Chapter 0017 Chapter 0017 Serenas POV Youre an asshole , Bill , I say with a straight face . I can feel my face getting hot , but I dont let any emotions show . Hes acting like his old self , trying to provoke me with his words . But I can play that game too . I scoff at his comment . So , what if I have a sugar daddy ? shoot back . Whats it to you ? Were already divorced . Bills jaw clenches , and his eyes narrow slightly . He says , Now , I get it . You have a new target . What does that mean ? I ask , demanding an explanation Youre just running around the neighborhood seducing rich guys , Bill snaps . Well , guess what ? I have more money than all those idiots combined ! Where is this coming from ? This is the first time Bill has ever accused me of cheating . And now , hes even labeling me a gold digger . Is that really what you think of me ? I ask . Youre acting Eke you were some perfect husband just because youre rich . Get over yourself , Bill. Oh please , Serena . You knew what you were getting into marrying a CEO . It wasnt all about love , right ? You had your eyes on the money from the start , Bill fires back . Bills rant is getting worse . I keep calm and say , I married you for who you are , not for your money . Its a shame you cant understand that . Suddenly , memories of all the fights between Bill and me come flooding back . He always acted so childishly during our arguments . There were times I felt like he wasnt trying to resolve our issues at all . It seemed like he just didnt want me to have the upper hand . To him , our bickering was like a competition , a game where he had to come out on top . Bill lashes out . Yeah , right . You just stuck around as long as it was good for you . And now what ? Showing up with fancy stuff , probably eyeing your next rich catch already . Thats it ! I yell , standing up . I could slap you right now , Bill . But were in a hospital and I dont want to cause a scene . And for your information , this is from Calvin . Right after I mention Calvins name , Bills expression changes to shock . He looks at me , his eyes wide , as if hes trying to figure out if Im lying . Then , he turns away and after a moment , says quietly , I must say , you have guts . I cross my arms and give Bill a skeptical look . So , now you think Im seducing your uncle too ? I ask . You think Im going down a list of billionaires ? Who am I after now , Jeff Bezos ? I just think youre so smart for going after someone richer than me , Bill replies . I mean , why stop at my uncle ? With your track record , Im sure youve got a whole lineup of rich guys waiting . I let out a sardonic laugh . I actually thought you cared about me when you saved me from that motorcycle , And you know why Calvin gave me this ? He was grateful that I signed the consent forms for your operation . What consent form ? Bill asks , looking confused . Of course , youd be the one to sign it . You were the only one there . They asked for family , Bill , I remind him . Im not your wife anymore , remember ? Bill goes quiet for a bit , then looks at me with a mix of confusion and hurt . Out of everyone , why go after my Chapter 0017 uncle , Serena ? You really hate my family so bad that you want to mess it up ? he asks , Maybe Aunt Claire and Mom are right about you . Ive had enough of Bills constant accusations . Its like hes always trying to find some hidden , malicious motive behind everything I do . Gathering my purse , Im ready to storm out of the room , but I pause to confront Bill one last time . You know what your problem is , Bill ? You trust everyones word over mine . Do you really think Im that evil ? Bills response is a cold , hard stare . How can I trust you , he asks sharply , when you drugged me to get married ? Im on the verge of telling him that it was Doris who drugged him , not me . But I stop myself . Whats the use if hes not going to believe me ? To him , Doris is a trusted colleague at work , and theres nothing Bill values more than his business . Why would he take my word over hers ? As I head towards the door , Bills voice stops me . Hey ! Where are you going ? Were not done here . I turn back briefly . Oh , but we are , Bill , I say firmly . The only reason I stayed last night was because the doctor asked me to . I wouldnt be in the hospital if you hadnt made me sign the divorce papers , Bill says , blaming me . Dont try to blame this on me . Remember your place , Bill . You cant control me anymore , I say firmly . Im going to talk to my lawyer to sort out our divorce . After that , I have nothing to do with you anymore . With those final words , I leave the room . In the hallway , I call Atty . Richardson , he greets me . How can I assist you today ? You dont have to call me that , Attorney , I respond . Bill , my ex husband , already signed our divorce papers . Understood , replies Attorney Marquez . 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