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Chapter 120

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“Cinnamon girl” by Lana del Ray

~CELINE'S POV~

I sat curled up at the dining table, my head resting on my knees as I stared at the two-million-dollar check Hunter's mother had given me.

The elegant script of Eleanor Reid's signature seemed to mock me from the expensive paper, each zero feeling like another nail in the coffin of my happiness.

The thought of leaving Hunter plagued my mind.

I trailed my finger along the check's edge, his mother's cruel words echoing in my head—how Hunter would never marry me, how she could take everything from me if I didn't disappear willingly.

My eyes drifted to the room where Caesar was sleeping peacefully, blissfully unaware that his entire world might be about to change.

My mind debated endlessly: take Caesar and leave quietly, or tell Hunter about his mother's ultimatum and watch their family tear itself apart because of me.

I told myself I loved Hunter—God, I loved him so much that the thought of leaving him made my heart
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  • The Billionaire’s Secret Heirs    Chapter 120

    Playlist suggestion: “Cinnamon girl” by Lana del Ray ~CELINE'S POV~I sat curled up at the dining table, my head resting on my knees as I stared at the two-million-dollar check Hunter's mother had given me. The elegant script of Eleanor Reid's signature seemed to mock me from the expensive paper, each zero feeling like another nail in the coffin of my happiness.The thought of leaving Hunter plagued my mind. I trailed my finger along the check's edge, his mother's cruel words echoing in my head—how Hunter would never marry me, how she could take everything from me if I didn't disappear willingly.My eyes drifted to the room where Caesar was sleeping peacefully, blissfully unaware that his entire world might be about to change. My mind debated endlessly: take Caesar and leave quietly, or tell Hunter about his mother's ultimatum and watch their family tear itself apart because of me.I told myself I loved Hunter—God, I loved him so much that the thought of leaving him made my heart

  • The Billionaire’s Secret Heirs    Chapter 119

    CHAPTER 119Playlist suggestion: “Constellation” by Jade LeMac.“Young and Beautiful” by Lana Del Ray “A Thousand Years” by Christina Perri. ~HUNTER'S POV~The amber liquid swirled in my glass like liquid gold, catching the dim lights of Vincent's penthouse bar. The city sprawled below us through floor-to-ceiling windows, a glittering maze of lights and possibilities that somehow felt less overwhelming than the chaos in my chest."So," Vincent said, settling into the leather chair across from me with his own drink, "how's the love life going with the pretty Celine?"Despite everything, I found myself smiling—a real smile that felt foreign on my face after years of practiced corporate expressions. "Different," I admitted, taking a sip of the whiskey. "She makes me feel... different."Vincent raised an eyebrow, his green eyes sparkling with mischief. "Different how? Like you've discovered emotions beyond a cold, calculating businessman?"I leaned back in my chair, the leather creak

  • The Billionaire’s Secret Heirs    Chapter 118

    ~CELINE'S POV~The knock on my door came at precisely three o'clock in the afternoon, when the mansion was at its quietest. Hunter had left for an emergency board meeting an hour ago, Caesar was napping, and most of the staff were occupied with their afternoon duties.I wasn't expecting anyone.When I opened the door, Eleanor Reid stood there like a perfectly composed predator, her silver hair gleaming under the hallway lights, her navy Chanel suit impeccable despite the late hour. She looked every inch the billionaire matriarch – polished, powerful, and absolutely terrifying."Mrs. Reid," I managed, my voice barely above a whisper. "Is everything alright? Is Hunter….""Hunter is fine," she cut me off smoothly, her cold blue eyes – so similar to her son's, yet lacking any of his recent warmth – scanning my modest quarters behind me. "May I come in? We need to talk."Every instinct screamed at me to refuse, to slam the door in her face and pretend this moment wasn't happening. But E

  • The Billionaire’s Secret Heirs    Chapter 117

    ~CELINE'S POV~ (A Few Hours Earlier)My cheeks burned with humiliation as I stumbled through the west wing corridors, Hunter's Egyptian cotton sheet wrapped around me like a makeshift toga. The soft fabric that had felt so luxurious against my skin just moments ago now felt like a scarlet letter, announcing my shame to anyone who might see me.The door to our small quarters couldn't come fast enough. I burst through it like I was being chased by demons, my heart hammering against my ribs.Blake was already up, moving around our cozy little kitchen with the easy grace of someone who had claimed this space as home.She had a steaming mug of coffee in her hands and was humming softly to herself when I crashed through the door like a tornado."Well, well, well," she drawled, her eyebrows shooting up as she took in my appearance. "Someone's doing the walk of shame this morning. Though technically, it's more of a run of shame, isn't it?""Blake, please," I whispered, my voice hoarse with

  • The Billionaire’s Secret Heirs    Chapter 116

    ~HUNTER'S POV~The harsh clearing of a throat pierced through the peaceful morning silence, pulling me from the depths of sleep. My eyes flew open to find my mother standing at the foot of my bed, her posture strict with disapproval, her lips pressed into a thin line of barely contained fury.Eleanor Reid had never learned the concept of knocking.Heat flooded my face as memories of last night crashed over me—Celine's soft moans, the way she'd whispered my name, the feeling of her body pressed against mine. The scent of her vanilla perfume still stayed on my sheets, and I could feel the warmth of her body next to me.A soft groan escaped from beside me, and I watched in horror as Celine stirred, her dark hair spilling across my pillow like silk. She turned toward me with a sleepy smile that could have stopped my heart."Good morning," she whispered, her voice husky with sleep, completely ignorant of the storm brewing in my bedroom."This is inappropriate, Mother." My voice came out

  • The Billionaire’s Secret Heirs    Chapter 115

    ~CELINE'S POV~I couldn't bring myself to look at Hunter as we drove through the quiet streets back to the mansion. My cheeks burned with the memory of what had just happened in his car, and every time I caught a glimpse of his profile in my peripheral vision, my heart would skip a beat all over again.The silence between us wasn't uncomfortable, exactly, but it was charged with something new–something that made the air feel thick and electric. I kept my hands folded in my lap, trying to ignore the way my body still buzzed from his touch.My phone buzzed, breaking through my thoughts. Blake's name lit up the screen.‘Caesar's fast asleep. Hope you're having the most amazing night! Don't rush back – I've got everything covered.’I couldn't help but smile as I typed back a quick response, letting her know we were heading home."Everything alright?" Hunter's voice was softer than usual, and when I glanced over, his eyes held a tenderness I had never seen before."Just Blake. She put Ca

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