Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

The crowd collectively gasped, all eyes snapping to the unexpected interloper.

It was a woman, her delicate features framed by loose clothing, her slightly rounded belly hinting at pregnancy. Who was she, and what gave her the nerve to barge in with such audacity?

When Abraham spotted Mallie, his dark eyes narrowed in disbelief. She had been a loyal companion for years, the most compliant and drama-free among his many flings. Lately, he'd been ignoring her, a tactic to remind her of her place. Yet, the idea of her betraying him seemed impossible.

His mind quickly leapt to the conclusion that someone else was behind this. But who? The thought made his brow crease deeply. He had an inkling, but accepting it was another matter entirely.

Thankfully, Abraham was no stranger to handling crises. Despite the chaos in his head, he swiftly collected himself. He signaled to Levi in the crowd while speaking to Mallie with a playful lilt over the microphone.

"Miss, it seems there might be some misunderstanding here. Let's talk this over after my speech. I'll listen to your concerns personally, okay?"

He maintained a calm and charming demeanor, like a father figure, which only fueled his supporters' disapproval of Mallie. Causing a scene at such a crucial event? What was she thinking?

Levi quickly reached Mallie, grinning as he grabbed her hand. "A pregnant lady, huh? Let me help you, so you don't stumble. Come on, let me guide you to the lounge."

To onlookers, Levi seemed courteous, but Mallie felt the crushing force of his grip on her wrist. Despite his friendly facade, she knew Levi was as cunning as they came, a true wolf in sheep's clothing.

Mallie was out of her depth, her fear palpable as she scanned the crowd for Selena. Then, she spotted Selena across the room, silently watching, her presence alone a bolster to Mallie's courage. For the sake of her child, she had no choice but to push forward. If she backed down now, their fate was sealed. Taking a stand was her only shot.

Mallie played the part, wincing as she fell to the ground. "Levi, are you resorting to manhandling a pregnant woman just to keep me quiet about your boss's dirty secrets?"

Her accusation blasted through the speakers, reverberating around the venue. Levi froze, shocked. "You're making things up. I was just helping you."

Ignoring him, Mallie launched into a full-blown tantrum. "I'm a pregnant woman! If I wasn't being mistreated, why would I make a scene like this? If you're so innocent, why not let me finish what I have to say?"

Abraham's face darkened visibly, not expecting Mallie to cause such a ruckus. In the stands, Selena watched with a satisfied smile. This was her plan all along.noveldrama

Facing off against someone like Abraham required a different approach, You couldn't overpower him with brute force or logic. He was a political veteran, skilled in twisting words and realities. Engaging him in a public showdown was a trap; he'd lead you astray, making it easy to lose your grip and your chance. Once lost, regaining the crowd's trust was nearly impossible.