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CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Can You Be Our Dad, Mr. Handsome?
EZEKIEL STEPPED OUT of the crowded party, needing a moment to unwind after the drama with Vivienne and Alex. The fresh air was a relief as he walked away from the noise and tension. He had left Alex inside, chatting with the guests, and found himself a quiet corner near the garden. As he stood there to take deep breaths, he noticed a little girl standing alone by a fountain. She wore a cute gown that looked a bit too formal for her small frame. Something about her struck a chord in him. He felt a sense of familiarity and connection between him and the girl. The girl looked lost, her eyes wide and searching.Ezekiel approached her gently, not wanting to scare her. “Hey there, are you okay?” he asked, his voice soft and kind.The girl looked up at him, her eyes brightening. “I’m lost, Sir,” she admitted using her cute voice. “I can’t find my brother or my mom.”He knelt down to her level, offering a reassuring smile. “Don’t worry, we’ll find them. What’s your name?”“I’m Vera,” she s
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE I Really Don't Know
VIVIENNEPiper visited me at my studio the next morning, curiosity written all over her face. The studio, with its high ceilings and bright windows, was my sanctuary. Whether it was my studio in New York or here in Paris. My studio was where I poured my heart into my designs, where I felt most in control. But today, it was also where I would have to face the reality of the previous night."So, Viv, what happened at the party?" Piper asked, settling into a chair by my desk. She looked around at the sketches and fabric swatches scattered everywhere, but her focus remained on me.As usual, she felt at home in my studio. I sighed, setting down my pencil and halting on designing a purple outfit for Vera’s new doll which she requested. "It was a mess, Piper. If only you were there. Ezekiel and Alex were present, and of course, drama followed,” I said. Piper’s eyes widened with concern. "What did your ex-husband do?""He had the nerve to ask how I’ve been all these years, as if he cares,"
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Who's The Hacker?
IN VIVIENNE’S HEAD, Piper’s question still echoed even though she was all alone. She had been avoiding thinking about when she would tell Ezekiel about Vera and Vince but now, she was reminded that it was inevitable. Vivienne stood on the balcony of her room in the hotel. It was night, and the Eiffel Tower sparkled brilliantly in the distance. The sight was beautiful, almost magical. As she looked down, she saw couples walking hand in hand, enjoying the evening. One couple with two kids caught her eye and made her feel a pang of bitterness crept within her. She couldn't help but wonder what it would be like if things had been different for her and Ezekiel.She finally let her guard down, allowing herself to feel the fear and uncertainty that had been haunting her. She was afraid of the moment she would have to introduce Ezekiel to the kids as their father. What if he denied them again? What if the kids got hurt? These thoughts plagued her, making her feel vulnerable and anxious.Viv
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE I Hope Your Gamble Pays Off
EZEKIELThe digital clock on my desk continued to tick away the seconds as I sat in my office, each one seeming to drag on longer than the last. My team had been putting in a lot of effort to track down the hacker who was interfering with us, but we had not been successful in doing so. About the deleted files, luckily, we had backups. Still, it was a must to hunt that hacker. I massaged my temples, trying to dismiss the growing headache.“Any updates on the hacker?” I asked, looking at my head of cybersecurity, Mark.He shook his head, looking as frustrated as I felt. “Nothing concrete yet, Sir. Whoever this is, they’re good. The ‘V’ mark is the only consistent clue we have, but it’s not enough to trace them. We’re doing everything we can.”I sighed, leaning back in my chair. “Keep at it. We need to get this under control.”Mark nodded and left the room, leaving me alone with my thoughts. I couldn’t shake the feeling of worry that had settled in my chest since this hacker had star
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE I'll Take Her Home
VIVIENNEI couldn't believe what Alex had said! She hopes my gamble pays off? With the way she said it, it seemed like she couldn’t wait for this collaboration to fail! It was irritating! Her comments echoed in my mind, causing me to feel under pressure that I didn't want to admit. I tried not to lose my cool, to look unfazed and calm, but on the inside, I was boiling. Alex always had a way of getting under my skin and making things more difficult than they needed to be. Alright. Calm down, Vivienne. You should be happy Even so, I couldn't help but sense the annoyance that was brewing beneath my cool surface.I tried to hide my irritation as I said goodbye to Ezekiel and fake a smile as I left his office. However, Ezekiel insisted on walking me to the parking lot before I could leave.He said, "Vivienne, let me walk you to your car."I looked at him and then at Alex, who was standing close by, and hesitated for a second. “It’s really not necessary, Ezekiel. I’ll be fine.”“I insist
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Promise I Couldn't Keep
EZEKIEL “Thank you, Ezekiel,” Vivienne said softly, tearing her gaze away from me and looking at Jeremy. “But I think Jeremy’s right. We need a lot to catch up.”Vivienne chose to ride with Jeremy instead. A pang of jealousy shot through me, but I couldn't admit it to myself. Watching them together, I couldn't stand Jeremy, who was obviously into Vivienne. But since Vivienne had already made her decision, I just forced a nod. “Make sure to message me once you get home safely,” I said. “Of course. Thank you,” Vivienne nodded back. I watched as she walked towards Jeremy’s car. My chest tightened when I saw Jeremy put a seatbelt on her. I gritted my teeth, trying to suppress the irritation bubbling inside me. What was it about Jeremy that made him think he could get so close to her?Seeing Jeremy fuss over Vivienne ignited a surge of protective instinct I hadn’t felt in years. Even though we were long over, it stung to see her so comfortable with another man. As I watched them, a pi
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE Perfect Daddy
VIVIENNEI didn’t like the pain I felt when I chose Jeremy over Ezekiel but I knew this was what I had to do. Even as I settled into the passenger seat of Jeremy’s car, my mind and eyes were on Ezekiel and his green eyes looking at us bitterly. He was a blur. I couldn’t decipher if he was hurt because he still had feelings for me or if his ego was simply bruised. It was difficult to tell with him. He always had a way of masking his true emotions. Still, a part of me felt satisfied that I had managed to dent his ego. After all the pain he had caused in my life, it felt like a small victory.“Let me put your seatbelt real quick,” Jeremy spoke which caught my full attention. Before I could even argue, he had already gone closer to me and fastened my seatbelt. “Uh… thanks,” I uttered awkwardly. “So, Vivienne.” Jeremy flashed a warm smile. “how about we grab lunch together? It would be nice to catch up properly.”I smiled back, appreciating his friendly demeanor. “I’d like that, Jerem
CHASING THE BILLIONAIRE'S SUBSTITUTE EX-WIFE A Kid Like Him
EZEKIELI spent the entire night waiting for Vivienne to message me, but she never did. It kept me up, tossing and turning, my mind racing with thoughts and questions. Why didn't she message me? Was she okay? Did something happen? Did Jeremy actually take her home or did they eat first?By morning, I was exhausted and still had no answers. If Alex didn’t call me, I wouldn’t be distracted from my thoughts. “Kiel, are you up?” Alex asked me as soon as I answered her call. Her voice was tinged with urgency. “Something came up, and I can’t get to my niece’s dance class. Could you please pick her up for me?”Reluctantly, I agreed, figuring it would be a good distraction from my restless night. “Alright. I’ll handle it.”“Thank you so much,” she replied, relief evident in her voice. “Her class ends in half an hour. I’ll text you the address.”After hanging up, I got ready and headed to the dance studio. The drive over was a welcome diversion from thinking about Vivienne and Jeremy. When
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