My Ex-Husband Wants Me Back by Cheryl Moore

Chapter 9

By the end of the day, Kimberly was so exhausted that she almost collapsed to the ground.

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Esther Hansley, the maid at the Larson residence, added Kimberly’s favorite rose. petals into the bathwater that the former had prepared for the latter.

As the sound of the piano piece Kimberly loved reverberated in the room, she lit her favorite vervain–scented candle.

At that moment, she could finally let her guard down and relax temporarily.

Whenever she was Katherine, she felt like a puppet as she had to accommodate her life to Christopher’s schedule.

Nonetheless, she was free most of the time when being Katherine.

On the other hand, whenever she took on the role of Kimberly, her schedule became utterly packed. She did not dare to slack off in the least.

Even so, she preferred being herself. Only at times like this could she freely express her own thoughts, feelings, and dignity.

Meanwhile, Levine Group remained brightly lit. All employees were working overtime.

In the CEO’s office was Christopher, who asked, “Are you sure that the CEO of Larson Corporation has gotten replaced?”

So much had happened that he did not pay much attention to the status of his competitor.

“Yes, Mr. Levine. The eldest daughter of the Larson family, Kimberly Larson, has just been appointed the new CEO,” answered Felix politely.

“Larson Corporation has announced on social media that they’re gathering stories. related to ‘Queen. They must be speeding up the launch of their latest jewelry collection,” said Christopher with a thoughtful gaze and cold aura. “It seems like we shouldn’t underestimate whoever this woman is as she wants to take advantage of our downfall by snatching up market shares.”

The jewelry business of Levine Group had dwindled significantly at this point.

Fortunately, as public relations had stepped in to rescue things promptly, the company. could slowly regain its lost market shares.

“Inform the sales and marketing department to give our loyal customers a 20 percent discount, while new customers get 15 percent,” Christopher instructed.

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He knew the cost–performance ratio would not be too high if a well–known company like his wanted to fight a price war.

Yet, drastic times called for extreme measures. As long as his company survived this crisis, he believed it could bounce back in the future.

some admiration for the mysterious Kimberly. Immediately, he changed the topic, asking. “By the way, is there

“Mr. Levine, didn’t you tell me a few days ago to stop keeping

temperamental? Could he still

voice, “I want you to

but Christopher’s sharp

Levine.” With that, Felix slipped out of the CEO’s

felt it had become increasingly difficult to serve

CEO.

Christopher’s eyes, Felix had always been a dependable subordinate.

showed no progress in the investigation of Katherine’s whereabouts, which made Christopher a little uneasy.

check on two

phone was Noah Coleman, Christopher’s childhood friend, who was also a top

even you, the great Christopher, can handle?” Noah teased. He finally got

so many years.

subordinates are getting less

information even after days of investigation,” said Christopher.

voice asked, “Who do you want to investigate? Give me

only information he had on Katherine to Noah. As for Kimberly, he knew nothing about her

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straw. You’re basically asking

so, that was the complicated situation Christopher was facing. He genuinely was not withholding any details about the two women

did not dare

could only stay at the mansion

unexpectedly as the image of the unlikeable Katherine appeared in

woman that would do anything to achieve her goals. To him,

Whitney, was throwing a tantrum upon finding out that she had to leave

banging on the door. To the former’s surprise, the latter

If Kimberly had not returned, Whitney would have

latter returned, her dreams shattered. On top of that, Kimberly even wanted to chase her

could only throw a hissy fit by

grandfather finds out, he’ll send you abroad straight away. By then, you won’t even have the chance to

we’ve lived under

might get into trouble. Listen to me. I’ll ensure our new

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