After the Affair Falling into a Billionaire's Arms novel Chapter 236

Chapter 236

Louisa didn’t answer, seemingly lost in thought.

That once seemingly unforgettable love and pain–when she tried to recall it now, she could barely

remember anything.

It felt like a past life, hazy and indistinct.

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After a while, she smiled again. “Back then, I didn’t understand. Love that exceeds your capacity is actually

a form of debt.

“George married me against everyone’s disapproval. He exhausted his courage, depleted his passion. He

used his rebellious nature to fight against his parents and social norms.

“But the problems were never resolved. His parents‘ contempt and disdain for me never disappeared. Like a

credit card bill, it was something he had to pay.

“So when he had me, when he grew tired of me, when new excitement appeared, when he no longer liked

me–he didn’t want to keep paying a bill that, to him, had no consequences.

“I suppose that’s the fundamental flaw in men. Once they’ve obtained something, they stop treasuring it.

“Julian’s status is even higher than George’s.

“Moreover, Julian is the heir to the Tudor family, the CEO of the Tudor Group. He carries immense

responsibility with countless eyes watching his every move. His parents‘ aversion and disdain for me would

only be greater…

“So it’s better to cut off all possibilities before anything begins. That way, everyone can breathe easier.”

Sadie looked perplexed. “If you’ve thought it through so thoroughly, why not just leave the Tudor Group altogether?

“Go out and create your own path, or simply stop working.

“You have four billion dollars in savings and the ability to create your own wealth. Why put yourself in such a difficult position at the Tudor Group?”

Louisa poked her forehead playfully. “What are you thinking? How many times has Julian saved me? Just for saving my life alone, I could never repay him enough.

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“Besides, the Tudor Group might look glamorous from the outside, but inside, it’s full of power struggles

that require constant vigilance.

“Julian has only been in charge for six months, with many problems waiting to be solved. What he needs

most right now are people he can trust.

“Even if I wanted to leave, I couldn’t do it now. That would be too heartless and selfish.”

Sadie suddenly smiled, looking at her with an incredulous expression.

Louisa felt uneasy under her gaze. “What? Did I say something wrong?”

“No, no, no! It’s not wrong. It’s just that–you haven’t realized it yourself–you’re constantly thinking about

Julian. You’re already deeply in love with him.”

“What do you mean ‘deeply in love‘?” Louisa rejected the idea without a second thought. “What we have is

revolutionary friendship, comradeship, understand? Don’t turn everything into romance.”

“Fine! Fine! Keep lying to yourself.” Sadie didn’t want to argue anymore. “Let’s talk about something

important. You have no idea what I heard in today’s recording. The latest explosive conversation-

explosive, absolutely explosive.”

“It’s not something disgusting, is it? I just ate. Don’t make me throw up.” Louisa’s face showed distaste.

“That wouldn’t be fair. I can’t be disgusted alone–you have to join me.” Sadie joked, playfully teasing her.

Louisa couldn’t help but laugh. “Alright, tell me, what is it?”

“It’s about George,” Sadie said. “You won’t believe it. Vivian went to his house trying to get intimate with him, but he was so repulsed! Anyone would think he’d been forced into sleeping with her before.

“Do you think he might have discovered the bug and is eliberately acting devoted for your benefit?”

Otherwise, it made no sense. What divorced man would reject a woman’s advances?

Sadie found it highly unlikely,

“You planted that bug so discreetly–how would he know?” Louisa replied. “Maybe he’s just been infected by

spending too much time with a lunatic.”

“You might be right.”

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Sadie nodded and didn’t elaborate further. She played the recording.

It was a conversation between Vivian and Hazel.

The prelude was quiet, with the faint sound of wind.

They were probably walking in the garden at home.

Suddenly, Vivian’s sweet voice sounded: “Mom-”

Her saccharine voice made Louisa and Sadie cringe even through the recording.

The scene from the banquet–where they’d blamed each other like fighting dogs–was still fresh in their

minds.

And now she was calling her “Mom“?

They could only imagine Hazel’s expression.

Hazel’s voice was wooden: “Say what you need to say.”

Her tone was impatient.

Vivian didn’t waste time and got straight to the point: Mom, could you please talk to George for me? Ask him to be nicer to me. You have no idea how cold he’s been lately. I feel so heartbroken.”

Hazel maintained her emotionless voice: “How he treats you is beyond my control. If you feel mistreated,

you don’t have to marry him. We’re not forcing you.”

Since getting out of prison, Hazel had realized how terrifying Vivian truly was. She’d rather Vivian didn’t marry into the Capulet family at all.

Vivian paused briefly, her tone suddenly turning sinister, “I respect you enough to call you ‘Mom. Are you

sure you want to treat me this way?

“You know I’m capable of anything. If I’m in a bad mood, I might say things I can’t even predict.

“What would your husband do if he found out about your pretty boy on the side?

“I’ve heard his mistress is determined to marry into weath and replace you.

“Oh, and that illegitimate son of your husband–he’s twenty this year, right? Already graduated from

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