Chapter 18: They Are Attached To Him

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• The CEO's Regret: Hiding His Twin Babies   Chapter 20: Entertaining the Kids

  Andrew furrows his brows in confusion as he watches Adrian come to an abrupt stop. Just moments ago, Adrian had been striding purposefully toward the meeting room, his mind clearly focused on the business that lay ahead. But now, he hesitates, glancing back at the kids who were sitting a short distance away. Andrew expects him to shake off the distraction and resume his course, but to his surprise, Adrian pivots on his heels and walks back toward the children.What is he doing?The twins have now moved to a nearby seating area, clutching a small café menu. Their expressions mirror Andrew's surprise when they see Adrian returning. Ava clutches the menu against her chest, her wide eyes reflecting a mix of curiosity and uncertainty. On the other hand, Liam narrows his gaze, instantly on alert, ready to protect his sister from any unexpected situation.Adrian shoves his hands deep into his pockets, looking down at them with a neutral expression. "I’m not the kind of man who leaves kids hu

• The CEO's Regret: Hiding His Twin Babies   Chapter 19: The Meeting

  An hour ago…Adrian Hale arrives at the Montgomery building, his head pounding from last night’s excessive drinking. He didn’t expect to get that drunk, and now he’s paying for it—late for a meeting, something that never happens. Adrian is the kind of man who’s always at his best. Almost perfect in everyone’s eyes. In business, he’s ruthless. He has no friends, no family—everyone is a potential enemy. Being late is a dent in his carefully crafted image, and he hates it. His jaw tightens as he strides forward, mentally preparing himself to walk into a room full of people who know he slipped up.“Has the meeting started?” he asks Andrew, his voice clipped as he picks up his pace.Andrew hurries to keep up. “Yes, sir. They waited for you, but since Miss Lila needed to present her new proposal, I told them you might be late, so they went ahead.”Adrian clenches his fists but says nothing. There’s no point in getting angry at Andrew—this is his own fault. Without another word, he heads str

• The CEO's Regret: Hiding His Twin Babies   Chapter 18: They Are Attached To Him

  Lila paces the length of her bedroom, her brows furrowed in thought. The morning sunlight filters through the curtains, but the warmth does little to ease the chill in her chest. Ever since Adrian became the largest shareholder in her company, the tension in her life has been palpable. The very thought of facing him again, especially after the incident at the hotel, makes her stomach churn. But today is important—a major board meeting that requires her presence. She has no choice but to go.Her internal debate is interrupted by a faint whimper. She turns to see Ava sitting on the edge of her bed, her face flushed and her small body trembling. Lila’s heart sinks.“Mommy, I don’t feel good,” Ava murmurs, her voice weak.Lila kneels in front of her, placing a gentle hand on her forehead. The heat radiating from her skin confirms her worst fears. “You have a fever, sweetheart.”Ava clings to her mother’s arm. “Don’t leave me, Mommy. Please.”Lila’s resolve wavers. She glances at the clock

• The CEO's Regret: Hiding His Twin Babies   Chapter 17: My Children

  The opulent chandeliers of the Grand Marquis Hotel glitter above as Lila steps into the luxurious dining room. Jacob, ever the charming host, orchestrates the evening with ease, ensuring Ava and Liam are entertained with the hotel’s special children’s menu and small gifts that light up their eyes with joy.“You spoil them too much,” Lila remarks with a soft chuckle, watching her children’s delighted expressions as they marvel at their new toys.Jacob leans back in his chair, a confident smile gracing his features. “If spoiling them brings out those smiles, I’ll gladly do it every day.”Lila shakes her head, a mix of gratitude and exasperation coloring her expression. It’s moments like these that remind her of how dependable Jacob has been through her most trying times.The sound of laughter and clinking glasses fills the room, but Lila feels a pang of unease—a shadow of something unspoken tugging at the edge of her mind. Brushing it aside, she excuses herself to the restroom.“I’ll be

• The CEO's Regret: Hiding His Twin Babies   Chapter 16: Surprise

  Lila’s laughter fills the room as Ava and Liam wriggle under her playful tickles, their small bodies twisting and turning on the plush carpet. "Mommy, stop!" Ava squeals, her giggles bubbling over as Lila pretends to tickle her relentlessly.Liam, not one to be outdone, lunges toward his mother, wrapping his tiny arms around her waist in an attempt to save his sister. "We’ll get you, Mommy!" he declares, his voice filled with mock determination.Lila throws up her hands in mock surrender. "Oh no! The mighty warriors have defeated me!" She collapses onto the floor dramatically, causing both children to burst into laughter.The moment is interrupted by the shrill ring of Lila’s phone. Still smiling, she reaches for it and glances at the screen. Her expression softens when she sees the name flashing across it.“Jacob Kingston,” she murmurs, answering the call as she sits upright. “Hello, Jacob.”“Lila,” a warm, deep voice greets her. The rich timbre of his tone carries a blend of familia

• The CEO's Regret: Hiding His Twin Babies   Chapter 15: Debate

  The tension in the boardroom is palpable as Lila stands at the head of the table, her presence commanding despite the turmoil inside her. The board members sit in silence, their eyes flicking between her and Adrian, whose unyielding gaze remains fixed on her. She clears her throat and begins."Our quarterly projections indicate a dip due to external market conditions," Lila explains, her tone professional. "However, we can recover if we implement cost-cutting measures across non-essential departments."Adrian leans back in his chair, his arms folded, the faintest smirk playing on his lips. "Cost-cutting measures? That’s your solution? Sounds like a short-term fix for a long-term issue."Lila’s jaw tightens, but she doesn’t miss a beat. "A short-term fix is necessary for survival, Mr. Hale, while we work on diversifying revenue streams. Or would you prefer we take reckless risks without stabilizing the current situation?""Reckless risks?" Adrian raises an eyebrow, his tone dripping wi