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2,606,196	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606195}'	Yes	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Mysterious Husband Is a Billionaire	I was getting married today! However, my newly wedded husband was dead. Yep, you didn't hear me wrong. I would become a widow right after the wedding. I knew, this sounded incredible. But, it was true. My biological father asked me to marry a dead man to protect his other daughter. To understand how I got here, we need to go back a few years... I had no parents, and was raised by my uncle since I could remember things. A few months ago, the Smith family, wealthy in the city, suddenly found me. They said that I was a Smith by blood. They also said that I had fallen into the wrong hand because of the fire in the hospital where I was born. Like Cinderella, I became Miss Kelly Smith overnight. However, this fact didn't change my life. They told me my mother had died in that fire in the hospital. My father soon got married with his current wife. The girl, who had taken my place for years, was their beloved daughter. I was a tool for the Smith family to play up to the Brown family. So even on the day of the wedding, they didn't show up. They sent a housekeeper over. The housekeeper gave me a golden velvet jewelry box and said, "Miss Kelly, this is a wedding gift from Mrs. Smith. Please take it!" A necklace, which seemed to be of great value, was in the jewelry box. The pendant was an orchid gem with countless small diamonds around it. I didn't know much about jewelry, but this necklace looked expensive. "Thank you." I took the necklace and put it on my neck. Perhaps, my father and stepmother loved me. They just didn't know how to get along with me. I was still in a daze when the car stopped at the gate of the Brown family. The magnificent building was like a castle described in books. The driver led me into the house. I saw a large coffin in the living room. The coffin, made of obsidian, looked horrible against the light. A white-haired old man greeted me. He wore a black suit with a white flower pinned on his left lapel. I couldn't tell whether the expression on his face was happy or sad. "Nice to meet you," I said hesitantly. "Madam, you may call me Joey, the butler here. Please keep Master company tonight. Let him feel the joy of wedding." After that, Joey raised his wrinkled hand and pressed hard on the corners of his eyes to wipe those, invisible tears. I stood by the coffin and felt the situation ironic. The butler couldn't shed a drop of tear for Carroll Brown. However, he asked me, who had never met Carroll before today, to company him. Did the Brown family really think that an outsider like me cared about Carroll more than them? Many people looked at me when I walked into the house. They heard Joey and then began a heated discussion. "Is she the wife of the dead Mr. Carroll?" "Watch your mouth. This is a posthumous marriage, but it doesn't mean she has to die with Mr. Carroll. She'll be Mrs. Brown anyway." "The Brown family is so ridiculous. Mr. Carroll is dead, so what's the point of his getting married? I feel sorry for this girl!" The discussion gradually turned in another direction, and the crowd began to speak evil of Carroll and felt sorry for me. It seemed that Mr. Carroll was not popular. None of these mourners were sad for his death. Therefore, I thought that Mr. Carroll and I were of the same kind. I couldn't help but look up at the portrait above the coffin, and my heart skipped a beat for this glance. The man in the portrait was the most handsome one I had ever seen. He was more gorgeous than the superstars in Hollywood. He had beautiful eyebrows, bright eyes, fair skin, and a deeply lined face. However, his expression was a bit cold. Nobody dared to get close to him for his intimidating aura. "Ahem." Joey coughed softly. Only then did the crowd shut up. They said the usual pleasantries and then left with some excuses. Joey said to me with fake grief on his face, "Madam, I'll have to leave you now." I looked at Joey in shock. "Will I be alone here?" "Yes, you will have to stay alone here. Mr. Carroll owns this house, so the others can't come here at will. You will have to pray for Mr. Carroll here tonight." Before I retorted, Joey had left. I could change nothing. Therefore, I sat near the coffin. I didn't know how long had passed when my stomach began to rebel. After one glance at the pitch-black coffin, I swallowed my saliva and then begged with my fingers crossed. "Mr. Carroll, I'm starving! May I eat your pastries? You don't mind, do you?" "I do." A low male voice suddenly came from behind, so I quickly turned my head. I saw a tall man in white shirt leaning against the door. The man was undeniably handsome, with a roguish charm that seemed effortless. He had casually tucked the hem of his shirt into his pants, leaving three buttons undone, a style that added to his allure. Then... His face! I looked at the man and then at the portrait. The two faces were exactly the same! "Ah!" Scared, I broke out in a cold sweat. My legs went limp, and I fell to the ground. I shouted, "Ghost!" Ugh. My mouth was fully stuffed by the pastry in the male hand, and then I was picked up like a chick. "If you alert the bodyguards, I'll kill you." The man gripped my neck and didn't let go of it until I nodded. "You're warm." I murmured because of the lingering warmth on my neck left by the man, "You... Are you a human?" "Nonsense." Carroll shot a contemptuous glance at me and then crooked his finger at the man behind me. " Jason, open the coffin." Jason came over and quickly pried open the coffin. There was nothing inside the coffin. I became slack jawed. Why was the coffin empty? "How impatient they are!" Carroll curled his lips, leaned over, and touched the black coffin. "Mr. Carroll has risen from the dead. What do you think of this headline tomorrow?" He fixed his eyes on the coffin. His big hand returned to my neck since there was no response from me. "Do you like to join my show?" I felt oppression and couldn't think at all.	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2,606,178	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2605749}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Transform Your Wellness with Our 14 Days for $14 Special!	🛑 FRANKLIN WOMEN 🛑 Are you ready to rejuvenate your mind and body? For just $14, enjoy 14 days of access to our transformative Infrared Sauna workouts. What You’ll Experience: ✅Infrared Sauna Workouts ✅Restorative Stretch Sessions ✅Holistic Wellness ✅Supportive Community This is the perfect opportunity to prioritize self-care and explore the incredible benefits of infrared sauna workouts. Sign up today and transform your wellness routine!	APPLY_NOW	http://fb.me/	The Infrared Room	https://www.facebook.com/theinfraredroom/	122	1969-12-31 18:00	Apply Now	fb.me	DCO		http://fb.me/	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/460777679_1906896933123380_2837588589884427889_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XMeHFX8_QiIQ7kNvgEM7ZtP&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AHVy7PNzL7QDNa0LfjY4NrH&oh=00_AYAd3WA3e4J7GYv3RBaIqsVmbZlMgs_LAzWC5Cfl2-0xIw&oe=675ACB6A	PERSON_PROFILE	The Infrared Room	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,247	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606252}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971			CONTACT_US	http://kaylatiffany.com/	Kayla Tiffany Photography	https://www.facebook.com/kaylatiffanyphotos/	553	1969-12-31 18:00	Contact Us	kaylatiffany.com	CAROUSEL		http://kaylatiffany.com/	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469552317_2598956897161642_5377791347667803656_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=57muaaugMZMQ7kNvgHKIZvk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AC5ZtAqeewL9bd_KqOXrbku&oh=00_AYBzkV0MSKFOAbbSkwY57Muvaeh-h5L360RYxbD_uelhlw&oe=675AB278	PERSON_PROFILE	Kayla Tiffany Photography	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,216	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2605801}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971		Price Improvement! $176,900. Ready to move in, 3 bed/2 bath home with 2 car detached garage! NEWLY remodeled with all new kitchen cabinetry with slow close doors/drawers, a stainless-steel appliance package, and granite countertops! New carpeting upstairs, & custom tile shower. Should qualify for USDA/VA financing. Such a great house to call your own! Call your agent today! https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/510-W-Clinton-Ave-Effingham-IL-62401/105597884_zpid/ Kelly Butts -Designated Managing Broker KB Appraisals & Realty Call/Text 217-343-8468			KB Appraisals & Realty	https://www.facebook.com/KBAppraisalsRealty/	264	1969-12-31 18:00			IMAGE			1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469530166_965754052067126_7551815885143183665_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=L-ythx3dzDEQ7kNvgG_PJ7B&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A5gmCRRjrSNJjoBnGgCLF35&oh=00_AYBOzmmi1WnfVRPyu7qJ3vsstp9b7trAWO5ZWlA7487k5A&oe=675AB755	PERSON_PROFILE	KB Appraisals & Realty	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,218	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2605801}'	Yes	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971		Winter break is a perfect time to boost your ACT scores! With Coach Kelly LIVE, get personalized, one-on-one tutoring tailored to your student’s needs. Enroll now to take advantage of our special offer: 10 sessions for $250, plus a bonus 2-hour ACT refresher group session! Text Haleigh at 407-205-7399 to reserve your spot!			Coach Kelly LIVE	https://www.facebook.com/coachkellylive/	1,633	1969-12-31 18:00			IMAGE			1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469354198_956006636455736_5232287408602364118_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PqI2cb0QO2YQ7kNvgHGS6k2&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=A5gmCRRjrSNJjoBnGgCLF35&oh=00_AYAQs2ThJ5ibDrznpO5uirzn2IzaGHYjSdBl5tU5b9WJSA&oe=675AD185	PERSON_PROFILE	Coach Kelly LIVE	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,223	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606226}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	💖😍one click to continue FREE reading👉	"Congratulations, you're pregnant!" the doctor announced with a smile, handing Merissa Narth the pregnancy test results. What? Pregnant?! The shock on Merissa's face was quickly overtaken by joy. "Really?!" She had only slept with Richard Adler once, and now... But then, anxiety followed swiftly. Would Richard even want the baby? After all, throughout the three years of their marriage, he had eyes only for Maddie Ford. No matter how hard Merissa tried to emulate her, Richard showed no interest. In their relationship, Merissa was the one who carried the torch. But now, Merissa felt drained. The unrequited love for a man was exhausting. "Miss? Miss?" The doctor's voice pulled her from her thoughts. "Where's your husband? Did you come alone?" "He's... he's quite busy..." Thinking of Richard standing her up that morning left a sour taste in her mouth, but she swallowed it down. In this marriage, all she ever wanted was for him to stay by her side. And now, she wasn't alone anymore; her little one was on the way. Thinking of this, Merissa smiled as she gently placed her hand on her abdomen. *** Leaving the hospital, Merissa was eager to share the news with Richard. Perhaps this new life would bring them closer. She also needed to tell him the truth, that the little girl with whom he was kidnapped back then was her, not Maddie. Merissa still remembered how they had huddled together in that basement, feeling horrified but supporting each other. They had exchanged keepsakes and promised to find each other again someday. Because of this promise, Merissa has always regarded marrying Richard as her wish. Later, Merissa's family sent her abroad. By the time she had reconnected with Richard, he was already with Maddie. Seeing Richard so happy and having accidentally lost the keepsake, Merissa kept this secret to herself. * Soon, Merissa arrived at Richard's office. "Wait! Mrs. Adler, you can't go in there!" An assistant, seeing the cheerful Merissa about to push open the door, instantly turned pale and rushed to block her in front of the glass wall. Observing the panic in the assistant's eyes, Merissa’s heart sank. Could there be something in the room she wasn't supposed to see? "Step aside!" Her expression grew cold, which was rare for her. Now, she only wanted to know what the heck was going on inside. "Mrs. Adler, could you please wait just a moment? Or MaybeI’ll now go in there to notify Mr. Adler?" "Get out of the way!" Her voice became icy as she cut off the assistant. Seeing his awkward smile that’s even worse than crying, Merissa knew something was amiss. She immediately pushed the door open herself. And then, Merissa stopped dead in her tracks. She rooted to the spot, unable to move. A man and a woman is having fun in front of she. Eyes wide open, she saw perfectly well that her husband in his large chair, was amorously embracing another woman. "Ah... Merissa..." Merissa's heart almost failed in shock. It was Maddie, Richard's first love, the one he always pined for. And now, she had returned! Having acknowledged Merissa's presence, Maddie had no intention to get up. Instead, she stayed slumped over Richard, who held her with an affectionate gaze. Looking at Maddie's curly brown hair, her demure outfit, and her gentle demeanor...almost the same as her disguise Merissa felt a surge of anger mixed with heartbreak. But she knew better. This woman wasn't as innocent as she appeared. If she were, she wouldn't have been able to deceive Richard and claim Merissa's credit for so many years. Merissa stared at the indifferent pair, her gaze sharpening on Richard. "So, you had to cancel your plan to accompany me to the hospital because you needed to cozy up here with her?" Richard's face darkened with irritation as he responded sharply, "Merissa, stop making such a scene! Maddie just got back. We're just catching up." "Catching up? Is that what you call this intimate little setup here? And on our anniversary, no less!" Merissa laughed in irritation. "Merissa!" Richard snapped, cutting her off. Seeing Richard's reaction, Maddie's face briefly twisted into a spiteful smile, which then quickly switched to a more pitiful look. She gently disentangled herself from Richard, standing with her hands clasped in front of her, looking every bit the victim. "Merissa, don't get the wrong idea. I asked Richard to accompany me today. It's not his fault." Richard, annoyed, yanked at his tie, said impatiently, "You don't need to explain anything to her." Maddie kept gazing down, feigning innocence. "But Merissa's got it all wrong about us. I don't want to cause any rift between you two." Merissa scoffed. "Then you shouldn't cross paths with this married man at all!" Maddie wanted to retort but faltered. But soon, she adjusted her hair and said, "I was just helping Mr. Adler with his tie. In fact, I know it's not really my place to do so... We're not what we used to be... If only I hadn't gone abroad back then..." Maddie chose her words artfully to make it seem that Merissa were the other woman in this relationship. "Maddie, if I recall correctly, you left Richard for money back then!" Merissa countered. "If anything, you’re the one to blame!" Maddie's eyes welled with tears. "Merissa, that's not what I meant... I just got carried away thinking about the past. You don't have to be so aggressive; it will only embarrass Richard further. Besides, Richard has been supporting you financially all these years. How can you blame him..." Before Maddie could finish, Merissa couldn't contain her inner beast any longer. She suddenly stepped forward and slapped Maddie across the face. "Ouch!" "Maddie!" Maddie's cry of a physical ache and Richard's cry of a heartache filled the air at the same time. Disillusioned with this brutally unfeeling man in front of her, Merissa finally realized how foolish she had been. She had forsaken her family, lost herself, and even given up her most cherished career for him. However, it was all for nothing. Merissa's love for Richard should never justify his humiliation of her. She had enough! "Let's get a divorce. Remember this: from now on, I’m the one who have dumped you, Richard Adler!" Merissa lifted her head, holding back the tears that threatened to fall, determined to reclaim her life starting now. As Merissa walked away, Maddie said, "I'm sorry, Richard, I didn't mean to cause any misunderstanding. I just felt you were being treated unfairly." Richard wasn't particularly concerned about Merissa leaving; after all, what did she have without him? He turned to Maddie with a tender look. "It's okay. Don't worry about her." Outside the office, Merissa looked at the pregnancy test in her hand. What a jerk! He would never find out this child was his! She then dialed her former assistant, Kurt Borris. "I'll be officially back to work next Monday. Have all the executives ready with their reports; I need to catch up on everything that's happened during my absence over the past three years." Kurt, initially surprised for a second, turned extremely excited. "Boss, that's great! You're finally back!" "Yeah," Merissa replied succinctly. "Should I tell your parents you're coming back?" Kurt asked. Back then, Merissa had an almost destructive falling out with her family when she tried to marry Richard, and though her parents had eventually came around, she hadn't been home in three years. With a nervous twitch in her mouth, she sighed, "No, I'll tell them myself." Kurt couldn’t help but offer a plaint, "I wonder how Mr. Adler will think when he learns that you're the prized jewel of the Narth family and the CEO of the leading film company, Kangster Films." Whatever he would think about it was not her concern. Since he had some unresolved issues with his old flame, Merrisa was better off without him. Despite her deep love for Richard, one painful lesson was enough. She vowed never to debase herself again. If they meet again next time, she, Merissa, will definitely not tolerate them again! Merissa didn't hesitate for another second. The first thing she did upon returning home was dye her hair back to its natural dark color and change back to her own style. Then, she packed all her belongings. Merissa didn’t take anything that Richard had bought for her or belonged to the Adlers, nor did she deign to take them. Soon, Merissa returned to the bright and airy apartment that her parents had bought her in the city center. It was still kept clean despite her long absence. After she entered, her phone rang. It was her older brother, Cartland Narth. "Look who's decided to come home," Cartland teased. Breaking away from that relationship, Merissa felt like a big burden had been lifted. She returned to being the sunshine girl she used to be. With a playful whine, she responded, "Cartland! Are you spying on me or something?" "Yep, I've installed a camera at your place," Cartland’s tone was joking, then became serious. He couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong? Had a row with Richard? Did he treat you bad?" Finally, the big brother’s concern broke Merissa, her eyes red and her nose filled with a surge of bitterness. Her prolonged silent worried Cartland, but his tone remained gentle. "No way... Did he really treat you bad?" Merissa's replied in a sobbing tone, "Cartland... Richard and I are getting a divorce." "That's great! Good for you! You should have left that jerk long ago! He has no idea how to treasure a nice girl like you. Don't worry, now that you're home, whatever you need, I'm here for you." While speaking out what he really thought, he knew Merissa was suffering. Merrisa left Richard despite how much she loved him, which only showed how many times he had wronged her. Cartland was determined to teach Richard a lesson. "Why don't you join me tonight? I'm having dinner with the director of the series I'm filming. Since you're back to the company, you'll be working with him later for sure." Cartland knew Merissa was heartbroken, but life went on, and the best way to heal was to keep her busy. "Okay, thanks, Cartland," Merissa agreed, appreciating his efforts. Cartland felt a bit relieved and advised, "Also, come home when you get a chance. Divorced or not, you're still part of the family. I support whatever decisions you make." Merissa agreed, feeling a comforting warmth. Now, it was time to get down to business. Merissa had a lawyer draw up a divorce agreement. The document was straightforward except for two issues: the division of assets and the reason for the divorce. "What about the marital assets? How would you like to handle that?" her lawyer asked. Recalling Maddie's words, Merissa scoffed, "I don't want a single stinky penny of from the Adler family. I'll walk away empty-handed. As for the cause of divorce, please do write down 'the inability of the male party'." Since Richard dared to flirt with other women in front of her, why she needed to care about his feeling? The lawyer was flabbergasted by this statement, a divorce reason he had never heard before . He noted down her requirements, apprehensive that Mr. Adler would strangle him down the moment he saw this divorce petition. * Meanwhile, Richard was in his office. "Sir, you have new mail," the secretary said as she placed the freshly delivered express mail on Richard's desk. Opening the envelope, Richard saw the big title: Divorce Agreement. Although he had considered divorce following Maddie's return, it was never supposed to be initiated by Merissa. If anyone was going to dump the other, it would be him, not her. Before he opened the document, Richard had assumed with a smirk that Merissa must be making an effort to save him, based on his idea that she could never live without him. But then, Richard's smirk faded when he saw the title. And then it became a shock the moment he read the content. Distribution of marital properties: The female party waivers rights to all marital properties Cause of divorce: Malfunction of the male party What? She would actually want no money while claiming he was incompetent? She knew too well if he was potent or not. Richard felt he had underestimated Merissa; she truly had guts! The secretary carefully observed Richard, whose face was stormy as a thundercloud, wishing she could disappear into the thin air. "Did Merissa send this?!" Richard bellowed like an enraged lion, ready to lash out at anyone close by. "Well, yes and no..." the secretary faltered, timidly handing over a business card. "It was actually delivered by a lawyer who claimed he's fully representing Merissa... for any discussions about the divorce." The secretary finished her sentence, trembling in fear, fully aware of how furious her boss looked. Richard tried to pull out his phone but was so enraged that he fumbled and dropped it to the floor. The secretary desperately wanted to laugh at all this, but she managed to suppress her giggles, reminded of Richard's scowling face. With a furious swipe, Richard threw the divorce papers on his desk and dialed Merissa's number, only to find it unanswered. Normally, Merissa would pick up his calls immediately and respond to his messages right away. Now she had got some nerve! She actually had the guts to ignore his calls! "Get the car ready!" Richard commanded. * Back at the Adler Mansion, Richard stormed in, his face a mask of fury. "Where's Merissa?!" "S-she’s left with her luggage," the butler stammered, taking his coat tremblingly. "She said you and her are divorced now." "Gone?" Richard muttered in disbelief. Did she really leave just because he hadn't accompanied her to the hospital today? That didn't make sense, cause Merissa wasn't one to storm off over such things. What was going on with her? Richard tried constantly to dial Merissa's number, and finally, on the twentieth attempt, she answered. Unable to contain his anger, he exploded, "Divorce? Turning down money and insinuating I'm not capable in bed? What on earth do you mean?!" Sensing Richard's agitation, Merissa only felt satisfied and responded casually, "Exactly what the paper says." "Merissa, even nonsense has a limit," Richard began his self-important lecture, once again. "Do you really think I care about your money?" Merissa shot back. Richard was momentarily speechless. Wasn't it all about the money? Didn't she marry him because of it? Oh, and her worthless love. Recalling how Merissa had always adored him, Richard took several deep breaths, his tone cold and harsh. "Change the cause of divorce, and then I'll decide whether to sign it or not." Listening to his patronizing tone, Merissa mocked, "What? Are you in love with me? Is that why you're reluctant to sign?" Richard instinctively responded, "How could that possibly be!" "Then why won't you agree to the divorce?" Stumped by the rebuttals of Merissa who had suddenly become so eloquent, Richard clenched his teeth and finally hissed, "Fine! Merissa, the divorce is on. I'll draft a new agreement for you, but you better not regret it later!" Before Merissa could reply, Richard had already hung up. Merissa made a face at her phone, knowing well that Richard couldn't resist a challenge. She then snapped some photos of the divorce agreement, with one of them highlighting the cause of divorce, and shared it in a group chat that contained their mutual friends. She also posted on social media: Guys! I'm single now! Within half an hour, social media went into a frenzy. His friend, Harold Pearson, called him in surprise. "You and Merissa are getting a divorce?!" "What?" Richard was baffled. "Check the group chat!" Harold urged. Checking his social media messages, Richard saw that Merissa had posted the divorce agreement and specifically highlighted the cause of divorce in their group chat. The group was buzzing with jokes about him, while Merissa, the person behind this, had quit the group after her post. Still reeling, Richard choked on his coffee when he read the messages, spitting it out in a coughing fit. That bad woman! He had just asked her to change the divorce reason, but then she posted it verbatim in their friends' group chat! Now everyone was aware of his supposed inadequacies! Oh no, that wasn't right; he was perfectly capable! Fine, if Merissa was so eager for a divorce, he'd give it to her! Richard was curious to see how Merissa'd manage without him! As a result, Merissa's antics turned Richard into a joke when he arrived at the restaurant. Harold chuckled, "I had no idea you had issues in bed." Harold and Richard, whose families had been friends for generations, had always ribbed each other. "Stop! That is enough, I don’t wanna hear it again" Richard retorted, frowning. "Seriously, are you and Merissa actually splitting?" Harold asked. "It's probably another one of her games," Richard responded, clearly impatient. He didn't have much patience for Merissa. Harold went on, "Indeed, Merissa doesn’t quite stand out. She’s as plain as water; not well-dressed and a bit provincial. Plus, she came from a bankrupt family, so her mediocre social standing can hardly be a match for Maddie, who at least has a certain celebrity appeal." Richard scowled but said nothing in defense. To him, Merissa was indeed that kind of woman. Another friend piped up, "Yet no matter how plain she seems, she has kicked up quite a storm. She's not as docile as she appears, more like a ticking time bomb." "That's pretty intriguing. Fiery looks and a fiery personality, I kind of like that." Harold shrugged. "What's everyone talking about?" A sweet girly voice interrupted. With her wavy brown hair, Maddie seemed charming and sweet. "We were just discussing Merissa, but let's change the subject now that you're here." Harold replied. A fleeting look of malice crossed Maddie's face at the mention of Merissa. She was envious of Merissa's natural beauty and her long-standing connection with Richard. Whenever she was around, Maddie always felt outshined by her. However, Maddie kept her composure in front of everyone else, confident because of her background. "Indeed... I think Merissa’s out of his league. Her family background is poor, so she had no other resources but Richard to rely on. Plus she isn’t too keen on dressing up, so it’s impossible to take her to any formal events or parties." "Moreover..." Maddie paused, smiling charmingly while taking Richard's hand. "I've already returned. Richard, you must be thrilled." Richard took a sip of his tequila and replied softly, "Yeah." Even now, Richard was certain Merissa wouldn't really go through with the divorce. He believed he should have the final say in their marriage! * Just then, their conversation was interrupted by a stir around the restaurant entrance. "Oh! That's Cartland! He's the new shining star! I'm co-starring with him in my next movie!" Maddie exclaimed excitedly. Cartland, dressed in a sharp suit, looked every bit the dashing gentleman. His attractive, azure eyes sparkled like stars. His face alone was a beacon of charisma. On closer inspection, Cartland was accompanied by a strikingly attractive woman with a sexy figure. Anyone who noticed her found it hard to look away. Richard, however, seemed to be bewitched by the pair. The woman's slender waist and elegant shoulders reminded him of someone. Somehow, Merissa's name came into his mind. Just then, Harold spoke up, "Richard... Don't you think that woman with Cartland looks familiar?" "What?" Harold knew he wasn't mistaken. "She looks like... Merissa?" Just then, Richard also recognized that stunning woman. It was none other than his wife, Merissa, who was breathtaking in a way he had never seen before! Bathed in soft blue light, her figure was elegantly outlined in a silver-white V-neck gown that hugged her contours perfectly. Her skin shimmered under the lights, and her long legs were set off by a pair of sparkling nude-color high heels, fully embellished with diamond. Her dark, slightly curled hair cascaded casually down her back, adding a touch of leisure. Her deep green eyes were captivating, and her pink lips only added to her allure. She was stunning, irresistibly so. Looking different from the past, today's Merissa applied makeup, enhancing her already striking features. She seemed like a radiant red rose, exuding irresistible allure. "My God, is that really Merissa? She looks completely transformed; I almost didn't recognize her!" "Yeah, she's like a whole new person!" Richard's friends also gathered around, each one voicing their admiration for his soon-to-be ex-wife's beauty. Richard himself was shocked. Beyond the ordinary and plain Merissa he knew, there was a side to her he had never seen. At home, she had never decked out, with thick, ugly black-framed glasses that masked all her beauty. But who was that man beside her? She had just filed for divorce, and now she was with someone else? Was he really that inadequate that she was in such a rush to find a replacement? Richard dislike that glasses at all. "Isn't that man with Merissa the hot new celebrity everyone's talking about?" "Yes, that's Cartland Narth. He's a scion of the prominent Narth family, quite the catch!" "Oh Richard, looks like your ex-wife has picked a great partner!" Richard's friends were ever eager for some drama and didn't hold back their comments. Richard's expression turned even colder, his expression chilling as if the air around him could freeze someone alive. It seemed his ex-wife really had a game plan, embarrassing him during their marriage and now making a fool of him during their divorce! Noticing Richard's change, Maddie clenched her fists hard, her eyes a swirling mix of jealousy and malice. Why should Merissa get to be so stunning? Even more eye-catching than her? No, this shouldn't be happening! No way! Merissa should have been like a rat in the sewers, ideally married to a man with a lot problems or an abusive old man. That would have been a fitting end for her. But why? Why did Merissa end up with Cartland, whom Maddie was dying to work with, after she had hogged Richard for three years? *** Unaware she had become the subject of such scrutiny, Merissa felt relieved to finally be herself again. What a liberating feeling! No longer did she have to worry about whether Richard liked her or when she might lose him. "Do you want to go up and play a piece? It's been a long time since I've heard you play the cello," Cartland suggested, breaking her thoughts. Merissa looked over, her eyes resting on the antique cello placed prominently in the center of the hall. She couldn't help but recall those lovely days she once had. "Okay. It's indeed been so long. I almost forgot how it felt," she said, and with a gentle smile, she walked gradually towards it. As she approached the cello, all eyes in the room turned to her. Sitting down slowly, Merissa set up the cello gracefully and skillfully. The next moment, her fingers fluttered over the strings like butterflies, and as the bow glided back and forth, a rich, beautiful melody began to resonate throughout the hall. The melody was ethereal and tinged with sadness, touching everyone's hearts while cleansing their souls. For that moment, time seemed to stop as everyone was engrossed in the performance of the dazzling woman on stage. As the piece ended, the room burst into enthusiastic applause. Richard, too, had been drawn deep into the haunting music, jerked back to reality only by the sudden applause. Merissa played the cello! However, he had never known even though they had been a couple for years. What more was she hiding? Feeling as if something were stuck at the top of his throat, Richard couldn't shake off his discomfort. Watching his sister reclaim her past glory on stage, Cartland felt an indescribable pride and admiration. He stepped forward and embraced Merissa. "It seems the little sister that used to make me proud has finally returned." "Tell me about it!" Merissa beamed, utterly oblivious to Richard's brooding gaze from afar. Richard's face turned livid, yet he still seemed quite impressed by her talent. It appeared he had grossly underestimated her. He had once believed she was capable of nothing, but now, he realized it was just her disguise. Seeing Merissa so close to another man, a man far superior to him, made him feel sick. Beside him, Maddie was equally shocked by Merissa's transformation. This was beyond her wildest expectations! But she wouldn't allow Merissa to outshine her, nor to take Richard back. Suddenly, an idea struck Maddie. She inched closer to Richard, shyly tugged at his sleeve, and then said softly, "Richard, Merissa was married to you for so long, yet she never dressed up in front of you. Did she mean to disgrace you? And now, shortly after asking for a divorce, she began dating a celebrity. Did she cheat on you all along?" Her words turned Richard's already sullen face even stormier, his fingers tightening around his glass until they turned white. Yes, Merissa had never dressed up like this during their marriage. Was it all just for Cartland now? Most importantly, they hadn't divorced yet! How dare she! She must have done this on purpose! Feeling the sharp gaze from afar, Merissa glanced over, and her eyes widened in shock. Those two again! Always looming like dark clouds! Richard and Merissa's eyes met. Richard's gaze was a mix of fury and admiration, but Merissa's was filled with disdain and disgust. Encountering Richard and Maddie here was the most detestable moment of her day. "A face-off, here we go!" Harold remarked gleefully. "Yeah, and Richard's got a tough competitor this time! After all, that guy is a wealthy, good-looking celebrity!" "How do they even know each other that well? the Merissa that we had always underestimated has now suddenly become the companion of a celebrity, and they even look good together!" Richard felt his friends' chitchat was just noise. He had eyes; he could see for himself! His anger was raving, breaths coming in heavy. He then slammed his glass on the table so hard that it cracked. Seeing Richard's violent mood swings because of Merissa made Maddie grow even more jealous and resentful, though she maintained a facade of innocence and friendliness. "Richard, should we say hello to Merissa?" As Maddie spoke, her gaze involuntarily drifted towards Cartland. She understood the value of this man all too well. Despite his celebrity facade, rumors had it he was the eldest son of the Narth family and behind the industry powerhouse Kangster Films which was known to dominate the entertainment industry, and just being associated with it could secure endless resources, ensuring her career soared. Maddie couldn't resist adding fuel to the fire. "Richard, Merissa and Mr. Narth seem unusually close. Could it be that Merissa had planned your divorce in advance? Did she dress so seductively just to meet him?" Richard's face turned even more livid. So, Merissa couldn't wait to divorce because she had already found the next golden goose? How dare she commit marital infidelity when he hadn’t even signed the divorce papers yet! He stood up abruptly and strode towards the duo. Overjoyed, Maddie smiled and followed him. "Richard, wait for me..." Richard blocked their path, tugging at his tie irritably. "Mr. Narth." Cartland stopped and looked at the man who had hurt his sister, his expression indifferent. "Mr. Adler." Maddie hurriedly stepped forward. "Mr. Narth, I'm Maddie." She seemed to deliberately modulate her voice to sound sweet, which caused Merissa to cringe in disgust. Cartland frowned slightly. "Sorry, I don't recognize you." Maddie's smile froze, her face turning red and then pale; this was the first time she had been snubbed by a man, especially in front of so many familiar faces. But a moment later, she forced a smile, knowing this man was a resource she could never attain in several lifetimes. "Mr. Narth, we have a collaboration coming up later." Cartland remained indifferent. "We'll talk later then." Merissa couldn't help but snicker, admiring how her brother managed to dismiss with such finesse. Cartland's indifferent responses were embarrassing for Maddie, but considering the potential resources, she didn't give up. "Mr. Narth, you really have a sense of humor. I'm actually a big fan of yours; can we take a picture together?" Finally showing signs of impatience on his icy face, Cartland replied, "Ms. Ford, you'll have to ask my partner. If she agrees, I'll do it; if not, sorry." He gestured to Merissa, wrapping an arm around her, and whispering in her ear, their stance intimate. Merissa played along, leaning into him, all soft and delicate. Seeing this, Maddie could no longer maintain her smile. Richard couldn't hold back his anger and blurted out, "There's no need to target Maddie. Also, what exactly is your relationship?" Merissa's expression turned cold instantly. Though she left him without hesitation, her heart ached from seeing the man she had loved repeatedly defend his mistress. "Richard, get this straight. Your little lover is the one who threw herself at Cartland. Nobody is targeting her! And my relationship with Cartland is none of your business! We're divorced now, remember? And as for the reason, I think everyone here is well aware of it. Oh, by the way, why haven't you signed the divorce papers yet?" Mentioning the divorce reason only fueled Richard's anger, his mind momentarily crashing. When did Merissa become so sharp-tongued? He couldn’t think of anything to say back to her. No way! But Maddie was preoccupied with something else. Richard hadn't signed that divorce agreement yet! Did Richard not want to sign? Did he still have feelings for Merissa? Maddie looked at Richard, her eyes filled with pain and helplessness, but Richard was too distracted by his thoughts to notice. He was busy figuring out how to salvage his bruised ego. Finally, he managed to respond, "Fine... You're quite something! You have got some nerve to judge me when you have hooked up with another man as soon as you asked for a divorce!" Merissa retorted sharply, "Look who's talking. You were the one cheating during our marriage!" Her words turned both Maddie and Richard's faces crimson. It was true; everyone knew about their disgraceful relationship. Someone in the crowd couldn't help but laugh out loud. What a splendid exchange! "No, that's not it!" Maddie protested. "Merissa, you must be misunderstanding me and Richard..." Merissa cut her off, "Doesn’t matter to me. Besides," she eyed the necklace on Maddie's neck, a token Richard had given her to signify their bond,then showed an enigmatic smile. How bold Maddie was! Maddie took away her necklace and still dared to appear in front of her wearing it! Simply challenging her! What would happen if Richard knew her true identity? Next second, without hesitation, Merissa came up to whisper to Maddie, "is that necklace really yours? Did you and Richard actually have a past?" Maddie's face turned pale. What? The necklace? What had Merissa found out, and how? Had Merissa discovered that she had never actually been a co-victim with Richard in the kidnapping? She had always concealed the truth so perfectly, that even Richard had never doubted her. How did Merissa figure it out? Must know, Richard always accepted her love because she had this necklace! If he found out that she was not the owner of the necklace, he must definitely leave her! One question led to another, filling Maddie with fear and making her feel exposed. At this time, Richard also came forward and asked, "Maddie, what's happened? What did she say to you?" "Um…" Maddie hesitated. And Cartland stepped in front of Merissa and said firmly, "To my knowledge, what Merissa is saying is accurate." His gaze then slid from Maddie to Richard. Richard also kept his eyes on Maddie, waiting for what she would say next. Maddie's eyes reddened as she retorted, "But Mr. Narth, surely you don't need to defend someone as rude and uncouth as her?" Maddie still believed Merissa had seduced Cartland with her looks and body, which drove her to make the most unpleasant comments possible. Cartland raised an eyebrow, surprised to hear his family referred to as rude and uncouth. He was impressed by Merissa's ability to blend in. He was about to reveal his identity, but Merissa subtly signaled him not to. She didn't want to expose Maddie's lies now, because she already had a plan to let everyone know about Maddie's ugliness. So, Cartland responded with a snort, "Cause I indulge her. Do you have a problem with that?" Maddie's eyes widened in shock. She couldn't believe that Cartland was staunchly defending Merissa! Richard was equally stunned. It became clear to him that this man might have genuine feelings for Merissa. As tensions mounted, a familiar voice called out from a distance. "Cartland? Merissa? There you are." Following the voice, Maddie gasped in shock, her eyes widening as she recognized the speaker. "Isn't this... Edgar Mortiz, the famous director? He's here? Oh my God, I can't believe I'm seeing him!" Maddie exclaimed. Maddie was set to play a part in Edgar's next project, but her role was unimportant, so she hadn't had the opportunity to meet the director in person. Trying to sound sweet and demure, Maddie greeted him, "Mr. Mortiz." Edgar frowned, clearly annoyed by the overt flattery. Then, he turned to Merissa and Cartland instead. "Let's go, my esteemed guest and brilliant lead actor." Wearing a genuine smile, Edgar replaced his cold demeanor toward Maddie with visible respect and hospitality as he led Merissa and Cartland to a private VIP dining room, which was accessible only to major shareholders of the restaurant. As Merissa was about to sit down, Edgar eagerly moved to pull out her chair and poured her a glass of wine. After receiving a polite nod of thanks from Merissa, he relaxed and sat down. "I've always heard Cartland speak so highly of you." Edgar began, admiration evident in his voice. "He said his sister was both beautiful and capable. Now, I can tell you've lived up to your reputation! To be so young and already the head of Kangster Films, the No. 1 in the industry, is truly impressive!" He had always admired young people who made names for themselves, which was why he liked Cartland and Merissa. "Thank you. I also admire your work, so I'm very keen for Kangster to invest in your new project," Merissa responded. Edgar had known Merissa and Cartland's identities for a long time, and appreciated their powerful family backgrounds, which only increased his respect for their relentless drive to start their own business. From a distance, Richard and Maddie, along with others, although unable to hear the conversation, were stunned by the scene. It was normal for Cartland to be respected as the lead actor, but Merissa's reception was puzzling. Being Cartland's date couldn't earn her respect, but there didn't seem to be other possibilities... Maddie was seething with envy, almost suffocating from her jealousy. Why? Why was Edgar so dismissive towards her yet so attentive to Merissa? Maddie wanted to seriously hurt Merissa but had to maintain a weak facade due to the influential crowd around her. Her eyes welled up as she lamented. "I'm sorry, Richard, it's my fault. But I never imagined Merissa would have such deep connections with so many prominent men." Her words implied an accusation of impropriety against Merissa. Richard stared at Merissa, now confident and vibrant when talking to Edgar, a stark contrast to the woman he had known. "Looks like your wife has kept many secrets from you," Harold commented. "What secrets could she possibly have..." Richard muttered irritably,"She's just a gold-digger who'd latch onto any man for money." Harold squinted thoughtfully. "Really? Doesn't seem like it to me." Richard frowned, countering, "Then what else could it be? She doesn't have any significant background." Every mention of "Merissa" by Richard grated on Maddie. A hint of malice flashed across her eyes. She was determined to exact revenge, not only to secure her marriage with Richard but also to drive Merissa out, like a rat in the trap. She would definitely make this happen! However, Maddie knew now wasn't the best time for revenge. She had to wait for the right moment. Adjusting her emotions, she resumed her role as a damsel in distress, clutching Richard's sleeve tightly. "Merissa has misunderstood me, and now she's also in Edgar's good graces. I guess my acting career is over, isn't it? What should I do, Richard? I'm really scared..." Richard rubbed his temples and finally said, "It won't come to that. I know Edgar values talent above all." Seeing Richard had failed to get the hint, Maddie gritted her teeth and laid it out. "But I'm still worried. Richard, if I could just get an opportunity with Kangster Films... I'm sure you can help me, right?" Beholding her meek demeanor, Richard’s tone softened greatly as he rubbed her head, "Don't worry, I have connections. 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2,606,224	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606226}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	💖😍one click to continue FREE reading👉	"Congratulations, you're pregnant!" the doctor announced with a smile, handing Merissa Narth the pregnancy test results. What? Pregnant?! The shock on Merissa's face was quickly overtaken by joy. "Really?!" She had only slept with Richard Adler once, and now... But then, anxiety followed swiftly. Would Richard even want the baby? After all, throughout the three years of their marriage, he had eyes only for Maddie Ford. No matter how hard Merissa tried to emulate her, Richard showed no interest. In their relationship, Merissa was the one who carried the torch. But now, Merissa felt drained. The unrequited love for a man was exhausting. "Miss? Miss?" The doctor's voice pulled her from her thoughts. "Where's your husband? Did you come alone?" "He's... he's quite busy..." Thinking of Richard standing her up that morning left a sour taste in her mouth, but she swallowed it down. In this marriage, all she ever wanted was for him to stay by her side. And now, she wasn't alone anymore; her little one was on the way. Thinking of this, Merissa smiled as she gently placed her hand on her abdomen. *** Leaving the hospital, Merissa was eager to share the news with Richard. Perhaps this new life would bring them closer. She also needed to tell him the truth, that the little girl with whom he was kidnapped back then was her, not Maddie. Merissa still remembered how they had huddled together in that basement, feeling horrified but supporting each other. They had exchanged keepsakes and promised to find each other again someday. Because of this promise, Merissa has always regarded marrying Richard as her wish. Later, Merissa's family sent her abroad. By the time she had reconnected with Richard, he was already with Maddie. Seeing Richard so happy and having accidentally lost the keepsake, Merissa kept this secret to herself. * Soon, Merissa arrived at Richard's office. "Wait! Mrs. Adler, you can't go in there!" An assistant, seeing the cheerful Merissa about to push open the door, instantly turned pale and rushed to block her in front of the glass wall. Observing the panic in the assistant's eyes, Merissa’s heart sank. Could there be something in the room she wasn't supposed to see? "Step aside!" Her expression grew cold, which was rare for her. Now, she only wanted to know what the heck was going on inside. "Mrs. Adler, could you please wait just a moment? Or MaybeI’ll now go in there to notify Mr. Adler?" "Get out of the way!" Her voice became icy as she cut off the assistant. Seeing his awkward smile that’s even worse than crying, Merissa knew something was amiss. She immediately pushed the door open herself. And then, Merissa stopped dead in her tracks. She rooted to the spot, unable to move. A man and a woman is having fun in front of she. Eyes wide open, she saw perfectly well that her husband in his large chair, was amorously embracing another woman. "Ah... Merissa..." Merissa's heart almost failed in shock. It was Maddie, Richard's first love, the one he always pined for. And now, she had returned! Having acknowledged Merissa's presence, Maddie had no intention to get up. Instead, she stayed slumped over Richard, who held her with an affectionate gaze. Looking at Maddie's curly brown hair, her demure outfit, and her gentle demeanor...almost the same as her disguise Merissa felt a surge of anger mixed with heartbreak. But she knew better. This woman wasn't as innocent as she appeared. If she were, she wouldn't have been able to deceive Richard and claim Merissa's credit for so many years. Merissa stared at the indifferent pair, her gaze sharpening on Richard. "So, you had to cancel your plan to accompany me to the hospital because you needed to cozy up here with her?" Richard's face darkened with irritation as he responded sharply, "Merissa, stop making such a scene! Maddie just got back. We're just catching up." "Catching up? Is that what you call this intimate little setup here? And on our anniversary, no less!" Merissa laughed in irritation. "Merissa!" Richard snapped, cutting her off. Seeing Richard's reaction, Maddie's face briefly twisted into a spiteful smile, which then quickly switched to a more pitiful look. She gently disentangled herself from Richard, standing with her hands clasped in front of her, looking every bit the victim. "Merissa, don't get the wrong idea. I asked Richard to accompany me today. It's not his fault." Richard, annoyed, yanked at his tie, said impatiently, "You don't need to explain anything to her." Maddie kept gazing down, feigning innocence. "But Merissa's got it all wrong about us. I don't want to cause any rift between you two." Merissa scoffed. "Then you shouldn't cross paths with this married man at all!" Maddie wanted to retort but faltered. But soon, she adjusted her hair and said, "I was just helping Mr. Adler with his tie. In fact, I know it's not really my place to do so... We're not what we used to be... If only I hadn't gone abroad back then..." Maddie chose her words artfully to make it seem that Merissa were the other woman in this relationship. "Maddie, if I recall correctly, you left Richard for money back then!" Merissa countered. "If anything, you’re the one to blame!" Maddie's eyes welled with tears. "Merissa, that's not what I meant... I just got carried away thinking about the past. You don't have to be so aggressive; it will only embarrass Richard further. Besides, Richard has been supporting you financially all these years. How can you blame him..." Before Maddie could finish, Merissa couldn't contain her inner beast any longer. She suddenly stepped forward and slapped Maddie across the face. "Ouch!" "Maddie!" Maddie's cry of a physical ache and Richard's cry of a heartache filled the air at the same time. Disillusioned with this brutally unfeeling man in front of her, Merissa finally realized how foolish she had been. She had forsaken her family, lost herself, and even given up her most cherished career for him. However, it was all for nothing. Merissa's love for Richard should never justify his humiliation of her. She had enough! "Let's get a divorce. Remember this: from now on, I’m the one who have dumped you, Richard Adler!" Merissa lifted her head, holding back the tears that threatened to fall, determined to reclaim her life starting now. As Merissa walked away, Maddie said, "I'm sorry, Richard, I didn't mean to cause any misunderstanding. I just felt you were being treated unfairly." Richard wasn't particularly concerned about Merissa leaving; after all, what did she have without him? He turned to Maddie with a tender look. "It's okay. Don't worry about her." Outside the office, Merissa looked at the pregnancy test in her hand. What a jerk! He would never find out this child was his! She then dialed her former assistant, Kurt Borris. "I'll be officially back to work next Monday. Have all the executives ready with their reports; I need to catch up on everything that's happened during my absence over the past three years." Kurt, initially surprised for a second, turned extremely excited. "Boss, that's great! You're finally back!" "Yeah," Merissa replied succinctly. "Should I tell your parents you're coming back?" Kurt asked. Back then, Merissa had an almost destructive falling out with her family when she tried to marry Richard, and though her parents had eventually came around, she hadn't been home in three years. With a nervous twitch in her mouth, she sighed, "No, I'll tell them myself." Kurt couldn’t help but offer a plaint, "I wonder how Mr. Adler will think when he learns that you're the prized jewel of the Narth family and the CEO of the leading film company, Kangster Films." Whatever he would think about it was not her concern. Since he had some unresolved issues with his old flame, Merrisa was better off without him. Despite her deep love for Richard, one painful lesson was enough. She vowed never to debase herself again. If they meet again next time, she, Merissa, will definitely not tolerate them again! Merissa didn't hesitate for another second. The first thing she did upon returning home was dye her hair back to its natural dark color and change back to her own style. Then, she packed all her belongings. Merissa didn’t take anything that Richard had bought for her or belonged to the Adlers, nor did she deign to take them. Soon, Merissa returned to the bright and airy apartment that her parents had bought her in the city center. It was still kept clean despite her long absence. After she entered, her phone rang. It was her older brother, Cartland Narth. "Look who's decided to come home," Cartland teased. Breaking away from that relationship, Merissa felt like a big burden had been lifted. She returned to being the sunshine girl she used to be. With a playful whine, she responded, "Cartland! Are you spying on me or something?" "Yep, I've installed a camera at your place," Cartland’s tone was joking, then became serious. He couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong? Had a row with Richard? Did he treat you bad?" Finally, the big brother’s concern broke Merissa, her eyes red and her nose filled with a surge of bitterness. Her prolonged silent worried Cartland, but his tone remained gentle. "No way... Did he really treat you bad?" Merissa's replied in a sobbing tone, "Cartland... Richard and I are getting a divorce." "That's great! Good for you! You should have left that jerk long ago! He has no idea how to treasure a nice girl like you. Don't worry, now that you're home, whatever you need, I'm here for you." While speaking out what he really thought, he knew Merissa was suffering. Merrisa left Richard despite how much she loved him, which only showed how many times he had wronged her. Cartland was determined to teach Richard a lesson. "Why don't you join me tonight? I'm having dinner with the director of the series I'm filming. Since you're back to the company, you'll be working with him later for sure." Cartland knew Merissa was heartbroken, but life went on, and the best way to heal was to keep her busy. "Okay, thanks, Cartland," Merissa agreed, appreciating his efforts. Cartland felt a bit relieved and advised, "Also, come home when you get a chance. Divorced or not, you're still part of the family. I support whatever decisions you make." Merissa agreed, feeling a comforting warmth. Now, it was time to get down to business. Merissa had a lawyer draw up a divorce agreement. The document was straightforward except for two issues: the division of assets and the reason for the divorce. "What about the marital assets? How would you like to handle that?" her lawyer asked. Recalling Maddie's words, Merissa scoffed, "I don't want a single stinky penny of from the Adler family. I'll walk away empty-handed. As for the cause of divorce, please do write down 'the inability of the male party'." Since Richard dared to flirt with other women in front of her, why she needed to care about his feeling? The lawyer was flabbergasted by this statement, a divorce reason he had never heard before . He noted down her requirements, apprehensive that Mr. Adler would strangle him down the moment he saw this divorce petition. * Meanwhile, Richard was in his office. "Sir, you have new mail," the secretary said as she placed the freshly delivered express mail on Richard's desk. Opening the envelope, Richard saw the big title: Divorce Agreement. Although he had considered divorce following Maddie's return, it was never supposed to be initiated by Merissa. If anyone was going to dump the other, it would be him, not her. Before he opened the document, Richard had assumed with a smirk that Merissa must be making an effort to save him, based on his idea that she could never live without him. But then, Richard's smirk faded when he saw the title. And then it became a shock the moment he read the content. Distribution of marital properties: The female party waivers rights to all marital properties Cause of divorce: Malfunction of the male party What? She would actually want no money while claiming he was incompetent? She knew too well if he was potent or not. Richard felt he had underestimated Merissa; she truly had guts! The secretary carefully observed Richard, whose face was stormy as a thundercloud, wishing she could disappear into the thin air. "Did Merissa send this?!" Richard bellowed like an enraged lion, ready to lash out at anyone close by. "Well, yes and no..." the secretary faltered, timidly handing over a business card. "It was actually delivered by a lawyer who claimed he's fully representing Merissa... for any discussions about the divorce." The secretary finished her sentence, trembling in fear, fully aware of how furious her boss looked. Richard tried to pull out his phone but was so enraged that he fumbled and dropped it to the floor. The secretary desperately wanted to laugh at all this, but she managed to suppress her giggles, reminded of Richard's scowling face. With a furious swipe, Richard threw the divorce papers on his desk and dialed Merissa's number, only to find it unanswered. Normally, Merissa would pick up his calls immediately and respond to his messages right away. Now she had got some nerve! She actually had the guts to ignore his calls! "Get the car ready!" Richard commanded. * Back at the Adler Mansion, Richard stormed in, his face a mask of fury. "Where's Merissa?!" "S-she’s left with her luggage," the butler stammered, taking his coat tremblingly. "She said you and her are divorced now." "Gone?" Richard muttered in disbelief. Did she really leave just because he hadn't accompanied her to the hospital today? That didn't make sense, cause Merissa wasn't one to storm off over such things. What was going on with her? Richard tried constantly to dial Merissa's number, and finally, on the twentieth attempt, she answered. Unable to contain his anger, he exploded, "Divorce? Turning down money and insinuating I'm not capable in bed? What on earth do you mean?!" Sensing Richard's agitation, Merissa only felt satisfied and responded casually, "Exactly what the paper says." "Merissa, even nonsense has a limit," Richard began his self-important lecture, once again. "Do you really think I care about your money?" Merissa shot back. Richard was momentarily speechless. Wasn't it all about the money? Didn't she marry him because of it? Oh, and her worthless love. Recalling how Merissa had always adored him, Richard took several deep breaths, his tone cold and harsh. "Change the cause of divorce, and then I'll decide whether to sign it or not." Listening to his patronizing tone, Merissa mocked, "What? Are you in love with me? Is that why you're reluctant to sign?" Richard instinctively responded, "How could that possibly be!" "Then why won't you agree to the divorce?" Stumped by the rebuttals of Merissa who had suddenly become so eloquent, Richard clenched his teeth and finally hissed, "Fine! Merissa, the divorce is on. I'll draft a new agreement for you, but you better not regret it later!" Before Merissa could reply, Richard had already hung up. Merissa made a face at her phone, knowing well that Richard couldn't resist a challenge. She then snapped some photos of the divorce agreement, with one of them highlighting the cause of divorce, and shared it in a group chat that contained their mutual friends. She also posted on social media: Guys! I'm single now! Within half an hour, social media went into a frenzy. His friend, Harold Pearson, called him in surprise. "You and Merissa are getting a divorce?!" "What?" Richard was baffled. "Check the group chat!" Harold urged. Checking his social media messages, Richard saw that Merissa had posted the divorce agreement and specifically highlighted the cause of divorce in their group chat. The group was buzzing with jokes about him, while Merissa, the person behind this, had quit the group after her post. Still reeling, Richard choked on his coffee when he read the messages, spitting it out in a coughing fit. That bad woman! He had just asked her to change the divorce reason, but then she posted it verbatim in their friends' group chat! Now everyone was aware of his supposed inadequacies! Oh no, that wasn't right; he was perfectly capable! Fine, if Merissa was so eager for a divorce, he'd give it to her! Richard was curious to see how Merissa'd manage without him! As a result, Merissa's antics turned Richard into a joke when he arrived at the restaurant. Harold chuckled, "I had no idea you had issues in bed." Harold and Richard, whose families had been friends for generations, had always ribbed each other. "Stop! That is enough, I don’t wanna hear it again" Richard retorted, frowning. "Seriously, are you and Merissa actually splitting?" Harold asked. "It's probably another one of her games," Richard responded, clearly impatient. He didn't have much patience for Merissa. Harold went on, "Indeed, Merissa doesn’t quite stand out. She’s as plain as water; not well-dressed and a bit provincial. Plus, she came from a bankrupt family, so her mediocre social standing can hardly be a match for Maddie, who at least has a certain celebrity appeal." Richard scowled but said nothing in defense. To him, Merissa was indeed that kind of woman. Another friend piped up, "Yet no matter how plain she seems, she has kicked up quite a storm. She's not as docile as she appears, more like a ticking time bomb." "That's pretty intriguing. Fiery looks and a fiery personality, I kind of like that." Harold shrugged. "What's everyone talking about?" A sweet girly voice interrupted. With her wavy brown hair, Maddie seemed charming and sweet. "We were just discussing Merissa, but let's change the subject now that you're here." Harold replied. A fleeting look of malice crossed Maddie's face at the mention of Merissa. She was envious of Merissa's natural beauty and her long-standing connection with Richard. Whenever she was around, Maddie always felt outshined by her. However, Maddie kept her composure in front of everyone else, confident because of her background. "Indeed... I think Merissa’s out of his league. Her family background is poor, so she had no other resources but Richard to rely on. Plus she isn’t too keen on dressing up, so it’s impossible to take her to any formal events or parties." "Moreover..." Maddie paused, smiling charmingly while taking Richard's hand. "I've already returned. Richard, you must be thrilled." Richard took a sip of his tequila and replied softly, "Yeah." Even now, Richard was certain Merissa wouldn't really go through with the divorce. He believed he should have the final say in their marriage! * Just then, their conversation was interrupted by a stir around the restaurant entrance. "Oh! That's Cartland! He's the new shining star! I'm co-starring with him in my next movie!" Maddie exclaimed excitedly. Cartland, dressed in a sharp suit, looked every bit the dashing gentleman. His attractive, azure eyes sparkled like stars. His face alone was a beacon of charisma. On closer inspection, Cartland was accompanied by a strikingly attractive woman with a sexy figure. Anyone who noticed her found it hard to look away. Richard, however, seemed to be bewitched by the pair. The woman's slender waist and elegant shoulders reminded him of someone. Somehow, Merissa's name came into his mind. Just then, Harold spoke up, "Richard... Don't you think that woman with Cartland looks familiar?" "What?" Harold knew he wasn't mistaken. "She looks like... Merissa?" Just then, Richard also recognized that stunning woman. It was none other than his wife, Merissa, who was breathtaking in a way he had never seen before! Bathed in soft blue light, her figure was elegantly outlined in a silver-white V-neck gown that hugged her contours perfectly. Her skin shimmered under the lights, and her long legs were set off by a pair of sparkling nude-color high heels, fully embellished with diamond. Her dark, slightly curled hair cascaded casually down her back, adding a touch of leisure. Her deep green eyes were captivating, and her pink lips only added to her allure. She was stunning, irresistibly so. Looking different from the past, today's Merissa applied makeup, enhancing her already striking features. She seemed like a radiant red rose, exuding irresistible allure. "My God, is that really Merissa? She looks completely transformed; I almost didn't recognize her!" "Yeah, she's like a whole new person!" Richard's friends also gathered around, each one voicing their admiration for his soon-to-be ex-wife's beauty. Richard himself was shocked. Beyond the ordinary and plain Merissa he knew, there was a side to her he had never seen. At home, she had never decked out, with thick, ugly black-framed glasses that masked all her beauty. But who was that man beside her? She had just filed for divorce, and now she was with someone else? Was he really that inadequate that she was in such a rush to find a replacement? Richard dislike that glasses at all. "Isn't that man with Merissa the hot new celebrity everyone's talking about?" "Yes, that's Cartland Narth. He's a scion of the prominent Narth family, quite the catch!" "Oh Richard, looks like your ex-wife has picked a great partner!" Richard's friends were ever eager for some drama and didn't hold back their comments. Richard's expression turned even colder, his expression chilling as if the air around him could freeze someone alive. It seemed his ex-wife really had a game plan, embarrassing him during their marriage and now making a fool of him during their divorce! Noticing Richard's change, Maddie clenched her fists hard, her eyes a swirling mix of jealousy and malice. Why should Merissa get to be so stunning? Even more eye-catching than her? No, this shouldn't be happening! No way! Merissa should have been like a rat in the sewers, ideally married to a man with a lot problems or an abusive old man. That would have been a fitting end for her. But why? Why did Merissa end up with Cartland, whom Maddie was dying to work with, after she had hogged Richard for three years? *** Unaware she had become the subject of such scrutiny, Merissa felt relieved to finally be herself again. What a liberating feeling! No longer did she have to worry about whether Richard liked her or when she might lose him. "Do you want to go up and play a piece? It's been a long time since I've heard you play the cello," Cartland suggested, breaking her thoughts. Merissa looked over, her eyes resting on the antique cello placed prominently in the center of the hall. She couldn't help but recall those lovely days she once had. "Okay. It's indeed been so long. I almost forgot how it felt," she said, and with a gentle smile, she walked gradually towards it. As she approached the cello, all eyes in the room turned to her. Sitting down slowly, Merissa set up the cello gracefully and skillfully. The next moment, her fingers fluttered over the strings like butterflies, and as the bow glided back and forth, a rich, beautiful melody began to resonate throughout the hall. The melody was ethereal and tinged with sadness, touching everyone's hearts while cleansing their souls. For that moment, time seemed to stop as everyone was engrossed in the performance of the dazzling woman on stage. As the piece ended, the room burst into enthusiastic applause. Richard, too, had been drawn deep into the haunting music, jerked back to reality only by the sudden applause. Merissa played the cello! However, he had never known even though they had been a couple for years. What more was she hiding? Feeling as if something were stuck at the top of his throat, Richard couldn't shake off his discomfort. Watching his sister reclaim her past glory on stage, Cartland felt an indescribable pride and admiration. He stepped forward and embraced Merissa. "It seems the little sister that used to make me proud has finally returned." "Tell me about it!" Merissa beamed, utterly oblivious to Richard's brooding gaze from afar. Richard's face turned livid, yet he still seemed quite impressed by her talent. It appeared he had grossly underestimated her. He had once believed she was capable of nothing, but now, he realized it was just her disguise. Seeing Merissa so close to another man, a man far superior to him, made him feel sick. Beside him, Maddie was equally shocked by Merissa's transformation. This was beyond her wildest expectations! But she wouldn't allow Merissa to outshine her, nor to take Richard back. Suddenly, an idea struck Maddie. She inched closer to Richard, shyly tugged at his sleeve, and then said softly, "Richard, Merissa was married to you for so long, yet she never dressed up in front of you. Did she mean to disgrace you? And now, shortly after asking for a divorce, she began dating a celebrity. Did she cheat on you all along?" Her words turned Richard's already sullen face even stormier, his fingers tightening around his glass until they turned white. Yes, Merissa had never dressed up like this during their marriage. Was it all just for Cartland now? Most importantly, they hadn't divorced yet! How dare she! She must have done this on purpose! Feeling the sharp gaze from afar, Merissa glanced over, and her eyes widened in shock. Those two again! Always looming like dark clouds! Richard and Merissa's eyes met. Richard's gaze was a mix of fury and admiration, but Merissa's was filled with disdain and disgust. Encountering Richard and Maddie here was the most detestable moment of her day. "A face-off, here we go!" Harold remarked gleefully. "Yeah, and Richard's got a tough competitor this time! After all, that guy is a wealthy, good-looking celebrity!" "How do they even know each other that well? the Merissa that we had always underestimated has now suddenly become the companion of a celebrity, and they even look good together!" Richard felt his friends' chitchat was just noise. He had eyes; he could see for himself! His anger was raving, breaths coming in heavy. He then slammed his glass on the table so hard that it cracked. Seeing Richard's violent mood swings because of Merissa made Maddie grow even more jealous and resentful, though she maintained a facade of innocence and friendliness. "Richard, should we say hello to Merissa?" As Maddie spoke, her gaze involuntarily drifted towards Cartland. She understood the value of this man all too well. Despite his celebrity facade, rumors had it he was the eldest son of the Narth family and behind the industry powerhouse Kangster Films which was known to dominate the entertainment industry, and just being associated with it could secure endless resources, ensuring her career soared. Maddie couldn't resist adding fuel to the fire. "Richard, Merissa and Mr. Narth seem unusually close. Could it be that Merissa had planned your divorce in advance? Did she dress so seductively just to meet him?" Richard's face turned even more livid. So, Merissa couldn't wait to divorce because she had already found the next golden goose? How dare she commit marital infidelity when he hadn’t even signed the divorce papers yet! He stood up abruptly and strode towards the duo. Overjoyed, Maddie smiled and followed him. "Richard, wait for me..." Richard blocked their path, tugging at his tie irritably. "Mr. Narth." Cartland stopped and looked at the man who had hurt his sister, his expression indifferent. "Mr. Adler." Maddie hurriedly stepped forward. "Mr. Narth, I'm Maddie." She seemed to deliberately modulate her voice to sound sweet, which caused Merissa to cringe in disgust. Cartland frowned slightly. "Sorry, I don't recognize you." Maddie's smile froze, her face turning red and then pale; this was the first time she had been snubbed by a man, especially in front of so many familiar faces. But a moment later, she forced a smile, knowing this man was a resource she could never attain in several lifetimes. "Mr. Narth, we have a collaboration coming up later." Cartland remained indifferent. "We'll talk later then." Merissa couldn't help but snicker, admiring how her brother managed to dismiss with such finesse. Cartland's indifferent responses were embarrassing for Maddie, but considering the potential resources, she didn't give up. "Mr. Narth, you really have a sense of humor. I'm actually a big fan of yours; can we take a picture together?" Finally showing signs of impatience on his icy face, Cartland replied, "Ms. Ford, you'll have to ask my partner. If she agrees, I'll do it; if not, sorry." He gestured to Merissa, wrapping an arm around her, and whispering in her ear, their stance intimate. Merissa played along, leaning into him, all soft and delicate. Seeing this, Maddie could no longer maintain her smile. Richard couldn't hold back his anger and blurted out, "There's no need to target Maddie. Also, what exactly is your relationship?" Merissa's expression turned cold instantly. Though she left him without hesitation, her heart ached from seeing the man she had loved repeatedly defend his mistress. "Richard, get this straight. Your little lover is the one who threw herself at Cartland. Nobody is targeting her! And my relationship with Cartland is none of your business! We're divorced now, remember? And as for the reason, I think everyone here is well aware of it. Oh, by the way, why haven't you signed the divorce papers yet?" Mentioning the divorce reason only fueled Richard's anger, his mind momentarily crashing. When did Merissa become so sharp-tongued? He couldn’t think of anything to say back to her. No way! But Maddie was preoccupied with something else. Richard hadn't signed that divorce agreement yet! Did Richard not want to sign? Did he still have feelings for Merissa? Maddie looked at Richard, her eyes filled with pain and helplessness, but Richard was too distracted by his thoughts to notice. He was busy figuring out how to salvage his bruised ego. Finally, he managed to respond, "Fine... You're quite something! You have got some nerve to judge me when you have hooked up with another man as soon as you asked for a divorce!" Merissa retorted sharply, "Look who's talking. You were the one cheating during our marriage!" Her words turned both Maddie and Richard's faces crimson. It was true; everyone knew about their disgraceful relationship. Someone in the crowd couldn't help but laugh out loud. What a splendid exchange! "No, that's not it!" Maddie protested. "Merissa, you must be misunderstanding me and Richard..." Merissa cut her off, "Doesn’t matter to me. Besides," she eyed the necklace on Maddie's neck, a token Richard had given her to signify their bond,then showed an enigmatic smile. How bold Maddie was! Maddie took away her necklace and still dared to appear in front of her wearing it! Simply challenging her! What would happen if Richard knew her true identity? Next second, without hesitation, Merissa came up to whisper to Maddie, "is that necklace really yours? Did you and Richard actually have a past?" Maddie's face turned pale. What? The necklace? What had Merissa found out, and how? Had Merissa discovered that she had never actually been a co-victim with Richard in the kidnapping? She had always concealed the truth so perfectly, that even Richard had never doubted her. How did Merissa figure it out? Must know, Richard always accepted her love because she had this necklace! If he found out that she was not the owner of the necklace, he must definitely leave her! One question led to another, filling Maddie with fear and making her feel exposed. At this time, Richard also came forward and asked, "Maddie, what's happened? What did she say to you?" "Um…" Maddie hesitated. And Cartland stepped in front of Merissa and said firmly, "To my knowledge, what Merissa is saying is accurate." His gaze then slid from Maddie to Richard. Richard also kept his eyes on Maddie, waiting for what she would say next. Maddie's eyes reddened as she retorted, "But Mr. Narth, surely you don't need to defend someone as rude and uncouth as her?" Maddie still believed Merissa had seduced Cartland with her looks and body, which drove her to make the most unpleasant comments possible. Cartland raised an eyebrow, surprised to hear his family referred to as rude and uncouth. He was impressed by Merissa's ability to blend in. He was about to reveal his identity, but Merissa subtly signaled him not to. She didn't want to expose Maddie's lies now, because she already had a plan to let everyone know about Maddie's ugliness. So, Cartland responded with a snort, "Cause I indulge her. Do you have a problem with that?" Maddie's eyes widened in shock. She couldn't believe that Cartland was staunchly defending Merissa! Richard was equally stunned. It became clear to him that this man might have genuine feelings for Merissa. As tensions mounted, a familiar voice called out from a distance. "Cartland? Merissa? There you are." Following the voice, Maddie gasped in shock, her eyes widening as she recognized the speaker. "Isn't this... Edgar Mortiz, the famous director? He's here? Oh my God, I can't believe I'm seeing him!" Maddie exclaimed. Maddie was set to play a part in Edgar's next project, but her role was unimportant, so she hadn't had the opportunity to meet the director in person. Trying to sound sweet and demure, Maddie greeted him, "Mr. Mortiz." Edgar frowned, clearly annoyed by the overt flattery. Then, he turned to Merissa and Cartland instead. "Let's go, my esteemed guest and brilliant lead actor." Wearing a genuine smile, Edgar replaced his cold demeanor toward Maddie with visible respect and hospitality as he led Merissa and Cartland to a private VIP dining room, which was accessible only to major shareholders of the restaurant. As Merissa was about to sit down, Edgar eagerly moved to pull out her chair and poured her a glass of wine. After receiving a polite nod of thanks from Merissa, he relaxed and sat down. "I've always heard Cartland speak so highly of you." Edgar began, admiration evident in his voice. "He said his sister was both beautiful and capable. Now, I can tell you've lived up to your reputation! To be so young and already the head of Kangster Films, the No. 1 in the industry, is truly impressive!" He had always admired young people who made names for themselves, which was why he liked Cartland and Merissa. "Thank you. I also admire your work, so I'm very keen for Kangster to invest in your new project," Merissa responded. Edgar had known Merissa and Cartland's identities for a long time, and appreciated their powerful family backgrounds, which only increased his respect for their relentless drive to start their own business. From a distance, Richard and Maddie, along with others, although unable to hear the conversation, were stunned by the scene. It was normal for Cartland to be respected as the lead actor, but Merissa's reception was puzzling. Being Cartland's date couldn't earn her respect, but there didn't seem to be other possibilities... Maddie was seething with envy, almost suffocating from her jealousy. Why? Why was Edgar so dismissive towards her yet so attentive to Merissa? Maddie wanted to seriously hurt Merissa but had to maintain a weak facade due to the influential crowd around her. Her eyes welled up as she lamented. "I'm sorry, Richard, it's my fault. But I never imagined Merissa would have such deep connections with so many prominent men." Her words implied an accusation of impropriety against Merissa. Richard stared at Merissa, now confident and vibrant when talking to Edgar, a stark contrast to the woman he had known. "Looks like your wife has kept many secrets from you," Harold commented. "What secrets could she possibly have..." Richard muttered irritably,"She's just a gold-digger who'd latch onto any man for money." Harold squinted thoughtfully. "Really? Doesn't seem like it to me." Richard frowned, countering, "Then what else could it be? She doesn't have any significant background." Every mention of "Merissa" by Richard grated on Maddie. A hint of malice flashed across her eyes. She was determined to exact revenge, not only to secure her marriage with Richard but also to drive Merissa out, like a rat in the trap. She would definitely make this happen! However, Maddie knew now wasn't the best time for revenge. She had to wait for the right moment. Adjusting her emotions, she resumed her role as a damsel in distress, clutching Richard's sleeve tightly. "Merissa has misunderstood me, and now she's also in Edgar's good graces. I guess my acting career is over, isn't it? What should I do, Richard? I'm really scared..." Richard rubbed his temples and finally said, "It won't come to that. I know Edgar values talent above all." Seeing Richard had failed to get the hint, Maddie gritted her teeth and laid it out. "But I'm still worried. Richard, if I could just get an opportunity with Kangster Films... I'm sure you can help me, right?" Beholding her meek demeanor, Richard’s tone softened greatly as he rubbed her head, "Don't worry, I have connections. 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2,606,241	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606236}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Start Free Online Consultation	We’re ZipHealth. It’s our goal to support you on your weight loss journey at an affordable price. - FREE weight loss support from clinical experts - No subscription needed - 100% online, no appointment needed - FDA-approved Take the consultation and check if you qualify today. Treatments are subject to approval by a certified healthcare professional, who assesses suitability based on an online consultation.	LEARN_MORE	https://www.ziphealth.co/landing/weight-loss/meta-	ZipHealth	https://www.facebook.com/ziphealth.usa/	3,099	1969-12-31 18:00	Learn More	ziphealth.co	DCO	{{product.description}}	https://www.ziphealth.co/landing/weight-loss/meta-2	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469084225_936722324522374_1186272444088422172_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FlYEpq5uyegQ7kNvgGPRxxk&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AC5ZtAqeewL9bd_KqOXrbku&oh=00_AYCZzVFylWQb3Oymw1Nz9aUuFpn-U81k-gZ8trzy4zgb6A&oe=675AC18D	PERSON_PROFILE	ZipHealth	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,273	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606258}'	Yes	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	💔FREE on Kindle Unlimited	Protecting a spoiled, sassy socialite isn’t my usual undercover job. But her billionaire brother hired me to keep her safe. I’m the grumpy guy pretending to be a gardener. She’s the heiress with a broken past. Yet, Cassie’s not what I expected. Her past left scars, ones her ex would love to reopen. It’s my job to ensure he doesn’t get near her. Spending time with her isn’t the unpleasant chore I thought it would be. Cassie somehow manages to slip past all my defenses. She’s a temptation even a gentleman couldn’t ignore–and I’m no gentleman. Cassie’s beautiful, smart, and sexy, but she’s also—a client. She’s off-limits, and I should keep things strictly business. But I don’t… Now, it’s my cynical heart that’s in danger. When she finds out I’ve been lying to her—she’ll hate me. But I’ll do anything to protect her… even if it means breaking her heart. And I’ll risk everything to pick up the pieces. When she finds out I’ve been lying to her—she’ll hate me. But I’ll do anything to protect her… even if it means breaking her heart. And I’ll risk everything to pick up the pieces. Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMBQJPVD	LEARN_MORE	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMBQJPVD?maas=maas_adg	Kelly Thomas	https://www.facebook.com/100092267142796/	78	1969-12-31 18:00	Learn more	amazon.com	IMAGE	💋FREE on Kindle Unlimited	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMBQJPVD?maas=maas_adg_C43F3F692335ED06F80BDBCA0C677AC5_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469224509_862957802578271_5998245523646305147_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=llkCgqY-dPsQ7kNvgHftKvj&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AC5ZtAqeewL9bd_KqOXrbku&oh=00_AYDTnwb0xUKGML3gKh06D_AE_CjLP9A-TB5AmozvWOfJoA&oe=675AD938	PERSON_PROFILE	Kelly Thomas	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,281	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606296}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Discover Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks	Indulge in Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks 🧦 You haven't known compression socks that can be worn all day until you've tried these. Providing all-day circulation support to help maintain a healthy lifestyle, Feet's compression socks were designed to provide support for your legs - swelling, circulation, inflammation, and more. With a cloudy and soft comfort, your feet will love them. Step into a new sock with Feets! 🧦	SHOP_NOW	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	FEETS	https://www.facebook.com/feetsbrand/	399	1969-12-31 18:00	Shop Now	feetsbrand.com	DCO	Up to 40% Off!	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469047692_1683478348878014_7224706593059827140_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6qtEmW1R7BoQ7kNvgGDjsWc&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ALGki0aPNgSGc5JP-QZzEqK&oh=00_AYAK6eoZDks7RX612MLcQpKW3EXBghOWvF6lsVy6H7OKJA&oe=675AD8B0	PERSON_PROFILE	FEETS	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,284	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606296}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Discover Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks	Indulge in Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks 🧦 You haven't known compression socks that can be worn all day until you've tried these. Providing all-day circulation support to help maintain a healthy lifestyle, Feet's compression socks were designed to provide support for your legs - swelling, circulation, inflammation, and more. With a cloudy and soft comfort, your feet will love them. Step into a new sock with Feets! 🧦	SHOP_NOW	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	FEETS	https://www.facebook.com/feetsbrand/	399	1969-12-31 18:00	Shop Now	feetsbrand.com	DCO	Up to 40% Off!	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469419373_541687085407540_9204320005161727461_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_Qyo48cEmccQ7kNvgGPQby1&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ALGki0aPNgSGc5JP-QZzEqK&oh=00_AYBGQpDRWzM4SoYOfEYTnN3ovrgAnyt2tafaOVhG8GA5tg&oe=675AC76E	PERSON_PROFILE	FEETS	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,302	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606296}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Discover Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks	Indulge in Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks 🧦 You haven't known compression socks that can be worn all day until you've tried these. Providing all-day circulation support to help maintain a healthy lifestyle, Feet's compression socks were designed to provide support for your legs - swelling, circulation, inflammation, and more. With a cloudy and soft comfort, your feet will love them. Step into a new sock with Feets! 🧦	SHOP_NOW	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	FEETS	https://www.facebook.com/feetsbrand/	399	1969-12-31 18:00	Shop Now	feetsbrand.com	DCO	Up to 40% Off!	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469236355_451939441283227_1402769831620554013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=p1_8k3ZKqP8Q7kNvgHrS5yu&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ALGki0aPNgSGc5JP-QZzEqK&oh=00_AYB8Zk4nrsXxXTIfpVwv40KDslk-9fGfe_0MBkHaRUr2nA&oe=675AD9D8	PERSON_PROFILE	FEETS	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,306	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606296}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Discover Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks	Indulge in Feets FlowFiber Compression Socks 🧦 You haven't known compression socks that can be worn all day until you've tried these. Providing all-day circulation support to help maintain a healthy lifestyle, Feet's compression socks were designed to provide support for your legs - swelling, circulation, inflammation, and more. With a cloudy and soft comfort, your feet will love them. Step into a new sock with Feets! 🧦	SHOP_NOW	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	FEETS	https://www.facebook.com/feetsbrand/	399	1969-12-31 18:00	Shop Now	feetsbrand.com	DCO	Up to 40% Off!	https://feetsbrand.com/collections/socks	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469477607_1568876063758042_5518132926150440153_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wv1y-25H-90Q7kNvgE-1OCH&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=ALGki0aPNgSGc5JP-QZzEqK&oh=00_AYCHIlJs-zCmSAuDmt-8pw3eUYhBH0I8VNpVOnOIsD2a5g&oe=675AB285	PERSON_PROFILE	FEETS	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,343	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606345}'	Yes	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971			LEARN_MORE	https://kellylwellness.spiffy.co/checkout/ffs-mont	Kelly L Wellness	https://www.facebook.com/Kellylwellness/	4,922	1969-12-31 18:00	Learn More	kellylwellness.spiffy.co	CAROUSEL		https://kellylwellness.spiffy.co/checkout/ffs-monthly-3	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469096145_507088772489130_1115405513584305238_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=F2hGA6TbJxYQ7kNvgGt7GxS&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AeUob-64HpIcWF9VrNMgQ-B&oh=00_AYDEkVOWxaefWVB_G6rVW3FI0VKxMNH69m2JIKGHf5MZJQ&oe=675ABC52	PERSON_PROFILE	Kelly L Wellness	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,322	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2605801}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	+13 Bu/ac Increase	Kelly had a tough time believing this was gonna work as promised. +13 Bu/ac later he changed his mind about this trial with Vive Crop Protection.			XtremeAg.farm	https://www.facebook.com/XtremeAg.farm/	46,057	1969-12-31 18:00			VIDEO			1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469331838_817919213757031_7062561750383546265_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=urBuehvohFYQ7kNvgFm6PZ3&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AeUob-64HpIcWF9VrNMgQ-B&oh=00_AYBGWfzI-3BDYwS8uF37H2-hj3o4OykyjFIMUiN-dte6Xw&oe=675AC886	PERSON_PROFILE	XtremeAg.farm	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,328	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) null	Yes	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	A funny thriller set in 1920s rural Ireland at the annual matchmaking festival	Finding love in 1920s Ireland for a young American can be murder.....	LEARN_MORE	https://www.amazon.com/Love-Death-Lisdoonvarna-add	O'Malleys and Kellys	https://www.facebook.com/61561146340828/	3	1969-12-31 18:00	Learn more	https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Murder-Sacre-OMalley-mysteries-ebook/dp/B0D7VTX5N8	VIDEO	Jack Kelly goes to Lisdoonvarna to find a wife and uncovers a dead body instead. Robert Kelly, former police detective, wants his son to find love at the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking festival in Ireland. Instead they find a dead body in this funny, page-turning thriller which features murder, a chaotic hurling match, a frightening horse race and squadrons of priest and nuns patrolling all the matchmaking dances like guards at a prison camp.	https://www.amazon.com/Love-Death-Lisdoonvarna-addictive-historical-ebook/dp/B0D7ZTXX7H	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469397989_882703300565196_3805009000296950477_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IAwIJltDGjkQ7kNvgEJgo40&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AeUob-64HpIcWF9VrNMgQ-B&oh=00_AYDRfJTR2c8Aacnf0UFxrAdE_YjW8JrR1bUDQPYuKGEOJw&oe=675AA5C2	PERSON_PROFILE	O'Malleys and Kellys	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete
2,606,330	/src/Template/Ads/index.ctp (line 281) '{"alias":2606333}'	No	2024-12-07 19:00	active	1971	Converse conosco		WHATSAPP_MESSAGE	https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=19783278042	Autowise - Your Smart Choice	https://www.facebook.com/61557832228937/	61	1969-12-31 18:00	Send WhatsApp Message	api.whatsapp.com	CAROUSEL		https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=19783278042	1969-12-31 18:00	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/469243942_1581673993230559_275579252829455874_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RTFfMeUeEVMQ7kNvgECmrsO&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&_nc_gid=AeUob-64HpIcWF9VrNMgQ-B&oh=00_AYDjR1qd44u1Dq6PZiL-qNac1Qf4-KH3UvhCotJ5nh5ucA&oe=675AA831	PERSON_PROFILE	Autowise - Your Smart Choice	1969-12-31 18:00	View Edit Delete

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