Trapped in a Secret Marriage with a Dangerous Billionaire - Chapter 167

Chapter 167: Shocked to the Bones

The Scott Family’s Main Residence.

At the same time, the morning was eerily quiet over here. Olivia sat alone in her bedroom, her nerves on edge after the chaotic events of the past days.

She picked up the remote from the glass centre table and turned on the TV, scrolling through the channels absentmindedly. Her mind was already swirling with fragmented thoughts when a news headline caught her attention.

Her thumb hovered over the remote, ready to switch channels, but she froze when the anchor mentioned Princess Victoria and the State Dinner.

“I almost forgot she was arriving this week,” Olivia muttered under her breath, lowering the remote as the TV screen changed to show a recap of the previous night’s event.

The newscaster’s polished voice narrated over clips of dignitaries, prominent families, state leaders, and renowned businessmen attending the exclusive state banquet.

“The event, attended by an exclusive list of influential figures, was broadcast by only three national media outlets,” the anchor explained. “This marked a rare public appearance of many notable figures, including Mr. Alexandar Scott, who surprised everyone by arriving with his wife.”

Olivia’s hand faltered, and the remote slipped onto the couch. “His wife?” she whispered, her heart skipping a beat as she became impeccably interested in seeing Mrs. Scott.

The screen transitioned to a wide shot of the venue, followed by close-ups of various high-profile guests. Olivia’s breath hitched when the camera panned to Xander Scott, impeccably dressed as always. But her eyes locked on the woman standing beside him, her arm delicately tucked through his. Aurora.

“No… it can’t be.” Olivia leaned forward, her pulse pounding as the camera zoomed in, confirming her worst suspicions. It was Aurora—radiant, composed, and undeniably standing as Mrs. Alexandar Scott.

The anchor continued, oblivious to Olivia’s spiralling thoughts. “This appearance marks a milestone for Mr. Scott, who has long kept his personal life away from public scrutiny. Guests were shocked to discover that his wife is none other than Aurora Swift, Director and COO of Vintage Cellar.”

The words reverberated in Olivia’s ears like a death knell. She blinked rapidly, hoping that somehow she was mistaken. “Wasn’t she just his mistress?” she stammered. “T-This has to be some kind of mistake.”

Her trembling hands fumbled for her phone. She opened Instagram, navigating to her most recent post about visiting Mrs. Scott to see what people were saying. The comment section was a minefield of chaos, flooded with messages from fans, friends, and strangers alike.

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@FineLiving: “Wait, Aurora is Mrs. Scott? Why didn’t you tell us your sister married Xander Scott?!”

@MillionaireWife: “O.M.G. Aurora used to date Owen, and now she’s married to his uncle? Drama much?”

@VerifQueen: “Why hide this from us, Olivia? We need details ASAP!”

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Olivia’s face paled as she scrolled through the relentless stream of questions. Her breaths came faster, each comment stabbing her pride. She clenched her jaw and quickly dialled Nene’s number, her fingers trembling as she held the phone to her ear.

When Nene picked up, her calm voice only aggravated Olivia further. “Good morning, Mrs. Owen. How can I help you?”

Olivia’s tone was sharp, stumbling on hysteria. “Is your mistress’s name Aurora Swift?”

Nene paused briefly before replying, her voice as composed as ever. “Yes, ma’am. Mrs. Scott is Aurora Swift.”

Olivia’s chest constricted, the confirmation hitting her like a sledgehammer. “T-Then who was the woman I met at the masquerade ball and Xander Scott’s private residence the other day?” she demanded, her voice rising.

“The same person,” Nene replied without hesitation.

Olivia felt her knees weaken as a chill ran down her spine as the terrifying reality hit her. She clutched the phone tightly, her voice quivering. “Was my sister wearing some sort of mask on those occasions?”

Nene, skilled at sidestepping direct questions, responded with a neutral tone. “Mrs. Owen, would you like me to pass along a message to Mrs. Scott?”

Her question only fanned the flames of Olivia’s rage. “Yes! Tell her she will rot in hell for deceiving me when I get my hands on her!” Olivia screamed before ending the call and slamming the phone onto the couch.

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Olivia stood abruptly, pacing the room like a caged animal. Her mind replayed every encounter she had with Aurora—the masquerade ball, the visit to Xander’s residence, every conversation. The realization that she had been unwittingly confiding in her estranged sister shattered what little composure she had left.

“I told her everything,” Olivia muttered, her voice breaking. “I even tried to set her up against herself. Then I told her about Major Walker. She knows!”

A wave of dread crashed over her. “Mum will kill me if she finds out!” she whispered, her hands flying to her hair as panic gripped her. “I betrayed our greatest secret without even knowing it.”

She sank to the floor, her nails digging into the rug as hot tears streamed down her face. “How could I have been so blind? Aurora must have been laughing at me this whole time.”

Her mind reeled as she recalled the calculated way everything had been orchestrated—the blocked network at Xander’s residence, the seemingly flawless hospitality masking a web of deception. “It was all planned,” Olivia realized, her voice shaking. “She played me like a fool.”

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Lying on the floor, she wept bitterly, her cries echoing in the empty room. Her hands clenched into fists as she relived her humiliation, the moments she had grovelled for favour in front of Aurora, all while the latter had silently gloated.

“How could I have let this happen?” Olivia whispered, her voice raw. “I’ve ruined everything.”

Her sobs subsided into a broken silence as she stared blankly at the ceiling, her mind swirling with regret and anger. She had no idea how she would face her mother, let alone salvage the mess she had created.

In her heart, Olivia knew one thing: Aurora had not only outsmarted her but had claimed a victory that left her powerless to retaliate.

Also, she didn’t even know where to begin even if she wanted revenge.

“You win, Aurora. You win,” she whispered, finally conceding in defeat.

While Olivia was nursing her emotional injuries, the most popular controversial blogger in Wing City, released an article that had the citizens leaning out of their seats.

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“Scandals, Secrets, and Stunning Revelation.”

“In today’s edition of Tea Time Gossip, we bring you the juiciest scoop that has everyone talking! The Swift and Scott families are dominating headlines again, and if you thought their tangled web of drama couldn’t get more complicated, think again. Let’s dive into the revelations that are shaking Wing City to its core.

Stella Swift’s Hospital Scare – What Really Happened?

Late last night, Mrs. Stella Swift, the matriarch of the Swift family, was rushed to the hospital’s emergency unit after reportedly suffering a heart attack. While her condition is said to be stable, the cause of her sudden health scare remains unclear.

Speculations are already running wild, and many believe it could be related to her daughter Olivia’s ongoing misfortunes.

Let’s not forget, Olivia recently suffered a heartbreaking miscarriage amidst her stormy marriage with Owen Scott. With scandal after scandal rocking the family, it’s no surprise that Mrs. Swift’s heart finally gave out under the weight of it all.

But here’s the tea that no one can ignore: Is Mrs. Swift facing karma for her past choices? After all, this is the same woman who supported her daughter in snatching Owen from her own stepsister, Aurora. Could this be heavenly retribution for enabling such a betrayal?

The timing is just too convenient to ignore.

Aurora Swift: From Mistress to Mrs. Scott?

Now onto the biggest shocker of the day—a revelation so staggering that it left our tea spilling everywhere. Remember Aurora Swift? The woman who was once the centre of rumours for being Xander Scott’s alleged mistress? Turns out, she’s not just anyone—she is his wife.

Yes, you read that correctly! The real Mrs. Scott has stepped out of the shadows in spectacular fashion. Her exclusive interview with Vogue Magazine unveiled the truth, leaving us all reeling.

At the recent state dinner, Xander Scott made a rare public appearance with Aurora by his side, officially putting the rumours to rest. The cameras couldn’t get enough of the stunning couple, and it was clear to everyone in attendance that Aurora wasn’t some fleeting affair—she was the woman who now holds the title of Mrs. Alexandar Scott.

But here’s the real question: why didn’t Xander and Aurora clarify their relationship sooner? Instead of coming clean, they simply filed lawsuits against gossip blogs that labelled her as his mistress.

Could it have been a strategic move, or were they revelling in the chaos?

Either way, the mystery has been solved, and it’s left us with more questions than answers.

A Scandalous Twist: Aurora’s Past with Owen

Now, let’s take a step back into the Swift family’s murky history. Remember when Aurora Swift used to date Owen Scott? Oh yes, the drama doesn’t stop there.

Here’s the twist that no one saw coming: Aurora, who was once romantically involved with Owen, is now married to his uncle, Xander Scott. Talk about keeping it in the family! The layers of intrigue are almost too much to handle.

Some say this twist of fate is poetic justice. After all, Olivia once stole Owen from Aurora, only to be left humiliated and heartbroken in the end. And now, Aurora stands victorious as the wife of Wing City’s most powerful man, her name gracing magazine covers and her presence dominating the social elite.

Final Thoughts

The Scott and Swift families are serving drama hotter than our morning tea, and we can’t wait to see what happens next.

Is this the end of Olivia’s reign of chaos? Will Mrs. Swift recover from her health scare, or is her past catching up with her in ways she never expected? And most importantly, how will Wing City react now that the truth about Xander and Aurora is out in the open?

One thing’s for sure: the world will be watching as these families continue their high-stakes game of power, betrayal, and redemption.

Stay tuned, Tea Time Darlings—because this tea is far from over!”

~ Tea Time.