Chapter 221

After what felt like an eternity, the light in the operating room finally went out.

Christina rushed to the door, her heart pounding. As soon as the nurse stepped out, she blurted, "How is she?"

The nurse's voice was gentle but somber, "The baby didn't make it, but she's going to be okay."

Christina let out a breath she didn't realize she was holding. "Thank God," she whispered.

Once Kaitlyn was moved to a regular room, Christina went in to see her.

Kaitlyn was already awake, staring blankly out the window. The weather outside was beautiful, with birds flying by.

Christina sighed, quickly walked over, and sat by her side, tucking her in.

Before she could say anything, Kaitlyn forced a bitter smile, "Maybe it's for the best. In this messed-up marriage, what kind of life could a child have? I wouldn't want a kid to be stuck in this."

Christina was taken aback by her clarity.

Kaitlyn turned her head, "Back then, I used my passion to tie him down, pushing him to marry me. Maybe he never even figured out if it was love or just being used to having me around."

Christina tried to comfort her, "Don't think about that now. Just rest."

Kaitlyn shook her head.

"I was on the brink of death just now, and everything flashed through my mind. I think I've figured it all out, Christina. I want a divorce."

Christina didn't expect her to decide so quickly but still asked, "Are you sure?"

Kaitlyn nodded firmly, "Yes, I'm sure."

"Alright," Christina responded softly, "Since you're sure, I'll help you."

The most important thing now was to gather evidence, everything that would help Kaitlyn in the divorce.

Finding evidence of Stanley's infidelity wasn't hard.

Stanley's lover was right in the company, even his secretary, a very beautiful woman. Their close interactions naturally led to an affair.

Moreover, people in the company had heard rumors.

Christina gathered all this information.

After a few days of rest, Kaitlyn was ready to be discharged, and Christina came to pick her up.

"I've gathered a lot of evidence and consulted a lawyer. It'll be very beneficial for your divorce."

Kaitlyn lowered her head in thought, then after a long pause, she said quietly, "Okay, I understand."

Christina spoke seriously, "Also, when Stanley started the company, Kelvin supported him a lot. This can be considered pre-marital assets, and we can make sure he ends up with nothing."

Kaitlyn nodded and took a deep breath.

"Thank you for helping me so much."

Christina smiled, "No need to thank me. You're my friend, after all."

"Am I too weak, Christina?" Kaitlyn looked up, "Too weak to face all this on my own."

Christina laughed and looked at her seriously, "Not at all. I've always admired you. You say what you want to say, do what you want to do, without worrying about the consequences. You always keep a sincere heart towards life, and that's rare!"

"Are you calling me foolish?" Kaitlyn lowered her head and gave a bitter smile.

"No, never. Don't ever punish yourself for someone else's mistakes," Christina said earnestly.

Kaitlyn took a deep breath, "I understand."

People's hearts change, and she wouldn't force it anymore.

When Stanley first got the court summons, he just shrugged it off, still holding his secretary close.

The secretary snuggled into his arms, "Are you sure this is okay? I heard your company was funded by her family. What if..."

"She's just trying to scare me into coming back. Don't worry about it," Stanley said, taking a deep drag of his cigarette.

The secretary coyly lay on his chest.

"When I first met you, you were so naive, head over heels for your wife, and wouldn't budge no matter what."

Stanley, feeling aroused, stubbed out his cigarette.

"Back then, I was all about architecture, hadn't seen the world's luxuries. Later, I realized how much fun the rich have. The money we earn with so much effort is just a drop in the bucket. Staying up late working on designs can't compare to enjoying life."

He turned over, pinning the secretary beneath him.

"Come on, let's keep going!"

The secretary giggled, "You still got energy?"

Stanley kissed her hard on the face, "Don't underestimate me."

He grabbed her hand, ready to continue, when his phone suddenly rang.

Annoyed, he grabbed the phone and answered it.

"What is it? Didn't I say not to bother me after work?"

The voice on the other end was urgent, "The Fisher family is here. They're taking back the company's management rights and auditing the accounts."

"What?" Stanley sat up straight, "Why so suddenly?"

"Come back quickly. We can't hold them off," the voice said before hanging up.

The secretary also got up from the bed, "What's wrong? Are we continuing?"

Stanley hurriedly dressed, "Continue what?"

When he rushed to the company, the Fisher family's people were already there with lawyers, taking over everything.

"You can't do this. I've been running the company for years."

"Really? Without our initial investment, you wouldn't have this scale. Don't worry, you'll get what's yours. The profits you've made over the years are marital assets, and I don't plan to take them. The law will give a fair judgment."

With that, the Fisher family's people left.

The company was now completely out of his hands.

Furious, Stanley called Kaitlyn.

At that moment, Kaitlyn was packing her things with Christina's help. Seeing the familiar number, she smiled faintly and answered.

"What's up?"

Stanley gritted his teeth, "You're ruthless."

Kaitlyn thought he would angrily berate her, but he sounded eerily calm.

"Not as ruthless as you. I thought we could have a stable life, a happy family, and welcome a new life. But you destroyed it all. Since you don't want me, how can you still want what I brought you?"

"You!" Stanley knew he was in the wrong, so he softened his tone, "I've been running the company for years. You didn't contribute much. How can you take it back? I'll repay the initial investment. The company must be mine."

"So that's what you wanted to say," Kaitlyn laughed lightly, "No need. I don't want to settle privately. Let's wait for the court."

"Do you really have to be so heartless?" Stanley questioned.

"You were heartless first!" Kaitlyn chuckled, "See you in court."

With that, she hung up.