Billionaire’s Unseen Love (Bella and Alex)

7 Reclaiming the Past

7 Reclaiming the Past

In the quietude of her childhood bedroom, Emma sat gazing out the window, lost in thought. The soft rustling of the leaves in the gentle breeze outside echoed the tumultuous emotions within her. Jada, her childhood confidante, sat beside her, a hand resting gently on Emma’s shoulder.

“Why did you endure it, Emma? You could’ve walked away anytime. Why cling to a life that only gave you pain?” Jada’s voice was soft but laced with concern.

Emma turned, her eyes reflecting a depth of wisdom gained through hardship. “I thought love meant endurance, Jada. I thought if I loved Alex enough, things would change. But I was wrong. Love shouldn’t diminish you.”

Jada sighed, shaking her head. “You’ve always been too kind for your own good. But it’s time to think about yourself. Starting with getting back what’s rightfully yours.”

The next day, Emma and Jada drove to Alex’s mansion in their sleek cars, a stark contrast to the life Emma had left behind. Approaching the house, Emma’s resolve strengthened. This wasn’t just about material possessions. It was about reclaiming her dignity.

they walked into the living room. “So, the prodigal daughter–in–law returns. Here for more money, are you?

what belongs to me,

the living room, her ex–mother in–law’s eyes flitted to the ruby necklace adorning her neck, a gift from Emma. Seeing this,

Emma replied, and raising her voice so her ex–mother in–law could hear. “It’s

Emma stood firm despite the older woman’s bluster. “That necklace was my mother’s gift to me. I gave

can’t just take it back! It was

Emma’s eyes were

valued me or my family. I’m just correcting

she unclasped the necklace, leaving her ex–mother in–law gaping in disbelief. Handing it

symbol of my family’s love, something you and

even for

necklace, her expression one of pride. “You did