Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Chapter 171

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The host blinked in surprise at Lily’s answer. “Really? You mentioned his name? When?” he asked, racking his

brain to recall the interview. He couldn't think of any moment when she had dropped a name.

It wasn’t just the host who was stunned. Everyone watching the live broadcast was equally baffled. The same

question echoed in the minds of viewers everywhere: When did Miss Lily reveal her boyfriend's name?

Lily smiled gently, her expression calm yet enigmatic. “I did mention his nduring the interview. If you listen

carefully, I'm sure you'll figure it out. I hope you all enjoy discovering it.”

The host chuckled, clearly impressed by her playful yet mysterious approach. “Miss Lily, | must say, that’s quite

clever. I'm certain this episode is going to set a record. People will rewatch it countless times, dissecting every

word you said just to uncover the truth.”

Lily nodded with a soft smile, her demeanor remaining composed and confident.

Sitting beside her, Rose couldn't hide the tension building within her. Despite her deep hatred for Lily, she had

paid close attention to every word spoken during the interview. Like a hawk, she had been watching her rival

from the start, waiting fo

any slip or clue.

Rose replayed the interview in her mind. Aside from Lily's strange description of love, the rest of the discussion

seemed ordinary. But clearly, she had missed something. What was the clue? What detail had escaped her

notice?

Her thoughts churned. If you want to defeat your enemy, you must first understand them, she reminded herself.

And yet, she knew so little about Lily’s mysterious husband. Whoever he was, he had thwarted her every scheme

against Lily. Every tshe set a trap, he was there, unseen but effective, shielding his wife from harm.

Who was this man? Rose’s unease grew. Whoever he was, he wielded immense power. The way Ryan’s company

was brought to its knees overnight could only mean one thing-Lily’s husband held a status and influence that

were unparalleled.

It didn’t matter to Rose whether this man was young, old, or if Lily was his wife or mistress. What mattered was

the sheer power he commanded. And if his influence surpassed that of the Miller Family, then she was in deep

trouble.

A cold dread gripped her. She could imagine the worst-case scenario: a day when everything she and her family

had built was stripped away, a day when the Miller Family was reduced to a laughingstock. Lily was determined

to exact her revenge, and with her husband's power, she could very well succeed.

But what about her? What did Rose have to defend herself? To protect her family? She clenched her fists, forcing

herself to stay composed. This was her chance to act, to strategize for the future. If she didn’t, she feared the

day her world would crumble under the weight of the truth and her rival's relentless determination.”

Rose’s mind raced with determination. If she could uncover the nof Lily’s mysterious husand, wouldn't it be

much easier to take action against her? A sly smile spread across her lips as she replayed the interview in her

head. But the burning question remained: Where? When during the interview did Lily reveal his name?

Suddenly, a thought struck her like a bolt of lightning. That odd description of love!

Yes, that was it! The peculiar way Lily had described love now made perfect sense. The words she had chosen-

Zeal. Happiness. Everlasting. Heartfelt. Affection, and Nice-weren’t random. Rose pieced it

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together, her eyes widening with realization.

Ethan.

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Lily’s husband was Ethan. But who was he? That was the next mystery she had to solve. I'll figure out who this

Ethan is if it's the last thing I do, she thought with a steely resolve.

Meanwhile, in another part of the city, Ethan was grinning from car to car as he watched the interview. His joy

was palpable, radiating from him like sunlight. He felt as though he was walking on clouds.

Two things had filled his heart with happiness. First, Lily had confessed her love for him on live television. And

second-his personal favorite-her confession meant that everyone now knew she was taken. No one would dare

try to compete for her heart now.

As he thought about her subtle yet meaningful gesture, his grin widened. She was so clever, so perfect, and -

most importantly-his. Feeling an overwhelming surge of love, Ethan picked up his phone. He had to call his

assistant and set splans in motion. He wanted to surprise his wife and make her feel as cherished as she

had just made him feel.

At the stime, in Pedro’s house, the atmosphere was the complete opposite. The room was engulfed in

darkness, its heavy gloom suffocating anyone who dared enter. The air was thick with tension, punctuated by the

sounds of objects smashing against walls, shattering into pieces.

Pedro’s face was a mask of rage as he watched the interview. The moment Lily confessed her love, his fury

ignited. A murderous intent burned brightly in his eyes, his thoughts spiraling into a dark abyss.

He imagined storming into Ethan's home, dragging him out, and subjecting him to a slow, agonizing punishment.

He would shoot Ethan's right leg, then his left. He would pierce his heart for daring to love Lily. He would destroy

his brain for even thinking of her. He would gouge out his eyes for looking at his queen and slice off his tongue

for speaking her name. Piece by piece, he would make Ethan suffer, leaving him to rot in despair.

Pedro’s lips curled into a wicked smile at the thought.

His gaze shifted back to the screen, where Lily’s radiant smile was on full display. It made his heart ache. He

knew that smile wasn’t for him; it was for Ethan-his former friend and now his greatest enemy.

Pain stabbed at his chest as he whispered to himself, She’s so beautiful, so pure... like a fairy. That smile should

be for me, not him. Why does she love him? Why doesn’t she see me?

Pedro’s obsession consumed him. He couldn't stand idly by and watch the woman he loved belong to someone

else. He couldn't accept her devotion to Ethan.

No! His mind screamed. | won't let this continue. | have to act before it's too late.

Fueled by desperation and jealousy, Pedro stood abruptly from his couch. His fists clenched, his jaw tightened,

and his eyes burned with anger as he marched toward the door, ready to put his ¢ motion.

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