All Chapters of Bound by Contract to the Ruthless Billionaire : Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

13 Chapters

The price of Pride

Alessia's Point of view The aroma of freshly made chicken soup filled the air as I lifted the pot from the cooker. What once brought a sigh of contentment over my culinary skills now served as a stark reminder of how far we had fallen from our days of glory.I glanced through the glass windows of my kitchen, my heart sinking at the sight of the empty seats in the restaurant. Just then, I felt a tap on my shoulder and turned, reluctantly pulling my gaze from the view.“Hello, Martha. How are you?” I greeted, forcing a smile. She was in her mid-forties and one of the longest-serving staff members at my restaurant.“I’m doing fine,” she replied, her smile not quite reaching her eyes.I placed my hand on her shoulder. “Is everything alright? Is there something I should know?” I asked, feeling my heart rate quicken. I wasn’t ready for any more bad news this week. It was the weekend, and I had already endured more than enough since the beginning of the week.“I’m just concerned about t

Last Updated : 2025-04-28

The Billionaire Proposal

Ethan's Point of view I parked my car in front of the restaurant. I sat there for a minute, as memories flooded to my head. I recalled the times my friends had dragged me here because of the delicious meals they whipped up.I unbuckled my seat belt with one hand while I speed dialled my best friend and personal assistant, Mark. “I'm inside, get your ass in here.” he chirped.I sighed and opened the car door. As I stepped outside, I placed my hand across my face to shade it from the blinding sunlight. I didn't need to search for long because there was Mark seated at one of the tables in the center of the room, looking conspicuous in a red blazer. A waitress stood by his table, blushing hard at whatever lies he was feeding her.I strode towards the table and took my seat. Mark continued conversing with the girl, ignoring my presence. “Are you here to work or you are here to fraternize with customers?” I snapped.The girl shuddered visibly and turned to me with wide eyes, the menu

Last Updated : 2025-04-28

A Night to Remember

Alessia's Point of view The atmosphere buzzed with animated chatter as I stepped into the elegant banquet hall for our college reunion, my arms linked with Hailey's. The soft glow of chandeliers reflected off polished tables, and laughter filled the air, but I felt a knot of anxiety twist in my stomach.“I told you I didn't want to come to this event, Hailey. Look at how genuinely happy everyone looks,” I pointed out, scanning the familiar faces with a hint of jealousy.“Ninety-five percent of the people here are faking it, Sia. Don’t be fooled,” Hailey replied, rolling her eyes. “Have you forgotten how it used to be? The various cliques and their fake friendships?”“I remember,” I said, trying to suppress a smile at her bluntness. “But a lot of time has passed since then.”“Exactly,” she stressed, squeezing my arm reassuringly. “Time has passed, and that means you’re not the same person you were back then. Through everything you’ve been through, you’ve evolved into a confident

Last Updated : 2025-04-28

A Deal for Love

Ethan's Point of view The laughter and chatter of the reunion faded as I stepped out onto the balcony, the cool night air hitting my face like a refreshing slap. I needed a moment to clear my head after that awkward encounter with Alessia. How had I let her get under my skin so easily? As I walked towards the balcony, I caught sight of her silhouette, leaning against the balcony’s edge, lost in thought. The way her blonde hair fell in loose waves around her shoulders made my heart skip a beat.She looked different—more mature, more beautiful. The soft glow of the moon illuminated her features, highlighting her dimples and the delicate curve of her jaw. Damn it, she looked like a goddess.“Alessia,” I called out, unable to stop myself. The moment my voice broke through the silence, she startled, spinning around as if she hadn’t expected anyone to follow her. “What are you doing here? Why did you follow me out here?” she shot back defensively, backing into the rail as if trying t

Last Updated : 2025-04-28

The Devil's Contract

Alessia's Point of view I was seated in Ethan’s exquisitely furnished living room, surrounded by opulence that felt both foreign and suffocating. The plush leather sofa I was perched on seemed to swallow me whole, its deep red hue contrasting sharply with the cool, modern decor. Elegant artwork from famous artists adorned the walls, and a crystal chandelier hung overhead, its harsh beams highlighting my unease.I glanced at the gold-plated clock on the mantelpiece—an hour had passed since I arrived, and with each tick, my resolve wavered. What were you thinking, Sia? Go home before it's too late.I had been initially repulsed by Ethan's offer of a contract marriage but the persistent calls and emails from the bank had worn me out.I rubbed my temples, trying to stave off the headache threatening to take hold. I had exactly twenty-four hours before the bank took action against me. The weight of that deadline pushed me to this point. As I stared at the glossy coffee table

Last Updated : 2025-04-28

Becoming Alessia Gage

Ethan’s Point of ViewI adjusted the cuffs of my white shirt, straightened my navy tie, and took my seat at the boardroom table.I could see the hatred in Alessia's eyes, and the anger she tried so hard to hide. But at this point, it didn’t matter.This was not about her. It never was.I brought her here for one reason: to control the narrative. To own the room. To close the deal. And to prove once again that Ethan Gage always gets what he wants anytime and any day.Across from us sat Gerald White, Carl Mathers, and Emily Rowan. Investors who had built and destroyed empires. They weren’t here just for numbers and figures. They were here to size me up, and they could sense something wasn’t adding up from the very beginning of the meeting.“Ethan,” Gerald began, calm but bold. “Your numbers look solid.” Tokyo exceeded projections. Milan held steady. But London... London is lacking alot….”How could he say that? After all the effort, I had input. I muted my breath. I adjusted my sitting

Last Updated : 2025-06-21

Becoming Mrs. Gage: part 2

Alessia’s point of view My fingers moved hesitantly over the screen of my phone as the unknown number flashed again. Ring… Ring… Ring… I shouldn’t answer. I should ignore it just like I’d been ignoring the ache in my chest and the way my life has been going these last few days. But something in me refused to let it go. I took a deep breath and answered. “Hello…?” Silence. Then, a breath. And a whisper. “He knows.” My heart jumped. “Know what? Who is this?” “The one you trust most. Your father. He’s hiding something from you.” I shot up, my grip tightening around the phone. “Who are you? What are you talking about?” Click. The call ended. I looked at the screen like it might explain itself. My heart beating as fast as it could, questions dashing in and out. Was it a prank? A threat? One of Ethan’s bitter exes? I called back. Nothing. Again. And again. Unreachable. Hours passed and still no answer. At some point, I made it to the kitchen

Last Updated : 2025-06-23

The Unwanted Wife

Ethan’s Point of ViewShe sat quietly in the back seat with her hands folded between her laps, like she was trying to hide something.I didn’t speak.Neither did she.After a while, the car stopped at the mansion gates.She looked out the window like she wasn’t ready.But guess what?I didn’t wait.When the maid opened her door, she hesitated. One foot out. Then the next. Her eyes scanned the whole environment like she expected the ground to open up and swallow her.I walked ahead without looking back.Inside the sitting room, my parents were already waiting.My father is tall, cold, and unreadable. His power wasn’t in what he said. It was what he didn’t have to say.My mother was graceful, calculated. Her smile was always unpredictable.We stepped in.“Ethan,” my father said, checking his watch. “You’re late.”I didn’t respond. I was used to those words coming from him.I walked to my mother and kissed her on the cheek. She didn’t flinch. Her eyes were locked on Alessia like she was

Last Updated : 2025-06-26

A promise to myself

Alessia’s Point of View.I’ll never forget the shock of meeting his parents.Ethan had always been bitter. Rough. Arrogant. Ruthless.But nothing prepared me for the source of it all.His parents weren’t just distant, they were cruel. Elegant in their cruelty. Polished, practiced. Their words didn’t need to be loud to hurt. They were soft and sharp.The way his mother looked at me... Like I didn’t belong in her line of vision. That alone made me know I wasn't welcomed.The father, on the other hand, spoke... Like he was disappointed that Ethan hadn’t picked someone more “financially stable.”It was like a punch to my face. The kind that knocks the air out of your lungs before you even realize you’re bleeding.And Ethan? He just sat there.He let it happen. Every word. Every pause. Every hum of judgment. He didn’t flinch. Didn’t speak up. Not once.He should have joined them.I walked out of that house with a little dignity. Which I held like a woman taught to survive. But the truth

Last Updated : 2025-06-26

The Marriage

Alessia’s Point of ViewI thought I had prepared myself.Three days.Three long, quiet days between the night I met his parents and the day I stood before a priest, dressed in white, promising myself to a man who never even looked at me with kindness—or saw me as someone he could love.I didn’t see Ethan much during those days.And when I did, he was brief. Cold. Always talking business with his assistant, always walking past me like I was just another piece of furniture in his house.But the silence?It was loud.The morning of the wedding, I staring at the white dress.It was customized. Perfect measurements. Expensive lace. Elegant neckline.No soul.Just like everything else around him.Two stylists arrived just after 8 a.m., brought in by his assistant. They said little. Just smiled and got to work—brushing my hair, applying makeup, zipping up the gown.I didn’t fight it.But inside, I felt like part of me was watching someone else live this life. Like I was standing outside my b

Last Updated : 2025-06-26

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