Chapter 3 Retaliation By The Divorced Heiress

• The Thompson family lived at Yara Park in Hatchbay, and that is where the Rolls-Royce was headed. The vehicle came to a stop in the center of the red carpet that was spread out at the front door. Axel Thompson, Bella's younger brother, was positioned in the middle. He greeted Bella as he opened the car door for her. "Pearl, welcome home!" Bella looked gorgeous in the mansion's brilliant lights. Earlier in the car, she'd changed out of her sneakers and into stilettos. She exuded confidence as she got out of the vehicle. "Hi Ax, how are you doing?"
• "I'm okay, but since you're back, I feel much better! Do the fireworks look good? My birthday present to you went viral on the internet! Axel had a radiant expression of excitement on his face. Yes, I did see it. It's being said that you're a dirty rich bastard attempting to win someone over. That is quite an accomplishment, huh? Bella gave Axel a big smile and clapped her hands. Ignoring her jeers, Axel gave her a firm hug. "Bella, you promise not to go again?" Now that I'm divorced, where else will I go?
• Bella relieved herself by giving her second brother a pat on the back. I guess I disappointed everyone. If I gave this marriage my all, I believed I could win him over. However, I ultimately failed horribly. How distraught she was right now, only God knew. Though she wanted to cry, she refrained. When Bella left Tideview Manor, she vowed she would never cry again for Justin because he didn't merit it. "That bastard! He cheated on my sister—how can he!? Tomorrow, I will begin a comprehensive investigation into Salvador Corporation, and when your fourth brother has some free time, I will arrange for Justin to be killed.
• Asher murmured, "Amen," and lowered his eyelashes at hearing this. "Don't cause any problems, Ax! As a public prosecutor, you are! Bella gave a sour laugh. Could you perhaps show Ash a bit more "peace and love"?" What the heck! It was only when he gave up being a mobster that your oldest brother became a saint! Angrily, Axel yanked at his tie. "Well, I'm not going to let this go! I refuse to watch as Justin mistreats my sister. I now have the Salvadors on my radar. Bella entered the house she had not visited in a while and clasped Asher and Axel's hands.
• The chairman of KS Group, Wyatt Thompson, paced the study with excitement when he learned that his daughter had returned. "I'm back, Wyatt!" The Thompson family lived at Yara Park in Hatchbay, and that is where the Rolls-Royce was headed. The vehicle came to a stop in the center of the red carpet that was spread out at the front door. Axel Thompson, Bella's younger brother, was positioned in the middle. He greeted Bella as he opened the car door for her. "Pearl, welcome home!"
• Bella looked gorgeous in the mansion's brilliant lights. Earlier in the car, she'd changed out of her sneakers and into stilettos. She exuded confidence as she got out of the vehicle. "Hi Ax, how are you doing?" "I'm okay, but since you're back, I feel much better! Do the fireworks look good? My birthday present to you went viral on the internet! Axel had a radiant expression of excitement on his face. Yes, I did see it. It's being said that you're a dirty rich bastard attempting to win someone over. That is quite an accomplishment, huh? Bella gave Axel a big smile and clapped her hands. Ignoring her jeers, Axel gave her a firm hug.
• "You won't leave again, Bella?" I asked. Now that I'm divorced, where else will I go? Bella relieved herself by giving her second brother a pat on the back. I guess I disappointed everyone. If I gave this marriage my all, I believed I could win him over. However, I ultimately failed horribly. How distraught she was right now, only God knew. Though she wanted to cry, she refrained. When Bella left Tideview Manor, she vowed she would never cry again for Justin because he didn't merit it. "That bastard! He cheated on my sister—how can he!?
• Tomorrow, I will begin a comprehensive investigation into Salvador Corporation, and when your fourth brother has some free time, I will arrange for Justin to be killed. Asher murmured, "Amen," and lowered his eyelashes at hearing this. "Don't cause any problems, Ax! As a public prosecutor, you are! Bella gave a sour laugh. Could you perhaps show Ash a bit more "peace and love"?" What the heck! It was only when he gave up being a mobster that your oldest brother became a saint! Angrily, Axel yanked at his tie. "Well, I'm not going to let this go! I refuse to watch as Justin mistreats my sister.
• I now have the Salvadors on my radar. Bella entered the house she had not visited in a while and clasped Asher and Axel's hands. The chairman of KS Group, Wyatt Thompson, paced the study with excitement when he learned that his daughter had returned. "I'm back, Wyatt!" Bella and her two brothers entered the study. It was no longer necessary for her to behave modestly as it had been while residing with the Salvadors. She just kicked off her high heels, raised her legs, and lay down on the sofa. Asher took a seat beside her and began massaging his sister's feet. "Are you able to sit correctly? Have you sided with the militants or Doctors Without Borders? With purpose, Wyatt maintained a straight face.
• He and Bella were never the same. When she was gone, he missed her, yet when she was home, he would always become agitated. Do you exhibit any Alzheimer's symptoms? This used to be how I always sat.” Bella stared up at the wall with her eyelids raised. When she noticed the "poem" she had written more than ten years prior hanging there, her heart gave a little shudder. Her father had, very unexpectedly, framed it. "Were you trying to emulate Henry VIII with all your wives?" was the first line written in the poem. Hopefully, your heart doesn't race ahead! was the second line.
• You'll pay your penance one day, was the last line. Bella gave her father this wedding "gift" when he tied the knot for the third time. Wyatt Thompson's four wives were a topic of conversation in the community. Bella traveled overseas and joined Doctors Without Borders to serve the world in her own unique way because she was unhappy with her father's polygyny. "After three years of living in the wild, the first thing you do is curse me to get Alzheimer's." How thoughtful of you! Wyatt gave a furious cry. "Daddy, thanks for the compliment!" Bella grinned while pretending not to get Wyatt's irony. kindly directed at him. "Dad, some things need to get done faster now that Bella is back."
• Putting on his sister's shoes, Asher said gravely, "I've decided to hand over my role as CEO of KS Group to Bella." Bella squinted as she fixed her gaze on her attractive brother's side profile. "You." For a time, Wyatt was so furious that he was at a loss for words. My only commitment was to lead KS Group for three years. Now that three years have passed, I will be returning to church. As you are aware, my goal is not to become a CEO. My goal in life has always been to become a pastor. Asher exuded such sanctity and resolve at this precise time that his choice seemed irrefutable. "Okay, Ax can take over as CEO if you don't want to!" Wyatt had to decide which of his two sons to keep.
• "Oh no, no, no, no! I am unable to take such a position in a conglomerate because I work for the government. If not, I'll be suspended! Axel swiftly evaded taking on this duty. His face went white with fear. Wyatt was irritated. If none of the boys were going to take over the family company, what good was it to have so many? With each passing year, his health was failing, and he had long since decided to retire. However, none of his offspring possessed the necessary skills to carry on his economic empire. Wyatt was of the archaic notion that one of his sons ought to be his heir. "Who says that men and women are not equal?
• I'm going to be the CEO! Bella confidently raised her chin and curled her scarlet lips. Do you believe that being a CEO is all you need to do? Do you believe that this is a kid's game? Can you guide the business toward success? Are you even remotely competent in business? Wyatt was an elderly, wise man. He found it difficult to conceal his disappointment and rage. "Plus, you have erratic behavior! Every time you argue with me, you vanish for years! You have no idea how anxious your stepmothers and I were. We believed you had been completely destroyed at the border! Bella's eyes went a little crimson, and her heart hurt.
• She felt bad for keeping her marriage to Justin a secret from her father, even though she was still angry with him for cheating on her mother. "Dad, Bella can do everything I can." With grace, Asher lifted a teacup and took a sip. "Do you recall the financial difficulties our business encountered four years ago? It was Bella who suggested a number of practical control strategies. Two years ago, Bella worked through multiple all-nighters on the acquisition plan for the Walter Group. Wyatt was taken aback to learn this. In actuality, Dad and Bella are the most collected and resourceful members of our family. You've always been known for finding talent, employing the right people, and using them effectively.
• Why won't you take advantage of this gift that is in front of you right now? Axel also made every effort to convince Wyatt. Wyatt thought for a long moment. Then, in a loud voice, he added, "Okay. Bella, you'll need to pass my test if you want to be in charge of the business. Think of this as my birthday present to you! Bella straightened her back, and her endearing eyes brightened. "You can have a couple of days off before you start work at the Savrow, Kansas, KS World Hotel the following week. In six months, if you can turn the hotel around and turn a profit, I could consider appointing you as the KS Group CEO.
• As soon as the Thompson siblings emerged from the study, Asher and Axel put their hands together. on Bella's back. "God only gives big responsibilities to great people," Asher declared. "I guess you'll have to start by cleaning up that hotel." Axel let out a sigh. "I am aware. That old fool is doing everything he can to get me to back down, but it's unfortunate that I'm not susceptible to his ploys. I have the same lovely formation under pressure as a diamond. Bella's hands clenched. Her dream, which had lain dormant for the previous three years, was at last waking up. Her brothers exchanged a smile and a look. Fantastic! We are depending on you to give us our independence!