The Billionaires Contract Pet

"The Divorce Papers"

Ava

Ava stormed out of the lawyer's office, her stilettos clicking on the marble floor. Five years of marriage, and it had come to this. She couldn't believe Ryder wanted a divorce.

They had built an empire together, Bianchi Enterprises, a conglomerate of luxury hotels and resorts. The memory of their sweet romance, lavish wedding, and countless business triumphs now seemed like a distant dream.

As she walked to her black sedan, Ava's assistant, Rachel, approached her with a sympathetic expression.

"Ava, I'm so sorry. What did the lawyer say?" He asked.

"The usual," Ava replied, her voice tight. "Ryder's willing to give me half of everything, but I have to sign over my shares of the company." Ava's eyes flashed with determination.

"I won't let him take everything away from me. I'll fight for what's mine." Rachel nodded vigorously.

"You deserve so much better than this, Ava. We'll get through this together."

Back in her office, Ava began strategizing. She pulled out files, reviewing financial reports and making calls to loyal allies.

Her business partner and friend, Marcus, answered on the first ring.

"Ava, what's going on?" Marcus asked, concern etching his voice.

"Ryder's trying to push me out," Ava said, her tone even. "But I won't go down without a fight."

Marcus's tone turned resolute. "We'll stand by you, Ava. We've built something incredible together."

As the sun set, Ava felt a sense of resolve. She would not let Ryder undermine her contributions to Bianchi Enterprises.

Ava arrived at the luxurious Bianchi Estate, ready to confront Ryder. She found him in the study, sipping scotch.

His blue eyes met hers, devoid of emotion.

"You're really going through with this, aren't you?" Ava accused, her voice steady.

Ryder shrugged. "It's for the best, Ava. We've grown apart."

Ava's anger boiled over. "You're just trying to get rid of me so you can marry that–"