All Chapters of Billionaire's Regret: His Ex-Wife Returns From The Dead: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

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THE NEW WOMAN

MELLOW.“We’re eleven weeks pregnant!” the bitch squeals, exalted by cheers from everyone.Zeath showing up at the Lupin family’s dinner with his ex-girlfriend is insulting. And I can’t believe my eyes as I gaze at them standing at the head of the table.He doesn’t explain himself. Nobody else does. But they know what the heck’s going on and are hell-bent on leaving me in the dark.It crosses my mind to remove myself from the situation. However, instead of doing that, I blurt out, “Zeath, babe, what’s going on?”The man ignores me. Now I’m just sitting where I am, eyes stuck on him as he pulls out a seat for his ex before sitting beside her.She softly bumps her shoulder against his, then watches as he dishes food for her.I want to believe it’s a prank. And I’m waiting for someone to say, ‘Got ya!’Can someone please tell me what is going on? I can’t be the only one who’s curious, right?Except, I am. No one seems to mind. They’re all absorbed in the moment, acting like it’s normal.

HE MARRIED A TROLL

The dinner dragged on for the sake of my misery.But I did my best to hold a stiff expression, leaving as soon as we were dismissed, mostly to avoid whining in the Lupins’ sorry faces.Another reason is so that I could be home earlier to watch from the torment of my window whether Zeath would bring the bitch back home.I only now grasp the last string of trust I have in him to think he wouldn't.I mean, he should consider better than to treat me in such a manner, even though his recent actions have dipped my dignity in shit.As I entered my vehicle, I caught him opening his car door for his prat. And he didn't glance my way one second before joining her and zooming off.Surely, the dust from his tires settling on my windshield was a petty move forcing me to savor my shame.“Take me home,” I told my driver, who stared at me rather pitifully through the rearview mirror.I didn't ask for pity and won't, though I'm quick to cry, which is seen as a weakness or, in some cases, blackmail.Ev

WHERE IT BEGAN

He never kissed me good morning, nor did I see him again.Days later, and I have no fucking clue where to start my revenge. All I do is sit by the window for hours to calculate how long it'll take Zeath to return home.No matter how many texts and calls I bombard him with, he doesn't reply. It's like I've become a ghost to him.And sometimes, I wonder how I let myself be fooled. How did I not put two and two together?Or I've just been paying no attention.Back in high school, I liked Zeath.I had this huge crush on him—that was years ago. He always had Yolie in his arms, but I just didn't mind her, especially since bitching ran in her blood.I wore my pride like a coat and pretended not to see Zeath, ignoring him whenever we met instead of gaping at him.I may even be the only one who never gave him the satisfaction of being an idol, as he was that senior every girl wanted to date.A little over three years ago, I saw my dream come true when he started to get close to my family.He s

AN EMPTY SHELL

Oasis looks at me like she's seen a monster jump into her boat. “You want to kidnap a pregnant woman.” She blinks in confusion and disbelief. “Zeath's girlfriend?"I huff. “Skip mentioning the last part for the sake of our friendship. And I won't harm her. I only need to teach Zeath a lesson or two.”“You think he won't find her? He has eyes everywhere.”“Yeah, sure he does. But the thing is, he won't be searching in the right place. Zeath thinks I'm a softie and all about whining for my dreams to come true. He doesn't know that when a Fanning puts their mind to something, they get it done. One way or another.”Oasis lets out a huge sigh—it sounds shaky as if she's scared of Zeath rather than frustrated by me. “Oh, fuck me, Mells,” she groans. “I'm gonna be roasted like a witch if I'm discovered. And you, you might actually turn up dead.”I smile. “You'll die first if you don't get your ass working.”“Ugh! Stay here. You move an inch, the hospital swallows you. You hear me?”I nod.Oa

DID YOU FIND THE BAD GUY?

ZEATH.“I'm at the hospital, hon, for an ultrasound,” Yolie says through the phone as I return from the restroom.I sit behind my office desk, watching Beavan set some files on it. “We didn't discuss that yet, my love.”“Yes, yes, I'm aware.” Yolie sighs. “I'm sorry. I just... I nearly died of curiosity.”“You know it doesn't matter the baby's gender, right?” I ask. Yolie falls silent. “You there, love?”She still doesn't reply, so my fingers count each second on the desk till she finally does. “It's easy to say until your brother closes in.”I frown. “East has no claim."“He has two sons. And the company doesn't favor women much.”She isn't far from the truth, yet my brother won't dare me unless Vietili pokes his ass for the umpteenth time.“Stay in the hospital, love. My work here will finish in an hour. Tell your doctor to get you whatever you want. And ensure you don't stress much.”“I'm not stressing at all, though I'm worried that staying in the hospital isn't safe. East gets in

DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILY

MELLOW.“This yours?” I ask Yolie when I thrust the result in front of her face.She stretches her neck to peer at it comically before looking away to rest her head against the wall behind her.“I forgot for a moment your bestie was a senior doctor,” she says calmly. “Should have gotten rid of that one too.”“Don't you touch Oasis,” I warn.“Well, tell that to Zeath.” Yolie chuckles.“If you keep that up, you might never see him again. And, oh, I know how vicious he can be, so do not remind me.” I head for the door, standing on the threshold. “Let's find out how much this will benefit me, shall we?”Yolie doesn't spare me a glance as I lock the door again before leaving for Mama Tia's place.Ushered into the small, dim-lit living room, I'm not shocked to find Mrs. Lupin sitting upright with legs crossed on one of the cream-colored couches.The woman irritates me. Her attitude is daunting. Perfect with her dirty stares and smokes like she could lose her sticks the next day.Her face is

I CAN'T HOLD BACK

Our mansion’s rear overlooks a warehouse.As glass is the wall on two sides of our matrimonial room, we can see half the house’s front and half its back.I often stared at the warehouse, sitting in my favorite leather chair and sipping hot or cold milk, depending on the weather. But I’ve never been inside it since I didn’t think it was important.Except now.Zeath brought me into it. And, as I thought, there’s nothing much to it: just darkness and echoes of the slightest sound.For hours now, I’ve also been waiting for Zeath to break the silence. He doesn’t. But he’s here. His scent lingers, and so do the echoes of his footsteps whenever he moves an inch or two.Fear dominates me now instead of the tears I shed at Mama Tia’s place. Each minute that ticks by with me here makes me scared to my livers.I’m not used to the dark. I was never tossed into one either.Darkness reminds me of stories that spread around the globe—of Gratfiend Lupin’s savagery—how he killed people in the most bru

BREATHE, MELLOW

“Oh, boy. It’s punishment to hold back, don’t you think?” I drawl, taking cautious steps toward Zeath. Standing in front of him, I slowly unbutton his shirt before closing in to kiss his chest. “I need you to succumb to your pleasure...” I blow the sleeping hairs on it. “...and mine.”Zeath grunts as I struggles to take the shirt off his ripped torso. He’s looking down at me through narrowed eyes charged with temptation. And now his bare body, the sweat rolling down his tan skin, coupled with the defined muscles of his face and neck, would sooner drive me mad with lust.Or they already have.My hands cup his face like tiny strokes on a beautiful stone, feeling his soft stubble down to his long neck. His collarbones are clear-cut. They give way to his broad shoulders, arms, forearms, and thick wrists, which I grab.“Will you derive comfort by doing it yourself?” I ask.Zeath moves his left hand while my right fingers still clasp around the wrist. He slides it into his boxers, and I wa

SOME SHARDS FOR MY HEART

Zeath pats my head, letting me rest my jaw on his palm. He remains silent as he stands properly with me in his arms before heading outside the warehouse. It’s dark already, and there are slight traces of a storm. Hopefully, it won’t meet us while we’re still down here.“Up there, what do you see?” Zeath jerks his head upward, and I squint my eyes into the dark to stare at the glass windows.“Our matrimonial… room?” I respond hesitantly.Zeath huffs a smile, looking at me. “You’re shaking. How do you feel?”I didn’t know about that. But… “Optimistic,” I say anyways. The man cocks his head before I whisper, “scared.” That’s pure honesty. I am scared.He draws his face close and pecks my lips. “I want you to keep your eyes above you.” He jerks his head toward the windows again. “I have an encouraging surprise for you.”Zeath gently lets me stand before leading me into a small glass cube attached close to the warehouse exit. When he tries to walk away, I hold him by the arm. “How abou

ZEATH'S POV

ZEATH.“How about Yolie?” Mellow asks, her soft and pure eyes divulging all that there is in her mind. Fear. She’s terrified—of me, of what I could do. If only she knew what really awaits her; and it’s not the divorce papers she may be expecting. Of course, she’s going to live each day thinking I may serve her divorce papers. But she won’t see what’s coming.“I… will take care of her…” I couldn’t complete that sentence. I wouldn’t want to ruin the surprise now, would I?She keeps looking at me with innocence in her eyes. But maybe it’s why I despised her in the first place. I’ve not always inclined to those who look guiltless. No one is ever not guilty—that’s what I think. And I hate it when some people can mask their sins. Yolie has a mild face, her attitude however says different. Unlike Mellow, she shows what she really is. But if anyone told me Mellow would do what she did to her, I wouldn’t believe, as her pure looks are deceiving, as well as her character.Arriving at my ma

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