FORCED TO MARRY MY SISTER'S BILLIONAIRE FIANCE
On her wedding night, Gabrielle Barone discovers that being forced into marriage is only the beginning of her nightmare.
Sacrificed by her family to save their failing business, she’s forced to marry a billionaire who was meant for her younger sister. By morning, her new husband believes she tricked her way into his life for money and status, and no one is willing to hear the truth.
Trapped in a loveless marriage, humiliated by both families, Gabrielle endures years of heartbreak until she walks away with nothing. But losing everything becomes the start of something greater.
Years later, she returns as a powerful CEO with two children and no longer the quiet woman they once looked down on. This time, she holds the future in her hands and secrets that could change everything.
The man who once rejected her wants answers. The family who discarded her wants forgiveness. And the past she fought to escape is waiting once again.
When the buried lies finally come to light, will the man who never trusted her earn a second chance, or is some betrayal too painful to forgive?
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Chapter: CHAPTER EIGHTY -EIGHTThe question hit me harder than a slap for a second; I couldn't move as the office around me faded away. I tightened my grip around Luca's shoulder; he looked up at me, confused by the sudden tension. "Mommy?" I forced a smile. "It's okay, baby." But my voice shook, and Damiano noticed. His eyes moved from Luca to me again, and there was something different in his face now as the cold confidence he usually carried was gone. He looked shocked and almost lost. "Gabrielle," he said quietly. "Answer me." I swallowed hard. "He has my eyes." Damiano's brows pulled together. "No." My heart jumped. He stepped closer. "I've seen your eyes, Gabrielle, and those aren't yours." My palms turned cold… I looked around the room, and everyone quickly looked away. Anna's smile disappeared, and Grace stood completely still. I couldn't let this continue. "Damiano, this isn't the place for this conversation." His jaw tightened. "Then where is it?" "Anywhere but not here." He looked at Luca
Last Updated: 2026-08-26
Chapter: CHAPTER EIGHTY-SEVENThe caller ID flashed Daniel's name, and I answered immediately."Daniel?""Gabrielle, I wanted to let you know that everything is almost ready at the store."I sank back onto the couch, surprised. "Already?""Almost…Anna and Grace got here a few minutes ago, and they're helping the team with the final setup."A small, involuntary smile touched my lips. "That's good. Thank you for letting me know."There was a brief pause on his end. "Are you feeling better?"I glanced over at Luca and Lia, who were sprawled on the carpet, arguing over a coloring book."I'm better now," I said, and I meant it.Daniel chuckled softly. "Good. You sounded like you needed your kids.""I did."I ended the call and set my phone down on the table… for a long moment, I just watched my children. They didn't know what happened at the meeting.And they didn't know their father was nearby or how hard I had tried to keep my past away from them."Mommy?" Luca called out, pulling me from my thoughts.I looked at hi
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Chapter: CHAPTER EIGHTY -SIXThe elevator doors closed, but I could still feel Damiano's eyes on me.I stood beside Daniel, staring at the silver doors as they carried us down. My hands were still shaking; I pressed them together, hoping Daniel wouldn't notice, but he did."You don't have to pretend with me," he said quietly.I looked at him. "Pretend what?""That you're fine."I looked away, and the elevator continued downward."I am fine."Daniel gave me a small look. "Gabrielle."I sighed. "I just want to go home."He nodded. "Then that's what we'll do."When the elevator opened, I walked out quickly.Outside, the afternoon air hit my face, and I took a deep breath.I had spent five years building a life without him. I had my children, my company, my money, and my own name. I had survived the nights when I cried myself to sleep and wondered if leaving had been a mistake.And now, after one meeting, he has managed to bring every old feeling back. I hated him for it, but I hated myself even more for still caring
Last Updated: 2026-08-25
Chapter: CHAPTER EIGHTY -FIVE"The room fell silent after Damiano's words. Everyone's eyes shifted between us, sensing something unspoken hanging in the air.I kept my expression neutral, but inside, my mind was racing. What could he possibly want to discuss that couldn't wait until after the meeting?Damiano didn't sit back down; instead, he looked at the others around the table. "If you'll excuse us for a moment."The investors exchanged glances before gathering their papers. One by one, they filed out.Daniel hesitated beside me, his eyes asking if I wanted him to stay. I gave him a small nod. "I'll be fine." He studied my face before leaving with the others.The door clicked shut; now it was just the two of us.Damiano stood at the head of the table, his hands resting on the back of his chair. "You've done well for yourself," he said finally.I remained seated, my hands folded over my folder. "Thank you.""Your company, when did you start it?"I didn't answer immediately. I knew what he was doing… trying to
Last Updated: 2026-08-25
Chapter: CHAPTER EIGHTY -FOURFor a moment, everything around me seemed to disappear as the sound of footsteps faded. All I could see were those words on my phone: Damiano De Luca will be attending the meeting in person.My fingers tightened around the phone.Of all the people I could face today, why did it have to be him?I slowly lifted my head and looked at Daniel. He had stopped beside me."You saw the message?" he asked.I nodded."Are you okay?"I swallowed,My heart was beating so hard that I could feel it against my ribs. My palms were cold, and for one foolish second, I wanted to turn around, take Luca and Lia, and leave this city before Damiano ever see us.But I couldn't...I had already spent five years running; I wasn't going to run again."I'm fine," I said.Daniel studied my face. "Gabrielle…""I can do this."He didn't argue.We walked out of the hotel and got into the car. The entire drive to the meeting, I stared through the window; everything looked normal, but inside me, everything was shaking
Last Updated: 2026-08-24
Chapter: CHAPTER EIGHTY -THREEFor several seconds, he simply stared at it.After five years of silence, my name sat in front of him like a ghost rising from the past.He leaned back slowly, his eyes still fixed on the paper. "Are you sure this is correct?"His assistant looked confused. "Yes, sir.""Gabrielle Barone?""Yes."Damiano picked up the folder and read the name again.He hadn't heard from me in five years. When I left, he'd expected me to disappear completely, as our marriage had ended in silence. He'd convinced himself that was where our story ended too. He'd built his entire life around that belief.So why did seeing my name now make his chest feel strangely tight?He closed the folder. "Leave me."His assistant nodded and walked out.The moment the door clicked shut, Damiano opened the folder again.He hated that he was curious and he hated even more that he couldn't stop himself.He reached for his laptop and searched for Luca & Lia Children's Wear.The company appeared almost immediately.Damiano fr
Last Updated: 2026-08-24
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