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18. Love in Contract
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The Billionaire's Regret 19. Family Dinner
Denver's POV“Leena, where are you? We are running late.” I said the umpteenth time after checking my wrist watch.I had already dressed in my regular black suit, waiting for her beside the car we would be using.It was my father's wish to see my wife before my stepmother moved out with her children. I reluctantly agreed to it since it wasn't a big deal.I tucked my hand in my trouser pocket while waiting for the princess of the night.I knew women for one thing.They always want to turn out beautiful in their husband's family affair.To them, it would be a slap on their face if they embarrassed their husband but I cared less about that since there was more significant thing than her appearance.While I thought deeply, my eyes swayed to the entrance and I saw her approaching me with elegant strides.“Leena?” Unconsciously I called out to her.She was wearing a long bodycon dress, a silver necklace resting on her chest, a pair of black heels and a shiny small purse in her hand.She loo
The Billionaire's Regret 20. Broad Daylight Kidnapping
Leena's POVI didn't have to read the bogus file he sent across to me just because I had to attend a family dinner.I had overbearing parents like his stepmother and I knew the kind of person they were.Time like this, even the questions in the file might not be asked and you would be left in the loop.Nothing was original than to rigmarole with him when questions were being asked.His father concluded the meeting and we strolled out of the mansion.Till we were done with the dinner, I couldn't believe that his family owned such a mighty building.Why did he marry me when he was an established man?He would have traveled to a country and married someone richer.Inwardly, I felt I wasn't his class or type but I held them all in.Just one year, we had about seven to eight months left before we would round up this contract.“Are you okay?” He tugged at me when we got closer to the car.“Yeah, I'm good.” I exhaled a deep sigh of relief.“Hey, Jame's contracted wife.” His stepbrother, Max
The Billionaire's Regret 21. Another Proposal
Leena's POV“Take me to my family house.” I instructed him seriously.“What? All of a sudden?” He gave me a quick look.“Yes. There is an emergency.” I rashly explained to him.“But you vowed never to go back to that mansion, I really don't know what's going on.” He looked disturbed and I sighed, closing my eyes briefly.“Please, can you just listen to me and take me there? If I don't go, something might happen to me.” I cried out bitterly.“Sure.” He reversed, still looking worried.“From workplace to family mansion, one can't really understand you.” He commented while he drove but I ignored him and took out my phone.What gave the hospital the right to release my brother to my adoptive parents?Since Kelvin was sent to the hospital, none of them have visited or care about his health. They also didn't know how I raised funds for his treatment yet before I was told, they were the first to know his discharge date and even took him home.The thought of this made me hit the window in ann
The Billionaire's Regret 22. Officially an Orphan
Leena's POV“Mr. James, this is a family affair. Please stay away from it.” My adoptive father cautioned him.“If I remember correctly, I'm also part of this family… as my in-law.” He curled his lips, staring at him.“Then, don't try to stop us from taming our child.” My adoptive mother said in provocation.“Leena might be your child but she is no longer a baby and this boy, he is her real brother which gives you no right to take hostage of him.” He began.It felt great to have someone by yourself. I mean, all through my life I didn't have anyone who would fight for me or protect me but James was doing those things I had always wanted.He took a step closer, approaching my adoptive father.“And you know what happens if you try to do it by force, I won't relent to sue you to court.” He threatened them curtly.“James! You can't do this!” Jane cried out.“I'm supposed to be your wife, Leena stole my place. We only want her to do the right thing and that's all.” Jane rashly explained to h
The Billionaire's Regret 23. Trapped in Lies
James' POVThe turn of events yesterday was so much that as soon as I freshen up and fell on the bed, that was it till morning.I groaned, coming downstairs while struggling to wear my suit. I checked my wrist watch and it was already 9:00AM which means I have missed her again.“Good morning, Uncle James!” Kelvin cheerfully greeted me from the dining room axis.He was having breakfast.“Hey champ, how was your night?” I approached the dinning room to have a glass of water.“Very nice! This is the best sleep I have had in a while.” He was so enigmatic and enthusiastic which made me smile.“That's good.” I paused, my eyes wandering around the room.“Where is your sister?” I asked slyly when I knew she was out.“She left very early for work.” He said.“Do you want anything?” I asked him, adjusting my tie.“Nothing much, just stay with me and hang out. I can't afford to stay alone.” He grumbled sadly.“Ouch! Wrong timing champ. Uncle has work to sort out at work.” I frowned.Inwardly, I w
The Billionaire's Regret 24. Tested and Failed
Leena's POVThis was the third call I had planned to ignore for the day but it kept on ringing, so I quickly picked it up and rushed to the restroom.All eyes were on me.Since the announcement, I seemed to be working towards my new status.“Where did you say you were, Leena?” It was James and that was the first question he fired at me as soon as I answered the call.“What do you mean? Of course, I'm working.” This was the umpteenth time I was informing him of my location.Did he know that I visited my adoptive parents or was he tracking me?As much as I was worried, I didn't let it get to me.“I'm in front of your office, come out.” He commanded seriously and I froze in shock.“Wh… what?” I almost gasped. I held my emotion for getting the best out of me.“You have five minutes to come out, otherwise you won't like my action. I'm waiting.” He said coldly and before I could speak, the call ran into a beep.“Gosh, what should I do?” I bit my lips, falling into panic mode.“I… I have to
The Billionaire's Regret 25. Court Case
Leena's POVWe rushed back home like pregnant women who were close to giving birth.The tone in his voice was so demanding that it got the best of me.I didn't know when I pushed James aside as he was dangling with the keys and entered the room.“Kelvin!” Anxiety and impatience clouded my face as I called his name.James who was behind me breathed heavily but astonishment and essential annoyance dawned on us when we saw Kelvin playing PS5 and shouting in excitement.“What?” James' jaw dropped as he supported himself with his hand on his waist.“Kelvin, what is the meaning of this?” I walked over to the armchair, picked up the remote and turned off the television.“I thought something bad happened to you.” James groaned from behind, leaning on the wall.For the first time, I saw him so disorganized.“What happened?” Kelvin's eyes darted from James back to me, he looked confused.“Really? Of course you call us to help you! Why did you call?” I held myself from lashing at the one brother
The Billionaire's Regret 26. Stop Playing with my Heart
Leena's POV“This is not the end of the battle, Leena.” Martins grinned.“At least, I won and I won't be crossing paths with you again.” I said confidently.“Better watch your back, I promise to make you suffer this shame you have caused my family. You are nothing but an ingrate!” Jane hissed.From her voice and facial expression, it was obvious that she was annoyed.“Ingrate?” I scoffed, curling my lips.“After everything my parents have done for you…?” Jane dragged her last word, giving me a dirty look.“What did they do for me other than fooling me to get something from me? They do good things for me when they want my help, so there is no difference. They helped me and I helped them too!” I reminded her curtly and she fell shut.“You have got a voice now since you are married to a rich man. We shall see what happens when you get dumped. Do you think this is his first marriage?” Mrs. Martins’ scornfully asked and the trio laughed.For some reason, that word got to me and made my moo
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