The Ruthless Billionaire and His Sassy Surrogate

The Ruthless Billionaire and His Sassy Surrogate

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Penelope is running out of time as she needs to find hefty sum of money for her brother’s surgery. With having no one to help her, she relies solely on her escorting job. One day, her path crosses with Kilian King who needed an escort to a charity ball he is hosting after two years. She discovers his need for a surrogate and leaps at the opportunity. Kilian King has been a widow for two years since his wife died in an accident. He has become cold and detached over the years but a call from the hospital has him searching for a surrogate. What happens when she is offered the opportunity to become a surrogate for a billionaire? She has no choice but to sign the agreement to save her dying brother There will be personality clashes and sparks when Penelope and Killian meet. Will sparks fly as they are confined to be in each others company?

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Chapter 1

Chapter 01

“We are here, ma’am.” Penny is pulled out of her thoughts as the taxi driver announced their arrival at the destination. She stopped fiddling with the necklace her mom had given her on her sixth birthday.

“Here.” She passed the taxi fare to the driver before alighting from the cab. She thought it best to stop a couple of blocks from the building where the gala was being held.

‘I may have a job to do but I don’t want my face plastered everywhere on the newspapers and blogs. Those media vultures are always eager to broadcast other people’s misfortune while they guffaw to their banks.’ She thought internally.

She fiddled with the sleeves of her black fur coat where she was adorning a silk red dress underneath with an open back and took multiple breaths in as I let them out.

It was always chilly in the city of *** at nights so she was glad to have something to keep her warm. “It is show time, Penny!” I chid myself and started walking into another episode of the death traps I am strapped in.

Cain didn’t let me where my comfy sneakers or sandals. If I didn’t listen to him, his next point of action would be to lecture me on the importance of being feminine.

Ugh! Feminine, my butt. Lord knows I have received my fair share of lecture to last me a lifetime and the next one.

I kept walking to the building till I sew some men in dashing black suits from afar standing next to a sports car. One was busing scrolling through his phone while the other stood stoic and rooted to a spot. The later stood out to be the most.

I could see how he filled his suit with his body physique. He looked quit young from a distance.

Great! At least, I wouldn’t be escorting a man over his 50s. they are usually slimy and a pervert.

“Where is she, Fred? I instructed you to call it off. Nothing good comes out of hiring a prostitute for an arm candy, even if it’s just for a night.” The stoic man gritted out, making me stop in my tracks.

“Goodness, Killian! Those are harsh words. She should be here any minute.” The calm man called Freddy said.

What?

The more she moved closer to the men, the more one of them looked familiar. My hand quickly reaches for my borrowed clutch to pull out my phone and start scrolling to the picture Cain sent to me.

It can’t possibly be this judgemental man. I obviously cleared him off too early. He is just like the rest of them.

The light was dim so it was difficult to make out all his features but a sharp jaw and piercing eyes like that were hard to miss.

She cleared her throat to gain their attention. “Glad to know how you feel about us.” She retorted, unable to hold herself back.

Killian sharply turned around where he heard the feminine voice till his eyes were set on hers but couldn’t place her face because she was adorning a mask. It was a masquerade charity ball, after all.

“You must be Miss. Winters.” The other man said, offering his hand. Knowing the impatient man was staring at her, she gladly took his friend’s hand and shake it.

“I apologize for my friend here. He is not himself tonight. Couple too many glasses to drink.” The friend laughed. “Forgive my manners. I am Fredrick Bones. Feel free to call me Freddy.”

Killian snapped his gaze and glared at Fred for the fleeting excuse he gave on his behalf. He needed no one to apologize on his behalf as he stood strongly on his opinion. They were quite the opposite.

Freddy exuded warmth while the handsome man depicted coldness.

Did I just call him handsome? Crap! Focus on the job, Penny. Your livelihood depends on the outcome of this evening.

“You are late!” Killian sneered, finally turning his body to look at Penny.

Her breath got caught in her throat at his intense stare. It took her a minute to respond.

“A woman likes to take her time. Being an ‘escort’ isn’t an easy feat.” Penny ensured to make an emphasis on the escort. Those words differ greatly.

It didn’t escape his notice. The words got Killian scrunching up his nose in annoyance. “Let’s go, Freddy.” He grunted out.

Penny purposely walked closer to Freddy with the knowledge that Killian was her actual client. Freddy got a whiff of the game she was playing so he gleefully played along by offering his arm for her to take, despite knowing how short-tempered his childhood friend was.

Killian let out a grunt and stepped towards Penny, his dark gaze boring into hers and say, “You are mine.” The words were to only convey one message but Penny couldn’t help picturing something else in her head. It had only been a couple of minutes and his words had that much effect on her. “Tonight.” Killian added and offered his arm, waiting for her to take it.

Reluctantly, she took his arm and passed Freddy an apologetic look. Freddy shrugged it off with a goofy smile and walked ahead of them into the building.

His arms felt warm against hers. It was obvious he worked out.

“I had a special request for…” He started but Penny cut him off.

“An escort. It is not an abomination to say the word out loud.” She supplied the word for him since he sounded stuck.

She could feel his laser glare directed at her temple but pretended not to notice and kept her gaze ahead as they walked into the building. Freddy was nowhere to be found.

“… you are anything but the meek I requested for.” Killian continued as if she hadn’t said anything.

Penny let out a huge sigh of frustration. Clearly, she had her work cut out for her for the evening.

Without any more word from me, I followed him into the vast hall. If I thought the building was magnificent from afar, then the interior took it upon itself to magnify my surprise.

It was so big with the walls very high. The hall has a glamorous design and feel to it. Every head is turned in our direction but I couldn’t give two cents about them.

It was warmer in the hall so she handed her fur jacket over at the entrance, revealing her devil-may-care dress and took off her black gloves.

Killian couldn’t help himself from staring at her flawless creamy skin and his eyes betray him as they lingered on her exposed back, giving him a tease of her shapely butt. He was still curious about how she looked under the mask that covered more than half of her face. Was she hideous beneath the mask?

Clearing his throat and willing his gaze away from her, he warns, “Say nothing when anyone talks to you.” Thereafter, he tightened his hold on her.

But Penny was too busy staring at the decorations to really care about his warning.

“Mr. King!” A man with pepper-salt hair came to greet Killian which prompted him to let go of her arm. The man’s eyes widened a little when he spotted her. “Who is this beautiful lady?” He asked extending his hand.

She extended her hand out to him. He took it and laid a kiss on the back of her hand. “Penny.” I answered with a bright smile as she retracted her hand, which seemed to unnerve the man next to her. Killian shifted on his foot beside her impatiently.

I am not a mute if that is what he expects me to be. If he needed one, he should have taken his time to choose an escort but he doesn’t look like anyone who would contact my agency. A man like him can have fleet of women at his beck and call. What is his story?

“Quite the controversial name.” The man says, chuckling.

“Donald.” He called his name in warning, making Donald step away from Penny. Don’t hassle my date.” Killian finally spoke out, despite his disgruntled acts.

But the man had some guts as he continued to ask Penny questions, “Darling, what do you think about this event?” He gestured at the whole building.

“She--” Killian tried to speak but she cut him off instead.

“Not my scene. It would be great if the kids that the charity is for are here but this looks like a media stunt for the rich and wealthy snubs just to keep up the top 1% status. No offence, Daniel.” Penny answered with a straight face.

My answer must have stunned Donald because he stared at me for a minute before he threw himself into hysterics. “This is one formidable woman you have got here. Keep a tight leash on her, Killian.”

Killian let out forced smile. “That is a very nice suggestion.” He says, staring at me with his dark gaze. His sharp features were more prominent under the light now. The light shone on his dark as night hair, making it low glossy as it was swept back.

“Enjoy the evening, Penny.” He said with a wink as he raised his glass of a bubbly golden liquid.

“You had an order.” He gritted out in her ears. If anyone was looking, they would think they were having an abominable tryst.

“Killian!!!” A voice screeched as it approached us.

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Chapter 01
“We are here, ma’am.” Penny is pulled out of her thoughts as the taxi driver announced their arrival at the destination. She stopped fiddling with the necklace her mom had given her on her sixth birthday.“Here.” She passed the taxi fare to the driver before alighting from the cab. She thought it best to stop a couple of blocks from the building where the gala was being held.‘I may have a job to do but I don’t want my face plastered everywhere on the newspapers and blogs. Those media vultures are always eager to broadcast other people’s misfortune while they guffaw to their banks.’ She thought internally.She fiddled with the sleeves of her black fur coat where she was adorning a silk red dress underneath with an open back and took multiple breaths in as I let them out.It was always chilly in the city of *** at nights so she was glad to have something to keep her warm. “It is show time, Penny!” I chid myself and started walking into another episode of the death traps I am strapped i
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Chapter 002
Mrs. Klein rushed over to where we were and called for me in her high pitched siren voice, throwing all the attention on me.What is with this woman?“Look at you! I haven’t seen your handsome face in years since your wife passed away.” She boomed. As if her voice wasn’t loud enough.From his peripheral view, Killian can see Penny watching the drama with rapt attention.This is the moment right here. The one everyone seems to have been waiting for as the hall is now pin-drop silent. It is the first time in two years since I have been to any event in the society.Two years since Hannah died in the helicopter crash. They all want to see and know how I am doing but no one dared to drive up to the manor and ask. This is where they want to get their juicy gossip.“Shall we have this dance, honey?” The woman next to me asked him sickly sweet. Penny. Her sultry voice pulled him out of the trance he was briefly in.It has been long since he has physically been in any of those functions.The r
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Chapter 03
Penny had experienced many confrontation regarding her job but it was the first time that a client had prioritized her safety.The woman drew in a sharp breath seeing his action, “Bastard! You have some nerve bringing another woman to her foundation.” She bellowed, panting after spewing her words. Her body continued to shake furiously.“Are you done?” Killian asked calmly.The woman widened her gaze at his response and moved her right hand.Unflinching, Killian continued in a threatening and dark voice, “I dare you, Vivian.”Even Penny was shaken. His words clearly communicated that no one dared to make a move against Killian King.The woman he called Vivian paused her hand in mid-air. “This foundation belongs to me as well. I have steered clear of it for so long, out of respect for her.”“Not anymore. No one gets to tell me what to do.” The woman gulped, cowered away from Killian as he walked closer to her. “Not even you.” He whispered menacingly in her ears.He signaled to some men
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Chapter 004
“Why hasn’t she said anything?” Killian asked coldly while standing in his study in the manor. “Does she suddenly have morals to reject the offer?” He continued with a sneer. “Killian. It has only been twelve hours. You won’t pressure her into accepting, will you?” Freddy inquired. Killian snapped his gaze at him, making Freddy quickly look away from him. They might have been friends for so long but he knew how short tempered he could be. “This is all your fault. Any creature with a womb will leap at the opportunity of a hundred million dollars! But you just had to insist on her, didn’t you?” Killian glared at him as he walked to his seat behind the mahogany table. Will she really toss the opportunity away? From what I have been told, she needs money to save his brother.’ Killian thought to himself. Maybe she couldn’t be bought with money like she truly said. But Killian refused to be proven wrong. No one on earth wouldn’t tremble and fall for the temptation of money. “I will ca
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Chapter 05
For a second, Killian thought Penny’s eyes would budge out of her eye sockets.Then, a look of disdain followed.“Cain, you wanted to see me.” Penny said as she passed by me and pretended not to see me.Her nerve!“Ms. Winters.” Freddy called out to her. He had been by my side the whole time. Penny snapped her gaze and looked at Freddy.Her expression changed to a delightful one in a lightning speed.“Ridiculous.” Killian sneered into the air. Still, she pretended not to see him and embraced Freddy right in front of me.’Her actions seem spiteful.“Mr. Luther! You are here!” She exclaimed strangely sincerely.Freddy answered with the same enthusiasm, “Yes, I am.” Killian cleared his throat. “I am with Killian.” He quickly corrected.“Nice seeing you, Mr. Luther.” Penny said and still refused to acknowledge Killian. Killian glared in her direction.Penny could feel his gaze boring into her skull. Unable to shake it off, she turned around with a glare of her own, “What do you want, Mr.
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Chapter 006
“Girl, your phone has been ringing non-stop. Are you gonn’ answer it or not?” Betsy said, eyeing her phone on the side as she flipped the pancakes expertly.Penny turned to look at the caller ID. It said Drew, once again. She ignored it like she had been doing for his previous calls and continued mixing the batter for the pancake. “I bet he will stop soon when he doesn’t hear from me after a couple more calls.”“You ever gonn’ tell me what’s going on?” Betsy protruded with her southern accent, hoping to get answers.“What is going on right now is that the pancakes are gonn’ get burnt.” Penny responded, imitating Betsy’s accent.“Oh shit!” Betsy quickly took the pancakes out.Penny furrowed her eyebrows. “Language, Betsy! There are kids around for Pete’s sake.”Betsy waived her hand dismissively, “Like they haven’t heard worst around here? Lily and the grocery truck driver were hitting it a couple nights ago.” Betsy said, laughing. “These kids will turn out just fine.” She added.Betsy
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Chapter 07
The figure pulled the hood back to reveal Drew. He pulled Penny into a hug.Penny felt uncomfortable hugging Drew so she pushed him away slightly but he refused to let go completely.“How did you find me?” Penny asked, concerned.“You wouldn’t answer my calls. Had to come here because you love your volunteering.” Drew explained, quoting the last word with his fingers.“What do you want, Drew?” Penny asked, ready to get it over with.Drew grinned while holding her hand, “Come on, Babe. Still mad at me?”Penny gave no response. “Hey, it was just that one time. You have to forgive me. I wanted you, Penny but you never cared give me what I want. Now, we can fix that.” Drew said.“Drew. I don’t give a damn about what you want, okay? If you are done, get the hell out of here and never come back.” Penny retorted, feeling disgusted with his excuse.“No, babe.” Drew refused with a shake of his head. “I held out for 3 years. You owe it to me.” His hold on her wrist tightened.“I owe you nothing
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Chapter 008
Penny’s face was flushed from the whole dancing. He had taken off his suit with only his dress shirt on. The sleeves of his shirt had been rolled up, exposing his forearm. He looked so handsome under the bright light. Geez, Penny. The alcohol is doing a number on you if you are getting attracted to Mr. King. But who isn’t attracted to him? Then, she noticed him saying something. “What?” The music was too loud so she thought she heard Mr. King wrong. Penny heard him grunt. “Come.” He ordered. Her legs started moving and followed him to where the music was quiet. The restroom wasn’t farther from where they stood. “What were you doing here?” Killian demanded. “C-came to have fun.” Penny answered with a pout after stumbling over her words. “Throwing yourself at random men is fun?” He asked, scoffing at her. “Would you prefer if I threw myself at you instead?” Penny inquired, winking lazily at him. Killian stared at her with a look of confusion etched on his face. “You didn’t read
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Chapter 09
Penny was sleeping when her phone started ringing violently. She leapt out of her bed to shut down the annoying device but the caller ID made her pause.Killian King?When did he save his contact on my phone? “Hello?” She gingerly put the phone to her ear.“It’s Monday.” His deep voice came on.Penny blinked unable to connect the dots.Killian was quiet for a couple of seconds, “Don’t tell me you forgot about the appointment.”She rushed over to the bathroom with the phone in between her ear and shoulder. “No. Not at all.”“Tell me where you live. I will send my driver to get you.” Killian demanded.She was pressing some toothpaste on her brush. “I will meet you at the hospital. Just tell me where.”Seeing that she would be stubborn, he gave her the address of the hospital. She stiffened at the address.That is the same hospital my brother was admitted.That posed some major problem for her. She proceeded to shower in lightning speed and threw on a big shirt with a pair of cargo pant
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Chapter 0010
Penelope could feel her being carried but the blow to her head made her unable to open her eyes. A familiar woody scent swarmed her nostrils.Had he come to save her? She lost unconsciousness again, knowing that she was in safe hands.***“When will she wake up?” Killian asked, staring steely at the doctor.“S-soon.” The doctor sputtered, unable to hold Killian’s gaze.The door opened to reveal a nurse, “Dr. Mace! You are needed in the OR.” The doctor scurried out of the room to follow the nurse.He felt relieved to be out of the same room with Killian.Killian stared at Penelope’s body on the bed. Had he gone too far? He ran his right hand through his hair before pulling out his phone to text a number.“Find him.”***Two days later…Penelope’s eyes fluttered open slowly. She took in her surroundings. The walls were white and the light was blindly. The intensity made her groan as she squinted her eyes.“Light. The light.” She whispered.Not a second later, the light was turned off.
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