The Billionaire's Secret Bride
Anastasia never expected much from her blind date—let alone that on that fateful day she would marry a complete stranger. As she embarked on her new life with her husband, Christopher, she envisioned a modest, respectful, and ordinary existence. However, Christopher soon revealed an unexpectedly devoted nature. No matter where Anastasia went, he was always there, showering her with unwavering affection and support in ways she had never anticipated.
What astonished her even more was his uncanny knack for solving every problem she faced, whether a minor mishap at work or a significant personal crisis. Each time Anastasia encountered difficulty, Christopher would mysteriously step in, and the issue would be resolved almost as if by magic. When she probed him about his extraordinary interventions, he would simply smile enigmatically and attribute it all to luck.
Yet, as days turned into months, this so-called luck began to raise questions. During one seemingly ordinary evening, while watching a televised interview, Anastasia’s world shifted dramatically. The program featured a celebrated New York billionaire renowned for his extravagant indulgence of his wife—lavish vacations, opulent gifts, and grand gestures that spoke of immense wealth and power. What left Anastasia utterly speechless was the uncanny resemblance between the billionaire and her very own Christopher.
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Chapter: CHAPTER 21The relief from the audit results lasted exactly three days before reality crashed back down.I was at the bookstore Wednesday afternoon, helping a customer find a book on gardening, when Claire's phone started buzzing insistently. She glanced at it, frowned, then looked at me with an expression that made my stomach drop."Ana, you need to see this," she said quietly, pulling me aside once the customer left.She showed me her phone, opened to a gossip website I'd never heard of. The headline made my blood run cold."Christopher Zane's Secret First Marriage Revealed: Billionaire's Past Hidden from Current Wife."My hands went numb as I took the phone from Claire, scrolling through the article with growing horror. According to the piece, Christopher had been married before, years ago, to a woman named Katherine Morrison. The marriage had lasted less than a year before ending in what was described as a "bitter and costly divorce." There were photos—grainy but unmistakable—of a younger Ch
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Chapter: Chapter 20Two weeks passed in a blur of legal meetings, auditor interviews, and relentless media scrutiny.The independent audit of Zane Enterprises was thorough and exhausting, with auditors combing through years of financial records, interviewing staff, examining every transaction with microscopic detail. Christopher spent fourteen-hour days at the office, cooperating fully while trying to keep the company running smoothly despite the distraction.I threw myself into the bookstore, finding solace in the familiar routine of helping customers and managing inventory. The media attention had finally started to die down, the reporters moving on to fresher scandals, though a few persistent ones still lingered outside occasionally.Emily had started her new job and was thriving, her confidence growing with each passing day. She'd found a small apartment near mine, and Caleb was adjusting well to his new school. Thomas was awaiting trial, and Emily had filed for divorce. She was building a new life,
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Chapter: Chapter 19Monday morning arrived with a vengeance.I woke to my phone buzzing incessantly, notifications piling up so fast the device actually felt warm in my hand. Beside me, Christopher's phone was doing the same, both of us jolted from sleep by the sudden onslaught."What now?" I muttered, squinting at the screen through bleary eyes.Then I saw the headline trending across every news site and social media platform, and my blood ran cold."Victoria Ashford Claims Christopher Zane's Marriage is a Sham to Cover Business Scandal."My hands shook as I opened the article, Christopher sitting up beside me, his own phone in hand, his expression darkening with each word he read.Victoria had given an exclusive interview to a tabloid, timed perfectly to air the day after ours. In it, she claimed to have "insider knowledge" that Christopher had married me to distract from alleged financial irregularities at Zane Enterprises. She suggested the timing of our marriage, right before a major merger, was sus
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Chapter: Chapter 18The interview aired at eight o'clock on Friday night, and I couldn't bring myself to watch it.Christopher and I sat in our living room, the television on, but I spent most of the hour staring at my hands while Christopher's thumb traced circles on my palm. I caught glimpses of us on screen—me talking about meeting Christopher, him explaining why he'd hidden his identity, both of us discussing the challenges we'd faced.Watching myself on television felt surreal, like looking at a stranger who happened to have my face and voice."You're beautiful," Christopher murmured during a segment where I was talking about the bookstore. "Have I told you that today?""Only three times," I said, managing a weak smile.My phone was face-down on the coffee table, deliberately silenced. I didn't want to see the real-time reactions, the social media commentary, the hot takes from people who'd watched thirty seconds of clips before forming definitive opinions.When the interview finally ended, Christop
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Chapter: Chapter 17The interview was scheduled for Thursday afternoon at the apartment. Diana had arranged for a journalist named Sarah Chen, someone with a reputation for fairness and integrity, to conduct it. The crew would be small, she assured us—just Sarah, a cameraman, and a producer.But as Thursday approached, my anxiety grew exponentially.Christopher had taken the week off work to help me prepare, which was both touching and terrifying. We spent hours going over potential questions, discussing what we were comfortable sharing and what remained private. Diana came by twice to run mock interviews, pushing us with increasingly difficult questions until I wanted to throw something at her."What made you think you could handle being married to one of the most powerful men in New York?""How do you respond to accusations that you married Christopher for his money?""Your brother-in-law was just arrested for embezzlement. Did you or your sister have any knowledge of his criminal activities?""Victori
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Chapter: Chapter 16The photo of Christopher kissing me on the dance floor was everywhere by morning.I woke up to my phone buzzing incessantly, notifications flooding in faster than I could read them. Articles with headlines like "Billionaire's Mystery Wife Steals the Show at Charity Gala" and "Christopher Zane's Public Display of Affection Shocks High Society" dominated every news site and social media platform.Christopher was already awake, sitting up in bed with his own phone, scrolling through what I assumed were similar notifications. His hair was messy from sleep, his expression unreadable as he read."It's everywhere," I said unnecessarily, stating the obvious."I know." He set his phone down and turned to me, searching my face. "How do you feel about that?"I considered the question, trying to parse through the complicated tangle of emotions. "Exposed. Like everyone in the world saw a private moment that should have been just ours." I paused. "But also relieved. We don't have to hide anymore."
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Chapter: Chapter 49Darcie I leaned against the wall, Charles wrapped his hands around my waist. I'm sad and happy at the same time. I turned to the window again. The bus was still there, his team stood by, waiting for their referee. That's right, today the black kings are leaving for an away game. Charles is supposed to be down there right now but we're just saying our final goodbye. His hands crept under my skirt, found his way to my panties and shifted it. He dug his two fingers inside of my folds. I moaned so loud he shut me up by kissing my lips. My legs started to shake and he placed me on a table. “I'm going to miss you.” He smirked, still pumping his fingers. “Me too.” I shut my eyes, my body twists, like I was riding on his fingers. “Someone could walk in here.” I whispered, moaning deeply. He rubbed my clit and I cried. Then he pulled his hands away, leaving me craving him and wanting more.“Yeah.” He cupped my face. “Don't let anyone bully you while I'm away. Okay?”I nod. “Okay.”“Be stro
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Chapter: Chapter 48Darcie The look on Genevieve's face scares me. She doesn't overreact like the way Sloane does. She doesn't act like a maniac like sloane. There's always a calm look. But I didn't trust it. She liked Charles too. Beneath that calm face, it seemed like she had other motives. I slowly stepped backward, Sloane was obviously trying to cause a scene in this ballroom. I stared baffled at them both, Sloane wanted to step forward but Genevieve held her back. “Enough. What is with you? Don't embarrass yourself.” She snapped at her, calmly..It worked. Sloane released a huge breath, her head tilted, she gave me a hideous look. “That girl…I HATE her so much.”Genevieve walked further and before I could even move back she grabbed my wrist, I lurched towards the both girls, almost losing my balance and tripping. “I don't want any trouble.” I begged, voice cracked. “Just let me go.”“Sloane, do you know I walked in on them naked.” She turned to Sloane. Sloane laughed, surprised. “Who's ‘them’? D
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Chapter: Chapter 47DarcieGenevieve had somehow stolen Charles' away, leaving me and Sloane behind. It seemed like Sloane had a competitor. She was pissed about it. Or maybe two competitors. Genevieve and I..No. I'm not competing for Charles'. He chose me. He loves me. So-instead, I'll say, I'm their competitor. Maybe. I watched Sloane's vein pop from her neck. She sure looks angry. I didn't do anything but just looked away, staring up at the podium and Sloane grabbed my hands.“If you know what's good for you, you'll avoid Charles with all you have.” I sighed deeply. Doesn't she even get tired? “Sloane.” I slumped my shoulders. “How do you expect me to avoid him? I'm literally his nanny.”“Exactly. A nanny is not supposed to be seen in places like this. You have no business wearing this dress.” She rolled her eyes and grabbed a piece of my clothing. “A Jenna Barb collection.” She angrily lets go of it. “Charles must have spent a lot on that.”“Yes. He did.” I smiled. Her voice dripped with hatred.
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Chapter: Chapter 46Darcie We left school, and he drove in his sleek car to this huge fancy boutique. As we got into the elegant store, I'm blown away by the different sectors of dresses and other clothes, shoes and jewelry. Charles' led me upstairs. He said he knows a lady there. It's more beautiful up here, the floor is spotless and the ambience lighting added to the overall catchy outlook.“Hey, Colette.” He said, calling out to a woman holding a hangar by the glass. She looked up and a smile lit her face. “Charles Sterling?”Charles held my hands and we walked closer, I'm just here, feeling nervous, like I don't belong in this extravagant world. “Welcome. Welcome.” She smiled. “What are you shopping for?” Then she stared at me. “Hi.” She waved and I did the same. “Hello.” “Colette, we need a dress for our school's founder's ball. Theme is anything.” “Okay. No problem at all.”Charles sat on the lounge chair behind. I was standing with Colette, showing me some designs and their tailors. I'm busy
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Chapter: Chapter 45Darcie Charles kissed me fervently on the bed. At first, I couldn't get the statement dad said out of my head. But Charles isn't dangerous. He's just wrong about him. Next, I'm moaning as his fingers rubbed my clit. Holding onto him tight. Then he's circling his tongue on my nipples. My moans increased, softly. Hands digging into his hair. We just had sex and I enjoyed every bit of it. We slept together, cuddling and holding onto him tight. The next morning, I woke up smiling, watching him sleep peacefully. He opened his eyes and smiled back, tickling me in sensitive areas and I'm pushing his hands away, laughing. “How was your night? Did you sleep well?” He asked, groggily. “Yes.” I replied in a very low voice. “It was nice because we slept together. I wanna do it all over again.”“Me too.” He wrapped his arms around me, caging me in. “What's the time?” I sensed something wrong. “What do you need that for?” He asked tiredly, eyes closed. “Uhh. School.”He jolted up from bed
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Chapter: Chapter 44Darcie. Charles picked the phone. His jaws set as he spoke to her and I just continued enjoying my ice cream. I didn't listen carefully but I heard some words like “Not coming.” “Don't worry.”When he finally dropped the phone, I broke the silence, asking curiously, with a bit of insecurity. “Why is she calling? Is there any problem?”He shrugged, unconcerned. “Nothing for you to worry about. Just asking about work-related stuff.” He resumed his chocolate. Then smiled. “You love it right?”“Sure” I giggled. My toes curl under the table in excitement. “We should do this more often.”“We don't even have to go out to get things. We could always order if you want.” “Great.” I stretched to have a scoop of his Chocolate chip and the sweetness made me grin so wide, my eyes are wide open, euphoria bursting through my body. “Gosh, I think I want chocolate now.” I pout. “Whatever you want. Go have it.”“Yess.”—-----Charles and I are sitting on a bench watching the sun set over the waterfro
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Chapter: Chapter 5NYLAI stirred my spoon through the pale green gazpacho, watching the droplets of oil swirl like the chaos currently wrecking my life. Smithers had outdone himself, but every cold swallow felt like lead in my stomach.The front door chimes echoed through the mansion, shattering the silence I'd been trying to hide in. I didn't need to look to know that my brother had arrived to finish what our father started. He entered the dining room with his wife, Inara. "I'm sorry, Mrs. King, I told them you weren't expecting company, but Mr. Storm insisted," Smithers said, looking flustered. "My brother has a habit of showing up unannounced," I joked before getting up to greet the couple. Smithers shot Nevan a look of disappointment before wordlessly leaving the room."Where's Aeron?" Inara asked, curiously looking around the empty dining room. Right as those words left her mouth, Aeron stepped into the room, loosening his tie. He took the chair beside me while kindly greeting our guests. T
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Chapter: Chapter 4NYLAThe mahogany doors of my father’s office clicked shut behind me. The air in here always smelled the same. Expensive cigars and old paper.My father, Nolan, didn't look up from his desk. He simply tapped his gold fountain pen against a stack of legal documents."Nineteen minutes, Nyla," he murmured, finally lifting his gaze. "You're cutting it close. I suppose the King boy is proving to be quite the distraction.""What do you want, Dad?" I asked, keeping my voice steady, despite the panic rising inside my chest. "Are the rumors true? Is your husband cheating on you?" He narrowed his eyes at me. To everyone else, he might sound like a concerned father, but the chill in his eyes said otherwise. "No, Aeron would never cheat on me," I said, looking into his eyes. "Did you sign the papers?" He asked, his hands balling into fists."No," I whispered, forcing a smile on my face. "I managed to change his mind," I lied through my teeth. "Good. A divorce scandal would tarnish our reputa
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Chapter: Chapter 3NYLAThe sound of heels clicking against the marble floor outside our bedroom door was the only alarm clock I needed to know that Paisley was here. The heavy weight of Aeron’s arm was gone, but the heat he’d left behind on my skin felt like a permanent brand.The door swung open, revealing Paisley. She was dressed in a bright yellow pantsuit. Her straightened hair swished low behind her back. "Nyla, why are you still asleep? Have you not seen the news? The tabloids are going crazy," she informed me while pulling the curtains wide open. I narrowed my eyes against the blinding sunlight streaming into the room. "What?" I croaked out. "Where the hell is Smithers? Why didn't he wake you up?" She continued, pulling back the blankets. A sharp gasp escaped her lips, her gaze slowly raking over my body. "Lingerie?" She mumbled before curiously checking her surroundings. "Aeron's tie, Aeron's pants, Aeron's shirt... did you have sex with your husband last night?" She asked, smirking in my
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Chapter: Chapter 2NYLA"Ninety days, Aeron. Try not to fall in love with me by then," I whispered, my lips seductively brushing the shell of his ear. I slowly clasped my bra again, covering myself from his burning gaze. I pulled back from him to exit his study, but he kept me locked to his chest, his grip tightening on my waist. "Love? I don't believe in love, Nyla. I can want every inch of what I’m seeing right now and still walk out that door in ninety days without looking back. Can you?""Walk away in ninety days if you can. I dare you," I shot back at him, and his hand possessively slid over the curve of my ass."You're playing a dangerous game, Nyla," he rasped, his voice dropping to a predatory purr that vibrated through my chest. "I'm not playing games, Aeron, I'm finally being myself. For years, I tried to satisfy you, to be the perfect wife I always thought you deserved."All my efforts were in vain. My obedience got me a divorce. And I was tired of playing the role of the obedient little
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Chapter: Chapter 1NYLAThe ink was still wet on the divorce papers when Aeron turned his back on me, already calling his assistant to book a flight to Paris.I expected a third anniversary gift; instead, he offered me divorce papers and a one-way ticket out of his life. "Mrs. King?" Daniel, Aeron's lawyer, called my name, snapping me back to reality. "Walk me through it, Daniel," I said, straightening my posture. "What happens now?""Well, for the next ninety days you'll continue living as Mrs. King," he calmly explained, carefully paging through a stack of papers. "I beg your pardon," I uttered, almost choking on the expensive whiskey I had been sipping on all night. "There was a three-month cohabitation clause in the pre-nup you signed three years ago. Mr. King Sr insisted on it," Daniel said, sliding a single piece of paper across the small coffee table between us. "I had no idea. I mean, why would he include that in our pre-nup?" I asked, nervously flattening my palms on my ankle-length dress.
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