Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 181

Chapter 181 

At Ethan Corporation 

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Ethan was in an unusually good mood that day. He was engrossed in reviewing a file in his office when a knock interrupted his focus. Without looking up, he responded, “Come in 

Assistant Ben entered the office, his face lined with worry. “Boss, Zap Corporation has canceled their project with us,” he reported cautiously. 

Ethan’s expression shifted instantly. “What?” 

“And… it’s not just Zap Corporation,” Assistant Ben continued hesitantly. “Sheng Corporation has also backed out of their project with us.” 

Ethan frowned, his voice calm yet sharp, “Why? Everything was running smoothly until yesterday. What happened overnight? Did you ask them for an explanation?” 

These two projects were significant ventures for the company, with both Zap Corporation and Coral Corporation previously eager to collaborate with Ethan Corporation. A sudden reversal like this suggested something critical had occurred. 

Assistant Ben swallowed nervously before replying, “Boss, both companies have decided to partner with another firm. I reached out to their CEOs, but they were adamant about terminating the contracts with us.” 

Assistant Ben secretly felt a pang of sympathy for the two corporations. Just days ago, they had gone to great lengths to secure deals with Ethan Corporation, and now they had abruptly backed out. Having worked as Ethan’s assistant for years, he had never seen such an event. Ethan Corporation’s reputation was impeccable, and backing out of a deal with them was unheard of. 

Ethan leaned back in his chair, tapping the desk lightly with his fingers. “Which company did they choose instead?” 

“Pedro Long Corporation,” Assistant Ben stammered, knowing the implications of his answer. 

“Pedro Long Corporation?” Ethan’s brow furrowed. “Isn’t that a relatively new company that recently gained recognition?” 

Assistant Ben nodded quickly. “Yes, Boss. Pedro Long Corporation has rapidly risen to prominence. It recently secured the fifth spot among the top leading companies. In just a year and a half, they’ve achieved remarkable growth.” 

Ethan’s eyes narrowed as he listened intently. He recalled hearing about Pedro Long Corporation before. If memory served, the company had previously been known as FBaian Corporation–a firm on the brink of bankruptcy. Then, almost miraculously, someone acquired it. Under its new leadership, it had been rebranded as Pedro Long Corporation and had grown at an unprecedented pace, earning accolades and establishing itself as a major player in the industry. 

“What’s the CEO’s name?” Ethan asked, his tone measured but curious. 

Assistant Ben furrowed his brows, searching his memory. Suddenly, the name came to him. “Pedro! The CEO of Pedro Long Corporation is Pedro.” 

For a moment, Ethan froze, his body stiffening in disbelief. His hand, which had been idly rotating the crystal ball on his desk, came to a halt. Slowly, he turned his gaze toward his assistant, his voice barely 

audible “What what did you say his name was?” 

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“Pedro,” Assistant Ben repeated, a bit confused by his boss’s reaction. 

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Ethan stared into space, his expression unreadable, but his mind was racing. The name stirred something deep within him–a name he hadn’t expected to resurface, especially not in this context. 

The atmosphere in Ethan’s office had shifted dramatically, becoming heavy and almost suffocating. Assistant Ben felt an involuntary shiver run down his spine as goosebumps spread across his skin. The oppressive aura emanating from his boss was palpable, filling the room with tension. Gritting his teeth to steady himself, Assistant Ben hesitated before repeating, “Pedro.” 

The silence that followed was deafening. Ethan remained motionless, his head bowed, his face hidden from view. Yet the dark energy surrounding him was undeniable, hinting at the storm brewing within. After what felt like an eternity, Ethan finally broke the silence, his voice cold and resolute. 

“I want every single detail about that man,” he said. “From the moment he was born until now. Assign our best investigator to this task, and ensure nothing is overlooked.” 

“Yes, Boss,” Assistant Ben replied immediately, his voice steady despite the unease he felt. 

“Cancel all my meetings for the day,” Ethan continued. “And make sure I’m not disturbed. Leave.” 

Without another word, Assistant Ben bowed and exited the room quietly, closing the door behind him. 

Ethan stood, the weight of the revelation pressing heavily on his chest. He walked to a corner of the office where he kept a bottle of aged liquor. Grabbing it, he moved to the couch, poured himself a glass, and took a deep drink. 

Pedro… Is it really you? Are you alive? 

The name echoed in his mind, bringing with it a whirlwind of emotions. Ethan leaned back, staring at the ceiling as memories he had tried to suppress flooded back. No one could truly understand the turmoil within him, the guilt and sorrow that resurfaced at the mention of Pedro’s name. 

He vividly remembered the last time he saw Pedro, his best friend, his brother in everything but blood. That day had been burned into his memory–the day Pedro had stood before him, tears streaming down his face, his voice trembling with anger and pain as he pointed an accusing finger at Ethan. 

“You’re wrong!” Pedro had shouted, his words like daggers. “You betrayed me!”