บททั้งหมดของ Purchased by the Billionaire: บทที่ 11 - บทที่ 20

The early morning light streamed through the window, and Lucius's voice cut through the stillness, “Catherine, are you awake? How are you feeling? Are you getting used to the atmosphere here?”Lucius had business to attend to, leaving and returning later, but in the meantime, he entered her room, maintaining the perfect facade of a “loving” husband before anyone could question their relationship.Catherine stirred slightly, her eyes fluttering open to meet Lucius’s gaze. He was sitting at the edge of the bed, watching her with an expression she couldn't quite read. She smiled softly, but the expression didn't quite reach her eyes. "I’m getting used to it, Lucius. It’s more peaceful here than I thought."Lucius’s eyes softened, and a smile spread across his face, warm and reassuring. “I’m glad to hear that. We’ll have plenty of time to enjoy this tranquility. I want you to feel comfortable and safe here.”There was warmth in his voice, and for a fleeting moment, Catherine felt her hear

The party was in full swing, grand and glorious, but Catherine felt like she was trapped in a maze of scrutinizing gazes and fake smiles. After escorting her to greet the important guests, Lucius had left her in a corner while he mingled with the high-society businessmen. A small space opened between her and the crowd, but instead of offering her relief, it only made Catherine feel more isolated, more alone than ever.She stood quietly, her eyes drifting toward the garden outside the hall. She could hear the soft music echoing in the air, a gentle backdrop to the chaos of the event. She closed her eyes for a moment, trying to find a shred of peace amidst the overwhelming clamor. Everything in the mansion was perfect, yet that very perfection felt suffocating, like a beautifully constructed facade hiding something darker beneath."Excuse me, are you Catherine?" A warm voice interrupted her thoughts.Catherine turned around, surprised to see a man standing there. He was tall, with thick

The morning sunlight filtered through the trees, casting shimmering rays across the ground as Lucius stood before his parents, his voice steady but carrying an undertone of urgency. "Father, Mother, it’s been a while since we last visited the old mansion."Maximus, his father, sighed deeply and looked away for a moment. “There’s no time to waste, but we must go. Or you can take Catherine with you.”Lucius, always careful with his words, glanced at his mother before asking, "Is that alright?"But before Maximus could respond, his mother, Lily, interjected sharply, “No! I only have one son, and if anything happens to him—"“Quiet, Lily!” Maximus’s voice cut through, firm and commanding. “There’s nothing to w

Catherine struggled to her feet, wincing as a sharp pain shot through her ankle. She must have twisted it during the fall, and her hand instinctively went to the bruise forming on her leg. Every step felt heavier than the last as the cold stone floor beneath her seemed to pull her deeper into the silence. The air around her was damp and stale, carrying the faint metallic tang of something she couldn’t place. It made her uneasy, her breath quickening as she tried to steady herself.She reached out, her fingers brushing against the cold, rough stone of the walls. Desperation clawed at her chest as she ran her hands over the surface, searching for any sign of escape. The stone was uneven, the surface slick with grime. Each movement made her hands slip further, and she gritted her teeth, unwilling to give in to the fear gnawing at her.The darkness around her pressed in like a weight, suffocating her with its quiet menace. She forced herself to breathe, to stay calm, though the growing se

The silence was deafening after the sudden descent into darkness. Lucius's body had collided with the floor, his mind whirling as he grasped for his bearings. The fall had been sudden, and for a moment, he wondered if he had injured himself in the chaos of it all. But as his breath steadied, he realized he was unharmed. His body was tense as he adjusted to the complete darkness that surrounded him.He rose slowly, dusting off his coat, and glanced around the room. His eyes strained against the dim light filtering from above, and then, as if by instinct, they fell upon the chests lining the walls. They stood there like silent sentinels, waiting for him to uncover their secrets. Lucius couldn't help the surge of excitement that thrummed through his chest. This was it. The treasure he had been chasing, the one whispered about in his family for generations—was real.Turning around, his gaze caught Catherine’s. She stood a few steps behind him, eyes wide, a mixture of relief and uncertainty