Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

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Aurora stared at Lily in utter disbelief, her eyes wide as she stammered, “He... h-he’s your husband?”

Lily nodded gently, a soft smile playing on her lips.

Aurora gasped, her gaze darting toward the man sitting beside her idol. She studied his face carefully and

couldn’t help but nod in approval. His sharp features, undeniable charm, and confident demeanor made him look

like the perfect match for Lily. Together, they looked like a couple straight out of a dream.

What stood out even more to Aurora was the way the man’s eyes never left Lily. His gaze was filled with warmth,

admiration, and a love so genuine that it made her heart swell. It was clear that this man adored her idol beyond

measure. Seeing Lily, the actress she admired, in such a happy and loving relationship brought Aurora a deep

sense of joy.

But as she continued to observe the man, a nagging sense of familiarity tugged at her memory. She tilted her

head slightly, squinting as if that would help her piece things together. Where had she seen him before?

No, he couldn’t be a celebrity, she thought, shaking her head firmly. If he were famous, she would have instantly

recognized him. So who was he?

“Ethan...” she whispered the nLily had mentioned earlier, her voice trailing off as her mind worked furiously

to connect the dots.

Suddenly, it hit her like a bolt of lightning. Her eyes widened in shock, and she gawked at the man as if he were

a ghost. Ethan. The nechoed in her mind. The Ethan-one of the most influential businessmen in the world,

hailed as the most handsman alive and the epitof the ideal husband.

Aurora couldn't believe it. The man she had only seen in newspapers, on TV, or across the intewas sitting

right in front of her. And not just that-he was married to Lily! Her shock turned into a squeal of excitement.

“AHHH! Miss Lily and Mr. Ethan are such a perfect couple!” she exclaimed, her voice filled with genuine delight.

Lily chuckled softly, raising a hand to calm the overexcited fan. “Thank you, but please keep this a secret for

now.”

Aurora nodded eagerly, her expression one of fierce determination. “Of course! You can count on me!”

The two women continued their conversation, discussing various plans Lily had in mind. Aurora listened intently,

hanging onto every word like a diligent student in a classroom. She nodded enthusiastically at every point Lily

made, her respect for her idol deepening with each passing moment.

During their discussion, Aurora learned a few surprising truths. Firstly, Lily was a talented songwriter-a revelation

that left Aurora in awe. Secondly, helping with Lily’s plan would mean standing against Riley, a woman Aurora

had once idolized. Lastly, and most shockingly, she discovered that Riley wasn’t the kindhearted person she had

believed her to be.

By the tthey wrapped up their talk, Lily offered to drop Aurora home. Aurora accepted without hesitation,

grateful for the chance to spend a little more twith her idol and Ethan. It was late, and walking back home

alone didn’t seem like a good idea anyway.

Once Aurora was safely dropped off, Ethan drove them back to their home. The moment they stepped inside,

Ethan suddenly scooped Lily into his arms, carrying her effortlessly.

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“Ethan! What are you doing?” Lily gasped, caught off guard by his sudden move.

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Without a word, he carried her straight into the bathroom. Before she could process what was happening or

protest, Ethan had already undressed both of them and pulled her under the cold spray of the shower.

As the icy water hit her skin, Lily shrieked, “Ah! Ethan, are you out of your mind? What's this all about?”

Ethan flashed her an innocent smile, though there was a mischievous glint in his eyes. “What? Sstranger

touchedearlier, and | need to feel clean. This is the best way to fix it.”

Lily glared at him, her lips twitching between frustration and laughter. Despite her protests, the playful banter

and shared laughter that followed melted her annoyance, leaving only warmth between them.

Lily’s eyes narrowed suspiciously. “Then why am | even here with you?”

A mischievous grin curved Ethan's lips as he leaned in, trapping her gently against the wall. His tone carried a

playful edge. “Because | want my dear wife to help me... clean up.”

Lily’s mouth fell open in protest, but before she could utter another word, Ethan silenced her with an impatient,

fiery kiss. Her startled objections were muffled as his hands roamed confidently, exploring every curve of her

body.

At first, Lily tried to resist, pressing her palms against his chest to push him away. “Ethan, stop-mmph!” she

began, but her words were swallowed by the heat of his lips and the intensity of his touch. Slowly, the sparks

ignited something within her. Her initial resistance melted away, giving in to the wave of emotions and desires

coursing through her.

Her arms looped around his neck as she began responding to his kiss with equal passion, her movements fueled

by the magnetic pull she always felt toward him. How could she not? This was her husband-the man who knew

how to awaken every hidden yearning within her.

Ethan's lips grew hungrier, his hands more insistent as he matched her growing enthusiasm. Their bodies

communicated in ways words never could-expressing love, passion, and an unspoken promise of devotion. His

lips trailed down her neck, leaving a trail of fiery kisses, while his hands explored her form with gentle yet firm

attention.

Their fervent embrace under the shower turned into an all-consuming moment. The sound of water hitting the

tiles blended with their shared whispers and breathless moans. With every kiss, every touch, they were lost in

each other, their connection deepening further as the night stretched on.

Eventually, their passion moved them from the confines of the bathroom to the warmth of their bed, where they

continued to cherish each other. It wasn’t until the early hours of the morning that their energy waned.

Exhausted but blissful, Lily collapsed into his arms, her breathing uneven. Her body was worn out, but her heart

was full. As sleep began to claim her, Ethan pressed a tender kiss to her forel ead. Carefully, he grabbed a soft

cloth to clean her up, his movements gentle and filled with care. Once satisfied, he wrapped his arms around her

and pulled her close, whispering softly, “Sweet dreams, my love.” Moments later, he too surrendered to sleep, a

peaceful smile on his face.

The next morning, as planned, Lily took Aurora to visit her workplace. Aurora's eyes widened with wonder as she

stepped inside the building. The grand space was breathtaking, filled with an atmosphere of creativity

and ambition.

For a moment, Aurora stood still, taking it all in. “This.... this is incredible,” she murmured, a mix of awe and

nostalgia in her voice. Once, she had dreamed of working in such a place-a space where talent and hard work

were celebrated. But those dreams had been buried under the weight of her painful past.

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She let out a small sigh, pushing those thoughts away. She wasn’t here to dwell on old wounds. This was her

second chance, not just for herself but for her son. Her focus now was on the future.

Lily guided Aurora through the hallways, finally stopping in front of an office door. She knocked lightly before

entering.

“Cin,” a deep, calm voice called from the other side.

Pushing the door open, Lily stepped inside, followed closely by Aurora. “Mr. Parker, this is the singer | told you

about-Aurora. Aurora, meet Parker, your new boss,” Lily said with a warm smile.

Parker had been reviewing sdocuments when they entered, but as soon as he lifted his head to greet them,

his world seemed to stop.

The papers in his hands fell to the desk unnoticed. His gaze locked onto Aurora, and his heart thundered in his

chest. It was her.

The woman he had searched for relentlessly. The one who had walked into his life like a whirlwind, upending

everything he thought he knew before vanishing just as quickly. He had tried countless times to find her, to no

avail. And now, here she was, standing right in front of him.

His breath caught, and for a moment, he forgot where he was. The emotions he thought he had buried surged

back, stronger than ever.

Aurora, unaware of his internal turmoil, gave him a polite bow and said, “It's an honor to meet you, Mr. Parker I'll

work hard to meet your expectations.”

Parker didn’t respond immediately. He was too stunned to speak, his mind racing with questions. How was she

here? What had brought her back into his life?

“Mr. Parker?” Lily's voice broke through his daze.

Clearing his throat, Parker quickly composed himself, though his heart still pounded. “Yes... welcome, Miss

Aurora. | look forward to working with you.”

As he spoke, his eyes lingered on her a moment longer, silently vowing that this time, he wouldn't let her slip

away.

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