Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Billionaire's Pawn: Kabanata 51 - Kabanata 60

LONDON “Why didn’t you want your white knight to join us?” My eyes narrowed at Neke. “Can you stop calling him white knight?” “What’s wrong with a white knight?” Reed asked. “Not you too. Stop it.” I picked another slice of Avocado sushi, dipped it in sauce, and shoved it into my mouth. “I can’t believe I am saying this. I miss old times.” “Well, the last time we had was over two years ago.” I put my chopsticks down and sighed. “Yeah. I remember. And after school. I felt like my life stopped for two years.” “What’s important is that you got up, stood on your feet, and started living again, London. Look, where are you now? The CEO of LH.” I patted Reed’s hand. “Thank you. You’ve kept me safe for two years, and I didn’t thank you enough. So thank you.” “You don’t have to thank me. It’s part of my job.” “You’re lenient. That’s what I love about you.” “Well, I don’t want a pain in the ass client, so if my leniency can help my job easier, that’s what I should do.” “We should do

LONDON I sobbed to sleep alone. Maybe I deserved it. It broke my heart to lie to Striker. It broke my heart to see him leave. I just thought I was doing him a favor. My mess with my father was our mess alone. Striker didn’t have to be involved with this. I didn’t know what came to me, but it had to be done. I wouldn’t give my father any more satisfaction in using us to get what he wanted. He wouldn’t get anything from us anymore. “If your dad doesn’t pay the amount I asked, I will send him your fingers one by one.” This nightmare would end me up in the mental hospital. I woke up in the middle of the night to the same voice over and over again. I wiped my hand across my forehead to get rid of the sweat. I caught my breath and left my room for a glass of water. Right now, I had to be strong. No one was here to help me anymore. I pushed him away—I pushed away the last man who cared for me. I poured myself a glass of water when I realized someone was watching me that had me yelpi

STRIKER I stared at Moses for a whole long minute. I let my brain process, but I felt it malfunctioned. The only thing clear to me was that Linus wanted to be a part of the Hover unless my father had this some kind of secret organization. “To get to you? Yeah, that, I understood.” “No.” He gestured for me to sit. “It’s time for you to know everything.” “Okay. You get my attention. What exactly is everything?” I sat back. I was still hesitant, but maybe this would answer what had been bothering me. “Three years ago, Linus crossed paths with one of the largest mafia organizations in Italy.” This new information shocked me, and there was no way Moses would joke something about the mafia of all organizations. “Excuse me?” I might have held my breath. My hangover was gone, but I had a more terrible headache that I felt my brain was about to explode. “Yes. They exist.” Goosebumps erupted all over my skin. I swallowed hard. “What did he do?” “He had a relationship with an Italian

STRIKER “Here it is.” I presented the final project for Premium. I hoped I made Dad proud. “A WellPro is a wellness program in one app. “What does it do? It’s everything in one app, from workout routine, diet, food benefits, supplements, and weight loss programs. It will detect your heart rate and blood sugar level through your sweat, to name a few. I know what you all gonna say.” I looked at them. They quickly lost interest. “Yeah, I’ve seen that many times. Yes, probably in most apps out there, but one thing makes this app different and impressive.” I clicked the remote. The device appeared on the screen. “It’s an app and a device. What does this device do? You can bring it anywhere. Pretty handy, by the way. Attach the straps around your legs and wrists, and turn it on your phone or smart tv. Should I go on, or I’ll wrap it up.” I already saw the excitement in their eyes. “I wanna hear it,” said the head of the research. “The workout program will play— from dance moves, HIIT,

STRIKER “So you went there to see her?” “Yeah.” I dipped the fries into the ketchup. I suddenly remembered when we first met after her father fired me. I was so happy at that time to see the excitement in her eyes. Sax and Kye remained silent, listening to Linden and me. “You’re serious about this?” “Yes.” My eyes narrowed. “I’m only giving her what she wants.” “You keep saying that. What about your wants and your needs? How about your feelings? Your heart?” Kye asked. “This is crazy,” finally, Sax talked. “Our friends are madly in love with each other, but these two?” He shook his head. “I’m disappointed with you, man. I know, deep inside, you’re struggling. You’re heartbroken. Before you do something drastic like this, you need to accept it is happening. What I see right now is nothing but denial. Do you think a high tower, a nice job, and billions of money will make you happy? I’ll let you slit my throat if you ever feel the same love again in another woman.” “Don’t do that