Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 109

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The director beamed as he approached Lily and Rose after the intense scene. His excitement was evident as he clapped his hands together. 

“Lily, my dear, you were phenomenal!” Director Young exclaimed, his laughter warm and genuine. “You’re a true gem, a treasure for this production!” He then turned to Rose with an encouraging smile. “And you, Rose, did an excellent job too. The reaction during the slap–it felt so raw and real! I’m truly proud of you.” 

“Thank you, Director Young,” Rose replied, her voice polite, though her clenched fists betrayed her frustration. Real? Of course, it was real! she fumed inwardly. How could it not be when that slap wasn’t acting at all? 

The director, oblivious to her inner turmoil, continued, “Now, Rose, the next scene will focus on your character being tortured. It’s going to be intense, but don’t worry–we’ll ensure everything is safe. I’m counting on you to deliver a stellar performance again!” He gave her a few more pointers before walking away, leaving the two women alone. 

The moment he was out of earshot, Rose spun toward Lily, her eyes blazing with anger. “You did that on purpose, didn’t you?” she demanded through gritted teeth. 

Lily’s lips curled into a sly smile. “Of course I did,” she replied with a mocking laugh. “And trust me, I thoroughly enjoyed it.” 

“You’re insufferable!” Rose hissed before storming off, muttering curses under her breath. 

Watching her retreat, Lily shrugged and rolled her eyes. The satisfaction she felt wasn’t just about the slap- it was deeply rooted in the memories the scene had stirred within her. 

In her previous life, she had endured those very slaps, those cutting words, and the humiliation that haunted her until her death. The rawness of that pain had never left her, and today’s scene was a chilling reminder of the cruelty she had faced. 

But this time, things were different. Slowly, piece by piece, she was ensuring that everyone who had wronged her in her past life faced their reckoning. From the Miller Family to Ryan, she had been deliberate and precise in her retribution. And now, only one name remained on her list: Riley. 

Lily had heard that Riley would be returning from her tour in a few days. The thought filled her with anticipation. She had waited for this moment, and when it arrived, she would be ready. 

Meanwhile, in a luxurious suite at Gold Star Condominium, two strikingly handsome men sat side by side. One looked half–asleep, his tousled hair and drooping eyes betraying his exhaustion, while the other wore an uncharacteristic grin that seemed almost out of place. 

James yawned loudly, struggling to stay awake. “Why on earth are you here bothering me so early in the morning?” he grumbled, rubbing his eyes. 

Ethan gave him a pointed look. “It’s 1:30 in the afternoon,” he said flatly. 

James waved dismissively. “Morning, afternoon–it’s all the same to me. My day doesn’t start until after noon anyway. But seriously, could you stop grinning like that? You look like some creepy weirdo,” he muttered irritably. 

Ethan shook his head, unbothered by the jab. He was too caught up in his own thoughts to care. 

James however wasn’t in the hest of moods. He’d cnent the entire night searching for information about his 

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mysterious sister–in–law but had come up empty–handed. The frustration gnawed at him, leaving him both exhausted and irritable. 

“Alright, what’s with that look?” James finally asked, shooting Ethan a curious glance. “You’ve been acting weird all day.” 

But Ethan only smiled, his thoughts remaining a mystery–for now. 

After spending most of the night awake, James had finally managed to drift into a deep, dream–filled slumber. That sweet, peaceful kind of sleep where everything feels perfect–until someone wakes you up. Unfortunately for him, that someone was his best friend, Ethan, who barged in at the crack of afternoon, dragging him out of his much–needed rest. 

James groaned, rubbing his face as he glared at Ethan. But what made it worse wasn’t just the intrusion–it was the sight of Ethan grinning like a fool, an expression that looked completely out of place on his usually calm, serious face. 

“What’s with the creepy smile?” James grumbled, still half–asleep. 

“Not creepy, just happy,” Ethan replied, his grin widening. “I’m in a great mood today.” 

James raised a skeptical brow. “Yeah, I can see that. You’re practically glowing. So, care to share what’s got you acting like this?” 

Ethan’s smile softened. “You’ll understand once you’re in love. Finding someone who loves you as much as you love them–it’s the best feeling in the world.” 

James blinked at his friend, slightly taken aback by the heartfelt response. Despite his lingering grogginess, he felt a flicker of happiness for Ethan. It was rare to see him so open, and James was genuinely glad for his friend. His thoughts briefly wandered to someone special in his own life, and an involuntary smile crept onto his lips. 

Pulling himself back to the moment, Ethan cut to the chase. “So? Did you find anything?” 

James’s smile faltered, and he shook his head regretfully. “I tried everything, Ethan, but I couldn’t find any information on Lily’s parents. It’s like they don’t exist in any records.” 

Ethan’s expression dimmed, and a heavy silence settled between them. The helplessness on his face tugged at James’s heart. 

“Don’t lose hope, man,” James said, trying to sound reassuring. “We’ll figure it out. If they’re out there, we’ll find them. I promise.” 

Ethan nodded, his jaw tightening with determination. “I gave Lily my word. I’ll find her parents no matter what.” 

Changing the subject slightly, James asked, “When are you finally going to introduce her to me?” 

Ethan thought for a moment before answering. “If she agrees, maybe tonight at dinner. I’ll ask her first.” 

James smirked. “Wife–slave already, huh?” 

Ignoring the jab, Ethan continued, “I’ll also invite Parker and Mia to join us. Lily’s manager could keep her company.” 

James’s eyes lit up mischievously. “Ah, Mia? Great idea! The more, the merrier.” 

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Ethan narrowed his eyes suspiciously but shrugged. “Fine, I’ll let her know.” 

James grinned triumphantly, but Ethan didn’t push further. 

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Meanwhile, on set, Lily was preparing for her next scene when her phone buzzed. Seeing Ethan’s name on the screen, a soft smile spread across her face. She excused herself, stepping aside to answer the call. 

“Hello,” she said, her voice bright. 

“How’s the shoot going, baby?” Ethan asked warmly. 

Lily chuckled. “It’s going really well. You wouldn’t believe it–today’s scenes are all about torturing Rose. I’m having the time of my life!”