Chapter 189
Chapter 189:
The shoot was over, and Helena and Dominick were heading back to the station. Midway through their journey, a group of sleek black vehicles abruptly encircled them, effectively halting their progress on all sides.
Dominick hit the brakes hard, a chill of fear spreading through him. He watched the ominous vehicles warily and whispered, “Could we have accidentally crossed paths with local gangsters p>
Fear painted Dominick’s expression, yet he reflexively positioned himself to protect Helena.
The lead vehicle’s door then swung open. As Dominick braced himself, a familiar figure emerged.
“Mr. Wilson?” The surprise in Dominick’s voice was unmistakable.
Looking up, Helena confirmed it was indeed Alden approaching them. He appeared exhausted. His eyes were hollow, his face thinner, yet his distinct features were now more pronounced than ever.
But Helena’s gaze was not one of admiration; it was wary and guarded.
Alden felt a twinge of pain as her defensive look pierced him.
He had been relentlessly searching for her, without any clues except his certainty about her commitment to her career at Nexus TV. He had his people monitor the station, and they finally spotted her.
“Helena, please step out of the car,” Alden pleaded, tapping on the window while maintaining eye contact.
Dominick inhaled sharply at Alden’s tone, his surprise evident. He observed Helena, who had teary eyes as she maintained a steady glare at Alden.
When Helena remained seated, Alden said, his tone laden with urgency, “Helena, please exit the vehicle. Don’t make me ask again, or complicate things for your colleague here p>
“You’re threatening me?” Helena’s voice shook with anger.
Unable to withstand her accusing stare, Alden responded with a mix of desperation and helplessness, “I’m not trying to coerce you! I just need you to come with me so I can explain everything p>
This conversation made Dominick grow increasingly curious, and he flicked his gaze back and forth between them. That was when he noticed Alden’s ring, which matched Helena’s—only now, Helena’s finger was bare, not a single ring in sight.
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Not wanting to involve Dominick further, Helena sighed deeply and relented, opening the car door to step out.
Alden reacted quickly, grabbing Helena and lifting her off her feet in a swift bridal carry. Before Dominick fully comprehended the situation, Alden had already whisked Helena away in his arms.
“Helena!” Dominick shouted, noticing her reluctance and feeling a compulsion to assist.
Xavier intervened, placing a firm arm in front of him, his expression stoic. “Mr. Lloyd, Helena is Mr. Wilson’s wife. They are merely resolving a marital issue, and it’s best not to interfere p>
Dominick’s jaw dropped as he tried to grasp what he was hearing.
Xavier added, “Mrs. Wilson generally keeps her personal life private, so we’d appreciate it if you didn’t discuss this at your workplace. Is that possible p>
“Uh… yes, yes, I can do that,” Dominick stuttered, his words faltering as what had happened didn’t feel entirely real.
Meanwhile, Alden had already placed Helena inside his car.
“Where is your ring?” Alden asked, inspecting her hand with a note of anxiety in his voice.
“I discarded it!” Helena retorted sharply, her frustration bubbling over. “We’re divorcing, Alden. I see no reason to wear that ring anymore. Perhaps you could start drawing up the divorce papers p>
Alden’s anger flared, yet he felt powerless.
Silently fuming, he clenched his teeth and ignited the engine. The vehicle surged forward.
Upon reaching their residence, Alden once again scooped Helena into his arms and carried her inside before she could resist.
It was already dark, and without pausing to switch on the lights, Alden pressed her against the door and leaned in for a kiss.
Helena’s initial shock quickly turned to outrage, and she began to resist forcefully. Then, suddenly, a clink sounded as something fell to the floor. She stopped struggling momentarily, then resumed with increased vigor.
Alden noticed the dropped item and picked it up before she could react. In the dim light, he examined it closely and discovered it was a necklace—and attached to it was not a pendant, but the wedding ring Helena had claimed to have discarded.