Chapter 1
“Are you sure you want to deregister all your personal information, Ms. Anderson? Once you do so, to find you
o, you’ll cease to exist in the system. No one will be able
Alyssa Anderson paused briefly, then nodded resolutely, “Yes, I want to make sure no one can ever find meTM
The person on the other end was perplexed. However, they responded promptly, “Understood, Ms. Anderson. The process should be completed within two weeks. Please wait patiently,”
After ending the call, Alyssa pulled out her phone and booked a flight to Flontain scheduled for two weeks later.
Meanwhile, a replay of Splendor Group’s press conference was aiting on television.
A week ago, Stefan Splenstone, CEO of Splendor Group, unveiled a piece of jewelry featuring the finest diamonds and gemstones in the world. The unique creation dedicated to his wife was named “Love, Lys”
Stefan had named it after Alyssa, publicly declaring his eternal love for her to the world.
The release of “Love, Lys” instantly went viral, dominating major platforms and remaining a hot topic. As the press conference ended, the broadcast transitioned to interviews with random people on the street,
“Excuse me, sir, have you heard about Mr. and Mrs. Splenstone’s fairy–tale romance?”
A woman in a floral dress gushed with envy, “Who doesn’t? Didn’t Mr. Splenstone publish a book full of notes about Mrs. Splenistone? Like, just because she loves cherries, he planted cherry trees all over their villa’s garden!
#1 told my husband to take notes, and he said he could never be that kind of man. Ugh, I’m the one who ends up frustrated the more I compare them!!! The reporter continued to interview several others.
A college student stood at the microphone, clutching her hands to her chest. Her eyes were practically shining when she sighed, “They’re basically the embodiment of a romance novel, aren’t they? Mr. Splenstone is like the king of true love
“Four years ago, when Mrs. Splenstone was on the brink of death from kidney failure and urgently needed a transplant, Mr. Splenstone turned out to be a match. Desperate, he ignored everyone’s objections and immediately went into surgery the same day to give her his kidney.
“He said Mrs. Splenstone was his life, and if she were gone, he wouldn’t live ether. What kind of absolute perfect man is that?”
The reporter asked countless people; every single one of them admired Stefan and Alyssa’s love story.
The news replayed over and over.
However, Alyssa only put on a mocking smile
Ever since she was young, Alyssa had always been pursued by admirers because of her looks. But coming from a broken family where her parents divorced early, she never had high hopes for love.
No matter who confessed to her, she always refused, saying, “Sorry, I don’t want a boyfriend, and I’m even less interested in romance.
That was until she met Stefan
Unlike others, Stefan persistently pursued her for three years. After countless rejections, instead of giving up, he only tried harder. He even risked his life in a high–stakes race just to win her a necklace she liked, nearly losing his life in the process.
Only then did Alyssa waver
After they started dating, Stefan’s love never faltered. Instead, he did everything he could to make her happy.
Stefan had gradually softened Alyssa’s hardened heart.
He even proposed to her 52 times before she finally gathered the courage to say yes and agreed to marry him.
On the day of the proposal, Alyssa looked at the ring on her finger with tears brimming in her eyes. She promised Stelan, “Stefan, from now on, I will my best as your wife. Whether in life or death, in wealth or poverty, I will never betray you
“But there’s one thing you must remember–I will not tolerate lies. If you deceive me, I will disappear from your life forever.”
Those beautiful memories were now shattered by harsh reality, reduced to nothing but illusions.
Three months ago, she discovered that Stefan had been hiding a mistress all along. During the day, he stayed with her, but at night, he was with that other woman. His heart had long been divided between two people.
It was indeed true that the ones who burned brightest faded the lastest, while those who paced themselves would keep balling over.
Alyssa gave a bitter smile as she turned off the TV. Then, she printed out the divorce agreement she had long prepared and signed her name
Her words had become a reality. She would stay true to what she said back then. She would disappear from Stefan’s world.
After signing, she placed the divorce agreement in an exquisite gift box, wrapped it carefully, and set it aside.
Stefan walked through the door an hour later
Before he even had time to change his shoes, he hurried over to Alyssa. He wrapped her in an embrace and softly apologized, “I’m sorry, Lyssa. I was out picking up the jewelry, so I came back late and missed our anniversary. Please don’t be mad, okay?”
He presented her with a box labeled “Love, Lys“, coaxing her as he spoke. His black shirt was slightly unbuttoned at the top, leaving the first button
undone
As he lowered his head, Alyssa’s gaze landed on the skin beneath his collar. The marks–kisses and scratches–etched across his chest stabbed her eyes like sharp daggers
Was he really picking up jewelry, or had he spent the evening in Juliette Landon’s bed?
He had probably just gotten out of her bed, hadn’t he?
Stefan, oblivious to Alyssa’s emotions, placed the jewelry on her. His eyes lit up as the dazzling jewels highlighted her stunning beauty.
“Lyssa, you’re breathtaking,” Stefan praised genuinely, his gaze filled with admiration.
But Alyssa showed no sign of joy. Her eyes were slightly red as she pushed the gift box containing the divorce agreement toward him. “This is for you.”
Stefan looked puzzled. “What’s this?”
Alyssa wore a faint smile. “A gift. You gave me one for our anniversary, so naturally, I should give you something, too.”
elan’s eyes brightened with excitement. He treated the box like a precious treasure, eager to open it immediately.
But Alyssa stopped him. “Open it in two weeks.
“Why two weeks?” he asked, confused.
Alyssa emphasized, “Because it’ll be more meaningful for you to open it then.”
Stefan froze for a moment at her words. He didn’t ask further as he simply held her hand and kissed it tenderly. “Whatever my darling says. Your husband here will wait for the surprise.”
Then, like an obedient puppy, he tore off a sticky note, wrote a line, and carefully stuck it on the gift box.
“Open in two weeks.”
Alyssa watched him silently as he did all this. “Stefan,” she thought. “I hope you truly find it a surprise by then.”
