All Chapters of The Billionaire in oily-stained hands : Chapter 11

Chapter 11 Fafane If I hadn’t lived this life before, I would have believed every word that came out of Henry’s mouth. “You’re quiet tonight,” he said as he poured himself a glass of wine. “I’ve had a long day.” I tiredly said. He smiled with practiced ease. “I’ve been thinking about the wedding.” There it was, the reason for tonight’s dinner. My father looked up from his plate. “Finally. It’s about time you two set a date.” Henry reached across the table and gently took my hand. “I was thinking sometime this fall.” I forced a small smile. “I’ll think about it.” His fingers tightened around mine for the briefest second before he let go. Anyone else would have missed it, but I didn't because I know it wasn't asking; he was trying to pressure me. The old me would have mistaken it for excitement, but now the new me recognized control. As dinner continued, I found myself doing something I had never done before. Watching, not Henry, my eyes found my dear sister T