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00:00I can see a number floating above everyone's head. Once the cheating rate hits 100%,
00:04it shows their likelihood of cheating. After looking carefully, I found a beautiful, kind
00:08woman. Her cheating rate is zero. But one day, I realized something. Her cheating rate is surging
00:14fast. For over 20 years, I've never seen numbers rise that quick. I first understood what those
00:19numbers meant when I was in middle school. After my parents fought and divorced, I realized the
00:23number above each head was their cheating rate. With my parents as a warning, I swore I'd find
00:27a beautiful, kind wife with an extremely low divorce risk. It wasn't easy, but my effort
00:32paid off. In college, I actually found her, and her cheating rate was practically zero.
00:36She's Isabel Murray, two years older than me. She was truly beautiful. She had an innocent,
00:41clean-cut look. Her family was poor. She relied only on her mother and brother. Her dad was a gambler.
00:46He ran off, leaving them over $100,000 in debt. None of that was a problem. All these years,
00:52I've used my ability to see cheating rates to make plenty of money quietly. A woman with a near-zero
00:56cheating rate is extremely rare. To avoid my parents' mistake, I had to hold on tight. So I
01:01chased her hard. I even paid off her debts. After we married, she was loving and always gentle with
01:06me. Since my parents divorced, I finally felt a real home. But about a week ago, my sweet,
01:12devoted wife had her cheating rate change overnight. It jumped from 0.08% to 43%. At first, I didn't
01:19take
01:19it too seriously. Sometimes the number can be affected just by seeing attractive people in videos.
01:24Like my best friend, despite being married, when he sees a pretty girl in a video or a photo,
01:29his cheating rate still shifts a little, usually between 30% and 50%. But gradually,
01:34I know something is off. Because her cheating rate keeps rising. In five days, it got from 43%
01:39to 83%. That means only 17% remains before she will cheat. That's when I can't sit still. I think
01:46about the past few days, how Isabel would sneak around at night calling and texting someone.
01:50She said it was a friend. She acted calm, but she was hiding her panic. Because her rate had
01:55been near zero, I naively believed she was sharing embarrassing girl talk. Now,
01:59I figure she's been chatting with some pretty boy. I got angrier. I've fought my way up for years.
02:04At 25, I became a finance director at a finance firm. My future looks wide open. I have a car
02:09and
02:10a home. I even paid to renovate her family's house back home. I treat her unbelievably well.
02:14I can't understand what kind of pretty boy can get her hooked like that and make her want to
02:18betray our union. After thinking it over, I decide to watch a little longer. She's my wife and I still
02:23love her. As long as her number doesn't cross 100%, I can give her one more chance. That Friday night,
02:30Isabel was clearly unsettled. She's restless. She's unlike her usual calm self. Even when I'm home,
02:35she looks like she's been caught. Her face is full of worry. I look up. Her number rose from 83
02:41%
02:41to 96%. It even glows red. In blinding red, I keep my face neutral, but inside, I go cold.
02:49I know she's one chance away from cheating. Like gas on a spark, it'll ignite instantly.
02:54When dinner is ready, Isabel holds her plate and eats in tiny bites, but her mind isn't on the food.
02:59I stay composed and joke like it's nothing. Honey, when I got home, you were restless,
03:04like a mouse seeing a cat. Did you betray me behind my back? At those words, I see Isabel
03:11shudder hard. She almost drops the plate. She's clearly scared. Her head is full of that pretty
03:17boy, so she feels guilty. Isabel stammers, forcing herself to act calm. Uh, no. Honey,
03:23you're getting more and more ridiculous. How can you joke like that? She even shoots me a sharp glare,
03:28but the shaking plate shows that she's anything but calm. It's just a joke. Why the big reaction?
03:33I smile. Then, I deliberately bring up a story. Oh, honey. Today, a friend told me that one of
03:39his female employees, who used to be well-behaved, gentle, and devoted, ended up cheating. Her
03:44husband went insane. He rushed to the office with a butcher knife and hacked her repeatedly.
03:48She survived, but she was disabled for life, and she could never be a mother. All because she cheated.
03:53That woman paid such a huge price, and it wasn't worth it. I wonder if she'll regret it when she's
03:58in a wheelchair, thinking back on that one impulse. At that, Isabel turns deathly pale. Her plate hits
04:05the floor and shatters, and the number above her head starts changing wildly.
04:11I pretend to care. Honey, what's wrong? Did that story scare you? Isabel panics. She can't look at me.
04:19She mumbles. Yeah, that's terrifying. By the way, why did you share something so scary? As she speaks,
04:25she looks up at me, trying to read my face for any clue. I smile. We always talk sweet stuff.
04:31I just
04:31thought we'd mix in something different. You're not overthinking, right? Isabel blurts. No, not at
04:36all. Just caught me off guard. Then she finishes her food and goes to the bedroom. I quietly pick up
04:41a
04:41green bean and laugh coldly. I told that story to warn her. It serves as my final warning. After all,
04:47I still have deep feelings for her. Maybe I can still save this marriage. But if she insists on it,
04:52she can't blame me. At least I've done my part. Over the next few days, Isabel behaves herself.
04:57She becomes gentle again. Maybe she's really shaken by that story. But when Rebecca Evans,
05:02my mother-in-law, starts her tricks, all that affection dies in that moment. That afternoon,
05:07Isabel calls me. Honey, order takeout tonight. I'm going back to my parents to visit my mom.
05:12I ask, confused. Did something happen there? Want me to come along? Isabel refuses immediately.
05:18No, nothing's wrong over there. I'm just visiting mom. And you have work to do. You don't need to
05:23come. But I truly have things to finish at work, and I can't leave. So I plan to pick her
05:28up after
05:28work. After work, I head straight to Rebecca's place. More than two hours later, I arrive at her
05:34house. When she sees me, she frowns, looking disgusted. Why are you here? I'm used to her
05:39attitude. It isn't new. It feels awful, but I swallow it. Isabel was rushing back. Worried something
05:45happened. I came to check. Is there anything I can do? Also, didn't Isabel come back? Where is
05:49she? I know Rebecca's temperament. I say it all in one breath, going straight to the point. I don't
05:54want a pointless argument. Rebecca looks impatient. She says flatly, Isabel already went home. I was
06:00stunned. I stare at her, frown, and lower my voice. Mom, Isabel clearly told me she was with you.
06:07Rebecca's face goes dark instantly. I just sprained my ankle. It's nothing serious. She dropped off
06:12supplements and left. But you come here without bringing a single gift. What kind of son-in-law
06:18does that? My ankles hurt. Give me 20 grand. I need to buy some supplements. As she speaks,
06:25she grabs her phone and clicks open her PayPal. Her entitled expression makes my anger spike.
06:30Every time I visit, she finds new excuses to ask me for money, from thousands to over 10,000.
06:36She's always so self-righteous as if I owe her by birth. I respect elders and can afford it,
06:41but this kind of robbery-like demand is hard for anyone to bear. My sincerity seems to have
06:46made her swell with pride. She thinks she can control me through Isabel and keep feeding her
06:52greed. I clench my fists. I don't want to argue. I take out my phone, scan her code, and key
06:58in 20
06:58grand. When Rebecca hears the alert, she doesn't even say thanks. She walks briskly inside and slams
07:05the door shut. There isn't a trace of any injured ankle. When I see that, the last warmth on my
07:11face
07:11vanishes completely. What are those two plotting? Is Rebecca covering for Isabel?
07:17I head straight home. My mind is a complete mess. It's nearly 11 p.m. when I get home. The
07:22house is
07:23silent. A dim nightlight glows in the living room. I open the door quietly. I don't want to wake Isabel.
07:28I walk into the bedroom. Sure enough, I see her lying asleep in bed, but between her brows,
07:33there's obvious exhaustion. I instinctively look above her head. My eyes widen instantly.
07:37It feels like a hand has gripped my heart. I can't breathe for half a second. The number above her
07:42head is no longer a percentage. It has turned into a glaring red digit. That single number no longer
07:48means cheating rate. It shows how many times she has cheated. Four times in one night, a chill rushes
07:53from my feet to my head. In that instant, all the blood in my body freezes. I thought that choosing
07:58a wife with a near zero cheating rate would prevent betrayal. Now, I realize that temporary
08:03loyalty doesn't mean lifelong faithfulness. I have a strong feeling that what she did this time is
08:08likely planned with Rebecca. That excuse of her going home is just a cover for her to sneak out
08:13for an affair. She thinks it is flawless and that no one will know. But the number above her head
08:17has
08:17exposed her completely. Isabel, oh Isabel, I treat you well, and this is how you repay me. Since you
08:23wronged me, don't blame me for being ruthless. I quietly close the door and contact a private
08:28investigator. I send a message. Watch Isabel around the clock. Track all her movements. Focus
08:33on any contact with other men. I set my phone down. My mind keeps replaying every moment with
08:39Isabel. From the first time I saw her in college, noticing her near zero cheating rate. To learning
08:44about her family's struggles and willingly paying off their debt. To our wedding day, when she promised
08:49to love me forever. My most precious memories have turned into blades in my chest. I walk to
08:54the liquor cabinet. I take out a bottle of whiskey and drink it straight from the bottle. The burns
08:59slide down my throat, scorching my chest. Yet, it can't ease the rage inside me. Back when I pursued
09:05her, I arrived half an hour early at the cafe where she worked. Rain or shine, I never missed a
09:10day.
09:10Her brother, Kieran, needed tuition fees. I helped out without hesitation. Even threw in another $20,000
09:15allowance. When Rebecca mentioned back pain, I had a top orthopedist at Ridgeview Hospital
09:20Treater. Paid all medical bills and therapy fees. I have given them everything I have. But they betray
09:26me together. The feeling of being abandoned almost suffocates me. But I force myself to calm down.
09:31I'm already a finance director at 25. I earn it not by acting on impulse, but by strategy and precision.
09:38I will make them pay for what they've done. In the following days, I go to work as usual. I
09:44stay
09:44gentle with Isabel. She seems completely relaxed. She greets me with smiles and even makes breakfast
09:50for me. But the number above her head stays at 4. Beside it is a pulsing percentage, rising fast from
09:5630%. On Wednesday night, I stay late on purpose, past 9pm. The smell of food hits me. Isabel walks out
10:03in
10:03an apron. She wears a sweet smile. Honey, you're back. I made your favorite food. Garlic butter prawn.
10:10I walk over and hug her from behind. Her familiar perfume fills my nose. Inside, I feel nothing.
10:16There's only cold disgust. I whisper in her ear, thanks for this honey. You waited up for me. That
10:21must have been hard. But my eyes fall on her number. It's now 67%. During dinner, she keeps adding food
10:27to
10:27my plate. She chatters non-stop about her day. She says she shops with a friend. She says Rebecca
10:33calls about me, saying she needs to take care of me. I give short replies while looking
10:37at her. Her eyes keep darting. She keeps touching her phone. She's clearly waiting for a message.
10:44Halfway through, her phone vibrates. Her eyes light up. Then she masks it fast. She puts it
10:49down after a quick glance. She says her friend sent her a video. But I don't expose her. I
10:54just give a cold smile. I already know that this best friend is likely the man she cheats
10:58with. Her fake calm is almost laughable.
11:03Thursday afternoon, I am reviewing an important report when my phone rings.
11:07It's Kieran. Raising a brow, I answer the call. My tone stays flat.
11:12Hello, Kieran. What's up? His voice carries forced enthusiasm. It sounds fake.
11:17Michael! It's nothing major. My girlfriend wants to watch that new sci-fi movie. I'm tied
11:22up right now. Can you go with her? Maybe grab dinner, too.
11:25She wants to try that restaurant you mentioned. I sneer inside. Last time, it's Rebecca. Now
11:31it's Kieran. I agree without hesitation. No problem. Send me her contact. I'll pick her
11:37up after work. I'll treat her well and make sure she enjoys. After hanging up, I message
11:42Arthur. She'll likely go out tonight. Watch her closely. And check on Kieran's girlfriend,
11:48Dorothy Campbell. See if she knows nothing about this. He replied quickly. Got it, Mr. Erickson.
11:52I've assigned someone to follow her. She just left work. She's heading downtown. I'll check on
11:57Dorothy. When work ends, I pack up and leave. Using the contact Kieran sends, I reach Dorothy.
12:03I drive to the mall entrance and pick her up. Dorothy is a sweet-looking girl. She wears a
12:08white dress. Her voice is soft. She keeps saying, Thank you, Michael. I didn't want to bother you,
12:14but Kieran is too busy. I'm really sorry. I smile back. But inside, I'm plotting. From what I see,
12:20Dorothy doesn't seem aware. She's likely being used to distract me. I take her to that restaurant
12:26first. We sit by the window. During dinner, I bring up Kieran. I ask when they plan to marry.
12:32She blushes, she says shyly. Nothing's set yet. Kieran wants to save more. He'll give me a big
12:37wedding as to not upset me. I sneer inside, making just 10 grand a month. After his spending and dates,
12:43he saves almost nothing. That grand wedding is just empty talk. In the end, he'll expect me to pay.
12:48Too bad for them. They don't get that chance. I once loved Isabelle. That's why I support her
12:52whole family. Now, I wait to catch her in the act. She leaves with nothing. Not a single penny.
12:58After dinner, I take Dorothy to the movies. Before we go in, I receive a message from Arthur. In the
13:03photo, Isabelle is walking beside a man into a hotel called Love Nest. The man's profile looks
13:08familiar, but I can't place him. I reply, Keep an eye on her. The movie runs over two hours. I'm
13:15not
13:15paying attention. All I see in my head are images of them together and her family's grief. After it
13:20ends, I drive Dorothy home safely. Then, I head back to my house. On the way, I call Kieran.
13:25The movie's over. I dropped Dorothy off. Don't worry, she had a great time. He thanks me repeatedly.
13:32Thanks, Michael. I appreciate it. I owe you one. I'll treat you later. I smile and say,
13:37We're family. Don't worry about it. After I hang up, my smile vanishes.
13:41Kieran's gratitude will cost him a lifetime. When I get home, it is past 1am. Isabelle is
13:47asleep. I step into the bedroom quietly. Her number has changed from 4 to 7. The percentage
13:52is gone. Unbelievable. In just a few hours, it goes up three more times. Shameless. It
13:58seems that man satisfies her more than I do. I turn to leave when my phone vibrates. It's
14:03a file from Arthur. It contains dozens of clear photos and videos. I check the photos in
14:08the living room. Seeing the man's face, my eyes widen. I never expect this. The man is
14:13Tristan Middleton, a mid-level manager in my department who's 4 years my senior. He's
14:18good-looking and competent at work. He was my biggest rival for the director position.
14:22I secured the role thanks to my investment skills and leverage over the former director's
14:26affair. And because I saw his 89% cheating rate, I knew he'd slip eventually, so I planned
14:32ahead and blocked his chance. I don't expect him to resent me. He doesn't dare provoke me at
14:36work, so he targets Isabelle. He stoops to such a low tactic. How petty and vile. In
14:41the video, Tristan holds her close, whispering sweet words in her ear. She laughs brightly,
14:46staring at him with longing, and kisses his cheek. That bold display is nothing like the
14:51gentle wife I know. I keep watching. An audio clip catches my attention. Tristan's voice sounds
14:57calculating and greedy. Isabelle, Michael's USB holds core financial data. If I get it, I can
15:03alter the numbers and frame him for embezzlement. Then, the director's role will be mine.
15:08Isabelle sounds hesitant, but he guards it closely. Only he and Mr. Robertson know the
15:12code.
15:13How can I get it? Tristan chuckles. His tone is dismissive. You're his wife. He won't suspect
15:19you. While he sleeps, check his briefcase. You'll find it. As for the code, I guess it's
15:24his birthday or your anniversary. Try a few times. When I take on the director role, I'll divorce
15:29and marry you. By then, the company's finances are in my hands. I'll buy you anything you
15:33want. You won't have to live under Michael's shadow. Kieran's wedding gifts won't be a
15:37concern. She agrees at once. I'll do as you say. Just keep your word.
15:41My face goes cold as I turn off the video. Tristan wants my job, and he wants to ruin my
15:47name. He's completely unhinged, and Isabelle is foolish enough to be manipulated. For some fake
15:52luxury, she betrays me and breaks the law. She's beyond saving. No wonder she falls for his
15:58sweet lies. I take out my phone and text Arthur. Dig up everything on Tristan, including his
16:03family background, bank accounts, other affairs, and recent transactions. The more, the better.
16:09Then, I call my attorney. When he answers, I get straight to it. Mr. Cole, I need you to draft
16:13a
16:14divorce agreement. Also, I have evidence of possible embezzlement and marital infidelity. Tell me how to
16:19handle it for maximum leverage. After I hang up, I let out a long breath. The plan is in motion.
16:24Now, I wait to strike hard. Friday morning, I go to work. As I step into my office, Tristan is
16:31sitting in my chair, a file in his hand. He wears a mocking smile. His eyes are full of contempt.
16:37He
16:37speaks lightly, with hidden meaning. Mr. Erickson, why are you late? Had a rough night? I don't get
16:42angry. Smiling, I walk over and sit across from him. Mr. Middleton, my office isn't open to everyone.
16:47Did you forget the company policy? Tristan stands up and steps closer, looking down at me.
16:54Michael, don't get too cocky. That seat will be mine. Trust me. Soon enough, you'll be ruined,
16:59with nothing left. I reply calmly, meeting Tristan's eyes. You don't have it in you.
17:05Mr. Middleton, stop wasting your time. Focus on your work, or you'll fail the review again and get
17:10scolded by Mr. Robertson. That'd be embarrassing. His face darkens instantly. Performance ratings matter
17:15most to him. Last time, he ranked last and was publicly criticized. He never gets over it.
17:21I bring it up on purpose to hit his sore spot. He spits out a threat, then storms out of
17:26my office.
17:27Just wait. On his way out, he slams the door. Watching him retreat, I sneer. How dare he take
17:33me on with such measly skills? He's overestimating himself. I'll show him what it means to hurt himself.
17:39At lunch, I sit at his table on purpose. Other colleagues are there too. I casually mention
17:44the company is auditing finances, and a large sum of money has an unclear trail. Brandon even sets up
17:49a special task force. Tristan freezes. His fork stops midair. Really? I hadn't heard. Mr. Erickson,
17:56you're well informed. I should learn from you. I pick up some food and say slowly,
18:00as finance director, I have to pay attention. After all, Mr. Robertson trusts me. That USB is vital.
18:07If it's lost or exposed, the fallout is severe. It could cost the company dearly and land the lead in
18:12court. Mr. Middleton, you don't handle core assets, so you may not understand. His face
18:17turns paler. He almost drops his fork. Tristan forces a smile and takes a sip of water. I really
18:24didn't know, but it has nothing to do with me. Who cares? I drop the topic and turn to chat
18:29with the
18:29others. But I can tell Tristan is on edge. He barely eats and keeps checking his phone. He's probably
18:36texting Isabelle. That afternoon, Arthur calls. He sends Tristan's full profile. He's already married.
18:43His wife is a housewife and they have a three-year-old daughter. He cheats with Isabelle
18:46and several other co-workers. With multiple affairs, his private life is a mess. His bank
18:51records show many unexplained deposits, likely supplier kickbacks. He also owes gambling debts
18:57over $2 million. That's why he's desperate for the director role. He plans to use it to embezzle funds
19:02to repay debts and feed his greed. After reading that, I feel even more certain. He has so many
19:07weaknesses. Taking him down is easy. I'm not just taking his job. I'm wrecking his name and sending
19:12him to jail. That evening, Isabelle has dinner ready. When she sees me, she puts on a strange smile.
19:18She's weirdly attentive. Keep serving me. Even pours my drink. Honey, you've worked hard. Have some wine
19:23and relax. I made hangover tea for you. Drink it. It's good for you. She lifts the glass and holds
19:29it out.
19:29I glance above her head. It's still 7. The percentage next to it is up to 99%.
19:34She's ready to act, it seems. Tonight, she'll meet Tristan and steal the USB token.
19:39I lift my glass with a smile and clink it with Isabelle's. I drain it in one go.
19:43Sure, you're so thoughtful tonight. I'll have a few more. After dinner, Isabelle offers to massage me.
19:49I lie on the couch. Her fingers press on my shoulders. Uneven and clumsy. She's distracted.
19:54Her mind isn't on me at all. I keep my eyes closed, feigning enjoyment while tracking her moves.
19:59As expected, before long, she says she's going to shower and leaves the living room.
20:03I crack my eyes open. I see her send a quick text before going into the bathroom.
20:08I pick up her phone. After unlocking, I open her messages.
20:11The latest text is to Tristan. He's had wine. He's lying down. I'll go and check his briefcase soon.
20:17Wait for my update. Tristan replies.
20:20Okay, call me once you get the USB token. When it's done, I'll buy you your desired designer bag.
20:25I screenshot everything, then put the phone back. I return to the couch and keep pretending while I
20:30wait for her next move. About half an hour later, Isabelle steps out of the bathroom wearing a robe.
20:35Her hair is damp. She smells like soap. She approaches quietly. She whispers.
20:41Honey? She calls me a few times. I don't move. I keep my eyes shut, playing dead asleep.
20:47She looks tense, but also hopeful. She turns, carefully lifts my briefcase, and searches in the
20:53corner. I peek at Isabelle. I sneer inside. Soon, she pulls the USB token from my briefcase.
21:00A smile spreads across her face. She takes it to the bedroom, opens her laptop, plugs it in,
21:05and types the password. Half a minute later, she cracks it. She looks pleased. Her fingers fly over
21:11the keys. What she doesn't know is that every move is captured by a camera I've installed in the
21:16bedroom. When she finishes, she removes the USB token, hides it, and puts a fake in my bag.
21:22After all that, she sighs, relieved, and lies down. Once she falls asleep, I go to the briefcase,
21:28take out the fake USB token, and smirk. I check the transaction trail. Sure enough,
21:34$20 million has been transferred into an overseas account. The holder's info is fake. But through a
21:39tech expert I hire, I confirm the real controller is Tristan. He thinks he can frame me quietly.
21:45He's naive. Everything goes as expected. Next, it's time to close the net. I'll make him and
21:51Isabelle pay dearly for what they do. I look at Isabelle's sleeping face. I feel no pity. If I
21:57didn't know, they would have destroyed me. I organize every piece of evidence, send it to Rowan and
22:02Arthur, and shut down the laptop. I lean back on the couch, waiting for Monday. Next Monday is their
22:08downfall. Over the weekend, I act as usual. I eat with Isabelle and watch movies as if I know
22:14nothing. She acts normal, like before, just more uneasy. Sunday night, she tests the waters.
22:20Honey, has your company had any issues lately? Maybe financial problems? I look puzzled. No,
22:26everything is normal. Why? She looks away and waves her hands. Nothing. Just curious. You seem
22:34busy. I'm worried. I smile and pat her head. Relax, I'm fine. The company is stable. With me there,
22:40nothing will go wrong. I know she's anxious. She's trying to confirm if Tristan's plan works,
22:45but she can't ask directly, so she circles around it. Monday morning, I go to work as usual.
22:50As I enter the office, the mood feels off. People whisper. They keep glancing at me. Their
22:56expressions are strange. I know Tristan is already moving. He reports to Brandon that I embezzle funds,
23:02trying to ruin me. Sure enough, as I step inside the office, my secretary knocks and enters.
23:07Mr. Erickson, Mr. Robertson wants you in the meeting room. It's urgent. All executives are
23:12there. I nod, straighten my suit, and head to the meeting room. Understood. I'm coming.
23:18As I reach the meeting room, I hear Tristan. He shouts with fake outrage, loud enough for everyone
23:23to hear. Sir, Michael's gone too far. He embezzled $20 million. That's half our annual profit.
23:29He's outrageous. He doesn't deserve to be the finance director. Call the police and lock him
23:33up. I push the door open. All eyes turn to me. Brandon looks furious. Other executives stare in
23:39disapproval. When Tristan sees me walk in, he smirks and looks at me defiantly. Michael,
23:44you're finally here. Mr. Robertson is asking about the embezzlement. Just confess. You might get off
23:49easy. I ignore him, walk straight to Brandon, and say calmly, Mr. Robertson, it's not what he claims.
23:55I didn't embezzle the funds. This is a setup to frame me. Tristan sneers and points at me.
24:01Michael, why are you still denying? The system shows the $20 million was transferred using your
24:06USB token. Only you two know the code. Who else could it be? Brandon is furious.
24:12Michael, explain to me what is going on. I answer steadily. Mr. Robertson, the USB token is with me.
24:18I didn't leak the password, and I didn't move the money. Then, I turn to Tristan. Mr. Middleton,
24:23you're eager to blame me. Is it because you transferred the money and tried to frame me?
24:27Tristan's face shifts. Panic flashes in his eyes. Nonsense! Why would I take company funds?
24:33I don't have the USB token or the password. You're slandering me. I give a cold laugh.
24:37I pull out my phone. It clearly records his entire plan with Isabel. The room goes silent.
24:43Everyone is stunned. Brandon's face hardens. Tristan, what's this? Explain yourself.
24:49Tristan turns pale. He trembles. He's speechless. He never expects proof. His perfect plan is fully
24:56exposed. I give him no chance. I continue. Mr. Robertson, there's more. I also have evidence
25:02of his massive gambling debt. He frames me to seize the director role, then embezzle more to repay debts
25:08and feed his greed. Tristan collapses. His legs give out. He drops to the floor, his eyes filling
25:14with despair. No! Mr. Robertson, I didn't. He framed me. These are all fake. You have to believe
25:19me. At that moment, the meeting room door opens. Several officers enter. They go straight to Tristan.
25:25They show a warrant. Tristan Middleton, you're suspected of illegal acts. You're under arrest.
25:30Come with us. He tries to resist, shouting, I didn't do it. They don't give him a chance.
25:35They lift him, snap the cuffs on, and drag him out. His face is filled with despair and resentment.
25:40Before he leaves, he glares at me, but I don't care. A petty clown like him is beneath my attention.
25:46Brandon watches Tristan taken away, then walks over, guilt on his face.
25:50Mr. Erickson, sorry, I misjudged you. I didn't expect that from Tristan. Thanks for catching it,
25:55or the company could have lost bid. I smile and shake my head. It's nothing. I'm just doing my job.
26:00I lean close and whisper, Mr. Robertson, you wouldn't want your affair exposed, right?
26:05I have photos of you and Miss Swanson in the hotel.
26:09Brandon's face turns pale. His eyes are filled with fear and disbelief.
26:14You! How do you know? I smile faintly. That doesn't matter.
26:18What matters is, if this goes public, your family and the company will take a massive hit.
26:22Mr. Robertson, as long as you cooperate, I'll keep it quiet.
26:25I can also help you run the company better and boost its performance.
26:29His expression shifts. He finally nods. Fine.
26:32I agree. From now on, I'll follow your lead.
26:35I pat his shoulder, then walk out of the meeting room. That's better.
26:39In the following days, my position grows stronger. Brandon obeys me. The staff treats me with respect.
26:45No one questions me. I take control of most of the company's power.
26:48I lay the groundwork for a full takeover. After Tristan, I'll deal with Isabel and her greedy family.
26:54Wednesday afternoon, I have Rowan deliver the divorce papers home.
26:57The moment Isabel sees them, she stares at me in disbelief.
27:01Honey, why are you divorcing me? Did I do something wrong?
27:05Tell me. I'll change.
27:07I sneer at her act.
27:08Isabel, you know what you did. Don't pretend and act like you don't know. It's over.
27:14Just then, Rebecca and Kieran arrive.
27:18They come over after getting Isabel's call. They see the divorce papers right away.
27:22Rebecca explodes with rage. She gets so upset and starts screaming at me.
27:26Michael, you bastard! Are you seeing someone else?
27:30Rebecca raises her hand, trying to slap me.
27:33You bastard!
27:34You want to dump Isabel? I'm telling you. No way!
27:37I'm already prepared.
27:38I step aside.
27:39Rebecca swings her arm widely.
27:41She misses, loses her footing, and falls hard.
27:43Isabel rushes over and helps her up.
27:46Mom!
27:47She glares at me.
27:48Michael! You've gone too far! How could you hit her?
27:51I have to hand it to Isabel.
27:53Your mom trips on her own. How's that my fault?
27:55Isabel's face turns ugly at my words.
27:57But Kieran is furious, trying to hit me.
28:00Michael, my mom is old.
28:02So, what if she slaps you?
28:04How dare you trip her!
28:05If anything happens to her, I'll kill you.
28:07I give a cold laugh.
28:08Before he moves, I step forward and slap him across the face.
28:11That is quite a slap.
28:13It leaves him reeling, and a clear handprint on his cheek.
28:17I rub my hand and say lightly,
28:18Honestly, I've been sick of you for a long time.
28:21If not for the fact that you're Isabel's mom and brother, do you think I treat you well?
28:25You've been greedy for years.
28:26You're fully aware of how much you've taken from me.
28:28I cleared over $100,000 of your debts, built you a house, got Kieran a job at $10,000 a
28:33month, and bought you a car.
28:35Every holiday, I bring expensive gifts.
28:37You're ungrateful, and even plot against me.
28:40You betray me.
28:40You're the real traitors.
28:42I look at Isabel, my gaze icy and sharp.
28:44Isabel, the word divorce sounds too nice.
28:47More accurately, I'm casting you aside for cheating and betrayal.
28:51Isabel turns pale.
28:52I... I didn't.
28:54I don't even look at her guilty act.
28:56I say coldly.
28:57Isabel, I gave you a chance.
28:59That story two weeks ago was your final warning.
29:02If you had stopped, I would have let it go.
29:05But I never expect you to be blinded by lust and betray me.
29:08You're not worthy of my care at all.
29:10Holding her stomach, Rebecca gets up.
29:13She retorts.
29:14Bullshit!
29:15I bet you have another woman.
29:17That's why you're staging this to dump Isabel.
29:19She's gentle and devoted.
29:20She's a perfect wife and mother.
29:22How could she be so disgraceful?
29:23Show your proof then.
29:24She's betting that I have no proof.
29:26Without proof, she can twist the truth and dump all the blame on me.
29:31I look at her greedy, foolish face and say coldly,
29:34Rebecca, you're pitifully stupid.
29:36Would I divorce her without proof?
29:38Would I have my lawyer draft the papers?
29:40I pull the photos from my briefcase and toss them down.
29:43The photos show Isabel with Tristan at a hotel, in intimate poses.
29:46They are explicit and jarring.
29:48Isabel still holds a sliver of hope, but when she sees them, she collapses onto the floor.
29:52Her face pales, eyes full of despair, speechless.
29:55Seeing this, Rebecca shoves the photos into her mouth, trying to destroy the evidence.
29:59In her mind, these photos are all I have.
30:02If she destroys them, I'll have nothing left.
30:04I watch her struggle to swallow them and sneer.
30:07All finished?
30:08I've got plenty more.
30:09Want another serving?
30:10From my briefcase, I produce a fixed stack of photos and several videos and set them down.
30:15This is only part of it.
30:17There's more.
30:17If you want, I can show you all of it.
30:19Rebecca turns livid.
30:21She nearly faints.
30:23She points at me, lips trembling, unable to speak.
30:26After a moment, she steadies herself.
30:28Calming herself, she says,
30:30Fine.
30:31Isabel, divorce him.
30:32We're not scared.
30:33You'll get half of his assets.
30:34With your looks, you can find someone richer and more powerful than him.
30:38Ciaran stands, wipes his tears, and says,
30:41Exactly, Isabel.
30:43Don't be sad.
30:43He still owes our loan.
30:45He has to settle it.
30:46With that, we'll be rich.
30:47We don't need him.
30:48We can still live stress-free.
30:50When Isabel hears that, her eyes light up instantly, as if she's grabbed a lifeline.
30:54She climbs up from the floor, greed written all over her face.
30:58Right, Michael.
30:59Our assets are marital property.
31:00You promised Ciaran a villa, a Maybach, and $500,000.
31:05You can't break your word.
31:06And you must pay off the loans we took, too.
31:08Even at the edge of ruin, they're still eyeing my money.
31:11I almost laugh at the absurdity.
31:13Why should I pay for the villa, the loans you took, and the debts you piled up?
31:17When did I ever agree to repay your loans?
31:19Rebecca sneers.
31:20You said it yourself back then, denying it now?
31:23I let out a cold laugh, eyes full of contempt.
31:25Where's the proof?
31:26Who can back you up?
31:27I look at the scheming family quizzically.
31:30Let's get something straight.
31:31The mortgage and the down payment are all under your names.
31:34You took out the loans.
31:35It's not my business.
31:37You want me to pay it back?
31:38Are you joking?
31:39Do you really think I'm still the old Michael?
31:41Only then do they realize I've turned the tables on them.
31:44Rebecca points at me and starts screaming,
31:46Michael!
31:46You bastard!
31:48You shameless scum!
31:49You'll die wretched!
31:50I shake my head.
31:51My face shows no emotion.
31:53Even if I'm a bastard, I'm nowhere near as shameless as you.
31:56Greedy ingrates like you deserve this!
31:59As for assets, 99% was mine before marriage.
32:03They have nothing to do with you, Isabel.
32:05Think you're getting half my fortune?
32:07Dream on!
32:07You can only claim half of that 1% as marital property.
32:11That's about $100,000.
32:13I've done the math.
32:13That won't even cover your loan shark interest.
32:16Isabel stumbles back, nearly falling.
32:19No, impossible!
32:20How could you have that much property?
32:21You must be lying.
32:22I sit on the couch and reply calmly.
32:24You can verify it yourself.
32:26The court will give you a fair ruling.
32:28All right, that's all I have to say.
32:29The divorce papers.
32:30You're signing them, no matter what.
32:32The court will grant them anyway.
32:34Then you'll get nothing from me, and your debts stay yours.
32:37Enjoy the life you've crafted.
32:38When Rebecca hears this, her blood pressure spikes.
32:41Her vision goes black, and she collapses.
32:43Isabel and Kieran panic.
32:45They rush to help Rebecca.
32:47I ignore them and walk to the bedroom.
32:49I pack her things and toss them out.
32:51Then, I shut the door, cutting them off.
32:55From this moment on, there is no ties between us.
32:57Finally, the court summons us.
32:59In court, the evidence is undeniable.
33:01The judge officially dissolves my marriage to Isabel.
33:04She gets only half of that 1% of my assets.
33:07It's a meager amount.
33:08When they hear the verdict, Isabel, Rebecca, and Kieran completely fall apart.
33:12They collapse onto the floor, bawling, and keep shouting that it's unfair.
33:16But it changes nothing.
33:17The law is impartial.
33:19They have to pay for what they've done.
33:21Outside the courthouse, Isabel rushes over and clutches my leg.
33:24Honey, I'm sorry.
33:25I was wrong.
33:26I was really wrong.
33:27I was fooled by Tristan's sweet talk, a mistake any woman might make.
33:31Please forgive me.
33:32I swear I'll love you for the rest of my life.
33:34I'll be loyal to you forever.
33:35I'll do anything.
33:37I'll never be with any man but you again.
33:39Please, give me one more chance.
33:41I look at her coldly.
33:42The cheating rate number above her head is dropping wildly, from 99% down to zero.
33:47But it no longer matters.
33:48One act of betrayal is enough for a lifetime.
33:51She chose betrayal.
33:52Now she has to pay for it.
33:53My voice is icy and devoid of all emotion.
33:56Let go of me.
33:57Isabel won't let go.
33:59She clings to my leg.
34:00Honey, I beg you.
34:01Please forgive me.
34:02I can't live without you.
34:04Rebecca and Kieran drop to their knees.
34:06They beg for my forgiveness.
34:08Michael, we were wrong.
34:09We shouldn't have been greedy and let Isabel betray you.
34:12Please give us one more chance.
34:14Help us repay the debts.
34:15We'll repay you in the future.
34:16I know they aren't truly remorseful.
34:18They lost a wealthy son-in-law and are drowning in debt.
34:21They're just desperate.
34:24Such fake repentance doesn't work on me.
34:26I kick Isabel away, then shove Rebecca and Kieran, who are kneeling on the ground, aside.
34:31I gave you a chance, but you wasted it.
34:33Now it's too late to say this.
34:35Your debts are not my concern.
34:37Don't come to me again or you're gonna regret it.
34:39With that, I turn and get into my car.
34:41I start the engine and drive off.
34:43I leave their desperate cries far behind me, drawing a clean line between us for good.
34:48I drive to a bar.
34:49Heavy metal music vibrates through the floor.
34:51Arm around my friend, I gulp down a glass of whiskey.
34:54I slap the table, laughing wildly.
34:57That feels good.
34:58The family drama's gone.
35:00I'm finally free to enjoy my life.
35:03My friend pours another drink.
35:04This is how it should be.
35:05With your ability, you can have any woman.
35:07No point stressing over someone unworthy.
35:10I raise my refilled glass and clink his.
35:12The glass makes a crisp sound.
35:14You're right.
35:15Here's to freedom.
35:16At 2 a.m., drunk enough, I leave the bar.
35:19Cold rain immediately pours down over me.
35:21Under the dim streetlight, a thin figure is curled up beneath the eaves.
35:25It's Isabel.
35:26She's soaked through.
35:27Her hair sticks to her pale cheeks.
35:28Her elegant clothes are rumpled, mud-stained, looking utterly miserable.
35:33Seeing me, her eyes light up.
35:35She stumbles toward me, voice choked with tears.
35:38Mike, you're finally here.
35:40I stop walking and look at her coldly.
35:42She reaches out to grab my sleeve, but I step aside.
35:45Her hand misses and stops in midair.
35:47The hope on her face turns into disappointment.
35:49Her voice trembles.
35:50Tears mix with rain and drip from her chin.
35:52Mike, I know I was wrong.
35:54I really know I was wrong.
35:55I shouldn't have fallen for Tristan and betrayed you.
35:58Can you give me another chance?
35:59I've cut him off, deleted his contacts.
36:01Only you matter.
36:02This family can't exist without you.
36:04She shivered, lips blue, yet still staring.
36:07I let out a cold laugh.
36:09My tone is full of mockery and ice.
36:11Isabel, not everyone deserves forgiveness.
36:13You slept with Tristan and lied to me with your mother.
36:15You helped him harm my company.
36:17You even tried to ruin my reputation, remember?
36:19I step forward and look down at her.
36:21The disgust in my eyes is clear.
36:23Isabel trembles all over.
36:25Her lips quiver, speechless.
36:26Her tears fall even harder.
36:28I know I was terribly wrong.
36:30I know I betrayed you, but I have no other way.
36:32Mike, I'm pregnant with our child.
36:34The baby can't be without a father.
36:36Please give me one more chance, okay?
36:38My eyes widen suddenly.
36:40The cold smirk on my face freezes.
36:41It feels like something is crashing in my chest.
36:44She's burying my child.
36:45Without thinking, I look at Isabel's stomach.
36:47You're saying you're carrying my child.
36:49What proof do you have?
36:50I tame the turmoil in my heart.
36:52Isabel pulls a crumpled lab report from her plastic bag.
36:55She holds it out urgently.
36:57This is the hospital report.
36:59Look, it says I'm six weeks pregnant.
37:01I take the report and examine it carefully under the dim light.
37:05Her name is printed on it.
37:06Six weeks pregnant.
37:07All indicators are normal.
37:09As I read it, my walls begin to crumble.
37:11Even my cold heart stirs slightly.
37:13I take a deep breath.
37:14My tone softens a little.
37:16Even if you're carrying my child, I can't forgive you now.
37:19Get up.
37:19Come back with me.
37:20I'll get the doctor to give you a full checkup.
37:22Your behavior will decide your end.
37:24Hearing this, her eyes light up again.
37:26She grabs my sleeve tightly.
37:28Mike, thank you.
37:29Thank you for giving me another chance.
37:31I won't disappoint you.
37:32I step aside, avoiding her touch.
37:34Disgust lingers.
37:35But for the child, I have to endure.
37:37I drive Isabel back to what used to be our home.
37:41Everything looks the same, just dust covered.
37:43Echoing the emptiness.
37:45I toss out one line and head to the study, leaving her alone.
37:48You'll stay in the guest room.
37:50The master bedroom is off limits.
37:52I keep my word.
37:54I arrange for the best obstetrician to examine Isabel.
37:58The results confirm that she's six weeks pregnant.
38:00The baby is developing well.
38:01That completely eases my doubts and softens my attitude toward her.
38:06I have the housekeeper prepare nutritious meals daily.
38:08I also make time to walk with her and take her to prenatal checkups.
38:12Isabel behaves obediently.
38:13She's gentle and attentive now, no longer scheming.
38:16The number above her head stays fixed at 13, without any change.
38:19Watching her guard her belly, my icy heart softens.
38:23But I know there will always be a barrier between us.
38:26That night, when I come home from work, I see Isabel sitting on the couch, wiping her tears.
38:30Her face looks pale.
38:32My heart tightens.
38:33I quickly walk over and ask,
38:34What's wrong?
38:35Are you feeling unwell?
38:36Is the baby okay?
38:38Isabel lifts her head.
38:39Her eyes are red.
38:40She choked.
38:41No, the baby's fine.
38:42My mom just called.
38:43Lone sharks came again.
38:45They beat Kieran.
38:46They have nowhere left to turn.
38:47They want me to ask you to help pay back part of the debt.
38:50My face darkens.
38:51Anger surges.
38:52I told you, their debt isn't my responsibility.
38:55They must face the consequences of their actions.
38:58Isabel grabs my hand, her tone pleading.
39:00But they're my family.
39:02I can't just watch them being bullied.
39:04Mike, just help them this once.
39:06I promise I'll stop meddling.
39:07Do it for our child, okay?
39:09I look at Isabel's pitiful expression and think about our child.
39:13In the end, I soften.
39:14I can help with part of it.
39:16And that's all.
39:17Tomorrow, I'll wire you $500,000.
39:20Isabel breaks into a grateful smile.
39:22She nods repeatedly.
39:23Thank you, Mike.
39:24You're the best.
39:25I knew you cared about me and the baby the most.
39:27A few days later, I take Isabel to her second prenatal checkup.
39:30I ask the hospital's president to do the fetal examination.
39:34Elliot holds the report, brows furrowed, looking serious.
39:37While Isabel is sent for other examinations, Elliot lowers his voice and speaks gravely.
39:41Mr. Erickson, there's something I must tell you.
39:44After detailed testing, we've found that Ms. Murray isn't pregnant.
39:47The report was likely forged.
39:49Feeling like lightning has struck me, I freeze in place.
39:51I stare at Elliot in disbelief.
39:53What did you say?
39:54Say that again.
39:55Elliot nods and confirms firmly.
39:57Yes, Mr. Erickson.
39:59Ms. Murray's hormone levels don't match the pregnancy indicators.
40:02Isabel's face turns deathly pale.
40:04She can barely stand.
40:05Her eyes are filled with panic and fear.
40:07I'm clearly pregnant.
40:08I have the lab report.
40:09How can you say otherwise?
40:10No, that's impossible.
40:12Dr. Frazier, did you make a mistake?
40:14I look down at her.
40:15A mistake?
40:16Are you saying all three tests were wrong?
40:18Or were you never pregnant from the start?
40:19Isabel stiffens.
40:21Her eyes dart around in panic.
40:22No, I really carried your child.
40:24Why don't you believe me?
40:25I stand up and shake off her hand with my foot.
40:28My voice rises sharply.
40:30Isabel, tell me the truth.
40:31Why?
40:32Why did you fake the report to fool me?
40:34The door isn't fully closed.
40:36Medical staff and passersby have heard the commotion and stopped to watch.
40:39Isabel turns pale, lips trembling, panic rising.
40:43I glance at the gathering crowd.
40:45My voice rises for all to hear.
40:48You can't say it?
40:49I'll spit it out then.
40:50This woman is my wife.
40:52Yet she cheats on me with another man.
40:54She and her mother team up to lie to me.
40:55She helps her lover harm my company.
40:57She wants to destroy and bankrupt me.
41:00Gasps ripple through the crowd.
41:01Whispers erupt instantly.
41:03Disgusted looks fall on Isabel.
41:05Her face turns green.
41:06She scrambles up to silence me.
41:08Stop talking nonsense, Mike.
41:10You can't slander me.
41:11I step aside to dodge her.
41:13Then I shove her to the ground.
41:14Nonsense.
41:15I have footage of you and Tristan at a hotel and you searching for the USB token in my briefcase.
41:20Want me to show them?
41:21Looking pale, she shakes her head frantically.
41:24The murmurs around us stab at her like needles.
41:26She covers her head, trembling uncontrollably.
41:29I continue, my voice dripping with ridicule.
41:32Her mother and brother are even more greedy.
41:34Over the years, they squeeze me dry.
41:36House, car, job.
41:37They want it all.
41:38Greedy as hell.
41:39They even ask me for a villa, a Maybach, and $500,000.
41:43When I refuse, they throw tantrums and call me ungrateful.
41:46And this woman stands by her family and pressures me.
41:49She shows no regard at all for our marriage.
41:51Now, when her scheme fails, she forges a pregnancy test to trap me with a non-existent child so she
41:56can keep draining me for money.
41:57Does she fit to be a wife or a mother?
42:00People around us begin cursing her, outraged on my behalf.
42:03Seeing the contempt and hearing whispers, Isabel breaks.
42:07She collapses onto the floor, sobbing loudly.
42:10Seeing this, Elliot quickly calls the staff.
42:13Everyone, please disperse.
42:14Do not get in the way.
42:15I take out my phone and call a reporter in front of Isabel, tone calm.
42:19Is this Metro morning news?
42:21I have a major story here.
42:22Would you like a scoop?
42:23When Isabel hears this, she cries even harder.
42:26She crawls over, clutching my leg and begging.
42:28Mike, no, please don't call the reporters.
42:31I'll never do it again.
42:32I'll pay all the debts.
42:34Please don't ruin me.
42:35I kick her away, gaze icy.
42:37Now you regret it?
42:38Too late.
42:39When you did all this, you should have known you'd lose everything.
42:43I hang up and look at Isabel on the floor.
42:45There isn't a shred of pity in me.
42:47What she does is beyond forgiveness.
42:49Her deception and betrayal not only hurt me, they trample the very foundation of marriage.
42:53Before long, several reporters arrive, and they swarm Isabel with questions.
42:58They ask if she conspired with another man, if she forged the lab report.
43:02They ask what she is thinking.
43:04Why would she betray such a great husband?
43:06Does she regret it?
43:07Isabel is surrounded by the reporters.
43:09In the end, she faints on the spot.
43:11Medical staff rush her onto a hospital bed and begin treating her.
43:14I watch the scene unfold, then turn and leave without hesitation.
43:17Soon, headlines about her cheating, faking pregnancy, and greed go viral, sparking online
43:23debates.
43:26People flood the comments, condemning Isabel and her family.
43:29Isabel loses her job and her reputation.
43:31She becomes a social outcast, shunned everywhere.
43:34And all of this is the result of her own actions.
43:37It's the heavy price she pays for her deception and betrayal.
43:39I stand at my office window, watching the traffic below.
43:43With a glass of red wine in my hand, I smile coldly.
43:46After divorcing Isabel, I bury myself in work.
43:49Using my ability and leverage over Brandon, I strip him of power.
43:54Half a year later, I acquire all his shares.
43:57The finance firm becomes mine.
43:59I become the sole shareholder and chairman, achieving professional success.
44:04Now my net worth reaches the billions.
44:06There are gorgeous women around me, but I'll never trust easily again, especially women.
44:11I'll use my ability to see cheating rates to choose carefully, and avoid the same mistake.
44:15I stand in my top floor office, looking over the city.
44:18My heart swells with emotion.
44:20The betrayal hurts deeply, but also makes me stronger.
44:22It's a lesson about greed and hypocrisy.
44:24I also learned that only by growing stronger can I have true happiness.
44:28From now on, I'll give my best to boost my company further and build my own business empire.
44:33As for those who betray and hurt me, they can spend the rest of their lives in endless regret and
44:37suffering.
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