Lahat ng Kabanata ng Love And Vengeance: The Billionaire’s Captive Bride: Kabanata 11 - Kabanata 20

Aliya waited for Ryan at the waiting room of Andres Enterprises. Come what may, she needed to explain things to him and end the alliance peacefully. She hadn’t waited for long when Ryan came out.Why didn’t you inform me that she was here? Ryan said to his secretary.I’m sorry sir, the meeting was very important so I didn’t want to interrupt you.Ryan walked towards Aliya who stood up as soon as she saw him.Ryan, we need to talk.Let’s go somewhere more convenient. I’m hungry too, I did like to eat.He led her away and they left the company. At Jade Garden Restaurant The two sat opposite each other with Aliya picking on her food.What’s wrong? The food is not to your taste?Not that.Then what is the matter, you have been acting out of character since you came back.I’m sorry, Ryan.You don’t have to apologize anymore, I understand that we aren’t really a real couple and of course there are certain things which are personal and we wouldn’t want to share, so you don’t have to apolog

Aiden smiled, a slow, predatory curve of his lips that hinted at the power he held. "Then I will make sure to satisfy my wife," he murmured, his eyes glinting with something dangerous. He captured her lips in a kiss. The kiss started slow, a tender exploration that quickly deepened, his tongue tracing the seam of her lips before demanding entrance. His hands, strong and sure, moved to her neck, fingers gently stroking the sensitive skin beneath her ear, sending shivers down her spine. The pressure of his lips intensified, his breath hot against her skin as he trailed kisses down her jawline, each touch arousing a mixture of pleasure and apprehension. His kiss, a storm of passion and possession, was abruptly halted by Aliya who pushed him away,her breath ragged, her eyes wide with a mixture of desire and terror, pulled back, a tremor running through her body. The intensity of the moment had been too much, the echoes of her past too loud to ignore. She couldn’t still get over the nig

Aliya left his room feeling distraught. Aiden’s last words kept resounding in her ears. In her room, she sat on her bed holding on to the picture of Aiden and her with their youthful innocent smile. Tears streamed down her eyes as she looked at the picture. He said that Matilda was the most important person to him in this world. What was she? A joke. She smiled amidst her tears. “Was she a fool for believing that she could still get the old Aiden back? Was getting married to him a mistake. This Aiden was unrecognizable, Aiden would never make her cry nor would he hurt her.” Aliya’s tears flowed freely down her cheeks, her phone beeped with an incoming message from her friend Jason. “Got some information about him, I’ll have it sent to your company tomorrow” Aliya wiped her tears, Sentimentality was a luxury she couldn’t afford now, the first step to victory is to know about your enemy. The Velvet Lounge throbbed with bass and the murmur of privileged voices. Ryan nurse

The launch of Hendrix Global was the social event of the year in the Capital City. The fifty-story HG tower, its sleek silhouette piercing the skyline, pulsed with anticipation. Inside, the banquet hall throbbed with the energy of the city's elite. Men in impeccably tailored tuxedos mingled with their elegantly dressed companions, the air thick with the scent of expensive perfume and the murmur of hushed conversations. The sheer opulence, the shimmering chandeliers, the meticulously arranged floral displays, the expertly poured champagne spoke volumes about the power and prestige of Hendrix Global.Friends gathered in groups discussing the mystery identity of the CEO of Hendrix Global, as well as the notable powerful men in attendance of the launch.Meanwhile, at the Manor, Matilda slipped into the breathtaking black mermaid gown Aiden had sent. The sleek fabric clung to her curves, the subtle slit hinting at the length of her legs. She looked like a delicate princess."Young Miss,

Aiden cast one final glance at him before leaving. Ryan stood there clenching his fist tightly, who was he to threaten him? Aliya was supposed to be his, he stole her away. Aiden arrived at the basement of Hendrix Global where the invaders were held captive. One of his men led him to them. Boss you’re here, Gary said, making way for him. Aiden’s gaze swept over the captives, his expression a mask of cold fury. A trickle of blood snaked down one man's temple, staining his already dirt-smeared cheek. Aiden didn't flinch. He approached the man with the head wound, his shoes echoing on the damp concrete floor. He knelt, his eyes level with the captive's, the intensity of his stare almost palpable. "You thought you could disrupt my event," Aiden said, his voice low and dangerously calm. The words hung in the air, heavy with unspoken threats. He lightly touched the man's wound, a ghost of a smile playing on his lips. "Let this one go, he needs to inform his boss of the consequences o