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CHAPTER SEVEN (7) Love's Turning Point

Emily and Jack's blissful honeymoon phase was interrupted by an unexpected visitor.

Alex, Emily's ex-fiancé, arrived at their doorstep.

"Emily, we need to talk," Alex said.

Emily's instincts screamed warning.

"What do you want, Alex?" Emily asked.

Alex's expression turned sincere.

"I've realized my mistakes," Alex said. "I want to make amends."

Emily's skepticism deepened.

"What makes you think I'd care?" Emily asked.

Alex revealed a shocking truth.

He'd been working with Jack's business rival.

To sabotage Harrington Enterprises.

Emily's heart sank.

"Jack will never forgive me," Emily said.

Alex's eyes filled with regret.

"I was blinded by jealousy," Alex said. "I didn't mean to hurt you."

Emily's anger dissipated.

replaced by pity.

"You need help, Alex," Emily said.

Alex nodded.

"I'm seeking therapy," Alex said.

Emily's compassion surprised her.

"Good luck, Alex," Emily said.

As Alex departed, Emily felt a weight lift.

Closure.

But Jack's reaction worried her.

Would he understand?

Or would this revelation tear them apart?

Emily found Jack in his study.

"Jack, we need to talk," Emily said.

Jack's expression turned serious.

"What is it?" Jack asked.

Emily revealed Alex's confession.

Jack's face darkened.

"Sabotage?" Jack repeated.

Emily nodded.

"I had no idea," Emily said.

Jack's anger simmered.

But his love for Emily prevailed.

"He's not worth it," Jack said.

Emily's heart swelled.

"Thank you, Jack," Emily said.

Their love had reached a turning point.

Would they emerge stronger?

Or would the challenges ahead tear them apart?

As they stood there.

Wrapped in each other's arms.

Emily knew.

Their love would conquer all.

But life still held surprises.

A surprise announcement would soon change everything.

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