Library
Search
Home / Romance / The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife / Borrowed Time

Share

Borrowed Time

Author: DELEPU
last update publish date: 2026-01-22 22:20:52

After breakfast was over, Alina returned to the front hall—just as Junior climbed down from his chair, backpack already on his shoulders.

The boy immediately searched for Alina with his eyes. Clear relief flashed across his face when he found her there.

“Mama,” he called, walking quickly toward her.

Alina knelt down, straightening Junior’s slightly crooked tie. “All set?”

Junior nodded. But his hand grabbed Alina’s arm—a tight, reluctant grip.

“Junior will be home this afternoon,” Alina said so
Continue to read this book for free
Scan code to download App
Previous Chapter Next Chapter
Locked Chapter

Latest chapter

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    Beneath His Control

    Emma's hands gripped the steering wheel until her knuckles turned white."Mrs. Helen," she said, voice tight with controlled panic. "What happened? Is Alina hurt?""I... I don't know, Miss." Mrs. Helen's voice trembled. "But her door is locked from the outside. And when I asked if she was alright, she told me to go away. Her voice was—" She choked. "—broken, Miss. Like something terrible happened."Emma closed her eyes briefly.Every instinct screamed at her to drive straight to that house. To break down the door. To get Alina out.But Rachel's earlier warning echoed in her mind.*Don't go to the Blackwood house.*If Emma charged in now—without evidence, without legal backup, without a plan—Daniel could have her arrested for trespassing. Could call security. Could spin it as harassment.And Alina would be even more isolated.Even more trapped."Emma?" Mrs. Helen's voice was small. Frightened. "What should I do?"Emma forced herself to think.To be strategic instead of emotional."Mrs.

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    NETWORK OF KNOWLEDGE

    In the downtown penthouse, Margaret sat rigidly in front of her laptop screen.Three monitors displayed CCTV feeds from Alina's room.The footage from two hours ago was still playing on repeat.And Margaret couldn't stop watching.Couldn't believe it.Didn't want to believe it.But the evidence was right in front of her eyes.Her son—Daniel—had raped his own wife.Brutally. Without mercy.Margaret heard Alina's screams through the audio feed.Saw the futile resistance.Saw the undisguised violence.Her hand trembled on the mouse.Her face pale."No," she whispered. "Impossible. Daniel wouldn't—"But he had.The footage was irrefutable.Margaret slammed the laptop shut.Stood. Paced the room.Her breathing ragged.This wasn't her son.The son she raised wouldn't do something like that.Daniel was an honorable man. Educated. Civilized.Not... not a monster.But the footage—Margaret stopped.Shook her head hard."It's her fault," she muttered. "Alina's fault."Yes.That was the only exp

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    Violation

    Alina screamed.The sound tore through her throat.But no one came.No one cared.Daniel dragged her to the center of the room. His grip was like iron on her arm."Let me go!"He slapped her face.Hard.Alina's head jerked to the side. Her cheek burned."Quiet."His voice was no longer the voice of the husband she once knew.This was the voice of a stranger.A monster who had been hiding behind a mask of honor all along.Alina tasted blood in her mouth. Split lip."Daniel, please—""Please?" He laughed. Bitter. Cruel. "You're begging now? After you left Junior? After you planned to run away? After you made me look weak in front of everyone?"He shoved her onto the bed.Alina fell. Bounced on the mattress.Tried to get up but Daniel was already on top of her.His body weight pressing down. Trapping."Don't do this." Alina's voice trembled. Tears streamed down her cheeks. "Daniel, don't—""You're my wife." His hands ripped at the buttons of her shirt. "You're mine. And I'm going to make

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    The Final Trap

    Morning arrived with a knock Alina didn't expect."Mrs. Blackwood? Mr. Daniel has arranged a doctor's appointment for you. Dr. Chen will arrive in one hour."Alina rose slowly. "I didn't ask for a doctor.""Mr. Daniel is concerned about your health. After the stress of the past few weeks. He thought a checkup would be wise."The maid's voice was apologetic but firm.Alina's jaw tightened.Daniel was making decisions about her body without consulting her.Again."Tell him I don't need a doctor.""He insists, Ma'am. Dr. Chen is already on her way."The maid left before Alina could argue further.Alina dressed mechanically. Anger simmering beneath exhaustion.This was control disguised as concern.Exactly what Margaret used to do.***At nine in the morning, Dr. Chen arrived.Professional. Efficient. Carrying a medical bag and a tablet."Mrs. Blackwood. I'm Dr. Chen. Your husband requested a comprehensive health evaluation.""My husband doesn't speak for my medical needs."Dr. Chen's ex

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    Illusion of Choice

    Three days passed.Three days of careful, calculated kindness from Daniel.Breakfast brought to her room every morning. Always from the private kitchen. Always safe.Flowers on her desk. Small gifts. A new book he thought she'd enjoy.Constant attention."How are you feeling today?""Did you sleep well?""Is there anything you need?"The perfect husband.And Alina wanted so desperately to believe it was real.That he'd actually changed. Actually chosen her. Actually meant the promises.But something felt wrong.She couldn't name it. Couldn't point to a specific action or word.Just a feeling. A prickling at the back of her neck.Like being watched by something predatory.***On the fourth morning, Alina woke to find Daniel already dressed."I have meetings all day," he said, adjusting his tie. "But I arranged something for you.""What?""Time with Junior. This afternoon. Two PM. In the garden. Just the two of you. No supervision. No Clarissa."Alina's breath caught. "Really?""Really.

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    Dinner and Deception

    At six-thirty, Alina stood in front of the mirror.She'd washed away the dirt and tears. Fixed her hair. Applied makeup that hid the redness around her eyes.Wore a simple dress. Understated. Appropriate for dinner with family.She looked normal.But inside, she was still shaking from Junior's fear.From the way he'd called her "the sad-sick lady" and run from the room.A knock."Come in."Daniel entered. Changed into fresh clothes. Looking almost as exhausted as she felt."Your father just arrived. He's in the sitting room with Emma. I thought you'd want to greet them privately before dinner."Alina nodded. "Thank you."She walked past him. Down the corridor. Down the stairs.The sitting room door was open.Richard Hayes stood near the window. Emma beside him. Both turned when Alina entered.Her father's face shifted—relief mixed with worry."Alina."She crossed the room. He caught her in a tight embrace."Papa," she whispered. "I'm so glad you're here."Richard pulled back, studying

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    Morning After

    Morning came with light that was too bright.Alina opened her eyes slowly—her head still heavy, her body felt like lead, her mouth dry with the familiar bitter taste of antibiotics.It took a few seconds to orient herself.She was in her room. In her bed.But there was something different.Warmth.

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-03-26

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    Forced Medicine

    Alina stared at the tray before her with empty eyes.The chicken soup was still steaming. White rice neatly arranged. Warm tea in a fine porcelain cup.But she wasn't hungry.Not after the conversation with Emma. Not after hearing the words "divorce" and "custody battle" spoken aloud for the first

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-03-26

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    The First Kiss

    Alina struggled—hands pushing Daniel's chest desperately, head trying to turn away from the lips pressing firmly against hers.But Daniel's hand behind her head was too strong. His position too calculated.She couldn't break free.Water from Daniel's mouth flowed—carrying the bitter medicine forcib

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-03-26

  • The Billionaire's Insignificant Wife    The Empty Bed

    At the opposite end of the corridor, in the master bedroom that had just become hers, Clarissa Sterling stood before the large mirror with a practiced confident smile.Maroon lingerie—delicate lace that barely covered anything, with strategically placed details—hugged her body perfectly. She turned

    last updateLast Updated : 2026-03-26
More Chapters

You may also like

Explore and read good novels for free
Free access to a vast number of good novels on GoodNovel app. Download the books you like and read anywhere & anytime.
Read books for free on the app
SCAN CODE TO READ ON APP
DMCA.com Protection Status