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A 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 : 2024-12-19A Billionaire For Christmas Keeping Up The Act
Samantha’s POVBefore I could respond to my mum's teasing, her voice cut through the moment.“Let’s not just stand in the doorway,” she said with a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. “Come in. Dinner is almost ready, and I’m sure Julian could use something warm after the drive.”Julian stepped aside to let me enter first, carrying a few of the gifts he’d brought, while my father grabbed the remaining ones from the car.Inside, the mansion felt as overwhelming as ever. The towering ceilings, intricate crown moldings, and grand staircase reminded me of just how different my life now was from the one I’d grown up with.Julian, however, seemed entirely unfazed, as if he visited homes like this every day.“Your home is beautiful,” he said to my mother, his tone genuinely complimentary.She nodded, clearly pleased but still scrutinizing him. “Thank you. We try to keep it festive for the holidays.” Her gaze flicked to the gifts in his arms. “What’s all this?”Julian smiled, setting the
Last Updated : 2024-12-19A Billionaire For Christmas A Little White Lie
Samantha’s POVThat night, after dinner, I stepped out of the bathroom wearing a modest nightgown. I had made sure to change inside the bathroom because sharing a room with Julian was already awkward enough without adding to the tension. But as soon as I stepped into the room, I froze in my tracks.“Oh my God!” I exclaimed, instinctively covering my eyes.Julian stood by the bed, completely shirtless, wearing nothing but a pair of boxers.He glanced up, looking utterly unbothered. “What’s wrong?”“Um…” I peeked through my fingers, trying to avoid looking directly at him while simultaneously battling the image of his ridiculously toned abs that was now burned into my brain. “Are you not going to wear anything else?”He shrugged casually. “I usually just sleep in boxers. It’s more comfortable. Hope that’s okay.”Hope that’s okay? No, it was not okay! How could anyone be okay with having a Greek god casually lounging in their bedroom? I was only human!I cleared my throat, forcing my ga
Last Updated : 2024-12-22A Billionaire For Christmas A Taste Of Family
Julian’s POVSpending the night alone in the room with Samantha felt… strange. Not unpleasant, but definitely awkward.I could feel the tension in the air, though I did my best to appear calm and in control of my emotions.When she returned, there was something in her expression troubled, distant. I noticed it immediately but decided not to push her. If she wanted to tell me, she would.The next morning, I woke up early. I wanted to avoid making her feel uncomfortable again, so I freshened up and got dressed quietly before she woke. By the time I returned to the room, she was sitting on her bed, her phone in hand, her face relaxed but focused.“Good morning, Samantha,” I said, sitting down on my bed.She looked up, offering me a soft smile. “Good morning. Hope you slept okay.”“I did. Thanks for asking,” I replied. “How about you? Did you sleep well?”She nodded, her smile lingering. “Yeah, I did. It’s… kinda nice to be home, you know? Familiar walls, old memories.”I could hear a mi
Last Updated : 2024-12-22A Billionaire For Christmas Sneaking Around In The Dark
Samantha’s POVThe house was silent, wrapped in the stillness of the night, but my thoughts were anything but calm. I lay on my bed, staring at the ceiling, replaying the events of the past couple of days.Julian had handled everything with such ease—answering my parents’ questions, helping my dad with the turkey, and even enduring my mom’s sharp glances and subtle tests. He was charming, calm, and confident. My parents were clearly getting used to him, and my dad, especially, seemed to be warming up to him.I turned my head to look at Julian, wondering if he was asleep. To my surprise, he wasn’t. His eyes were open, staring at the ceiling just like I had been.“Are you awake?” I asked softly, adjusting on my bed.He turned his head toward me, his face relaxed in the dim moonlight filtering through the curtains. “Yeah, I’m awake. What’s up?”I shook my head with a small smile. “Nothing, really. I just couldn’t sleep. What about you? Why are you still awake?”He sighed lightly and shru
Last Updated : 2024-12-22A Billionaire For Christmas The Tradition Of Christmas
Julian’s POVAfter our late-night ice cream raid, Samantha drifted off to sleep almost immediately. I watched her for a moment, marveling at how peacefully she slept, completely unbothered by the fact that we were just pretending to be a couple.She snored softly, and while I should have found it irritating, I didn’t. There was something endearing about how comfortable she was, even in this fabricated situation.Meanwhile, sleep continued to evade me. The sugar from the ice cream didn’t help, and lying in bed felt futile. I decided to take a walk—something I usually did at home when insomnia struck. It always helped me clear my head.Carefully, I slipped out of bed, ensuring I didn’t wake her, and opened the door quietly. This time, I made sure to close it softly behind me. Instead of heading down the kitchen staircase, I took the larger staircase leading to the sitting room.When I reached the bottom, I noticed the lights were still on. To my surprise, Samantha’s mother sat in the mi
Last Updated : 2024-12-22
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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
