The Monroe family had always made it clear to Sophie that if things ever ended with Nathan, she was welcome to return home anytime. It seemed Sophie had somehow managed to find a way to reconcile with them.
Nathan suddenly felt a wave of regret. Tribeca! Living there was a mark of success, a dream so many aspired to. If he had chosen to stay with Sophie, just held on a little longer, and married her, could he have had the opportunity to live in such a luxurious place?
But in reality, Sophie never reached out to the Monroe family. After decisively leaving their home to be with Nathan, sacrificing her career. But now, she was determined to rely on her own skills to climb back to the top of the entertainment industry. Only then could she return home with pride and apologize to her grandfather.
After ending the call with Ashley, Sophie reached for the watering can, ready to resume her gardening. But Noah, caught up in the moment, refused to let her go. He held her face gently yet firmly, his lips crashing onto hers with an intense, fiery passion.
Sophie loved kissing Noah. His tender care always made her feel cherished, and there was something irresistibly magnetic about his presence.
In a sudden, impulsive move, Sophie tossed the watering can aside. It landed among the vibrant roses blooming on the balcony. She turned to Noah, wrapping her arms tightly around him, returning his fervent kiss with equal enthusiasm. Their lips danced in harmony, a blend of warmth and excitement sparking between them.
Noah pressed her with the icey cold wall as he Trapped her in between his arms. His kisses became even more passionate
Sophie's face blushed red, as her arms uncontrollably griped onto Noah's waist
Feeling the warmth emanating from her body , his body tightening as he tried to resist
"If you resist like that. Won't it be bad for your body !"? Sophie whispered, her eyes twinkled beautifully like Stars
"What should I do !? Kiss you everyday, yet … it never seems enough" Noah reached out his hand and gently stroked Sophie's lips, "It is like a drug ones that make others completely addicted"
Sophie froze for a moment, before she took the opportunity to turn around and press Noah against the wall instead, "To me…you're the same , I am frustrated. The more I tell myself not to think about you , the more I end up thinking about you. Especially, the look on your face when you kiss me , can you still resist not having me!?"
"I can't hold on for much longer, I really wanna have a test of you"
Noah was fearly built, yet here he was being preseed against the wall as his little wife teased him
He was enjoying this , as he smiled charmingly, "A Good woman won't say such words, and a good man won't seduce his wife… and not finish things off. My wife say such words , are you blaming me for only getting halfway through our wedding night !?"
"When !?" Sophie leaned in close and whispered in his ear seductively, "…Will you go all the way !?"
Noah looked at his wife , at his usually gentle and quiet woman. It turned out , when she wanted to be provocative, she could drive a man crazy
It seemed , he had learned something new about Sophie
Noah grabbed onto Sophie's waist and pulled her against his body , so she could feel his pain, "I think about it all the time"
The two continued to be loving , while not stepping over the line
The estate guards reached out to one of the villa's maids, saying there was a visitor for Sophie.
Noah gently tidied up Sophie's tangled hair and rumpled clothes. With a playful smile, he suggested, "Why don't you head upstairs, change into something nice, and take our latest car for a spin?"
Understanding his hint, Sophie planted a grateful kiss on his cheek and replied, "Thank you, darling, for the sponsorship"
In truth, Nathan was hesitant to meet Sophie, fearing it would only deepen his sense of regret.
As he arrived at the Tribeca gates and was instructed by security to wait outside, a wave of insignificance washed over him. Suddenly, he felt like just another face in the crowd.
Ten minutes later...
A striking red Ferrari glided out of Tribeca and came to a halt right before Nathan.
Initially, Nathan didn't realize Sophie was behind the wheel. She had always avoided flaunting her wealth around him, careful not to bruise his pride.
Now, though, Sophie felt free to flaunt whatever she pleased.
With a swift motion, she let the car's rooftop slide open, turning her head coolly towards Nathan. "Why are you looking for me?" she asked with a hint of curiosity.
"Sophie!" Nathan exclaimed, stunned by the transformation before him. His heart ached as he realized how much better off Sophie seemed without him.
"Speak!" Sophie demanded, her voice icy and detached.
Nathan hesitated, then mustered his authority. "E-Style Magazine. They've already accepted the job for you, so you can't turn it down. I don't care who you are or where you come from; you're still a model for Global Pictures Entertainment, and I'm still your boss. For the company's future, I'll have the team release a statement on your behalf, explaining that we broke up long ago and that Amber isn't a mistress."
He attempted to reclaim his lost pride, wielding his position as a weapon after the sting of seeing Sophie in a limited edition sports car.
"But I've already told Ashley to turn everyone away, and I've even let everyone know I'm not feeling well."
"Sophie, do you even care about the company?" Nathan's anger flared up again, frustrated by Sophie's independent choices.
He went on, "We're not together anymore, so you can't just do as you please at Global Pictures. Remember, when you signed the contract, it clearly stated you had to follow all company decisions. Are you planning to break it?"
Sophie didn't care about breaking the contract, but she wasn't about to let Nathan gain anything from it. She wasn't foolish enough to hand him money on a silver platter.
After all, her ultimate goal was to see Nathan and Amber utterly ruined.
"As for the magazine, I've already turned them down, and there's no going back," Sophie said, taking a step back. "However, you can have the team send me the statement they've prepared. At next Wednesday's event, I'll announce it to the public myself. I'm certain that a personal announcement will have a much stronger impact than a written one, what do you think!?"
Nathan's expression softened, and he eventually nodded. "I suppose that's all we can do, but do you really want to help the company clear things up?"
"Nathan, even if you've been cold to me, I can't be cruel to you," Sophie replied earnestly. "I know Amber has been pressuring you all along."
"It better be that way!"
Nathan finished speaking, swung open his car door, and slid inside. In an instant, he vanished from Sophie's view.
He knew all too well that lingering even a moment longer would have him pleading for Sophie to take him back.
As Nathan's car disappeared down the road, Sophie stood there, a subtle smile beginning to form on her lips.
When Nathan was constantly bossing her around, how could he not see how unfair his demands were? Not only had he betrayed her, but now he was trying to manipulate her into fixing the mess between him and Amber.
Nathan, as a person, don't you feel any shame?
Reality showed that Nathan was not only shameless but also convinced that everything was unfolding just as it should.
The very next day, Global Pictures Entertainment and the event organizers issued statements, guiding the public on how to grab tickets to see Sophie.
As soon as those announcements hit the airwaves, a barrage of insults came raining down on Sophie from all directions.
The social media comments were brutal:
"Is Sophie really planning to show up at an event organized by such a sketchy brand? Is she that desperate?"
"If she goes through with this, she'll be at the same low level as the brand she's endorsing. She'll be a disgrace to models everywhere."
"I used to think she had potential in the modeling world. I must have been blind."
"After tomorrow, Sophie, just take yourself and your cheap brand out of the public eye."
"Look at all these comments; everyone is complaining. The only person who can endure all this hate and still show up with a smile is Sophie. I have to hand it to her. From now on, she's the most appalling celebrity in my book. No one can top that."
Amber sat in Nathan's office chair, scrolling through the barrage of hateful comments with a satisfied grin. She was in high spirits.
If Sophie wanted to challenge her, she should have considered her own limits first. No matter how hard Sophie tried to make a comeback, starting tomorrow, her career would be stifled once again.
The upcoming events would make the chaos from three years ago seem like a minor hiccup. When the time comes, Amber will dive headfirst into mocking Sophie. The joy she derives from making fun of Sophie is unlike anything she experiences with anyone else.
At the same time, Sophie found herself at Global Pictures Entertainment. She was attending a meeting to prepare for the big event happening the next day. The focus of the meeting was to plan out exactly what she would say during her appearance at the event.
Nathan gave Sophie the script they had worked on earlier and instructed her firmly, "Sophie, make sure you memorize this script thoroughly tonight. At tomorrow's event, it's crucial that you mention everything to the reporters. This is the main reason for your presence at the event."
As Sophie glanced at the script in her hands, it seemed almost comical to her.
- Didn't Nathan feel any embarrassment when he gave her this!? -
As they headed home, Ashley was at the wheel, and Lisa and Sophie sat in the backseat.
Lisa, clearly upset, gestured towards the script, "Is Nathan trying to ruffle my feathers!? He's willing to do anything to clear Amber's name. It's like he has no conscience. He doesn't even think twice about hurting your feelings."
Ashley glanced at Sophie through the rearview mirror, noticing her calm demeanor, as usual.
Even someone like Ashley, who had been through numerous ups and downs in the industry and understood the entertainment world inside out, found Nathan's behavior to be incredibly cold-hearted. Yet Sophie, who was the complete opposite of his ruthlessness, showed no trace of emotion on her face.
Ashley looked at Sophie with a hint of curiosity and asked, "Sophie, what should I get ready for tomorrow?" She added, "I've completed everything you wanted. All the proof is gathered, and I've even got a recording of Amber plotting against you, trying to stop you from landing any jobs."
Sophie replied with determination, "Tomorrow, I'm going to use the attention I'll get to make a big announcement: I'm officially returning to the scene." Her voice was firm as she looked at both of them. "I have full faith in Lisa, but as for you, Ashley..."
Ashley quickly replied, "You don't need to explain, Sophie. I'm with you all the way. I've been in this industry for ages, and sometimes I lose sight of things. But you've shown me the right path." Her excitement was clear as she geared up for the challenge ahead.
Sophie, with a determined look, continued, "Take all the evidence and offer it to the biggest media companies as headline stories." Her voice was firm and unwavering. "In the past, they were just minor nuisances, and I was too soft on them. But from now on, they'll face my most intense form of revenge."
Lisa couldn't contain her excitement and almost leaped from her chair with a joyful "YES!"
Hearing Sophie's words, Ashley felt a surge of passion and determination light up within her.
After everything Sophie had endured—being betrayed, humiliated, and trampled on—anyone, especially women who saw this, would feel a sense of outrage.
Thankfully, Sophie's plan for revenge was to rise above and outsmart the two who wronged her. This approach was not only clever but also deeply satisfying, leaving Ashley and Lisa feeling inspired and invigorated.