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Chapter 22: Adrian's Fury
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Lucia had barely finished brushing her hair when Mia burst into her room, practically vibrating with energy. “Let’s gooo!” Mia squealed, grabbing Lucia’s arm while Sarah stood behind her, giggling. “I’m not even dressed yet—” “We gave you a whole five minutes, ma’am,” Sarah teased, crossing her arms like a stern auntie. “Chop-chop.” Lucia rolled her eyes and let herself be dragged to her closet. She picked out a comfy but cute cream blouse and jeans—something Mia had helped her pack from the dorm before she moved in. She barely got a chance to double-check her reflection before Mia shoved the door open dramatically. “We’re wasting daylight! Move those pretty legs!” They laughed their way downstairs, assuming the coast was clear. “Isn’t he supposed to be at work by now?” Sarah asked as they reached the fo
The Billionaire's Distraction Chapter 40: Bonding Festival: Adrian's Chance?
Lucia had been avoiding Adrian like the plague—and not subtly. It wasn’t because of anything he’d done… not really. It was what she had felt. That strange flutter in her chest when he wiped the corner of her mouth, the quiet warmth of his hand on her back—none of it made sense. Her heartbeat had acted out of turn, and for someone who thrived on logic and emotional control, that frightened her. So she did the easiest thing she could think of: avoid him entirely. Before he came downstairs for meals, she’d vanish—either claiming she wasn’t feeling well or politely asking to eat in her room. If she heard his footsteps, she’d retreat like a soldier dodging landmines. It became a game of cat and mouse, only Adrian wasn’t amused. He wasn’t a fool. He noticed. And it irked him more than he expected. He’d even considered working from home more often just to catch
The Billionaire's Distraction Chapter 39: Damn Chicken Soup
“Lucia?” Marcus’s voice was immediate, anxious. “Are you okay? Where are you?” Lucia leaned back against the headboard, her voice soft but steady. “I’m fine, Marcus. I’m sorry I didn’t call earlier. It’s been... a lot.” “I’ve been worried sick,” he said. “Haven't been able to get across to you. But two girls dropped by and said something happened to you. What the hell happened?” She smiled faintly at the edge in his tone. “Exams, night shifts, stress. My body just gave out. But I’m better now. I’m—uh—resting somewhere safe.” “You’re not at the dorm?” “No,” she said, hesitating for half a second. “I’m staying with… a friend. Just for a few days.” Marcus paused, but didn’t press. “Lucia, you should’ve told me. I could’ve helped cover your shifts or something.” “You already do too much,” she said, touched. “But thank you. Really. I’m lucky to have you.” She'd known Ma
The Billionaire's Distraction Chapter 38 : Back Here Again
The ride to Adrian’s estate was painfully silent. Lucia sat beside the window in the backseat, arms folded, eyes fixed on the passing scenery, though she saw none of it. Her heart still thudded in the echo of her reluctant words: “I’ll go with you.” They hadn’t even made it to the elevator before the nurses returned with a wheelchair—which Adrian insisted on, despite her protests. He didn’t push it himself. Of course not. One of his guards did, while he walked a few paces behind them, silent, brooding, and calm in a way that irritated her. Mia and Sarah had trailed behind, unsure whether to look angry or worried. Their goodbyes at the hospital entrance had been quiet, awkward. Mia clung to her hand a second longer, whispering, “Call us the moment you’re settled. We’ll come with knives if we have to.” Lucia managed a dry smile. “Please don’t. He’ll sue you for breathing.” Adrian didn’t comment.
The Billionaire's Distraction Chapter 37: Caught in the Net
Adrian finally returned to work. He wasn’t thrilled about it, but he had to sort a few things out, attend to some unavoidable meetings, and he had to make up for suddenly disappearing during an important meeting . Still, his mind had stayed behind—right there in that VIP hospital suite with her. So he left strict instructions with the bodyguards stationed outside her room. They were to ensure Lucia had everything she needed and report any unusual movement, even a whisper out of place. Over the next 32 hours, Mia and Sarah never left Lucia’s side. Not once. Even after Lucia had begged them to go home, at least to rest a little, they refused. Sarah only left once—to bring back food from her house along with soft flannel pajamas and a tote of essentials. Together, the three girls turned the sterile hospital room into their version of a sleepover. There were no movies or snacks, but there was laughter. Comfort. A strange sense of safety Lucia
The Billionaire's Distraction Chapter 36: Unspoken Realization
There was silence in the private hospital room—a thick, padded kind of quiet that seemed to absorb all her thoughts. Now that Adrian had stopped teasing her and her heartbeat wasn’t trying to leap into her throat anymore, Lucia had a moment to look around. The polished, high ceilings. The sleek monitor humming softly. The soft, white linens that felt like they belonged in a five-star hotel rather than a hospital. The large TV screen on the wall. The touch-screen remote for adjusting her bed. Everything screamed VIP. And all Lucia could think was: Debit. Debit. Debit. She began sweating instantly, despite the cool air conditioning. How much would all this cost? Were the walls air-conditioned too? Maybe even the water? Would they bill her for breathing this expensive air? Debit alert. Debit alert. She was practically drowning in the mental flood of imaginary messages from her bank. Her panicked thoughts were interrupted as th
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