BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE
(Making an ability out of a disability)
EPISODE ONE
THEME: The Inception
CHICAGO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA
BRYANT MANSION: IN IAN’S ROOM
The door swung open revealing a well built man at the entrance with a deep frown grazing his face. He was left with no choice than to open up the door after knocking several time but got no response.
“Young master.” Owen called out to Ian Bryant who pretended to be asleep in his bed. “Young master Ian.” He repeated but got no response.
“Good morning, sir Ian.” Owen greeted as he went to the window and pulled up the curtains.
“Shut the fuck up Owen! And get the hell out of my room!” Ian Bryant threw a pillow at his bodyguard but it didn’t get to the target. The eighteen years boy was so pissed.
“Young master—“
Ian interrupted him. "Can't you fucking see that I am sleeping?!" He threw his alarm at Owen but he dodged it.
“Please forgive me Sir Ian but the big boss wants to see you.” Owen did well at dodging everything the young master threw at him.
“You are so annoying! Go and tell that old man that I am sleeping.” Ian Bryant commanded his bodyguard as lay back down on the bed.
“But the big boss knows you should be awake by this time.” Owen replied.
“Just go and tell him that I am sick and can't come to see him.” Ian instructed.
“I am sorry young master but I can't tell him that to the big boss.” Owen responded with a straight face.
“You are such an idiot Owen! You should do as I say because you are my bodyguard! You fool!” Ian Bryant hissed out.
“Forgive me sir, I am well aware that I am your personal bodyguard but Mr Bryant pays me.” Owen closed the door and walked closer to the bed.
Ian sat up on the bed and pointed his finger at his bodyguard. “But you should be most loyal to me. You are so annoying Owen!” He lay back down and threw the blanket over his face.
“Sir -“ Owen was cut off by the opening of the door as Mr Jack Bryant walked into the room.
“What are you still doing in bed by this time?” Mr Jack Bryant baritone voice echoed in the room.
“Sleeping.” Ian mumbled but enough for his dad to hear him.
“Get up Ian, today is Lorna's birthday and she is expecting you to be the first person to give her a present.” Mr Jack Bryant reminded him.
Ian knew what’s happening today that’s why he didn’t want to get up from the bed. “Listen dad, I am not a kid anymore. To be honest, I am sick and tired of giving gifts to Lorna every year for no specific reason.” He complained from under the blanket.
Mr Jack Bryant walked closer to the bed and removed the blanket from his son’s body. “Get ready in five minutes.” He said in a commanding tone.
“Five minutes?” Ian screwed up his face.
“Yes and look your best. I don't want Mason to take your place in Lorna's heart.” Mr Jack Bryant replied with a serious look on his face.
“Well I hope he takes my place in Lorna’s heart.” Ian pouted.
Mr Jack tucked his hands into his pocket. “Then if Lorna falls in love with Mason instead of you be ready to —“
“Leave the state and stay with Aunt Elise in Idaho or go into the military or lose your inheritance.” Ian completed his dad’s intended statement. He has heard these same words over and over again.
“Exactly. So make your choice this minute.” Mr Jack Bryant uttered in a stern tone.
Ian got out of the bed and reluctantly walked into the bathroom. He choose to give a gift to Lorna rather than go into the military, lose his inheritance or even leave the state to stay with his aunt in Idaho.
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IDAHO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
IN ROBERT HOME
Mr Nathan Robert unlocked the door and entered their small house but he saw no one in the living room as expected. “Honey..” He called out to his wife as he motioned towards the kitchen knowing that she might probably be there cooking.
Mrs Madison Robert smiled at her husband when he walked into the kitchen. She wiped her hands on a clean and dry napkin before walking up to meet him. “Welcome home.” She hugged him.
“Thank you.” Mr Nathan placed kisses all over his wife’s face and she giggled happily. “Where is Ria?” He asked about his daughter.
“She is in her room.” Mrs Madison Robert replied.
“What is she doing alone?” Mr Nathan questioned in a worried tone.
Mrs Madison turned away to check on the stew. “Ethan brought his clothes earlier so she is helping him to amend it.” She responded.
Mr Nathan placed his hands on his waist with a furrowed eyebrows on his face. “Oh honey, I told you not to allow her use the needles or even machine to amend dresses.” He reminded her.
“Oh! Come on Natty, stop acting like you don't know Ria. She won’t listen.” Mrs Madison looked at her husband.
“Yes you are right, I know she can be stubborn but you should at least try to dissuade her from doing some certain things by herself like using the needles. I don't want her hurting herself with a needle.” Mr Nathan pointed out.
Mrs Madison shrugged. “Well for me, I don't want her to stop using the needle or learning to use machine. I love what she is doing and you should be glad she want to do something even with her condition.” She countered.
Mr Nathan drew in a deep breathe. “Okay...okay...please just keep an eye on her.” He raised his hands up in surrender.
“Yes I will keep an eye on her.” Mrs Madison replied.
Mr Nathan smile grew broader which caused his wife to raise her eyebrows slightly. “You look happy.” Mrs Madison said.
Mr Nathan went to his wife. “Of course I am happy because I have you and Ria in my life.” He said wrapping his hand around her waist. “But guess what?”
Mrs Madison smiled. “Just say it Nathan you know I am not good at guessing.” She pulled away from him.
“Well..well I am done with the inheritance process so the lawyer called me and said I can have access to my own inheritance from next tomorrow.” Mr Nathan said with excitement in his tone.
Mrs Madison screamed and hugged Nathan. “Oh my goodness! This is great news!”
“Yes, once we have that money then Ria can get her eye surgery done. You will get a very bigger space enough to fit in like five to six sewing machines and we will be able to live in a very big house..our dream house then all our dreams will come true.” Mr Nathan stated his plans.
Tears clouded Mrs Madison’s eyes as she embraced her husband tightly. “Yes my love! Yes! Yes! My love!” She screamed happily.
Mr Nathan pulled away from the embrace. “I love you.” He said.
“I love you too.” Mrs Madison leaned up and placed a quick kiss on her husband’s lips.
“We should tell Ria about it too.” Mr Nathan suggested and his wife nodded in agreement.
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE(They call it madness but he calls it love)EPISODE TWOTHEME: Murdered in cold blood IDAHO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA"BANG!BANG!BANG!"Mr Nathan Robert heard a loud bang on the door and he couldn’t help but frown deeply when he looked at the alarm clock next to their bed. The time was 3:45 a.m in the midnight so who could be at the door?“It is way too early for anyone to be here.” Mr Nathan grumbled. But maybe it is one of his wife's customers that is here to collect his or her dress even though it was way too early to come for a dress. He thought.Mr Nathan rubbed his sleepy eyes as he made his way to the door deciding that whoever was out there would receive glares and words for knocking at this hour.“Who is out there?!” Mr Nathan yelled angrily when the bang came on the door again."I am so sorry, Mr Nathan but I am here to get my dress from Mrs Robert.” A feminine voice said.“Please come back to get your dress in the morning.” Mr Nathan replied."Ple
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE THREE THEME: Physically violated IDAHO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA AN UNDERGROUND HOUSE Frederick walked into the dark office with only a dim lamp on the table providing brightness around the area. “Lucas, did you manage to get my brother to sign the documents?” His voice was loud and it echoed in the room. “Yes, the job was a success.” The gang leader replied with a grin on his face. A smug smile formed on Frederick lips when he saw Nathan's signature. “He got blood on the papers?” He arched his brows. “Yeah, his wife’s blood and he signed it with his bloody hands. Don’t worry, you can make a copy of it.” Lucas replied. Frederick nodded in agreement. “Good job Lucas I know you won't fail me.” One of his men in suit dropped a black box on the table and passed it to Lucas. The box was filled with money. “Remember our deal Frederick.” Lucas said as Speedy closed the box after examining it.
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE FOUR THEME: Let us call you mom CHICAGO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA EIGHT YEARS LATER “Miss Ria! Miss Ria!” The children who used to live next door but now lives with her called out her name from the sitting room. “Phoebe, Phoenix, I am in the kitchen!" Ria said loud enough for them to hear and in no time they were already beside her. “Hey guys, how are you doing?" Ria asked as she cleaned her hand on a napkin to give them a high five. "We are fine!" They chorused and Ria laughed. "So what are you cooking?" The little man named Phoenix asked. “Well I am just trying to prepare lunch..or have you eaten at Ma’am Elise's place?" Ria asked. "No, ma’am Elise is not at home." Phoebe answered. “Okay now both of you should go inside the room and take a shower and after that you will eat your lunch—“ "Then we will tell you what happened at school today!" Phoenix completed her intended
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE(They call it madness but he calls it love)EPISODE FIVETHEME: A thief at the park CHICAGO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA LINT CORPORATIONMr Jack Bryant, the founder of Lint Corporation is one of the richest men in the United States of America. Actually on Forbes list, he ranked first as the richest man in Chicago. His corporation is rated top one in America. Lint corporation dabbled in everything, hotels, restaurants, spas, technologies and textiles. It is a multi billionaire industry.His wife, Mrs Perla Bryant is a famous Jeweler in Chicago. She is the owner of Perla Jewelries, the biggest accessories store in the state. His first child is Josie and she is in charge of the hotels. The second child named Lauren is in charge of the restaurants and spas. The third child is piper and she is in charge of the textiles industry.The fourth child and only son is Ian Bryant. A tall handsome man. A perfect combination of good looks and wealth. His
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE(They call it madness but he calls it love)EPISODE SIXTHEME: The blind lady CHICAGO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA IAN BRYANT MANSION"Welcome home, sir Ian.” A young girl dressed in a maid outfit greeted Ian with a smile on her face.Ian arched his eyebrows when he saw her. "Who are you?" He asked.He has never seen her face in the house. Even if there are lots of workers working in his mansion, Ian Bryant can tell if there is a new face and although he is also not the one hiring them.“I am Ruth.” The young girl replied."Ruth?" Ian repeated as he walked further into the living room."Yes sir.” Ruth smiled."Where is Mr Griffin?" Ian demanded."Mr Griffin is in the Kitchen.” Ruth answered.“Please tell him I want to have a word with him.” Ian ordered.Ruth rushed off to the kitchen. Ian unbuttoned his suit jacket and sat on the couch."CEO Ian, welcome back home.” The fifty eight years old chef greeted him cheerfully."How are you doing,
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE(They call it madness but he calls it love)EPISODE SEVENTHEME: The Bryant Family CHICAGO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA TWO MONTHS LATER RIA ROBERT HOME"Ma’am Elise, can you please check out this drawing if the style came out correctly the way Mrs Belinda had explained it.” Ria requested as she sat blindly behind the desk designed for drawing purpose."Oh sure! Let me take a look.” Ma’am Elise came closer to Ria and collected the drawing pad from her to check the drawing."Wow Miss Ria! You got the dress so perfectly! You are so talented! Well I was expecting this much from you. I am sure Mrs Belinda would be so happy to see her dress.” Ma’am Elise giggled."Thank you ma’am Elise. I just hope she likes the dress.” Ria toyed with the pencil in her hand."So what’s next now?" Ma’am Elise asked as she dropped the notepad at the spot where she had taken it."We should get the materials for the dress and some other things tha
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE EIGHT THEME: Not my child CHICAGO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA AINSLEY HOSPITAL IN A PRIVATE WARD The ladies exchanged glances when their mom began to cry again. "Yes..yes and I am sure of it my son.” Mrs Perla sobbed "Who is she?" Piper asked with a raised eyebrow. Their mom might be too dramatic but they all choose to believe her knowing that their dad was never a saint when it comes to women. "Now you want to know? Why don't you just go and ask that your father who is never satisfied with one woman or even two!" Mrs Perla fired back at her daughter. Piper shrugged. "Well that's because —“ Ian cuts Piper off. "Will you just stay quiet, Piper! You don’t need to talk back at mom.” He snarled. His sisters weren’t so surprised but Piper felt offended by his words. "Show some respect Ian. Piper is your elder sister.” Lauren said. "Then tell her to behave like one
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE(They call it madness but he calls it love)EPISODE NINETHEME: Shrimps allergies CHICAGO, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA AINSLEY HOSPITAL AT THE RECEPTIONMa’am Elise led Ria to the reception desk. "Good day nurse.” She greeted the petite nurse on glasses who stood at the desk.The nurse looked up at them. "Good afternoon, please how may I help you?" She asked."We are the family of a little girl that was rushed in here not too long ago.” Ma’am Elise replied."Please what's her name?" The nurse requested."Phoebe Lawson.” Ria answered. The nurse glanced away from them and searched the system. "Yes she is currently in ward two hundred and six.”"Can you give us the directions to get to the ward? I am not so familiar with this place.” Ma’am Elise said.The nurse gave the directions to the ward and they walked away. “I am scared. What if it is something serious?” Ria mumbled."Don't worry miss Ria, Phoebe will be alright." Ma’a
TITLE: A DEAL WITH THE BILLIONAIREThis is just a sneak peak of the story. BLURBChristopher Crawford is the perfect combination of good looks and wealth. He is the rightful heir to Crawford Corporation but to claim his possession, he had to do one thing — Get married. It was easy, he had a girlfriend. The love of his life, so he thought. But she turned his proposal down thus crushing his soul. He vowed not to love again, but still needs to get married in order to get the company. Desperate and eager, he heeded an advise from a friend. A simple and easy contract marriage.Raven McKenna is a smart, hardworking, ambitious and kind single mother of one. She loves two people more than herself — her mother and seven years old son. She loves them and can go any extent for them.So what could a poor twenty six years old single mother offer to a thirty years old corporate heir? Raven has to get married to a stranger because she needed money. She sold herself to a rich heir to save her s
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) FINAL EPISODE HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN EPILOGUE: A together forever CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT IAN BRYANT MANSION SIX MONTHS LATER It was at the wee hours of the day. Ria’s eyes shot open and she headed straight to the bathroom when she felt bile rose up from the back of her throat. She poured the content from last night into the toilet. "Honey, are you okay?” Ian popped his head into the bathroom. When Ria didn't respond so he stepped in and held her hair up for her. Tears sting her eyes as she emptied more content from her belly. He switched on the tap to keep it running and he splashed water over her face. When she calmed down, Ian passed her some papers from the toilet roll. She staggered a little but Ian held her quickly. "Careful. How are you feeling?" He mumbled. "I feel so dizzy and weak.” Ria replied. Ian carried her up in his arms to the bedroom.
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE(They call it madness but he calls it love)EPISODE HUNDRED AND FOURTEENTHEME: To love and be loved CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT IAN BRYANT MANSION THREE YEARS LATERIan lifted Phoenix up on his shoulder and whirled him in a fast motion. "Wow! I feel like I am on top of the world!" He laughed happily.And Ian dropped him on the couch gently when he heard Ria approaching. He knew that she was going to scold them for noise making."Sorry...honey." Ian apologized when he saw the deep frown on her face as soon as she walked in to the living room.Ria ignored him while Phoebe went to her. "Mom...look I made another design." She said."Let us do this some other time Phoebe.” Ria said in a cold tone.Ian forehead creased at her sudden change in attitude. Ria stared at Phoenix and then back to Phoebe before she made her way back to the bedroom. Something was wrong! So Ian followed her immediately. Ria was pacing the r
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE HUNDRED AND THIRTEEN THEME: A trip on forever CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT IAN BRYANT MANSION Ria drove down to Ian's house in a rush. Mr Griffin called her and said that Ian had slipped and fell in the bathroom. All he could do at the moment was lay in bed due to body pains. "Good evening, Miss Ria." A maid greeted her. "Where is Mr Griffin?" Ria rushed out her words. She looked really disturbed. "Mr Griffin just stepped out just now.” The maid responded. "What about Ian?" Ria asked again. "Sir Ian is in his room.” She replied. The maid didn't act like anything was wrong. Ria rushed up the stairs leading to Ian's room. She knocked but no one responded. "Ian.” She called. But still no one responded. She twisted the knob and opened the door. "Ian?” Ria said softly when she entered the area. The room was dark. “Where did he go? Why is the room so dark?” She walked i
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE HUNDRED AND TWELVE THEME: Make me a dress CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT RIA ROBERT COUTURE "Excuse me.” Ria turned to the soft voice and Lorna was there! Ria recognized her even though she had only seen her once. "Hi.” Ria greeted. "Lorna Simmons." Lorna said as she stretched out her hands. Ria shook hands with her. "Ria Robert.” She replied. "It is nice to see you again. Do you remember me?" She asked. "Yes. I saw you at Mrs Perla’s store months ago.” Ria answered. "I am guessing that you never forget a face.” Lorna said with a bright smile on her face. Now she was different from the lady Ria had met the other day. That Lorna looked at her so disgustingly but now she was smiling at her. "I am getting married in a month time so I need a beautiful wedding gown.” "Oh! Congratulations, Lorna.” Ria smiled. "Thank you. Can you give me a tour instead of your workers?”
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE HUNDRED AND ELEVEN THEME: I am getting married IDAHO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT THE ROBERT CEMETERY TWO WEEKS LATER A week after Frederick was sentenced. Ian and Ria travelled down to Idaho to visit her parents graves on the actual date of their common birthdays and anniversary. That date fell on the same day. Her parents shared the same birthday dates and they even got married on that same date. FLASHBACK Ria had a bouquet of flowers made for the occasion. She and Ian picked it up at the florist before driving to the cemetery far on the outskirts of the town. She has seen their faces in some of the pictures Ethan gave her and she also realized that she looked more like her mother. She has even made a big frame of them in her home. "Careful.” Ian said as they both made their way to the graves. Ria stared at the headstone for a while
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE HUNDRED AND TEN THEME: Justice Prevail CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA SIX WEEKS LATER The Supreme Court of Justice in Chicago, Illinois was full of reporters, jurymen and spectators attracted by the sensational nature of the case. Today is the day Frederick Robert would receive his punishment for every crimes he had committed. He was charged for so many things with seven others. Drake Robert was doing fine now after being shot by his own father. And it left Mrs Vivian Robert with a great shock that she could hardly believe that her husband had shot their own son. And Ria never knew Drake was going to be a father until his baby mama. Bay Sanders showed up at the hospital with her mother Serena. They all came to the hospital with Mrs Vivian Robert the day after the incident. Mrs Vivian couldn't stop apologizing to Ria on her husband's behalf. She was innocent just like her
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE HUNDRED AND NINE THEME: Dropping all charges CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AT SAINT ANTHONY HOSPITAL It all seems too familiar but all in a bad way. It was the same rush to the hospital. Detective Chad and Ria made it to the nearest hospital and Drake was taken into the operation room to get the bullet out of his system. All thanks to the fact that detective Chad had his identity card as a detective with him and he briefed a doctor about the case. Detective Chad and Ria waited outside the operation room. “Don't worry he will be fine.” He placed his hand on Ria’s shoulder gently to stop her from trembling. "Ria!” She heard Ian's voice. Ria looked toward the direction and Ian was there with Ethan walking towards them. “Ian.” Immediately she stood up from the bench and ran to him. Ian hugged her tightly and she sobbed in his chest. “I am glad that you are safe my love.” Ia
BLIND BILLIONAIRE BRIDE (They call it madness but he calls it love) EPISODE HUNDRED AND EIGHT THEME: Who is guilty? CHICAGO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA The drive to the location was silent. Ria sat at the front seat next to Drake with her hands tied to the front now. She was lost in thought of Ian. She knew how worried he would be knowing that she was missing. Drake didn't say anything even as he pulled up in a site. It was an abandoned house on an open field. No one would ever think of coming to this place to rescue her! Ria thought. He came out of the car and opened the door and dragged her out of the car. Ria surveyed the surrounding. The land was more like a dessert. He took out his phone and dialed his father’s number. ‘Hello dad.’ He said over the phone. ‘Where are you?’ ‘We are here dad...at the location.’ Drake responded. ‘Bring her into the building.’ Frederick instructed. ‘No dad, I am not bringing her into the building. I suggest you step out from wherev