All Chapters of Married to the Billionaire ceo: twins involved: Chapter 21 - Chapter 29

The Vance Industries office was sleek, modern, and intimidating.Daniel Hartley sat in the conference room, his hands clasped tightly on the table. Across from him sat Jennifer Walsh, Julian Vance's senior partnerships director, flanked by two lawyers who hadn't stopped smiling since he'd walked in."Mr. Hartley," Ms. Walsh said, sliding a document across the table. "Mr. Vance is pleased to move forward with the partnership. These are the terms."Daniel picked up the document, his eyes scanning the pages quickly.His heart skipped."This is... incredibly generous," he said, looking up. "Vance Industries is offering full capital investment? No equity requirement?"Ms. Walsh's smile was polished. "Mr. Vance sees potential in Moore's Enterprises. He believes in second chances."Daniel's mind was racing. This was... unbelievable. Julian Vance, one of the most powerful men in Los Angeles, was offering to save his company without taking a single percent of equity.It was a miracle."What do

The Grand Ballroom of the Beverly Hills Hotel was glittering.Crystal chandeliers cast soft light over the crowd of Los Angeles's elite. Designers, CEOs, investors, and influencers mingled over champagne and hors d'oeuvres, all dressed in their finest.This was the event of the season. The annual Tech & Innovation Gala. And Elena Moore had been invited.Elena hadn't wanted to come."I'm not a gala person, James," she'd argued that morning. "I'd rather stay home and work on the quarterly reports."James had fixed her with a look. "Elena, you've been working nonstop for weeks. You need to get out. Network. Breathe.""I breathe fine at my desk," she'd muttered.But James had already bought her dress. A stunning emerald green gown that hugged her curves and made her skin glow. He'd arranged for hair and makeup. Had even coordinated with her assistant to clear her schedule."You're going," he'd said firmly. "And you're going to enjoy it."So here she was.Hair swept up in an elegant chigno

Elena hadn't noticed the black car across the street.She'd been too busy laughing at Leo's attempt to climb the tree, too focused on making sure Lucas didn't fall off the swing, too distracted by James's terrible jokes about the grocery shopping."Mommy, look!" Leo shouted, hanging upside down from a branch. "I'm a monkey!""I see, baby!" Elena called back, smiling. "But please don't fall!"Lucas, more cautious, was pumping his legs on the swing, trying to go higher. "Mommy, push me!"Elena walked over, giving him a gentle push. "Higher?""Higher!" he demanded.She laughed, pushing him again. "Okay, but don't go too high."James came out of the house, wiping his hands on a dish towel. "Lunch is ready. I made grilled cheese."Elena's stomach growled. "You're a lifesaver. I'm starving."The boys came running, both of them grabbing James's hands."Daddy, can we have fries with that?" Leo asked.James's face softened. "If your mom says yes."Both boys turned to Elena, their eyes wide and

Julian's hands were shaking.The envelope sat on his desk, unopened. The lab had called an hour ago, their voice professional but urgent."Mr. Vance, the results are ready. We... we recommend you review them in person."Now he was here. Alone. His office dark except for the desk lamp.He picked up the envelope.Tore it open.Pulled out the single sheet of paper.And read the words that changed everything.Probability of Paternity: 99.99%They were his.Leo and Lucas.His sons.Elena's children.His children.Julian's chest burned with emotion. Happiness. Rage. Hurt. All of it swirling together until he couldn't breathe.She'd known.She'd known they were his.And she'd kept them from him.For four years.Four years of first steps. Of first words. Of birthdays and bedtimes and everything he'd missed.Because she'd decided he didn't deserve to know.His hands clenched into fists.This wasn't over.This was just the beginning.Naomi's plan had been simple.Hire someone to grab Elena. Dru