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I Can See Through Hearts (DUBBED)
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00:00I can see a number floating above everyone's head.
00:02Once the cheating rate hits 100%,
00:04it shows their likelihood of cheating.
00:06After looking carefully, I found a beautiful, kind woman.
00:09Her cheating rate is zero.
00:10But one day, I realized something.
00:12Her cheating rate is surging fast.
00:14For over 20 years, I've never seen numbers rise that quick.
00:17I first understood what those numbers meant
00:19when I was in middle school.
00:21After my parents fought and divorced,
00:22I realized the number above each head was their cheating rate.
00:25With my parents as a warning,
00:26I swore I'd find a beautiful, kind wife with an extremely low divorce risk.
00:30It wasn't easy, but my effort paid off.
00:32In college, I actually found her,
00:34and her cheating rate was practically zero.
00:36She's Isabel Murray, two years older than me.
00:38She was truly beautiful.
00:40She had an innocent, clean-cut look.
00:42Her family was poor.
00:43She relied only on her mother and brother.
00:45Her dad was a gambler.
00:46He ran off, leaving them over $100,000 in debt.
00:50None of that was a problem.
00:51All these years, I've used my ability to see cheating rates
00:53to make plenty of money quietly.
00:55A woman with a near-zero cheating rate is extremely rare.
00:58To avoid my parents' mistake, I had to hold on tight.
01:01So I chased her hard.
01:02I even paid off her debts.
01:03After we married, she was loving and always gentle with me.
01:07Since my parents divorced, I finally felt a real home.
01:10But about a week ago,
01:11my sweet, devoted wife had her cheating rate change overnight.
01:14It jumped from 0.08% to 43%.
01:18At first, I didn't take it too seriously.
01:20Sometimes the number can be affected
01:22just by seeing attractive people in videos.
01:24Like my best friend, despite being married,
01:26when he sees a pretty girl in a video or a photo,
01:29his cheating rate still shifts a little,
01:30usually between 30% and 50%.
01:33But gradually, I know something is off.
01:35Because her cheating rate keeps rising.
01:37In five days, it got from 43% to 83%.
01:41That means only 17% remains before she will cheat.
01:44That's when I can't sit still.
01:46I think about the past few days,
01:47how Isabelle would sneak around at night calling and texting someone.
01:50She said it was a friend.
01:51She acted calm, but she was hiding her panic.
01:54Because her rate had been near zero,
01:56I naively believed she was sharing embarrassing girl talk.
01:59Now, I figure she's been chatting with some pretty boy.
02:01I got angrier.
02:02I've fought my way up for years.
02:04At 25, I became a finance director at a finance firm.
02:07My future looks wide open.
02:09I have a car and a home.
02:10I even paid to renovate her family's house back home.
02:12I treat her unbelievably well.
02:14I can't understand what kind of pretty boy can get her hooked like that
02:17and make her want to betray our union.
02:19After thinking it over, I decide to watch a little longer.
02:22She's my wife, and I still love her.
02:24As long as her number doesn't cross 100%,
02:26I can give her one more chance.
02:28That Friday night, Isabelle was clearly unsettled.
02:31She's restless.
02:32She's unlike her usual calm self.
02:34Even when I'm home, she looks like she's been caught.
02:37Her face is full of worry.
02:39I look up.
02:39Her number rose from 83% to 96%.
02:42It even glows red.
02:44In blinding red, I keep my face neutral, but inside, I go cold.
02:49I know she's one chance away from cheating.
02:51Like gas on a spark, it'll ignite instantly.
02:54When dinner is ready, Isabelle holds her plate and eats in tiny bites,
02:58but her mind isn't on the food.
02:59I stay composed and joke like it's nothing.
03:02Honey, when I got home, you were restless, like a mouse seeing a cat.
03:06Did you betray me behind my back?
03:09At those words, I see Isabelle shudder hard.
03:12She almost drops the plate.
03:14She's clearly scared.
03:15Her head is full of that pretty boy, so she feels guilty.
03:19Isabelle stammers, forcing herself to act calm.
03:21Uh, no.
03:23Honey, you're getting more and more ridiculous.
03:25How can you joke like that?
03:26She even shoots me a sharp glare.
03:28But the shaking plate shows that she's anything but calm.
03:30It's just a joke.
03:32Why the big reaction?
03:33I smile.
03:34Then, I deliberately bring up a story.
03:36Oh, honey.
03:37Today, a friend told me that one of his female employees, who used to be well-behaved, gentle,
03:42and devoted, ended up cheating.
03:44Her husband went insane.
03:45He rushed to the office with a butcher knife and hacked her repeatedly.
03:48She survived, but she was disabled for life.
03:51And she could never be a mother.
03:52All because she cheated.
03:53That woman paid such a huge price.
03:55And it wasn't worth it.
03:57I wonder if she'll regret it when she's in a wheelchair, thinking back on that one impulse.
04:01At that, Isabel turns deathly pale.
04:04Her plate hits the floor and shatters.
04:06And the number above her head starts changing wildly.
04:11I pretend to care.
04:13Honey, what's wrong?
04:15Did that story scare you?
04:16Isabel panics.
04:18She can't look at me.
04:19She mumbles.
04:20Yeah, that's terrifying.
04:22By the way, why did you share something so scary?
04:24As she speaks, she looks up at me, trying to read my face for any clue.
04:28I smile.
04:29We always talk sweet stuff.
04:31I just thought we'd mix in something different.
04:33You're not overthinking, right?
04:34Isabel blurts.
04:35No, not at all.
04:36Just caught me off guard.
04:37Then she finishes her food and goes to the bedroom.
04:40I quietly pick up a green bean and laugh coldly.
04:43I told that story to warn her.
04:44It serves as my final warning.
04:46After all, I still have deep feelings for her.
04:48Maybe I can still save this marriage.
04:50But if she insists on it, she can't blame me.
04:53At least I've done my part.
04:55Over the next few days, Isabel behaves herself.
04:57She becomes gentle again.
04:58Maybe she's really shaken by that story.
05:01But when Rebecca Evans, my mother-in-law, starts her tricks, all that affection dies in that moment.
05:06That afternoon, Isabel calls me.
05:08Honey, order takeout tonight.
05:10I'm going back to my parents to visit my mom.
05:12I ask, confused.
05:14Did something happen there?
05:15Want me to come along?
05:16Isabel refuses immediately.
05:18No, nothing's wrong over there.
05:20I'm just visiting mom.
05:21And you have work to do.
05:22You don't need to come.
05:23But I truly have things to finish at work.
05:26And I can't leave.
05:27So, I plan to pick her up after work.
05:29After work, I head straight to Rebecca's place.
05:32More than two hours later, I arrive at her house.
05:34When she sees me, she frowns, looking disgusted.
05:37Why are you here?
05:38I'm used to her attitude.
05:40It isn't new.
05:41It feels awful, but I swallow it.
05:43Isabel was rushing back.
05:44Worried something happened, I came to check.
05:46Is there anything I can do?
05:47Also, didn't Isabel come back?
05:49Where is she?
05:50I know Rebecca's temperament.
05:51I say it all in one breath, going straight to the point.
05:54I don't want a pointless argument.
05:56Rebecca looks impatient.
05:57She says flatly, Isabel already went home.
06:00I was stunned.
06:01I stare at her, frown, and lower my voice.
06:04Mom, Isabel clearly told me she was with you.
06:07Rebecca's face goes dark instantly.
06:09I just sprained my ankle.
06:11It's nothing serious.
06:12She dropped off supplements and left.
06:14But you come here without bringing a single gift.
06:17What kind of son-in-law does that?
06:19My ankles hurt.
06:20Give me 20 grand.
06:21I need to buy some supplements.
06:23As she speaks, she grabs her phone and clicks open her PayPal.
06:27Her entitled expression makes my anger spike.
06:30Every time I visit, she finds new excuses to ask me for money.
06:34From thousands to over 10,000.
06:36She's always so self-righteous as if I owe her by birth.
06:39I respect elders and can afford it.
06:41But this kind of robbery-like demand is hard for anyone to bear.
06:44My sincerity seems to have made her swell with pride.
06:48She thinks she can control me through Isabel and keep feeding her greed.
06:53I clench my fists.
06:54I don't want to argue.
06:55I take out my phone, scan her code, and key in 20 grand.
06:59When Rebecca hears the alert, she doesn't even say thanks.
07:02She walks briskly inside and slams the door shut.
07:06There isn't a trace of any injured ankle.
07:08When I see that, the last warmth on my face vanishes completely.
07:12What are those two plotting?
07:14Is Rebecca covering for Isabel?
07:17I head straight home.
07:18My mind is a complete mess.
07:20It's nearly 11 p.m. when I get home.
07:22The house is silent.
07:23A dim nightlight glows in the living room.
07:25I open the door quietly.
07:27I don't want to wake Isabel.
07:28I walk into the bedroom.
07:30Sure enough, I see her lying asleep in bed.
07:32But between her brows, there's obvious exhaustion.
07:34I instinctively look above her head.
07:36My eyes widen instantly.
07:38It feels like a hand has gripped my heart.
07:40I can't breathe for half a second.
07:41The number above her head is no longer a percentage.
07:44It has turned into a glaring red digit.
07:46That single number no longer means cheating rate.
07:49It shows how many times she has cheated.
07:51Four times in one night.
07:52A chill rushes from my feet to my head.
07:55In that instant, all the blood in my body freezes.
07:57I thought that choosing a wife with a near zero cheating rate would prevent betrayal.
08:01Now, I realize that temporary loyalty doesn't mean lifelong faithfulness.
08:05I have a strong feeling that what she did this time is likely planned with Rebecca.
08:09That excuse of her going home is just a cover for her to sneak out for an affair.
08:13She thinks it is flawless and that no one will know.
08:16But the number above her head has exposed her completely.
08:19Isabel, oh Isabel, I treat you well, and this is how you repay me.
08:23Since you've wronged me, don't blame me for being ruthless.
08:26I quietly close the door and contact a private investigator.
08:29I send a message.
08:30Watch Isabel around the clock.
08:32Track all her movements.
08:33Focus on any contact with other men.
08:35I set my phone down.
08:37My mind keeps replaying every moment with Isabel.
08:39From the first time I saw her in college, noticing her near zero cheating rate.
08:43To learning about her family's struggles and willingly paying off their debt.
08:47To our wedding day, when she promised to love me forever.
08:50My most precious memories have turned into blades in my chest.
08:54I walk to the liquor cabinet.
08:55I take out a bottle of whiskey and drink it straight from the bottle.
08:58The burns slide down my throat, scorching my chest.
09:01Yet, it can't ease the rage inside me.
09:04Back when I pursued her, I arrived half an hour early at the cafe where she worked.
09:08Rain or shine, I never missed a day.
09:10Her brother, Kieran, needed tuition fees.
09:12I helped out without hesitation.
09:14Even threw in another $20,000 allowance.
09:16When Rebecca mentioned back pain,
09:18I had a top orthopedist at Ridgeview Hospital Treater.
09:21Paid all medical bills and therapy fees.
09:23I have given them everything I have.
09:25But they betray me together.
09:26The feeling of being abandoned almost suffocates me.
09:29But I force myself to calm down.
09:31I'm already a finance director at 25.
09:34I earn it not by acting on impulse,
09:36but by strategy and precision.
09:38I will make them pay for what they've done.
09:41In the following days, I go to work as usual.
09:44I stay gentle with Isabel.
09:46She seems completely relaxed.
09:48She greets me with smiles and even makes breakfast for me.
09:51But the number above her head stays at 4.
09:53Beside it is a pulsing percentage, rising fast from 30%.
09:57On Wednesday night, I stay late on purpose, past 9 p.m.
10:00The smell of food hits me.
10:02Isabel walks out in an apron.
10:04She wears a sweet smile.
10:06Honey, you're back.
10:07I made your favorite food, garlic butter prawn.
10:10I walk over and hug her from behind.
10:13Her familiar perfume fills my nose.
10:15Inside, I feel nothing.
10:16There's only cold disgust.
10:18I whisper in her ear,
10:19Thanks for this, honey.
10:20You waited up for me.
10:21That must have been hard.
10:22But my eyes fall on her number.
10:24It's now 67%.
10:25During dinner, she keeps adding food to my plate.
10:28She chatters non-stop about her day.
10:30She says she shops with a friend.
10:32She says Rebecca calls about me,
10:34saying she needs to take care of me.
10:36I give short replies while looking at her.
10:38Her eyes keep darting.
10:40She keeps touching her phone.
10:42She's clearly waiting for a message.
10:44Halfway through, her phone vibrates.
10:46Her eyes light up.
10:47Then she masks it fast.
10:48She puts it down after a quick glance.
10:50She says her friend sent her a video.
10:52But I don't expose her.
10:53I just give a cold smile.
10:55I already know that this best friend is likely the man she cheats with.
10:59Her fake calm is almost laughable.
11:03Thursday afternoon,
11:04I am reviewing an important report when my phone rings.
11:07It's Kieran.
11:08Raising a brow,
11:09I answer the call.
11:10My tone stays flat.
11:12Hello, Kieran.
11:13What's up?
11:14His voice carries forced enthusiasm.
11:16It sounds fake.
11:17Michael!
11:18It's nothing major.
11:19My girlfriend wants to watch that new sci-fi movie.
11:22I'm tied up right now.
11:23Can you go with her?
11:24Maybe grab dinner, too.
11:25She wants to try that restaurant you mentioned.
11:28I sneer inside.
11:29Last time, it's Rebecca.
11:31Now it's Kieran.
11:32I agree without hesitation.
11:34No problem.
11:35Send me her contact.
11:37I'll pick her up after work.
11:38I'll treat her well and make sure she enjoys.
11:41After hanging up, I message Arthur.
11:43She'll likely go out tonight.
11:45Watch her closely.
11:46And check on Kieran's girlfriend, Dorothy Campbell.
11:48See if she knows nothing about this.
11:50He replied quickly.
11:51Got it, Mr. Erickson.
11:52I've assigned someone to follow her.
11:54She just left work.
11:55She's heading downtown.
11:56I'll check on Dorothy.
11:58When work ends, I pack up and leave.
12:00Using the contact Kieran sends, I reach Dorothy.
12:03I drive to the mall entrance and pick her up.
12:05Dorothy is a sweet-looking girl.
12:07She wears a white dress.
12:09Her voice is soft.
12:10She keeps saying, thank you, Michael.
12:12I didn't want to bother you, but Kieran is too busy.
12:15I'm really sorry.
12:17I smile back.
12:18But inside, I'm plotting.
12:20From what I see, Dorothy doesn't seem aware.
12:22She's likely being used to distract me.
12:24I take her to that restaurant first.
12:27We sit by the window.
12:28During dinner, I bring up Kieran.
12:30I ask when they plan to marry.
12:32She blushes, she says shyly.
12:34Nothing's set yet.
12:35Kieran wants to save more.
12:36He'll give me a big wedding as to not upset me.
12:38I sneer inside.
12:39Making just 10 grand a month.
12:41After his spending and dates, he saves almost nothing.
12:44That grand wedding is just empty talk.
12:46In the end, he'll expect me to pay.
12:48Too bad for them.
12:49They don't get that chance.
12:50I once loved Isabelle.
12:51That's why I support her whole family.
12:53Now, I wait to catch her in the act.
12:55She leaves with nothing.
12:56Not a single penny.
12:58After dinner, I take Dorothy to the movies.
13:00Before we go in, I receive a message from Arthur.
13:03In the photo, Isabelle is walking beside a man into a hotel called Lovenest.
13:07The man's profile looks familiar, but I can't place him.
13:10I reply, keep an eye on her.
13:13The movie runs over two hours.
13:14I'm not paying attention.
13:16All I see in my head are images of them together and her family's grief.
13:19After it ends, I drive Dorothy home safely.
13:22Then, I head back to my house.
13:23On the way, I call Kieran.
13:25The movie's over.
13:26I dropped Dorothy off.
13:28Don't worry.
13:29She had a great time.
13:30He thanks me repeatedly.
13:31Thanks, Michael.
13:32I appreciate it.
13:33I owe you one.
13:34I'll treat you later.
13:35I smile and say, we're family.
13:37Don't worry about it.
13:38After I hang up, my smile vanishes.
13:41Kieran's gratitude will cost him a lifetime.
13:44When I get home, it is past 1 a.m.
13:46Isabelle is asleep.
13:48I step into the bedroom quietly.
13:50Her number has changed from 4 to 7.
13:52The percentage is gone.
13:53Unbelievable.
13:54In just a few hours, it goes up three more times.
13:57Shameless.
13:57It seems that man satisfies her more than I do.
14:00I turn to leave when my phone vibrates.
14:03It's a file from Arthur.
14:04It contains dozens of clear photos and videos.
14:07I check the photos in the living room.
14:09Seeing the man's face, my eyes widen.
14:11I never expect this.
14:13The man is Tristan Middleton, a mid-level manager in my department who's four years my senior.
14:17He's good-looking and competent at work.
14:19He 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 affair.
14:27And because I saw his 89% cheating rate, I knew he'd slip eventually, so I planned ahead and blocked
14:33his chance.
14:33I don't expect him to resent me.
14:35He doesn't dare provoke me at work, so he targets Isabelle.
14:38He stoops to such a low tactic.
14:40How petty and vile.
14:41In the video, Tristan holds her close, whispering sweet words in her ear.
14:45She laughs brightly, staring at him with longing, and kisses his cheat.
14:49That bold display is nothing like the gentle wife I know.
14:52I keep watching.
14:54An audio clip catches my attention.
14:56Tristan's voice sounds calculating and greedy.
14:59Isabelle, Michael's USB holds core financial data.
15:02If I get it, I can alter the numbers and frame him for embezzlement.
15:05Then, the director's role will be mine.
15:08Isabelle sounds hesitant, but he guards it closely.
15:10Only he and Mr. Robertson know the code.
15:13How can I get it?
15:14Tristan chuckles.
15:15His tone is dismissive.
15:17You're his wife.
15:18He won't suspect you.
15:19While he sleeps, check his briefcase.
15:21You'll find it.
15:22As for the code, I guess it's his birthday or your anniversary.
15:26Try a few times.
15:27When I take on the director role, I'll divorce and marry you.
15:29By then, the company's finances are in my hands.
15:32I'll buy you anything you want.
15:33You won't have to live under Michael's shadow.
15:35Kieran's wedding gifts won't be a concern.
15:37She agrees at once.
15:39I'll do as you say.
15:40Just keep your word.
15:41My face goes cold as I turn off the video.
15:44Tristan wants my job, and he wants to ruin my name.
15:47He's completely unhinged, and Isabelle is foolish enough to be manipulated.
15:51For some fake luxury, she betrays me and breaks the law.
15:55She's beyond saving.
15:56No wonder she falls for his sweet lies.
15:59I take out my phone and text Arthur.
16:01Dig up everything on Tristan, including his family background, bank accounts, other affairs,
16:06and recent transactions.
16:07The more, the better.
16:08Then, I call my attorney.
16:10When he answers, I get straight to it.
16:12Mr. Cole, I need you to draft a divorce agreement.
16:14Also, I have evidence of possible embezzlement and marital infidelity.
16:18Tell me how to handle it for maximum leverage.
16:20After I hang up, I let out a long breath.
16:23The plan is in motion.
16:25Now, I wait to strike hard.
16:28Friday morning, I go to work.
16:29As I step into my office, Tristan is sitting in my chair, a file in his hand.
16:33He wears a mocking smile.
16:35His eyes are full of contempt.
16:37He speaks lightly, with hidden meaning.
16:39Mr. Erickson, why are you late?
16:40Had a rough night?
16:41I don't get angry.
16:42Smiling, I walk over and sit across from him.
16:45Mr. Middleton, my office isn't open to everyone.
16:48Did you forget the company policy?
16:50Tristan stands up and steps closer, looking down at me.
16:54Michael, don't get too cocky.
16:56That seat will be mine.
16:57Trust me.
16:58Soon enough, you'll be ruined, with nothing left.
17:01I reply calmly, meeting Tristan's eyes.
17:03You don't have it in you.
17:05Mr. Middleton, stop wasting your time, focus on your work, or you'll fail the review again
17:10and get scolded by Mr. Robertson.
17:11That'd be embarrassing.
17:12His face darkens instantly.
17:14Performance ratings matter most to him.
17:16Last time, he ranked last and was publicly criticized.
17:20He never gets over it.
17:21I bring it up on purpose to hit his sore spot.
17:24He spits out a threat, then storms out of my office.
17:27Just wait.
17:28On his way out, he slams the door.
17:30Watching him retreat, I sneer.
17:32How dare he take me on with such measly skills?
17:35He's overestimating himself.
17:36I'll show him what it means to hurt himself.
17:39At lunch, I sit at his table on purpose.
17:41Other colleagues are there, too.
17:43I casually mention the company is auditing finances, and a large sum of money has an unclear
17:47trail.
17:48Brandon even sets up a special task force.
17:51Tristan freezes.
17:52His fork stops midair.
17:53Really?
17:54I hadn't heard.
17:55Mr. Erickson, you're well informed.
17:57I should learn from you.
17:58I pick up some food and say slowly,
18:00As finance director, I have to pay attention.
18:03After all, Mr. Robertson trusts me.
18:05That USB is vital.
18:07If it's lost or exposed, the fallout is severe.
18:09It could cost the company dearly and land the lead in court.
18:12Mr. Middleton, you don't handle core assets, so you may not understand.
18:16His face turns paler.
18:18He almost drops his fork.
18:20Tristan forces a smile and takes a sip of water.
18:23I really didn't know, but it has nothing to do with me.
18:26Who cares?
18:27I drop the topic and turn to chat with the others, but I can tell Tristan is on edge.
18:33He barely eats and keeps checking his phone.
18:35He's probably texting Isabel.
18:37That afternoon, Arthur calls.
18:39He sends Tristan's full profile.
18:41He's already married.
18:43His wife is a housewife and they have a three-year-old daughter.
18:45He cheats with Isabel and several other co-workers.
18:48With multiple affairs, his private life is a mess.
18:51His bank records show many unexplained deposits, likely supplier kickbacks.
18:55He also owes gambling debts over $2 million.
18:58That's why he's desperate for the director role.
19:00He plans to use it to embezzle funds to repay debts and feed his greed.
19:04After reading that, I feel even more certain.
19:06He has so many weaknesses.
19:08Taking him down is easy.
19:10I'm not just taking his job.
19:11I'm wrecking his name and sending him to jail.
19:13That evening, Isabel has dinner ready.
19:15When she sees me, she puts on a strange smile.
19:17She's weirdly attentive.
19:19Keeps serving me.
19:20Even pours my drink.
19:21Honey, you've worked hard.
19:23Have some wine and relax.
19:24I made hangover tea for you.
19:26Drink it.
19:26It's good for you.
19:27She lifts the glass and holds it out.
19:29I glance above her head.
19:31It's still 7.
19:32The percentage next to it is up to 99%.
19:34She's ready to act, it seems.
19:36Tonight, she'll meet Tristan and steal the USB token.
19:39I lift my glass with a smile and clink it with Isabel's.
19:42I drain it in one go.
19:43Sure, you're so thoughtful tonight.
19:45I'll have a few more.
19:46After dinner, Isabel offers to massage me.
19:49I lie on the couch.
19:50Her fingers press on my shoulders.
19:52Uneven and clumsy.
19:53She's distracted.
19:54Her mind isn't on me at all.
19:56I 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.
20:05I see her send a quick text before going into the bathroom.
20:08I pick up her phone.
20:09After unlocking, I open her messages.
20:11The latest text is to Tristan.
20:13He's had wine.
20:14He's lying down.
20:16I'll go and check his briefcase soon.
20:17Wait for my update.
20:18Tristan replies.
20:20Okay, call me once you get the USB token.
20:22When it's done, I'll buy you your desired designer bag.
20:25I screenshot everything, then put the phone back.
20:28I return to the couch and keep pretending while I wait for her next move.
20:32About half an hour later, Isabel steps out of the bathroom wearing a robe.
20:35Her hair is damp.
20:37She smells like soap.
20:38She approaches quietly.
20:40She whispers.
20:41Honey?
20:42She calls me a few times.
20:43I don't move.
20:45I keep my eyes shut, playing dead asleep.
20:47She looks tense, but also hopeful.
20:49She turns, carefully lifts my briefcase, and searches in the corner.
20:54I peek at Isabel.
20:56I sneer inside.
20:58Soon, she pulls the USB token from my briefcase.
21:00A smile spreads across her face.
21:02She takes it to the bedroom, opens her laptop, plugs it in, and types the password.
21:07Half a minute later, she cracks it.
21:09She looks pleased.
21:10Her fingers fly over the keys.
21:12What she doesn't know is that every move is captured by a camera I've installed in the bedroom.
21:17When 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.
21:25Once she falls asleep, I go to the briefcase, take out the fake USB token, and smirk.
21:31I check the transaction trail.
21:33Sure enough, $20 million has been transferred into an overseas account.
21:37The holder's info is fake.
21:38But through a tech expert I hire, I confirm the real controller is Tristan.
21:43He thinks he can frame me quietly.
21:45He's naive.
21:46Everything goes, as expected.
21:48Next, it's time to close the net.
21:50I'll make him and Isabel pay dearly for what they do.
21:53I look at Isabel's sleeping face.
21:55I feel no pity.
21:57If I didn't know, they would have destroyed me.
21:59I organize every piece of evidence, send it to Rowan and Arthur, and shut down the laptop.
22:04I lean back on the couch, waiting for Monday.
22:07Next Monday is their downfall.
22:09Over the weekend, I act as usual.
22:12I eat with Isabel and watch movies as if I know nothing.
22:15She acts normal, like before, just more uneasy.
22:18Sunday night, she tests the waters.
22:20Honey, has your company had any issues lately?
22:23Maybe financial problems?
22:25I look puzzled.
22:26No, everything is normal.
22:27Why?
22:29She looks away and waves her hands.
22:31Nothing.
22:32Just curious.
22:33You seem busy.
22:34I'm worried.
22:35I smile and pat her head.
22:38Relax.
22:38I'm fine.
22:39The company is stable.
22:40With me there, nothing will go wrong.
22:42I know she's anxious.
22:43She's trying to confirm if Tristan's plan works, but she can't ask directly, so she circles around it.
22:48Monday morning, I go to work as usual.
22:51As I enter the office, the mood feels off.
22:53People whisper.
22:54They keep glancing at me.
22:56Their expressions are strange.
22:57I know Tristan is already moving.
23:00He reports to Brandon that I embezzle funds, trying to ruin me.
23:03Sure enough, as I step inside the office, my secretary knocks and enters.
23:07Mr. Erickson, Mr. Robertson wants you in the meeting room.
23:10It's urgent.
23:11All executives are there.
23:12I nod, straighten my suit, and head to the meeting room.
23:16Understood.
23:17I'm coming.
23:18As I reach the meeting room, I hear Tristan.
23:20He shouts with fake outrage, loud enough for everyone to hear.
23:24Sir, Michael's gone too far.
23:25He embezzled $20 million.
23:27That's half our annual profit.
23:29He's outrageous.
23:30He doesn't deserve to be the finance director.
23:32Call the police and lock him up.
23:34I push the door open.
23:35All eyes turn to me.
23:37Brandon looks furious.
23:38Other executives stare in disapproval.
23:40When Tristan sees me walk in, he smirks and looks at me defiantly.
23:44Michael, you're finally here.
23:45Mr. Robertson is asking about the embezzlement.
23:48Just confess.
23:49You might get off easy.
23:50I ignore him, walk straight to Brandon, and say calmly,
23:53Mr. Robertson, it's not what he claims.
23:55I didn't embezzle the funds.
23:56This is a setup to frame me.
23:58Tristan sneers and points at me.
24:01Michael, why are you still denying?
24:03The system shows the $20 million was transferred using your USB token.
24:07Only you two know the code.
24:09Who else could it be?
24:10Brandon is furious.
24:12Michael, explain to me what is going on.
24:14I answer steadily.
24:16Mr. Robertson, the USB token is with me.
24:18I didn't leak the password, and I didn't move the money.
24:21Then I turn to Tristan.
24:23Mr. Middleton, you're eager to blame me.
24:25Is it because you transferred the money and tried to frame me?
24:27Tristan's face shifts.
24:29Panic flashes in his eyes.
24:30Nonsense!
24:31Why would I take company funds?
24:33I don't have the USB token or the password.
24:35You're slandering me.
24:36I give a cold laugh.
24:37I pull out my phone.
24:39It clearly records his entire plan with Isabel.
24:41The room goes silent.
24:43Everyone is stunned.
24:44Brandon's face hardens.
24:46Tristan, what's this?
24:48Explain yourself.
24:49Tristan turns pale.
24:51He trembles.
24:52He's speechless.
24:53He never expects proof.
24:54His perfect plan is fully exposed.
24:57I give him no chance.
24:58I continue, Mr. Robertson, there's more.
25:01I also have evidence of his massive gambling debt.
25:04He frames me to seize the director role,
25:06then embezzle more to repay debts and feed his greed.
25:09Tristan collapses.
25:10His legs give out.
25:12He drops to the floor, his eyes filling with despair.
25:14No!
25:15Mr. Robertson, I didn't.
25:17He framed me.
25:18These are all fake.
25:19You have to believe me.
25:20At that moment, the meeting room door opens.
25:22Several officers enter.
25:24They go straight to Tristan.
25:25They show a warrant.
25:26Tristan Middleton, you're suspected of illegal
25:28acts.
25:29You're under arrest.
25:30Come with us.
25:30He tries to resist, shouting.
25:32I didn't do it.
25:33They don't give him a chance.
25:35They lift him, snap the cuffs on, and drag him out.
25:38His face is filled with despair and resentment.
25:40Before he leaves, he glares at me.
25:42But I don't care.
25:43A 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.
25:53I didn't expect that from Tristan.
25:54Thanks for catching it, or the company could have lost bid.
25:57I smile and shake my head.
25:58It's nothing.
25:59I'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.
26:11His eyes are filled with fear and disbelief.
26:14You, how do you know?
26:15I smile faintly.
26:16That doesn't matter.
26:17What 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.
26:26I can also help you run the company better and boost its performance.
26:29His expression shifts.
26:31He finally nods.
26:32Fine.
26:32I agree.
26:33From now on, I'll follow your lead.
26:35I pat his shoulder, then walk out of the meeting room.
26:38That's better.
26:39In the following days, my position grows stronger.
26:42Brandon obeys me.
26:43The staff treats me with respect.
26:45No one questions me.
26:46I take control of most of the company's power.
26:48I lay the groundwork for a full takeover.
26:50After Tristan, I'll deal with Isabel and her greedy family.
26:54Wednesday afternoon, I have Rowan deliver the divorce papers home.
26:58The moment Isabel sees them, she stares at me in disbelief.
27:01Honey, why are you divorcing me?
27:03Did I do something wrong?
27:05Tell me.
27:06I'll change.
27:07I sneer at her act.
27:08Isabel, you know what you did.
27:10Don't pretend and act like you don't know.
27:12It's over.
27:14Just then, Rebecca and Kieran arrive.
27:17They come over after getting Isabel's call.
27:20They see the divorce papers right away.
27:22Rebecca explodes with rage.
27:24She gets so upset and starts screaming at me.
27:26Michael, you bastard!
27:28Are you seeing someone else?
27:30Rebecca raises her hand, trying to slap me.
27:33You bastard!
27:34You want to dump Isabel?
27:35I'm telling you.
27:36No 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!
27:49You've gone too far!
27:50How could you hit her?
27:51I have to hand it to Isabel.
27:53Your mom trips on her own.
27:54How'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?
28:24You'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,
28:32got Kieran a job at $10,000 a month, 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.
28:41You'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.
28:53I... 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.
29:21How 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.
30:30Isabel, 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.
30:38Kieran 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.
30:55She climbs up from the floor, greed written all over her face.
30:58Right, Michael.
30:59Our assets are marital property.
31:00You promised Kieran a villa, a Maybach, and $500,000.
31:04You 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.
31:22Denying 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.
32:18No!
32:19Impossible!
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.
32:28That'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.
32:54From 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.
33:06It'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.
33:29A 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.
33:36Anything.
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.
34:42I start the engine and drive off.
34:43I leave their desperate cries far behind me, drawing a clean line between us for good.
34:47I 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.
35:44Her 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.
36:05Lips 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.
36:19Remember?
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.
36:39The cold smirk on my face freezes.
36:42It 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, but 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, echoing 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.
38:05I 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.
38:20Watching her guard her belly, my icy heart softens.
38:22But I know there will always be a barrier between us.
38:25That 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?
38:37Is 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 Kiron.
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, and 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.
39:33Elliot 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.
40:01Isabel'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.
40:20Her 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.
40:29Isabel, 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 passers-by have heard the commotion and stopped to watch.
40:40Isabel 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,
41:17and 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, they 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,
41:52she forges a pregnancy test to trap me with a non-existent child
41:55so she can 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,
42:06Isabel 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,
42:18tone calm.
42:19Is this Metro morning news?
42:21I have a major story here.
42:22Would you like a scoop?
42:24When 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,
42:41you should have known you'd lose everything.
42:42I 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,
42:51they trample the very foundation of marriage.
42:54Before long, several reporters arrive,
42:56and they swarm Isabel with questions.
42:58They ask if she conspired with another man,
43:01if 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
43:13and begin treating her.
43:14I watch the scene unfold,
43:15then turn and leave without hesitation.
43:17Soon, headlines about her cheating,
43:20faking pregnancy,
43:21and greed go viral,
43:22sparking online debates.
43:26People flood the comments,
43:27condemning Isabel and her family.
43:29Isabel loses her job and her reputation.
43:31She becomes a social outcast,
43:33shunned everywhere.
43:34And all of this is the result of her own actions.
43:37It's the heavy price she pays
43:38for her deception and betrayal.
43:40I stand at my office window,
43:41watching the traffic below.
43:43With a glass of red wine in my hand,
43:45I smile coldly.
43:46After divorcing Isabel,
43:48I bury myself in work.
43:49Using my ability and leverage over Brandon,
43:52I strip him of power.
43:54Half a year later,
43:55I acquire all his shares.
43:57The finance firm becomes mine.
43:59I become the sole shareholder and chairman,
44:02achieving professional success.
44:04Now my net worth reaches the billions.
44:06There are gorgeous women around me.
44:08But I'll never trust easily again,
44:10especially women.
44:11I'll use my ability to see cheating rates
44:13to choose carefully
44:13and avoid the same mistake.
44:15I stand in my top floor office,
44:17looking over the city.
44:18My heart swells with emotion.
44:20The betrayal hurts deeply,
44:21but also makes me stronger.
44:22It's a lesson about greed and hypocrisy.
44:24I also learned that only by growing stronger
44:27can I have true happiness.
44:28From now on,
44:29I'll give my best to boost my company further
44:31and build my own business empire.
44:33As for those who betray and hurt me,
44:35they can spend the rest of their lives
44:36in endless regret and suffering.
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