Chapter 2 Menu Her voice trailed off , carrying a touch of pitiful charm . " Remember your place . " Justin's expression turned icy , his gaze sharp with warning . His cold stare sent a jolt of fear through her . Realizing her mistake , Samantha quickly adopted an obedient tone . " Of course , Mr / Pittman . I'll do as you say ! " She appeared meek , but inwardly , she was calculating her next move . She had naively believed pregnancy would secure Justin's commitment , forcing him to divorce Emelia and marry her instead . Yet reality proved otherwise . Justin showed no intention of leaving his wife . But it was okay . Samantha's mind raced as she took the black card . Her unborn child was her greatest bargaining chip . She was sure she could make Emelia walk away voluntarily ! Just then , the auction hall's heavy door creaked open . The groan of the hinges cut sharply through the tense silence , drawing curious glances from the crowd . The guests turned their heads , only to find a captivating figure - Emelia . She wore a body - hugging red dress , its hem flowing like liquid flame with her steps , perfectly accentuating her curves . In her 4 - inch heels , she exuded confidence as she walked , her wavy hair cascading down her back , swaying with each step , adding a touch of allure . Her makeup was sultry , her deep eyes veiled with mystery , concealing inscrutable emotions . Her scarlet lips curved into a mysterious , mocking smile , crowning her presence with regal dominance , like a queen emerging from shadows . Justin's brows immediately knitted when he recognized her . He never expected to see Emelia at this event , knowing how much she normally avoided such gatherings like the plague . Samantha's eyes blazed with jealousy the moment she spotted Emelia . Emelia's effortless beauty , confidence , and poise made Samantha feel painfully inadequate . She subconsciously clenched her fists , thinking , " Why did Emelia have everything , a wealthy upbringing , and a husband like Justin , while I have to fight for every scrap in life ?! "