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2025-03-04 12:22:53"What I heard—is it true, Mrs. Warren? Did you really change your job?" Franklyn asked, raising an eyebrow.
I hadn’t planned on meeting him, especially since I still had a lot to do at my new job. Plus, I wasn’t ready to tell him the truth just yet—I knew he’d tease me endlessly about it. But it seemed I had no choice now that he already knew. News spreads quickly, especially since I’m Yohan’s wife and part of the Warren family. Information about us never stays secret for long.
Franklyn had arranged to meet me at a restaurant not far from the Warren Building. I wasn’t comfortable going to Yohan’s company with him, so I took the initiative to meet him instead.
"Yeah. That’s what Dad wanted, and before I could even ma
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I still couldn't find my voice, and even now, I couldn't believe what I had witnessed.Why does Yohan have a gun?Is he part of a syndicate?Why does he own a gun, and more importantly, why does he seem completely unafraid to use it?"Let's grab a meal at the restaurant before heading home."I glanced at Yohan as he spoke. We usually went home together because that was what he preferred. Fortunately, he seemed calm now, and my fear and anxiety had somewhat subsided.Yohan chose where we would eat, and soon, we arrived at a Spanish restaurant. When he parked the car, I quietly stepped out and follow
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I’m still not satisfied with what Yohan told me. It feels like he’s hiding something, and I need to find out the truth.“Ma’am Cosette?”I blinked and looked up as Alice called my name. She was already here. Earlier, I had given her a small task to help me gather some information.“Did you find anything?” I asked seriously.Alice nodded, locked my office door, and approached me.“I spoke with some employees here at Sir Zion’s company, Ma’am. They said your husband is indeed strict and intimidating. Many have been dismissed simply because he didn’t like their work. Sometimes, Sir Zion even humiliates employees in public to instill fear, ensuring others don’t make mistakes. However, some believe he does this to prevent laziness and push everyone to excel,” Alice explained.I bit my lip, deep in thought. ‘Maybe Yohan also dismissed the man I saw in his office. He really is a devil in disguise. No wonder people call him that—he truly embraces his ruthless nature.’“Is that all you found o
Last Updated : 2025-03-05Forced To be Mrs. Billionaire XXVII
Because of what I said to Yohan, he stopped talking to me and avoided looking in my direction. Was he feeling awkward? Uncomfortable after hearing that? What if I told him I loved him too? He might just bolt from where he's standing and never speak to me again. Tsk."Why is my princess frowning, hmm?"I turned to look at Franklyn as he spoke. This guy again—always showing up unannounced in my office! I've told him countless times not to come here and that I’d be the one to meet him instead, but no matter what I say, he remains stubborn. Honestly, he's the most stubborn Carrington I’ve ever known, followed closely by his only sister, Farrah."What do you want, Frank? How many times do I have to remind you not to come to my office?!" I snapped irritably.He smirked and chuckled, standing there unfazed."You want me to leave?" he asked melodramatically.I shot him a glare and threw my pen at him, but he caught it effortlessly and burst into laughter."You just can't resist me, huh?" he t
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I swallowed hard, my heart pounding as I glanced at the door, double-checking that it was locked.My office was soundproof, and no one could see inside from the outside.Looks like my office is about to witness something... special.Then Yohan leaned back in my swivel chair, his expression serious as he looked at me."Strip."I blinked, staring at him in shock."Strip and dance in my lap."I felt lightheaded. Was I really about to do this?The noise outside my office was unmistakable—the hum of computers, the whir of printers, employees chatting and laughing, papers rustling. It was nearly impossible to focus with all the distractions.Why did I even think of this?!We should have done this at home, where there would be no interruptions—where the surroundings were quiet.And yet, here we were."Cosette," Yohan called out in his deep, commanding voice.I bit my lip and looked at him again."C-Can't we do this at home, Yohan? I promise I won't tire easily. I'll indulge you all night if
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"Ma'am Cosette? Wake up, Ma'am."I woke with a start at the sound of Alice's voice and the light tapping on my shoulder. Blinking to clear my blurry vision, I rubbed my eyes. When my sight adjusted, I saw my secretary, Alice, standing in front of me, seemingly waiting for me to wake up. My eyes widened as memories of what had happened in my office earlier flooded my mind.I quickly sat up from the couch and glanced at my desk. A relieved sigh escaped me when I saw it was tidy—completely free of the mess Yohan and I had made. Did he clean up while I was sleeping? I checked myself next and found that I was fully dressed, my clothes neatly in place, my hair well-groomed. Did Yohan do this? Or was it Alice?"Ma’am, Sir Zion instructed me to wake you up when it was 4 PM, and it’s 4 PM now. Sir Zion is still in a meeting, so he asked you to wait for him in his office since you’ll be leaving together," Alice informed me.Still feeling drowsy, I furrowed my brows but understood what she said.
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Until I left for work, Zion Yohan Warren still hadn't come home. Where had he slept? Where had he eaten last night?I wanted to be mad at him—truthfully, I was irritated—but my worry for Yohan overshadowed everything else, especially since I hadn’t received a single text or call from him. I tried calling again, but his phone was already out of coverage.As I drove to the Warren Empire, anxiety gnawed at me. Was Yohan okay? Should I just call Lenore and ask if she knew where he was?The moment I arrived at the company, I headed straight for Yohan’s office, determined to find him and check if he was already there. Gosh, I was getting too paranoid. It was infuriating.Upon entering the Warren Empire, I walked briskly through the building. Employees greeted me as I passed, but I only nodded in acknowledgment, too preoccupied to stop.When I reached our office floor, I ignored Alice calling my name outside my door and went straight to Yohan’s office. Without knocking, I pushed the door ope
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Yohan's words still echo in my mind, haunting me even now. I can’t focus on my work, and I keep zoning out whenever I remember the heated argument we had in his office. Do I deserve to be spoken to with such hurtful words? I’ve been a kind and obedient wife to him!"Ma'am Cosette, you have a meeting today with the department heads, and Sir Zion will also be there."I blinked and looked up upon hearing my secretary’s voice. I’m still in my office—I haven’t left since Yohan stormed out, leaving me there. I don’t want to see him because it will only hurt me more. I refuse to cry again; my eyes are already stinging from earlier."Wi-Will Yohan attend?" I asked Alice weakly.She nodded. I know she already mentioned that Yohan would be there, but I still want to be sure. If he’s attending, then I won’t go. I don’t want to see him right now, especially since I’ll have to face him again when I go home later—unless he doesn’t come home tonight, like last night. Tsk. I hope he really doesn’t co
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I can now become an actress. I'm excellent at acting—making everything seem fine, making my relationship with Yohan appear perfect. We had a quarrel after I spent the night at Franklyn's condo unit. I had already expected it because Yohan hates it when his ego is bruised. He doesn't love me, yet at the same time, he doesn't want to see me with someone else. He's angry with me for staying at Franklyn's condo? What business is it of his?! He didn’t even bother to message me that he wouldn’t be coming home that night, leaving me worried sick about him.Today marks the grand opening of the new Warren Empire Hotel, an event attended by numerous guests from the business world. The new model representing Warren Hotel will also be introduced, someone who will serve as the face of Warren Hotels and Casinos. I have no idea who this model is because I didn’t attend the meeting—my resentment toward Yohan kept me away at the time.I’ve been avoiding Yohan for days, refusing to talk to him even whe
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Cosette’s POVI'm outside my house right now, facing my laptop while I'm working. Our company allows us to work from home sometimes, and I'm working from home today. While I'm working here outside my house, I can't help but look at the scenery because I can see the mountain I used to hike with my Swiss friends. I haven't been able to hike recently because I'm busy with my job.I paused from my work when I heard my phone ring. I couldn't help but feel excited and eager when I saw who was calling. I quickly answered it and leaned back in my chair. Ah, my angel is calling me."Mommy Cosette!" he exclaimed from the other line as I answered his call.I chuckled softly and replied, "Yes, pretty boy? I missed you! When are you coming home?""I don't know, Mommy Cosette! But Papa Franklyn said we would visit you there on the weekend," he replied from the other line.I closed my eyes and hugged myself while talking to him on the other line. "I miss you so much, Baby. I wish you were with me,"
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Yohan’s POV"Sir, Mrs. Cosette has already left, and she's on the plane heading to Switzerland."I closed my eyes and sighed deeply as my secretary delivered the news. I gestured for her to leave my office, and as I heard the door shut, I opened my eyes again, staring blankly.Because of my eagerness to fulfill my revenge plan that I had been plotting for a long time, I lost the person who made me feel complete again. I lost my wife and our angel because of my stupidity. This is the first time I have felt this pain again in my whole life. The last time I felt this pain was when my parents died. I never thought I would fall for the daughter of my enemy, the daughter of the one who betrayed my parents.I took a
