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A Billionaire For Christmas A Simple Yet Elegant Evening
Samantha’s POV"Rosy, do you really think it’s necessary to shop like I’m going on some grand date? Julian just wants to grab dinner as friends. I don’t need to doll myself up to make an impression,” I said, watching as Rosy continued to drape dress after dress in front of me, examining each one critically. “Nonsense!” She declared, holding up a red cocktail dress. “You must look good no, stunning to drive him crazy. That’s how you win his heart!” “Win his heart? I don’t want to win his heart,” I protested, crossing my arms. “I’m not interested in dating anyone, Rosy.” She nodded, but the mischievous glint in her eyes told me she wasn’t convinced. “Yeah, yeah. Keep telling yourself that, sweetie.” I groaned, pulling a simple black dress off the rack and holding it up. “Can we just keep it simple? It’s *not* a date. It’s just two people having dinner.” Rosy smirked. “Two people who have undeniable chemistry.” I gave her a pointed look. “I’ll say it one last time: it’s *not
Last Updated : 2024-12-16A Billionaire For Christmas The Wedding Invitation
Samantha’s POV:After the dinner date that night, when I returned home, I couldn’t help but smile to myself. I actually enjoyed it. Julian was surprisingly a good company, and for the first time in a long time, I found myself looking forward to the possibility of another date. He wasn’t so bad after all. I slipped out of my dress, headed to the shower, and let the warm water wash away the lingering tension of the day. By the time I came out, feeling refreshed, I noticed my phone screen lighting up with a message from my mom. I sighed, ready to ignore it. Her recent messages were always about Christmas and her expectations. But the first line stopped me in my tracks: “Your sister is getting married this Christmas.” My brows shot up as I quickly opened the entire message. “Your sister has finally decided to settle down with her boyfriend, and they’ve planned a Christmas wedding. So, you need to come home and bring your boyfriend with you so the family can meet him.” I froze
Last Updated : 2024-12-18A Billionaire For Christmas The Pretend Boyfriend
The Pretend Boyfriend. Samantha’s POV I couldn’t sleep. My thoughts were spinning like a carousel, one idea after another flashing through my mind. No matter how much I fought against it, the idea of involving Julian in my family drama refused to go away. But I had backed myself into a corner. My sister was expecting me to show up with a boyfriend. I groaned, pulling the blanket over my head. “How did I get myself into this mess?” I tossed the blanket aside and stared at the ceiling, the glow of the streetlights seeping through my curtains. The thought of asking Julian to be my pretend boyfriend for Christmas made my stomach twist in knots. “Should I invite him for a cup of coffee to explain everything?" I sighed, sitting up in bed and hugging my knees. “No, that’s crazy. He’ll think I’m insane. Who even does that?” I muttered aloud. Still, the thought lingered. Julian had been kind and understanding so far, but this was a whole new level of awkward. “Could I e
Last Updated : 2024-12-19A Billionaire For Christmas Fake It Till You Make It
Samantha’s POVOver the next few days, the reality of my plan began to set in. I had roped Julian into pretending to be my boyfriend for Christmas, and while he seemed okay with it, the situation was anything but simple. Rosy was ecstatic when I told her. "I knew he'd say yes! There’s no way he’d turn this down," she said, her voice practically singing through the phone. "Rosy, stop," I groaned, pacing my living room. "He's just being nice. And besides, this isn't real." "Sure, keep telling yourself that," she teased. I sighed, plopping onto my couch and grabbing a throw pillow to hug. "Rosy, this is a terrible idea. What if my mom sees right through us? Or worse, what if Julian thinks I'm crazy for dragging him into this whole thing?" Rosy laughed. "Samantha, your mom is going to eat this up. And Julian clearly doesn’t think you’re crazy. He agreed, didn’t he? Plus, it's not like you're asking him to marry you it's just a harmless little charade." "Harmless?" I raised
Last Updated : 2024-12-19A Billionaire For Christmas Beyond The Script
Julian’s POV“You agreed to be her what?!” Fred exclaimed, his eyes wide in shock, nearly dropping the tablet he was holding. I nodded slowly, rolling my chair to face away from him, trying to avoid the inevitable barrage of questions. “Her fake boyfriend for the holiday,” I repeated, my voice calm, though internally, I wasn’t sure how I felt about it either. Fred let out a low whistle, setting the tablet down on my desk. “Wow. Just… wow. I mean, I’ve seen you do some questionable things, but this? This takes the cake.” “Fred,” I warned, swiveling back around to glare at him, “I’m doing this to help her out, okay? It’s not that big a deal.” “Not that big a deal?” Fred threw his hands up dramatically. “You’re agreeing to spend an entire holiday pretending to be in love with her in front of her family. Do you realize how messy this could get? Or… maybe,” he added, narrowing his eyes, “you don’t mind because you actually like her.” I scoffed, leaning back in my chair. “Don’t
Last Updated : 2024-12-19A Billionaire For Christmas Rehearsing Reality
Samantha’s POV “So,” Julian said, leaning forward on the table as I adjusted myself in the chair. “Where did we ‘meet’?” “Uh… the coffee shop?” I suggested hesitantly. “Too predictable,” he replied, shaking his head with mock disappointment. “What about the bookstore down the street?” I blinked, caught off guard. “The bookstore?” He shrugged, a playful grin forming on his face. “It sounds more romantic, doesn’t it? Like I bumped into you while you were reaching for a book and accidentally knocked it out of your hand?” I laughed, the mental image playing vividly in my head. “Okay, fine. The bookstore. But what book was I reaching for?” His eyes lit up with mischief. “Something intellectual, obviously. Maybe a classic—Pride and Prejudice?” I snorted. “Let’s keep it realistic. How about a mystery novel? That’s more my speed.” “Done,” he said, as if sealing the deal. “I picked up the book, handed it back to you, and we started talking about your love for detective storie
Last Updated : 2024-12-19A Billionaire For Christmas Before Meeting The Parents
Julian’s POV:The next morning, the sunlight streaming through my windows reminded me it was the weekend. I rolled out of bed, stretching out the lingering stiffness from the week. After a quick workout, I headed to the kitchen to blend a healthy smoothie. Just as I was about to take my first sip, the doorbell rang.I glanced at the clock. 9:00 AM. Only one person would show up this early without warning.Fred.With a sigh, I pressed the button to let him in. Moments later, he walked through the door, not bothering with a greeting.“I got your message,” he announced, arms crossed. “You can’t really be going ahead with this crazy idea of being Samantha’s fake boyfriend for Christmas.”I ignored him, taking a long sip of my smoothie, hoping he’d tire himself out.Fred was undeterred. “You’re going to her parents’ house in two days, and you think it isn’t a big deal? It’s all wrong, Julian. Every part of it.”I raised an eyebrow, leaning against the counter. “Good morning to you too, Fre
Last Updated : 2024-12-19A Billionaire For Christmas Showtime
Samantha’s POV:A day before the trip, my nerves were a tangled mess. As I packed my bags, I kept repeating our fabricated story in my head, trying to memorize every detail like it was the script of my life.“This has to be perfect,” I muttered to myself, folding yet another sweater and placing it neatly into the suitcase.I couldn’t afford to mess up. Not for my sake, and definitely not for Julian’s. He was putting himself out there, sacrificing his time and energy to help me survive my mother’s inevitable scrutiny at my sister’s wedding. The thought of letting him down made my stomach twist.“Ugh!” I groaned in frustration, tossing my notebook onto the bed where Rosy was lounging.“Is everything all set?” she asked, sitting up and watching me with an amused grin as I moved between my closet and my suitcase.“Yeah… I think so,” I replied, though my tone betrayed my uncertainty. I sighed and sat on the edge of the bed, holding a pair of boots in my hands.“But, Rosy, I’m so nervous. W
Last Updated : 2024-12-19
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A Billionaire For Christmas The Billionaire's Bride
The Proposal:Julian guided Samantha into the softly lit gallery, holding her hand gently. She looked around, her eyebrows drawing together as she recognized the paintings on the walls.“What’s going on, Julian?” she asked, her voice filled with curiosity. “These are my paintings…”“They are,” Julian said softly, a small smile playing on his lips.“I’ve been working on this for a while. It’s all for you.”Her steps faltered as her eyes moved from one piece to the next, taking in the care and detail he’d put into arranging her work. “You did all this? For me?”Julian turned to face her, his expression earnest. “I wanted you to see what I see every day. Your art… your heart… everything you are. You deserve this, Samantha.”Her fingers lightly brushed the edge of a frame, her voice low. “I don’t even know what to say. This is incredible, Julian.”“Come with me,” he said, his tone gentle as he guided her toward the center of the gallery.There, under a soft spotlight, stood a single ease
A Billionaire For Christmas The End Of Lie
Julian’s POV:Later That DayI decided to stop by Samantha’s apartment during my lunch break. I couldn’t keep this from her. She needed to know about the DNA test and that I was doing everything I could to protect what we had.When she opened the door, her eyes softened slightly, but I could still sense the lingering tension between us.“Julian,” she said, stepping aside to let me in.“Hey,” I said, keeping my tone gentle. “I wanted to talk to you. I need you to know I’m taking this seriously. I got a DNA sample yesterday, and Fred is handling the test. We’ll have results soon.”Her brows furrowed. “How did you…?”“I played along,” I admitted. “Made her think I was buying into her story. And when Liam finished eating, I got the spoon he used.”Samantha crossed her arms, her expression unreadable. “So, in a few days, we’ll know for sure?”I nodded. “Yeah. I just… I didn’t want you to think I wasn’t doing anything. This matters to me you matter to me.”She sighed, her gaze softening. “
A Billionaire For Christmas The Game Of Cat And Mouse
Julian’s POV: She smiled, and I could see the victory in her eyes. She was convinced I was already halfway there, ready to embrace this new “family” she was trying to sell me. I turned to face Liam, forcing a gentle smile as I leaned forward slightly. “What do you like to eat, Liam? Ask away, I’ll get it for you.” Liam looked up at me, his eyes still hesitant, as though unsure whether to trust me or if he could ask for whatever he wanted. He glanced at his mother, seeking her approval. Vanessa, sensing the moment, gently tapped Liam on the shoulder. “Go ahead, sweetheart. Ask him what you want to eat.” Liam’s eyes flickered back to me, and after a long pause, he spoke in a small, shy voice, “Um… can I have some spaghetti? With a lot of cheese?” I nodded, keeping my tone soft and encouraging. “Spaghetti with cheese it is. I’ll make sure you get the best one they’ve got.” Vanessa looked pleased, her smile widening as she watched us. “See, Julian? It’s not so hard to be
A Billionaire For Christmas Playing The Game
Julian’s POV:The next day, I got dressed in a simple pair of jeans and a white shirt, my hair combed neatly. I sprayed a light cologne, aiming for a casual look not one that screamed billionaire, but one that said I was there simply to meet someone, not knowing I was walking into a mission.Operation get the DNA sample. Prove to Vanessa that I wasn’t stupid and wouldn’t fall for her manipulative trap.But I also knew that if I was going to get what I wanted, I had to play it cool. I needed to make her believe that her plan had worked, that I was considering starting a life with her and her son. I had to make her think that I had fallen into her trap.It was a weekend, so I drove to the café close to my office, a quiet little place that seemed unassuming. I parked my car and walked inside, scanning the room for any sign of Vanessa. I chose a seat by the window, knowing she’d be able to see me right away when she walked in.The waiter came over almost immediately, asking if I was r
A Billionaire For Christmas Facing The Music
Julian’s POV:“How did it go with Samantha?” Fred asked as I sank onto my couch, exhausted from the weight of everything that had transpired.“Bad,” I replied with a heavy sigh. “She told me to leave and give her some time to think. She looked so disappointed, Fred. Like I’d broken her trust.”Fred tilted his head, his expression softening. “What did you expect? It’s a lot to process.”“I know, but I tried to explain to her,” I continued, running a hand through my hair in frustration. “I told her I just found out recently. Whatever Vanessa and I had it’s ancient history. But Samantha… she didn’t want to hear it. I don’t blame her, but I don’t know what else I can say to make this better.”Fred stayed quiet, letting me vent.“My life is such a mess,” I muttered, leaning back on the couch, staring at the ceiling. “How did I not know Vanessa was pregnant? And now she’s using this, this supposed son to trap me into being with her. She’s dreaming if she thinks that’s going to happen.”Fr
A Billionaire For Christmas A Secret That Threatens To Destroy
Samantha’s POV: After Julian walked out of my apartment, I leaned on the door, my back pressed against it as I tried to process the shocking news he had just revealed to me. My mind raced, trying to make sense of it all. A child? Julian was the father of some child Vanessa had kept hidden all these years? I could hardly wrap my head around it. Rosy, who had been sitting inside when Julian came, had overheard the entire conversation. She stepped out cautiously, her eyes wide with concern as she noticed me standing frozen by the door. “Are… you okay?” she asked, her voice soft but full of knowing. It was obvious from the look on my face that I wasn’t okay, but she still needed to ask. I stared at her for a moment, not sure how to respond. The weight of the news was still sinking in, and the hurt of it all was so fresh. “I don’t know,” I finally managed, my voice shaking. “How am I supposed to be okay after hearing something like that?” Rosy stepped closer, her expression softe
A Billionaire For Christmas The Bombshell
Julian’s POV:That evening, I couldn't focus on anything. The weight of the situation was heavy, and my thoughts kept circling back to how I was going to tell Samantha about the possibility of me having a son with Vanessa.I sat at my desk, staring at the papers in front of me, but my mind was a million miles away. The images of the birth certificate, the photographs—those damn photographs kept replaying in my mind. How had I not seen this coming? Yeah, Vanessa and I had hooked up a lot back in school, but she had always been so careful. We were always cautious when it came to sex. She was the one who insisted we use protection, the one who said she didn’t want a child to ruin her "chance of a happy, free life."So, how the hell was she now telling me she had a child for me? It didn’t make sense. The entire thing felt like a bad joke. My mind refused to believe it, but the evidence was right in front of me, like some twisted reality I couldn't escape from.I leaned back in my chai
A Billionaire For Christmas A Life Turned Upside Down
Julian’s POV:As I drove back to my office, my mind raced with a thousand possibilities, each one worse than the last.The picture of the boy kept flashing in my head his wide brown eyes, the shape of his nose, the faint shadow of something familiar in his expression.Was it possible? Could Vanessa be telling the truth, or was this just another one of her twisted games to claw her way back into my life?When I arrived at the office, Fred was already waiting for me. His face was serious as he held his tablet, likely already compiling information. I hadn’t even stepped fully into the room before he started.“Boss, I’ve got my guy working on a background check on Vanessa,” Fred said, following me into my office. “We’re trying to trace her movements for the past few years. If she’s been living with a kid or has any connection to the boy, we’ll find out soon.”“Good,” I said, taking off my coat and throwing it over a chair. I sat down behind my desk, but I couldn’t bring myself to focus
A Billionaire For Christmas A Future In Question
Julian’s POV:When Samantha texted me about Vanessa, a surge of frustration hit me. What was Vanessa playing at? First, she tries to stir up trouble at dinner, called me that she wanted us to see and talk and now she’s harassing Samantha at work?I leaned back in my office chair, staring at the screen. I needed to put a stop to this before Vanessa took things too far.Fred knocked on the door, poking his head in. “You ready for the meeting boss?”I didn’t respond as I was thinking about what Samantha just told me.“You okay, boss? You look like you’re about to punch something.” he asked as he entered my office and closed the door.I sighed, running a hand through my hair. “It’s Vanessa. She went to Samantha’s work today.”Fred’s face twisted in disgust. “What is wrong with that woman? She’s like a bad penny that keeps showing up.”“She’s testing boundaries,” I muttered. “Trying to see how far she can go. But I’m not letting her mess with Samantha. Not again.”Fred crossed his arms, l
