My Two Billionaire Husbands: A Plan for Revenge-Chapter 158: Cursed and Blessed

Ethan offered to drive to the Mediterranean restaurant Cammy had reserved for their lunch meeting. Thanks to Cammy’s foresight in pre-ordering their meals during the reservation, they didn’t have to wait long for the food to be served.

As Ethan sliced into his lamb sliders, he glanced at Eve and asked, "So, how are you finding Cross Tech and your team so far?"

Eve smiled, her eyes glimmering with excitement. "Cammy has been an incredible mentor. She’s teaching me everything I need to know, and honestly, we’re almost done with the transition. She even handed over some of her tasks to me before we left for lunch."

Ethan nodded in approval. "That’s great to hear. How much longer do you think the training will take?"

"Probably by tomorrow," Eve replied confidently. "I’m already familiar with most of the tools the team uses. Cammy’s just guiding me through the process and design she created for the site, as well as how far she’s progressed with the project."

Ethan couldn’t help but smile. "Looks like you’re fitting in perfectly."

"Yeah, you can say that. I just hope everything goes smoothly until I finish the project," Eve said with a soft smile, trying to keep her tone light.

"Why wouldn’t it? Everything will be fine," Ethan replied with a reassuring smile.

But Harry, who had been silently slicing the meat on his plate, suddenly spoke, with a cold and sharp tone. "Or... maybe Ms. Ferguson is already anticipating something bad to happen so she has an excuse to quit."

Eve’s eyes narrowed slightly, but she quickly masked her expression and let out a subtle, sarcastic chuckle. "And why would I quit, Mr. Parker? Unlike others who were born with a silver spoon, I’m just an ordinary employee bound by a contract.

You think I have the luxury to walk away? I can’t even afford to pay the bond if I break that contract. But even if I could, I wouldn’t. Because I’d rather endure the hardship and finish what I started—for my daughter, who needs me to fight for her future."

Her voice trembled with restrained anger as her eyes burned with determination.

Harry slowly raised his eyes to her, surprised by the fierce response.

Eve smirked bitterly and picked up her glass. "Sorry to disappoint you... but I’m not that weak."

Harry placed his knife and fork down with a deliberate clank, his eyes locking onto Eve’s with an intimidating glare. He raised a brow and leaned slightly forward.

"Maybe if you let your daughter meet her father, she wouldn’t have to settle for the scraps you’re struggling to provide. If he was in her life, he could’ve given her everything she needed... and more. You wouldn’t be breaking your back working two jobs just to keep her fed and clothed," he said coldly.

Eve’s chest tightened as she clenched her fists beneath the table. She had been trying her best to stay composed and pretend she didn’t know this man, but Harry Parker was clearly pushing her to the edge.

With a deep breath, she slammed her utensils on the table, the sharp clang echoing through the room.

"Excuse me, Mr. Parker. My daughter is none of your damn business. My life, my decisions. So stay the hell out of it," she snapped, her voice trembling with suppressed rage.

Harry’s expression darkened, his own emotions spiraling out of control.

"Stay out of it? How can I stay out of it when you’ve been feeding everyone a lie?!" he barked, causing Chiqui and Ethan to freeze in shock.

The tension in the room became suffocating as the two stared at each other, their eyes burning with unspoken truths and years of unresolved pain. freēnovelkiss.com

Chiqui and Ethan exchanged nervous glances, utterly confused by what was unfolding before them.

What the hell was really going on between these two? The two, thought.

"This is the second time you’ve called me a liar, Mr. Parker!" Eve snapped, her voice trembling with anger as she pointed her finger straight at Harry’s face. "I let it slide the first time, but not this time!"

Harry scoffed, letting out a mocking chuckle. "Oh yeah? Because you are! What are you gonna do about it now?"

Eve’s blood boiled. Without a second thought, she grabbed the glass of water in front of her and, with all the rage she had been holding back, splashed it right onto Harry’s face.

A loud gasp escaped from Chiqui and Ethan as their eyes widened in shock.

Harry froze, his jaw dropping as cold water dripped down his face. He frantically searched the table for a napkin, but there was none in sight.

Eve leaned closer to him, her eyes burning with fury. "Be thankful that’s just water. Next time... it won’t be."

Without waiting for anyone’s reaction, she grabbed her bag and stormed out of the restaurant, leaving everyone speechless, and Harry drenched not only in water but in humiliation.

"Harry! What the hell was that? I can’t believe you!" Ethan scolded, glaring at his friend in disappointment. He then turned to Chiqui and said, "Go after Eve. Make sure she’s okay."

Without hesitation, Chiqui grabbed her bag and hurried out of the restaurant, chasing after Eve.

Harry let out a frustrated sigh as he finally found a tissue and began wiping the water off his face. "What did I do? What about what she did to me?" he snapped defensively.

Ethan shook his head in disbelief. "She wouldn’t have done that if you didn’t insult her so cruelly. You humiliated her, Harry. In front of us. In front of everyone. How could you treat a woman like that? Are you drunk or something?"

Ethan’s voice was filled with disappointment. He had known Harry for years—always calm, collected, and rational. Never once did he let his emotions take over. But today, he witnessed a side of Harry he never thought existed. Something darker. Something broken.

"I’m not drunk, Ethan," Harry muttered as he leaned back in his chair and let out a heavy sigh. His eyes darkened with pain and resentment. "That woman... she’s the one who destroyed my life."

Ethan’s eyes widened in shock. His heart sank as he recalled the painful story Harry once shared with him. A story of betrayal and heartbreak that had haunted him for years.

But never... never did Harry mention Eve’s name.

And now, it all made sense.

Ethan sat there, frozen, unable to utter a single word.

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Chiqui sprinted down the street, her heart pounding as she chased after Eve. The moment she saw her friend collapse onto an empty bench, sobbing uncontrollably, her own eyes welled up with tears.

Eve buried her face in her hands, her body trembling as years of pain and suppressed emotions came crashing down. She didn’t care who saw her. She didn’t care about the world anymore. At that moment, all she felt was heartbreak... and fear.

Chiqui approached her slowly, placing a comforting hand on her shoulder. "Eve..."

Eve didn’t look up, but her cries grew louder. Chiqui sat beside her, breathing heavily from the chase. "I... I don’t even know what to say," she admitted. "But here, have this." She handed Eve a tissue.

Eve took it and wiped her tears, blowing her nose as she tried to compose herself. After a deep breath, she turned to Chiqui.

"As my superior... I think you deserve to know the truth."

Chiqui adjusted her position, facing Eve fully, silently telling her that she was ready to listen—no judgment, just pure support.

Eve’s voice trembled as she revealed the truth that had been haunting her for years. "Harry... he’s my daughter’s biological father."

Chiqui’s eyes widened in shock. Of all the things she imagined while running after Eve, this was not one of them.

Eve continued, her voice breaking. "He never knew. I disappeared from his life without a word. I was scared. I was hurt. And last night... after he saw Cassey, he must have figured it out. I mean... look at her. She’s his spitting image."

Chiqui covered her mouth in disbelief. "Oh my God, Eve. Does Cammy and Mr. Cross know?"

"I told Cammy this morning... but I’m not sure if she’s told Greg yet. But what scares me the most isn’t them... it’s Harry. You saw how much he despises me. What if... what if he tries to take my daughter away from me? What if his family finds out? I’m terrified, Chiqui. I’ve been hiding this secret for so long, and now... I’m losing control."

Eve’s tears fell harder as her fear and anxiety consumed her. Chiqui’s heart shattered seeing her so broken. She didn’t know the right words to say, so she did the only thing she could—she wrapped her arms around Eve and pulled her close.

"Cry it out," Chiqui whispered. "I’m here. I won’t let you go through this alone."

And just like that, Eve broke down in her embrace, letting out all the pain, the fear, and the guilt she had carried for so many years.

Chiqui sighed, remembering Cammy’s life when she first joined her team and thought, ’I think my department is both cursed and blessed. Like Cammy, I hope Eve finds the solution to her problems soon.’