THE BILLIONAIRE'S FOUR SECRET HEIR'S AND HIS BETRAYED WIFE

THE WOMAN WHO REFUSED TO DIE

Three hours later, the search around the accident scene had become more intense than anyone had expected. Police officers moved through the area, checking every corner of the wreckage and searching through the ashes for any sign of Veronica. They searched beneath the damaged vehicle, around the rocks, and even down the slope where parts of the car had fallen.

But there was nothing.

Nobody.

No clear trace of her.

One of the police officers finally stepped away from the wreckage and removed his gloves. He stared at the burnt remains of the vehicle before slowly shaking his head.

“I think everything got burnt,” he said.

The words spread quickly.

Everyone had already feared the worst, but hearing it from an officer made the situation feel real.

Williams took the next available flight and joined the search, refusing to believe that Veronica could simply disappear without a trace. But after hours of searching, there was still nothing.

Jessica, however, pretended to be devastated.

She cried whenever people looked at her. She lowered her head, covered her face with her hands, and acted as though she had lost someone she loved deeply.

“She must have been inside when the car caught fire,” someone said.

“She probably could not escape.”

Soon, everyone accepted the terrible conclusion.

Veronica was dead.

The family eventually arranged her burial without a body. All they had was the small amount of sand and remains collected from the accident scene.

But while the Williams family mourned a woman they believed was dead, Veronica was very much alive.

Far away from the accident scene, in another country, she lay on a hospital bed with bandages wrapped around several parts of her body.

Her body was weak, but her eyes were open.

She remembered everything.

The crash.

The fire.

The pain.

And the stranger who had pulled her from the wreckage.

The man was a geologist who had been studying the rocks in the area when the accident happened. He had witnessed the crash and immediately rushed toward the vehicle. When Veronica pleaded for help, he risked his own safety and dragged her away before the flames completely consumed the car.

Later, with the help of Doctor Norah, Veronica had been secretly moved out of the country.

Mr. Alex sat beside her bed like a worried father. His face was filled with concern as he looked at the injuries covering her body.

“This was not an accident,” he finally said. “Someone wanted you dead.”

Veronica slowly turned her head toward him.

“I know.”

Alex frowned.

“You know?”

Veronica took a painful breath before answering.

“I know who did it.”

Alex leaned closer.

“Who?”

“It was Lynn.”

The room became silent.

Alex stared at her for several seconds before his expression hardened.

“Then we should have her arrested immediately.”

Veronica slowly shook her head.

“No, Mr. Alex. Not yet.”

“Not yet?” Alex asked, clearly surprised. “She tried to kill you.”

“I know.”

“Then why are you protecting her?”

“I am not protecting her.”

Veronica's fingers tightened around the blanket.

“If I deal with Lynn now, Richard will escape. I don't want only Lynn to suffer for what she has done. I want both of them to face the consequences together.”

Alex watched her carefully.

“You want them both in prison?”

“Yes.”

Her voice was weak, but there was determination behind every word.

“If I expose them now, they will find a way to defend themselves. They will hire lawyers, create stories, and pretend they are innocent. I want to gather enough evidence that neither of them can escape.”

Alex nodded slowly.

“Then you need protection. You cannot continue this alone.”

“I know.”

“I also heard that the Williams charity gala is happening soon,” Alex added. “I have been invited.”

Veronica's eyes narrowed.

“I wanted to attend that gala.”

“You still can.”

“No.”

She slowly looked toward the window.

“Lynn wants everything that belongs to the Williams family. She wants the wealth, the position, the respect, and Richard. She believes she has already won.”

A faint smile appeared on Veronica's lips.

“Let her believe it.”

Alex raised an eyebrow.

“I want to watch them celebrate while they think I am dead. And when the time comes, I will make sure they understand exactly what they have done.”

Meanwhile, the Williams family continued with the charity gala.

The hall was beautifully decorated. Cameras were everywhere, and journalists crowded around the entrance. Guests arrived in expensive clothes, while the media captured every important moment.

Then Lynn entered with Richard.

She walked beside him majestically, smiling at the cameras like a woman who had already secured her place in the Williams family.

“She looks beautiful,” one guest whispered.

“She does,” another replied. “But honestly, she is not as beautiful as Veronica.”

The comment made the woman beside her quickly place a finger against her lips.

“Keep your voice down.”

Inside the hall, the guests settled into their seats.

Mrs. Jessica eventually walked onto the podium. She looked perfectly dressed, smiling as the cameras focused on her.

“Quiet, please,” she announced.

The hall gradually became silent.

“Today is a very special day for the Williams family. We are not only celebrating our charity work and continuing a tradition that has existed for years. Today, we are also celebrating something even more precious.”

Lynn smiled.

Jessica looked toward her.

“We are celebrating the unborn heir of the Williams family.”

Applause filled the hall.

Lynn lowered her head modestly, pretending to be shy.

“Yes,” Jessica continued. “And although Veronica is no longer with us, may her soul rest in peace.”

Williams remained silent.

Suddenly, before Jessica could continue, a woman entered the hall.

She was dressed like an ordinary guest, but Lynn immediately recognized her.

It was Amanda.

The nurse.

Lynn's smile disappeared.

She immediately left Richard and hurried toward her.

“Lynn, what is wrong?” Richard asked.

“I need to speak with her,” Lynn replied quickly. “She is an old friend.”

She pulled Amanda away from the crowd.

“What are you doing here?” Lynn whispered angrily. “You were not invited.”

Amanda stared directly into her eyes.

“You are afraid because I know your secret.”

Lynn's breathing became heavier.

“You almost gave me a heart attack.”

“I could have done much worse,” Amanda replied coldly.

Lynn quickly changed her expression and forced a smile.

“Come. Sit with us.”

She led Amanda toward a VIP seat, hoping that keeping her close would prevent her from causing trouble.

Richard approached them.

“You almost distracted the entire gathering.”

Lynn smiled innocently.

“I was only welcoming an old friend.”

The celebration continued.

But Amanda had not come to celebrate.

She had come for revenge.

When the main event began, Amanda suddenly stood up.

Her voice cut through the hall.

“She is faking her pregnancy!”

The room fell silent.

Lynn's face went pale.

Amanda pointed directly at her.

“She is not pregnant. What she is carrying is not a baby.”

Williams immediately stood.

“What are you saying?”

Lynn stared at Amanda.

“Do you know what you are doing?”

“Yes,” Amanda replied. “And I am ready to tell everyone the truth.”

Mr. Williams stepped forward.

“Young lady, do you understand the consequences of accusing a member of this family? If you are lying, you will be arrested.”

Amanda did not move.

“I am not lying.”

Richard turned toward Lynn.

“Is it true?”

Lynn's eyes filled with tears.

“Truth about what? Are you really going to listen to this woman? She hates me. She is an enemy of this family.”

Amanda shook her head.

“I was the nurse who helped you obtain the artificial pregnancy. I know exactly what you are carrying.”

The hall erupted into whispers.

Jessica's eyes narrowed.

“Lynn,” she said, “take off the pregnancy padding.”

Richard looked shocked.

“Mother!”

Jessica did not look away from Lynn.

“If she is telling the truth, we need to know now.”

Lynn stepped backward.

“What kind of embarrassment is this? You want me to undress in front of everyone?”

“No,” Jessica replied firmly. “Then come with me and Richard to the bathroom.”

Lynn froze.

“If Amanda is lying, she will face the consequences. But if she is telling the truth, your judgment begins tonight.”

For five long seconds, Lynn stared at Amanda.

She had never expected the nurse to betray her.

But Amanda had her own reason.

Lynn had once unknowingly destroyed Amanda's relationship, causing Amanda's boyfriend to leave her.

Now Amanda had finally found a way to make Lynn pay.

And tonight, Lynn's carefully constructed lie was beginning to collapse.