All Chapters of The Billionaire’s Wife Returns From The Dead : Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

Briar’s POV“Briar,” Melissa called my name in her soft voice. The motherly tone to the sound of it made my heart tighten painfully. “W…what….how did you find me?” I stuttered, eyes darting around the hallway in hope that Adrian would pop out to say he sent his mother over. She cleared her throat lightly. “He doesn’t know I am here. I had to find you myself.” She spoke up. “Briar is everything okay?” Rissa paused abruptly behind me. “Who is she?” She whispered in my ear. “Briar’s mother-in-law,” Melissa replied, her face giving off no emotion and I felt an aching thump in my chest. “Oh. I will just head in. Let me know when you need me.” Rissa mumbled before scurrying off. I wish she was bold enough to stay with me. I am a bit short of words. “I…” My words faltered. She let out an impatient sigh. “If you don’t want me to come in, I will understand. Maybe we could go out to any cafe nearby and sit there to talk. I am sorry for barging into your home without prior notice. I just

Adrian’s POVI hesitated by the door, having a run-through of the things that I should say. But none seemed to be sticking at the moment. The DNA test result came in, it only affirmed what was already known. As for the news that had been spread, when we got to find the perpetrator, he seemed to have escaped. It feels suspicious which is why I intend to pursue the case. But Briar doesn’t need to know that, I don’t want her already failing trust in me to go deep down the drain again. Taking a deep breath, I raised my hand to press on the doorbell, but it opened up before I could. Briar cursed loudly when our eyes met. Without saying a word, she turned her back to me and pulled the door closed. “Briar?” I called out as she walked past me. “Briar, can we talk please?” “What do you want?” She snapped while standing in front of the elevator. “Didn’t you already get the result? Why are you here? To claim custody?” I ran my hands through my hair in frustration. “I will never do such a thi

Author’s POV“Is there anything you think I can use to pacify him? I didn’t mean to sideline him.” Briar said on the other end of the phone. Rissa looked over at Liam’s hunched back as he gulped down his beer. “Don’t bother, Briar. He will be fine. Just ensure you are good. I will talk to you later. Send my kisses to Knox.” “Thank you.” She muttered. Rissa tucked the phone in her pocket when the line went dead and continued cutting up the watermelon she intended to serve Liam. Seeing how troubled he looked made her heavy-hearted. And it hurts badly that he refuses to see anything other than what he has fixated his eyes on. For a long time, she had hoped things would move forward between them. One of the reasons she made attempts to also be better in her craft. Not leaving his side wasn’t a lack of option. She was just fine being there. When she knew her feelings weren’t shallow was the moment his heart chose the one she now considers a sister and she was willing to remain on the s

Briar’s POVA long breath escaped my nostrils as I stepped into the building. It seems my fate is tied to the Sterlings, no matter how hard I try to break free from them. “There she is.” Rissa’s cheerful voice pulled me out of my thoughts as she wrapped her arm around mine. “Good morning. I was hoping you didn’t suddenly change your mind.” I laughed lightly, “I realized I didn’t have much insurance or savings to stay back home for too long. So I am here to get the check.” I winked. “That's right. Let’s get the bag.” We both laughed entering the elevator. The door had barely closed when my phone rang out noisily. I searched my bag for it and cursed inwardly at the caller. Seeing as it's unknown it is probably my mother. “Is something bothering you?” Rissa inquired I silenced the phone, tucking it in my bag while shaking my head. “It’s nothing to be bothered about.” “Alright.”“How was your weekend?” I asked to ease the sudden awkwardness. A sneaky grin crossed her face. “Splend

Briar’s POV“Oh, Mrs Sterling. Good afternoon.” Anita beamed at me causing me to halt my steps. “What did you just call me?” I asked. Her smile faded. “I only just found out. I am sorry if I crossed the line.” I sighed, “I don’t know what you heard or found, please just stick to Miss Smith. We are not together.” “Noted.” “Is he in?” “Yes.” “Thank you,” I mumbled, heading into Adrian’s office. “Why did you ask your secretary to call me by your name?” I queried on entering the office. He didn’t look up from the file he was flipping through. “You are my wife after all. She only did what was expected of her.” “We are not together, Adrian.” “Not together doesn’t mean we aren’t still married.” “That's quite the joke.” I hissed. Adrian raised his head, holding my gaze. “We aren’t divorced.” “Yet.” I seethed. He chuckled to himself and hummed. “Sure. Whatever you say. Why are you here? We don’t have a meeting.” I cleared my throat awkwardly at the question. Remembering why I ca