MasukCHAPTER FOURTEEN The Arrangement~Cassandra "Maybe we should talk."There was silence on the other end of the phone for a few seconds before Damien finally answered. "Okay, but it'll be tomorrow. I'm preoccupied at the moment." "Tomorrow?"Dang it! I wanted to talk right now. The need to blurt everything out at once was burning its way up my throat."Yes.""But I need to talk about this now.""You're the one who took your time calling me."I frowned even though he couldn't see me. "I didn't take my time and why wouldn't I think about it...you just offered to be a husband for hire. Anyone would be cautious about why a powerful man like yourself would put yourself out there like that...no offence." "None taken, but you did take your time. If a stranger were to offer the same thing. Wouldn't you take it the moment it was offered?" I glared at the phone as though he could see me."How would you know?""Because I know you."I almost laugh
CHAPTER THIRTEEN Beg~Cassandra I stared at Bianca, my eyes bulging as she disclosed what we termed a secret a few minutes ago."Excuse me?""I said she's looking for a husband." She replied casually, and I almost choked. "Bianca!" I nudged her arm, and she only shrugged. "What? It's true."I looked at Damien, and the worst part was that he wasn't laughing. He was staring at me with those deep blue eyes, looking as though he was actually considering what she'd just said.I cleared my throat. "It's not exactly like that.""Then what is it like?" Damien asked, his eyes on me now.It was one thing to speak with him without his eyes on me, and then another to speak with those eyes fixated on me.It made me... nervous, though I wouldn't say it out loud.I looked at him. "I need a husband temporarily. That's all."Bianca nodded beside me. "Exactly, and we're looking for prospects, in case you have someone in mind." I glared at her,
Chapter 12 Husband For Hire~Cassandra I pushed the file aside and signed my name on the lease contract."Is everything set?" I asked.Mr Shaw placed the file into the box before dropping another one onto my table for me to sign."Everything should be set. I’ll check with the decorators, and we received another shipment of supplies from Milan this morning. It won’t take long before our rivals start sniffing under our skirts."I laughed out loud."They shouldn’t. But make sure no one knows where it comes from. I spoke with Wren, and she’s cool with it."Mr Shaw nodded.Alessio, Ethan, and Bianca had decided to spend the whole week with their father. I was jealous at first, but then… it felt good knowing they had someone other than me.Closing the deal on the building I needed to acquire was only five steps away.I needed a husband.A husband for hire.Bianca had helped me screen a few men, and we would be meeting them today.I d
Chapter 11 Waves~CassandraI should have said no. The moment Damien mentioned a small gathering at his beach house and casually invited the triplets and me, I should have said no.But somehow, here I was. Standing in front of a house so massive it looked like it belonged in magazines, with the ocean stretching endlessly behind it.The triplets came down from the car with their little backpack strapped on their back.I was doing this only for the children. I mean...my kids love their father, so coming here would only make them happy.So why do I feel as though I could hear my heart beating in my chest?"Damn, he's so fucking rich. The tabloids got their facts wrong. Cause if this is a small Beach house, I'm wondering how the big one will be like." Bianca commented on the view."Or are you sure we're at the right address?" "He's a Billionaire, Bianca. This should fit his net worth just fine." I said, ignoring her exaggerated
Chapter 10 Investor~CassandraVeloura Jewel, Beads and Fabrics was fast developing, and I couldn't be prouder.It was mind-blowing, knowing all these are a product of my hard work.Mr Shaw released the pin, and I smiled at the beautiful artwork I'd been embroidering since morning.This would be our new release to the public, and I needed it to be perfect.It's a blue Barbie-style dress, fitted at the bodice with a smooth satin sheen, hugs the waist before flaring into a soft, layered tulle skirt. The fabric is a pastel sky-blue, light and dreamy, with a subtle shimmer that catches the light when you move the embroidery. Thin straps sit neatly on the shoulders, and the neckline curves gently into a soft heart shape. The skirt falls in airy waves, almost floating, giving it a playful, princess-like feel, elegant but still youthful and enchanting.It feels amazing knowing I embroidered this in a few hours.I've always had t
Chapter 9 Fun Day Out With Papa~Cassandra The company I acquired here in New York was doing well. A good manager was all it took to put my work on solid ground, and Mr Shaw was the finest, most perfect manager one could ever wish for. The man was perfect in every way, and I was glad I met him that day at the airport.I glanced at my laptop once again and sighed."Are you sure this isn’t some scam?" I asked again, squinting at the laptop as Bianca increased the brightness.She had given herself a one-week rest from her company, and it seemed my house was the best place to crash for a week, not that I was complaining; I missed her so much.Bianca rolled her eyes so hard I thought they might fall out."For the tenth time, Cassandra, no. Big investors don’t send scams through registered law firms.""They don't, right? But they certainly don't use anonymous until they meet with the owner."I narrowed my eyes at the email again, my fin
Chapter 7 Every~CassandraThere are times I think life was meant to be unfair.If everything was fine and daisy, there would be no hell for people who had deranged thoughts in their mind and sickling unquenchable thirst for power and more
Chapter 6 Mummy, Look! we found Daddy~CassandraThe plane rolled into the airport and few minutes later, we were in the car.My kids were exhausted and none were saying anything. Maybe, the wanted to see their Aunty Bianca more than anything."Kids, would you
Chapter 5 Mummy! Where is Daddy?~THREE YEARS LATERCassandra"Madam?" My secretary calls and I look up from my desk, twirling my chair around."Yes?" "They Benito has been making moves and although we sent some silk and jewels to the Genovese last week, the
Leaving~Damien "The Club is going fine and i still think that there's a need for strippers." My best friend said and I nod.The board meeting has been on ever since I stepped into the company. I'm so fucking tired and I need sleep. "What about the hotels?" I question.







