Broken Promises, Broken Hearts

I had been married to Aiden for five years when, at the company banquet, his assistant showed up wearing the same outfit as me.

Even her hairstyle matched mine.

Aiden's face turned cold. "Go home and change your clothes right away, or don't come to work tomorrow."

Though his words were indifferent, I caught a flicker of panic on his face.

Only I knew that she was Aiden's mistress.

*****

It was the company's tenth-anniversary celebration.

Aiden had booked the banquet at the Happytree Hotel, and all the employees were busy preparing for the event.

For the occasion, I had ordered a gown from Drenden City well in advance.

It was a long, dark teal dress with delicate sequins shimmering on the sheer fabric.

When Aiden saw me, he stood frozen for a moment.

I twirled in front of the mirror. "Do I look good?"

His gaze finally shifted as he responded, "You look stunning.

"At tonight's banquet, you'll definitely be the most beautiful one."

Sure enough, at the party, I heard endless compliments.

"Mrs. Miller's dress is gorgeous! She and Mr. Miller are a perfect match."

"No wonder she's the CEO's wife. She is captivating."

"Well, fairy tale romances really are meant for others."

The female employees gathered in small groups, chattering away. I smiled at them from over Aiden's left shoulder.

But then, in an instant, Aiden's expression darkened. His gaze fixed icily on Karen, who stood not far away.

When I turned around, my smile faded too.

At the entrance of the hotel stood Karen, wearing the same dress as mine, even styled with the same hairdo.

Everyone was watching us, anticipating some drama between me and Karen.

I just stood there, frozen.

Finally, Aiden lost his temper and stormed over to Karen. "Go home and change your outfit right now, or don't bother coming in tomorrow."

Karen, shaken by his powerful presence, looked like a frightened rabbit.

Tears welled up in her eyes and dripped onto her dress.

As everyone murmured, Karen turned to me with tear-filled eyes and apologized.

"I'm sorry, Mrs. Miller. My brother brought this dress back from abroad. I had no idea you'd be wearing the same one."

Her tears streamed down uncontrollably as she glanced back helplessly, her sobs echoing through the room.

Aiden's face remained cold, though his fists were tightly clenched.

"Get out."

Karen, looking wronged, walked past him, hoping for some comfort.

But a moment later, she clenched her hands, digging her nails deep into her palms.

Aiden then returned to me, wrapped me in his arms, and said, "Garcia, don't be upset. This won't happen again."

I gently pushed him away and locked eyes with him, I said, "Aiden, I don't like her. Fire her."

With that, I turned and walked away.