Destiny

Chapter 2

Aurora woke up to the warmth of Lucas's hand resting protectively over her abdomen.

She felt a pang of irony, remembering the countless times he had cared for her during her periods since the miscarriage.

He would cancel meetings, work from home, and insist that the company could run without him, but his wife couldn't.

"Hey, is your mood lately from period pain?" Lucas asked, his voice low and soothing.

Aurora's expression remained neutral as she replied, "Let's go out for a walk."

Lucas agreed immediately, and they strolled hand in hand on their old university campus.

The memories came flooding back as Lucas reminisced about chasing the "ice goddess" she once was.

He told her about winning over her friends one by one until she finally said yes.

Aurora's smile was a thin line. "Not all my friends," she said, her voice casual. "My best friend, Florence never liked you."

A flicker of stiffness crossed Lucas's face before he laughed it off. "I couldn't understand women's friendships, it's so complicated." he said, his eyes crinkling at the corners.

Aurora's gaze never wavered. "That same friend is now an i********: influencer," she added, her tone light. "She's soon entering showbiz."

Lucas's expression remained calm, but a hint of tension crept into his voice. "Really? Wouldn't know. There's no other woman in my eyes but you."

Aurora's eyes followed Lucas as he walked away to give an impromptu speech, invited by a junior who had recognized him.

She felt a mix of emotions, but her expression remained neutral.

As soon as Lucas was out of sight, she pulled out her phone and opened the livestreaming app.

The stream was titled "Campus Goddess's Fairy Tale Romance," and it was her best friend's account.

The same one she had started tracking the day she discovered Lucas's infidelity.

Florence was gushing about meeting her "prince" on campus, and the comments were filled with hearts and admiration for the "good man."

Aurora's eyes narrowed as she watched the stream, her mind racing with the implications.

Her friend's i********: was filled with couple photos, and while strangers might not recognize Lucas, Aurora knew it was him.

She recognized his silhouette, clothes, and habits the way he held her friend's hand, his wrist watch, which she had bought for him.

She also recognised the scarf on her best friend, it was the same one Lucas said he would get her.

Though she never added his face in the photos, Aurora knew that “Mr anonymous” is Lucas, which Florence followers are unaware of.

The comments on the livestream were glowing, praising her friend's "good man" and asking for more updates about their romance.

Aurora felt a cold sensation spreading through her body as she realized the extent of Lucas's deception.

She had suspected he was hiding something, but she hadn't expected this or maybe she had expected.

Aurora quietly took screenshots and recorded the livestream, her eyes fixed on Florence's smiling face.

She video called Florence mid stream, and her friend's expression changed from carefree to startled.

Florence forced a smile, "Wow, didn't expect you to find me here."

Aurora's smile was just as fake, "Algorithm magic. So, you're in love and didn't tell me? Funny. Back when my husband was chasing me, you couldn't stand him, saying you'll be single forever. I wonder what kind of man could change your mind. How about we do a double date tomorrow?"

Florence's face tensed, her smile faltering for a moment before she recovered. "That sounds... interesting," she said, her voice strained.

The livestream chat exploded, with many viewers recognizing Aurora as the wife of Lucas Blackwood, the city's famous "wife slave" CEO.

Florence's eyes darted to the comments, her jaw tightening as she realized the attention was shifting to Aurora.

She quickly ended the livestream, citing a technical issue.

Aurora's eyes never left Florence's face, her expression unreadable.

She ended the video call, her fingers moving slowly as she pocketed her phone.

Lucas returned, his eyes curious. "What were you watching so focused?" he asked, his voice light.

Aurora's gaze met his, her smile serene.

She didn't respond, simply pocketing her phone and turning her attention.