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Chapter 97: Adrian
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The CEO Billionaire Collection Chapter 99: Adrian
One year later…Relaxing in the comfortably worn-in leather chair, a glass of top-shelf single malt swirling in my hand, my eyes took in the generous sweep of our living room. Every little bit of this spot, from the slick marble underfoot to the showy, fancy-as-hell chandelier above, spoke of a kind of smooth, subtle luxury. Our new home, tucked into the wealthy, serene bubble of the Broadmoor neighborhood in Seattle, was our haven – old-world class meeting new-world swag, privacy valued, and a community that had our back."You know, every time I walk past that alcove," I motioned towards the corner of the room where a collection of wedding photos took pride of place, "I'm reminded of how real our wedding was."Emily's eyes followed mine, her lips curving into a fond smile. "Well, the second one at least."Our real wedding had been a polar opposite of the first. Intimate, with only close friends and family, held on the shores of Lake Washington. The sun had painted the skies with hues
The CEO Billionaire Collection Chapter 98: Emily
Well, who would’ve thought? The room should’ve been dripping with scandal, awkward glances, and gossip whispering through every corner, but nope. It morphed into a fantastic party instead. Laughing faces, clinking glasses, and a weird yet totally welcomed wave of euphoria fizzed through the air. Everyone was raising their glasses, toasting to the spectacle, to the unexpected joy in a very expected mess.My heart was bopping around in my chest like a pinball, all because of Adrian’s “I love you” still ricocheting through my mind. There we were, in the middle of it all, swaying, smiling, completely wrapped up in each other while the crowd partied on around us. As the bass pumped through the space, I could only hear the soft, steady beat of our hearts, and feel our breaths gently colliding in the small space between us.It was all so perfect—just him, me, and our little secret, safe in our bubble amid the chaos.But then, reality, that persistent bugger nudged its annoying nose in.Enter
The CEO Billionaire Collection Chapter 97: Adrian
"Perhaps this will interest you all," Derek announced with a dramatic flair, clearly relishing the moment. As he unfolded the document, it was clear he had gotten his hands on our agreement. "A contract," he declared, his voice dripping with satisfaction, "outlining the precise terms of their little charade."The murmurs and whispers grew louder, shock and betrayal evident on every face. Emily's face paled, and my heart raced as Derek continued to gloat.Derek’s smirk widened, sensing he had the upper hand. "Oh, Adrian, did you really think you could outsmart me?" With feigned gentleness, he adjusted the document so he could read it clearly, and began in a loud, theatrical voice."'Parties involved: Ms. Emily Stanton and Mr. Adrian Blackstone. Purpose: To enter into a mutually beneficial agreement, in which Ms. Stanton will act as Mr. Blackstone's fiancée for a period of six months, with the aim of securing certain business and social advantages,'" Derek paused for effect, letting the
The CEO Billionaire Collection Chapter 96: Emily
The day I'd fantasized about as a little girl, wrapped in my mom's old curtains pretending to walk down the aisle, had finally come. And the ironic thing was, it wasn't even a real wedding. Still, the buzz in the room was infectious.Katie, always the pragmatist, was coordinating last-minute details and double-checking the seating arrangements. "I can’t believe this venue! This is going to be one for the books!” she declared, eyes sparkling mischievously as she winked at me.Shannon, my ever-supportive sister and maid of honor, was busying herself with fluffing up the train of my dress and ensuring every hair on my head was perfectly in place. "You look like a princess, Em," she whispered, emotion evident in her voice.Then there was Mom. Elizabeth - or 'Liz' as her friends called her - was a force to be reckoned with. A petite woman with a shock of silver hair and the energy of a tornado, she could command a room without uttering a single word. Today, she was in her element, overseein
The CEO Billionaire Collection Chapter 95: Emily
“But… how?”The walls of the penthouse suddenly felt like they were closing in on me. Derek knew? Or did he? And how on Earth had he even found out? My head was spinning with questions.Adrian stood before me, and I handed his phone back over to him, my own hand shaking.I turned to Adrian, trying to read his face. "How could he know, Adrian? We've been so careful. Did someone talk? Is there someone we missed?" My voice bordered on hysteria.He ran a hand through his hair, his face a mixture of frustration and worry. "Emily, I honestly don't know. Derek's always been good at digging up dirt, but this... this was supposed to be airtight." He glanced away for a moment, turning his attention to the city through the windows of my bedroom. “There’s another possibility.”“What’s that?”“That he’s bluffing. He might suspect that the marriage is a sham, but what hard proof could he possibly have? He could be making a move, hoping to scare us off.”There was a heavy silence between us. My mind
The CEO Billionaire Collection Chapter 94: Adrian
It was two days out from the wedding, and my penthouse looked like the aftermath of a strategic war room conference. Papers were scattered everywhere — on the coffee table, the couch, even the floor. Everywhere I looked, I saw evidence of the upcoming event: glossy photos of Château Éclat, the chosen venue; catering samples which, up till now, remained uneaten; a guest list stretching to two pages, listing the most influential people in Seattle, and that damned seating chart, which felt more complicated than a high-stakes game of chess.The venue was something, though. Emily's choice, Château Éclat, was an old mansion overlooking the Elliot Bay. Surrounded by ancient, towering trees and manicured gardens with a maze-like quality. It was grand and intimate all at once. As dusk approached, the mansion would light up, painting a picture straight out of a fairy tale. Emily might've picked this place for our 'show,' but to me, it looked like she'd chosen her dream wedding venue. She had o
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