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Chapter 57

    Chapter Fifty Seven


    Richard’s POV.


    I observed Amber as she stood in front of me, her eyes filled with newfound confidence and a trace of


    darkness that sent a shiver down my spine.


    It was evident that she had transformed into the fearless and determined woman I had hoped she


    would


    be, ready to do whatever it took to exact her revenge. But as much as I appreciated this side of


    her, I couldn’t ignore the subtle changes in her eyes.


    They now held a darkness and a lifelessness that concerned me more than I had anticipated. It was as


    though she had lost all meaning and purpose besides her quest for revenge, and it scared me to think


    of what she was slowly turning into.


    Initially, this transformation was my desire and the main reason I approached her. I had wanted her


    to find her strength, lose her morals, and confront her enemies head–on. But now, seeing the depths


    of her transformation and the emptiness in her gaze, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of fear for


    her.


    What if she loses herselfpletely in this pursuit of revenge? What if she bes consumed by the


    darkness she carries now and never finds a way out even after she gets what she wants?


    Amber’s voice cut through, snapping me out of my reverie. She questioned if I had been paying


    attention to her words. “Of course, I’ve been listening to you, Amber.” I quickly lied, despite


    missing half of what she had said after mentioning hiring a sex worker willing to get hit.


    She continued, revealing her n for Anthony ck, and I couldn’t help but admire her strategic


    mind.


    Still, concern filled me, not just for her current state but also for what would happen once our revenge


    was achieved. We would no longer have a reason to be married or be in each other’s lives, and I


    feared that Amber might lose herself irrevocably in the process. And unfortunately, I would no longer be


    obligated to protect her.


    As I dwelled on these worries, Amber’s voice cut through my thoughts once again. “To get a sex worke


    who’s willing, I’ll need arge sum of money. I’ll also need to pay off Helena and a few other people I


    n on using along the way. As you know, I married you for your power and your money, so


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    I’m going to have to politely ask that you permit me to use a huge chunk of your money for what I


    have nned,” she mentioned suddenly.


    I furrowed my brow, wondering why she was speaking of the need for money when I had already given


    her


    a card with no spending limit. Did she lose it?


    “Amber, did you already lose the card I gave you just a few days ago, or did you forget the ount


    details?”


    To my relief, she shook her head. After she confirmed that she didn’t lose it, I then questioned why she


    was talking about needing a huge amount of money when she already had ess to unlimited fur


    Her smile appeared, a glimmer of mischief dancing in her eyes. “I just wanted to get your permission


    first. The money isn’t technically mine, and I didn’t feelfortable spending it without checking with


    you first. Also, I wouldn’t want your financial advisors checking your bank statement and


    gasping in shock.”


    I rolled my eyes a bit before shaking my head. “Amber, I’ve already told you that the card is yours


    to use for whatever you need. There’s a reason it has no limit. I can assure you that you can’t spend


    enough to shock me or my advisors, so just do whatever you want, and don’t worry about getting


    permission from me.”


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    her disposal.


    “If I don’t get your go–ahead, I won’t proceed, Richard. Also, I’ll only be using the card for our


    joint business. Other than that, I won’t be using your money for anything else,” she replied.


    “Just do whatever is right for you, Amber. Spend as much as you need on whatever you want, even if


    it’s personal. I want you‘ to have everything you need to execute your n sessfully, and your


    should feel supported and free to use the resources at your disposal.”


    “Aww, thank you, baby,” Amber suddenly responded with a subtle wink.


    The fact that she called me baby, coupled with the wink, had caught me off guardpletely and had


    made my heart skip a beat.


    I knew she was only trying to mess with me as usual, but I couldn’t understand why such a simple


    gesture from her affected me so strangely. Our rtionship was supposed to be a business


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    arrangement, devoid of any genuine emotions. And yet, the things she just said and what she did had


    the power to make me fee things I shouldn’t.


    Shaking off my confusion, I looked away from her. This arrangement had a purpose, and being


    attracted to Amber was not part of it. I couldn’t afford to let my guard down and riskplicating things


    further.


    I cleared my throat, trying to focus on the reason I had asked us to talk initially. “You know how I


    suggested earlier that we stop your sister and that reporter? Well, one of the reasons I’m concerned


    about Marlene working with a reporter to tarnish your reputation is because we have our first public


    appearance as a married coupleing up,” I exined


    “Oh really?” She responded, obviously surprised. “If you’re worried that I can’t handle it, then


    you’re wrong, Richard. I’ll be fine,” she assured,


    Her confidence impressed me, but I couldn’t help but worry. “I know you’re strong, Amber. But the


    media can be ruthless. It’s overwhelming even for those of us who have been in the spotlight for years,”


    I confessed. “I just don’t want you to be caught off guard.”


    Amber smiled warmly, a glimmer of excitement in her eyes. “I appreciate your concern, Richard,” she


    said sincerely. “But don’t worry; I can handle the reporters. Besides, it’s our first public


    appearance as a married couple, and I want to make a statement. The more controversial I am, the


    more


    fun it’ll be. Anyway, whose event is it and when is it happening?”


    “It’s happening in two days, and it’s the birthday party of one of my father’s closest friends,” I replied.


    “He’s a famous fashion designer with a lot of celebrity friends, so I’m pretty sure it’s going to be


    extravagant.”


    The thought of being at the event already gave me a migraine, knowing very well that I’d have to deal


    with a bunch of people I didn’t like and also endure listening to stories I could care less about.


    ‘I


    In contrast to my annoyance, Amber’s eyes sparkled with excitement. “A fashion designer’s birthday


    party? Oh, that sounds like so much fun! I can’t wait,” she eximed, and seeing her smile genuinely


    made my heart skip again.


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