All Chapters of Betrayed, Contract Marriage with Mr. Devil: Chapter 141 - Chapter 150

Chapter 142That morning, the courtyard of the De Santos Mansion felt more alive than usual. Fresh air slipped through the tall, neatly lined trees, while sunlight fell softly across the front terrace. Leon’s car had just stopped. Giselle stepped out first, waiting as Leon moved more slowly than usual.“Careful,” Giselle said reflexively as she turned back. Her hand reached out, ready to help.Leon let out a small breath. “I’m not as fragile as glass,” he said, half joking.“But you just got discharged from the hospital,” Giselle replied, unsmiling. Her gaze was firm.Leon accepted her hand anyway. “That’s exactly why I need to recover quickly.”They walked into the mansion. Mrs. Hansel was already waiting in the living room, her face instantly filling with relief when she saw Leon standing upright, though still a little pale.“Thank goodness,” Mrs. Hansel said. “You’re finally home.”Leon smiled faintly. “I’m sorry for worrying you.”“What matters is that you survived,” Mrs. Hansel r

Chapter 144Night fell quietly over the De Santos Mansion. The garden lights glowed softly, casting the shadows of trees onto the glass windows of the family room. Giselle had just finished putting Gesha and Diego to bed. She walked slowly toward the small balcony on the upper floor, intending to breathe in the night air for a moment.Her phone vibrated in her hand.The name that appeared on the screen made Giselle pause for a moment.Billy.She took a deep breath before answering the call.“Hello, Billy,” Giselle said softly.“Hello, Giselle,” Billy’s voice sounded calm, very different from his tone some time ago. “I’m not disturbing you, am I?”“No,” Giselle answered honestly. “I’m just relaxing.”Billy fell silent for a moment, as if making sure his courage was enough.“I’m calling to give you some news.”“What news?” Giselle asked.“In two days, I will be engaged to Thalita,” Billy said without hesitation. “I hope you can come.”Giselle fell silent. Not because she was sad, but be

.Chapter 147Leon’s car moved calmly away from the engagement party venue of Billy and Thalita. City lights shimmered beyond the car window, while Gesha and Diego had already fallen asleep in the back seat. Their breathing was steady, their innocent faces looked peaceful after a long day.Leon glanced at the rearview mirror from time to time, making sure the children were sleeping comfortably.“Tired?” Leon asked while keeping his eyes on the road.Giselle shook her head slowly.“Not too much. But I’m happy today.”Leon smiled faintly.“So am I. Billy really looks happy.”Giselle nodded.“Finally.”A few minutes later, the car stopped in front of a five-star hotel that Leon had booked in advance. The plan was simple—stay overnight with the children, while giving them a short vacation before returning to their daily routines.Leon got out first, then helped Giselle out of the car. A hotel staff member immediately came to assist with their luggage.“Good evening, Mr. Leon. Your room is

Chapter 148Two days of vacation passed by quickly. That morning, the hotel atmosphere had returned to its usual bustle. Leon made sure all the luggage was packed, while Giselle sat on the small sofa, rubbing her temples. Her face looked pale, even though she tried to smile as Gesha and Diego ran around the room.“Mommy, are we really going home today?” Gesha asked while hugging her favorite doll.“Yes, Sweetheart,” Giselle replied softly. “The vacation is over.”Diego approached and observed Giselle’s face carefully.“Mommy looks tired.”Leon immediately turned his head. He walked over to his wife and crouched in front of her.“Are you okay?” he asked softly, clearly worried.Giselle nodded gently.“I’m fine, just a little tired.”Leon did not fully believe her. He knew Giselle too well to ignore that expression. However, he chose not to argue.“You should rest in the car later. I’ll take care of everything.”The journey back to the De Santos Mansion was fairly calm. Gesha and Diego

Chapter 150The wedding party had finally come to an end. One by one, the guests left the reception hall with smiles and endless congratulations that had filled the air since earlier that evening. The hall that had once been full of laughter and music slowly returned to silence.Leon held Giselle’s hand as they entered the hotel suite that had been specially prepared for them that night. As soon as the door closed, Giselle let out a long breath.“Tired?” Leon asked, turning his head while still holding onto her hand.Giselle nodded slightly.“Very tired.”Leon immediately guided her to the soft sofa near the window.“Sit down first. Don’t stand too long.”Giselle looked at Leon and smiled faintly.“You’ve been bossing me around nonstop.”Leon crouched in front of her and carefully removed her high heels one by one.“I’m your husband now. A husband’s job is complicated—one of them is bossing his wife around.”Giselle chuckled softly.“You’re being excessive.”Leon did not respond. Inst