All Chapters of CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE: Chapter 121 - Chapter 130

EZEKIELWhen I got home after a drive and turned off my car's engine in the driveway my mind was filled with memories of the vacation I had with Vivienne and the kids. That trip was truly unforgettable. I wasn’t sure where things would go from here, but I didn’t want to think about that just yet.As I opened the door and stepped inside, the familiar scent of home greeted me. But something felt off. I heard voices coming from the living room, and my stomach tightened. My parents were here. I wasn’t expecting them. “Ezekiel,” my mother, Emily, called out as soon as she spotted me. She was sitting on the couch, looking as prim and proper as ever, sipping tea like she always did when she was about to say something critical. My father, Leonardo, sat beside her, more relaxed but with that same serious look in his eyes.“Mom, Dad,” I greeted them, forcing a smile. I already had a feeling where this conversation was going.“We’ve been waiting for you,” Mom said using her sharp yet calm

VIVIENNE“Vince, Vera, come here,” I called out. The kids came running down the hallway, already dressed and excited for their stay at their dad’s.I already made sure that Vince and Vera’s bags were packed and ready for their stay at Ezekiel’s house. I double-checked everything—clothes, toothbrushes, books, gadgets, and their favorite toys. I didn’t want them missing anything, especially since they’d be staying for a few days. I could already feel the slight anxiety bothering me, even though I knew they’d be fine. It was just hard to let them go, even if it was just to their father’s house. They always had different views about these kinds of things—Vera being excited about the experience, while Vince was more hesitant. Still, they had agreed to it, and I had to trust that everything would go smoothly.“Now, listen,” I started, crouching down to their level. “I want you both to be on your best behavior when you’re with your dad and your grandparents. Don’t be stubborn, okay?”Vera

EZEKIELI couldn’t believe it when I found out my parents had already fetched Vince and Vera. That was supposed to be my job. I had planned everything—pick them up, spend the day together, and take them to the company. But no, my parents just had to step in, like they always do, acting like they know what’s best for my kids.I was already irritated when they brought the kids back to my house. It felt like they were undermining me, taking away the moments I had carefully thought out. I could feel my blood boiling, but I wasn’t going to make a scene in front of the kids. So, I smiled, greeted my parents, and as soon as I could, I took Vince and Vera out again. This time, we were going to stick to my plan. "Ready, guys?" I asked, glancing down at Vince and Vera.I walked into Harrington Luxe with them by my side. It was a big day for me, bringing them to my company. I had always imagined this moment, but not quite like this. The company had been my everything for years, but now, my ki

VIVIENNEI stared at my phone, waiting for the video call to connect. I had been thinking about the kids all day, wondering how their first day went with Ezekiel. As soon as Vera’s face popped up on the screen, my heart warmed. It’s hard, you know—trying not to be so possessive of them. I’ve been telling myself they need space, and that I shouldn’t check on them constantly, but it’s easier said than done. They’re my world, and it’s like a part of me is missing when they’re not with me. I know Ezekiel’s their father, and I need to trust him, but there’s always this tug in my chest that makes me want to call or show up just to make sure they’re okay.I don’t want to be the mom who can’t let go. I’ve seen how that can suffocate a person. But they’re my kids, and I’ve been with them through everything. It’s hard not to feel like I need to protect them all the time. Still, I’m trying. I have to let them experience life with their dad without hovering over them.But no matter how hard I tr

VINCE SAT AT his computer. His fingers hovered over the keyboard as he thought through his plan. He was tired of watching Caroline fit herself into their family like she belonged. Something about her presence irritated him, and he wasn’t going to let her stay comfortable.An idea had formed in his head after breakfast, and now he was ready to put it into action. He grinned as he began typing, quickly piecing together a code that would send fake emergency alerts to Caroline’s phone. He planned to make it seem like her accounts were being hacked, that her personal information was compromised, and maybe even cause her phone to freeze or malfunction. It would be enough to rattle her, to make her anxious and uncomfortable.“This should scare her off,” Vince muttered to himself after he felt satisfied as he worked. The code wasn’t too complicated, but it would get the job done. He could already imagine the look on Caroline’s face when her phone started buzzing with one alarming notificat