RedNovelChapter 409: Ruby's laughter rang sharp and cold. "Alec bought this house." She jabbed a finger toward him. "I am his wife. His assets belong to me. So, are you leaving, or should I call the police now?" Mack leaned forward, his tone dripping with condescension. "Let's be clear, Ms. Tucker — anything bought with Barrett money is Barrett property." His smile was tight, devoid of warmth. "We're being civil by asking you to leave. You'd be smart to comply immediately." The unspoken truth hung heavy in the air: this apartment was their last refuge. But Lila had anticipated this moment years ago. Every document, every transaction had been meticulously arranged to withstand exactly this sort of entitled tantrum. She was not afraid of the Barrett family.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHer gaze shifted to Alec, the man who had once showered her with gifts, indulgences, and care. Alec had always been good to her and her son; that was why she had allowed him and his family in today.
But her hospitality had limits. She wouldn't let them push her around. "Alec," she said, her voice laced with deceptive sweetness as she turned to him, "this is my house, isn't it?" Alec's gaze softened, his voice almost tender. "Of course it is. I already told you I wouldn't take the house back, no matter what." Lila's smile blossomed. She was willing to let Alec stay. "You always know how to treatright, honey." Ruby recoiled, disgust curling her lips. "Have sdecency! How can you flirt with my husband right in front of me?" Her glare was sharp enough to melt steel as she turned to Alec. "You need to choose betweenand her now. I have been your wife for years and given you two children. You'd better be smart and make the right decision." In her mind, Mack and Isabella would stand by her. They would make money and support her financially in the future.
But Alec? He was just another middle-aged man. Lila was young and beautiful, only interested in Alec for his money. Now that he was broke, she wouldn't treat him well.
Discover the rest on glnov Lila would surely kick Alec out soon.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"She'll toss you aside like last season's fashion, Alec," Ruby warned, arms crossed.
Alec turned to Lila. "Going broke today doesn't mean staying down forever. Since I built the Barrett Group before, I can build another company again." His eyes bore into hers, unwavering. "Fifty isn't old. I have decades left to rebuild my career." Lila's smile remained sweet as she replied, "Of course you will, darling. I trust you." After a brief pause, she added, "But this arrangement? I can't accept it. I won't live under the sroof as your wife. Divorce would cut through all the complications, don't you think?"
Mack's temper flared like a match to dry kindling. "Stop dreaming!" His finger jabbed the air between them. "Whatever my dad gave you, you're handing back! Every last penny!"
"Enough!" Alec's roar cracked through the tension, silencing the room.h didn't give her any money in private. She's an accountant! The money I gave her was her salary!"
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