Dear Mr. Billionaire, Our Marriage Is Just A Contract のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 11 - チャプター 20

CHAPTER 11: SHE SHOULD TRAIN HERSELF.NOAH'S POV The sound of Marianne’s heels clicking against the polished marble floor grates against my ears, a sharp reminder of her presence. I don’t need to turn around to know she’s behind me as her smell of perfume never seems to change. It is her signature mode of appearance. She didn't leave with the dignitaries who came that morning so I guessed correctly that she would come find me instead. Her gaze pierces into my back like a predator assessing its prey. I sigh, placing my whiskey glass on the counter, and bracing myself for the inevitable confrontation.“Noah,” she calls, her voice laced with its usual saccharine sweetness, but I know better than to be deceived. I turn to face her, my expression is as impassive as ever.“What do you want, Marianne?” My tone is calm but laced with warning.She had displayed one of the skills that she is good at that morning. I expected it to happen and when it did, it was simply none of my business to i

CHAPTER 13: HEARTBREAK RACHEL'S POV "Hey, Rachel, over here." I hear my sister's voice as soon as I make my appearance at the cafe that I had chosen for a few days for both of us to meet. I fixed our meeting to be in the evening after my work hours as that would be easier for us. She is all smiley when she sees me and she does not hesitate to hug me immediately after I get closer. "I miss you so much," she whispers and I chuckle.I rub her back gently, inhaling her fresh lavender perfume. She reminds me so much of our mum in every manner - her way of talking, her behavior, her reactions to situations, and even her voice.Maybe that is why I respect her so much and seek her comfort in any situation - I see her as my mother even though she is younger than me. "I miss you too, Emily."I sit across from her after she has released me from the hug. It feels like ages since we last had a moment to ourselves, and despite the exhaustion weighing on me, I feel lighter just being h

CHAPTER 15: A FRAGILE RETURNRACHEL'S POVThe moment I hear the doctor say I’m officially discharged, a part of me feels relieved, but the other part? It scoffs. Rest? As if. The doctor emphasizes that I need to avoid any form of stress and stay away from work for at least a week. That won't happen in any way.I force a polite smile and thank him, but deep down, I know there’s no escaping the chaos that’s already brewing around me. No one would even believe I need rest. Not Noah. Not anyone in that house or at work if I want to get paid by the end of the month.After finishing the formalities at the hospital — the bills had already been taken care of as I was told — I step outside, the crisp air brushing against my skin as I make my way to the car waiting to take me home. Home. The word feels foreign. It doesn’t hold warmth or comfort—only uncertainty.When I arrive, the scent of freshly baked bread and spices fills the air. The Chef is busy exploring his options again. As I step ins

CHAPTER 17: BADRACHEL'S POVThe clock on the wall shows it's barely past six, but I have a lot to do before Marco comes later in the afternoon. He’d called last night to let me know he'd be in meetings all day, so I decided to take it upon myself to prepare breakfast for Noah and me after asking Marco what he thought Noah would prefer for the morning.I move around the kitchen quietly, trying not to wake anyone else. I have a feeling that Noah is likely to be up soon as he is this early-morning person. "I am almost done. What is next?" I whisper joyfully to myself as I look around and then I snap my fingers. "Ah, the coffee." Standing on my tiptoes, I reach for the shelf, my fingers grazing the mug’s handle that is a bit out of reach.What a wonderful way for the universe to remind me that I am short.I struggle a little bit to get it but all my attempts to do so just keep on failing. Just as I am about to look for an alternative method, I feel the air shift behind me, and befo

CHAPTER 19: MY MAN IS TWICE THE MAN THAT HE IS.RACHEL'S POVThe event is finally in full swing, and I make my way through the venue, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. The girls are handling their assigned duties well, but I keep a close eye on them, making sure they don’t face any issues. Beatrice is on the other side also ensuring that things go accordingly as planned. The event is quite large, and hundreds of people are around. It has to be the biggest event I have ever participated in. I actually don't know what the purpose is but yeah, it is glamorous.Every now and then, I check on the guests, confirming that they have everything they need—whether it’s food, drinks, or any special accommodations. It’s exhausting, but I remind myself that I have to keep my focus. Tonight needs to be perfect, as Beatrice says. As I step aside to take a brief moment for myself, Jason suddenly appears beside me. His familiar grin stretches across his face as he greets me casually, but there’