Все главы 'TIL DECEIT DO US APART: BILLIONAIRE'S PRETEND BRIDE : Глава 11 - Глава 20

*An hour earlier*Asher was leaning against the bar table in the mini bar in his luxurious three-story building family home. He stared at the golden liquid inside the wine glass he was holding. It took all of his self-control not to toss the glass across the room. Not only did she insult him in front of newscasters and paparazzi, but Lena formed a whole scandal about him. She secretly recorded the rest of their conversation and sent it to the press!Asher gulped down the wine and clutched the glass forcefully. The glass cracked, piercing into his skin. He flung the pieces away in a fit of rage.She tarnished his reputation! Because of her, people are calling him names. Some people are even planning to protest against him for doing completely nothing but trying to put a fraud behind bars.He had gotten a phone call earlier from one of the prominent newscasters, who had told him to repent for his actions and withdraw from calling the authorities on Liam Duke." If you ever call my num

The male strippers returned to join the ladies for the party. Lena's eldest cousin ordered pizza for everyone, while Rebecca ordered lots of snacks. They all rounded the table filled with shots of alcohol whilst they sat on the ground. Lena watched with a smile as Abby chatted with the male stripper who was dancing on her a while ago. From the way she smiled with wide eyes and bit her lips at intervals, she had a crush on him. Lena rolled her eyes, not surprised. She hoped one day, Abby would find a guy she truly loved and stop playing around. " All right ladies," Lena's oldest cousin, Freda, got up and clicked a wine glass. When everyone kept quiet and put their attention on her, she smiled and announced. " So firstly, I'd like to say a big congratulations to my cousin for finding her soon-to-be husband!" Everyone cheered happily while Abby pulled Lena into a hug and kissed her cheek. " Drake is one lucky man but I swear, I'd beat his ass if he makes you cry." Lena fake-la

On hearing what Asher said, Lena's eyes turned loathsome. Her eyes snapped up to look at Asher who had the usual emotionless expression on his face. " You think this is funny, don't you?" Lena accused brusquely. Asher opened his mouth to oppose but she cut him off savagely. " Don't even say anything. You know there should be a limit to your bitchiness-" " Miss Dubby I didn't mean-" " You must have known this would happen all along." Lena threw her hands in the air. " You must have planned it with Drake. That's why you agreed to come today, so you can watch me suffer!" Immediately, she took a second to catch her breath; Asher spoke quickly. " Look, even if I wanted you to suffer, I wouldn't stoop this low. I did not make a joke; I meant it when I said I wanted to take Drake's place. It has nothing to do with hating you and definitely doesn't mean I have feelings for you. I believe it will benefit both of us if I take you down the altar." Lena froze. Her eyes rested keenly on his

Lena hurried to catch up with Asher as he made his way toward the house.Upon stepping inside, Lena's jaw nearly hit the floor. The entire interior was a lavish blend of blue and gold. Intricate gold patterns decorated the plush blue walls, and a grand spiral staircase wound upward from the side of the living room. The ceiling was so elegantly designed that it felt almost surreal. Two doors, labeled "Game Room" and "Cinema," caught her attention, further emphasizing the house's luxury."Close your mouth, would you?" Asher's cold voice snapped Lena out of her awe.Realizing her mouth had been open, she quickly shut it, her cheeks warming with embarrassment."Pathetic," Danielle muttered with a roll of her eyes, already seated on the couch beside her husband, enjoying their tea.Matteo was heading upstairs with some of Lena's luggage when a woman's voice called from the staircase."You can leave the bags here in the living room," said Jade, descending the stairs gracefully.Though techn

Lena sat on the balcony, the night air chilly against her skin. She gazed at the plush porch, still adjusting to the unfamiliar luxury surrounding her. As a child, she'd dreamt of a living glamorous life, but adulthood had forced her to bury those dreams. No matter how hard she worked, the world constantly reminded her of her middle-class reality.Her thoughts were interrupted by the sudden ringing of her phone. She took out her phone and read the caller's ID.Abby.Her heartbeat quickened. She hadn't heard from Abby since the wedding, and her absence after the ceremony made Lena wonder if her best friend was upset with her."Lena! Tell me where you are so I can come over and kick your ass," Abby snapped the moment the call connected.Lena exhaled. "I'm sorry, I didn't tell you-""You should be sorry! How the hell could you marry Asher out of nowhere? You never even hinted you liked him-""I don't like him! I never have and never will. Just calm down and listen."Lena paced the bal