In her previous life, Kimberly endured the betrayal of her husband, the cruel machinations of an evil woman, and the endless tyranny of her in-laws. It culminated in the bankruptcy of her family, and ultimately, her death. After being reborn, she resolved to seek retribution against those who had wronged her, and ensure her family's prosperity. To her shock, the most unattainable man from her past suddenly set his sights on her. "You may have overlooked me before, but I shall capture your heart this time around."
"From Urgent News Flash, there was a rear-end collision on Highway 257. A drunk truck driver collided with a taxi in front, causing it to flip over. The extent of injuries is not yet known, but witnesses say a pregnant woman about to give birth was inside."
The sounds of sirens, screams, and traffic were deafening.
The noise battered Kimberly Holden's ears, and the air reeked of blood.
Barely conscious, she managed to grab her phone and dialed a number.
Just as the call was about to drop, someone picked up.
A familiar female voice responded, "Kimberly, Declan is in the shower and can't come to the phone. What's the matter? Is it urgent?"
At that moment, Kimberly's heart sank.
It was Valerie Walsh! Of course!
Always Valerie, the beloved adopted sister Declan Walsh had grown up with, the one who made him neglect her, block her number, even on her due date.
With her eyes closed, Kimberly felt a warm stream beneath her, signaling the life inside her fading. Despite her agony, she begged, "Help me... Highway 257... Save my child..." Her words were hard to speak.
The sudden accident had knocked down the barriers on both sides, completely blocking the highway. Cars couldn't go forward or backward, and rescue vehicles were trapped outside.
The process of deploying a helicopter was too complicated. However, Kimberly knew that the Walsh family owned a private chopper. If Declan could send it over right away, there was still a chance for hope.
"I'm sorry, Kimberly. Declan is busy with my birthday preparations today and can't address this," said the voice, sounding naive yet harsh.
Then the line went dead.
Kimberly fell to the ground, the smell of gasoline urging her to escape before an explosion.
But she felt a sudden acceptance of her fate.
In her last moments, she thought about her twenty-five years, half spent loving a man who didn't love her back.
From the spoiled heiress of the Holden family, she had become a disgraced figure, publicly embarrassed.
She had gambled everything of the Holden family's property, yet failed to gain even a shred of Declan's genuine love.
She was exhausted and had lost the will to love him again.
This life taught her about poor judgments, and she promised herself not to make the same errors in another life.
"Mrs. Walsh, are you really going to wear this pink couture dress to the charity auction tonight? Even though Mr. Walsh..." Maggie, the housekeeper, paused, then gently continued, "This short dress seems too casual. Maybe choose something different?"
After her suggestion, she watched anxiously for the woman's reaction in the mirror.
Having worked for the Walsh family for many years, Maggie understood Kimberly's deep love for Declan. To win his approval, Kimberly carefully matched her lifestyle to his preferences.
Kimberly looked at the familiar reflection, her heart racing.
Wasn't she supposed to be dead? Wasn't the charity auction three years ago? Could it be that... she had been reborn?
"Mrs. Walsh?"
Maggie's pressing voice snapped Kimberly back to reality.
"Mr. Walsh will be here to pick you up in an hour. You should get ready! How about this white dress? It's more elegant..."
Kimberly's eyes sparkled, and a subtle smile appeared on her lips.
This auction was organized by the most mysterious and ancient family in Javille, the Howard family. On the surface, it seemed like a high-society event, but in truth, it was a way for families to showcase themselves to the Howards.
The Howards placed a high value on family unity, which was why Declan needed to bring her.
Previously, she had been jealous of Valerie for capturing all of Declan's attention. To win him over, she had mimicked Valerie in every way.
Her careful efforts to please him only made him resent her more.
At this charity auction, Declan had taken her emerald necklace without her permission to impress Valerie, allowing the latter to flaunt it at the event.
When Kimberly attempted to take back the necklace, Declan accused her of being jealous, turning her into a mockery among the elite.
Given another shot at life, she vowed to recover everything that was hers!
Reflecting on her past experiences, Kimberly stated calmly, "I plan to wear the made-to-order beige dress. It will complement my emerald necklace beautifully."
After years of imitating Valerie, she almost lost sight of her true identity as a dignified lady of the Holden family, brought up with rigid discipline.
It had been foolish of her to vie with an adopted member of a merely affluent family.
Maggie said worriedly, "But Mr. Walsh usually doesn't favor such formal outfits, and the emerald necklace, a gift from your grandmother, wasn't even worn at your wedding. Isn't it a bit too grand for an auction?"
"I'll fetch the necklace. You sort out the dress," Kimberly commanded as she rose, disregarding Maggie's worries. "And clear out all the dresses in the wardrobe. We're replacing them with new ones."
Maggie looked on in astonishment as Kimberly headed towards the inner room, paused briefly, but then carried out the orders.
Instead of waiting for Declan to pick her up, Kimberly took a Lamborghini from the garage and drove directly to the event.
The charity auction was hosted at a private estate by the water.
Under the setting sun, Kimberly looked stunning in her custom-made beige dress.
The tailored fit showcased her elegant figure, and her sleek, modern hairstyle paired with refined makeup enhanced her allure.
As she handed her car keys to the valet, her phone rang. The caller ID displayed "Declan" over and over.
Kimberly scoffed, and upon answering, an angry voice blasted from the other end. "Who authorized you to take the emerald necklace?"
Chapter 1 Betrayal
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Chapter 2 The Charity Auction
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Chapter 3 The Adopted Sister
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Chapter 4 Lose Face At The Auction
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Chapter 5 Want To Cooperate With The Howard Family
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Chapter 6 My Name Is Chris Howard
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Chapter 7 Our People Are Your People
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Chapter 8 Your Loyalty Is As Unwavering As A Dog
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Chapter 9 You'll Never Escape Me!
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Chapter 10 Chris Stopped The Car
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Chapter 11 Valerie's Seduction
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Chapter 12 Hurting The Penis
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Chapter 13 Kimberly, How Dare You!
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Chapter 14 Don't Mind Her
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Chapter 15 Getting Your Attention
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Chapter 16 The Neighbor
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Chapter 17 Be Good
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Chapter 18 Wants To Marry Her
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Chapter 19 Chris' Concern For Kimberly
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Chapter 20 The Milk
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Chapter 21 Perfumer
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Chapter 22 I Support You
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Chapter 23 Kimberly Had Endured Much In Her Marriage
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Chapter 24 How Dare You Lecture Me
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Chapter 25 Done With Him And Want Out
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Chapter 26 Return The Money
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Chapter 27 The So-called Family Heirloom
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Chapter 28 Beg For Mercy
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Chapter 29 Drag Her To Hell With Him
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Chapter 30 Cancel The Supplementary Band Card
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Chapter 31 He Has Been Hospitalized Again
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Chapter 32 Has He Realized His Mistake
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Chapter 33 At Least I Have A Decent Appearance
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Chapter 34 Is This An Invitation To Touch
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Chapter 35 Kneel And Beg
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Chapter 36 Who Are You Calling Leftover
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Chapter 37 Are You Softened
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Chapter 38 A Blemish On The Walsh Family
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Chapter 39 Keep Her Chaste Until Our Wedding Night
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Chapter 40 How Do You Plan To Take Responsibility
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