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Kate learned her boyfriend, Dave Ferdinand, was unfaithful during their second year together.
The betrayal stung even more when she found out it was with her own sister.
Despite both being adopted, her sister always seemed to receive more affection from the family.
Even Kate's spouse would neglect her in the hospital to seek out that other woman.
Kate's spirit was crushed. She quietly acquired a luxury boat without anyone's knowledge.
On their wedding day, she departed, leaving them with an extravagant present.
"Best wishes to my sister on her nuptials."

Escaping from Betrayal, A Bride's Revenge

Kate dismissed her phone, too weary to engage in a dispute. She felt completely drained.


Upon reopening her eyes, she noticed it was already midnight. At this hour, Dave was in the restroom, preparing for sleep.


As she gradually became alert, the sound of an incoming message caught her attention.


Her eyes wandered to Dave's phone. It seemed Dave assumed Kate had drifted off and wasn't being careful.


The screen displayed his secondary social media account.


Typically, Kate refrained from inspecting his phone. Dave was also confident that even if she did, he had numerous ways to mislead her.


Just then, a message appeared on the screen.


Intrigued, Kate accessed it and discovered several images sent by a contact labeled "My Ona."


The pictures showed a woman in hosiery and alluring attire. Kate instantly recognized her as Leona.


As she viewed the photos and flirtatious texts, Kate's hands shook uncontrollably.


She felt as though the device might slip from her grasp at any moment.


Her breathing accelerated as she realized that, with the wedding just around the corner, they had already taken this step behind her back.


Witnessing these messages again firsthand rekindled her heartache, as if the pain had never truly subsided.


Hearing the water cease, Kate set down the phone, turned away, and feigned sleep.


Dave retrieved his phone, first checking that Kate was asleep, then began composing a message.


"I've just returned, sweetie. How about tomorrow?"


On the other end, Leona was talkative and even bolder, opting for a voice message.


"Dave, don't you long for me? I miss you terribly and want to see you. Did you like the bridal gown I wore earlier?"


Dave responded without hesitation. "Absolutely, it was stunning."


Leona persisted. "So, who's more attractive, me or Kate?"


Dave paused briefly, glanced at Kate, then replied into the phone.


These words felt like a dagger to Kate's heart as they left his mouth.


He had once declared Kate the most beautiful and kindest woman he'd ever encountered. Not long ago, Dave had even proposed to her on bended knee before everyone. The onlookers had gazed at them with envy, and Kate herself believed she would live happily ever after.


Only now did Kate comprehend that Dave's courtship and proposal were always about separating her from the Shawn Family as quickly as possible. This would allow Leona to safely assume the role of the Shawn Family's daughter while keeping Kate under her influence.


Leona seemed pleased with the response, her tone immediately softening. "So, are you coming to see me? I'm waiting for you tonight..."


Leona's voice was gentle and sweet, causing Dave to melt. "Your sister is asleep now, so expect me soon."


He rose, grabbing his clothes, readying to depart. Before leaving, he made sure to send Kate a message.


"Honey, there's an urgent matter at work, I need to go in. Stay home and be good, I'll return shortly."


Kate couldn't fathom how many nights Dave had deceived her like this. Perhaps every time he claimed to have work, he was actually meeting Leona in secret.


The occurrences had become too numerous to count.


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