My Secret Billionaire Husband Chapter 2842 - 2852: Unilateral Termination of Contract

It was only later that the realization dawned upon her: Joanna Lawrence had also made an appearance at Ripple Pavilion.

After a moment of contemplation, she became convinced that the unfolding issues were directly linked to that encounter.

Frank Parker must have encountered that wretched Joanna Lawrence.

Perhaps that little vixen had even poisoned his mind against her.

This, she surmised, was the reason her meticulously laid plans had crumbled tonight.

The mere thought intensified Annie Lawrence’s burning resentment. Her gaze fixed on Joanna Lawrence, sharp and accusatory: "Tell me, have you met Frank Parker or not?"

Joanna Lawrence paused, a flicker of hesitation crossing her features.

Observing Annie Lawrence’s almost unhinged demeanor, a subtle hint of doubt surfaced in Joanna's eyes. After a brief silence, she responded with cool indifference, "What concern is it of yours? I'm not obligated to answer you, am I?"

This reply seemed to stoke Annie Lawrence’s fury even further. She suddenly erupted, her voice laced with accusation directed at Joanna Lawrence: "So you really did meet him? Joanna, was this intentional? You already have Ashton Heath, yet you still crave more?"

"Let me make myself perfectly clear, Frank Parker is the man I have decided to pursue. I will have him, no matter the cost. Anyone who dares to stand in my way or sabotage my intentions will face my wrath! Furthermore, don't delude yourself into thinking Frank Parker genuinely favors you; women like you hold no interest for him. Stay away from Frank Parker, do you understand?"

Joanna Lawrence: "..."

She was utterly flabbergasted.

Annie Lawrence had set her sights on Frank Parker?

Since when did this happen?

She was only aware of Annie Lawrence’s previous infatuation with Ashton Heath.

Now, she had abruptly shifted her affections and was targeting Frank Parker as well?

And, she declared her absolute determination to possess Frank Parker?

Joanna Lawrence genuinely couldn't bring herself to care about Annie Lawrence’s romantic pursuits; it was of no consequence to her.

As long as Annie didn't attempt to snatch her man, she was content.

However, the fact that Annie Lawrence had undergone plastic surgery to resemble her and was now attempting to get close to Frank Parker irked Joanna immensely.

"I'll say it one last time, Joanna Lawrence, you are forbidden from approaching Frank Parker in the future!" Annie Lawrence vehemently declared once more. With a possessive air, as if staking an unshakeable claim, she turned and departed.

As she watched Annie’s retreating figure, Joanna Lawrence’s frown deepened.

She knew Annie Lawrence’s character all too well.

When Annie Lawrence set her sights on a man, she employed every conceivable tactic to ensnare him.

This was precisely how she had acted when coveting David Benington.

Personal ethics held no place in Annie's world.

As long as her objectives were met, she disregarded all moral constraints.

Consequently, when she resolved to win a man’s heart, her success rate was remarkably high.

David Benington had fallen prey to Annie’s seduction, shattering their nine-year relationship and reducing it to a hollow mockery.

Could Frank Parker possibly resist the allure of Annie Lawrence’s machinations?

*

Dawn broke, and the following morning, Joanna Lawrence made preparations to journey back to Closia.

Just as she was about to inform Edward Cooper of her intentions, her phone rang – a call from Linda arriving the very instant before she stepped out of her room.

"Hey, babe, have you caught sight of the trending news today? I think you might want to reconsider your departure and continue filming the show." Linda, not allowing Joanna a word, continued with palpable excitement, "Omega Huntley, ah, I mean Annie Lawrence’s contract has been unceremoniously terminated by Shone Agency. Shone Agency has officially released a statement confirming Annie Lawrence is no longer affiliated with them as an artist."

"Following this, Shone Agency formally requested the Program Group to remove Annie Lawrence from the show. Therefore, you are no longer required to film alongside her, and your immediate return to Closia is unnecessary.