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Tears rolled down uncontrollable from Leila's cheek as the reality of her situation dawned on her.Her grandmother was dead. Her friend was alive but now deaf. She'll never let the ROYALS go scout free after ruining her family like this! Her once peaceful life had suddenly turned to a tragedy overnight.She stared up at Hayley and tears were rolling down her cheeks too as she sobbed. Leila brought her hands towards Hayley's face and began wiping her tears away."Don't Cry, Alright." She coaxed, but more tears slipped down her own eyes, knowing her friend coudn't hear her.But she made up her mind not to keep crying. The ROYALS weren't crying when they ruined her life like this. And Crying wasn't going to help her or Hayley recover from the damage they've cost them.She couldn't help but wonder what would have been their faith if Lucas hadn't found them.She suddenly removed her hands from Hayley's own, and she wiped her tears away with the back of her palm. She then stood up with det
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Get Married
Three Days LaterLeila stood in front of Hayley's ward as she recalled her conversation with Lucas.FLASHBACK "What do you mean by that?" Leila asked, confusion etched on the features of her face."I believe that you fully understood what I meant," Lucas shrugged his shoulders like it was no big deal. Leila stared at him in surprise. Well, what did she expect? After saving her life and paying for her hospital bills, she didn't expect him to let her go freely. If you're wondering how she knew, she had asked a nurse the previous day, and she said it was Lucas that brought her here and also paid for all the expenses, including the emergency surgery. "He must really have a lot of money to be able to afford all these," Leila thought inwardly."I'm talking to you," Lucas said as he waved his hand in front of Leila's face, and she blinked her eyes before facing him."Huh!, What did you say?" She asked"Take your time and think about my proposal; I'll be waiting for your response," he sai
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Hearing Aid
Leila heart thumped loudly against her ribcage as she dashed out of Hayley's room. Her mind swirling with worry as she frantically searched around the Hallway for her. Before she could fully make her way out of the hallway. She came face to face with Hayley and a nurse. Relief washed over her like a wave.The tension that had gripped Leila earlier released in a rush as she exhaled deeply. She let out the breath she didn't know she had been holding. She had not realized how tightly she had been holding on until that moment."You're here," Leila muttered, her voice barely above a whisper, her words carrying the weight of her apprehension.The nurse nodded her head gently, acknowledging their unexpected encounter. Her Calm demeanor provided a sense of calm for Leila. Her presence reassured her that her friend was safe, admist the Chaos of her swirling emotions."Yes. She wanted to take a stroll." The nurse replied, her tone professional, yet tinged with a hint of concern, as she gestured
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Revenge
CARTER'S RESIDENCEJuliet stared at the woman before her. She was a scheming woman. What made her think that she'd believe her like that. "How do I know that's what my Father Said?" Juliet asked, raising her eye brows.Her Step Mother, Sophia smiled as if she had been expecting that question. She grabbed her phone from her bag and played a recording."My dear Juliet. I know that I shouldn't be saying this now, but I can't help it. I want what's best for you. I'm sorry for letting you go all those years. I should have held onto you when you needed me the most. I'm really sorry, my dear."Tears brimmed at the corners of Juliet's eyes as she heard her father's voice again. After how many years? And she was finally hearing his voice but, it was something that was recorded. She didn't get the chance to see him one time before he passed away. Her heart clenched in hurt as she struggled to keep her tears in check. She didn't and won't break down in front of her Step Mother and Daughter."I
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Chased Out
Vanessa stood by the door, not knowing what to say."What the hell was Riccardo doing in front of her door?"No. That's not supposed to be the question. She mentally faced palmed herself."How did he know my house?" Vanessa's grip tightened around her doorknob. She was happy that Emily wasn't around and that her kids were asleep.She took a deep breath, trying to steady her emotions. Why was Riccardo always popping up in front of her? She's trying her best to stay away from him, yet he just keeps showing up. "What are you doing here?" She managed to ask as she steadied her voice. He was about to reply, but she waved her hands in front of his face, willing him to stop."How did you know where I live?" She asked, now standing akimbo. Her eyes are not leaving his."I came to see you." He replied, his gaze fixed on Vanessa. He was wearing a white shirt and black pants. Not cooperate, just simple. It fit his stunning Raven Black hair, which was gelled backwards."How did you know where I
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Overwhelming Feelings
VANESSA'S OFFICE Vanessa sat at her desk, lost in thought. The day had been long, and she could feel the weight of it pressing down on her. The soft ticking of the clock on the wall was the only sound in the room. Her fingers absently traced the edge of a document, but her mind was elsewhere.The door creaked open slightly, and Lily stepped in. She held a folder in her hands. Vanessa looked up, meeting Lily’s eyes. “Ms. Rodriguez." Lily started, her voice gentle but firm, “There’s something we need to discuss.”Vanessa leaned back in her chair, nodding for Lily to continue. She could sense that whatever Lily was about to say wasn’t going to be easy.Lily took a deep breath, then walked over to the desk, placing the folder in front of Vanessa. “Mr. Gonzalez suggested another deal." She informed and Vanessa's eyes widened."I'll forward you the summary of it all.""We were also given another deal to secure within a month." Vanessa groaned inwardly, why couldn't Damien just let her be
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Hurtful Sight
Riccardo watched as Vanessa walked out of the Hall. He didn't know why she just walked out like that. There was the impulse to chase after her and find out what was wrong. But he just let her go, knowing that she needed some time alone on her own.Turning back, he faced the party and his business associates who came to speak with him. He tried to focus on the task at hand, but couldn't. His thoughts kept drifting back to Vanessa.Was he doing the right thing? Would she ever forgive him? What if she had really moved on like his grandfather said?But he came to the conclusion that it was better for him to try rather than jump into baseless conclusions.He didn't want to make the same silly mistakes he made years ago, by making decisions for someone else."Mr. Gonzalez. Are you listening?" The man who had been speaking all these while asked.Riccardo snapped out of his reverie."Of course. I am." He gave a slight nod. Deciding to focus on what he had to do now, he replied."Yes. But we'l
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VANESSA'S OFFICEVanessa was busy with her work as usual, but this time, she wasn't focused. Her mind kept wandering back to the party the previous night.And the silly part of her mind couldn't help but wonder why Riccardo had not shown up today.She knew that she wasn't supposed to be thinking about him. But her brain wasn't letting her do anything else."Aarrrgh." She yelled angrily, ruffling her hair."What the hell is wrong with me?" She thought.Rising from her chair, she walked into her changing room. She stared at her face, as she stood in front of the floor length mirror."You're such a beautiful woman." She complimented, with a small smile plastered across her face."Don't repeat the same Mistake again." She whispered to reflection."Focus on what you have to do. He is not worth this." She reassured herself.She let out a sigh, walking out of the changing room, she decided to focus on her work. She started by reading the pending mails she had, and soon, she was now engrossed
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The flight felt never ending, but Vanessa let out a sigh of relief as the plane finally touched down in Spain. She adjusted her grip on her children, Emma and Ethan, as they descended the stairs. The warm Spanish sun kissed her skin, a welcome change from the chill of America. Lily had already disappeared to fetch their bags, and Diego excused himself to retrieve the car they would be using.Vanessa’s feet felt heavy against the tarmac, exhaustion creeping into her every move. Her twins clung to her sides, their little hands gripping hers tightly. “We’re finally here,” she murmured, offering them a small smile. The kids, though weary, perked up at her words, their excitement bubbling beneath the surface.A few moments later, Lily returned, with their luggage, her cheeks were flushed from the effort, but her grin didn’t waver. Not long after, the smooth hum of an approaching engine drew their attention. A sleek black Lamborghini Urus rolled up to the curb, its glossy exterior catchin
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TWO WEEKS LATER Vanessa sat quietly in the back of the sleek black van, her twins, Ethan and Emma, nestled on either side of her. The hum of the engine filled the air as Diego focused on the road ahead, his hands steady on the wheel. Lily sat in the passenger seat, flipping through her phone, occasionally glancing at the GPS. The van glided down the highway, and the gentle rhythm of the tires on the pavement seemed to mirror the steady thud of Vanessa’s heart.Emma leaned against her mother, her little fingers dancing across the screen of her tablet. "Mommy," she asked without looking up, "are you just dropping us off at the airport?"Vanessa reached out, smoothing Emma’s soft curls. "No, baby," she said gently. "We’re going to Grandma’s house first. I’ll take you and Ethan all the way there. I want to make sure you’re safe with her."Ethan, sitting on her other side, looked up from the book he was pretending to read. His lips pressed into a small pout. "Does that mean we won’t see y
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Dressed in a blue floral gown, Juliet stood on the balcony, letting the morning breeze brush against her face. The scent of blooming flowers mixed with the faint aroma of fresh coffee from the kitchen below. She leaned on the railing, her fingers tracing its cold, smooth surface as she gazed at the quiet street below. The world seemed peaceful, yet her thoughts were far from calm.A soft noise behind her made her turn slightly, but before she could react, a light tap on her shoulder made her jump. She spun around, her hand flying to her chest. Romeo was dressed in a cooperate outfit, obviously getting ready for the day's job."Oh my gosh, Romeo! Stop sneaking up on me like that!" she exclaimed, her voice breathy from the scare.Romeo smirked, his brown eyes twinkling with amusement. "You should have gotten used to it by now," he said, crossing his arms casually.Juliet rolled her eyes and let out an annoyed groan. "Whatever," she muttered, brushing her hair out of her face. She straig
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Thirty minutes later, Leila sat on the couch in the living room, flipping through channels on the TV. A light comedy show played in the background, but she wasn’t really paying attention. Her mind kept wandering to Lucas and how his day might have gone. She glanced at the clock on the wall, wondering when he’d get home.Just then, the sound of a car pulling into the driveway caught her attention. Her heart skipped a beat, and she quickly stood up, smoothing down her top and brushing invisible dust off her pants. She wanted to look put together when he walked in, even though she knew Lucas didn’t care much about appearances.As the familiar sound of the car door shutting reached her ears, Leila moved to the front door. She opened it just as Lucas approached, his steps steady and his suit jacket draped over one arm.“Good evening,” she greeted him warmly, her smile lighting up her face.“Evening, Leila,” Lucas replied with a soft smile of his own, leaning in to press a gentle kiss to he
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Vanessa decided to step out of her hotel room after ensuring her tasks for the day were completed. She took a deep breath, smoothing down the hem of her blouse as she walked toward the door. It was quiet in the hallway, the faint hum of the hotel’s central air conditioning the only sound. Vanessa twisted the doorknob and opened the door, only to find Diego standing there, his tall figure a calm but imposing presence.“Diego,” she said softly, her voice steady. She wasn’t surprised to see him; his unwavering dedication to her safety had become a comforting constant.“Ma’am,” Diego acknowledged, giving her a small nod. His sharp eyes scanned the hallway even as he stood still, his stance radiating readiness.“Thank you,” Vanessa said, her words carrying more weight than she let on. She knew Diego wouldn’t take any chances after everything that had happened. His vigilance meant more to her than she could express.Diego’s lips twitched into the barest hint of a smile. “Just doing my job.”
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Vanessa walked down the hallway, her hand lightly brushing against the wall as she made her way to Ethan and Emma’s room. The house was calm, with only the faint hum of the air conditioner breaking the silence.Stopping at their door, she pushed it open carefully, making sure not to make much noise. The soft morning sunlight streamed through the curtains, lighting up the room in a warm glow. Ethan was already sitting up in bed, his hair messy, while Emma was still asleep, clutching her stuffed bunny close.“Morning, Mommy,” Ethan mumbled, rubbing his eyes and yawning.“Good morning, sweetheart,” Vanessa whispered as she stepped inside. She reached over to smooth his hair down, her fingers running gently through the tangles. “Did you sleep okay?”He nodded with another yawn. “Yeah. Is it time for breakfast?”“Almost,” Vanessa said with a smile. She glanced over at Emma, who stirred a little under the covers but stayed asleep. “Why don’t you get dressed first? I made something special.”
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Take Care
Vanessa rubbed her temples as she walked down the hallway towards her bedroom. The week's exhaustion weighed heavily on her shoulders. It wasn’t just work or the endless tasks waiting for her, it felt like the universe was piling one problem on top of another, daring her to collapse. But she refused to let it win. Not tonight. She would push through, like she has always done.Once inside her room, she kicked off her shoes and sank onto the edge of her bed, the mattress dipping under her weight. The soft glow of the bedside lamp cast a warm light on the familiar space. She grabbed her phone from the nightstand and hesitated for a moment, her thumb hovering over Riccardo’s name in her messages. They’d already discussed the case earlier, but something gnawed at her. She needed to be sure he was on it.Taking a deep breath, she typed out a short message.'Just checking in on the case. Have there been any updates?' She typed.Her finger tapped send before she could second-guess herself. Th
