Chapter 11 Ashworth Holdings was buzzing with activity lately . Several stalled major projects had suddenly resumed . Word around the company was that Sterling Industries had provided crucial funding - essentially becoming Ashworth's " lifeline . " Then later , I heard that Marcus had exploded at someone during a business dinner for mentioning his " adopted sister " -me - by name . Apparently his dislike for me had reached new heights . Sure enough , Camden came home the next night . very He didn't even take off his shoes before rushing over with a new divorce agreement . " Just sign it . " I laughed coldly . " Take your garbage and get out . " He frowned but then relaxed his expression . Unusually , he didn't lose his temper . Instead , he tried to explain : " Ashworth Holdings is at a critical juncture right now . If we divorce , it gives the outside world closure . It's better for both of us . " " Oh , how well Ashworth Holdings does is my problem because ... ? " " How is it not your problem ? " He paused , finally remembering all those humiliating divorce agreements from before . He softened his tone : " If you agree , I'll give you 8 % of the shares . " I looked up at him , my lips curling sarcastically . " Wow , Mr. Ashworth is so desperate to bring his beauty home that he's willing to part with such generous terms . Must really be in a hurry . " Though this was still nowhere near the 25 % stake he'd promised me during our most romantic period . " Sage , I don't want to argue about this . I'd advise you to quit while you're ahead . " Camden's expression darkened , his tone becoming harsh : " If you won't sign , I can keep dragging this out . Either way , I don't lose anything . " I wasn't angry . I smiled and nodded . " Fine . " His expression relaxed . " But . " I changed course . His brow furrowed . 13.4 % Chapter 11 " I don't want the shares . " I said calmly , " I want that land on the West Side . " " The West Side ? " Camden looked at me like I'd lost my mind . " What do you want that wasteland for ? " That property had been abandoned for years due to unclear ownership and other legal issues that had killed the development plans . To him , it was just a non - performing asset he couldn't liquidate . Remembering my former business acumen , he grew suspicious : " Even if you sold that land , you wouldn't get nearly enough money to run a company . " He studied me suspiciously , clearly thinking I had some hidden agenda . " It was part of my dowry from Dad . " I met his eyes and spoke each word clearly . He froze . He remembered now . That land had been part of my dowry . It had once been incredibly hot property with unlimited potential . Years ago , when Camden's poor decision - making had led to a cash crisis at Ashworth Holdings , I'd mortgaged that land to help him weather the storm . Later , when the project was shelved and property values crashed overnight , he'd casually bought it back as our " anniversary gift . " A worthless piece of wasteland in exchange for 8 % of valuable company shares - it was an incredibly good deal no matter how you looked at it . Camden thought for a few seconds , then nodded with satisfaction . " Deal . " Soon enough , the lawyer brought over a new agreement . The moment I finished signing , Camden snatched the papers and bolted for the door , afraid I'd change my mind if he stayed another second . Watching his retreating figure , I smiled silently . На . Camden would never know what he'd just given up . I set down the pen and walked to the window . I thought back to what Marcus had said that day . " Want to make him pay ? Help me get that West Side property back . " 10.29 Who Needs a Divorce Lawyer When You OWN the Company ? Honey , You Are FIRED ! 13.6 % Chapter 11 " That worthless land ? " " They're planning to build the new city subcenter there . The most high - end commercial complex will be anchored on that site . " " Why would you think I'd agree to help you ? " " It belonged to Dad . " His tone had been matter - of - fact . " Once it's back in my hands , it belongs to the Sterling family again . "