After Divorce She Becomes the Billionaire Heiress (Sylvia and Cyril) novel Chapter 12

Chapter 12 Can’t be untouched

Originally planning to rest, seeing Cyril changed Sylvia’s mind. She headed to the quieter backyard gardens instead.

With everyone networking inside, the backyard was peaceful and private, just what Sylvia needed. She understood the banquet’s real motive despite being held ostensibly in her

honor

– an opportunity for her family’s associates to lobby for partnerships and favors.

1 With no desire to entertain such agendas, the isolated backyard suited her perfectly.

Settling down, familiar hurried footsteps soon approached before Juliet’s voice rang out. Where have you been? I searched all over but couldn’t find you. Hiding out here I see. What’s on your mind?”

“Nothing much. Just wanted some quiet time away from the noise. The backyard is nice and peaceful for sitting undisturbed. Weren’t you going to rest at home?” Sylvia asked.

“I did go home to rest but when I couldn’t find you, I came out searching. Oh by the way, I saw Cyril taking a call, seemingly speaking with that woman,” Juliet responded, her tone laced with disdain.

Hearing about Cyril’s call, Sylvia knew without doubt it had to be Caroline. Who else could it possibly be? 1

“What’s so great about her?” Juliet complained bitterly, “Just some two–bit actress. For stardom, such entertainment circle people can stoop to anything. Most of those online reports about her are likely true.”

Amused, Sylvia corrected, “Actually quite a few of those exposes were arranged by my brother. And they’re all bona fide. So it’s not ‘most likely‘, but absolutely all true. Anything for fame and fortune but when duplicity backfires, blame is unavoidable.”

Juliet fell silent, acknowledging the truth of it. Without actual malfeasance, someone like Caroline could never have risen so high, especially not with her persona of kindness and diligence she flaunted before Cyril to secure his aid.

“How do you feel about everything though?” Juliet finally asked gently, “It is quite unfair you had to divorce over someone like her. We’re all thrilled you finally came to your senses but still, he was your personal choice all those years.”

Caught off guard by the sudden question, Sylvia took time to analyze her true feelings. Initially, Caroline’s intrusiveness left her incredibly furious, often confronting Cyril who remained implacably calm and dismissive. Over time and repeated instances, Sylvia realized her protests were futile, only causing herself more anguish. Eventually she grew numb until

“Impossible to remain unaffected,” she eventually replied. “I did love him many years so it was upsetting to witness his behavior. But I’ve come to terms with it for a woman he loves deeply enough to act this way, clearly that depth of feeling doesn’t apply to me. So be it. I’ve been slowly letting him go.”

Hearing Sylvia’s earnest words, Juliet sighed deeply. “You’re right, quickly abandoning such feelings is difficult. But don’t worry, he doesn’t deserve you anyway. Plenty of better men will treasure you.”