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CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Couldn’t Ask For Anything More
VIVIENNESoaking in the hot tub, I leaned back, letting the warm water ease the tension from my shoulders. My mind kept replaying the events of the night, and it all felt like a dream. Me? Winning “Best Designer of the Year”? I still couldn’t believe it. Ending Aton’s 11-year streak felt unreal, like something out of a story. A small part of me had always respected his work and his legacy, and I never thought I’d even come close to matching it, let alone surpassing it. But tonight, it happened. It felt strange, almost too big to grasp.The soft knock at the door broke my thoughts. Before I could respond, the door swung open, and there was Ezekiel. He was wrapped in only a towel around his waist, his chest still damp from his own shower. I wouldn’t deny. He looked so damn hot. His gaze was everywhere but on me as he entered, clearly embarrassed. He rubbed the back of his neck, a shy smile slipping onto his face.“Uh, hey,” he stammered, eyes still not quite meeting mine. “I was jus
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Aton’s Sarcasm?
VIVIENNE STOOD BACKSTAGE, adjusting the collar of her sleek black dress. A look of worry was etched on her face. Tonight was her biggest night yet—a fashion showcase dedicated exclusively to her designs. She had poured her heart and soul into every piece since last year, yet she still couldn’t help but feel pressured and doubtful. Everyone's expectations skyrocketed after winning the “Best Designer of the Year” award. And now, with the entire industry watching, she felt more pressure than ever.“Are we set? Is everything good?” Vivienne asked, scanning the organizers. It was evident in her voice that she was stressed. She glanced around the venue, which was nearly ready, bustling with the final touches on the seating, lights, and sound. It all needed to be flawless because, to her, any mistake would feel like a personal failure. Each time she heard a minor sound or noticed a change in lighting, she was right there, asking if it was okay. She didn’t want anything overlooked.One by
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Plan To Ruin The Event
“VINCE! VERA!” Genesis shouted with a grin, hurrying over to them with his dad following close behind. He looked thrilled to see them, and the feeling was mutual.“Genesis! You came?” Vince exclaimed, surprised but happy to see his friend there. He hadn’t expected Genesis and his dad to attend her mother's show, but it was a welcome surprise.“Yeah! My dad wanted to support your mom. And I wanted to see her designs too. It’s so cool to be here!” Genesis said. Then he added, “Oh, and hey! I got an A on our science project. Thanks to you both for all the help!”Vera beamed, pleased to hear the news. “That’s awesome, Genesis! We knew you’d do well.”Vince nodded in agreement, a proud smile spreading across his face. “Yeah, great job. You worked hard on that project.”They continued chatting for a bit, talking about the details of the science project they had studied together. Genesis shared how he felt more confident about the subject now, and the trio laughed about some funny moments du
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Dad, We’ve Got This
VINCE GLANCED AT Vera and Genesis using his serious expression. “We have to tell Dad what we heard,” he whispered with a hint of urgency in his voice. He hoped that if they told their father, Ezekiel would finally believe them. If their mom didn’t, he hoped their dad would. Vera nodded in agreement. Genesis gave a slight nod too, trusting Vince’s lead. Together, the three of them hurried across the hall, weaving through the guests to find Ezekiel.Meanwhile, Ezekiel was standing near the entrance of the event hall, greeting his parents, Emily and Leonardo, who had arrived unexpectedly. “I’m glad you both came,” Ezekiel said, trying to keep his tone neutral but genuinely wanting them to understand that he appreciated the gesture.While his relationship with his parents had always been complicated, tonight Ezekiel was hoping things might be different. He was proud of what Vivienne had achieved and wanted to share it with them, even though he knew there was tension between his parents
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Get Aton’s Phone
VIVIENNE TOOK A deep breath as she stepped up to the microphone at the edge of the stage. The event finally began and the room quieted down as she looked out at the audience. She smiled, glancing briefly at her collection, all ready to debut.“Good evening, everyone,” she began. “Thank you for being here tonight. I am thrilled to introduce my newest line—a line dedicated to the beauty of simplicity and elegance.” Her words were simple, just as she’d practiced, but they held pride. After a few more words of introduction, she stepped back, and the models began to walk the runway, showcasing each design she had poured her heart into.As the show went on, Vivienne watched each model glide down the runway in her creations. Everything was going smoothly, just as she’d hoped. She allowed herself a moment to relax, feeling at ease now that her designs were finally being showcased. But then, her eyes wandered to the VIP seats, searching for Aton. She scanned the rows quickly, but he was nowh
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Screwed Up
VINCE, GENESIS, AND VERA sat closely together in a dark corner of the venue, away from the crowd. Vince had his laptop open which, fortunately, he brought with him tonight. His fingers were already flying over the keyboard as he worked on hacking into Aton’s phone. Genesis was beside him and leaning in closely while Vera was peeking over their shoulders, trying to understand what they were doing.Vince looked determined as he tapped on his keyboard, muttering to himself. Genesis gave him a supportive nod. “Try using a basic bypass first,” Genesis suggested. “I doubt Aton would think to add extra security.”“Good idea,” Vince replied, focusing hard. “Once I’m in, I’ll look for his messaging app. That’s probably where he’s hidden everything.”Vera blinked, completely lost. “Um…what am I supposed to do?” she asked, looking between them with wide eyes. She wasn’t sure how she could help but wanted to be useful.Vince smiled at her. “Just be our lookout, okay? Let us know if anyone’s co
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Turned The Tables
EZEKIEL“Sir, there’s something unusual here.” I held my phone tightly as I listened closely to Brooks on the other end. For a moment, I excused myself to Vivienne. I told her I would just find the kids but the truth was, I’d communicate with Brooks. After the kids decided to make a move, I also did by my assistant to check any suspicious people in the event. “A few men I don’t recognize are moving around the venue. They look… well, let’s just say they don’t look like regular guests,” Brooks added. The noise of the event was faint in the background, but Brooks’s voice was calm and steady.I frowned as I leaned against the wall to block out some of the noise around me. “Suspicious, you say? Are they looking for something in particular?”Brooks paused like he was carefully observing them before answering. “It seems that way. I’ve seen at least two of them scanning the crowd, like they’re searching for someone.”I considered his words, trying to piece it together. My first thought we
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE This Can’t Be Real
VIVIENNE“Every piece that just went down that runway—stunning!” Piper commented while grinning as she nudged my shoulder. “You’re a genius, you know that?”I laughed softly. Just now, every item of clothes I created was worn on the runway, and I was relieved that nobody made a mistake. “It wouldn’t have been possible without the team, or you both here tonight.” I glanced over at Jeremy, who was nodding, clearly enjoying Piper’s enthusiasm.“Yeah, the whole show looked amazing,” Jeremy added, adjusting his glasses. “Everything came together perfectly.”Piper elbowed him lightly. “You sound so serious, Jeremy. Loosen up! It’s a celebration, not an interview.”Jeremy rolled his eyes but cracked a smile. “Alright, alright. But someone’s gotta keep the praise grounded, Piper. Don’t want Vivienne’s head getting too big.”“Oh, please,” Piper shot back, laughing. “A little ego boost never hurt anybody, and Vivienne deserves it!”Watching the two of them banter back and forth made me smile.
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CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Special Chapter IV
EZEKIEL NEVER THOUGHT he’d feel so nervous, yet here he was. He couldn’t help but pace back and forth in the hospital room while Vivienne lay on the bed, breathing deeply as another contraction hit. His palms were sweaty and his heart was racing so damn fast. He couldn’t even sit down for a second. This was nothing like the business meetings, nothing like the deals he’d spent his life preparing for. This was something else. He’d missed the birth of the twins, and he knew he couldn’t miss a second of this moment with Vivienne.He’d missed the birth of the twins, and he knew he couldn’t miss a second of this moment with Vivienne. Back then, he hadn’t been there to hold her hand, to see the twins take their first breaths. This time, he’d promised himself he’d be present, no matter how terrifying it felt. Vivienne noticed his restless pacing and reached out to catch his hand, tugging gently. “Zeke, calm down,” she said, chuckling despite her pain.He stopped, looking down at her, his
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Special Chapter III
VINCE WAS SITTING alone in the school canteen while he was lost in his own thoughts. Unlike his twin sister, he wasn’t worried at all about having a new sibling. In fact, he was excited. He couldn’t wait to have someone younger around to teach things to, especially about computers and coding. He’d already planned it out in his head that he’d show their new sibling all the basics, and someday, they’d be able to talk about complex stuff too. Just the thought of it made him smile.As he stared into space while planning all the lessons he’d someday teach, someone placed a small box in front of him. Vince blinked when his train of thought was interrupted. He looked down at the box, noticing it was wrapped neatly with a bow on top. Then he looked up and saw Maesei, the little girl he, Vera, and Genesis had helped when she was being bullied a while back.Maesei was standing there, looking shy and nervous. Her cheeks were red and she avoided his gaze, looking down at the table instead.Vin
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Special Chapter II
GENESIS SPOTTED VERA sitting alone on the bleachers, looking lost in thought as she watched Vince at his soccer practice. She was unusually quiet, her small frame slumped forward, and her chin rested on her hands. Genesis found this strange. Usually, Vera was energetic and loud, always cheering for her brother or chatting away.With a grin, Genesis walked over and sat down beside her. “Hey,” he said, nudging her gently. “Why do you look so sad? Thinking too hard?”To his surprise, Vera’s lip started to tremble, and before he knew it, tears spilled down her cheeks. She let out a small, choked sob, and then it came—all the tears she had held back, spilling out in big, messy drops.Genesis's eyes widened and he instantly panicked. “Whoa, hey, hey—what’s wrong, Vera?” He fumbled, trying to figure out what to do. He’d never seen her cry like this before. “Did something happen?”Vera shook her head but kept crying, covering her face with her hands. Feeling helpless, Genesis reached over
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Special Chapter I
THE AFTER-PARTY was winding down and Piper was more than a little tipsy. She leaned heavily on Jeremy, her bubbly personality even more vibrant after a few too many glasses of champagne. Jeremy sighed, his arm steady around her as he led her through the crowded room.“Come on, Piper,” he said while rying to sound patient. “Let’s get you home.”Piper let out a laugh as she rolled her eyes. “Oh, Jeremy, you’re so lame! Why didn’t you drink anything tonight? There were bottles of wine that cost more than you’d make in a month! You could’ve at least had one!”Jeremy shook his head, guiding her carefully through the doorway. “I don’t drink much. Besides, someone had to be responsible for you,” he said in a calm voice. She threw him a mock offended look, then smirked. “Oh, please. Responsible? You’re missing out! Once-in-a-blue-moon kind of party, and you’re just standing there, drinking water. So boring.”He just nodded, too tired to argue. He knew she was half-joking, half-serious, but
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE EPILOGUE IV
EZEKIELForgiving isn’t easy. It’s one of the hardest things you can do, especially when the person who hurt you is someone you once trusted, someone you loved deeply. I’d always respected people who could forgive the ones who wronged them, who could find it in their hearts to let go of pain and bitterness. And tonight, watching Vivienne, I felt my admiration for her grow even more.I thought I’d reached the limit of how much I could love her, but seeing her forgive my mother—that changed things. Vivienne had already forgiven me before, a forgiveness I never thought I deserved but clung to, knowing how lucky I was to have it. And now, she was doing the same for my mother. I looked at Vivienne, her calm expression, her steady gaze, and I couldn’t help but feel grateful. She was truly incredible, a woman who could forgive despite the hurt, and in that moment, I knew I was the luckiest man alive.After my mother’s apology, we found a quieter spot away from everyone else. I turned to V
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE EPILOGUE III
VIVIENNEIt was never too late to rise up again after you’ve hit rock bottom. I’d learned that lesson over and over, but standing here now, it finally felt real. So many times, I thought that scandal with Aton would destroy everything I’d worked for. I worried people would only ever see me as the woman caught up in a messy scheme, but here I was, with a new chapter in front of me. This was my second chance—not just to clear my name, but to make it stronger than ever. Viatrix. That name still had power, still had life.I looked around the room, taking in all the smiles and congratulatory handshakes. Ezekiel and I had just launched our fashion line that we had been working on, and the event couldn’t have gone any better. Everywhere I turned, there were people celebrating with us, praising the collection, the designs, the way we had merged our ideas and brought something beautiful to life. For the first time in a long time, I felt truly proud of myself and what I had accomplished ag
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE EPILOGUE II
EZEKIELIt was never too late to change. I knew that now. I wouldn’t deny to myself or to anyone else that I had made mistakes before. Too many to count, honestly. I’d been an ass. I didn’t know what I really wanted back then. I wasn’t sure of what the right thing was or how to treat Vivienne the way she deserved. I’d lost sight of things, caught up in my own mess, letting my insecurities and past hold me back. But now, standing here in Switzerland, away from the noise and all the misunderstandings, I felt something I’d never felt before—a clear sense of certainty. I loved her. I loved Vivienne in a way that was different, in a way that wasn’t clouded by doubt or fear. She was the woman I wanted to spend my life with, and I’d failed to see that in the past. But I had the chance to make it right, and I wasn’t going to let it slip by.The soft breeze carried the scent of lilies as I stood at the end of the aisle, waiting for Vivienne. My heart pounded, and I could feel the tears gather
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE EPILOGUE I
VIVIENNEBefore, I was just dreaming of a good husband. A husband who would love me, who would prioritize me, who would stand by my side no matter what. It felt like a faraway wish, something I’d only imagine late at night. When I first married Ezekiel, it wasn’t like that at all. He only married me because he felt he had to; it was a shotgun marriage after all, coming right after the surprise of my pregnancy.Back then, Ezekiel couldn’t even get over his ex, Alex. I knew it. Everyone knew it. I always felt like a stand-in, a shadow, never really the one he wanted. I was just a substitute. But now, looking at him today—seeing him boldly defend me, even against his own parents—I can’t ignore how deeply he’s changed. Before, Ezekiel always followed his parents’ words without question, like he was bound by some invisible chain. They had such a hold over him, and I’d come to accept that their influence would always come first. So now, seeing him stand up to them—for my sake, no less—fe
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Finally Free
EZEKIELMy fists balled as I scanned through each line of conversation on Vince’s laptop. Each word felt like a punch. And I gritted my teeth, trying to contain the anger boiling within me. Genesis had been right. It was real that the contents from Aton’s phone had transferred over. Everything was here—messages, plans, and schemes that Aton and my own fucking father had discussed. Each message was worse than the last, detailing how they intended to bring down Vivienne and tarnish everything she’d worked for. I could feel Alice and Ronaldo leaning in, reading over my shoulder. Alice gasped, covering her mouth as her face turned pale. She shook her head. “I can’t believe they could plan something so evil,” she whispered, horrified.Ronaldo’s expression darkened, his eyes sharp and filled with rage. “This won’t slide,” he said firmly, his voice low and steady. “I won’t let them get away with this.”His words fueled my resolve. I nodded, swallowing hard, though my mind was racing. Ju
