Chapter 23 % Emmas POVI Inside the studio , there were perfume bottles , essential oil test strips , and a variety of professional perfumery equipment spread out everywhere .
Wow ! This is amazing ! I said , feeling both overwhelmed and excited Chase smiled softly, reaching out to ruffle my hair .
If you like it , thats all that matters .
His smile was warm , and his affection for me was clear in his eyes .
It gave me a sense of peace I had never known before .
Your happiness is my happiness , he added , his voice full of genuine care .
As I looked around the studio , I couldnt help but think about how different this felt compared to my past with Jason .
During my seven years with him , I never experienced this kind of respect or understanding .
Jason had always been distant , and commanding , as if I was simply there to serve him .
!! But Chase ? He saw me as an equal , respecting my dreams and supporting my career .
It was like finding an oasis in the desert , something Id never imagined but desperately needed .
The relief , the sweetness of it all , was intoxicating.X Perfume had always been more than just an accessory to me .
It was a form of expression , an emotional outlet .
I had always believed that the right fragrance could capture your essence , your soul .
! So , I threw myself fully into developing my perfume line.X The first fragrance I created was called Rebirth .
The top notes were fresh citrus and green leaves , the heart notes were delicate jasmine and rose , and the base notes were warm sandalwood and musk .

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It felt like a reflection of where I was in my life : letting go of the past and embracing a brand new beginning .
When Rebirth launched , the response was overwhelming Within days , it was trending across social media .
Fashion bloggers recommended it , and even a few celebrities shared photos using Rebirth on their platforms .
Seeing that , an overwhelming sense of accomplishment flooded through me .
I had created something meaningful , something that people loved .
But , as with everything in life , the joy was short lived .
Just when I thought i could finally enjoy the fruits of my labor .
Jason somehow managed to get my contact information and started bombarding me with messages and calls .
[ Emma , why did you leave me ? Did Chase tempt you with money ? ] Emma , do you know how much I love you ? I cant live without you !! [ Emma , if you dare to be with Chase .
I will post all your old photos online ! ] I stared at the threatening messages , disgusted .
I immediately blocked his number and moved on .
!! Out of sight .
Out of mind ! At least , thats what I thought But Jason , being Jason , wasnt one to take no for an answer He somehow found my studio .
Despite the security guards trying to stop him , he barged right in .
Furious , Jason pointed at me , his face twisted in rage .
Emma , you really are something ! You slept with me and other guys for money ? I scoffed .
Your so called love is treating me like your personal servant , coming and going whenever you please ? Your love is taking everything I gave you and then complaining that I didnt bring you anything good .
You disgust me ! His face changed as a flicker of desperation appeared in his eyes .
Please, Emma , listen to me .
Ava was sick , I was just looking after her .
I swear I wont do it again , Please , forgive me , okay ? Lets start fresh , The more he spoke , the more repulsed I felt Seven years … !! It might not have been a The lies … ! The broken trust .
a lifetime , but it was more than enough time for him to bum everything to the ground .
These are the things I could never go back to .
!! I pointed toward the door , my voice sharp and final .
Get out .
I dont ever want to see you again , Jason Jason was stunned , clearly not expecting me to be so resolute .
His shock quickly turned to fury .
!! He took a step forward , grabbing my wrist with an intensity I hadnt seen before .
His voice was thick with malice .