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Chapter 16 - Encore
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2026-09-24 07:01:23
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Pov: AdrianRays from the morning sun flooded my kitchen from the tall windows, lighting up the marble counter and bringing a certain brightness that made my penthouse feel alive in ways that it hadn't been for months. The aroma of herbs and spices filled my kitchen, adding to the homely vibe.I stood over the stove in a plain white tee-shirt, turning a pan of turkey breast in one hand and stirring a pot of creamy mashed potatoes in the other. “So, she's a dentist,” Damian said from where he sat on the kitchen counter, with a can of beer in his hand. “She's twenty-nine. Loves hiking. Hates cilantro, and her profile picture has a golden retriever in it.”“The dog is the most interesting part of that sentence,” I said without turning back.“Adrian.”“I'm just saying. If the dog is the only interesting thing about the profile, then I think you should let the dog go on the date.”Damian pointed the can at me. “You are a bad person.”“I’m an honest person. What's the dating site called a
TOO LATE, MR. BILLIONAIRE Chapter 16 - Encore
POV - ReginaThe elementary school gym smelled like floor wax and citrus, and somehow, that made me smile before the show even started.I found a seat on the third row, next to a woman clutching two phones and a diaper bag, but no infant or toddler in sight. I turned my own phone all the way off and slid it into my purse. I won't be attending to any calls or emergencies from the restaurant for the next couple of hours, which belonged to just me and Bella.Thank goodness that I've got Lena managing things in my absence. She's always been so competent, someone I could always rely on to handle any situation in my absence.The lights dimmed and a slim, bubbly-looking female teacher walked up with a microphone that squealed loudly, causing half of the parents to laugh.“Welcome, families, to our Spring Talent Showcase! First of all, can we give a big round of applause to all our students who are brave enough to get up on this stage today?”A light applause erupted throughout the gym.She c
TOO LATE, MR. BILLIONAIRE Chapter 15 - Miscalculated
POV - Adrian I stared at the hand resting on the small of Regina’s back for a second longer before shifting my gaze to the man who owned it and my jaw tightened in recognition.Dominic Valentine.My gaze washed over his tall frame from his head to his toes, taking in his casual black shirt and pants, and a smirk that I wanted—more than anything—to punch clean away from his face. My hands folded involuntarily into a fist.“Everything alright over here?”I noticed how warm and unhurried his voice was, his posture and relaxed expression exuding confidence and power.I unclenched my fists and mirrored Dominic’s expression before either of them could see that I was affected by their interactions.Regina didn't flinch at his touch, and that told me how personal the relationship between them actually was.She shot him a warm glance. “Yes, Dominic. Everything is fine, thank you.” Her voice carried none of the sharpness she'd aimed at me moments ago.The man, Dominic, turned towards me then,
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POV: ReginaMy restaurant, Maison Price, sat inside a renovated nineteenth-century building, which still looked elegant despite that the original brick and brass fixtures had gone soft with age. The exterior didn't need a flashy sign to prove its worth, and inside, warm light flooded the room from the brass pendants over the bar and candles flickered low on every table, while the scent of charred citrus and butter drifted faintly from the open kitchen behind me.I always loved this room whenever it got busy, like today. I loved the low hum of conversations beneath the soft jazz, the clink of glass wares, the different fashion statements in the room. Tonight, every table was full, from the VIP section, which was three steps from the main floor. I was mid-way through checking on table six when I felt someone approach my side.“Chef Price.” Diane, one of the waitresses, appeared briefly at my elbow. “The couple on table twelve won’t shut up about seeing you.”I gave her a side glance. “
TOO LATE, MR. BILLIONAIRE Chapter 13 - Love You To The Moon
POV: Regina“Hold still, mummy!”Bella scolded with a little frown on her face as she held my hand firmly in place, carefully applying pink miniature nail polish to my fingers. “I’m holding still, honey,” I countered in a teasing tone. “But you’re too slow, and Mummy’s tired.”My little girl narrowed her eyes at me, her brows furrowing slightly as though she was genuinely offended by my complaints. “I gave you water a few minutes ago, for your tiredness.”I laughed. “What’s funny, Mummy?”I leaned forward, reaching across the shining kitchen table to stroke her cheek gently with my free hand. “You are so adorable, Bella.” I smiled at her for a few seconds before continuing. “The water was a kind gesture, but tired people need sleep. I need to sleep. Besides, it’s almost your bedtime.”My eyes shifted to the round wall clock above the kitchen cabinets and Bella’s gaze followed mine. The time read 9:25PM.“What time is bedtime?”I almost laughed at the way her little shoulders dropp
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