The Day I Quit Him (Autumn and Mars) novel Chapter 69

**Chasing Light, Finding Peace** – by Rohan Verma

**Chapter 69**

Lydia Lopez felt a surge of indignation wash over her. It was impossible, she thought, that Autumn had simply stumbled upon her at the hospital. No, this had to be a calculated move on Autumn’s part. Lydia’s mind raced with the implications. Autumn was no ordinary assistant; she wielded considerable influence within the company. The more she pondered, the more convinced she became that this entire scenario had been orchestrated with malicious intent.

With a determined resolve, Lydia reached for her phone and dialed her mother’s number. The moment her mother picked up, Lydia could sense the calmness in her voice, a stark contrast to the storm brewing inside her.

“Mom, you won’t believe what just happened! Autumn set me up!” Lydia exclaimed, frustration lacing her tone.

To her surprise, Mrs. Lopez didn’t respond with the outrage Lydia anticipated. Instead, there was a soothing quality to her words. “Don’t fret, Lydia. Your father and I have a plan in motion. Just come home first.”

“What plan?” Lydia asked, confusion clouding her thoughts. All she could think about was Mars Wright, the man she had been falling for, and how he was now slipping away from her grasp.

“Listen, sweetie, you need to trust us. As long as you stick to the strategy your dad and I have devised, you’ll have Mars Wright wrapped around your finger in no time,” her mother reassured her, a hint of confidence in her voice.

“Mom, what if Mars is mad at me for this? What if he holds a grudge?” Lydia’s heart raced at the thought of losing Mars, the very man who had ignited feelings in her that she had never experienced before.

“Enough of this! I’m hanging up now. Get an Uber and come home immediately,” Mrs. Lopez commanded, her tone leaving no room for argument.

With that, the call ended, leaving Lydia to bite down hard on her lower lip, frustration bubbling beneath the surface. How could her mother be so calm, so collected, when everything was falling apart? Just a moment ago, she had urged Lydia to ensnare Mars and never let go, but now that things were complicated, her mother was acting as if it was all under control.

Suppressing her anger, Lydia reluctantly called a taxi. The ride home was a blur of anxiety and doubt. When she finally stepped through the door, her mother was waiting, her expression serious but determined. Mrs. Lopez grasped Lydia’s hand, leading her into Mr. Lopez’s study without a word.

Inside, the atmosphere shifted as the three of them engaged in a lengthy discussion. Lydia listened intently, her heart pounding as her mother and father laid out their plans. By the time she emerged, a newfound lightness filled her spirit, and her earlier despair had vanished like mist in the morning sun.

“Just you wait, Lydia. Once our plan comes to fruition, people will be lining up to kiss your feet,” her mother declared, a proud grin spreading across her face.

The vision her mother painted ignited a fire within Lydia, stirring her deepest ambitions. “Mom, we have to make this work! Failure is simply not an option!” she replied, her voice laced with determination.

Mrs. Lopez’s smile widened. “Don’t worry! Your father and I have already secured you an invitation to the auction. All you need to do is show up looking stunning and present yourself to Owen Bennett! You are exceptional, my dear. When he sees you, he won’t be able to resist. This will elevate you and the entire Lopez family to new heights!”

Lydia felt her excitement swell. If she could become someone like Autumn, then Mars Wright would be nothing more than a distant memory. After all, what was he compared to a man of stature, a corporate heir at the helm of an elite family? The thought of Mars losing everything he held dear fueled her resolve further.

“Mom, put some funds on my card. I need to take care of myself over the next few days. If I see any gowns or jewelry that catch my eye, I’ll buy them. At the auction, I’ll show Grand City just how remarkable the daughter of the Lopez family truly is!” Lydia declared, her confidence blossoming.

“Absolutely, my darling. You won’t let us down,” Mrs. Lopez replied, satisfaction evident in her tone.

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