บททั้งหมดของ Falling For The Billionaire’s Trap: บทที่ 1 - บทที่ 4

The brown envelope in my hands was already crumpled from being opened and closed too many times. Inside was my resume. By now, I had lost count of how many companies had looked at it, only to hand it back a few seconds later. “We’re not hiring.” “We’re looking for someone with experience.” “Sorry, but you’re not qualified.” The words repeated in my head as I dragged my exhausted feet through the crowded streets of S City. My stomach growled. The soles of my shoes ached. I had spent three days searching for work, yet I still hadn’t found a single opportunity. I knew my chances weren’t great since I never made it to college. After graduating high school, I was forced to give up my dream of continuing my studies when my mother passed away. My aunt took me in despite her family’s financial struggles. But while she accepted me wholeheartedly, I couldn’t say the same for everyone else. My uncle never hid the resentment in

“Ahhh!” I whipped around so fast that I almost tripped over my own feet, squeezing my eyes shut. “I-I’m sorry!” I blurted. “I didn’t know anyone was swimming!” The man didn’t answer. Then… I heard the sound of steady footsteps. Every step made my heartbeat pound even louder as he grew closer to me. After what seemed like an eternity, a deep voice finally broke the silence. “Who are you?” His voice was smooth and calm, yet there was an authority behind it that made me stand straighter without even realizing it. “I-I’m Cassandra!” I answered. Why did I say my full name? “I mean… Cassie! Well… people call me Cassie.” Cassie, stop talking! “I’m the new maid,” I rushed to explain. “Today’s my first day. I got lost looking for Colton and Elizabeth since I was hungry and wanted to eat and somehow ended up here.” Another moment of silence. Then he asked, “And care to explain why you are holding my swimming trunks?” My eyes flew open. I looked down at his trunks t