Contract Marriage With The Cold Hearted Billionaire

Contract Marriage With The Cold Hearted Billionaire

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"Five million dollars for a fake marriage? Do you think I'm that desperate?" Evelyn hissed. Ethan's lips curled into a cold smirk. "Desperate enough to save your brother's life?" ****************** Evelyn's world shatters when her brother falls critically ill. Desperate for money to save him, she reluctantly agrees to a shocking proposal from billionaire Ethan Maverick - a marriage of convenience. As they fake a relationship to save Ethan's public image, unexpected feelings begin to grow. But dark secrets from the past threaten to tear them apart. In a world of lies and betrayal, can Evelyn and Ethan find real love? Or will their deal destroy them both?

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CHAPTER 1

"The clock’s ticking, Mrs Martin's. And I'm not sure how much more time Jake has.” Evelyn held her breath as Dr. Patel's words filled his office. The doctor gave her a pitying look as she tried to focus on his moving lips, her mind already calculating the mounting bills that threatened to drown them. Jake had been so sick lately that she'd missed three shifts at the bar already this week. Like the devoted sister she was, she'd done everything possible to keep him comfortable and cared for, working double shifts and overtime until her feet bled in her worn shoes. She had made it her mission to give him the best care possible since their parents' death, picking up every extra job she could find. It was never enough for his condition, but little things like extra night shifts and selling their old possessions would surely help with the medical bills. Only she had frozen in horror when Dr. Patel mentioned the new treatment costs. The numbers stared back at her, very large on the pape...

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20 Chapters
CHAPTER 1
"The clock’s ticking, Mrs Martin's. And I'm not sure how much more time Jake has.” Evelyn held her breath as Dr. Patel's words filled his office. The doctor gave her a pitying look as she tried to focus on his moving lips, her mind already calculating the mounting bills that threatened to drown them. Jake had been so sick lately that she'd missed three shifts at the bar already this week. Like the devoted sister she was, she'd done everything possible to keep him comfortable and cared for, working double shifts and overtime until her feet bled in her worn shoes. She had made it her mission to give him the best care possible since their parents' death, picking up every extra job she could find. It was never enough for his condition, but little things like extra night shifts and selling their old possessions would surely help with the medical bills. Only she had frozen in horror when Dr. Patel mentioned the new treatment costs. The numbers stared back at her, very large on the pape
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CHAPTER 2
Evelyn made a quick sign of the cross while she walked to Mr. Garrett's office. She stopped at his door and ran her palms down her uniform, trying to look presentable before she knocked. "Come in." His voice called from inside. She pushed open the heavy door and peeked inside. Her boss sat behind his huge desk as he flipped through a magazine. He raised his head when she entered, his eyes following her every move. Evelyn cleared her dry throat. "Mr. Garrett? About yesterday's conversation..." "Ah, Evelyn." He tossed the magazine onto his desk and gave her a wide smile. "I've been expecting you. Come in, come in." She couldn't believe how nice he suddenly seemed. Her feet moved forward slowly as she tried to gather courage. "I was wondering..." She licked her dry lips. "If we could talk about the raise again." "Of course." Mr. Garrett pushed himself up from his chair. His smile grew wider as he walked around his desk. "I've been thinking about it. I'm sure we can work something ou
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CHAPTER 3
The hospital doors flew open as Evelyn bursted through them. The phone call from moments ago kept replaying in her head - Jake's condition had worsened, and the bills were now urgently due. She didn't even wait to catch her breath before rushing into Dr. Patel's office. "How is this possible?" she gasped and gripped the back of a chair for support. "You mentioned last time that his condition was stable for now." Dr. Patel barely looked up from his computer screen. "I told you his condition could worsen at any time. This isn't something we can control." "Please," Evelyn's voice cracked. "Just give me more time. I can find the money, I swear." "Time?" Dr. Patel scoffed as he finally meeting her gaze. "Your brother doesn't have time. Either you produce the funds, or we'll have to consider other options." Evelyn's mind raced. Why was this happening now? She'd just lost her job, and now Jake's life was hanging by a thread. "Can I at least see him?" she pleaded. "No," Dr. Patel said fl
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CHAPTER 4
Evelyn climbed the stairs to her apartment, feeling completely drained. Another rejection - her fifth one this week. They'd barely glanced at her resume before showing her the door. Each day left her feeling like she was running out of options. While digging for her keys, her apartment door suddenly opened. She looked up to find Mia Chen standing there, her long black hair falling over her shoulders. Even though Mia was the daughter of Vitalis Pharmaceutical's CEO, she never acted like it mattered. She loved Evelyn like a sister and couldn't care less about their different backgrounds. "Oh honey," Mia sighed, seeing her friend's sad face. She pulled her into a hug. "No luck today either?" Evelyn hugged her best friend back tightly. They'd been friends for seven years, ever since college. They were an unlikely pair - the struggling orphan and the rich heiress. But their friendship was stronger than any of that. "They took one look at my resume and pretty much pushed me out," Evely
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CHAPTER 5
"What? Twenty million dollars and Jake's treatment? What are you waiting for?" Mia's eyes widened as she paced around Evelyn's small living room, her designer heels clicking against the floor.Evelyn sat slumped on the couch, her head in her hands. She had just finished recounting the events of the previous day, and the weight of Ethan Maverick's offer hung heavy in the air. She looked up at her friend, exhaustion written across her face. "I'll never marry someone who thinks the world revolves around him. The man's ego is bigger than his bank account."Mia stopped pacing and turned to face Evelyn, her hands on her hips. "But it's fake, Evie. A contract. It's not like you have to actually fall in love with the guy."Evelyn stood up, her voice rising with frustration. "It's not about love, Mia. It's about dignity. I won't sell myself cheap, not even for twenty million.""Cheap?" Mia scoffed, picking up a framed photo of Jake from the coffee table. "Twenty million is hardly cheap. And wh
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CHAPTER 6
Evelyn's heels clicked against the floor as she entered the imposing Maverick Industries building. The lobby bustled with activity, men and women in suits hurrying past her. At the reception desk, a slim man with glasses greeted her with a practiced smile. "Ms. Martin? I'm David, Mr. Maverick's assistant. Please, follow me." He led her through corridors to an oak door. "Mr. Maverick is occupied at the moment. He'll join you shortly." David gestured for her to enter. As the door closed behind her, Evelyn muttered under her breath, "Busy indeed. He has time to make my life miserable, but not to meet me on time." She surveyed the office, her eyes drawn to a shelf lined with awards. Stepping closer, she read the inscriptions, each one displaying the achievements of Ethan. "Admiring my achievements?" Ethan's voice startled her. She whirled around to face him. "Just wondering how many of these you actually earned yourself." He felt annoyed at once but immediately brushed it
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chapter 7
An empty cardboard box sat at Evelyn's feet as she stared into her open closet. Today is the day. She had today to pack up her entire life, but she couldn't even fold a single shirt. Her fingers trailed over the worn jacket she'd bought with her first bartending tips, the black dress from her parents' funeral, the oversized sweater Jake had given her last Christmas.But before any of those, her hand reached for the worn teddy bear sitting on the top shelf. It was faded now, its once-bright brown fur dulled by years of holding, of crying, of remembering. The bear was old, with a small patch sewn roughly onto its side where it had been torn during the accident. Her father's voice echoed in her memory, a whisper from that terrible night:"Keep this bear with you, Evelyn. Promise me. Never lose it."Those were almost the last words he'd spoken, his voice weak but urgent, his hand clutching hers as the ambulance lights flashed around them. She'd been fifteen then, covered in glass and blo
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chapter 8
Twenty minutes later, Evelyn found herself driving through the most exclusive neighborhood she'd ever seen. Mansions lined the winding road, each more impressive than the last. She double-checked the address on her phone, certain there must be some mistake.But then she saw it – a massive iron gate with an ornate 'M' worked into the design. The gates swung open automatically as she approached, making her jump. "Well, that's not creepy at all," she muttered.The driveway seemed to go on forever, perfect gardens stretching out on either side. When the house finally came into view, Evelyn's jaw dropped.It was enormous – a modern masterpiece of glass and stone that somehow managed to look both imposing and elegant. Floor-to-ceiling windows reflected the late afternoon sun, and a fountain danced in the driveway.Inside, the foyer took her breath away. The ceiling soared two stories high, with a crystal chandelier that must have cost more than her entire apartment building. Original artwor
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Chapter 9
"Are you completely insane?" Evelyn's voice shook as she stared at Ethan in the parked car. "You couldn't have warned me about this earlier?" Ethan's jaw tightened. "If I had, you would have spent hours overthinking it. This way is better." "Better? I'm about to meet your entire family without any preparation!" Her hands trembled slightly as she smoothed down her dress. "I don't know anything about them, or what to say, or—" "Then listen carefully," Ethan cut in. "My father, Harrison, runs everything. He'll be watching your every move, so keep your answers simple. My stepmother Regina will try to catch you off guard - don't let her. Just smile and be charming." Evelyn took a deep breath, fighting back the panic building up. "Anything else I should know before walking into this nightmare?" “Yes. Our make-believe story.” His eyes locked with hers. “We met at a charity gala three months ago. Keep it simple - the less you say, the less chance you'll slip up." They walked up the drive
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Chapter 10
“I believe we've already—"Lucas started."—heard so much about each other," Evelyn cut in quickly, her heart pounding. "Ethan's told me wonderful things about his family."Lucas raised an eyebrow but shrugged it off. "Has he? How... thorough of him."Harrison clapped his hands together. "Shall we move to the dining room? I'm sure we all have much to discuss."The dining room took Evelyn's breath away. Crystal glasses lined the table , and what looked like real gold glided the ceiling. The table seemed to stretch for miles, set with more forks and spoons than she'd ever seen in her life.Regina's fingers wrapped around her wine glass as she studied Evelyn. "So dear, tell us about your background. Your family must be so proud of this... match."Evelyn's hand trembled as she reached for what she hoped was the right fork. Her mind raced, trying to remember which one was for salad. Before she could make the wrong choice, Ethan smoothly switched their place settings while pretending to reac
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