Alle Kapitel von Bound by Billion-Dollar Vows: Kapitel 1 – Kapitel 10

The bride smiled. The groom didn't. Flash after flash illuminated the grand ballroom of the Valencia Grand Hotel as cameras captured another union between two members of high society."Congratulations!""What a beautiful couple!""Smile, Mr. Villareal!" Natalie Ariana De Dios wore a breathtaking white gown that flowed gracefully around her feet. Her long crimson-red hair rested over one shoulder, perfectly styled, while the diamond ring on her finger sparkled beneath the chandeliers. She looked every bit the woman hopelessly in love, only she wasnt .Across from her stood Damian Villareal, heir to one of the country's oldest business families. He wasn't in love either. They exchanged a brief glance before facing the priest. "Do you, Damian Villareal, take Natalie Ariana De Dios to be your lawful wife?""I do.""And do you, Natalie Ariana De Dios, take Damian Villareal to be your lawful husband?""I do." The applause that followed echoed throughout the ballroom. To the guests, it

The atmosphere inside the executive boardroom of Hernaez Holdings Corporation was suffocatingly formal.Floor-to-ceiling glass walls overlooked the Makati skyline, while a twenty-foot walnut conference table seated the company's board of directors.No one dared to speak out of turn.Not when Luca Elios Hernaez was at the head of the table.His tailored charcoal suit was immaculate, his expression unreadable as he sat with one hand resting against his jaw.The presentation continued."...Based on the fourth quarter projections, our expansion in Southeast Asia is expected to increase our annual revenue by at least twelve percent."Marielle Fernandez, the company's Chief Financial Officer, clicked to the next slide."The projected operating cost—"Click."The acquisition timeline—"Click."...Mr. Hernaez?"Silence.Marielle frowned."...Sir?"Nothing.Every executive exchanged awkward glances.Luca wasn't listening.That much was obvious.Instead, he stared at his tablet, reading the sam

The receptionist, Shami looked up as the elevator doors opened."Ma'am Sasha."Sasha adjusted the sleeve of her beige blazer as she walked toward the lobby."Shami, did Jas already—"She stopped.There, seated comfortably on one of the black leather sofas in the reception area, was the last person she expected to still be there.Luca Elios Hernaez.One leg crossed over the other.Hands resting on the armrest.Completely unbothered.As if he owned the building.His executive assistant, Sebastian Cruz, stood a respectful distance behind him.Several employees stole discreet glances at the billionaire, whispering among themselves.Sasha sighed under her breath. "...Seriously?"Shami immediately stood from the reception desk."Ma'am.""I thought Mr. Hernaez already left."Shami gave her an apologetic smile."He refused."Sasha blinked. "...Refused?""Yes, ma'am. Although, I already informed him that Attorney Natalie resigned. He said he'll wait.""For what?"Shami lowered her voice. "For

Chapter 6For someone who had officially become unemployed...Natalie Ariana De Dios had somehow become the busiest person in the house.By eight in the morning, she'd already finished breakfast.By nine, she had all the dirty dishes washed and drying on the rack.By ten, she was vacuuming the living room while Laarni watched a Korean drama and dramatically commented on every scene."That guy's cheating.""Mom.""He is!""Focus on your drama.""I am."Natalie laughed, shaking her head.She hadn't realized how much she missed being home.Not as a guest.But as a daughter.As an older sister.As simply...Natalie.---By eleven, she found Migo sitting alone on the back porch.He still looked miserable.She quietly sat beside him.Neither of them spoke for a while.The afternoon bre

Dozens of skyscrapers stood proudly against the afternoon sky, while yellow taxis and streams of traffic crawled below like tiny moving pieces on a chessboard.Inside the twenty-seventh floor...Evangeline Victoria Hernaez—better known to everyone as Evie, Ms. Evie, Madam E.V.H—sat comfortably behind her desk, reviewing the latest investment portfolio."...Hmm." She scribbled a few notes before sliding the folder aside. "Tell Legal to revise Clause Twelve," she instructed her assistant, Millie through the intercom."Yes, Ms. Evie.""And move tomorrow's meeting with the London team to ten-thirty.""Done."A knock interrupted her."Come in."The office door opened.A tall woman in an elegant cream pantsuit stepped inside, carrying a Louis Vuitton handbag over one arm.Her sharp features resembled Luca's.Only softer.More approachable."Well..." Evie smiled. "To what do I owe the pleasure?"The woman rolled her eyes."I'm looking for our brother."Allysa Mariel Hernaez.The eldest daug