Mag-log inAfter a wild night, Kei decided to run away to Billionaire Gio Javier Evangelista. He was the man she borrowed money from, and she promised she would never see him again. But fate had other plans. Their paths crossed once more when Kei became an employee at Gio's company. Her life took a significant turn because Gio Javier Evangelista never forgot the woman who once passed through his life—especially her.
view moreGio’s POVThe morning started like any other—calm, calculated, and immersed in the usual rhythm of work. The sleek interior of my office reflected the precise control I maintained over my business life, even as my personal world teetered on the edge of chaos.The only thing grounding me these days was Kei. Her unwavering belief in me had been both a comfort and a weight, reminding me of how much was at stake. And today, that weight felt heavier than usual, the air carrying an unspoken tension that I couldn’t shake.I was poring over a set of financial reports when the sharp buzz of the intercom broke through my focus. My assistant’s voice followed, tentative.“Mr. Moretti, there’s someone here to see you. She... uh... insisted on not being turned away.”I frowned, already knowing who it was. “Vanessa?”“Yes, sir,” she confirmed, her tone uneasy.I pinched the bridge of my nose, frustration flaring. Vanessa didn’t do polite visits or subtle discussions. Her arrival meant she was ready
Gio’s POVThe morning sunlight poured through the windows, casting a golden glow across the penthouse. Everything felt quieter now, as though the city itself had slowed its relentless pace, giving me a rare moment to breathe. Yet beneath the calm exterior of the morning, I could feel the undercurrent of tension—unspoken, simmering, and waiting to resurface.Kei stood at the kitchen counter, cradling a mug of coffee in her hands. Her hair was still mussed from sleep, her cheeks tinged with a soft flush, and she wore one of my oversized shirts, the hem brushing against her thighs. She looked at peace, and for a moment, I let myself savor the sight of her like this—unburdened, even if only for a moment.She glanced up, catching my gaze, and a small smile curved her lips. “Good morning,” she said softly, her voice still laced with the remnants of sleep.“Morning,” I replied, my tone softer than I intended. Crossing the room, I leaned down to press a lingering kiss to her forehead.Her han
Gio’s POV – FlashbackThe ballroom was filled with the murmur of polite conversations, the clinking of glasses, and the soft strains of a string quartet playing in the corner. Crystal chandeliers bathed the room in golden light, casting reflections off the glittering jewelry and polished smiles of the guests. It was the kind of event I had grown up attending—a room full of people pretending to care about each other while calculating who could benefit their ambitions the most.I stood near the edge of the room, my tie feeling like a noose around my neck, the glass of scotch in my hand doing little to dull the growing unease in my chest. Across the room, my mother moved through the crowd with practiced ease, her smile sharp and calculated, her words always perfectly chosen. Next to her, Vanessa stood, a vision of poise and elegance, her every movement designed to project control.She caught my eye and offered a small, knowing smile that made my stomach turn.“Don’t look so miserable, Gi
Gio’s POVThe note had been shredded, but its meaning was as clear as ever. “We will be there soon.” It wasn’t a threat from some faceless shadow or a rival in business—it was something far more personal. I knew exactly who had sent it, and the thought alone made my chest tighten.Vanessa.I leaned back in my office chair, staring out at the city skyline. Paris, with all its beauty and distractions, hadn’t been enough to keep my past at bay. Vanessa’s arrival wasn’t just inconvenient—it was dangerous. She wasn’t the only one who would come. My mother would be there too, armed with her disapproving looks and cutting remarks, ready to insert herself into my life once again.The quiet knock on my office door made my heart skip, but it was only Kei. She stepped inside, her eyes filled with concern.“You’ve been quiet,” she said softly, crossing the room to stand by my desk.I looked up at her, my chest tightening. She was the one thing I wanted to protect in all this chaos, but I could fe












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