Vanessa immediately stepped back, her confidence collapsing in seconds. “M-Madame Vaughn, I didn’t know—he approached me first! I swear, I had no idea you were his wife!”
Her voice trembled as she distanced herself from him, as though even standing near him could destroy her.
Adrian dropped to his knees.
Right there, in front of everyone.
The same man who had looked down on me, mocked me, and humiliated me just hours earlier now bowed his head, his pride completely shattered.
“Clara, please!” he begged, his voice breaking. “I didn’t mean any of it! I was drunk—I wasn’t thinking! I love you! We’re married—you can’t do this!”
He reached toward me in desperation, but two guards stepped forward instantly, blocking him.
I took a small step back.
“Don’t touch my dress,” I said sharply. “You might ruin it… just like you said earlier.”
His hand froze midair.
I turned slightly. “Mr. Blackwood.”
“Yes, Madame,” he answered immediately.
“Terminate his position. Effective immediately. Cancel his promotion, revoke all privileges, and ensure his name is blacklisted across every partner corporation.”
