Chapter 1
Emily Martin woke up to find she had been reborn at the age of twenty-five.
She remembered that in her previous life, she had married William Kenney-a CEO of a Washington-based company-and later lived with her mother in his home.
Relatives envied her, saying she’d hit the jackpot with William-a blessing beyond measure.
But only she knew how miserable her life had been ever since.
At forty-five in her previous life, she suffered from severe depression. William left her alone at home. In the end, she locked herself in the kitchen and turned on the gas, ending her life.
All these were caused by a woman-William’s cherished one.
Emily furrowed her brows, knowing that woman would seek her out today. She’d prepared divorce papers in advance.
This was the Cafe William frequented-a place etched in her memory forever.
In her past life, it was here that he often met his lover in secret.
She hadn’t found out the truth until she followed him here one day.
When she demanded answers, he slapped her and coldly said: “What happens between us is none of your concern.
That day, she crouched in a corner near the Cafe and wept for a long time.
She’d been twenty-five then too.
Now, clarity struck Emily.
She had wasted her devotion on someone who didn’t deserve it-she had loved the wrong
person for so many years.
Until death, William never truly looked at her
This second chance was for herself
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Frowning, she gripped the Cafe doorknob and turned it.
A soothing coffee fragrance enveloped her as she spotted Sophia Lee in the corner.
Sophia sat opposite her, expression icy and detached. “The one William loves is me. Give up and stop clinging to him.”
Emily slid the divorce papers across the table. “I’ll step aside if you get him to sign this.
Once he signed and the waiting period is over, I’ll leave immediately.”
Sophia’s eyes widened in surprise at her swift agreement-so swift she’d give up the title of Mrs. Kennedy.
Emily met her gaze scoffeedily, adding, “Since he’s always wanted you, I’ll yield.
Just make sure he signs the papers. After that, whatever happens between you two has nothing to do with me.”
She took a sip of water.
This time, she would never again be that naive “Mrs. Kennedy” who was kept in the dark and deceived by everyone.
Sophia’s fingers tightened around her cup, glaring. “Emily, what’s your game?”
“No games. Just tired.”
Emily held her stare, unflinching and at peace.
Without another word, she rose to leave.
The Cafe was bustling with people, but to her, it all felt like noise.
Reading Emily’s resolve, Sophia’s guard lowered. She called after the retreating figure:
“You’re handing William to me! Once I’m Mrs. Kennedy, don’t expect me to return him.
Emily walked on without pausing.
Sophia followed her out, swiping her phone to dial William.
He answered unusually fast.
“William, can you pick me up now?
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I’m at the Noble Baker Cafe.”
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Emily stood just one traffic light away from her, a bitter smile tugging at her lips.
She remembered in her previous life, none of her calls to William were ever answered.
But now, barely moments after the red light switched, the man himself appeared at the entrance of the Cafe.
Emily turned to see him leaning against the glass window in a tailored black suit.
His frame stood tall and straight, broad-shouldered with a narrow waist.
He handed Sophia the cake he carried, bending close to whisper he’d asked his chef for extra
blueberries-her favorite.
Despite herself, Emily’s heart twisted painfully.
