Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James)

If Sophie could just hold on for another week or two, the artists at Reeves International might crumble from sheer exhaustion. When that happened, she could swoop in and snag all their talent. "Isn't this situation pretty good as it is? I've never been one to push things to the limit, and besides, why should women make life harder for each other? If I really went that far, you'd not only have to deal with losing the bet but also face massive fines from advertisers for breaching contracts. That kind of move could ruin someone."

Sophie's casual tone made Elodie look at her in surprise. People like them never showed mercy to their enemies. But Sophie? She was worried about pushing someone too far?

"Ms. Sophie, no offense, but sometimes being kind-hearted doesn't get you anywhere," Elodie said seriously. "I've seriously thought about wiping out S Corporation."

"But I believe you can't," Sophie said confidently, making Elodie frown. She was right. Elodie couldn't do it. Not because Sophie had run S Corporation so well, but because someone powerful was backing her up.

Elodie shook her head. "Ms. Sophie, you're really lucky," she said. "You've got Colby, the perfect partner. You've got an ex-husband who can't forget you and supports you quietly. You're surrounded by friends. And you've got that person always protecting you."

"My life wasn't always easy," Sophie said softly. "But... if you're brave enough to face the world, you'll find life has endless possibilities."

Just then, the conference room door swung open. James walked in, looking worn out. Sophie glanced at the time. Only five minutes had passed. Did he fly here?

"You two keep talking, I'll wait outside," Elodie said, stepping out of the room.

Sophie turned to James. "Seems like you knew I wanted to talk to you alone."

When Elodie had called him, James was already at Burke International's doorstep. Sophie wasn't sure if she was imagining it, but James looked thinnenthan last month. Given his time in jail and hiding from the media, it made sense.

“Handing over Burke International's shares is good for you and S Corporation," James said in a heavy tone, lost in thought.

Sophie frowned. "If that's the

why did you give me the sheet r out of prison for In

the first place? Just to keep

James looked at her, opening his mouth to speak, but the words wouldn't come out. Sophie pulled out the share agreement.

"I never really wanted this. Since

you're the head of Burke

International, you decide what to do

with it," she said, placing the agreement in front of him. "I've given it back to you. Our issues aren't easy to resolve, but Jenna is my good friend, and I'm asking you not to spill what you know. I've never thought of you as a man who threatens

women."

James stared at the agreement in his hands. As Sophie started to leave, he suddenly said, "Happy honeymoon."