My ex-husband laughed at me at the entrance to his party and announced, “Come see what’s left of her.” I simply stepped out of the limousine beside the billionaire he feared most, saved the 8:17 p.m. voice message, and let all 60 guests discover the clause that could destroy him.

a polite, somewhat artificial smile.

“You look quite different tonight, Serena. Much more simple than before.”

Serena touched her modest necklace gently and locked eyes with her.

“Some people easily confuse simplicity with a lack of courage, Paisley.”

Damian let out a loud laugh that echoed too forcefully across the foyer.

“You still know how to speak beautifully,continue reading …