All Chapters of Despised By My Billionaire Husband : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

It's just dinner, but why is my heart pounding so loud? Aldwin fixed an amazed stare as I walked down the grand staircase. His eyes held both desire and questions.“You look stunning,” he said as I sat down.“Thank you.” I blushed red. My lips curved into a disbelieving smile, my eyes crinkling at the corners.“You have good taste.” He added, “That was my favourite amongst the dresses.” I blushed even harder at his compliment.And that was it. That was the entire conversation; we ate in silence. He cast a questioning look at me every few seconds. He had barely finished the food on his plate when Bernado stepped into the dining hall again, his steps calculated and steady till he got close enough to Aldwin.“Mrs. Ellison just arrived. She asks after you.” Bernard said in that firm tone I was starting to get used to.“Where is she now?” Aldwin asked, wiping his mouth with a napkin as he stood.“She’s waiting in the main suite.” Aldwin turned to leave, then looked at me, o“Go back upst

I was amazed at the sight of the luxury dresses on Mannequins. I caught incredulous stares from the workers, a subtle reminder that I was now famous. I hadn’t seen many nice comments about me since the news broke. They didn’t like the fact that their revered billionaire sweetheart was marrying a nobody. It sucks to be a nobody. “Hellooo…” I turned on, hearing the pip-squeaked voice from behind me. It was Danees herself. She seemed more excited to meet me than I was to meet her. It gave me relief. “I can’t believe I finally get to meet you in person.”“You are most welcome.” She said, taking my hand and leading me into her office, away from prying eyes. It was a spacious space, with her desk tucked in a corner, while the rest of the room was filled with half-finished designs draped over mannequins. “We have been quite busy for your sake. Every ounce of our energy lately has been funnelled into your project,” She arched her brow, her lips curling into a sly smirk, one that screamed

Ray led me towards the far edge of the office, while Aldwin watched silently from his desk. As Ray tapped a thumbprint scanner, circled in a faint blue glow on the stainless coating, the wall split open before us. I gasped out of shock, not expecting that. We stepped onto the platform. Ray looked back at Aldwin and gave a go- ahead nod. Just then, a female automated voice echoed, "Access granted." The glass door slid open, lights illuminating the suite in an instant.Ray gestured me inside, handing over the same garment bag Danees had given him earlier. "I'll be out here. If you need anything, give me a call," he said, stepping back as the glass door slid shut behind me. I exhaled slowly, trying to absorb it all. I really should start getting used to this life, I thought. It was a high-end luxurious suite, away from home. Aldwin was literally living the billionaire lifestyle. Every detail was breathtaking, the decor was extraordinary: with the masculine, yet refined feel of matching

I had looked forward to this moment; I had imagined countless times what his lips would taste like. I shut my eyes in anticipation, leaning forward for that kiss, but it happened so quickly I almost didn't notice it. What? Was that it? That wasn't a real kiss, I thought. It was a peck. I'll call it that. Now, I questioned myself again. Was this a good decision? Was it my way out, of…Whatever I was escaping from? Or if I was only making the worst decision of my marital life? Or the worst decision of my life? I rubbed two fingers across my lips, still writhing in my thoughts, and surprisingly, still craving for his lips. “Congratulations, Mr and Mrs Aldwin.” The judge's voice pulled me out of my daze. He extended a handshake to Aldwin, then patted me on the shoulder with a consoling smile. Was he sensing something I’d failed to? Or something I had chosen to ignore? “Get the car ready; we are on our way out,” Aldwin said, placing a call to Ray through his AirPods. The le

"I should have listened to Aldwin and gone straight to the house.” I blabbered, finally finding my phone from beneath the tangled sheets. Ray had left me countless missed calls and messages. “We should get going already, Mr Aldwin will be there soon,” Ray said, pushing the bedroom door ajar. “What?” I was startled. “When did he get in??” I mouthed to Lisa, still in shock. “Let me quickly pick a few things…” “Everything you might need will be provided. We are running out of time, and you still need to get dressed.” Ray cut in, his tone edged with urgency. “Okay…okay. Let's go,” I said quickly, following him out. “See you later!” I called back, waving at Lisa as I dashed out. "Break a leg!" she yelled back. "Only if it's not mine." she added. Silly Lisa, I laughed. Ray drove faster than I've ever seen him do. Sarah stood at the front of the mansion, anxiously waiting for my arrival. As soon as Ray stopped the car, she rushed forward and opened my door. “Ma’am, we need t