A Divorce He Regrets (Alissa Nexus) novel Chapter 51

Chapter 51

Perfect.

I leaned back, a smile tugging at my lips as I imagined Raina’s downfall unfolding like a beautifully orchestrated play. “Thank you,” I said, my tone suddenly sweet. “You’ve been very helpful, as always.”

I ended the call and stared out the window, my mind already racing with possibilities. “Just you wait, Raina,” I murmured, the venom in my voice surprising even me. “I’ll make you the laughingstock of society.”

The thought of her losing that carefully crafted image of perfection filled me with glee. It wasn’t enough to simply embarrass her–1 needed to destroy her, to leave her so humiliated that she wouldn’t dare show her face in public again.

As soon as I got home, I began planning. The charity event was only days away, which meant every detail had to be perfect.”

First, I called my designer and ordered a dress that would guarantee all eyes were on me. It had to be stunning, elegant, and just provocative enough to remind everyone that I was a force to be reckoned with.

“I need it ready by Friday,” I told her, my tone leaving no room fornegotiation. “No excuses.”

Next, I made a list of names. The people attending this event weren’t just high society–they were vultures, circling at the first sign of weakness. If I played my cards right, they would do half the work for me.

Let her laugh and smile while she still could. By the end of the week, her perfect world would crumble, and I would be there to watch every glorious second of it.

A day before the event, my plan began to take shape. If Raina thought she could walk into my world and take everything that was supposed to be mine, she was sorely mistaken.

The custom dress made by my designer was nothing short of perfection. A floor–length, emerald–green gown with a daring neckline and a slit that hinted at just enough to leave people guessing. The fabric shimmered under the light when I tried it on, reflecting a wealth and sophistication that would ensure all eyes were on me.

I twirled in front of the mirror, a slow smile spreading across my lips. “Just wait, Raina,” I whispered to my reflection. “You won’t know what hit you.”

The day of the charity auction arrived, and the air buzzed with anticipation. I stepped out of the car with a confidence that turned heads, the paparazzi flashing their cameras as I made my way up the steps. I didn’t care about them; they were just tools to amplify the humiliation I had planned for Raina.

Inside, the hall was stunning. Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, their light reflecting off polished marble floors. The room was filled with the city’s elite, dressed in their finest as they sipped champagne and exchanged polite, calculated smiles.

I was early, but I didn’t mind. It gave me time to position myself in the perfect spot. Somewhere I could see everything without being seen at least, not until I wanted to be.

The event didn’t truly begin until the Grahams arrived. As usual, everyone waited for them, their presence the unspoken green light to start the evening. And then, there she was.

Raina walked in on Dominic’s arm, and the sight of her laughing, radiant and poised, was enough to make my stomach churn with jealousy.

That should have been me.

That life–full of wealth, admiration, and power–was supposed to be mine. If Raina wasn’t with Alex anymore, then why did it feel like she had still won?

The memory of Vanessa’s voice flashed through my mind, her words dripping with envy: Alex is pining after Raina. It’s almost like he wants her back or something.

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I clenched my teeth, my nails digging into the stem of my champagne flute. That bitch. Even her brother couldn’t help but fall

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