CHAPTER 151: Two Can Play This Game

She hit the redial button immediately.“Finally!” Samantha’s voice crackled through the speaker. “Mia, where the hell have you been?!”“Samantha—I’m so sorry,” Mia said in one breath. “There was traffic, and I—”“They’re here,” Samantha cut in. “The delivery guys. They’ve offloaded half, but they’re refusing to bring the rest inside.”“What? Why?”“They need a specific invoice—the original hard copy from the vendor. I think it’s in the drawer in your office. And… well… I think you took the keys with you this morning.”Mia slapped her forehead. “The drawer—crap.You know what? Tell them I’ll be there soon. Just—try to convince them to start with the smaller boxes.”“I’ve tried. They didn’t even let me touch the espresso machine or arrange the cooler shelves. They’re saying it’s protocol. Owner must be present. Even if I’m the manager.”She glanced at Zac, who walked over, wiping his hands with sanitary paper. “What’s going on?”“I need to go,” she mouthed, then spoke into the phone. “S

Last Updated : 2025-06-17

CHAPTER 152: The Glass Half Full

It had been three days since Zac left New York for Milan, and the trip had been nothing short of intense. Every hour had been accounted for—meetings, boardrooms, late-night calls, and endless negotiations. But in the end, they had accomplished their purpose: expanding the company’s network.Zac exhaled deeply for the first time in what felt like hours as he stepped out of the branch office in Milan.“You handled that beautifully,” Seth said, placing a firm hand on Zac’s shoulder as they walked toward the waiting car. “I must say, I’m proud of the way you managed everything. This trip was worth every second.”“Thank you, Uncle,” Zac replied, grateful for the praise. He’d pushed hard for the meetings to wrap ahead of schedule. His mind had been on one thing—and one person—the whole time.Seth gave him a playful nudge. “So… how about we stay the night? Celebrate a little more? We’ve worked so hard. We can tell the pilot to relax.”Zac chuckled lightly. “That’s very tempting. But I’d rath

Last Updated : 2025-07-01

CHAPTER 153: Manipulated, Again

The cinema hall was chilled, dense with the scent of popcorn, melted butter, and a faint floral fragrance from Mia’s perfume.The laughter of the movie crowd echoed down the hallway as the final credits rolled.While others stretched, chatted, and picked up their belongings, Mia leaned back in her seat, her fingers still wrapped around her soda cup.She’d barely caught half the movie. Her mind kept drifting—to the shop, pending orders, to Zac.It had been a long week. Between managing the shop and prepping for a possible menu update, her life was a carousel of caffeine, spreadsheets, and late nights.But tonight, Angelo had shown up again, suggesting they take a breather. “Something light,” he’d said. “Popcorn, cheesy movies, and zero talk of invoices.”And somehow, Samantha had tagged along.So far, there was nothing to be worried about. Angelo had been respectful, kind—even helpful. But Samantha wasn’t letting her guard down. She never did.“You good?” Angelo asked beside her.Mia n

Last Updated : 2025-07-02

CHAPTER 154: Don’t Come Any Closer

Back at the Condo, Mia stepped inside the living room with a smile already forming on her lips.“Zac?” she called softly. But no one answered.Her gaze immediately landed on his briefcase, left open on the couch.Her heart warmed. He really was back.She dropped her bag and moved deeper inside.“Zac?” Still no reply.His shirt was draped over the armrest. She reached out, brushing her fingers over the fabric, breathing in his familiar cologne.She checked the study—it was empty. The kitchen—no sign of him.Her smile grew as she turned toward the bedroom. That had to be where he was hiding. Maybe with roses. Or that delicious chocolate mousse he always brought back from his trips.But something caught her eye.Right there, scattered across the floor outside the bedroom door were dozens of photographs.Her steps slowed. She knelt down, picking one up.It was her and Zac at the masquerade ball—laughing together in the courtyard, her head tilted back, his hand holding her waist.Another p

Last Updated : 2025-07-04

All Chapters of THE BILLIONAIRE’S MYSTIQUE BRIDE: Chapter 151 - Chapter 154

CHAPTER 151: Two Can Play This Game

CHAPTER 152: The Glass Half Full

CHAPTER 153: Manipulated, Again

CHAPTER 154: Don’t Come Any Closer