Semua Bab Billionaire's Bride: Betrayal to Bliss : Bab 51 - Bab 60

Chapter 51Estefan PenthouseAmidst all the social engagements and public appearances, Kaitlyn made sure to carve out time for Sarah. One evening, they planned another get-together at the penthouse, this time with no formalities, no media; just two friends catching up.Kaitlyn invited Sarah to the penthouse for lunch. She had the chefs prepare a light, elegant meal, and they set up a table on the balcony facing the city. As Sarah arrived, Kaitlyn greeted her with a warm hug.“It’s so good to see you!” Kaitlyn exclaimed, pulling back to look at her friend. “I’ve missed you.” she said, leading her inside.Sarah smiled, “I’ve missed you too, Kaitlyn. You look amazing, as always.”“Thanks,” Kaitlyn said. “Come, let’s sit. We have so much to talk about.”Sarah looked around the penthouse, still in admiration of the luxury that surrounded her. “This place never ceases to amaze me, Kaitlyn. It’s like something out of a movie.”Kaitlyn chuckled, gesturing for Sarah to sit on the plush sofa. “

Chapter 53Contains Flashback to the Last Salvatore Family DinnerAdrian Salvatore had always been a man who knew what he wanted and how to get it. However, the recent discussion at the family dinner days ago had left him with more questions than answers. The dinner grandma Elena had planned was intended to address the growing rift between him and Estefan, but for Adrian, it had only served to solidify his suspicions.As Adrian sat in his office, his thoughts drifted back to that evening. The entire family had been aware of the rift between him and his brother, but no one dared to speak openly about it, except for Elena.He could still hear her firm and authoritative voice as she addressed the table. "We’re family, and family comes first. Whatever is going on between you two needs to be resolved. I’ve seen enough division in this family, and I won’t stand for it."He had been doing a lot of thinking lately; had his brother really worked out his present position as the managing directo

Chapter 55The days that followed were intense for both Michael and Melissa, but there were changes. They were both making an effort to communicate more, to be more present with each other, and it seemed to be helping. But there is no denial that the rift between them was still there.Michael threw himself into his work, trying to clear out the doubts about Melissa that still bother his mind. He knew that he couldn’t afford to let his obsession with Kaitlyn consume him, but it was easier said than done. Every time he saw a photo of her in the media, every time he heard her name mentioned in passing, it was like a knife twisting in his gut.But he kept his promise to Melissa. He didn’t reach out to Kaitlyn, didn’t try to find out what was going on in her life.Meanwhile, Melissa had decided to keep her struggles to herself. She had minimized her activities and her outings, if not work-related. All in an attempt to divert Michael’s attention away from her. But it was a constant battle f

Chapter 57The room fell silent, and all eyes turned to Kaitlyn. Melissa’s smile faded instantly as she gave Kaitlyn a dangerous look.“Do I have a bid for one hundred and fifty thousand?” the auctioneer repeated, looking between Melissa and Kaitlyn.Melissa hesitated, clearly taken aback by Kaitlyn’s bold move. She hadn’t expected Kaitlyn to challenge her so directly, especially in such a public place. The tension in the room was evidence as everyone waited to see what would happen next.Kaitlyn maintained her composure, her expression calm and confident. She knew she had the upper hand now. Estefan’s wealth afforded her the ability to outbid Melissa without a second thought, but more than that, this was about proving to Melissa that she wasn’t the naïve woman she used to be.After a moment of silence, the auctioneer began to call for a higher bid. “Do I have one hundred and seventy-five thousand?”Melissa clenched her teeth, trying to decide whether to continue. She could feel the e

Chapter 59The maître d’ approached the table Melissa and her friends were dining at. With all professionalism, he politely asked, “Excuse me, Ms. Walker, we have another party that has just arrived and will be positioned a few tables to yours. We hope that won’t be a problem on your end, and you wouldn’t mind either.”Melissa barely acknowledged him as she raised a hand and waved him away, gesturing for him to do as he pleases. It was obvious she was uninterested in whoever else was dining at the restaurant. The maître d’ ushered the new group of ladies, and as they walked past Melissa's table, her heart almost instantly stopped working when she recognized one of the women to be Kaitlyn Salvatore, her ultimate rival, walking in company of two other women who were both elegantly dressed as they chatted away.Kaitlyn was accompanied by her new friends, Lydia Brown and Evelyn Hart. Kaitlyn looked effortlessly elegant, her confidence radiating as she walked across the room. The maître d’