My Husband Punished Me for Betrayal I Never Committed

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On Valentines Day, Vespera Habsburg received a gift from her husband, an intimate photo at a bar, showing Draven Vaughn with their daughter and another woman.

By the time Vespera arrived, her daughter had been forced by Brielle Luxembourg to drink an entire bottle of liquor, her whole body trembling.

Draven, however, was still holding that culprit and laughed loudly.

Countless mocking looks turned toward Vespera, waiting for her madness.

Vespera tightly hugged her trembling daughter, her eyes red as she stared coldly at the man in front of her.

She wished she could destroy Brielle and Draven apart, but she was concerned about her daughters condition.

Once Vespera took her daughter to the hospital for treatment, Draven finally changed into a suit and then slowly stepped closer.

His face was full of sadness.

Vespera, Brielle didnt mean to do it. I also never thought this kind of situation would happen. I can compensate for it with a villa in the west suburbs, and Brielle will never show up in front of Amethyst again.

After speaking, he passed over a document.

Vespera felt empty in her heart. She first thought that, despite her unhappy marriage with Draven, he was still a responsible father.

Yet she didnt expect he would actually watch helplessly as their daughter being forced to drink alcohol!

Vespera no longer wanted to endure it, yet she still signed her name.

She first thought this was Dravens belated regret until she heard his conversation with the doctor at the corner of the hospital.

Doctor, for patient 903, abandon resuscitation. When the time arrives, simply go in and casually provide an oxygen.

Draven's voice turned too cold.

But President Vaughn, without resuscitation, Miss Amethyst may have sequelae. Her brain could be damaged, the doctor said nervously.

Draven said impatiently, Even if she dies, it has nothing to do with me. She isnt even my daughter anyway, just the result of Vespera messing around with another man. I already made Vespera sign the letter of understanding. Brielle wont face any trouble.

Vespera should have exploded in anger, yet she showed a calm smile.

From the moment Draven said those words, Vespera realized that her marriage with Draven had no chance to go on.

At that moment, Vesperas phone rang.

The calendar reminded her that the agreement signed seven years earlier had become invalid right then.

She touched the divorce document she had prepared for seven years inside her bag, then decisively turned around and entered the ward.

Mrs. Vaughn because she was sent to the hospital too late, the young ladys brain has already suffered damage. Im afraid in the future The doctors voice was slightly nervous.

Hearing this, Vespera felt sharp pain in her heart and stumbled back a few steps.

Because of her wishful thinking, she failed to keep her daughter away from Draven, which caused this result.

Maam, the news about Mr. Vaughn and Miss Luxembourg has broken out again. Do we need to suppress it like usual?

Dravens assistant stormed into the ward, showing respect on the surface while holding dislike toward Vespera.

If it were before, Vespera would have spared no effort to suppress the news.

In order to be a qualified Mrs. Vaughn, she had handled such news countless times.

To repay the kindness of Octavian Vaughn for saving her own father, Vespera signed the agreement and became the chain that bound Draven.

But after Casimir Habsburg was rescued, he got into another car accident, leaving him in a coma.

All these years, to repay Octavians kindness and cover her fathers medical expenses, Vespera endured Dravens abuse.

She put on the identity of Mrs. Vaughn. No matter how Draven tried to provoke her, Vespera always stayed calm.

Even if her heart was in pain, she would still perfectly fulfill Mrs. Vaughns duties.

And Dravens reason for mistreating her was very simple.

Octavian forced Draven to marry Vespera, believing she could make him settle down.

Vespera also knew this was unfair to Draven and treated him with great care.

Draven slowly developed feelings for Vespera.

However, right before the wedding, Dravens first love was kidnapped and tortured until she died.

All the evidence pointed to Vespera, and Draven came to hate her with all his heart.

No matter how much Vespera explained, Draven refused to believe her.

On their wedding day, he even found a woman identical to his first love and let her lie on the bed that was originally meant for them.

Vespera shouted, argued wildly with Draven, and even suggested divorce.

But in the end, she lost to reality.

With that, Vespera compromised. She put on the identity of Mrs. Vaughn and focused only on her daughter.

But now, the agreement period had already ended, and she no longer needed to go against her heart.

Thinking of this, she said coldly, Dravens affairs have nothing to do with me. Whether you suppress it or stir it up, it has nothing to do with me.

As soon as she finished speaking, the ward door was suddenly pushed open, and Brielles playful laugh drifted in.

Brother Draven, I said I needed to come say sorry. Look, Vespera is upset.

Vespera suddenly looked up. She never thought Brielle would dare appear so boldly in her daughters hospital room.

Seeing her daughters reddened face and remembering how Draven had just coldly told the doctor to give up resuscitation, Vespera immediately stood up.

What are you doing here? Get out of here right now!

Draven laughed dismissively.

Why arent you keeping up that Mrs. Vaughn posture anymore? Why didnt you suppress the news about Brielle and me this time? Havent I compensated you? Are you still dissatisfied?

While speaking, he pulled Brielle into his arms and kissed her deeply.

Vespera quickly moved to stand in front of her daughter, fearing she might suddenly see this scene.

Brielle pretended to be shy and softly punched Dravens chest, smiling as she spoke, Brother Draven, how could you behave like this in front of them? Even if Amethyst might never wake up, letting Vespera see this still makes me shy.

Hearing this, Vesperas gaze grew cold.

Brielle, that culprit, still dared to curse her daughter in front of her!

Vespera could no longer bear it. After confirming that her daughter was still unconscious, she immediately moved, hurried in front of Brielle, and slapped her hard across the face.

Brielle, do you really think that with Draven supporting you, I cant do anything to you? Get out of here!

Brielle never expected Vespera to actually hit her. Covering her red, swollen cheek, she looked at Brielle with tearful eyes.

Vespera didnt hesitate to grab Brielles arms, wanting to push her out of the ward.

Brielle instead followed her force, cried out, and fell downward.

Draven was mad. He dragged Brielle into his arms, completely disregarding Vespera as he knocked her heavily to the floor.

Vesperas waist slammed against the sharp corner of the hospital bed. She groaned while blood soaked into her white dress.

Draven didnt even look at her injury and shouted, For a bastard child, you actually dared to hit Brielle. Youre completely insane!

Amethyst is not a bastard! Vespera shouted.

Draven scoffed. I didnt come back that night at all. You were drugged, and shortly after, you became pregnant. You still want to blame this bastard on me?

Vesperas eyes were red as she looked at the two people before her.

Ive said it already, you can look at the paternity test. You can arrange one yourself, too. Why havent you done it?

Brielle smiled mockingly. Of course, Brother Draven already did the paternity test. Amethyst is nothing but a bastard. Draven is far too kind; he didnt expose you before his parents and even allowed you to remain Mrs. Vaughn.

Vespera tugged at her lips. Even if Draven didnt reveal the so-called paternity test to Octavian and Lavinia Vaughn, it had nothing to do with loving her.

It was only to keep her close and torment her.

And that paternity test was fake, because Amethyst was Dravens biological daughter!

Back then, Draven drugged Vespera after Brielle provoked him with a few words.

He even pushed another man into her room, simply because Brielle wanted to see if Vespera could still defend her innocence.

They even made a bet right in front of her.

If Vespera had not fought with all her strength, that man would have already succeeded.

And Draven, as if it were normal, hugged Brielle and turned to head to the bar.

That night, he came back drunk and had a night of passion with Vespera, who had been locked in the room and was still under the effects of the drugs.

The following day, Draven remembered nothing about it.

With Brielle influencing him, he became convinced that Vespera was not pregnant with his child.

It was from then on that Vespera had Amethyst, and she stopped reacting the way she once had, no longer losing control over Dravens behavior.

She officially became Mrs. Vaughn.

Regaining her composure, Vespera looked at the cold Draven before her and understood that no matter how much she explained, he would never believe her.

She suppressed every emotion, looked at them calmly, and took out the prepared divorce papers from her bag.

Draven, I dont want anything to do with your affairs anymore. Sign it.

Looking at Vesperas expression, calm like still water, Dravens heart trembled for a moment.

As if trying to hide something, he immediately tore up the divorce agreement she handed over and shouted angrily, Vespera! You still havent paid for your sins. You want a divorce? Keep dreaming!

Looking into Dravens angry eyes, Vespera found the situation absurd.

She had already suffered under Draven for so many years. Her dignity, body, and emotions had all been damaged beyond repair.

And Draven had never believed a single word she said, blindly blaming everything on her.

Vespera felt like a prisoner sentenced to a lifetime imprisonment by Draven.

For a brief moment, she felt a bit discouraged.

Brielle, at the side, revealed jealousy and hatred in her eyes upon hearing Dravens words.

She had long wanted to take the position Mrs. Vaughn, but because Draven wouldnt agree to a divorce, everything fell apart.

Brielle looked at Vespera with bitter eyes and forced a fake smile.

Brother Draven, Vespera loves you so much that she wont even let me stay near you. How could she truly want a divorce? This is likely just another move to draw your attention.

Understanding appeared in Dravens eyes, and the corner of his mouth curved into a smile.

Brielle reached out and grabbed Vesperas hand, her nails pressed deep into her arm, yet her face still held a fake smile.

Vespera, if you keep using this kind of method, you wont live long. Maybe Amethyst hasnt woken up because of you.

Vesperas eyes widened. She forcefully shook off Brielles hand and raised her arm, wanting to slap her.

The next moment, Draven caught her arm and pushed her away without restraint.

He shielded Brielle behind him, looking at Vespera with disgust.

You still dare to hit Brielle right in front of me?! Which word did she say was wrong?

Vespera only pressed her wound and stayed silent.

Seeing how calm she looked, the panic in Dravens chest rushed back again.

He felt the urge to say something.

But Brielle, in his arms, suddenly cried out in pain, looking at him with that familiar face and pleading.

Draven instantly forgot everything else.

He picked up Brielle and turned to leave, never once looking back at Vespera.

Watching Dravens determined back, Vespera lowered her gaze.

She stood up and pulled out her phone to call Octavian.

Dad, the agreement we signed seven years ago has reached its end.

On the other side of the phone, Octavian went quiet for a short while before letting out a heavy breath.

It was Draven who failed you. I will settle this matter within one week. I will have half of Dravens assets transferred to you and consider it as compensation.

After discussing things with Octavian, Vespera went back to the villa.

As long as one more week went by, she could take her daughter and leave Draven.

For the first time in seven years, Vespera felt relaxed.

She packed up everything in the room, tossing all the few keepsakes Draven had once given her, things she had always treasured, into the trash bin.

And those costly pieces of jewelry, every single one of them was proof of Draven shaming her.

Each time Draven was with another woman outside and slept with her once, when he came home, he would hand Vespera another piece of jewelry.

Draven would even demand that Vespera wear those pieces of jewelry when attending important events.

Outsiders only saw how much Draven spoiled his wife.

Only Vespera knew that every time she put them on, it was a quiet humiliation to her.

Thinking about this, Vespera contacted a merchant who recycled jewelry.

Those past humiliations would soon turn into money, warming the future days of her and her daughter.

Right at that moment, Draven suddenly called. Vesperas fingers slipped, and she answered directly.

Draven and Brielles tangled bodies appeared in front of Vespera.

Brielles moans, Dravens heavy breaths, all mixed together, made Vespera feel deeply sick.

In the past, she would have already been unable to stand it, ending the video call and even thinking about this matter again and again.

But now, she simply set the phone aside and muted it, continuing to organize her things.

On the other side of the video call, seeing that Vespera showed no reaction at all, Draven felt awkward and angry, his movements growing more forceful.

The Brielle beneath him moaned even louder, but Vesperas side stayed, had no reaction at all.

Draven angrily ended the video call and called again.

Vespera, you actually dare to block my video call? Do you still want your fathers medical expenses paid?

Vespera stayed silent. Draven took it as if she was backing down, mocking as he spoke, Im in Holston, room 888. Bring me a box of condoms, or dont blame me if Brielle ends up pregnant.

After saying that, he immediately ended the call.

If this had been before, Vespera would have been easily pushed into losing control by Draven.

But now, she calmly placed a delivery request on her phone.

Not long after, the second-hand dealer replied.

Looking at the amount on it, Vespera finally smiled.

Draven didnt come back home the whole night.

The next day, when news kept showing up on her phone about Draven meeting Brielle late at night, Vespera chose to ignore all of it.

Today was the day she and Draven had agreed on, once every month, to go see Casimir.

In the past, no matter how badly she and Draven argued, he would still keep this appointment.

It was exactly because of this that Vespera had always kept some hope for their marriage.

But today, she waited on the couch in the living room until the sun set, and Draven still did not appear.

Vespera quietly lowered her head, picked up her phone, and the moment she unlocked it, a Facebook post from Brielle showed up right in front of her.

[Someone said today he would take me out to unwind, and he even bought me more than a dozen sets of jewelry.]

Along with it was an intimate photo of Brielle and Draven pressed tightly together, and in the second photo, the jewelry looked painfully familiar, exactly the same pieces Vespera had sold yesterday, only now they were brand new.

In an instant, Vespera understood everything.

Draven already knew she had sold the jewelry and used this move to pressure her, or more plainly, to make her give in.

Unfortunately, Draven misjudged her. She no longer cared about the title of Mrs. Vaughn.

Whatever Draven planned to do was fine. She no longer cared.

Vespera turned around and went to her fathers hospital ward. Looking at her father sleeping there, and thinking about her daughter who was still unconscious, she finally could not hold back her tears.

At that moment, Vesperas phone suddenly rang. It was a voice recording sent by Brielle.

At first, Vespera thought Brielle was trying to upset her again by sending those intimate recordings.

She did not want her father to hear such unpleasant sounds, so she reached out to delete it right away.

Unexpectedly, her finger slipped, and the recording started playing.

Brielles sweet, sticky voice echoed through the ward.

Brother Draven, you once said Vesperas father was put into a coma by people you arranged. Was it really just because I got slapped once by Vespera?

Vespera suddenly opened her eyes wide, unable to accept what she had just heard.

Dravens indulgent voice came through. Of course. Vespera dared to lay hands on you, so I made her father pay the price. This is the sins she needed to make up for. Vespera deserves to rot at the bottom.

Hearing this, big tears rolled down Vesperas face.

The slap she gave Brielle happened when Draven first brought her back.

Brielle and Draven were cheating on the marital bed that once belonged to Vespera.

Vespera truly could not take it anymore, which was why she slapped Brielle.

Over just that slap, Draven had someone put her father into a coma?

At that moment, Vespera felt everything was painfully absurd.

She married Draven to return Octavians kindness.

But because of Draven, her father suffered an even worse disaster.

Vespera tightly held her phone, saved the voice message sent by Brielle, and then sent a message.

[Help me find out who Draven contacted before and after my fathers accident back then.]

The person on the other side quickly agreed. Vesperas eyes hardened.

She wouldnt let Draven or Brielle escape. She would dig up every piece of evidence and send these two people straight to hell!

The following day, as usual, Draven sent over a set of jewelry as an apology.

Vespera didnt even glance at it and contacted the merchant again.

Draven seemed to see her action as a challenge.

He stopped returning home and instead openly traveled around with Brielle, causing endless rumor-filled scandals.

By now, everyone online knew Vespera was no longer favored, and that Mrs. Vaughns position would soon be replaced.

Under the news were countless sighing comments from netizens.

[I used to think President Vaughn truly loved his wife; otherwise, why would he give her so much jewelry? But in the end, it still could not beat something new.]

[I have a friend who works near President Vaughn, who told me that on the very day he married Mrs. Vaughn, President Vaughn already brought this mistress home, and it was said they even slept on Mrs. Vaughns wedding bed.]

The very next moment, the official Vaughn Corporation account replied under that comment.

[Please discuss responsibly and do not post comments casually. Miss Luxembourg is not a mistress. She is President Vaughns only love.]

Seeing that reply, Vespera froze for a short moment.

All these years, no matter how others shamed her, Draven had never defended herself in front of outsiders.

Now, netizens were simply saying what was true, and Draven couldnt wait to step forward, even using the official Vaughn Corporation account.

Vespera closed her phone and stopped reading those comments.

Three days later was the Vaughn Corporation annual meeting. Octavian asked her to attend this annual meeting before leaving.

No matter what Draven was, she would soon be free.

However, on the day of the annual meeting, under the bright lights, Draven openly brought Brielle in!

Vespera stood stunned in place, while Brielle linked her arm through Dravens and walked ahead with a smile.

Vespera, I told Brother Draven that I wanted to see more of the world, so he brought me here. Dont blame him. After all, I will often come to events like this in the future.

She smiled with clear meaning, and Vesperas face darkened at once.

And Draven stayed beside Brielle, shielding her, as if none of this concerned him at all.

Teasing looks from the crowd struck Vespera like needles.

In that moment, Vespera pressed her nails into her palm, forcing herself to stay calm.

She turned to walk away, but Brielle grabbed her arm.

Under the lights, Brielles smile looked painfully eye-catching.

Vespera, youre not upset with me, are you? Ill toast you a drink. Calm down.

While speaking, she forcefully pushed a wine glass toward Vesperas mouth.

Let go! Vesperas face showed clear anger.

During the struggle, Brielle directly poured the whole glass of wine over Vespera.

The deep red liquid quickly soaked her dress, making her look extremely pitiful.

Vesperas eyes reddened. She immediately lifted her arm and slapped Brielle hard across the face, shouting angrily, You did this on purpose! Security, drag her out!

Vaughn Corporations security immediately rushed over and tightly surrounded Brielle.

At that moment, Draven pulled Brielle behind him and stared coldly at Vespera.

You dont have the authority to throw her out! Brielle is my date tonight. The one who should leave is you!

In an instant, the whole hall burst into noise.

Vespera stood there, humiliated, enduring Brielles challenging stare and the crowds mocking looks.

She felt as if she were naked, her pride and body completely stepped on by Draven.

The Vaughn Corporations security guards turned toward Vespera, getting ready to force her out of the annual meeting.

Stop!

Right then, Octavian rushed over and stopped the security.

He faced Vespera with a guilty expression. Vespera, this is Dravens fault. Ill give him a good lesson. You should go backstage first and change your clothes.

After speaking, he asked someone to guide Vespera backstage, while he himself turned around and stared angrily at Draven.

Vespera didnt glance at Draven even once, only followed the people beside her with deep exhaustion, and changed into a white formal dress.

When she came out again, the instant Draven saw her, his eyes immediately reddened, and he shouted in anger, Vespera! You lunatic!

Right after those words came out, Draven slapped Vespera hard across the face, knocking her whole body down onto the floor.

Vespera covered her swollen, red cheek, not even having time to react to what had happened.

How dare you put on Violettas clothes? That outfit is what she wore the first day she met me. Do you really want to ruin my only memory? You heartless, crazy woman!

Draven gritted his teeth, wishing he could immediately tear off Vesperas dress.

Brielle, standing close by, looked at Vesperas painful condition, and a moment of quiet satisfaction passed through her eyes.

She traded a look with the woman who had earlier brought Vespera to change clothes, and nodded.

Vespera quickly realized what was going on.

She pointed at Brielle in extreme anger. It is her! She is the one who had someone set me up

Before she could finish speaking, Draven interrupted, his face full of disgust.

Enough! You even want to push the blame onto Brielle? She knows nothing at all about Violetta!

I already spared you earlier because of Dad, but you keep provoking me. It looks like I no longer need to be kind to you.

After he said that, he waved his hand behind him.

Men, strip the outfit off her body! Make sure the dress stays fully undamaged. As for Vespera, handle her however you like!

Vespera stared at him in shock. Draven, are you insane? I am your wife. This is the Vaughn Corporations annual meeting. You want me here naked?

Draven didnt even look at her, only shouted impatiently, Hurry up!

The bodyguards who had been hesitating rushed forward right away.

Vespera struggled desperately, yet she was unable to break free from the arms and legs that were forcing her down.

She looked at Draven hopelessly, her voice broken as she yelled, Draven! I told you it was not me. Tell them to stop, or I will hate you for the rest of my life!

Draven stopped for a moment, then seemed to remember something and replied coldly, Whatever.

Upon saying this, the bodyguards worked even faster.

Vespera helplessly looked to those around her for help, but received only avoiding eyes and mocking looks.

Brielle watched everything happening in front of her with intense excitement, quietly shaping words toward Vespera.

You lost. He wont believe you.

In the end, Vespera was stripped naked and pushed out of the annual meeting venue.

She curled up her body, trying to find some fabric to hide herself.

But she realized that her phone was broken during the struggle.

She could only wear the remaining underwear, shaking in the cold wind as she walked three kilometers back to the villa.

When Vespera reached home and got a new phone, she found that the internet was covered with leaked pictures of her.

Many people mocked her for having strange fetishes, saying Dravens betrayal had driven her mentally unstable.

And everything that took place at the annual meeting was fully blocked by Draven, leaving only the best photos of him and Brielle.

Vespera shook as she shut off her phone, wrapping herself in the blanket while tears kept falling.

When she woke later and went downstairs, she saw Draven tossing a stack of very familiar pictures into the fire.

The second she clearly saw what the pictures were, she suddenly ran forward, ignoring the heat and trying to grab them, but she was strongly stopped by Draven.

Draven, are you out of your mind? Why are you burning pictures of my mom?

Vespera shouted with all her strength.

The pictures that Draven tossed into the fire were the last few images of Vesperas mother still left in the world.

They even included family photos of the three of them, from childhood to adulthood.

After Draven burned them, the only things she had to remember her mother were completely gone.

Draven kept stopping Vespera until the pictures were fully burned into ashes, and only then did he let go.

Staring at the ashes on the floor, Vespera collapsed to the ground, tears pouring out and soaking the carpet.

Draven only watched her coldly and mocked, You ruined the keepsake from the first time I met Violetta, so I burned your mothers pictures. That is very fair.

That was not fair at all!

Vespera wanted to shout, wanted to cry out, wanted to tell him everything Brielle had done.

Yet when she saw the mocking look on Dravens face, she only tightly closed her eyes.

She understood that no matter what she said, Draven would never trust her.

Finding her response boring, Draven walked away after tossing out one last line.

I am more generous than you are. New jewelry will be delivered to you later. You can keep selling it to help pay for your fathers hospital bills.

Even after Dravens footsteps slowly disappeared, his mocking voice still echoed inside Vesperas head.

She gathered the ashes, set them inside a small box, and stayed awake through the entire night.

When the day came to go back to the old house, Vespera took the lesson from the annual meeting and didnt wait for Draven again.

Instead, she went to the old house by herself.

Not long after Vespera arrived, the familiar sound of a car engine was heard.

Listening to two different sets of footsteps coming inside, Vespera didnt need to turn around to know that Draven had brought Brielle with him.

Dravens expression was the same as always, and when he greeted Octavian, he didnt seem to think anything was wrong at all.

They were clearly husband and wife, yet he didnt even look at Vespera.

Octavian was angry and pointed at Brielle as he said, Today is the family gathering at the old house. Why did you bring this woman here? How do you expect people to see Vespera and Amethyst now?

Draven glanced at Vespera, and when he saw that she showed no reaction at all, irritation rose in his heart. He raised his voice and replied, You are the one who forced me to marry Vespera. The woman I truly like has always been Brielle! And besides

He pulled up a smile, took out a sheet of paper, and placed it in front of Octavian.

Brielle is carrying my child. She has more qualifications than anyone else to stand here, he said, each word clearly, while his eyes also moved toward Vespera as he spoke.

Octavian widened his eyes, yet he still carefully accepted the report from Dravens hand.

After confirming it was real, he looked at Vespera with a complicated expression, sighed, and silently agreed to let Brielle remain.

Extreme joy instantly appeared on Brielles face.

Vespera endured the burning ache in her eyes and forced all her feelings down.

Seeing that Vespera still showed no response, Draven grew even more upset. He ground his teeth, pulled out a ring, and slid it onto Brielles finger.

He turned toward Vespera on purpose and intentionally spoke out loud, Brielle, this ring stands for the role of Mrs. Vaughn. From today on, no one is allowed to act out of line in front of you.

Vespera stiffened and finally lifted her head to look.

The ring on Brielles finger was the special sign passed down in the Vaughn family for a hundred years, traditionally meant only for Mrs. Vaughn.

After seven years of marriage, she had never once truly seen this ring, yet now it was worn so easily on Brielles hand.

The bitterness in her eyes could no longer be held inside. Vespera rose from her seat and forced back the tears that were about to spill.

Dad, Im a bit uncomfortable. Ill go upstairs first.

After saying this, she rushed upstairs without waiting for Octavian to reply.

Watching Vesperas back, Draven suddenly felt uneasy for a brief moment.

But he quickly controlled his emotions.

A woman like Vespera would do anything to marry him; how could she truly choose to leave?

With that thought, his heart quickly calmed.

Octavian looked straight at him and placed a document into his hand.

Draven was still caught up in the feelings from before, and with no suspicion toward his father, he signed it straight away without looking.

Octavian sighed and shook his head.

Before Vespera left, Octavian passed the document to her behind Dravens back and said with deep guilt, Vespera, Im sorry. Maybe I should not have allowed you to marry Draven back then. If I had not, things wouldnt have ended up like this.

Vespera accepted the document, and a relaxed smile finally showed on her face.

Dad, back then, none of us knew things would turn out this way. Its not your fault.

After saying that, she placed the signed divorce agreement into her bag and walked out of the old house with relaxed steps.

Octavian watched Vesperas retreating figure, and, for some reason, sensed that Draven would deeply regret it.

After Vespera returned to the villa, she gathered all her belongings and moved her father to the place that had already been set up earlier.

The doctor told her that in two days, her daughter would wake up, and for now, it was better not to move her around.

Vespera, who had planned to leave that same day, could only lie low again.

Still, the next day, Brielle showed up alone in front of her.

She exaggeratedly supported her barely visible belly, her face full of pride.

Vespera, I will give you one day to move out of here. Brother Draven rewarded me for getting pregnant with his child and already transferred this villa under my name. Now, I am the female owner here.

Vespera stood up and looked coldly at Brielle, whose face was full of challenge, and mocked, When he transferred this villa into your name, did he get my consent? As long as I dont agree, that transfer contract will never take effect.

She looked at Brielle and said each word clearly, After all, Im still Dravens legal wife.

Brielle immediately turned red with anger. She jumped to her feet, charged toward Vespera, and raised her hand to slap her.

What are you acting so proud for? Brother Draven will divorce you sooner or later. The one he loves is me!

You dont know, do you? Back then, your father was the one Brother Draven ran over and left in a coma. If I hadnt shown kindness and let you off, your father would have been dead long ago!

Now that I think about it, your father and that bastard you gave birth to should all just die!

Her face was full of hate, and when she spoke about Draven hurting Vesperas father, the look on her face turned pleased again.

Vespera stopped the hand coming at her, and after hearing those words, she suddenly shoved Brielle hard onto the floor.

Brielle screamed in pain and quickly grabbed her injured hand.

Vespera looked at her reaction, frowned, and spoke firmly, Brielle, youre not pregnant at all.

If Brielle were truly pregnant, no matter what happened, her first reaction would have been to protect her belly.

But earlier, she didnt even look at her own belly.

Brielle froze for a moment, then slowly got up from the floor, lifted her hand to brush through her hair, and mocked, Yes, Im not pregnant. So what? You want to go tell Draven? He wont believe you. He doesnt care about you at all. Even the bastard you gave birth to could easily choose not to save.

After hearing this, Vespera clenched her hand hard, her face full of hatred.

Seizing the moment when Vespera was stunned, Brielle caught her hand and directly fell toward the staircase beside them!

Vespera was immediately scared. Brielle! What are you exactly trying to do?

Brielle softly laughed, showing no fear of the pain that was about to happen.

Vespera, you blocked my way, and your bastard child also blocked the path of my future baby. Now you push me down the stairs, and I lose the baby, guess whether that child of yours still lying in the hospital will be killed by Brother Draven?

She laughed madly after saying that.

With a loud crash, both of them fell heavily to the ground.

Even though the stairs were not high, Vespera still groaned in pain.

She clearly heard the sound of bones breaking inside her body.

On the other hand, Brielle, because Vespera took part in the fall for her, did not suffer serious harm.

The next moment, she rolled to the side and cried out in pain.

Urgent footsteps suddenly sounded from the villa entrance.

The anger on Dravens face suddenly stiffened, and a brief hint of doubt passed through his eyes.

Brielle, held in his arms, turned pale; her eyes became even more hateful

She reached a hand to her thigh and, while Draven was not paying attention, squeezed down hard.

Immediately, blood flowed out from beneath her body.

Brother Draven! Hurry and take me to the hospital, I

Before she could finish speaking, Brielle fainted to the floor.

Dravens face changed to panic. He didnt look at Vespera again, turned around, and rushed Brielle to the hospital.

After Vespera finally finished taking care of her injuries, Draven came back to the villa full of anger.

He looked straight at Vespera, waved his hand, and spoke hoarsely, Vespera, do you know that Brielles baby is gone?

Vesperas face stayed calm. I already told you I did not push her, and besides, she did not even

Enough! Even now, youre still arguing! Would Brielle really hurt her own child just to frame you?

Draven looked at Vespera in disappointment.

I used to think that after all these years, you had changed. Now it looks like you were always that cruel woman. Just to marry me, you hired people to kidnap Violetta and cause her death. Now you want to use the same way to kill Brielle, too.

I, Draven, truly must have had terrible luck over many lives to get caught up with someone like you!

After saying that, he waved his hand to signal the bodyguards to drag Vespera down to the basement.

Vesperas injuries had not healed yet, and she had no energy at all to fight back.

She opened her lips, trying to speak, but Draven pulled out his phone and spoke in a cold voice.

Cut off Vesperas fathers ventilator.

Vesperas eyes widened in surprise. She shouted, No! Draven, you cant do this! I didnt do it! I will hate you!

Draven ignored her completely. While Vespera screamed, he slammed the basement door shut with force.

There was no light in the basement. Vespera was locked inside with no food and no water, not knowing if it was day or night.

Anxiety consumed her as she repeatedly slammed her broken body against the basement door, not stopping even when she was covered in wounds.

Yet no matter how hard she tried, the basement door stayed tightly closed.

Just when she believed she would die there, the basement door finally opened.

A timid voice came from the doorway, Mom, are you inside?

Vesperas eyes widened as she roughly said, Amethyst?

Her daughter, messy and worn-looking, appeared before Vespera.

With the last bit of strength she still had, Vespera hugged her daughter, tears streaming down.

When Vespera regained consciousness again, she saw Octavian standing nearby, his face full of regret.

He slowly pushed a small urn toward her and apologized, Vespera, Im sorry. I never thought Draven would go this far. To make up for it, Ive already transferred all the assets under his name to you, except the Vaughn Group.

Vespera didnt clearly hear anything he said. She only stared blankly at the urn.

After a short while, round tears rolled from her eyes.

She held the urn tightly in front of her and could no longer hold back her sobs.

When all matters ended, Vespera placed the paternity test, the surveillance footage from the day Brielle miscarried, and the facts she had investigated about Violettas death years ago together on the coffee table.

As for the divorce certificate, she entrusted Octavian to deliver it to Draven.

She lifted Amethyst up, slowly looked once more at the place that had once been her home, then turned away and left without hesitation.

That departing airplane would take her and Amethyst away to a new place.

She didn't leave here with her daughter to escape.

Once she has settled her daughter and returned, she is determined to make them pay!