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CHAPTER 21: (NO NEED FOR THAT)
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BOUND TO THE CRIPPLED CEO CHAPTER 23: (WE'LL FIND OUT)
IVAN“You parade around here like you’re innocent,” I continued, my eyes fixed on hers. “But look at you, Danica. You barely even put up a fight.”“Ivan, that’s not fair—”I stepped closer, my voice low and deliberate. “You say you're keeping the terms of the contract, but you were seconds away from letting me take you against that door.”More color drained from her face.“Tell me,” I added, my voice like ice, “is that how it happened with the man who got you pregnant? Did he whisper a few sweet lies and you spread your legs for him too?”A low sound broke from her throat— something between a cry and gasp. I held her gaze. Hurt swam in her eyes, but I ignored it.“I thought you were different,” I hissed before walking out, leaving the door widely open and her stunned face frozen behind me.Each step toward my room felt heavier than the last. Sleep, which had teased me earlier, vanished completely. I lay in bed tossing, replaying everything. What the hell just happened back there?I ra
BOUND TO THE CRIPPLED CEO CHAPTER 22: (THIS ISN'T PART OF THE DEAL)
IVANThe call to Japan lasted less than an hour. It was quick and efficient— almost too efficient. The merger deal with the logistics and shipping organization had gone smoother than I expected. There were no last-minute hitches, no dragged-out negotiations.By the time I finished reviewing the final legal paperwork, my eyes ached and my neck felt like it had been caught in a vice. The clock read eleven. Another late night spent hunched over contracts and digital documents, making sure I wouldn’t land in any lawsuit traps.I’d just sunk into bed when I remembered the unopened mail from earlier. Groaning, I sat up, reached for my tablet, and skimmed through my inbox.There it was— Valerie’s school.I had used my email during registration, so they copied me directly. It was a simple message: feedback about Valerie’s first day. They wanted to know if her guardian— Danica—was satisfied with the transition.I could’ve waited till morning. But I didn’t want to have to deal with her then. La
BOUND TO THE CRIPPLED CEO CHAPTER 21: (NO NEED FOR THAT)
DANICAAfter tucking Valerie into bed with her nonstop chatter about how she made two new friends and colored the best butterfly in class, I gently kissed her forehead and pulled the covers to her chin.“Goodnight, sweetheart,” I whispered.She yawned, her lashes fluttering. “Goodnight, mummy. Tell my yellow dress not to miss me.”A small laugh escaped my lips. “I will.”By the time I stepped into my room, the whole place was still and quiet. The kind of stillness that begged for some alone time. There were a few things I hadn’t gotten around to earlier, and tonight felt like the perfect time to get them done.The clothes Ivan had purchased were still untouched, lined up in moderately fancy paper bags, leaning lazily beside the large brown wardrobe. I reached for them one by one and emptied everything on the bed. Silk, cotton, and lace tumbled out in waves, transforming the dull room into a mini runway.My fingers grazed each piece like I was seeing them for the first time and not the
BOUND TO THE CRIPPLED CEO CHAPTER 20: (IN DUE TIME)
AMYFrom the backseat of the tinted SUV I’d rented two days after my flight landed in Chicago, I watched her— walking hand in hand with the little girl, disappearing into the school building like they belonged.The very image that had torn through me a week ago now stood in flesh, just ahead. I had seen them first on a viral blog post, under a headline that nearly sucked the air from my lungs.BUSINESS MOGUL AND BILLIONAIRE HITCHED LEGALLY!!!It was everywhere. Flashing on my screen, nestled between other posts meant for the elite. But this? This wasn’t just another headline.It was Ivan.My Ivan. Smiling stiffly in a pressed designer suit with a woman I couldn’t place by his side, an older man and a child.I had stared at that photo until my fingers grew numb and my phone grew warm. How could this be real? How could he be someone else’s now?Those eyes of his once looked at me like there was no one else. I didn't think he'd heal from the heartbreak, after everything that had happened
BOUND TO THE CRIPPLED CEO CHAPTER 19: (Eww! That’s gross!)
DANICAThe morning started with the same soft chaos I had grown used to— hair ribbons missing, toast slightly burned, and Valerie talking non-stop about unicorn dreams and wanting her breakfast shaped like a heart. Despite the chef being around, I preferred to make my baby's breakfast myself.“Sit still, baby. Let me finish your hair.”“But it's too tight,” she whined, wiggling in front of me.I gently tugged her closer, packing her hair into a ponytail. “If you sit still for two minutes, I’ll let you pick two gummies for your lunch box.”“Two?” Her eyes lit up.“Yes.”She clapped excitedly. “Hurray!”Once her hair was finally done, she hopped down to wear the yellow gown she’d picked out herself last night, the same one she’d said—again—was her new favorite. I watched her twirl, the hem of her dress spinning with her.“You look beautiful,” I smiled, crouching to help her slip on her tiny shoes. “Are you ready for your big day?”She nodded with all the enthusiasm in the world. “Yes! B
BOUND TO THE CRIPPLED CEO CHAPTER 18: (FOR NOW)
DANICAHis words hit like a slap.I blinked. My face burned, but I kept my voice low.“I would appreciate it if you don't speak to me in that manner.” I retorted, between gritted teeth so the sales associate wouldn’t overhear.“I was only stating the obvious,” Ivan replied coolly, a smirk tugging at the edge of his mouth.He strode past me without another glance, his scent lingering—a mix of leather and something rich and expensive. I stared at his back, resisting the childish urge to throw a hanger at it.Instead, I adjusted the hem of my dress and exhaled slowly. Walking behind, the awkward silence stretched between us until he broke it.“You’ll be expected at dinner next weekend. My family’s hosting,” he said, eyes focused ahead. “And you’ll dress accordingly.”My brows creased. “Your family?” That was new. Why hadn't I thought about his family? My in-laws!He nodded once. “You’ll smile when you’re supposed to, nod when spoken to, and make no mention of our agreement. Understood?”
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