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