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Artemis is overwhelmed by anger and betrayal upon realizing that Tessa has managed to deceive her and Dale, stabbing her metaphorically in the back. Dale’s cold and furious demeanor shocks Artemis, especially when he mocks the idea of a paternity test and lashes out violently, throwing an ashtray that injures Artemis. His fury intensifies as he orders his men to pursue Lina and Lana, who have fled, further deepening the conflict.

Dale’s suspicions about the paternity of the twins, Lina and Lana, escalate when he learns they have run away together. His doubt extends even to Manny, another child believed to be his, causing Artemis to tremble with fear as the foundation of their family is questioned. The tension between Dale and Artemis reaches a breaking point, with Dale openly expressing his disbelief and anger, shattering any remaining love between them.

Amidst this turmoil, Artemis reflects on her secret plan to obtain DNA samples through Tessa, hoping to manipulate the situation. However, Dale’s sudden outburst and insistence on paternity tests disrupt her scheme, leaving her without a way to control the outcome. Meanwhile, Tessa, who is monitoring events through Victor’s contacts, revels in the chaos, convinced that none of the children are truly Dale’s, and finds satisfaction in Dale’s suffering.

Victor supports Tessa’s grim satisfaction, acknowledging that the situation is exactly what she wanted. Tessa feels a sense of poetic justice in seeing Dale, once cold and heartless, now tormented by doubts about his own children. The chapter ends with Tessa embracing the karma unfolding, while Artemis faces the harsh reality of a family torn apart by accusations and mistrust.

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She had no idea what kind of tricks Tessa had up her sleeve, but somehow, that woman had managed to stab her right in the back–and hard.

Every time Artemis thought of her, she seethed with hatred; just th grind her teeth.

Tessa made her

Dale let out a cold, mirthless laugh. “Heh… good. Very good. Ran away, did she?”

Ran away… Why would she run? It was only a paternity test–just a test! Why would she run from that? His laughter was so chilling it sent shivers down Artemis‘ spine. She didn’t even dare to respond.

After living with him all these years, she had never seen Dale like this before.

When she stayed silent, his fury only grew stronger; it spread through him like wildfire.

Finally, unable to contain it, he snatched up the ashtray on the coffee table and hurled it to the ground.

The crash echoed through the room; shards of glass flew in every direction. Some of the splinters struck Artemis‘ calf, and she gasped in pain.

Dale’s breathing was ragged. “Good. Very good.”

“Lenny!”

“Yes, sir!”

“Send people to assist Trevor. Have Ronnie go too.”

Ronnie was one of Dale’s most trusted men–someone with power, and men under his command.

Trevor had already gone after Lina.

With Ronnie now joining in, Lina didn’t stand a chance. She wouldn’t get far–especially not with Lana still injured and unable to move properly.

Artemis‘ face drained of color. Her chest felt tight as she stared at him. “You–how could you?”

“They’re not mine, are they?”

“They are yours!” Artemis snapped. “You’ve gone too far–why are you doing this?”

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“If they’re mine, then why’d they run?”

If Lina had run off alone, fine–but she’d taken Lana with her. That was what pushed Dale’s suspicions over the edge.

And now, it wasn’t just doubt it was certainty. He was sure those twins weren’t his.

“Father!” Manny stepped forward.

Dale suddenly turned on him, eyes blazing. “Manny, huh? Is he really my son?”

The question hit like a thunderclap. Artemis went pale, terrified.

She’d been thinking–even if the truth about the girls comes out, at least there’s still Manny.

But now, with Lina taking Lana and fleeing, Dale’s doubt had spread. He was questioning Manny too.

Artemis‘ whole body trembled. “If he’s not yours, then whose is he?”

“How the heck should I know?” Dale shot back. “I’d love to know whose he is! You woman-”

He broke off, coughing violently, the anger wracking his body.

Things had gone too far. Whatever love had existed between them—it shattered completely at that moment.

His outburst left Artemis frozen in shock.

She stared at him, horror in her eyes. “You–you’re unbelievable.”

“Run?” Dale sneered, steadying his breath. “Let’s see how far they get.”

They were in Redwood. As long as he gave the order, Lina wouldn’t make it far. Not alone; not here.

Artemis trembled uncontrollably.

Manny tried to step forward, but she grabbed his wrist and held him back, shaking her head.

Dale already doubted him; if Manny kept pushing, Dale might demand a paternity test with him next–and if that happened, they were finished.

Lina, why did you have to run…? Ever since Dale mentioned doing the paternity test, Artemis had been scheming in secret.

Her plan had been to get a DNA sample—either from Dan or from Tessa.

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That was why she’d agreed to let Tessa return.

But before she could even put her plan in motion, Dale exploded.

Now, if the test went ahead, she had no switched samples, no way to

Meanwhile, back with Tessa-

it the results.

Because Victor had people stationed at Black Mountain, she was getting real–time updates on everything happening there.

When she learned that Dale, in his fury, now wanted a paternity test with Manny, she couldn’t help clicking her tongue twice. “So tell me,” she said, “is he really his kid?”

Victor said nothing.

Tessa said, “I don’t think so. None of those four kids are his. There’s got to be something wrong with him. Maybe even Dan isn’t his either!”

Victor thought. If that’s true, that’s some next–level cheating. Absolutely insane.

He brushed a hand through her hair. “Isn’t this the outcome you wanted?”

Tessa let out a breath. “I wanted this so badly.”

She really did.

Every time she thought about how cold and heartless Dale had been–and now seeing him get burned by his first love–it was almost poetic. Chapters first released on Find_Novel(.)net

Karma, plain and simple. It felt right. Perfect, even.

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The chapter closes on a raw and painful note, capturing the unraveling of trust and the shattering of what once might have been love. Dale’s fury and suspicion have driven a wedge so deep that even the bonds of family are questioned, leaving Artemis caught in a whirlwind of fear and helplessness. The emotional weight of betrayal, doubt, and desperation hangs heavy, underscoring the fragile nature of their relationships and the devastating impact of secrets and accusations.

Amidst the chaos, the theme of karma weaves quietly through the narrative, as Tessa’s cold satisfaction hints at the consequences of past actions finally catching up. The chapter leaves us with a sense of inevitable reckoning, where pain and retribution intertwine, and the characters are forced to confront the harsh realities of their tangled lives. It’s a poignant reminder that in the storm of mistrust, the truth can both wound and set free.

The tension between Artemis and Dale has reached a breaking point, and in the next chapter, expect the emotional fallout to deepen. Artemis is caught in a web of suspicion and betrayal, her carefully laid plans unraveling as Dale’s fury pushes him to question everything — even Manny’s paternity. The fragile bonds holding their family together are cracking, and the weight of doubt threatens to destroy any remaining trust. How will Artemis navigate this storm, especially with Dale’s anger growing more unpredictable by the minute?

Meanwhile, Tessa’s presence looms larger than ever, her cold satisfaction at Dale’s unraveling hinting at darker schemes yet to be revealed. With real-time updates from Victor and her own ambitions driving her, Tessa’s moves are calculated and relentless. The question remains: how far will she push before the consequences become too great for anyone to bear? The next chapter promises a gripping blend of emotional turmoil and strategic maneuvering, leaving readers eager to see who will emerge victorious and who will be left shattered in the wake of their choices.