Chapter 3 - Morning Brings Shocking Financial Ruin
Golden morning sunlight broke through the heavy rain clouds, casting a bright glare across the luxurious master bedroom in River Oaks.
Ethan stretched lazily beneath the imported Egyptian cotton sheets, feeling like a king who had finally conquered his kingdom.
He slid out of bed, strapped a gleaming luxury watch to his wrist, and walked downstairs to brew his morning espresso.
Chloe was already sitting at the kitchen island, wearing a silk robe and scrolling happily through high-end baby furniture catalogs.
“Good morning, my successful CEO,” Chloe cooed, looking up with an adoring smile as Ethan kissed her forehead.
“Morning, sweetheart... today is the first day of our brilliant new life together,” Ethan replied, pouring his coffee proudly.
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He pulled out his company-issued platinum credit card to book a celebratory morning spa day online for Chloe.
The digital screen flashed an instant red error warning across his phone: Transaction Declined - Account Suspended.
