All Chapters of BILLIONAIRE'S FORSAKEN WIFE RETURNS: His Fight For Redemptio: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

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CHAPTER THIRTY ONE

Declan sat in the middle of an important board meeting, listening to his executives discuss quarterly profits. His mind, however, kept drifting back to Seraphina. The first visitation had left a bitter taste in his mouth, but he refused to give up.His phone vibrated on the table. He glanced at it quickly and saw Octavia’s name. His heart jumped. He picked it up and read the message.“Pick up Seraphina from school today. My shift for today is tight. Don’t mess it up.”A small smile broke across Declan’s face. Excitement rushed through him like warm sunlight. Octavia was trusting him with their daughter, even if it was just for pickup. This was progress. Real progress. He quickly typed back a short reply.“On my way.”He stood up from his chair, buttoning his suit jacket. The executives looked at him in surprise.“Gentlemen, we’ll continue this tomorrow,” Declan said firmly. “Something important has come up.”Before anyone could ask questions, he grabbed his briefcase and walked out of

CHAPTER THIRTY TWO

“Declan, what the hell were you thinking?” Octavia shouted through the phone. Her voice was full of anger. “I trusted you with one simple thing — pick up our daughter and bring her to me. And you fucked it up completely!”Declan sat up straight in his chair, his heart sinking. “Octavia, what happened? Is Seraphina okay?"“Okay? No, she is not okay! Why did you give her so many sweets? She ate almost the whole bag. Now it’s 9pm and she is on a massive sugar rush. She is running around the house, jumping on the couch, singing at the top of her voice. She won’t sit still for even one minute. I have a shift at 3am, Declan. A critical shift. I need to sleep. But how can I sleep when my daughter is acting like she drank ten cans of soda?”Declan rubbed his forehead, guilt washing over him. “I’m sorry. I didn’t think it would be this bad. She looked so happy when I bought them. I just wanted to make her smile after the day.”“Make her smile?” Octavia laughed bitterly. “I gave you a chance an

CHAPTER THIRTY THREE

Octavia walked into the hospital with heavy steps, her mind still replaying the events of the previous night. When she woke up and saw herself in bed she was surprised how she got to her room and how the house was so quiet. When she saw Declan sleeping on the couch, she didn't need to be told he was the one that carried her to her room. Everything had left her feeling confused and annoyed. She pushed those thoughts away as she changed. Work always came first. She had patients who needed her sharp focus.The morning passed in a blur. Octavia moved from one patient to another, checking charts, giving orders, and answering questions from residents. By the time eight hours had gone by, her body felt drained. Her eyes were heavy and her shoulders ached from standing too long.“I need a quick rest,” she muttered to herself.She headed to the doctors’ on-call room, lay down on one of the narrow beds, and closed her eyes.A gentle knock on the door woke her up sometime later. She sat up slow

CHAPTER THIRTY FOUR

Weeks passed, and Declan has been consistent with his visitations. He showed up on time, brought a lot of gifts, and tried his best not to push Octavia too hard. Seraphina was slowly warming up to him, and even Octavia seemed a little less cold during their short exchanges. For the first time in a long time, Declan felt a spark of hope.That afternoon, he arrived at Seraphina’s school ten minutes early, as usual. He parked his car near the gate and waited with a small smile on his face. Today he planned to take her for ice cream after pickup. But as the children streamed out, he still didn’t see her familiar silver-streaked curls.Declan checked his watch. Ten minutes passed. His smile faded. He got out of the car and walked closer to the gate, scanning every face. No Seraphina.Panic began rising in his chest. He pushed through the school entrance and went straight to the front office.“Where is my daughter? Seraphina Lancaster. I’m here to pick her up. She’s not outside.”The secreta

CHAPTER THIRTY FIVE

Octavia was shocked to the bones because she clearly cannot remember talking to Seraphina any time today. So who was that woman and who did she call?"I only went with her because you told me to, Mommy. And she was nice. She bought me ice cream and said we could wait for you here. I thought it was okay.”Octavia glanced at Declan and Rowan who were equally shocked. She let out a breath “Listen to my Baby, never go with anyone unless Mommy, Daddy Rowan, Mr. Rothschild and your nanny. Even if they know my name and calls me on the phone, okay?”“Okay” Seraphina said in a small voice. “I'm sorry, Mommy.”Declan rubbed Seraphina’s back gently. “We’re not mad at you, princess. We were just very scared because we love you so much. Next time, you call one of us right away, okay?”Seraphina nodded and leaned into him. “Okay. I promise.”Rowan crouched down. “You did good telling the truth. But from now on, no going anywhere with strangers. Deal?”“Deal,” Seraphina whispered.They drove back to

CHAPTER THIRTY SIX

By 7pm, Declan arrived at Octavia’s apartment with three bags full. He knocked on the door, his heart beating fast. Octavia opened the door. She looked relaxed in a simple sweater and leggings. “Come in,” Declan stepped inside and smiled when he saw Seraphina running toward him. “Daddy!” Seraphina shouted happily. “You came!”Declan set the bags down and caught her in a big hug, lifting her off the ground. “Of course I came, princess. I brought lots of good things for our movie night.”Seraphina peeked into the bags with wide eyes. “Popcorn! And chocolate! Mommy, look what Daddy brought!”Octavia watched them from the kitchen and forced a small smile. "But no sugar overload tonight" Declan chuckled. “I brought some strawberries and grapes so we have healthy options too and a new set of pajamas for you, princess”"Really?! Can I see them?" Seraphina bounced on her feet in excitement.Declan took it out and the little girl beamed so brightly "Oh my God. Mommy, they're so pretty! Can I

CHAPTER THIRTY SEVEN

Octavia closed the door behind him, leaning her back against it as she let out a long, trembling breath. Her heart was still racing. No, she cannot let her guard around Declan, not even for one bit. What happened was a mistake and she'll make sure it never happens again.On getting home, Declan dropped his keys on the counter and poured himself a glass of whiskey. He sat on the couch in the dark, staring at the city lights through the floor-to-ceiling windows. His mind replayed the moment again and again — how close they had been, the warmth of her breath against his lips. He could still feel her lips even if it had only been for a split second.If only she didn't push him away. But at least it meant something. Maybe, just maybe, he still has a chance.He took out his phone and died his secretary's number."Hello, Sir?" "What's the update on the investigation?" "We are yet to find out who the woman is, Sir. The footage from the school didn't show her face and we've tried matching he

CHAPTER THIRTY EIGHT

“Stay down!” Declan shouted, “Get low and don’t move!”Octavia pulled Seraphina tightly against her chest, covering the little girl’s head with her arms. Her heart hammered violently. “Seraphina, baby, stay still. Mommy’s got you. Don’t look up. Just breathe, okay?”Seraphina started crying, her small body shaking. “Mommy, what’s happening? Why are they shooting? I’m scared!”Another shot cracked through the air, this one much closer. The bullet slammed into the side of the car they were hiding behind with a loud metallic ping. Glass from a nearby window shattered and rained down around them.Declan pressed his body over both of them, shielding them as best he could. “They’re targeting us,” he said through gritted teeth. “That last shot was aimed right at where we were standing. This isn’t random. Someone wants us dead.”Octavia’s eyes blazed with a mix of terror and fury. She held Seraphina even tighter. “Who the hell would do this? Declan… we have to get out of here right now!”More

CHAPTER THIRTY NINE

The apartment felt suffocating, every shadow outside the window making Octavia’s skin crawl. She paced the living room, arms wrapped tightly around her middle. Two armed guards stood just outside the front door, yet the place no longer felt like home. It felt like a cage.Declan leaned against the wall near the window, phone pressed to his ear as he spoke in low, voice to his security team. His presence grated on Octavia's nerves. Every time he glanced her way with that protective look, fresh anger surged through her chest. Because this was never part of her life. Endangering her daughter's life was the last thing she wanted in this whole mess.A sharp knock sounded at the door. Octavia froze. Declan straightened instantly, hand moving toward his side.One of the guards checked and opened the door slightly. “It’s Rowan Calloway, ma’am. She said he is your colleague.”Before Octavia could say anything, Rowan pushed past the guard and stepped inside. His eyes swept the room, landing imm

CHAPTER FORTY

Rowan slouched in the armchair, shooting death glares at Declan every few minutes. Octavia’s stomach growled loudly. She sighed, rubbing her temples. “Are you two going to keep staring daggers at each other all night, or can we eat something? I haven’t had anything since lunch.”Rowan sat up straighter, a smug look crossing his face. “I’ll handle it, Octavia. I know you like my pasta. Give me ten minutes and I’ll make something decent. Better than whatever this guy would burn.”Declan turned slowly from the window, eyes narrowing. “Pasta? Really? At a time like this you think eating pasta would help calm her down?.”Rowan laughed mockingly. “Oh please. You probably have chefs do everything for you in that fancy penthouse. When was the last time you touched a stove without burning the place down? Stay out of my way, Rothschild. Octavia knows who actually shows up for her.”“Shows up?” Declan stepped closer, glaring at him “Right now isn't the time for that Calloway. I’m here now, fixing

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