BILLIONAIRE’S SECOND WIFE
“Standing in a wedding dress meant for her sister, Naomi Hayes felt like an imposter.”
Shy, soft-spoken, and always overshadowed by her glamorous sister Charlotte, Naomi never imagined her life would take such a dramatic turn. When Charlotte vanishes to chase love and wealth, Naomi is forced into an arranged marriage with the cold and ruthless billionaire, Damian Cross—a man who makes it painfully clear that she is nothing but a poor substitute for the bride he truly wanted.
Thrown into Damian’s opulent but icy world, Naomi endures his disdain, her family’s relentless demands, and the whispers of betrayal that haunt their every interaction. Yet, beneath Damian’s ruthless exterior lies a storm of secrets and enemies, none more dangerous than Evan Reid—his greatest rival and the man Charlotte left with. Caught between two powerful men at war, Naomi becomes a pawn in a high-stakes game that threatens to destroy Damian’s empire and her fragile place in his life.
But as their lives collide in unexpected ways, Naomi discovers an unyielding strength she never knew she had. When passion and vulnerability crack Damian’s icy facade, Naomi begins to wonder if there’s more to him than meets the eye—or if she’s risking her heart for a man who may never truly love her.
What happens when betrayals come to light? When Naomi faces a choice between loyalty to her sister or the man who has both hurt and protected her?
To find out what happens next, read this gripping story of love, redemption, and resilience. Let the unexpected twists and unforgettable characters keep you turning the pages.
Baca
Chapter: Chapter 90: The Final Betrayal
“Damian, stop. Please, just think for a second.” Naomi’s voice trembled, but it was a controlled fear. I could see her trying to hold herself together, her eyes locked on mine as if she were the only thing keeping me grounded in this moment.I didn’t look at her, though. My focus was entirely on Richard and Julian. They stood at the far end of my office, the very men who had caused everything—the collapse of my empire, the betrayals, the lies. They thought they could outsmart me, that they could destroy me. But I wasn’t that man anymore. Not the one who allowed them to trample all over him.“I’m not the same man you betrayed, Richard,” I said, my voice low but filled with the icy edge that had become my trademark. “And this time, the game is over.”Richard’s eyes darted toward Julian, then back to me. I could see his composure faltering. “Damian, this is insane. You don’t have the power to do what you’re threatening.”I took a slow step forward, letting the weight of my presence crush
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Chapter: Chapter 89: Rising from the Ashes
"We're not finished yet," Damian said, his voice low but firm as he grasped my hand.I could feel the weight of his words in my chest. After all that had happened—the betrayals, the deceit, the lies—there was still something left in him. Something that hadn't been extinguished by the fire that had burned through his life, leaving nothing but ashes.I squeezed his hand, feeling the warmth of it, a stark contrast to the cold world we found ourselves in. "No matter how low we go," I whispered, my words barely audible but sincere. "I'm standing by you. We fight for each other, Damian. Always."For a moment, it felt like time stood still. The world outside of this small room, this fleeting moment of peace, could wait. I could feel the tension in the air around us, the weight of the storm closing in. But for now, it was just the two of us.Damian turned toward me, his gaze intense, as though searching for any trace of doubt in my words. There was none. I was resolute, unwavering."I can't l
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Chapter: Chapter 88: Falling from Grace
I could feel the tension in the air as soon as I stepped into the office, the weight of the situation pressing down on my chest. Damian stood by the window, his back to me, staring out at the city like he could will everything back into order. But the chaos, the downfall that had been brewing for weeks, was no longer just a distant possibility. It was here. His empire was crumbling, piece by piece."Damian," I said softly, stepping closer to him. "We can still fix this."He didn't respond. The stoic silence between us was deafening. I had seen him in control, ruthless, unyielding. But now? Now, he was broken. I could see it in his eyes. I could feel it in the way his shoulders sagged under the weight of his failure."You don’t get it, Naomi," he said, his voice low and edged with bitterness. "I’ve lost everything. The company is collapsing, the media's turned on me, and all of it—everything I built—is slipping through my fingers. There’s nothing left."His words hit me like a punch to
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Chapter: Chapter 87: The Lies We Live
"Damian, you need to hear me out." Richard’s voice cuts through the tension in the room, heavy with the weight of something unspoken. I can feel the air around me tighten as Richard finally speaks the words that have been hanging over us for so long. The truth, or whatever he’s calling it, is about to unfold in a way that could tear apart everything Damian has worked for.Damian’s jaw clenches, his face a mask of disbelief. He’s standing tall, but his eyes flicker with a vulnerability that’s so unlike him. This isn’t the cold, calculating billionaire I married—this is a man about to have his life upended.“What are you talking about, Richard?” Damian’s voice is low, almost threatening. But there’s an edge of fear there that he’s trying to mask.Richard’s eyes narrow, almost gleaming with triumph. “The truth, Damian. The one you’ve been running from your whole life.”I stand beside Damian, gripping his arm instinctively. His body stiffens, and I can feel the turmoil building within him
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Chapter: Chapter 86: The War Within the War
Olivia’s words hung in the air, her voice trembling slightly but resolute. “Richard’s been pulling the strings all along,” she said, meeting Damian’s eyes with an expression that mixed fear and regret. “He manipulated everyone—Julian, you, even me.”Damian’s grip on the back of his chair tightened, his knuckles turning white. He didn’t speak, just stared at her, trying to digest the shock of her revelation.“What do you mean?” Naomi’s voice was barely a whisper, but it was sharp with the urgency of the moment. She stood beside Damian, her hand reaching out to lightly touch his arm. It wasn’t just for comfort. She, too, was trying to understand. Trying to piece together the betrayal.Olivia exhaled, her shoulders slumping. “It wasn’t Julian who was after you all this time. Not really. Julian’s just a pawn. Richard’s been manipulating everything from behind the scenes.”Damian’s eyes narrowed. He was quick, calculating, but this was a move he hadn’t seen coming. “Richard’s been playing
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Chapter: Chapter 85: Betrayal from Within
Damian’s eyes never left the team gathered before him. His jaw clenched, the tension palpable in the room. Naomi stood at his side, her hand gently resting on his arm, offering what comfort she could, but even she could feel the gravity of the moment. We had been betrayed. Someone in our circle had given Julian the information he needed to find us. The question now was: who?I swallowed hard, trying to control the anxiety twisting in my stomach. Damian’s gaze swept over the room, his usual cold detachment now replaced by something darker. There was no trace of mercy in his eyes as he scanned the faces of his most trusted allies. Every one of them seemed guilty, their eyes avoiding his stare. I knew they were just as scared as I was, but none of them dared speak. The silence hung in the air like a thick fog.Damian's voice broke the tension, low and dangerous. "One of you is working with him. One of you leaked our location."I flinched at his words. My heart pounded in my chest, and a
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