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###Chapter 11%
At that moment, I was sitting aboard the Femandez family’s private jet, sipping champagne poured by the flight attendant. Through the live stream that Lawrence had sent me, I watched the chaotic scene unfold below%
There he was–Dawson, the target of everyone’s scom–kneeling on the ground, his face red and desperate, repeatedly calling my name? Flise hurried over to pull him up. “Dawson, get upt the quests are getting restless“,
His mother frantically tried to explain to the crowd, waving her hands “This is all fake! That vicious woman, Mazine, made the video to ruin my son!”
His father, seeing Dawson still struggling with Elise, and arguing furiously, his body froze. The shock overwhelmed him–he clutched his chest, staggered, and collapsed on the spot from a heart attack /
Amidst the chaos, I withdrew my gaze
Lawrence clinked his glass against mine and smirked. “You really love and hate fiercely–no grudge goes unpaid, hur?“%
I answered quietly, “Of course, I despise lies and betrayal And Dawson embodies both“%
He cleared his throat awkwardly. “Don’t worry I’m not that kind of scumbag I’ll never lie to or betray you“%
I smiled faintly “Neither are you perfect, Lawrence.“))
“But when it comes to love, I’m absolutely loyal. Otherwise, why would I still be single?” he teased, raising his eyebrows.%
Back then, despite my family’s opposition, I broke off my engagement with Lawrence to marry Dawson. I never imagined that even now, he hadn’t moved on and never had another woman by his side–no men either%
Thinking of his deep feelings for me, I awkwardly turned to look out the window at the clouds drifting by.%
“Thank you.. and I’m sorry for making you wait so long”
Sighing, I suddenly asked, “Did you ever imagine maybe I’d spend my whole life with him?“%
“Impossible I know my rival well. He was never serious about you from the start. Honestly, I’m surprised you lasted nine years with him,” he said, raising an eyebrow. Then he tapped my forehead playfully. “You just happen to be incredibly stupid”
I ignored his jab and said softly, “When I love someone, I trust them with all my heart“%
Lawrence looked at me intently, “That’s why I fell for you. From now on, it’s okay to be that foolish, because this time you chose me“%
Just then, my brother pulled aside the curtain and smiled when he saw me chatting and looking relatively well.%
“Maxine, did you get your revenge on Dawson? Are you happy now?”
“I am Brother, I’m sorry Back then, I didn’t listen to you and stubbornly insisted on marrying him.“%
I stumbled through the memories of love blinding me, causing heartbreak to my family just to be with Dawson, I didn’t even know what 1 was thinking at the time.
My brother sighed and sat beside me. “How could a man who made you hide your mamage truly love you?“%
But I had stubbornly believed back then, “That was Dawson’s consideration for me,“%
Now, looking back, I was as foolish as Lawrence said
He set down his glass and leaned back, watching me closely.
“My parents want us to get marned soon. What do you think?“%
“Okay” I didn’t hesitate He had waited years–I didn’t want to make him wait any longer or waste his genuine love. Lawrence’s eyes lit up He immediately pulled out his phone and made a call %
“Jostwa, book the best Hollywood photographer for met I want our wedding shoot and ceremony captured perfectly!” After hanging up, he smiled at me
Tve already lured your favorite wedding dress designer, Raphael”
Stunned, Lasked in disbelief, “How did you know I liked ftaphael? He’s expensive and so hard to books
Lawrence spoke warmly. “I know your tastes better than you do. And no matter what it costs, it’s worth it’s
As i was touched, he gently took my hand
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“Joshua, book the best Hollywood photographer for me! I want our wedding shoot and ceremony captured perfectly!”
After hanging up, he smiled at me.
“Tve already hired your favorite wedding dress designer, Raphael.”
Stunned, I asked in disbelief, “How did you know I liked Raphael? He’s expensive and so hard to book!“%
Lawrence spoke warmly, “I know your tastes better than you do. And no matter what it costs, it’s worth it.”%
As I was touched, he gently took my hand.
“Maxine, you’re a gemologist and the best jewelry designer I know. So I bought a jewelry brand for you to be the chief designer.”
“That way, you can design your own wedding jewelry.“2
Hearing the name, I almost cried. It was a top–five global brand–he was seriously spoiling me!%
Sensing my thoughts, Lawrence said, “For you, I’d give everything, even my life.”
My eyes welled with tears, and my nose twitched as if about to bubble over.
During all those years married to Dawson, he never asked what I liked or wanted.Z
But Lawrence? It was different. Everything he gave me wasn’t forced or fake; it came from truly knowing me and making me feel genuinely loved and respected.&
My brother nodded beside me. “Seeing Lawrence love you like this puts my mind at ease.”?
After all, the Fernandez and Clark families had a long friendship. He knew Lawrence’s character.
But then he added with a grin, “If Lawrence ever hurts or betrays you, I’ll personally teach him a lesson!“?
Lawrence shrugged. “You’d be disappointed then.“%
But what shocked and moved me even more was what happened after we landed.
A team of lawyers was waiting for us!
One handed Lawrence a stack of documents. He signed swiftly and passed them to me.}
“Sign quickly, Maxine.“%
I opened the papers and realized–Lawrence was transferring half his shares to me!!
“You’re crazy!“2
He pressed the pen into my palm, holding my hand tightly. “This multi–billion asset is my proposal gift to you.“}
“I can’t accept this!” I shook my head.
But he insisted, “Then I’ll convert it all to cash and throw it into the ocean.”}
I was speechless, when my brother opened another document.
“A will? If you die accidentally, all his inheritance goes to her?!“}
“Lawrence, you’re truly… the most terrifying hopeless romantic in the world!“}
His parents and siblings were alive, so normally without kids, I wouldn’t even inherit half his estate.
Besides, our relationship had only just begun. What I wanted most was not his money, but that he and I–this man who waited for me- could grow old safely, healthily, and happily together.”
Moved to tears, I kissed Lawrence’s cheek.
“You don’t have to prove anything like this.”
He held me tightly. “I just want to.“%
Meanwhile, Dawson–he had truly lost his mind.”
