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Chapter 20: Rich in Principles
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The Billionaire's Borrowed Bride Chapter 50: Yours Before Anyone Else
I had no idea how long we’d been inside the bar, and I’d already lost count of how many bottles I’d finished. All I knew was that my friends and I were having way too much fun, and they still wouldn’t let me off the hook with the dare they’d given me. “Go on, Miss Gigi! I’ll find you a guy you can kiss!” Theo shouted, laughing. “Better yet, find three and let her choose one!” Mika chimed in. Everyone burst out laughing as my friends scanned the crowd, searching for potential candidates. I could only shake my head. Even with the alcohol warming my system, I still felt shy. My stomach twisted with hesitation. Should I even do this dare? But then again… it’s just a kiss. I wouldn’t really lose anything, right? I’m twenty-five. In my entire life, I’ve never gone on a single date, never had the luxury to waste time on romance. I was too busy working my fingers to the bone just to make ends meet for me and grandma. Maybe. Just maybe, it wouldn’t hurt to let go for one night. To actuall
The Billionaire's Borrowed Bride Chapter 49: Running from What I Feel
Our conversation ended without me even asking Leandro why he ended his engagement with Luciana. I simply followed behind him as we entered the bar together. It was already close to midnight, but the energy inside was still alive and pulsing. Laughter mixed with the pounding bass from the speakers, and the air carried that familiar blend of alcohol, perfume, and sweat. Some people were already tipsy and judging by their unsteady steps and flushed faces, yet they still kept drinking, clinking glasses like there was no tomorrow. Others had migrated to the dance floor, bodies swaying under the dim, shifting lights. The colorful strobes painted everyone in fleeting shades of red, blue, and gold, like moments captured inside a dream. I was caught off guard when we passed by a corner and saw a couple openly making out against the wall. My eyes widened, and before I knew it, I quickly looked away, cheeks heating up instantly. I wasn’t sure why I felt embarrassed for them when they cle
The Billionaire's Borrowed Bride Chapter 48: The Price of Nostalgia
Leandro and I were left standing outside the bar, and even though my chest was tightening with nervousness, I forced myself to appear calm in front of him. I still had no idea why he said we needed to talk, and that uncertainty only made my heart pound harder.When I saw my friends finally disappear inside, I quietly exhaled a deep breath and turned to face him.For a moment, we just stared at each other, like we were both waiting for the other to speak first. The cool night breeze brushed against my skin, making me shiver slightly, though I couldn't tell if it was because of the weather or the tension between us. My heartbeat was so loud in my ears I was afraid he might hear it too.I shifted on my feet, straightening my posture as I inhaled deeply, trying to calm my nerves even though my chest felt like it was constricting. "W-What is it... What do we need to talk about?" I finally asked, my voice coming out softer than I intended.I knew I still hadn't thanked him for what he did a
The Billionaire's Borrowed Bride Chapter 47: Before the Words Come
Up until now, I still can’t believe everything that happened tonight, and it only really sank in after the event ended especially when my team came running up to me. “Miss Gianna, congratulations! We’re so proud of you!” Via said, practically jumping from excitement. “You had so many surprises tonight!” Mika added, her voice trembling from enthusiasm. I laughed softly because their happiness was so obvious. I could feel it too. A strange lightness in my chest, as if someone had finally lifted a huge weight off me ever since people started recognizing me. “Thank you, guys. I couldn’t have done all of this without your help,” I told them sincerely. “And we still can’t believe you’re the star of the night, Miss Gianna. It feels like you even outshined Miss—” “Come on!” I quickly cut Theo off before he could finish, one of my teammates who also happens to be openly gay. “I never intended to compete with anyone. What matters to me is that I got what I’ve been fighting for.” “That’
The Billionaire's Borrowed Bride Chapter 46: Nostalgia
I stayed silent on the side, my body leaning slightly against the wall, watching Leandro standing in front of everyone. But my ears… they were tuned in on Luciana and her friend, trying to catch every single word they said.“What do you think he’s doing there, Luciana? Is he the one announcing it?”“What? Of course not! I—I don’t even know why he’s there. M-Maybe he’ll say something,” Luciana answered, her voice slightly shaky, her usual confidence nowhere to be found.I bit the inside of my cheek, holding back a smirk, and took a slow sip of wine. My heart felt heavy in my chest, but I wasn’t sure if it was anticipation, curiosity, or just pure nervousness.Then, Leandro’s deep, steady voice echoed across the hall.“Ladies and gentlemen…” he began, and instantly, all heads turned to the stage.He stood at the center, poised and confident as always, as if every word he was about to speak had been carefully planned. That was one thing about Leandro, he always carried himself like he ow
The Billionaire's Borrowed Bride Chapter 45: The Price of Attention
Once Leandro and I were away from the media, I finally breathed a little easier, though I still hadn’t fully relaxed when Luciana appeared before us again. Her irritation was etched across her face, as if she were not pleased that Leandro and I were together. Her eyes seemed like they could shoot fire, and every step she took carried a mixture of determination and anger that she always seemed to show me.Here she goes again. I seemed to know exactly what she was about to do next, which was exactly what I feared when I had agreed to go with Leandro earlier. I realized that Leandro was still holding my elbow, so I quickly pulled away from him, but I was certain Luciana had already noticed and would give it her usual insinuation.I swallowed hard as Leandro and I stopped directly in front of her. Once again, she looked me over from head to toe as if I were filthy. I could feel my anxiety rising because she might make a scene, especially with the media all focused on us.“You know what?”
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