All Chapters of The Billionaire She Rejected.: Chapter 181 - Chapter 190

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Chapter 181: The Sentence.

Sienna’s POVA sharp knock hit the metal door and echoed through the tiny room I had been stuck in for days. I couldn’t pretend not to understand what it meant. Today was the day of my final hearing, the day everything would be decided.I pushed myself off the narrow bed and walked slowly toward the door. My legs felt stiff from sitting and pacing in circles. The officer opened the door without saying a word, and I stepped out into the hallway. Bright light forced my eyes to squint. It was the first time in days that I was seeing anything other than the dim bulb in the cell.A strange itch crawled up my arm again. I scratched at the spot and pulled up my sleeve. Red dots covered my skin, scattered in clusters across my forearm.My stomach twisted at the sight. It looked irritating, like my whole body was reacting to the room itself.The rash spread further down my arm and I cringed internally. We walked past tinted office windows, and each time I caught a vague reflection of mysel

Chapter 182: Silent Vigil.

Riley’s POVWhen we reached the hospital, I stepped out of the car with shaky legs. The fresh air from the ride helped settle the tornado in my stomach, although every time the memory of Sienna pulling that trigger flashed in my mind, my throat tightened again. It still felt unreal that she was gone. Not just her, but her baby too. I tried not to think about it because each time I did, something cold twisted inside me.I walked into the main building and headed toward the private ward where Michael had been transferred. His family insisted on moving him to Gray Hospital so he could receive the best treatment possible. They had specialists coming in and out every hour, and although there were small improvements in his vitals, he still had not opened his eyes. That part kept clawing at my chest.I reached the door and pushed it open quietly. The room looked more like a suite than a hospital ward. Everything was white and clean, and there was a soft hum coming from the machines arou

Chapter 183: The Vote.

Riley’s POVI had just gotten off a long call with one of my clients, the one I had been pitching a new project idea to for almost an hour straight. The moment I ended the call, I let out a slow exhale and leaned back into the chair. My shoulders dropped the way a tired bird drops its wings after a long flight. I ran my fingers through my hair and rubbed my temples, trying to soothe the dull ache that had started creeping from the base of my skull.I stretched my neck a little and turned toward Michael.He still lay there with the same peaceful expression that felt unnatural for someone fighting his way back to consciousness.It has been one week and two days now. The only improvement so far was that he no longer needed the oxygen mask. His breathing had become steady and strong enough on its own, which the doctors said was a very good sign.But still no open eyes.I stared at him a bit longer, imagining the moment he would finally wake up. I imagined his voice again. His laugh. T

Chapter 184: His Kicks.

Riley’s POVI stepped out of the building and slid into the waiting car, the door closing softly behind me. The familiar hum of the engine started as we pulled away from the curb, but my mind was still stuck upstairs in that boardroom. I reached into my bag and brought out my phone, opening the message from my private investigator again.I reread the words carefully, not missing a line. So Eleanor did not just wake up one morning and decide to destroy Michael. She had been laying the groundwork for a long time. The realization made my skin crawl. I forwarded everything Eleanor had presented at the meeting to Michael’s lawyer, adding a short message asking him to trace the source of the documents and verify their origin. If she forged them or manipulated records, then it would come out. I was not going to let her rewrite Michael’s story while he lay unconscious and unable to defend himself.After sending it, I leaned back against the seat and stared out the window. The city mo

Chapter 185: Loose Ends.

Riley’s POVI sat in front of the small table I had converted into an office corner in Michael’s ward, flipping through a file that was already starting to blur in front of my eyes. I had been reading the same paragraph for the third time, yet none of it was sinking in. When my phone rang, the sound startled me slightly. I glanced at the screen and saw Michael’s lawyer’s name. I straightened a little before swiping to answer.“Hello, Barrister,” I said.“Ms. Jordan,” he replied calmly. “The files are ready. Where would you like us to meet so I can hand them over to you?”I hesitated and instinctively looked over my shoulder at Michael. He lay unmoving, his chest rising and falling steadily, unaware of the battles being fought on his behalf.“Let’s meet here, at the hospital,” I said finally.There was a brief pause on the line. “Alright. I’m close to the hospital already. What is Mr. Gray’s room number?”“Room one three two, VIP ward,” I replied, glancing at the number on the door

Chapter 186: The Clause.

Riley’s POVI stood in front of the wall mirror, adjusting the sleeves of my jacket while staring at my reflection. My hands moved carefully, smoothing imaginary creases that were not really there. I knew I was doing it out of nerves, but I let myself have that moment.Today was the final day.The board members were reconvening to make their decision, and whatever happened in that room would determine Michael’s future with the company he built with his own sweat. I had gathered every piece of evidence I could, cross checked every document, and prepared myself for every question I could think of. Still, hope was the only thing I was clinging to now.I turned away from the mirror and stepped out of the restroom. My steps slowed as I approached Michael’s bed. He lay there quietly, his chest rising and falling in a steady rhythm that I had memorized over the past days.I leaned down and pressed a gentle kiss to his forehead. His skin was warm beneath my lips, grounding me in a way no

Chapter 187: Reinstatement.

Riley’s POVI lifted my head and saw Mr Gray step into the boardroom.“I’m sorry for the interruption,” he said calmly as he walked in.Chairs scraped against the floor as everyone stood up in shock.A few of the directors rushed forward to greet him, their earlier confidence evaporating in seconds. I watched quietly as he exchanged handshakes, then paused to pull the older director who had supported me into a brief embrace.That single gesture told me everything I needed to know. Mr Gray moved toward the head of the table. Eleanor stood up at once and stepped aside, her movements stiff and controlled. He took the seat, nodding at her with a polite smile.The room slowly settled back into silence.“It has been a long time since I last attended a board meeting,” Mr Gray began, his voice steady. “After years of retirement and rest, I truly did not think I would ever sit in this chair again.”A few of the directors nodded, their faces carefully neutral.“Thanks to my son,” he continu

Chapter 188: A Small Celebration.

Riley’s PovAfter the meeting ended, the boardroom felt heavy with mixed emotions.Those who wanted Michael reinstated were quietly jubilant, their relief obvious in the way they smiled and whispered to one another. On the other hand, those who stood against him sat stiffly in their seats, their faces tight with disappointment and barely concealed resentment.Even with everything that had just happened, I could not miss the tension hanging thickly between Ferdinand and Eleanor. He did not spare her a single glance before leaving the boardroom. He walked out first, leaving her seated behind with a rigid posture that spoke louder than words.I turned just in time to see the old director walking toward me. I met him halfway, and he smiled warmly as he reached me.“You did well, my dear,” he said sincerely. “You fought for Michael like someone who truly believes in him.”“Thank you, sir, I just did what I felt was right.” I replied.He nodded approvingly. “Michael chose wisely. Not just

Chapter 189: Awakening.

Michael’s PovMy eyes finally opened after fighting the endless darkness that had wrapped itself around me for what felt like forever.I could not tell how long I had been trapped there. Time did not exist in that place. It felt like drowning without water, like sinking deeper no matter how hard I tried to swim upward. I remembered trying again and again to break free, pushing myself forward only to be dragged back into the dark.Sometimes, I heard voices.They came and went. Some were close, like someone was leaning beside me and speaking softly. Other times, they were distant, like echoes bouncing off thick walls. I tried to focus on them, but every attempt left me exhausted.This time was different though, because I fought it harder and did not give in easily.I pushed through the darkness pressing against my eyes. And then, suddenly, there was light. Faint at first, then brighter, until it forced my eyes open.I blinked slowly, my vision blurred slightly, confusion settling

Chapter 190: Acceptance.

Riley’s PovI watched Michael sit quietly after I finished telling him everything that happened while he was in a coma. He did not interrupt me, nor did he try to hide what he was feeling.Every emotion crossed his face clearly, anger and disbelief fading into a quiet hurt.Seeing him like that made my chest tighten. I wished I could take some of that weight off him.After a while, he looked at me and spoke softly. “Take me to see Grandma.”His voice was weak and slow, so different from the steady voice I was used to hearing. I nodded at once and pressed the call button, and the nurse came in. With her help, Michael was carefully settled into a wheelchair. I stayed close, holding onto the handles as we moved through the hallway toward Grandma’s ward.When we knocked and stepped inside, Grandma’s eyes widened, then filled with tears as a bright smile spread across her face. She looked like someone who had just received the best news of her life.Ferdinand stilled for a second befo

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