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Bound by Billion-Dollar Vows

Bound by Billion-Dollar Vows

People call Natalie a gold digger. What they don't know is that marriage is simply her profession. Beautiful, intelligent, and fiercely independent, Natalie has built a secret career as a professional contract bride. Wealthy heirs, closeted billionaires, and influential men hire her to become their temporary wife so they can fulfill family conditions, secure their inheritance, or protect their identities. Once the contract ends, she walks away with a signed divorce, another successful job completed, and a heart she swore would never belong to anyone. After nine flawless contract marriages, Natalie accepts what should be her easiest—and final—assignment. She is hired to marry Luca Elios Hernaez, the ruthless billionaire CEO of Hernaez Holdings. There's just one problem. Luca isn't a stranger. He's the boy who grew up beside her, her childhood best friend, and the first person she ever loved in silence. Bound by his late grandfather's billion-dollar will, Luca has no choice but to marry if he wants to inherit the empire built for generations. To him, marriage is nothing more than another business deal. Love is a weakness he cannot afford. But living under the same roof with Natalie begins to crack the walls around his heart. The woman he thought he had forgotten is no longer the carefree red-haired girl from his childhood. She's now a mystery carrying countless secrets behind practiced smiles and divorce papers. She entered the marriage expecting another signature. He entered expecting another contract. Neither of them expected to fall in love. When the contract expires and the divorce papers are finally placed on the table, one question remains— Can a marriage that started as a business arrangement become the forever they never believed they deserved?
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Chapter: 6
Chapter 6For someone who had officially become unemployed...Natalie Ariana De Dios had somehow become the busiest person in the house.By eight in the morning, she'd already finished breakfast.By nine, she had all the dirty dishes washed and drying on the rack.By ten, she was vacuuming the living room while Laarni watched a Korean drama and dramatically commented on every scene."That guy's cheating.""Mom.""He is!""Focus on your drama.""I am."Natalie laughed, shaking her head.She hadn't realized how much she missed being home.Not as a guest.But as a daughter.As an older sister.As simply...Natalie.---By eleven, she found Migo sitting alone on the back porch.He still looked miserable.She quietly sat beside him.Neither of them spoke for a while.The afternoon bre
Last Updated: 2026-07-22
Chapter: 5
For the first time in years...More or less 7 or 8 years... Natalie Ariana De Dios woke up without an alarm.No phone vibrating on the nightstand.No calendar reminders.No client meetings.No contracts waiting for her signature.No bridal gown fittings.No divorce hearings.She slowly opened her eyes, blinking at the soft morning sunlight filtering through the sheer curtains."...What time is it?"Her voice was hoarse from sleep.She lazily reached for her phone.9:43 A.M.Natalie smiled."Wow..."She hadn't slept past seven in almost five years.Stretching her arms above her head, she let out a satisfied sigh."So this is unemployment."It felt...Nice.Peaceful.Quiet.She buried her face back into her pillow."No emails, no deadlines No pretending to be someone else's wife." A genuine smile spread across her lips. "I could get used to this."She closed her eyes again.Maybe she'd sleep for another hour.Maybe she'd spend the day binge-watching anime..Maybe she'd finally organiz
Last Updated: 2026-07-21
Chapter: 4
The receptionist, Shami looked up as the elevator doors opened."Ma'am Sasha."Sasha adjusted the sleeve of her beige blazer as she walked toward the lobby."Shami, did Jas already—"She stopped.There, seated comfortably on one of the black leather sofas in the reception area, was the last person she expected to still be there.Luca Elios Hernaez.One leg crossed over the other.Hands resting on the armrest.Completely unbothered.As if he owned the building.His executive assistant, Sebastian Cruz, stood a respectful distance behind him.Several employees stole discreet glances at the billionaire, whispering among themselves.Sasha sighed under her breath. "...Seriously?"Shami immediately stood from the reception desk."Ma'am.""I thought Mr. Hernaez already left."Shami gave her an apologetic smile."He refused."Sasha blinked. "...Refused?""Yes, ma'am. Although, I already informed him that Attorney Natalie resigned. He said he'll wait.""For what?"Shami lowered her voice. "For
Last Updated: 2026-07-21
Chapter: 3
Natalie stood just outside the S&S Consultancy building, the afternoon sun casting long shadows across the sidewalk.She checked the time on her wristwatch.3:17 PM.Jas was taking longer than expected."She probably got distracted again," Natalie muttered, shaking her head with a small smile.Knowing Jas, she'd stop to gossip with the receptionist, raid the pantry for snacks, or somehow end up in Trina's cubicle discussing office drama.Natalie shifted the strap of her shoulder bag and waited patiently near the entrance.Employees came and went.Cars pulled up before driving away.For the first time in years...She wasn't in a rush.No client to meet.No contract to review.No wedding to prepare for.No divorce hearing on tomorrow's calendar.It felt...Strange.Peaceful.Her thoughts were interrupted by the low, luxurious purr of an engine.A sleek black Rolls-Royce Phantom slowly entered the driveway, gliding toward the building's main entrance.Natalie's eyes instinctively followe
Last Updated: 2026-07-20
Chapter: 2
The atmosphere inside the executive boardroom of Hernaez Holdings Corporation was suffocatingly formal.Floor-to-ceiling glass walls overlooked the Makati skyline, while a twenty-foot walnut conference table seated the company's board of directors.No one dared to speak out of turn.Not when Luca Elios Hernaez was at the head of the table.His tailored charcoal suit was immaculate, his expression unreadable as he sat with one hand resting against his jaw.The presentation continued."...Based on the fourth quarter projections, our expansion in Southeast Asia is expected to increase our annual revenue by at least twelve percent."Marielle Fernandez, the company's Chief Financial Officer, clicked to the next slide."The projected operating cost—"Click."The acquisition timeline—"Click."...Mr. Hernaez?"Silence.Marielle frowned."...Sir?"Nothing.Every executive exchanged awkward glances.Luca wasn't listening.That much was obvious.Instead, he stared at his tablet, reading the sam
Last Updated: 2026-07-20
Chapter: 1
The sound of clear packing tape echoed through the quiet office.Natalie stood in front of her cubicle, carefully placing the last of her belongings into a brown storage box.A small succulent.A framed photo of three women laughing at the beach.A white ceramic mug that read World's Okayest Lawyer.A stack of legal books she never got around to returning to the office library.She dusted the empty desk with a microfiber cloth before pausing to look around.For five years, this had been her second home.The headquarters of S&S Consultancy, a discreet legal consulting firm owned by Sahara Shanel So.At least, that was what the public believed.Behind closed doors, S&S handled highly confidential contractual arrangements for the country's wealthiest families—always legal, always protected by ironclad confidentiality agreements.Natalie had been its best consultant.Or rather...Its best kept secret."Seriously?"Natalie looked up as a familiar voice interrupted her thoughts.Jasmin "Ja
Last Updated: 2026-07-19
THE BILLIONAIRE'S FAVORITE OBSESSION

THE BILLIONAIRE'S FAVORITE OBSESSION

Astrid Calista "Calie" Mercado only wanted to survive three months as a temporary secretary while covering for her aunt's maternity leave. But working under billionaire CEO Lucien Kert Montenegro proves anything but ordinary. She's sarcastic, sassy, and proudly hates rich men. He's kind, innocent, and strangely obsessed with making money, collecting luxury items... and eventually, with the only woman who isn't impressed by his wealth. As their daily bickering turns into an unexpected friendship, Calie begins to realize that not all billionaires are heartless—and Lucien discovers that his greatest obsession isn't something money can buy.
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Chapter: 7. PABOR
Callie's POV "Holy..." Napahinto ako. Muntik ko pang malaglag ang kutsarang hawak ko. Muli kong kinurap ang mga mata ko bago ibinalik ang tingin sa kontratang nakalatag sa ibabaw ng mesa. Hindi ako nagkakamali. Nakasulat talaga. Monthly Salary: ₱55,000.00 "..." "..." Napakurap ulit ako. Limampu't limang libo. Hindi fifteen. Hindi twenty-five. Hindi thirty-five. Fifty-five thousand pesos. Napalunok ako. "Ate, okay ka lang?" Napatingin ako sa tindera ng maliit na karinderyang kinakainan ko. Napangiti ako nang pilit. "Opo." "Parang nakakita ka ng multo." "Hindi po." "Mas nakakatakot." "Ano?" "Sweldo." Napatawa ang ale. "Tumaas ba?" "Medyo." Hindi ko na idinagdag kung gaano kataas. Baka pati siya ay mapa-upo sa gulat. Muli kong ibinaba ang tingin sa kontrata. Executive Secretary. Temporary Employment. Three Months. Monthly Salary... ₱55,000.00 May transportation allowance pa. Meal allowance. Health benefits. Performance bonus. Napahawak ako sa noo
Last Updated: 2026-07-22
Chapter: 6 An Unfamiliar Feeling
Lucien'sThe door closed softly behind her.Click.Tahimik na ulit ang buong opisina.Nakatitig lang ako sa pintong ilang segundo pa lang ang nakalipas ay dinaanan ni Callie.Hindi ko maintindihan.Bakit parang...Biglang naging napakatahimik.Napabuntong-hininga ako at umupo muli sa swivel chair.I reached for the fountain pen on my desk.Then I put it down again.Hindi ako makapag-focus.I glanced at the stack of documents waiting for my signature.Quarterly reports.Investment proposals.Board resolutions.Normally, matatapos ko ang mga ito nang hindi inaabot ng isang oras.Pero ngayon...Nakatitig lang ako sa unang pahina.Without reading a single word.What's wrong with me?Napasandal ako sa upuan.Hindi naman ito ang unang beses na nag-interview ako ng aplikante.I've interviewed hundreds...Maybe thousands.May mga mas matalino.Mas maraming experience.Mas magaganda ang credentials.So why...Why am I thinking about her?Is it because of her honesty?Or because she wasn't tryi
Last Updated: 2026-07-21
Chapter: 5 THE INTERVIEW
Callie's Huminga ako nang malalim bago bumaba ng jeep. Nasa harapan ko na ang matayog na gusali ng Montenegro Holdings.Glass.Steel.Napakalinis.Napaka-elegante.At mukhang napakamahal.Napatingala ako."Three months lang." Paulit-ulit kong sambit sa sarili ko. "Trabaho lang. Walang personalan. Walang away, Callie. Bawal ka makipag-away. Nakasalalay sa'yo ang image ni Tita Alice Huwag kang sasagot. Huwag kang magsusungit. Higit sa lahat...huwag kang manghahampas ng heels."Napailing ako."Ano ba 'yan, Callie."Mahigpit kong hinawakan ang folder na dala ko bago tuluyang pumasok sa lobby.Malamig ang air-conditioning.Mabango ang paligid.Halos lahat ng empleyado ay naka-corporate attire.May ilan pang napatingin sa akin.Hindi ko alam kung bakit.Siguro dahil blonde ang buhok ko.O baka dahil halatang kinakabahan ako.Lumapit ako sa reception."Good morning."Ngumiti ang receptionist."Good morning, Ma'am. How may I help you?""I'm Astrid Calista Mercado. I have an interview schedu
Last Updated: 2026-07-21
Chapter: 4 LUCIEN
Lucien"Blonde?"Iyon ang unang salitang lumabas sa bibig ko.Napatingin ako kay Carmina, ang HR Manager ng Montenegro Holdings, habang hawak ko ang tablet at inuusisa ang email na kakapadala lang ni Alice.Nandoon ang profile ng magiging temporary executive secretary ko.Sa gitna ng screen ay ang isang 2x2 picture.Blonde ang buhok.Maputi.Matangos ang ilong.Matalim ang mga mata.At mukhang......masungit."Bakit siya blonde?" tanong ko ulit.Napatingin si Carmina sa litrato."Tingin ko po, sir, kulay lang ng buhok.""I know.""But...""...why blonde?"Napangiti siya."Sir.""Hmm?""Pwede naman pong magpakulay ng buhok ang tao."Tumango ako."That's true."Tahimik akong nakatingin sa litrato.Name: Astrid Calista MercadoNickname: CallieAge: 25Position Applied: Temporary Executive SecretaryNasa ibaba naman ang recommendation.Recommended by: Alice MercadoAutomatic na pumasa sa initial screening.Hindi dahil kamag-anak siya ni Alice.Kundi dahil walong taon nang nagtatrabaho si
Last Updated: 2026-07-20
Chapter: 3 OFFER
Hindi ako agad nakapagsalita.Pakiramdam ko, isang timba ng malamig na tubig ang biglang ibinuhos sa akin."Ib... ibebenta?"Mahinang tumango si Max."Hindi pa final Pero iyon ang plano ni Mama. Kapag may bumili....aalisin na lahat ng umuupa."Napabuntong-hininga ako.Parang gusto ko na lang tumawa.Kahapon...Nawalan ako ng trabaho.Kagabi...Naputulan kami ng kuryente.Ngayon...Mawawalan pa kami ng bahay.Sunod-sunod.Parang galit na galit sa akin ang universe."Pasensya ka na."Napatingin ako kay Max."Wala ka namang kasalanan.""Alam ko pero nakakahiya pa rin."Tumango lang ako."Sige.Salamat sa pagsasabi.""Callie.""Hmm?""Kung may kailangan kayo—"Hindi ko na siya pinatapos."Salamat pero kaya namin."Ngumiti siya nang mapait."Iyon ang inaasahan kong isasagot mo."Bahagya akong ngumiti."See you around."Tumalikod na ako.Hindi na niya ako pinigilan.Habang naglalakad pauwi, pakiramdam ko ay mas mabigat ang bawat hakbang ko.Hindi ko alam kung paano ko sasabihin kay Calix ang
Last Updated: 2026-07-20
Chapter: 2 BROWN OUT
Nagising ako sa isang pakiramdam na sa pakiwari ko ay parang may mali.Mainit.Sobrang init.Napakunot-noo ako habang nakapikit pa rin. Parang... wala akong marinig.Walang ugong ng electric fan.Walang ilaw na tumatagos sa ilalim ng pinto.Dahan-dahan kong iminulat ang mga mata ko.Madilim.Halos wala akong makita.Napalingon ako sa alarm clock na de-battery sa ibabaw ng maliit kong bedside table.2:03 A.M.Napaupo ako sa kama."Hala..."Brownout.Mabilis akong bumangon at halos matisod pa sa tsinelas."Calix."Makas na kumabog ang puso sa loob ng dibdib koBawal siyang mainitan.Kapag sumobrang init ang panahon, mas madali siyang hingalin. Ilang beses na naming naranasan iyon noong bata pa kami. Kahit madaling-araw pa lang, ramdam na ramdam ko ang bigat ng hangin.Binuksan ko agad ang pinto ng kwarto."Calix!"Tahimik ang buong bahay.Tanging mga kuliglig lang ang maririnig sa labas.Mabilis akong nagtungo sa kabilang kwarto.Hindi na ako kumatok.Dere-diretso kong binuksan ang pi
Last Updated: 2026-07-20
The Billionaires Ex Wife

The Billionaires Ex Wife

For six years, Erixia Vianca Salvatore-Fullerton was married to billionaire businessman Grant Anderson Fullerton, a man who loved her with unwavering devotion. He gave her everything a woman could ask for—his loyalty, trust, and unconditional love. But Erixia betrayed him. Not once. Not twice. Three times. Unable to break free from the toxic patterns she unknowingly inherited from her unfaithful father, Erixia repeatedly destroyed the very relationship she cherished. After the third affair, Grant finally chooses to let her go, filing for divorce despite still being deeply in love with her. As Erixia discovers that the men she risked everything for never truly loved her, she is forced to confront the painful truth about herself. While Grant slowly rebuilds his life, Erixia embarks on a journey of accountability, healing, and redemption. Will love be enough to earn a second chance, or are some mistakes simply too devastating to forgive?
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Chapter: CHAPTER 12: KAYLA
7:00 PMDing! Lumabas si Kayla mula sa elevator ata agad na tinungo ang unit ng kambal niya. He hasn't answering her call. He forgot their birthday. Diretso niyang binuksan ang pinto. She owned a spare key to his unit. Syempre, kambal sila. Agad sya na pumasok sa loob. Bukas ang telebisyon. May dalawang baso rin sa center table at dalawang platito na may bakas ng icing ng cake. May kasama si Kevin. Iyan agad ang pumasok sa isipan ni Kayla. "Kevin?"Tahimik.Napakunot-noo siya."Kevin?"May naamoy siyang nilulutong pasta. Agad niyang tinungo ang kusina. "Nandito ka ba?"Isinara niya ang pinto at dahan-dahang naglakad papasok.Napansin niyang bukas ang ilaw sa master's bedroom."Kevin?"Dahan-dahan siyang lumapitBahagyang nakabukas ang pinto.Tinulak niya iyon."..."Natigilan siya at tila tumigil ang oras sa sandaling igonSa kama...May isang babaeng nakabalot ng puting duvet, halatang nagpapahinga matapos maligo.Basang-basa pa ang mahaba nitong buhok.Nakatalikod ito.Pero
Last Updated: 2026-07-22
Chapter: CHAPTER 11: SEALED
Alas-nuwebe pa lang ng umaga abala na agad ang lahat. May mga executive na nagmamadaling pumasok sa conference rooms, mga empleyadong bitbit ang kani-kanilang laptops, at mga sekretaryang abala sa pagsagot ng sunod-sunod na tawag. Sa pinakatuktok ng gusali... Nasa opisina si Grant Tahimik. Kalmado. Katulad ng kanyang nakasanayan. Nakasuot siya ng charcoal gray suit, habang maingat na binabasa ang makapal na kontratang nasa harapan niya. May mahinang katok sa pintuan. "Come in." Pumasok si Azi, ang kanyang executive secretary. "Sir, Mr. Wilson has arrived." Hindi man lang siya nag-angat ng tingin. "Send him in." "Yes, sir." Ilang segundo lang ang lumipas ay bumukas muli ang pintuan. Pumasok ang isang lalaking nasa limampung taong gulang. Matangkad. May bahagyang uban na ang buhok. Ngunit bakas pa rin ang awtoridad sa bawat hakbang nito. "Mr. Fullerton." Ngumiti si Grant at tumayo. "Mr. Wilson." Nagkamayan ang dalawa. "It's good to final
Last Updated: 2026-07-22
Chapter: CHAPTER 10: THAT MOMENT
The warm water inside the oversized marble bathtub slowly rippled. The room was filled with nothing but the soft glow of scented candles and the quiet sound of the water. Pagod ang dalawa. Tahimik. Ngunit parehongmagaan ang kanilang mga pakiramdam. Erixia leaned her head against the edge of the tub, her damp hair resting over one shoulder as she closed her eyes. Grant, seated beside her, couldn't help but smile. "You look exhausted." Napangiti siya nang mahina. "Kasalanan mo." "My fault?" "Ikaw ang makulit." Grant chuckled. "I'll take that as a compliment." Napailing si Erixia. "Of course you would." Tumayo si Grant nang bahagya at inabot ang bote ng red wine na nakalagay sa maliit na side table. Tahimik niyang sinalinan ang wine glass ng asawa bago iniabot iyon. "Here." Erixia accepted the glass. "Thank you, love. " Grant poured one for himself before lightly raising his glass. "A toast." "Para saan?" She looked at him curiously. He smiled. "To
Last Updated: 2026-07-21
Chapter: CHAPTER 9: STAINED IMAGE
The bedroom felt suffocating.The moment Erixia entered the mansion, she went straight upstairs. No greetings.No lingering in the living room.No dinner.Just...Silence.She took a long bath. Rinsing every trave of Kevin. Hindi nya na alintana ang namumulang balat sa bawat pagkuskus nya ng loofa. She feel horrible. She closed the door to her dressing room and leaned against it.Her breathing was uneven.Her hands...Were shaking.Slowly, she looked at herself in the full-length mirror.The woman staring back looked exactly the same.Perfect hair.Perfect makeup.Perfect Erixia. But beneath all of that...She felt filthy."...What have I done?"Her voice cracked.She covered her mouth as tears blurred her vision.Again.She had done it...Again.No
Last Updated: 2026-07-21
Chapter: CHAPTER 8: TEMPTATION
The afternoon sun had begun to soften as the three of them walked toward the parking area.Kevin carried almost all of the shopping bags."Seriously?"Kayla laughed."You're more useful than a personal assistant."Kevin smirked."I'll take that as a compliment."Erixia rolled her eyes."You volunteered.""I did."Inside the SUV...Kayla occupied the front passenger seat while Erixia sat in the back.The air conditioner hummed quietly as Kevin drove out of the mall.The silence didn't last long.Kayla, as usual, talked nonstop."Rix, yung emerald dress mo, bagay na bagay sa'yo.""I know.""Actually, bagay lahat sa kanya."Kevin answered before Erixia could.She simply looked out the window.Choosing not to respond.Halfway through the drive...Kayla suddenly gasped."Oh
Last Updated: 2026-07-21
Chapter: CHAPTER 7: KEVIN
The moment Grant left for work, the mansion became noticeably quieter. Before stepping into his car, he walked back toward Erixia one last time."Text me when you get to the mall."Erixia smiled."I will.""And when you're done.""I will.""And if you need anything—"She laughed. "I know, Love." He leaned down and kissed her forehead, the tip of her nose, her neck, her lips. Swirling his tongue. "I love you.""I love you too."Only then did Grant finally leave.Erixia stood in front of her vanity, choosing between two dresses."Ano kaya..."She finally settled on a powder blue midi dress that hugged her figure elegantly. Grant brought it as anniversary gift last year. Ngayon nya pa lang isusuot ulit. She was fastening her pearl earrings when the doorbell rang."Is Rix there?" Si Kayla. "Opo, nasa kwarto lang, " sagot ni Aling Fe
Last Updated: 2026-07-20
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