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Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Pretending Not To Know Him
Work went on very smoothly for Vanessa, she also finalized the deal with Riccardo and they sent the contract online. She was not ready to meet with him again. Hours passed by quickly and soon, it was time to wrap up her work for the day. Rising up from her chair, she picked up her jacket which she hanged on the chair earlier. After putting it on, she picked up her bag and walked out. She met Lily in front of her door, just about to knock. "Let's go." Together, they walked away from the building and towards their car. Settling inside the car. Diego began driving away, his gaze focused on the road before him. "Diego, stop by a Restaurant. We've been so busy that we barely had time to eat and talk like friends and not workers." She said. "That's right." Lily nodded. "Lily, you should book a reservation now." Diego glanced at her as he muttered. "Right." Lily replied, bringing out her Tablet. *** LEILA'S APARTMENT Leila pushed open the front door of her home, her footsteps he
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Arrested
NEXT MORNINGThe loud ringing of the doorbell echoed through the silent walls of Leila's house. With heavy steps, she approached the door, wondering who was knocking so early in the morning.As she opened the door, her heartbeat accelerated at the sight of two uniformed police officers standing on her doorstep, their expressions grim and Cold."Leila Winston?" one of the officers asked, his voice hard and unfriendly.Leila nodded, her throat tightening with apprehension as she struggled to find her voice."That's me," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper."We're here to place you under arrest," the other officer stated bluntly, his words like a hammer blow to Leila's fragile composure.Tears stung at the corners of her eyes as she watched the officers approach, their hands reaching for the handcuffs that hung from their belts. She wanted to protest, to scream out, but the words caught in her throat, suffocated by the weight of despair that threatened to consume her.She knew
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Leave!
When Afternoon reached, Vanessa went with Diego to pick up her kids from school. She left them in Emily's care after calling Xavier on the phone and allowing her kids to speak with him.He didn't stay long during his last visit because he had a lot of pending shoots. He just squeezed out time to come see Vanessa and her kids that night. Which she was grateful for. Now she was on her way back to the office. She still had a lot of work to do, and it might drag on till evening or night.The following days, she had to meet with her clients. Most of the people she met at the party were willing to Partner with them. It was just three weeks since Vanessa came back and she was already making a name for herself in the Business world of America.Even Riccardo had not failed to hear about it. He had not gotten the chance to meet with her since the party, since their deal was already finalized. He didn't want to barge Into her office just to see her face without having anything important to do or
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Flickering Flame
"You don't have to go, if you don't want too." Hayley whispered, holding her hands tenderly, as she stared at her."Let's go home." Leila muttered, walking ahead of Hayley.LEILA'S APARTMENTAs soon as she walked into the familiar walls of her home, her grandma pulled her into a tight hug which Leila reciprocated, snuggling closer into her embrace."My dear. I'm so happy you're back." Grandma Celine smiled, as they disengaged from the hug."I'm So Sorry, Grandma. I promise, I won't leave you again." Leila whispered, as she held her hands in hers."Come have dinner dear." Grandma Celine pulled her towards the dinning with a small smile. Hayley who had been quiet all these while followed behind them quietly.After eating, they sat on the couch in the living room.Grandma Celine turned to Leila. "A worker from the ROYALS came over." She informed, her lips stretched into a thin line."Hayley already told me." Leila replied, her gaze fixed on the wall before her."Do you want to go, dear?
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Final Breath
Leila raced towards her burning house, with Hayley running behind her. The fire was increasing as the minutes passed by."Leila, please be careful." Hayley called out behind her.Leila stopped in front of her burning house. Just as she was about to walk into the burning fire, she heard Hayley's scream.Turning back, she saw a masked figure dragging Hayley, and trying to cover her nose with a sedated Handkerchief.Where are all their neighbors? Why wasn't anyone helping? Leila wondered. The sky was dark.She remembered her Grandma telling her to come back before nightfall.She glanced at her burning house and at Hayley who was actively struggling with the person who was dragging her. "Help!" Leila screamed, her cries echoing in the night as she watched helplessly, torn between her desire to save her grandmother and her concern for her friend.She decided to help Hayley first, who was now trying to pull herself out of the Unknown's dead grip. Just as she took a step forward, she felt a
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Surprised
When the time for the interview arrived, Vanessa and Riccardo found themselves inside a room at Riccardo's company, as the makeup artist put the final touches on Vanessa's face. She watched out of the corner of her eye as the assistant helped Riccardo straighten his shirt, noting that, as usual, he wasn't wearing a tie. But she refused to really look at him. Just as he glanced in her direction, she quickly diverted her gaze.Soon, the workers finished their tasks and left, leaving just Vanessa and Riccardo in the room. They sat opposite each other, with Vanessa doing everything she could to avoid his gaze.Riccardo, however, couldn't take his eyes off her. He had something on his mind, but he wasn't sure if now was the right time to bring it up. The Vanessa he was looking at now was the same Vanessa he had known years ago, not trying to act strong, just doing her best to avoid his gaze."Vanessa," he called out calmly, his brows furrowing slightly as he wondered if she would respond.
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Daddy
The interviewer was now solely focused on Mr. Rodriguez while Vanessa glanced at Riccardo. He looked as if he had just seen a ghost and Vanessa scoffed."Mr. Gonzalez." She waved her hands in front of his face."Are you Okay?" She asked, a hint of amusement dancing in her eyes.Riccardo snapped out of his thoughts. "I'm Fine." He replied, glancing at her.After the interview, Vanessa walked out with her father, who didn't bother to spare Riccardo a glance. Riccardo was left seating and staring at Vanessa's beautiful retreating figure."Mr. Gonzalez. It's time to leave." His PA said to him. Riccardo hadn't even noticed when he walked in. He stood up sluggishly and followed him out of the hall.***As Vanessa and her dad settled inside their Car, her father turned his focus towards her. "You're free for today right?" He asked."Yes. Are you going with me to see my kids?" She asked, a small smile plastered on her face."Sure." He returned the smile."Great. They'll be so excited to see y
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back His Grandfather
Vanessa dropped the paper inside her drawer. Picking up her phone, she dialed Lily's number."Hello, Vanessa." Lily said, as she picked up after the second ring."Hey. Do you know any Amusement Parks around? Where I can take my kids to, without the eyes of the media around?" She asked."Yes. I heard about one. It's owned by one of the influential men in America. Reporters are not allowed there. It's highly secure." Lily informed."Are you sure about that?" Vanessa asked, scratching her forehead in thoughts."Yes, I am.""Alright. Book a reservation for three tomorrow." Vanessa instructed Calmly."Okay. I'll inform you when I do.""Thank you." Vanessa hung up and went to take her bath.When she entered to the living room, she met her kids sleeping on her Dad's lap while he patted their hair gently. She smiled at the gesture."Dad." She whispered, walking towards the couch where he sat.Her Dad turned his head slightly."You're here, Dear." He said.Vanessa nodded her head while standin
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Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Idle
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
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Beyond The Chaos
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
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back One Last Clue
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.”
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Possibilities
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
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Uncertainty
Vanessa guided Ethan and Emma towards their room. The twins were tired but reluctant to call it a day, dragging their feet with playful resistance.“Mommy, just a few more minutes?” Ethan pleaded, clutching his well-loved stuffed lion tightly against his chest.Vanessa crouched to his level, brushing a strand of his messy hair out of his eyes. “You’ve had such a busy day, Ethan. Your body needs sleep so you can grow big and strong.”Emma, holding her blanket like a cape, sighed dramatically as she climbed onto the bed. “But Uncle Riccardo’s still here,” she mumbled, pouting.From the doorway, Riccardo’s warm chuckle filled the room. He leaned casually against the frame, his dark eyes soft as he watched them. “Even I have to go home and sleep, Emma. But I’ll see you both tomorrow, okay?”Ethan squinted at him, his voice sleepy but hopeful. “Promise?”“I promise,” Riccardo replied with a small nod.Vanessa pulled the covers up over her children, tucking them in snugly. She kissed Ethan’
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back A Little Longer
Vanessa stirred the pot of pasta sauce, the aroma of tomatoes and garlic filling the small kitchen. She glanced at the table where the kids’ plates were already set, each one decorated with colorful napkins to keep things cheerful. She’d decided to make something simple but comforting, a meal everyone could enjoy together.Behind her, Emma and Ethan were busy with their coloring books, occasionally arguing over which colors to use. Riccardo sat on the couch, watching them with a relaxed expression, his tie loosened slightly.Vanessa stepped out of the kitchen and called out, “Riccardo, could you keep an eye on the kids? I need to make a quick call.”He nodded. “Of course.”Vanessa smiled gratefully and slipped into the bedroom to grab her phone. She scrolled through her contacts and tapped on Emily’s name first. Riccardo had repaired her phone for her earlier and given it back to her.The phone rang twice before Emily picked up. “Ms. Rodriguez?”“Emily, how are you? Are you nearby?”“
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back Building Trust
Vanessa leaned back on the couch, holding her warm coffee mug in both hands. She watched Emma and Ethan as they worked together on their growing tower of blocks. Every so often, Emma would giggle, and Ethan would nod seriously, as if they were building something truly important.“Careful, Em,” Ethan said, his voice full of concentration. “We can’t let it fall.”Emma stuck her tongue out slightly as she placed another block on top. “I’m being careful!”Riccardo chuckled softly beside Vanessa. “They make a good team.”“They really do,” Vanessa said, smiling at her kids.Emma looked over her shoulder. “Mommy, look! It’s taller than Ethan now!”Vanessa leaned forward to get a better look. “Wow! That’s impressive. You two did such a great job.”“Can we keep building?” Ethan asked, his eyes bright with excitement.“As long as you don’t knock it over,” Vanessa said. “You don’t want all that hard work to go to waste.”“We won’t!” Emma promised, turning back to the tower with renewed focus.Va
Billionaire's Regret: Chasing His Ex Wife Back As Long As...
Vanessa watched her kids play on the couch before deciding it was time to start the day properly. She stood, clapping her hands softly to get their attention, and she did.“Alright, you two,” she said with a warm smile. “It’s time for a bath.”Emma and Ethan looked up, their faces lighting up.“Are there going to be bubbles?” Emma asked, bouncing in her seat.“Of course,” Vanessa said, reaching for their hands. “Come on, let’s go.” Vanessa said, her face full of smiles.She led them into the large bathroom and turned on the faucet, adjusting the water until it was just right. As the tub began filling, she added bubble bath. The water quickly foamed, and the kids cheered.Ethan leaned over the tub, poking at the bubbles with a grin. “So many bubbles!” He grinned, excited.Vanessa laughed. “Alright, no splashing yet. Let’s get you both undressed first.” She smiled.After helping them out of their pajamas, she lifted them one by one into the tub. They immediately started playing with the
