MR BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: CHASING HIS IRRESISTIBLE WIFE

MR BILLIONAIRE'S REGRET: CHASING HIS IRRESISTIBLE WIFE

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“If we were both in danger, who do you think Jared would save first?” She suddenly asked. “What?” I didn't have the opportunity to process her words because the next minute, I felt a push on my back and lost balance, skidding off the stairs to land at the base of the stairs. ***************** Arielle had it all – a thriving career as a talented chef and a successful marriage to a Billionaire. While her husband was aloof by nature, she believed he cared for her deeply. She was content with their relationship, and appreciated what they shared. A day to their third wedding anniversary, she discovered she was pregnant and was filled with excitement and hope. She eagerly anticipated sharing this news with her husband, certain it would bring positive changes to their family and perhaps even soften his reserved demeanor. However, fate had other plans. Before she could reveal her pregnancy, an unexpected figure from her husband's past emerged – his “old friend”. As this newcomer made her way into their lives, unbeknownst to Arielle, this unexpected arrival would challenge everything she thought she knew about her marriage, her husband, and herself.

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Chapter 1

Chapter 1

(ARIELLE’S POV)

The scent of the dinner wafted through the room, as I focused on my husband, Jared. His dark hair falling just right, framing his straight nose and sharp jawline. Even in his casual clothes, the man had an undeniable presence—broad shoulders, a sculpted chest. He could’ve walked right out of a magazine, yet here he was, with me.

It was our anniversary, and in commemoration of that, I had suggested that we had an indoor dinner– just the two of us.

Despite his usual aloof self, Jared had created time from his usual busy work schedule, and that was a gesture I considered lovely. Especially when he looked up at me with those smoldering eyes, it was hard to stay upset.

I had chosen to sit across from him instead of our usual dinning position–beside him because I wanted to see all of his reactions when I finally broke the good news to him.

You see, I just discovered that I am pregnant yesterday from our family doctor, and I stalled the news, so I could break it to Jared during the anniversary dinner.

Whatever way would have been better? Celebrating an anniversary, and the conception of a baby. Sounds like a double party to me.

“This meal is delicious, Arielle,” Jared commented, interrupting my line of thoughts. "I don't understand why I'm always awed by your culinary skill. You are a chef after all.”

I flashed him the most beautiful smile I could muster, feeling flustered by his compliment. “Thank you, Jared. That means a lot coming from you.”

He smiled back, but his was not as wide and bright as mine. “You didn't have to make so many dishes, though. Two or three would have been just enough. It's only the two of us after all.”

I clicked my tongue, there he went again. I was just about to reply to him, to tell him that it was our anniversary and I wanted to make it special, when his phone rang, the shrill sound disrupting the calm atmosphere.

Jared's face fell when he looked at the screen, and then his expression turned apologetic. “Excuse me, Arielle. I have to take this. It's work,” he said and rose to his feet.

I felt a lump form in my throat, as I nodded in understanding, trying to mask my disappointment.

“It's fine, go on. I'll be here,” I said, my voice coming out flatter than I intended.

“I'll make it up to you, I swear. I'll get you new jewelry, whatever you want,” he called out as he rushed out of the dinning room.

I reclined back on my seat, frustrated and disappointed. It’s 9 o’clock. Who leaves their home at this time for work? It’s our special day for crying out loud, and making it up to me with jewelry?

My eyes inadvertently rolled. Men need to learn that gifts are not always the key to a woman's heart; quality attention is.

I sighed for the umpteenth time. He hadn’t mentioned when he’d return, as usual. Would he even remember our anniversary when he was done with work? The food once appealing, now looked unappetizing. Our anniversary dinner, ruined by a work call.

Then I proceeded to cover the food. While at it, I decided that I will wait for Jared in the sitting room while entertaining myself with my favorite reality show.

I got to the sitting room to wait for Jared. Pregnancy reactions made me drowsy, and even before I knew it, I fell asleep and woke up with a start hours later. My eyes groggily opened to an eerily calm house. I was still on the couch, alone.

Looking up at the clock, my heart sank. It was a few minutes past 12 o'clock.

A painful realization dawned on me; our anniversary was over. Anger and disappointment enveloped me as I realized that Jared wasn't home yet. I had been excited to share my news with him, but now, that too was ruined.

I walked over to the dining room, the remnants of our anniversary dinner still laid out on the table. Fine, guess this was the karma for me, a star chef, taking a two-day leave and not cooking for my appreciative guests but cooking for my husband.

Sighing in resignation, I cleared the table and sent some of the food to the trash.

In the early morning, I arrived at the restaurant, the familiar chaos of the kitchen greeted me like an old friend, and so did my colleagues. Their expression is a mix of concern and curiosity.

“Arielle! You came so early! I thought you were taking a two-day off.”

I forced a smile, still feeling the pain of my ruined anniversary dinner.

Mr. Stone, my manager, a tall and imposing man with a kind smile, approached me as I was glancing through the newly modified menu.

“Arielle, got a few minutes to spare?” He asked.

“Sure,” I responded, looking up from the menu.

“There's an opportunity for overseas study, lasting three years. It's a great opportunity to improve and take your culinary skills to the next level. Are you interested?”

I hesitated, as I got lost in thought.

Three years. A long time to be away, especially with a baby on the way. But the idea tugged at something deep inside me—a chance to step out of Jared’s shadow and prove myself as a chef on my own terms. I’d always relied on his support, and as much as I loved him, I wanted to know what it felt like to succeed because of me, not because of us.

Mr. Stone noticed my hesitance and placed a hand on my shoulder. “Take your time, my dear. Think about it and discuss it with your partner. This is a lifetime decision, and I want you to be certain.” He patted me on the back and walked off.

I sighed, my mind racing with thoughts again. I tried to weigh the odds. Would Jared be okay with raising our child on his own if I eventually give birth? What about our marriage? Would he be able to survive the distance?

All these thoughts and more filled my mind as I returned to work, my hands busy as I prepped for lunch service.

Hours later, a waitress rushed into the kitchen, a distressed look on her face. “Ma, there's a customer insisting on seeing you,” she said, her voice urgent.

“What's the problem?” I asked, surprised.

“She wouldn't say, and she's being really rude,” the waitress responded. “She says she wants to see the chef in charge.”

I hurriedly took off my apron, washed my hands, and followed the waitress out to the dinning area.

“Hi, I'm Arielle, the head chef,” I said, stopping in front of the customer's table. “Sorry you’re upset. Can you tell me what’s wrong with the food?”

The customer, a pregnant woman, looked me up and down, her eyes blazing hot with anger. “Wrong? Everything! Your food tastes so bland,” she spat. “I can't believe you call yourself a chef.”

I listened patiently, and afterward, I defended my cuisine, explaining our menu and ingredients, but she remained adamant.

“I don't care about anything you say,” she snapped. “I'm going to wait for my husband to arrive and have you fired.”

What? I slightly frowned and maintained my professional demeanor. “Ma'am, I assure you that our food is prepared to the highest standard and with the best ingredients. If you'd like, I can make it up to you with a complimentary dish of your choice.”

The woman flipped her hair nonchalantly. “That won't be necessary. I still want you fired for almost poisoning me and my unborn child. Just wait for my husband to arrive and he will have you dealt with.”

I took a deep breath, excused myself and headed back to my office. The whole thing was absurd. I’d been a chef for years and seen my share of unreasonable complaints, but this was something else. Who did she think she was and who was her almighty husband could have me fired on a whim?

I was just about to get back to work when a knock sounded on my office door. “He’s here, Ma’am,” the waitress called out.

I sighed. It was already a rough day, and I only hoped to wrap up this nonsense quickly. I composed myself and stepped out. Whatever power this husband of hers thought he had, I wasn’t worried. I knew my work, and I knew my worth.

But as I walked back into the dining area, my breath hitched as I caught sight of a tall figure speaking to the woman.

She saw me first and informed her husband, gesturing to me. And before he turned to face me fully, I already knew who the man was.

A burning sensation filled my chest as I stared at the gorgeous face that I slept with most nights.

It was Jared, my husband!
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Janice Moore
love this book.......
2025-04-23 18:36:18
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Natalie
Great so far, really looking forward to the next update!
2025-04-08 05:08:09
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Gabby Emmanuel
Please, do not unlock the last two chapters. it's been duplicated by poor network. I'm working on fixing it with my Editor. Love and and light....️
2025-04-01 00:30:34
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Gabby Emmanuel
There's been an upload problem in chapter 58. Apologies for that. Kindly check out chapter 59 as that is the correct chapter. Thank you.
2025-03-22 01:47:07
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Angela
I think you uploaded the wrong chapter. The newest chapter is about Landon and Annalise. Those characters are not in this book.
2025-03-21 23:09:58
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Author Mira
Very interesting book, love it
2025-03-13 03:18:21
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Gabby Emmanuel
Hi, awesome readers. It's your author here again. If you're enjoying the book so far, then you should check out my recent YA reverse harem romance book. Trust me, it's a promising and an amazing read too. Thank you.
2025-03-11 19:18:41
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Angela
The story is moving slowly with only one chapter being released at a time. Hopefully things will pick up soon.
2025-03-11 02:14:35
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Angela
Can you please release more than one chapter at a time?
2025-03-04 21:39:54
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Gabby Emmanuel
Hello, dear readers. Apologies for the impromptu halt in the book update. Update begins fully from tomorrow. Thank you all for holding up. With all my love –Gabby Emmanuel.
2025-02-09 23:23:50
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Thais Nucci
really loving the book
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Gabby Emmanuel
Hi, dear readers. I would love to connect with you all on Facebook. Gabby Emmanuel is the name. Thank you.
2024-11-27 18:50:34
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Onte Naomi
This one pisses me off, she’s so easy and its annoying
2024-11-24 08:58:28
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Gabby Emmanuel
Hello, amazing readers. Firstly, I want to say thank you for supporting this new writer and reading to this point. It means a lot to me, and I do not take it for granted. You can connect with me on Facebook with the link below. Thank you. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561919978509
2024-11-08 19:42:48
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Lorena López Espinoza
ok, is good at the moment, but if she came back with him, I'm done with this book, how could nobody can write a believable story? there is no other plot that does not come back with the scumbag husband?
2024-11-07 09:53:33
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427 Chapters
Chapter 1
(ARIELLE’S POV) The scent of the dinner wafted through the room, as I focused on my husband, Jared. His dark hair falling just right, framing his straight nose and sharp jawline. Even in his casual clothes, the man had an undeniable presence—broad shoulders, a sculpted chest. He could’ve walked rig
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Chapter 2
(ARIELLE POV) Oh well, color me surprised! I blinked severally to ensure that I was not seeing wrongly. My eyes widened in shock, my mind trying to process the scene before me. My husband, Jared, was standing beside another woman, a pregnant woman who claimed to be his wife, in a restaurant wher
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Chapter 3
(ARIELLE'S POV) “Ashley, I need to go. Thank you for the information. I will call you back later.”After the phone call with Ashley, I tried my best to handle my whirling thoughts. Jared is always elegant, considerate, and even meticulous. I thought I knew this man after three years’ marriage. H
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Chapter 4
(ARIELLE’S POV) While Sofia clamped her mouth shut, startled by Jared’s sudden appearance, I slowly rose from the chair, still reeling from the shock of all I had heard.My heart ached—it wasn’t just what Sofia had said, it was the fact that I had to hear it from her, not Jared.I got to Jared and
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Chapter 5
(ARIELLE'S POV)Before I could unleash my fury, Jared's expression hardened. His voice had a cutting edge to it. “Sofia, those flowers aren’t for you.” He took the bouquet back from her with a firm gesture, handing them to me instead.“They’re for my wife,” he said pointedly, his eyes meeting mine.
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Chapter 6
(ARIELLE'S POV) I retired to the room upstairs, my head throbbing with a migraine. I couldn't believe what had just happened in the dining room. Jared didn't even scold Sofia for insinuating that I poisoned her. He knew me too well, that I wouldn't hurt a fly, not to mention a human being. I d
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Chapter 7
Beep! Beep! (ARIELLE'S POV) My eyes slowly fluttered open, hazily taking in my surroundings. The bright florescent lights above pierced my pupils, sending signals to my brain, and making my head throb. I winced, lifting my hands to shield my eyes, but a sharp pain coursed through my waist, and
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Chapter 8
(ARIELLE’S POV) After Ashley left, Jared glanced at the door to ensure she was out of earshot before turning back to face me, his voice low. “What's going on?” “What do you mean?”“This whole thing about neglecting you for Sofia. What’s bothering you? I thought we sorted this out.” His brows fur
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Chapter 9
(ARIELLE'S POV) “I feel there's a lot you have been hiding from me, Arielle,” Ashley said, her tone serious and disapproving. I sighed, and looked away from her because she was telling the truth. We were alone in my hospital room. And now, I felt much better and stronger because I had freshened
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Chapter 10
(ARIELLE'S POV) I looked up to stare at the person I had bumped into. It turned out to be a young man, and in the fleeting moment I looked at his face, I couldn't help but notice how attractive he was. His eyes were a drowning emerald green, and his features, chiseled and rugged, left me momentari
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