Thorns Grow After Betrayal (Celeste and Chester)

As the wife of the Fordham family at the pinnacle of Portside City's elite, Celestine Selwyn and her husband Chester Fordham maintained a lukewarm but respectful marriage. For three years, she traveled between Oceanview City and Portside City, hoping to one day win over Chester and their two children. Yet what awaited her was Chester's devoted care for another woman. She watched as Chester held their children's hands, praying for that woman's well-being, casting aside all promises he'd made to her.

Eventually, Celestine gave up. She filed for divorce without hesitation, leaving her family behind. With graceful elegance, she moved effortlessly among Oceanview City's wealthy elite. Even the city's most eligible heir fell for her charm, and his marriage proposal trended across Oceanview media.

But Chester regretted his choices. That night, he cornered her against the wall, eyes reddened, and growled, "Celestine, we're still married. Do you really think I'd allow another man's proposal?"