

I Divorced the President’s Secret Heiress (Kael’s POV)
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Kael Veridan never saw Zorina as more than a strategic marriage to help secure his family's power. But when he announces his engagement to Liora, the glamorous daughter of the governor, Zorina shatters his carefully constructed world. Demanding a divorce, she reveals her true identity as Celestina Alvada, the president's secret daughter and the hidden force behind the Veridan family's success. As the layers of Zorina's power and independence unfold, Kael is forced to confront the woman he's always underestimated. Now, he must decide if his love for Liora is worth more than the regret and loss he feels for the wife he never truly understood. This is a President's Secret Daughter spin-off, told from Kael's perspective, as he grapples with the woman he pushed away, and the powerful truth he never saw coming.
Chapter 1
Jun 19, 2025
KAEL’S POV
I straightened my tie in the mirror, satisfied with the reflection staring back at me. Tonight wasn't just any end-of-year party; it was the beginning of a new chapter in the Veridan legacy. My legacy.
"Mr. Kael," a maid appeared at my door, "your wife is asking about the flower arrangements."
"Tell her they need to match the governor's daughter's dress. Emerald green. " I replied dismissively. "She'll follow whatever I say."
Truthfully, I doubted Zorina would understand anything beyond the mundane responsibilities my late mother had once shouldered. She was competent enough at maintaining the household, I'd give her that much. A dutiful wife from a nobody family that my father had inexplicably chosen for me years ago.
I made my way downstairs, pausing briefly in the kitchen where Zorina was directing the staff with practiced efficiency.
"The flowers need to be flawless," I told her without preamble.
"They will be," she assured me, her voice carrying that familiar note of eagerness to please.
As I turned to leave, she called after me, "Mr. Kael, is there something special about tonight?"
I paused, measuring my response. "It's the end of the year. It's always special." No need to divulge more. Everyone would know soon enough.
The grand foyer was already filling with Veridania City's elite when I took my position by the entrance. Politicians, industry magnates, old money families—connections that had served the Veridan family for generations. Connections I was about to strengthen significantly.
And then she arrived. My special guest. My big surprise.
Liora Hestrel entered the room like a force of nature, her emerald gown shimmering under the chandelier light. The governor's daughter, intelligent, well-connected, and impossibly beautiful. Everything I needed in a partner to propel the Veridan name to unprecedented heights.
"Kael!" she exclaimed, her voice like music.
"Liora," I responded warmly, taking her hand. "You look stunning."
Her eyes sparkled with anticipation. We'd planned this moment meticulously over the past months, and now the time had come.
I glanced around the room, spotting Zorina standing awkwardly near the refreshment table. For a moment, something akin to guilt flashed through me, but I pushed it aside. Business was business, and marriage, at least in our circles—
I raised my glass, calling for attention. "Everyone, please gather around. I have an important announcement to make."
The room quieted, all eyes shifting to me. I noted with satisfaction the governor's approving nod from across the room.
"Today, I want to share some joyous news," I began, my tone deliberately warm. "Liora and I will be married in a month. This union not only strengthens our family's ties with the governor's but is something I've personally looked forward to for a long time."
Applause erupted around us. Liora beamed at my side, her hand slipping into mine with practiced ease. It was only when I heard my name spoken in a strained voice that I noticed Zorina had approached.
"Kael, may I speak with you?"
I frowned at the interruption but nodded, leading her to a quieter corner.
"What is the meaning of this?" she demanded, her voice trembling. "You're marrying someone else?"
I maintained my composure. "Yes. Polygamy is legal here, Zorina. I don't see why this is an issue."
Her eyes widened. "You don't see why it's an issue? I'm your wife, Kael. Have you even considered how I feel?"
"Feelings have nothing to do with this," I replied coldly. "It's a strategic decision. Our family gains influence, and I—" I allowed myself a small smile, "—I gain happiness."
"Happiness?" Her voice cracked. "What about the sacrifices I've made?"
I scoffed at her dramatics. "Sacrifice? Zorina, you're the daughter of a nobody. If it weren't for my father, you wouldn't even be standing here."
The hurt in her eyes was immediate, but I felt nothing. Years of managing business deals had hardened me against such emotional displays.
"I see," she whispered. "So, this is how you've always seen me."
I sighed, impatient to return to my guests. "I don't have time for this drama. The decision is final. You'll remain in the household, and I expect you to behave accordingly."
The party continued without further incident, though I noticed Zorina had retreated to overseeing the staff rather than participating as my wife. It mattered little. Liora commanded the room with effortless grace, charming every guest with her wit and beauty.
"Zorina!" Liora called out at one point, her voice carrying across the room. I watched with mild amusement as my first wife approached, her face a careful mask.
"Could you be a dear and let the staff know the dessert service is taking too long?" Liora asked sweetly. "It's terribly embarrassing for such a grand event, don't you think?"
I said nothing, sipping my champagne as Zorina agreed meekly and turned to leave.
"Oh, and Zorina?" Liora added, her smile never faltering. "You might want to take notes on how to host an event like this. I'd hate for you to feel overshadowed in your own home."
I chuckled, leaning closer to Liora. "She'll learn," I said, dismissing Zorina's obvious discomfort as she walked away.
After the event, I accompanied Liora to her car and promised to see her tomorrow when I come to see the governor. I returned to the house and moved to the dining room to find a tense standoff between Zorina, my sister Kaela, and my mother.
"Everything okay?" I asked casually, ignoring the obvious tension. "Is there an after-dinner snack?"
To my surprise, Zorina laughed—a harsh, bitter sound I'd never heard from her before.
"Snack? Really, Kael? That's what you care about right now?"
I frowned, genuinely confused by her hostility. "What are you talking about?"
She took a deep breath, her hands visibly trembling. "You know what? I'm done," she declared, her voice unexpectedly steady.
"Done with what?" I asked impatiently.
Zorina's gaze swept across the room before landing back on me, her eyes burning with an intensity I'd never seen before.
"I'm done playing the obedient wife turned slave to all of you," she said, her voice growing louder with each word.
Then she looked directly at me, tears threatening to spill from her eyes. "And you," she said, her voice breaking slightly. "I want a divorce."
The room fell silent. My sister gasped audibly. My mother looked stunned. And I—I simply stared at Zorina.

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