what had happened . I told everything that had happened over the past two days . She sighed and asked gently , " Have you really made up your mind ? Do you want to come live with me ? " Years ago , my aunt had made a fortune overseas and had long been financially independent . When James and I were just starting our company , she had suggested I come work for her - but under one condition : any money she earned would belong solely to me , with no access for James . I knew James's pride would never allow it , so I had refused . Now , wanting to leave James , my only refuge was my aunt . Fortunately , she held no grudges and forgave the impulsive , love - blinded choices I had made in the past . Once we finalized the timing , a heavy weight lifted from my heart . I stood and looked at the house in front of me . We had bought it three years ago . Back then , to move in quickly , we balanced project work with the renovations , sleeping only four hours a night , just to create a home tailored to our style . This was the first house James and I had ever owned together . Even when he later suggested switching to a riverside villa , I had refused . And now , I had to say goodbye to the place that held all our memories . The next day , I contacted a lawyer and had a divorce agreement drafted . That evening , James was already home . He shot me an impatient look . " Today was Susan's first day , and she landed a major deal . As for you ruining her welcome party , she doesn't care at all . But shouldn't you go and apologize ? " Chapter 4 40.00 % " Apologize ? What do you want me to do ? " I asked . James's expression grew stern . " Go to Susan . Apologize to her . Admit that what you did that day was wrong . " I stayed silent for a few seconds , gripping my bag tightly . The divorce agreement rested quietly inside . " Fine , I'll go now , " I said . James's face registered disbelief . He hadn't expected me to agree so easily . I turned to leave , but he grabbed my arm, his voice trembling slightly . " You're really going to apologize to Susan ? " I gave him a faintly amused look . Wasn't he the one insisting I apologize ? " Yes . Didn't you say it yourself ? Susan's talented and brings value to the company . As one of its founders , I should be gracious . " . James released my wrist . " Good . While you're at it , bring her a late - night snack . She doesn't eat spicy food or green onions , loves cilantro - don't get it wrong . " Even though my heart felt numb , hearing him remember Susan's preferences so clearly hit me like a punch in the chest . " Got it , " I said . I turned and left . Soon , I arrived at Susan's apartment . The moment she saw me , she sneered . She opened her mouth to mock me , but I cut straight to the point , " I know you haven't given up on James . I'm here to give you this opportunity . " Her expression shifted . A few minutes later , I left her apartment . I had signed the divorce agreement ; James's signature would be taken care of . That night , I didn't return home . I booked the next available flight to my aunt's country . While I was checking in , Susan had already finalized everything . James trusted her completely . Without even glancing up , he had signed the divorce agreement . Once I confirmed he had signed , I breathed a sigh of relief . Chapter 4 40.00 % Before boarding , I sent James a message : [ Since you've already signed the divorce agreement , I will have my lawyer handle the rest of the proceedings . ] The moment the message went through , James called . " What are you talking about ? What divorce agreement ? When did I sign- " He stopped mid - sentence , flipping through his folder . Seeing his signature on the divorce agreement , his body stiffened , and he nearly lost his balance . " Hailey , I will not agree to this divorce . " He grabbed the phone , shouting at me in panic . I let out a soft laugh . " You've already signed the agreement . The rest , I'll have my lawyer handle . " Chapter 4 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!