NOT SO FAST, MR BILLIONAIRE
“Any conversation we're going to be having is going to be in the four corners of my wall and after that, I'd love and appreciate it if you forgot my name, home address and social security number— if you have that, of course.”
“Cute,” he laughs and then winces when I open the drink can with a pop. I raise a brow at him, urging him to continue and then take a sip of my drink as I wait patiently. “ Contrary to what you may think, I'm not here to hurt you or whatever it is you're thinking —”
“No shit.”
“I'm here to offer you a deal. One I know you wouldn't be able to refuse.”
“Sure, Professor Xavier.” This is getting fun and it's the most fun I've had in a few days.
“Marry me.”
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I had a one night stand with a handsome, enigmatic stranger. It was drunk decision; one I promised myself never to indulge in.
Putting aside my regret, I continue with life and the trials it keeps throwing my way. As a girl used to surprises, what I don't expect is seeing this stranger from months ago at my doorstep and offering me a deal I can't seem to refuse: a marriage contract in exchange for my biggest wishes to be fulfilled.
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Chapter: 7. NOT SO WONDERFUL ENCOUNTER“Oh, the mystery girl,” his mother says with a smile and before I can process, she comes up to me, pulling me in for a hug. “It's a pleasure to finally meet you.”Oh. This is not what I expected. In the movies we watch, wealthy mothers actually act like everyone's beneath them, and after Mackenzie and Angel made me watch reruns of our favourite Korean shows, they'd engraved it in my head once again not to expect much.This however… is more than much. So much that it makes my heart gallop.She pulls away from me, that smile still on her face. “Jordan won't stop talking about you, honey, and I had to threaten him to bring you over fast. Now I get why he's been gatekeeping you. You are so gorgeous.”I let out an embarrassed laugh, tucking a strand of my hair behind my ear. That's nice of her, but I know she's lying for my sake. I don't need a mirror to know that I look fatigued and depressed. It doesn't help either that Jordan didn't even give me a chance to go home and change and apply
Last Updated: 2025-02-18
Chapter: 6. MEET THE FAMILY "Mum, are you hungry?” I ask my mother as I unload the dozens of groceries I got her.It's been almost two weeks now since I accepted Jordan Smith's deal, and I must say life has been a lot easier. The next day after I called him, as a way to honor his part of the deal, he credited my account with so much money that I had to wipe my eyes thrice to be sure I was counting the figures.Two million dollars, I'd seen and I'd gaped at him and then told him I couldn't possibly accept this gift to which he simply shrugged and commented: “ there's more where that came from, Arabella. Take it.” And so I did, and boy, is life so much easier now.“Where did you get money for all of these?” Mum asks, eyeing the groceries like the plague. “Uhhh …” I tuck a strand of hair behind my ear. “Well, you see, mum, I got lucky. A friend— an old friend I helped a long time ago gave me a little something.”Mum raises an eyebrow. “Really? Did he also move me into this new hospital and covered my treatment bil
Last Updated: 2025-02-06
Chapter: 5. OFFER ACCEPTEDHoly… pregnant cow.Did I just hear him right or are my ears playing a fool on me? My billionaire handsome one night stand just asked me to marry him. My eyes wander across the four corners of my room, searching for some hidden cameras, because this has to be some kind of prank.“I'm sorry, what?” I whisper. He takes steps closer to me, his expression more serious than I've ever seen them. “Marry me, Arabella Rose Chase.”I don't know what makes me stagger back — the fact that this isn't a dream or that he knows my full name. “How did you—”He offers me a small smile. “Unfortunately, I have done a lot of research about you over the past week to the point of it being unhealthy and I know. I know how much you're willing to sacrifice your youth for your mother to get her medical bills. I know how much of a fighter you are. I know how loyal you are to the ones you love, and right now, I am here, in your personal space asking you to marry me in exchange for you to let me fight the battles
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Chapter: 4. DEAL WITH THE STRANGERWhat the hell is he doing here? No, wait a minute, how the hell did he even get in here or know where I live or my freaking name or—A gasp breaks out of me and my first instinct is to run. Before I can think better of it, my legs carry me of their own accord and I'm already turning on my heels and making a beeline to the door.“I wouldn't do that if I were you.” Again, that damn deep seductive voice. I've always been a sucker for those kind of voices— the type that makes you swoon, and wet and all achy. Like an aphrodisiac.I halt with a mental groan as I try to get my emotions in check and then turn back to him with a death glare. “How the heck did you get into my house, Mister?” I shake my head with a scoff. “No, I think the better question is how did you even know where I'm living? Are you stalking me?”I can't even begin to imagine the possibility that he is stalking me. I wouldn't be surprised though. I seem to have a knack for always collecting insufferable men like infinity
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Chapter: 3. UNIVITED VISITOR“Okay, before you start with the twenty questions, I just want to let you know that the only reason I didn't tell you about Eric was because I didn't want to implicate your situation,” I start to defend myself to which mum is silent. I've grown up with Nicole Chase (who happens to be my mother) to know that when she's silent, it's not a good look. She's either mad, upset, thinking or plotting your demise. For my sake, I hope it's not the latter. “When did you find out?” She finally asks me in a calm, half whisper. I almost do not hear her. “That Eric was cheating?” Taking a deep breath, I occupy the seat Eric once occupied and take her pale, frail hand in mine. Holding on to her is another proof that I'm going to lose my mother and that reminder makes me want to break down right now but I hold the tears back for her sake. One of us has to be strong. “Last week,” I tell her. “I found him with a Nicole Kidman — in looks— wannabe as she was blowing the last sense out of the idiot
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Chapter: 2. EXES AND GOODBYES“You did what?”“Banged a handsome, despicably rich stranger, she said,” Mackenzie answers Angel for me with a smirk.I scowl at her. I didn't say anything about the stranger being rich, but it's undeniable that he was rich. That hotel room that glittered like gold is enough proof that there is no way a regular person could afford that. Also, there was some kind of air of power her exuded. Like a man who was used to commanding, who had power and was not worried or afraid to use it.“Okay, back up,” I start to argue. “I never said anything about the stranger being ‘despicably rich’. I just said he was handsome and looks like he is rich.”“Well, for your sake, I hope he was,” she mumbles taking a sip of her champagne. Obviously I missed out on her daughter's baptism, and after hours of relentless begging, Mackenzie said I'd have to bribe them with girl's night out. I know that was just a way for her to have an excuse to leave the house before she goes crazy. I don't blame her though. P
Last Updated: 2025-01-20
THE RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE'S BRIDE
“Hmm.” Luca lowered himself, his groin making contact with mine. He brought his nose to my hair and sniffed, letting out an appreciative moan. “Roses. I like it.”
“Luca…” his name came out as a moan when he nibbled my ear. “Don't hurt Matt, please.”
He looked at me with an indescribable look. “And what are you willing to give me in return for sparing your lover's life?”
I gaped at him in surprise. He knew? That Matt was my ex boyfriend? “How did you…”
He shook his head with a humorless laugh. “You wound me, honey. I know a lot of things. I just choose not to say it.”
“I haven't threatened to kill you in your sleep, have I?” I asked, then let out a defeated sigh when he raised a brow in disbelief at me. “Fine. What do you want in return?”
He stared down at me for one… two… five seconds and then said, “I'd like to watch you come undone. With my tongue.”
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Born into a family of generational tradition, Ariadne has a duty to uphold. She has been engaged to part of the society's son Santiago Russo since birth. Never having met or talked to her fiancè, she's accepted her fate that she could never be married to the one her heart wants.
On the day of her debut, she is hit with an avalanche of shock when she discovers after an unforseen circumstance that Santiago won't be the one marrying her, but his Uncle, Luca Russo, the infamous, ruthless, billionaire bachelor in New York will be the one she will be tying the knot with.
Caught between accepting her new fate or rebelling, Ariadne learns that there's nowhere to escape the beast and the only way to survive is abiding by his rules.
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Chapter: CHAPTER FIFTEEN—CONFESSIONSThe next morning, I woke to the sound of birds chirping outside the window, the soft light filtering through the blinds. I groaned, rubbing her eyes as I tried to shake off the remnants of sleep. The warmth from the car ride was still lingering, but my mind was filled with memories of the previous day. I had managed to get through the dinner with Luca’s family, and despite my initial discomfort, I felt... different. It wasn’t the kind of ease I’d expected, but maybe it was a start.Rolling out of bed, I stretched my arms over my head, letting the cool air of the room settle on my skin. Today was going to be a good day, I could feel it. As I made my way to the bathroom, I caught a glimpse of herself in the mirror. My hair was mussed, but aside from that, I looked well rested. My eyes lingered on my reflection a bit longer than usual. A frown crept its way to my face.What was I doing? What had I gotten herself into?I immediately shook the thoughts away, splashing cold water on my fac
Last Updated: 2025-04-04
Chapter: CHAPTER FOURTEEN — TEASES AND ATTRACTIONSI woke up with a start, the coolness of the sheets against my skin sending a shock through my body. Oh, holy… I was naked! Completely naked. My heart raced as my mind scrambled to piece together what had happened.Where was I? How had I ended up here?The last thing I remembered was having fun dancing at my wedding, and then… nothing. Did I do something? And where the hell was Luca?My eyes frantically darted around the unfamiliar room. The walls were dark, luxurious, and ornate. Whose bedroom was this? The luxurious space felt too grand, too personal for me to be here. My pulse quickened, and I froze, a sick feeling crawling up my throat.Oh, my God ! Had I been kidnapped? Or had Luca decided he didn't want me and pimped me out? No. The thought made my stomach twist. There was no way. He couldn’t have. And why couldn’t I remember anything past the wedding. I couldn’t remember… my eyes darted down to the sheets, and I quickly checked the bed. No blood. No sign of anything that would
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Chapter: CHAPTER THIRTEEN — VOWS The D–day arrived faster than I anticipated. One moment, I was picking out a wedding dress with Luca watching me like something to be devoured, and the next, I was standing in front of a mirror, fully dressed in white, and at the mercy of the makeup artists dolling me up. In less than an hour, I would be walking down the aisle to a man I still claimed to despise. The dress fit me perfectly. Lace sleeves graced my arms, delicate embroidery wrapping around my torso before cascading into layers of soft tulle. A veil, sheer and ethereal, was pinned into my hair, completing the picture of the perfect bride. Except I didn’t feel perfect. I felt trapped. A soft knock on the door made me jump slightly. Then my mother entered, eyes misty with emotion. “So, Ari, my dear. You look stunning.” I didn’t bother to reply. Just stared at my reflection, trying to find some semblance of the girl I used to be—the one who had dreams that didn’t involve marrying a billionaire out of duty. She was go
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Chapter: CHAPTER TWELVE —UNWANTED ATTRACTION I think I lost my ability to breathe. Or think. Or conjure a word. Or any basic human necessity. Santiago’s words lingered in the air, heavy and catatonic:Tell me something, Ariadne… Do you ever wonder what would’ve happened if you had? If circumstances were changed and I was the one you would be walking down the aisle to meet and vow your undying love to? Tell me.I finally opened my mouth, but still no words came out. What was I even supposed to say to that? I could barely process being forced into marriage with Luca, and now his nephew was throwing this into the mix?“What? Cat got your tongue?” Santiago mused, watching my reaction with amusement.“I—” cleared my throat as I tried to put on a brave face, my mind racing. “I actually don't —”“Oh, don't tell me you've never thought about it. Not even once,” He was towards me as he said those words and I kept staggering back for reasons I didn't know. This guy made me flustered and not in a good way. Seeing my reaction, he smirked.
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Chapter: CHAPTER ELEVEN—SANTIAGO RUSSOI stormed up to my room, gripping Luca’s phone like a lifeline. I slammed the door shut behind me and sank onto the bed, my fingers moving swiftly as I dialed my mother’s number. The phone rang twice before she answered. “Mr. Russo?” I exhaled, pressing a hand to my eyes. I suddenly had the urge to cry, but I held back.. “Mom, it's me. Ariadne.” She gasped. “How are you, sweetheart? I’ve been worried.” A bitter laugh escaped my lips. “Worried? Are you really? I was under the impression that you were okay with selling me off to the devil.” My mother sighed. “Ariadne, please let's not throw blame right now.” “Well, what do you expect me to do, Mum? The asshole took my damn phone! He’s a controlling, arrogant asshole, and you just handed me over like I was some kind of bargaining chip.” “Ariadne,” my mother said gently, but firmly. “It’s our tradition. It’s the way things have always been. You knew this would happen.” “I didn't know I would be given out to a ruthless, cold bastar
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Chapter: CHAPTER TEN— HATE TO HATEI didn’t bother to turn around. Even when I knew he was still there, standing at the foot of the bed, staring at me. I could feel his presence, thick like the scent of sex still lingering in the air— evidence of what we'd done, what I'd allowed him to do, but I forced myself to focus on the slow rhythm of my breathing, pretending that what just happened meant nothing. Pretending that I hadn’t just given him a part of myself no other man had ever had before. Luca wasn’t the kind of man who accepted defeat easily. I knew that much. And when he finally spoke, his voice was low, measured, but carrying an undercurrent of something I couldn’t quite place. “You think you can just use me and toss me aside, Principessa?” he said the endearment mockingly. There was amusement in his tone, but it was laced with something darker. Something possessive. I finally turned, raising a brow at him. “I would hardly call what just happened ‘me using you and dumping you.’ It's more of a mistake that wo
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