7 My discharge from the hospital coincided with my birthday , and Liam ensured it would be a grand affair .
He rented the most luxurious hotel in the city , filling it with extravagance that left the guests in awe .
Gifts piled high as Liams friends and business associates showered me with tokens of their admiration .
But my enthusiasm was muted .
After the previous night , my feelings towards Liams friends had soured .

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They attributed my subdued mood to my recent illness .
The cake cutting ceremony arrived .
Liam wrapped his arms around me , cutting the cake .
Serenity , its your birthday .
Whats your wish ? In the past , I wouldve said I had none ; his love had felt sufficient .
Now , my strongest desire was to leave him , forever .
I looked into his eyes .
Will you grant any wish I make ? Liam paused , then smiled .
Of course .
I smiled , a chilling smile .
Then I have three wishes .
The room buzzed with intrigue as Liam chuckled , completely unaware of the storm brewing beneath my surface .
Three ? Alright , my love , tell me .
I produced a blank piece of paper .
My first wish : I want you to sign this .
mean A gasp rippled through the crowd .
Everyone knew that signing a blank check or any blank document was reckless , even dangerous .
Liam would hed lost all sense .
his caution .
For him to agree Sterling was known for his meticulousness , To everyones astonishment , Liam merely smiled and signed without hesitation .
Done , sweetheart .
I clutched the paper , a wave of relief washing over me .
This signature would be the basis for our divorce agreement .
whats second wish ? subtle seemed demeanor , shift in pleased .
Sweetheart , your Liam , sensing my My gaze swept across the guests .
Their expressions ranged from shock to envy .
Chloe , however , stood apart , her eyes fixated on me , jealousy etched on her face .
My gaze went beyond them , towards a distant land , my future home .
most My second wish , I said , letting a sly smile play on my lips , is that you transfer all your shares in Sterling Industries to me .
The room erupted in murmurs .
Liams shares were worth billions enough to secure power , influence , and independence for anyone w such an lightly empire husband devoted wouldnt give away Even the them .
possessed But Liam simply nodded , taking out his phone and calling his lawyer .
His instructions were clear : transfer every share , without reservation , to Serenity Sterling .
devalling surge now .
Looking at the signed electronic transfer on my phone , I felt a surge of triumph .
Selling those shares would secure my future , enough money to last for ten lifetimes ! Liam held me close .
Sweetheart , Im penniless I forced a smile , ready to speak , when a gasp cut through the air .
Im working for Dont leave me ! you .
Someones fainted ! Liam looked up and saw Chloe collapsed .
His face hardened .
He started to go the hospital .
You stay here .
Text me your last wish .
to her , then hesitated , turning back to me .
Serenity , Ill take her to There isnt one .
He didnt hear me clearly .
What ? I shook my head .
Nothing .
Go .
Watching him rush off with Chloe , I smiled .
I watched as he rushed off , Chloe draped in his arms .
The sight should have hurt , but instead , it brought a sense of quiet closure .
Liam , I dont need to you grant my third wish .
That wish is already being fulfilled Im leaving you .
And in three days , it will be complete .