Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 54

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Chapter 54 The Big Showdown

I couldn’t wait to get to the office in the morning.

I called Johnson and asked for detailed information about Lauren. I picked up on the

hidden meaning

behind his words and learned that Lauren had her sights on Matthew.

Considering what I witnessed between them the other day, I remembered Matthew looking

slightly shifty.

After all, once a man stole a kiss, he would likely crave more.

My heart stung again. I once thought overcoming difficulties would solidify our love. I

never expected Matthew not to be my soulmate. Still, I didn’t have time for sorrow and

had to take matters into my own

hands to save myself.

The information Ivanna uncovered shocked me even more. Indeed, all three Murphys had

accounts. Melanie owned properties and had a construction and renovation company

registered with a capital of

1.5 million dollars.

Though the company didn’t have many projects, its cash flow was substantial. It was clear

where the money was coming from. With a registration amounting to 1.5 million, it was

evident that Matthew had

been profiting over the years.

The deposits under Henry and Grace’s names even exceeded seven figures. I burst into

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laughter when I saw the data. Matthew was ruthless and calculating. It was an all–out

family affair.

All their accounts were full except for mine, the legally wedded spouse. His intentions

were apparent to everyone else, while I remained oblivious. A chill ran down my spine

because he had deceived me so

mercilessly.

Even if I forgave him, I had lost my youth, marriage, and deep affection for him. I clenched

my teeth as I

slammed the table. Since I couldn’t salvage our marriage, I would have to fill the void with

material

possessions.

Before seeing this information, I was conflicted about keeping a complete family for my

daughter. I

couldn’t bear the fact that my family was collapsing before me. I clung to that warmth.

Even if love was

gone, familial affection remained.

However, the harsh truth forced me to admit it. There was no trace of familial affection

left. The Murphys

saw me as an obstacle now. My role and value had disappeared in their eyes.

couldn’t stop thinking about my daughter. People loved her, and her smile could light up a

room. How

could she have such a sick bastard for a father? My heart ached, and I felt helpless

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Unfortunately, I received a message on WhatsApp from Melanie. It contained a picture of

her at a car dealership, so I bolted to my feet and headed straight to Matthew’s empty

office. I clenched my teeth and

called a private investigator.

I brought Ivanna along when I went to meet him. I briefed him about Lauren and asked

him to dig deeper into her background, particularly her frequent interactions with

Matthew.

I told Ivanna, “Even if they’ve never interacted, we must create them.”

Ivanna stared at me in disbelief, then exclaimed, “You want to set up a dogfight?! How can

we make two

people who have nothing to do with us follow our plan? That might be tricky!”

Ivanna raised a valid concern, so I said, “I can manage that. It’s only a matter of time

before something

goes wrong. They’re both a couple of rotten apples anyway.”

“If you can make those two comply, I can help spread the word,” Ivanna promised me, “I

guarantee it’ll

cause a storm throughout the city.”

“No, how are we going to enjoy the show then? If it creates a city–wide storm, we must

include Melanie to

make it more exciting.” I looked at Ivanna meaningfully. “Do you want to see Matthew and

Melanie being

bystanders, or would you rather see all three of them fighting?”

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“Hahaha, that’s a big showdown!” Ivanna understood my intentions.

“We need Melanie to stir things up with them, then I’ll be free to act. Otherwise, Matthew

will always be

suspicious of me. I can’t seem to keep track of his movements,” I said, “Aaron, can you

help-

Aaron interjected, “Consider it done. I’ve got something good for you. It’ll tell you his

whereabouts at any

time!”

He handed something to me, leaving me utterly stunned.

After leaving the cafe, I received a call from my mother. She told me that my father’s

condition had

improved and that he wanted to see me and Ava. I told her I would bring my daughter to

visit once I

settled a few things at home.

Although autumn wasn’t too cold in the city, falling leaves still marked the season. The

bright yellow trees

made a striking contrast, and scattered leaves covered the ground.

Ireceived a call from Matthew, informing me that he had some last–minute out–of–town

business.

By now, I knew that phrase meant something else. I clenched my phone as my heart

turned colder, I knew

Matthew had likely completed his car purchase and was off to the city for a passionate

night

chucked as if no one was around, attracting alarmed glances from passersby

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