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Divorcing My Husband Over His Stepsister's Secret novel Chapter 306

Chapter 306

Anna’s POV

I stared at the ornate entrance of the secluded restaurant Richard Thompson had chosen for our meeting. The place screamed old money with its discrete- valet service and lack of visible signage.

After last night’s confrontation with Blake, I hadn’t contacted Seth to accompany me. His words still stung.

Inside, I was escorted to an opulent room where Richard waited with at least twenty guests men In tailored suits and women dripping in jewelry.

Anna Anderson!Richard boomed. Our guest of honor has arrived!

I forced a smile, accepting a champagne flute from a server.

Richard guided me to a seat at the head of the table. Since you missed the party, I arranged this lunch especially for you.

I recognized several faces from the business elite.

I was prepared to negotiate with Richard, despite our familieshistory.

A server wheeled in a large covered cart, and Richard stood with theatrical flair.

Ladies and gentlemen, lunch is served!

When the server removed the cover, my champagne nearly slipped from my fingers. On the cart lay a naked woman, her body serving as a platter for an elaborate sushi display.

Nyotaimori, Richard explained proudly. Body sushia Japanese delicacy for our most esteemed guests.

*Our guest of honor should have the first selection,Richard announced, gesturing toward me.

I felt every eye in the room turn to me. My face remained frozen in a polite smile while my stomach churned.

Not to your taste?Richard asked, feigning concern.

Actually, Richard,I said, my voice steadier than I felt, I heard you’re in pharmaceuticals now. I have some contacts who might interest you.

Richard’s eyes glinted. I’m more interested in that prime piece of real estate your mother transferred before her death.

I tensed. My mom had transferred that property to sever my connections with Frank.

That was a family matter,I replied carefully.

Let’s cut to the chase. I want that land,Richard said. The Hamilton property is up for bid. Frank is your godfather. If you can get me his bottom line, I’ll consider our familiesfeud settled.

That would be illegal, Richard. Besides, Frank and I haven’t spoken in four years.

Then find someone who can get close to him,Richard pressed.

I might know someone who could help you establish contact. Would that suffice?

Richard nodded. Let’s speak privately.

In a smaller room, he continued, That land means more than business to me. I promised my son an ecopark for his birthday. I never delivered.

A touching story,I said. But what’s in it for me?

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Chapter 306

Name your price.

We negotiated for over an hour before I secured Richard’s signed guarantee that he wouldn’t compete against BlueWave Technologies for the next decade.

I then pulled out an envelope and slid it across the table.

Your best bet isn’t me,I said. Claire Wright might prove more useful. Heroes always have a weakness for beautiful women.

Richard opened the envelope, his eyes widening at the photo of Claire and Frank kissing in a car.

Thisthis is impossible!he sputtered.

Richard’s face contorted with rage. You bitch! Come out here!he roared, shoving aside a bookcase to reveal a hidden alcove.

He dragged Claire out by her hair and threw her at my feet.

Richard spat. You let me target Anna while you knew Frank all along!

He kicked Claire in the stomach, making her curl into a protective ball.

What’s happening here?I demanded, shocked by the violence.

Richard laughed bitterly. Claire convinced me to approach you, claiming Frank favored you. If you hadn’t shown me this photo, I’d have been her puppet.

We have an agreement,I said firmly. I expect you to honor it.

Of course,Richard replied. Care to stay for the show?

Claire looked up at me, mascara streaking down her face. Richard, please! You misunderstood!

I should go,I said, standing on unsteady legs.

As I tried to rise, my knees buckled. The room tilted alarmingly.

Richard, I slurred, what did you put in my drink?

He smiled. Just a little something in your water. Don’t worryonce you’re asleep, I’ll make sure you get home safely.

Claire, seeing an opportunity, screamed, Richard! When I said Frank liked her, I meant -the way a man desires a woman! Not as a goddaughter!

My stomach lurched. How could she possibly know about that?

She’s lying,” I managed. I was married to Blake Wright. Why would I look at Frank?

My leg is injured,Claire continued desperately. Frank doesn’t want me anymore. He only kept me around because I lived with Annahe said I carried her scent! Even when we had sex, he called out her name!

I gagged, bile rising in my throat.

Why wouldn’t Frank approach Anna directly?Richard asked.

Claire’s voice turned childlike. Because of his preferences! I’m smaller, more childlike than she is!

You’re disgusting,I spat at Claire. Then to Richard: If you do this, I will destroy you with everything I have.

Richard kicked Claire again. The original plan was to use Anna to get Frank’s favor, not this.

This way is more direct,Claire insisted. And don’t worry about Blakethey’re divorced!

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Chapter 306

Richard hesitated. Can I trust you?

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