Divorced Heiress
Chapter 52

The surprise of everyone present was more than noticeable, no one missed the slightest detail of the evidence was fake.

No one could believe that two women from one of the most important and renowned families had be Rachel, of which I had a few pieces of evidence and I would take care of finding the rest, because I cou I calmed the audience that began to get restless and ended my presence on the stage because I had a and publicly exposed them for the kind of people they were. Furthermore, I revealed my identity to ev I was going to return the favor, just as they had destroyed my reputation, but without the need to inve Backstage, I let out the air I had been holding without realizing it and smiled satisfied because I had a My father came in behind me and looked at me with a smile on his face before hugging me.

of the Lancasters and Rachel. The latter and Gina kept screaming that everything was false and that I had manipulated everything as I pleased, even that the

ested in that way, but even less could they believe that they were capable of doing something like that, especially shocked by the serious accusation against get the idea out of my head that someone was behind her.

achieved what I wanted. I had hit them where it hurt the most, I had destroyed them in front of society and public opinion, I had ruined their reputation e, thus clearing my name from the countless fake news about me and my -Messy- life. gossip, but with mere reality.

ed more than I had planned.

-I know it hasn't been easy for you, but you have taught those women a lesson. They will have to think twice before even mentioning your name in a casual conversation.- My father said. I sighed on my father's shoulder and felt that it was all worth it, this journey, having to endure certain people, everything had turned out so well, even though it was last-Minute pl

-Thank you, Dad.- I thanked him, not just for his words, but for everything, everything my father had d -I apologize for interrupting.- a male voice came from the entrance, and I was forced to let go of my fa -Mr. Lancaster, if you came to discuss your family's situation, I'm afraid that won't be possible.- I said Although he hadn't lifted a finger to defend his family before, he could come to negotiate the Lancast even thinking about it.

r me, despite leaving my family aside for a few years.

see the man standing there with a cold aura, staring at us. -I would like to talk to you for a moment.- n as he finished speaking.

uation, but the truth was that there was nothing or no one to save them, not even the president himself. They were going to pay for what they did without

-In fact, no, I didn't come for that. He said. I furrowed my brow, thinking it must be his strategy to converse like civilized people, but that idea vanished when he said the following. -You can proceed with my mother and my sister however you see fit, there is no way I can vouch for them. They brought it upon themselves despite the countless times I asked them to le u alone. You are the mother of my son, so you have my full support.- I remained silent, looking for the slightest sign that would tell me he wasn't serious or

that he was just saying it to please my father.

However, his gaze reflected sincerity, and I couldn't help but feel amazed by the drastic change. He would do anything for his family, even if they didn't deserve it, and now he was leaving all that behind to stand by my side, just because I was the mother of his child. -So, what you're saying is that I should have had your child for you to give me my place with your fam...om the beginning?- I asked, amused but with a bitter taste in my mouth.

That was what he was implying, and to be honest, it made me uncomfortable, especially because we were having this conversation in front of my father.

Alexander narrowed his eyes at my words and clicked his tongue while shaking his head. -And did you let me know?-

I raised an eyebrow at his response and wondered internally if he had no shame in saying that in front of my father.

-There's no need to say what is more than obvious.- I replied calmly, and I felt that even though we had discussed that topic for the sake of Tristan, we were still at the same point.- Mr. Lancaster, what is the reason for your sudden appearance? - My father asked, breaking the tense atmosphere that had formed after the deathly silence following my words.

For some reason, I still didn't let my guard down even though I had made it clear that I wasn't here to defend his family.

Alexander approached, standing in front of us ready to speak.

- Mr. Doinel, I want to sincerely apologize for the behavior of my family, I... - Alexander's words hung in the air, as my father raised his hand to speak.

I looked at my father and noticed his harsh and severe gaze, as if he didn't like the presence of the man I had given up everything for.

- The apologies should not be directed at me, Mr. Lancaster, but at my daughter. Do you think it's fair that your family continues to denigrate the woman who used your last name? The malicious intentions of those women have been to slander my daughter without caring who they hurt along the way. They didn't think about the consequences of their actions. What kind of family was my daughter involved with? - My father expressed his discontent with a cold and harsh voice.

My father didn't usually treat people harshly, he always appeared friendly and with a smile for anyone, but Alexander didn't deserve his kindness, not after hurting the apple of his eye and allowing his family to trample on me as if I were nothing. Alexander put aside his serious attitude and appeared ashamed to be scolded by the man he admired so much. But he knew very well that he deserved it and that, if anything, it was too little punishment.

- I have apologized to your daughter, I admit that I didn't play a good role as a husband in the past. That's why now I want to be a good father and have peace for Tristan. However, my family's actions have nothing to do with me, so you can do with them whatever you see fit. I won't lift a finger to save them from a situation they brought upon themselves despite my warnings. I don't want you to think that I'm doing this to please you. I'm doing it as a way to redeem myself, because I truly hope that one day Sarah can forgive me. - Alexander's tone sounded sincere, so much so that my father's expression relaxed, but not enough to cease looking like a formidable man. - Putting aside this whole matter. I wanted to reintroduce myself to you, Mr. Doinel, and let you know how much I admire you and how grateful I am for the opportunity to collaborate with Doinel. I hope that my family's issues won't affect the project in the future.-

My father cast me a quick glance, as if he wanted to see my reaction to everything Alexander was saying, but at this point, I didn't know whether to believe his words or not.

- Mr. Alexander, let me tell you one thing. I have no intention of forming a friendship or treating you as part of my family. If I am engaging in a conversation with you at this moment, it is because you are the father of my grandson and because we have a project that we must carry out. After the regrettable role you played as my daughter's husband, I have no desire to deal with you in the slightest. For a supposedly respectable man, you lack a lot of character. - My father's words struck Alexander like daggers to the heart. He wasn't going to hold back what he thought of him and he said it straight to his face.

However, although my father didn't have any fondness for my ex-husband, he had never agreed with me hiding Tristan's existence from him. If it hadn't been for my father, I would have never come to my senses or realized the harm I was causing. After all, Alexander was lucky.

- Mr. Doinel, I accept that I was not a good husband. I understand your point of view and respect it. And speaking of business, I would like to discuss a matter with you privately. - I looked at my father, hoping he would tell him that anything related to the project could involve me, but my father frowned at Alexander for a few seconds before speaking.

- Daughter, leave me alone with Mr. Lancaster. - I took a step back from my father, feeling confused, and looked at him in disbelief that he was asking me that. - Please, Sari, we won't take long. Go with Tristan and the others.I took a glance at Alexander, but he had his eyes fixed on my father seriously.

I thought better of complaining, because whatever they were going to talk about regarding the project, I would find out at any moment. Plus, I didn't feel comfortable after the back and forth where my name and my past were involved.

-I'll be waiting for you.- I replied, shifting my gaze towards my father and realized that they were both holding each other's gaze, my father challenging him with his cold eyes while Alexander was the complete opposite, looking serious as if he wasn't willing to give in.

I left the two men alone in the dressing room and went straight to the seats assigned to the Doinel company, where everyone was admiring the models' designs on the runway, except Michelle, who had returned to Paris after being fired from the company, and Paul was also not in his seat.

-You've outdone yourself, did you see the faces of those scum? You don't know how much I enjoyed it when Amelia fainted. You're a goddess.- Abby was the first to speak when I arrived at my seat and I smiled to myself while accepting Tristan in my arms, who had been with my mother all night.

-You've handled everything with such patience, it impresses me. If it were me, I wouldn't have let them take her away without slapping them.- I laughed at my mother's remarks, even though I know she wouldn't be capable of doing that, her way of punishing was not with violence and neither was mine.

-This is just the beginning, I will take them to court and no one will be able to do anything to save them. Just wait until today's event is over, Sarah Doinel started strong. Isn't that right, my boy?- I spoke to Tristan as if he understood what we were talking about, and all he did was release a contagious laugh before hugging me around the neck.

Vincent was silent beside Abby, not saying a single word, but from his expression, he was just as satisfied as everyone else with my show.

-Ms. Petit... I'm sorry. Doinel. May I have a few minutes?- I looked at the man with that unfamiliar voice and met his ocean-blue, serious gaze, Julian Ferrer.

Tristan's arms wrapped around my neck, hiding his face in my neck as he laughed shyly. When Julian saw this, he smiled to himself, but he didn't stop looking serious.

-Of course, Mr. Ferrer. Is there something wrong with the project or the contract?- I asked, thinking that whatever he had to talk about was related to the collaboration.

-First of all, I want you to know that I admire your work and what you have achieved in such a short time without having to use your real surname.- He smiled without showing his teeth with his flattering comment.

Then, I realized that I had achieved what I wanted, I managed to be recognized for my own work and not for a surname.

-Thank you, Mr. Ferrer. I also admire your work and your effort, your company has a lot of potential, that's why it was chosen by Doinel.- I replied sincerely as I adjusted Tristan in my arms.

-Is this your son? I didn't know... Never mind, excuse the intrusion. Thank you very much for trusting my company. I hope you can accept Lancaster's proposal to carry out the project in New York. I'm sure we will do a great job together.- My brow furrowed in confusion, not understanding what he was talking about.

The project was supposed to be in Paris, there was no way in hell that...

Alexander's words came to my mind and I understood.

-I would like to discuss a matter with you alone.-

Alexander was going to talk about that matter with my father, he was going to propose that the project start in New York.

No, my father wouldn't accept it, and I wouldn't agree to stay in charge of the project in this city that brings me such bad memories.

I looked at Julian, who seemed to agree with Alexander's idea. Of course, it suited them, Julian because his company was here, and Alexander because he knew I would take Tristan with me, and it was very likely that he wouldn't have many chances to go to France when he had a company he should take responsibility for. I trusted that my father would give a sensible answer, a resounding no.