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Chapter 32: Elizabeth Arrives
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~ Next Day ~ The golden morning light streamed through my office windows as I smoothed down the front of my charcoal blazer. Eight years had taught me to find power in the small rituals—straightening my spine, squaring my shoulders, taking three deep breaths before any confrontation.Today, I'd need all of it."Ms. Collins, the Halgate representatives are here." Tina's voice came through the intercom, using the name I'd built my empire with."Send them in." My voice didn't waver. Not anymore.The double doors swung open, and there he was. Michael. Still devastatingly handsome in his tailored navy suit, but with new lines around his eyes. Those familiar blue eyes—the ones our sons had inherited—widened slightly as he took in the expansive executive suite."Impressive," he said, glancing around at the floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the Manhattan skyline. "Collins Innovations has certainly made its mark.""We're not just making marks anymore, Michael. We're making waves." I gesture
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I check my watch for the fifth time in ten minutes. 8:55 AM. Michael would arrive soon, excited to spend the day with the twins. My stomach twists into knots. They're downstairs now, dressed in their matching blue polo shirts and khaki shorts, backpacks ready for the museum trip Michael promised.I take a deep breath, my phone clutched in my hand. The text I sent thirty minutes ago still shows as read, but with no response. *I'm sorry, but plans have changed. The boys won't be available today.*The doorbell rings. My heart pounds against my ribs like it wants to escape. "I'll get it!" Austin shouts from downstairs."No!" I race down the spiral staircase, nearly tripping over the last step. "Stay in the kitchen with Alex."The twins exchange confused glances, but obey. I smooth my blouse, tuck a strand of hair behind my ear, and open the door.Michael stands there, wearing dark jeans and a casual button-down, a stark difference from his usual tailored suits. His face brightens at the
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"Get back upstairs, Austin. Now!" I snapped, stepping between my son and Michael."But Mom—""Now!" My voice cracked like a whip.Austin's eyes widened. I rarely used that tone with him. His bottom lip trembled as he backed away, but not before shooting one more curious glance at Michael."Is everything okay?" Alex appeared at the top of the stairs, rubbing sleep from his eyes. Perfect. Just what I needed—both boys awake for this nightmare."Everything's fine," I called up, my forced cheerfulness fooling no one. "Go back to bed, both of you. We'll talk in the morning.""But that's—" Alex started."In the morning, Alex!" I cut him off, hands shaking. "This isn't up for discussion."The boys retreated, whispering furiously to each other. I turned back to Michael, fury bubbling up inside me."Who the hell do you think you are?" I hissed, keeping my voice low enough that the boys wouldn't hear, but injecting every syllable with venom. "Showing up at my house in the middle of the night, an
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~ Few Hours Later ~The doorbell rang just as I was pouring myself a much-needed glass of wine. My shoulders tensed, the bottle suspended mid-air. Only one person would show up unannounced at nine-thirty on a Tuesday night."Mommy?" Austin called from upstairs. "Someone's at the door!""I know, sweetheart," I called back, setting the bottle down with trembling fingers. "Stay upstairs with your brother. I'll handle it."The boys had been restless all evening, as if they could sense the storm coming. I'd tucked them in an hour ago, but knew they were still awake, whispering in the dark. They were too smart not to notice the tension vibrating through our new house since Elizabeth had spotted us at the park.The doorbell rang again, more insistent this time."I'm coming," I muttered, smoothing down my shirt and running fingers through my hair. Eight years vanished in an instant, leaving me feeling like that broken woman again. I took a deep breath, squared my shoulders, and strode to the
THE BILLIONAIRE SECRET TWIN HEIR Chapter 32: Elizabeth Arrives
My stomach dropped. One Walton I might handle, but both? And Elizabeth had always been the more formidable opponent."Boys, why don't you show Tina that science project in your room?" I suggested, trying to keep my voice casual.Alex—perceptive as always—frowned. "Is something wrong, Mom?""No, sweetheart. I just need to talk to your grandfather and... his wife."Nelson turned to me. "I can ask her to leave."The offer surprised me. "Would she listen?""Probably not," he admitted. "But I could try, if you prefer."The doorbell rang again, more insistently this time."It's fine," I lied. "Boys, upstairs please. I'll call you when we're done."After they reluctantly retreated with Tina, I squared my shoulders and opened the door.Elizabeth Walton stood on my porch, impeccably dressed in a tailored navy suit that probably cost more than three months of my rent. Her silver-blonde hair was swept into an elegant chignon, not a strand out of place. Unlike Nelson, she hadn't aged much in eigh
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