Chapter 6
259 Words
The Enemy Within
The conference room at Evans Group was silent.
Around the long table sat the company's board of directors, each wearing a carefully controlled expression.
As Evans entered with Ami beside him, whispers filled the room.
"So she's the new wife."
"She doesn't look like someone from a wealthy family."
"They say she was struggling to pay rent."
Ami lowered her eyes, pretending not to hear.
Evans heard every word.
He stopped walking.
His icy gaze swept across the room.
"My wife's background is not up for discussion."
The room instantly fell silent.
An older man at the end of the table smiled coldly.
"Relax, Evans. We're only concerned about the company's reputation."
His name was Richard Sterling—Evans' uncle and the largest shareholder after him.
Richard folded his hands.
"You married without informing the board. That raises questions."
"My personal life requires no approval," Evans replied.
Richard chuckled.
"We'll see about that."
Just then, the conference room doors opened.
The mysterious woman from outside Evans' office walked in confidently.
She wore an elegant red dress and a knowing smile.
Ami frowned.
She had never seen her before.
The woman walked straight to Evans.
"You didn't even invite me to your wedding?"
Evans' jaw tightened.
"What are you doing here, Vanessa?"
Vanessa smiled sweetly before turning to Ami.
"So... you're the woman who replaced me."
The room fell into stunned silence.
Ami looked from Vanessa to Evans, her heart sinking.
Replaced?
Who exactly was this woman?
And what history did she share with the ruthless billionaire?
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