Chapter 2 - The Stolen Pride
Luca let out a harsh scoff, stepping forward while dropping his heavy suitcase onto the polished marble with a loud thud. He pointed a dismissive finger toward the black leather folder sitting on the coffee table.
"It's held through a corporate entity I control!" Luca snapped stiffly, his eyes narrowing. "Vance Capital Development owns this entire estate. My legal team filed the eviction notice yesterday. You lost your rights to this house the second you refused to sign the uncontested divorce terms!"
Chloe stepped up beside him, crossing her arms, a triumphant sneer playing on her lips as she looked around the sun-drenched living room. "Accept it, Jessi. Luca built this company from scratch. You're just a leech trying to cling to his fortune."
Jessi slowly shook her head, a cold, knowing smile blooming across her face as she set her glass down without making a sound.
"It has never belonged to Vance Capital Development," Jessi replied, her voice filled with a quiet, unshakeable confidence that sent an uncomfortable shiver down Luca's spine.
Chloe’s jaw dropped slightly in sudden confusion. She looked back and forth between Luca and the luxurious surroundings, her arrogant smirk beginning to falter.
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"Luca... what is she talking about?" Chloe gasped, her voice trembling nervously.
👉 Read PART 3 to see the mysterious stranger step forward!
