The Billionaire's Campus Crush
Tamara hinds, a free spirited and intelligent college student from a poor and average background, crosses paths with the cold, aloof and arrogant Professor Jesse Carter, a Billionaire prodigy, CEO of Carter Global Market and other businesses, Who is blessed with striking looks and boundless wealth through hard work and familial succession.
He finds himself in the need of a fake girlfriend to escape relentless blind dates orchestrated by his family, he strikes a daring deal with Tamara: she pretends to be his girlfriend in exchange for a place to stay.
As their charade unfolds, Jesse's walls come crashing down as he unexpectedly finds himself drawn to Tamara's infectious positivity. Despite having deep resentment towards women due to past trauma, Jesse slowly falls for her, struggling to hide his growing affection.
However, their connection is threatened by dark forces lurking in the shadows. Will their bond survive the chaos? or will secrets tear them apart? Prepare for twists, romantic moments and an unforgettable journey of discovery.
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Chapter: Chapter Eighty: Our story Tamara's POV The day had finally arrived. After years of challenges, long distance, and dreams, here we were standing on the edge of forever. My wedding day. I stood in front of the large mirror, smoothing my hands over the delicate lace of my wedding dress. The soft ivory fabric clung to my curves. My heart pounded in my chest as I gazed at myself, barely able to recognize the woman staring back. I looked radiant, more beautiful than I had ever felt before. My veil sat perfectly on my head, and my makeup had been done flawlessly. But it wasn’t just the dress or the makeup, it was the overwhelming joy of the day. I was marrying Jesse. The love of my life. “Tamara, you look stunning,” my mother said as she stepped into the room, her eyes glistening with tears. She hugged me gently, careful not to wrinkle the dress. “I can’t believe this is happening,” I whispered, my hands shaking slightly. “It feels like a dream.” “It’s not a dream, sweetheart,” my mother said softly. “Yo
Last Updated: 2024-10-25
Chapter: Chapter Seventy-Nine: Graduation Surprise Tamara's POVIt had been four long years since I left to study abroad, and everything felt like a blur. Four years of late nights, exams, projects, and internships. Harvard had been a dream come true, but it had also kept me away from home, from Jesse.I hadn’t gone back during the holidays, deciding to take internships at top companies to strengthen my career path. Jesse was busy expanding his family’s business, opening new branches around the world. We barely had time to visit each other, except for the phone calls and video chats that seemed too few and far between.Today, though, was different. It was my graduation day.I woke up early, excitement humming through my veins as I stared at the gown hanging in my closet. I couldn’t believe the day had finally come. I was finally graduating. I had made it through Harvard, one of the toughest schools in the world, and now… now I was ready to go home. To be with Jesse. To start the next chapter of my life.I glanced at my phone, hoping f
Last Updated: 2024-10-25
Chapter: Chapter Seventy-Eight: You Deserve All Of This, And More. Jesse's POV Tamara looked radiant as she stepped out of the car, her eyes widening as she took the building in again. It had been a while since she was here. Taking her hand, I gently squeezed it, pulling her attention back to me. “Let's go inside” We walked up the stone steps, and before we even reached the large oak doors, they swung open. My father stood in the doorway, his face lighting up the moment he saw us. “Tamara! I want to say thank you for being so blessed to have you in my family in Jesse's life . You are a blessing,” he exclaimed, stepping forward to greet her. His energy was so contagious I had made up with my father early that morning. We spoke on the phone after I saw the news of Olivia and Christina. I am glad he is finally coming to his senses. He instantly wrapped his arm around her in a warm, fatherly embrace. “I hope you are well?,” he said, pulling back slightly to look at her. “I just want to say how incredibly grateful I am that you’ve come into our life
Last Updated: 2024-10-23
Chapter: Chapter Seventy-Seven: Taking It Serious Tamara's POVI blinked my eyes open, a little beam of sunlight sneaking through the curtains. The faint murmur of footsteps from the living room reached my ears, and I instinctively reached out for my phone on the nightstand. I unlocked it, eager to see the news I had been dreading and hoping for all at once. I learned that they were taken to court yesterday. I just want the outcome of it.Breaking news: Olivia and Christina sentenced to prison. Olivia, the mastermind, who is also guilty of murder received a life sentence without parole, while her accomplice, Christina who is also her daughter faces a lesser sentence of five years.My breath caught in my throat. It felt surreal. The nightmare was finally over. Olivia was going to prison for life. I tossed the phone aside and sprang up from the bed, the joy of everything lifting off me in an instant. We are free. Finally, truly free from the pain and torture Olivia and her daughter has been putting us through.I couldn't wait to tell J
Last Updated: 2024-10-23
Chapter: Chapter Seventy-Six: Help me beg himTamara's POVI woke up early the next morning, the brightness of the rising sun creeping through the curtains and illuminating the room. I turned over to see Jesse still sleeping, his face peaceful but still carrying traces of the pain he was feeling deep down. Last night had been hard, perhaps the hardest moment I had ever witnessed with him. He had cried himself to sleep in my arms, a vulnerability I never thought I’d see from him. My heart ached for him, but I knew he needed rest, and I needed to do something to help.Carefully slipping out of bed, I tucked the covers back around him and left the room as quietly as I could. The house was still so quiet, and as I made my way downstairs, I realized that I hadn’t seen any of the staff around since I’d arrived. The absence of activity made the house feel so much larger, so much lonelier. But as I walked into the kitchen, I was surprised to see the cook and a few maids bustling around.“Oh, you’re back,” I said, more relieved than I ex
Last Updated: 2024-10-23
Chapter: Chapter Seventy-Five: Seeing Jesse crying Tamara’s POVAs Jesse’s car pulled to a stop in front of Kevon’s house, I took a deep breath, trying to shake off the strange tension between us. The entire drive, Jesse had been acting overly protective, going on about rules like “no touching” and “one meter apart,” all because of Kevon. I knew he was jealous, and though I teased him about it, I found it oddly sweet that he didn’t want anyone else getting too close to me. His possessiveness was something we’d have to deal with later, but for now, I had to focus on meeting Kevon.Climbing out of the car, I tugged at the baggy jeans and oversized shirt Jesse had made me wear. He was determined no one else should find me attractive today, apparently. I gave him a little wave as he drove off, his intense gaze lingering on me until the car turned the corner. Smiling to myself, I turned toward Kevon’s house, eager to catch up with my friend.As I walked up the steps, something seemed off. The front door was slightly ajar. Frowning, I hesi
Last Updated: 2024-10-19
Chapter: Chapter 51: The GiftHilary WindsorThis wasn’t supposed to feel real. It was just a contract. That’s what I kept reminding myself, but why is my heart racing like this?No. Hilary, relax. Bennett is just being nice. He’s playing his part. It’s all part of the plan. That’s all.I cleared my throat and forced the words out before I could change my mind. “Yeah, sure.”The second the answer left my lips, I stepped back, desperate for space. My legs carried me toward the dining table, shaky and unsteady, as though they weren’t mine. I sat quickly, pressing my palms into my lap. “You should, erm… serve the food,” I muttered, avoiding his eyes.When I dared a glance, he was smiling at me, a knowing, infuriating smile that made my chest flutter and burn at the same time. He turned away, plating the food with a calmness I couldn’t match, though I caught the way his gaze flicked back to me now and then, like he was studying me.“We’re going tomorrow evening,” he said as casually as if he was commenting on the weat
Last Updated: 2025-09-26
Chapter: Chapter 50: A Date In The MakingHilary WindsorThe rhythm of the needle in my hand usually calmed me, but tonight it only made my chest heavier. Thread in, pull through, tighten. My fingers moved out of habit, but my mind… my mind refused to stay put.My Stepmother. Vivian. I hated that her name still sat at the front of my thoughts. By now, I expected her to have made a move, a dramatic strike, a cruel word in the press, a dig meant to tear me down. But she hadn’t. She was quiet. And yet, she was still everywhere, still shining under the lights like the world belonged to her.If she was winning, why wasn’t she flaunting it? Why was she so silent?The uncertainty pressed harder against me than her usual games ever could. It was like waiting for a blade to fall, only I couldn’t see it or hear it. Just the thought of her watching from somewhere made my stomach twist.I stabbed the needle into the fabric a little too sharply.“Hilary?” Claire’s voice broke through my thoughts.I looked up and found her standing in the
Last Updated: 2025-09-25
Chapter: Chapter 49: Uncovering the Hidden Bennett Landon The first thing I noticed when I woke up wasn’t the light slipping through the curtains, but Hilary.She was asleep on my chest, her cheek pressed against me, one arm wrapped tightly around my side. Her breathing was soft, steady, almost childlike. She looked… peaceful.It had been weeks since we last shared a bed. I’d grown used to the quiet, to stretching out alone at night with no one beside me. The silence had been strange at first, but I learned to live with it. Waking up to find Hilary curled against me now felt unfamiliar, but not in a bad way. In fact, it stirred something in me.This morning, she held on like she didn’t want to let go.I stayed still, not because I had to, but because I wanted her to stay exactly where she was. Last night she was different. More touchy, brushing her hand against my arm, holding on even when she drifted to sleep. I didn’t mind. In fact, I enjoyed it more than I should admit. For a man who prided himself on control, it was almos
Last Updated: 2025-09-23
Chapter: Chapter 48: No More Secrets Bennett LandonI hadn’t planned to say a single word to Vivian or Emily tonight. My goal was simple—sit through the dinner, get the formalities over with, and keep Hilary out of unnecessary trouble. Nothing more. But Emily never knew when to stop, and when she slid those photos across the table, I knew I had to intervene.She thought she could corner Hilary, expose her, humiliate her in front of my family. She underestimated me. She underestimated us.The moment I dismissed her accusations, I felt Hilary’s gaze on me. She didn’t say a word, but her eyes… they told a story of panic and brokenness. She sat there trembling, her hands clenched so tightly beneath the table that her knuckles turned white. The image of her helpless, fighting to hold herself together burned into me.I hated it. I hated that once again she was their victim.Dinner carried on after the storm, though the atmosphere never truly recovered. Vivian and Emily wore their masks again, smiling politely, adding empty com
Last Updated: 2025-09-17
Chapter: Chapter 47: Narrow Escape Hilary Windsor I honestly didn’t know what to expect when we stepped into the Landon mansion. My heart was still racing from the reporters outside, but when my eyes landed on the dining table, I froze.Vivian. Emily.They were already there.Relief washed over me. I had half-expected them to arrive late, maybe sweep in with drama, but instead they were seated neatly, smiling like dutiful daughters. Their confidence almost made me laugh. Bennett had once told me desperation can make people do anything, and tonight I finally understood.I swallowed hard and slipped into the seat beside Vivian. She leaned close, her perfume sharp and suffocating. Her eyes locked with mine for a stretched moment, warning in their depth, before she looked away with her perfect, polished smile.Dinner carried on. Vivian spoke the most, her voice smooth and professional, as though she were running the wedding plans herself. I cut my food in tiny pieces, eating quietly, pretending not to notice. What could I
Last Updated: 2025-09-17
Chapter: Chapter 46: Emily's Picture StuntBennett LandonI was waiting for her downstairs, adjusting the cufflinks on my shirt out of habit. Then I heard her door creaking open upstairs.I heard the sound of laughter first. Soft and almost reluctant, I hadn’t heard that from her in… for a while now. And it was Claire she was laughing with? That threw me off balance. Hilary hadn’t even seemed to like Clare earlier, but now they walked out together like two friends sharing a secret.Then I saw her.For a moment, my breath froze in my chest. Hilary stepped into view, and I swear time slowed down. The dress hugged her figure perfectly, the fabric flowing as though it had been made for her alone. Her hair framed her face in elegant waves, pinned with delicate touches that made her look more regal.A touch of makeup highlighted her eyes, making her sparkle And that smile God, that gentle, hesitant smile nearly undid me.“Wow…” The word slipped from my lips before I could stop it. “Hilary, you look… breathtaking.”She lowered her e
Last Updated: 2025-09-12
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