All Chapters of The billionaire's hidden bride: The secret heiress: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

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Chapter 21: Cooking is complicated

Maya and Ethan had just arrived at Seychelles International Airport not long ago. The flight had taken about six hours, and Maya had enjoyed every moment. It was her first time on a plane, and it was amazing how everything seemed so tiny from up there. Now, they were standing, waiting for the driver, just as Ethan had instructed. Their luggage was around them, and Ethan’s two bodyguards stood silently behind, ever vigilant, while Ethan, of course, remained in his wheelchair.Maya’s eyes wandered over the scenery, the bright sunlight reflecting off the water, the trees swaying gently in the breeze. Ethan had mentioned they were going to a private resort or villa, and she could hardly wait to see it.Next, a sleek black Mercedes pulled up smoothly in front of them, its polished surface reflecting the sun. A man in a driver’s uniform stepped out.“Good afternoon, Mr. and Mrs. Ashford. Welcome to Seychelles,” he said politely, bowing his head slightly. “I’m your chauffeur assigned to dr

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Chapter 22: You took notes

Ethan had taken Maya for a yacht ride. He had booked a private yacht, so it was just the two of them, the sailor, and a few staff members who knew better than to stare too long. Ethan hadn’t bothered with the wheelchair this time. Before they left the dock, he had given strict instructions that no pictures, no recordings, no phones were allowed. The staff kept their heads down after that.Maya stepped onto the yacht carefully, her fingers brushing the smooth railing. This was her first time ever seeing a yacht, let alone standing on one. The moment they began to glide across the water, her face lit up.The ocean was so vast, sunlight dancing over the waves like diamonds. The wind touched her face gently. She closed her eyes and inhaled. Everything smelled like salt, sunshine, and freedom.She didn’t even realize she’d moved closer to the edge until the yacht tilted lightly with a soft sway and her foot slipped.A hand grabbed her shoulder from behind.“Careful,” Ethan said, his voice

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Chapter 23: Except my wife

The next day, Ethan and Maya decided to visit the gym. The gym area was part of a huge building, connected to a pool area and a few other sections, Maya chose the gym section to do some workouts. Ethan, of course, couldn’t possibly join because of his fake condition, so he just sat in the wheelchair, quietly observing.Maya had gone to change, and when she stepped out again, she was dressed in her gym wear, which was a black sports bra and high-waisted black leggings, paired with clean sneakers. Ethan had gotten all of them for her that morning.As she came out, Ethan’s gaze traveled from her head down to her toe, slowly, almost unknowingly. That was when he noticed her figure properly. The leggings shaping her hips, the way her tiny waist curved in, the smooth line of her straight legs. He had never really noticed that part of her before… but now, standing in a room filled with other people and a few male trainers, his gaze darkened.He didn’t show it. He only watched.Maya walked to

Last Updated : 2025-12-03

Chapter 24: She's getting one alone

Maya was more than surprised to find Nelly there. Why was she there in the first place? Why did Nelly come all the way from Silvercrest City to Seychelles? First of all, the journey from there to Seychelles was really expensive. It would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. And from what Maya knew, Nelly’s family, which was apparently also her family as well, were going through some financial crisis. That was why they needed Ethan’s help in the first place. So how was Nelly even able to afford the travel?“Nelly, why are you here?” Maya asked.Nelly flicked her hair, placing one hand on her hips. She was wearing a short, sleek black dress paired with a pair of silver heels. She looked at Maya. “What sort of question is that, dummy? Am I supposed to answer to you?”Maya looked at her without flinching. “I mean, why are you in Seychelles?” “Do you own Seychelles? Can’t I be here?” Nelly spat.“That’s not the point,” Maya said. “I mean, it must have been really expensive to get here.

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Chapter 25: Massage

“Are you the one that is going to massage her?” Ethan asked.Maxwell looked at him. “Um… yes, I am. I’m the masseur.”“No.” Ethan’s expression hardened. “Get a masseuse.”The man blinked. “Sir, I’m the one assigned—”“I don’t want a man massaging my wife.” Ethan’s eyes darkened. “She’s going to be half-naked, and you think I’ll be comfortable with you massaging her?”Maya’s cheeks flushed instantly, heat rising up to her neck. The man’s mouth fell open slightly at Ethan’s bluntness.“A-alright,” Maxwell muttered, clearly startled. “We’ll assign a masseuse to you.”“Good.” Ethan nodded once, firm.The man quickly excused himself and walked away.Maya slowly turned to look at him, still embarrassed. Ethan looked back at her with that same blank expression.“What?” he asked, raising a brow in that usual, slightly possessive manner he always had.“You’re…” She let out a breath, unable to finish the sentence.He tilted his head. “I'm what.”Maya shook her head and muttered, “Never mind.”E

Last Updated : 2025-12-05

Chapter 26: I'm also a virgin

And so the remaining five days passed. Today was the final day of their honeymoon in Seychelles.After the spa day, Ethan had taken her to other places. Dinners by the beach, outdoor movie nights, parks, cafes. Maya was the one doing most of the fun while Ethan simply observed, watched, and accompanied. But he was always there with her.And one thing repeated itself like an irritating pattern. Nelly.No matter where they went, no matter what time it was, Nelly somehow appeared. At the restaurant entrance, at the movie ticket stand, at the boardwalk near the ice cream stalls. As if she had memorized their schedule.But Ethan never acknowledged her. Not even once.Maya barely paid her any mind either.And Nelly, despite all her dramatic attempts, could not ruin anything. The honeymoon continued smoothly.Now it was their last morning. Departure was at noon.Maya stood beside the bed, folding clothes into her suitcase, arranging souvenirs, and double-checking her toiletries. The room do

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Chapter 27: Is Nelly here?

Chapter 27: Is Nelly here?Maya and Ethan arrived back at Silvercrest and they were at the airport waiting for their chauffeur, when all of a sudden Nelly rushed toward them with her luggage. Maya’s brows tightened as she looked at Nelly.Nelly spoke quickly, almost out of breath, “Um, you see, I couldn’t book a chauffeur to drop me home, so I was wondering if I could join the two of you.”Maya’s eyes narrowed, and then she looked at Ethan.Ethan didn’t even look at Nelly. All he said was, “Only if Maya is okay with it.”Nelly clenched her teeth. “What? Meaning, if Maya is not cool with me joining you guys, I have to wait here and see whenever?”“You’re not dumb. You understood what I meant,” Ethan said blankly.Nelly looked at Maya and rolled her eyes. “Oh please, there’s no way you’re going to say no. It would be an honour for me to ride in your car.”Maya almost rolled her eyes.Nelly was so proud—so unnecessarily proud. She walked around as if she had the whole world balanced on h

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Chapter 28: I know you're lying

Mr. and Mrs. Sterling were both visibly upset. "Do you even realize what $400,000 means to the company right now, Nelly?" Mrs. Sterling snapped, her hands trembling. "That money was crucial for keeping things afloat. Payroll, supplier payments, operational costs. And you just spent it like it was nothing!"Mr. Sterling shook his head, pacing back and forth. "We’ve been struggling to stabilize the company even with Ethan’s help. And now, because of your reckless vacation, we’re right back in danger of losing ground. How could you be so careless?"Nelly gave a dismissive shrug. "It’s not a big deal. I mean… it was just for a vacation," she said lightly.Mrs. Sterling’s eyes widened in disbelief. "Not a big deal? Nelly, it’s a huge deal! We’re not as financially buoyant as we used to be. We’re barely back on track, and you can’t just start spending again like nothing happened! Why can’t you just be patient until we stabilize things?”Nelly’s voice rose slightly in defense. "But… while Et

Last Updated : 2025-12-10

Chapter 29: Ethan Ashford’s wife

From what Ethan had explained the previous night, the file was extremely important. Today was the day he was supposed to counter his uncle’s move, and without that file, things could spiral fast.She rushed into the bathroom, took a quick shower, brushed her teeth, barely bothering with anything else. She grabbed the blue-covered file, stuffed it carefully into her bag along with her phone, and headed out of the room.She rushed downstairs in quick steps.Just as she reached the last step, Diana was already in the living room.“Whoa, Maya, darling,” Diana said, startled. “What’s wrong? Where are you rushing off to like this?”“To the office,” Maya said quickly, slightly out of breath.Diana blinked. “Office? What office?”“I’m going to see Ethan at the office.”Diana’s expression changed instantly. “Oh…but why? Is something wrong?”“I really can’t explain much right now,” Maya said. “He forgot a very important file. I need to get it to him.”Maya tried to rush past her, but Diana gent

Last Updated : 2025-12-13

Chapter 30: This isn't over.

Xander reached the conference room just in time.The glass doors opened quietly, and Ethan lifted his gaze, then he noticed the familiar blue file in Xander’s hand.Xander walked straight to him, leaning down near his ear, “I’ve got the file.” He whispered.Ethan leaned closer. “You made it back fast.” “I didn’t. Maya brought it.”Ethan froze. For a brief moment, genuine surprise crossed his face. Maya? He hadn’t expected that. But he straightened immediately, cleared his throat, and masked everything behind his usual stone cold face.“Gentlemen,” Ethan said, sliding the file from Xander’s hand and placing it on the table, “thank you for your patience.”The investors’ representatives exchanged looks.“As requested,” Ethan continued calmly, “this is the original investor contract, including signatures, authentication seals, and transaction records. You’re free to examine every page.”He pushed the file forward.One of the men opened it, flipping through the pages carefully. Another le

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