Semua Bab Vicious Comeback Of The Billionaire's Contracted Wife : Bab 21 - Bab 30

22.**Nicole's POV**I stared at the invitation and arched my brows. Why was Mr. Stark holding a handover and reinstatement event? Why did he invite me? Was he trying to give me back my job because I caught him making out with a model? I was confused and decided to call Emily, she's the only one who can get to the root of this and tell me what's really going on.“Good evening, Nicole.” She greeted me.“Emily, I'm going to forward something to you right now. Help me go through it and tell me what you find, okay?”“Okay.” She answered and I hung up.After forwarding the message to Emily, I took my phone and headed for the living room. When I got there, I met Easton having a drink at the bar.“You didn't tell me you'd be home early.” I took a seat, facing him.“Is it necessary?” He asked and I shook my head.“It's not since I'm not your wife. I'm sorry for crossing boundaries by asking.” I answered plainly and poured myself a glass.I could feel his eyes on me as I downed the contents. T

24.**Easton's POV**A day later, I was already being bored to death by presentations from the board of directors. These men would behave like they could do nothing without me being present. I sighed and stood up. “I think that should be all for today.” I attempted to leave, but they stopped me.“You can't leave just yet, Mr. Easton. We haven't discussed the event you're planning for three months to come.” One of them said, and I couldn't help but scoff.“I believe it's still three months to come. Besides, I've already organized a committee that'd be responsible for the planning and believe me when I say, they don't depend on me to get their work done,” I turned to face them, giving them a knowing look. Those that were guilty looked away immediately. “Be good directors and put your creativity to work. I'll fix a date for the next meeting.” I walked away from there and met Maven by the door.“They've annoyed you again, right?” He asked, chuckling a bit.“Gosh, they act like little chil

26.**Nicole's POV**Tears threatened to fall from my eyes as Kayla made her way to the stage, her hands firmly wrapped in Frederick's. I couldn't believe my eyes, even though it was as clear as day.I tightened my fists to hold back my tears. I had promised myself I wasn't going to cry over anything. I had promised myself to be strong. Anger seared through me as I watched her smiling proudly as she shook hands with Mr. Stark.I couldn't believe my best friend would take my position. How did she even do it? Last time I checked, Kayla was a rookie model that worked with smaller companies. Sure, she used to be on the runway and on the news sometimes, but it hasn't gotten to the extent of becoming an international model. This can't work out just like that. She couldn't have done it on her own.“To replace Nicole Brennan, we have Kayla Riggs as the new Aura Star Model,” He announced and cheers erupted from the crowd. He held an executive title plaque with her name and title beautifully s

28.**Easton's POV**The next morning, I was already in her room waiting for her to wake up. I needed to tell her how reckless it was going about and getting drunk when she knew fully well that the news reporters would use that against her.“She hasn't woken up yet?” Joan asked as she stepped into the room with the hangover soup I had asked her to prepare.“No.” I answered and she sighed.“I sat here watching her all night. Even in her drunken state, she still couldn't get a peaceful sleep. She kept tossing and turning in bed with a nervous expression on her face. She's going through a lot but is still acting strong.” Joan said as she placed the soup on the bedside table.I hummed and watched her. I have never met a woman like her. The girls I've met would cry and throw tantrums if things didn't go their way, but Nicole was another version and it made me start to take back the things I said about her.She turned and her eyes fluttered open.“She's woken up,” Joan smiled and I quickly

30.**Author's POV**Nicole stared at the message in shock as she wondered what Frederick wanted to meet her for. She also wondered if he had sent the message to her accidentally or if there was something else going on.She contemplated on whether to go see him or not, and she didn't want to text him back. It would look like what he said about her not being able to stay without him was true, and that wasn't the case.Just as she stood there in her train of thoughts, her phone rang. Another round of shock followed when she saw his name on the call screen.She heaved a deep breath and answered the phone after too much deliberation. When she answered, she said nothing.“Nicole,” His manly voice came from the other hand, and she could feel something move in her. She recalled how just hearing this voice before sent tingling sensations down her body.“Frederick.” She replied.“I'd like us to meet, please. Are you busy?” He asked.“No, why do you want to meet? There's absolutely nothing I ca