The Billionaire Ex-Wife and the Beggar He Became novel Chapter 32

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But all he ever gave her was contempt.

Nothing but contempt!

That's why he could treat her divorce papers like a joke, why he kept breaking his promises, and why he never hesitated to bully her.

She had only herself to blame for never standing up for herself around him.

No one else was at fault.

Winona trudged home, lost in a haze of guilt and regret.

On the living room couch, Mia stared at her in shock as soon as she walked in.

"Nona, what happened? You look absolutely defeated," Mia asked, concern etched across her face.

"Julian is a jerk! An absolute bastard!"

"I hope Felicity cheats on him a hundred times over!"

"No—scratch that! From now on, I'll date a different man every day, just to rub it in his face! I hope his jealousy grows so wild it turns into a jungle!"

Mia: "…"

Winona had always been calm and gentle—when did she turn into such a firebrand?

And what was this about flaunting new boyfriends every day just to spite Julian? Had she lost her mind?

"Nona! If you parade around with a different guy every day just to get back at that jerk, what does that make you? I know you hate him, but don't punish yourself in the process!"

Winona: "…"

Trying to steady her friend, Mia continued, "You're right, though—chasing after men is nothing compared to making real money. Your retirement community project is amazing. Before long, you'll be the richest woman in Greenwood City—a member of high society for sure! When that day comes, Julian won't stand a chance against you. Trust me, I'm with you all the way, and so are Grandma and Zane. We've got your back, always!"

Zane wandered out of his room and spoke up with his small but earnest voice, "Mom, you don't look pretty when you're sad. You should always be your beautiful self, no matter what."

He might be young, but Zane was sharp and sensitive—a little gentleman with a big heart. He knew that blunt words could hurt his mom, so he always chose his words carefully.