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From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 25. AN ANGEL
SOPHIA A soft beeping sound pulled me back to consciousness. My eyelids felt heavy as I forced them open, blinking against the bright light. The sterile smell of antiseptic filled my nose, and as I turned my head slightly, I saw the IV drip attached to my arm. Where am I? My body ached all over, but I wasn’t in pain...just weak. Then it all came rushing back. The fire. The ropes around my wrists. Victor’s cold eyes as he kicked my chair over, leaving me to burn. A gasp escaped my lips as my breathing quickened. My chest felt tight, my heart pounding. I should be dead. I remembered the flames creeping closer, the suffocating heat pressing against my skin. I had been sure that was the end. But I was here. I was alive. Tears pricked my eyes, and I swallowed the lump in my throat. “Do not cry, okay?” The deep voice startled me. I turned sharply, my body tensing as I saw a man sitting beside my bed. He was a stranger. Strong features. Sharp jawline. D
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-01-31From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 26. MARRY ME
CALEB I sat quietly, watching her. She was exhausted, both physically and emotionally. I could see it in the way her fingers trembled slightly, in the way her eyes carried a weight too heavy for her to bear. Now that I had found her, I couldn’t let her go. But I couldn’t tell her the truth, either. Not yet. She looked up at me, her brows slightly furrowed. “Why don’t you want me to go?” I leaned forward. “Well....because...because you need help, Sophia.” She shook her head. “I appreciate what you've done for me, Caleb. Truly. But I can’t accept your help any further. I don’t want to be a burden,” she continued. “I’ll be fine in the countryside. I’ll find a way to take care of myself and my child.” I clenched my jaw. “Sophia, you can barely stand on your own. The doctor said you need complete bed rest for at least a month. You’re lacking the proper vitamins, and if you push yourself, you’ll lose the baby.” She flinched slightly, her hand instinctively moving to her
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-03From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 27. WHY?
SOPHIA Everything felt surreal. Nothing made sense. Why would a man like Caleb...a man so handsome, so kind...want to marry me? I wasn’t naive. From his clothes, his expensive watch, and the hospital he had brought me to, it was obvious he wasn’t poor. Maybe he wasn’t as wealthy as Victor, but he still had enough to live a life of comfort. And with his looks? He could have any woman he wanted. Women would surely throw themselves at him. So why me? A woman with baggage. A woman who had been abandoned, humiliated, nearly burned alive by her own husband. A woman carrying another man’s child. It didn’t make sense. I clenched my fingers against the bedsheet, trying to make sense of it. Maybe he truly needed my baggage. Maybe that’s why he wanted to marry me—to convince his mother and everyone else that I was pregnant with his child. But even that didn’t seem like a strong enough reason. If all he wanted was a baby, there were other options. He could marry an
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-03From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 28. FIANCEE
SOPHIA A few minutes later, Caleb returned to my hospital room. “The doctor has discharged you,” he said gently. I nodded, gripping the blanket on my lap. I wasn’t sure why I felt so nervous. Together, we quietly walked out of the hospital. As we stepped outside, Caleb led me toward his car—a sleek black luxury sedan. It was nothing like the simple taxis I had been taking for the past few weeks. As we got inside, I noticed his assistant standing by another car. He smiled and greeted me politely before leaving in a different vehicle. It felt… strange. I wasn’t used to people treating me with kindness. Caleb drove in silence, and I found myself lost in thought. I had no idea what my new life with him would be like. Was I making a mistake? Was I being foolish to trust him so easily? I had nothing left. No home. No money. No family. I convinced myself that I had no choice but to follow him. When we finally arrived at his house, my jaw dropped. It wasn’t a house.
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-03From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 29. A WOMAN
SOPHIA I forced a smile and looked up at Caleb. "Nothing… it's just… your perfume. It's so familiar." He raised an eyebrow, curiosity flashing in his dark eyes. "Oh? Is that so?" I nodded slowly, my mind working in overdrive. "Yeah… I've definitely smelled it somewhere before." His lips curved into a small smile. "Maybe you perceived it on someone else." I swallowed, my throat dry. My mind drifted back to that night....the dim lights of the hotel room. The scent lingering in the air. The way my body had shivered, the way I had felt so...... It wasn’t possible. I dug my nails into my palm, forcing myself to focus. It had to be Victor. Victor had invited me to the hotel. I had seen him there. Everything pointed to him. There was no way it could have been Caleb. I pushed the thought away. "Um… yeah, I guess you're right," I murmured, trying to sound casual. Caleb nodded, then reached for my hand. His grip was warm and gentle. "Come on, you need to rest." He guided
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-06From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 30. CALL ME MOM!
SOPHIA The moment the door burst open, I braced myself for a confrontation. My heart pounded, expecting an angry woman ready to rip me apart. But what happened next completely took me by surprise. "Oh dear, no… no… no… no… no! Sit down!" Caleb’s mom rushed toward me, her warm hands grabbing mine as she guided me back onto the bed. I blinked in shock, my mind struggling to catch up. Caleb stood behind her, subtly shaking his head and gesturing with his hands. I had no idea what he was trying to say. Before I could think too much, she let out a loud gasp. "So, it’s true!" She clutched her chest dramatically. "Caleb finally brought a woman home! Oh my God, I can’t believe this!" I opened my mouth to respond, but she wasn’t finished. She grabbed my hands, squeezing them tightly. "What’s your name, my dear?" I hesitated. "Um… Sophia." She clapped her hands in delight. "Oh, Sophia! Such a lovely name!" Her excitement was overwhelming. I was almost afraid she might faint
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-06From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 31. WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?
VICTOR I gripped the steering wheel tightly as I sped through the empty streets, my heart pounding violently against my ribs. Isabella lay unconscious in the passenger seat, her face pale, her breathing shallow. I had found her just in time. A second later, and I would have lost her forever. The thought sent a fresh wave of fear through me. The fire. The smoke. The deafening crackling of the flames consuming everything. And Sophia. I clenched my jaw, shaking the memory away. I didn't want to think about her. Not now. Pulling up in front of the hospital, I barely stopped the car before throwing the door open. I carried Isabella in my arms, rushing through the entrance, yelling for help. A team of doctors and nurses came running. "She inhaled too much smoke...she fainted inside the building," I managed to say, my voice raw. They took her from my arms and wheeled her into a room. And then I was left alone. The next few hours were a blur. I paced the hospital co
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-06From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 32. I LIED
VICTOR I took a deep breath, my fists balled as I tried to keep my voice calm. "I couldn't save Sophia," I said firmly. "My priority was Isabella. I had to get her out. I had to take her to the hospital." Lucas’s scream cut through the room like a knife. "Are you even hearing yourself?!" he roared, grabbing my shirt with both hands and shaking me violently. "You left Sophia to die?" I shoved him back, anger burning in my chest. "I didn’t leave her. She made her choice! She planned everything! She lured Isabella there, she tied her up, she set the place on fire!" Lucas’s eyes flashed with rage. "And you actually believe that? You think someone as weak as Sophia...someone who was pregnant..had the ability to set up such a trap?" I scoffed. "She fooled you. She wasn't as weak as you thought." Lucas shook his head. "Victor, wake up! You know damn well that setting up something like that takes planning! It takes money! Sophia had no money! She had no resources! How was she s
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From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms EPILOGUE
MONTHS LATER The early morning sun filtered through the cream-colored curtains of Sophia and Caleb’s bedroom, casting a soft golden glow over the room. It was quiet, peaceful—too peaceful for what was about to happen. Sophia stirred in bed, her brows furrowed slightly as a sharp wave of discomfort ran through her lower back. She shifted, thinking it was just the usual pregnancy ache she’d been dealing with for weeks now. But then, a second wave came... stronger, more distinct, and she gasped, her hand flying to her belly. “Caleb…” she whispered, a mixture of nervousness and urgency in her voice. He stirred beside her, his eyes opening in slow confusion. “Soph? You okay?” “I think…” she breathed, pausing as another contraction hit, this one more intense than the last. “I think the baby’s coming.” That was all Caleb needed to hear. He jumped out of bed in a flash, suddenly wide awake, his mind scrambling to recall everything they had planned. He rushed to grab the hospital
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 20. VOWS, LOVE, AND NEW BEGINNINGS
The day finally came for Ezekiel and Irene's wedding.. The venue was a grand, open-air estate draped in soft white fabrics and adorned with cascading flowers in shades of blush, ivory, and gold. A warm breeze carried the scent of fresh roses through the air, while violins played gently in the background. The crowd was large, filled with dignitaries, friends, family, and loved ones who had gathered to celebrate the long-awaited union. Irene looked breathtaking in a flowing, pearl-white gown that hugged her frame perfectly, her veil trailing behind her like a waterfall of lace. Ezekiel stood at the altar, his face a mixture of nervousness and joy, dressed in an impeccably tailored tuxedo. Alina sat in the second row beside Zander, her fingers laced through his as they both watched the ceremony unfold. She wore a pale pink dress that shimmered softly in the light, her hair pinned in soft curls. A few people from Zander’s family had shown up too....his mother, glowing with pride, and
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 19. FINALLY ACCEPTED
After Zander and Alina left Ezekiel, Irene went back home with him, and for the first time in days, she felt true relief. Finally, the storm had calmed. Ezekiel had taken the first step, and even though it wasn’t a full embrace, it was a beginning. That was all she had ever wanted. Later that day, after they returned home, Alina and Zander were greeted by a surprise—Zander’s grandfather was waiting for them in the grand living room. He sat on his usual armchair, a newspaper resting on the table beside him and a cup of untouched tea growing cold. What surprised Alina most was the soft expression on the old man’s face. “Alina,” he called gently, waving her over. “Come sit.” She glanced at Zander, who gave her a reassuring nod. Alina walked over, heart steady but expectant. Zander’s grandfather had barely spoken a kind word to her since she’d entered the mansion. But ever since the incident with Anna—the exposed plot, the video, the fall down the stairs—his demeanor had changed. Hi
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 18. SHATTERED BONDS
Zander’s grandfather was seething when he was away from Alina and Zander. His cane trembled in his grip as his voice echoed through the room. “How dare she?” he thundered. “How could Anna try to harm Zander’s mother like that? In our home!” The anger in his voice silenced the whispers around him. Everyone, still stunned from the video Alina had shown, stood quietly as the weight of Anna’s betrayal settled over them. Zander’s mother turned toward Alina, her eyes glossy with emotion. She reached out and pulled her into a hug, her voice soft but full of gratitude. “You saved me,” she whispered. “I don’t even want to think about what could have happened if Anna had succeeded. Thank you, Alina.” Before Alina could respond, Zander stepped forward and wrapped his arms around her from behind, drawing her into his chest. “You saved my mom,” he murmured, pressing a light kiss to the top of her head.After a while, Zander's grandfather called for Alina and Zander's mother to see him.
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 17. THE FALL OF A SCHEME
The scent of disinfectant filled the private hospital room where Anna lay on the bed, her head bandaged, her arm in a sling. Seated beside her was Daniel’s mother, her lips twisted in frustration as she leaned closer to Anna. "This is not how it was supposed to go," she hissed under her breath. “Your foolish stunt only made things worse. And that stupid son of mine—Daniel let Zander record his confession. Now, not only does Zander have the upper hand, but we’re both walking on thin ice.” Anna groaned and sat up slightly, wincing at the pain in her ribs. “Stop blaming me. Grandfather would never turn on me. I’m the one he loves most. I’m the only one who’s always been by his side.” “Love or not,” Daniel’s mother said with narrowed eyes, “you’re lying here, and that woman....Alina...is still walking around like a queen.” Anna’s expression twisted with pain and jealousy. “What hurts the most is that Zander hasn’t even visited me. Not once. I did everything for him. All I wanted w
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 16. A HOUSE DIVIDED
When Zander and Alina returned home, Zander didn’t let her walk. He cradled her gently in his arms and was carrying her toward their bedroom when a sharp voice interrupted their peaceful moment. “Zander, put her down and explain yourself right now!” Standing in the hallway was Daniel’s mother, her face twisted with fury. Beside her stood their grandfather, stone-faced and silent, while Daniel trailed behind them, his face swollen and wrapped in white gauze from the bruises Zander had given him the night before. Zander stopped, but he didn’t set Alina down. He kept his arms firmly around her as his gaze met Daniel’s mother’s accusing eyes. “This is unacceptable!” she spat. “How dare you beat up my son for your characterless wife? What sort of example are you trying to set in this family?” Their grandfather stepped forward, his cane tapping the tiled floor. “We demand an explanation, Zander,” he said in a deep, gruff voice. “You’ve become reckless...beating family, creating sc
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 15. TERMS OF PEACE
Despite her doubts and the warning that her brother would never approve, Alina gave a quiet nod and agreed. There was a strange sense of calm in her decision now. “Honestly,” she said softly, “being married to you feels a lot better than going back and letting my brother choose someone else for me again.” Zander didn’t say anything immediately, but the softness in his eyes said everything. A few seconds later, Alina added, “Still, I want to see him. Ezekiel knows the truth about Matt now, and I think I owe it to both of us to try one more time to talk to him.” Zander reached out and tucked a strand of her hair behind her ear. “That’s not a problem,” he said, his tone gentle. “I’ll take you to see him. I just hope he keeps his hands to himself this time. If he ever lays a finger on you again…” Alina smiled faintly and touched his chest. “He won’t. Not now.” Zander nodded, then leaned back slightly and glanced at her. “Can I make a suggestion?” “Sure.” “I was thinking,” he
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 14. THE GIFT OF LETTING GO
The sound of running water had faded, and a hush fell over the room as Zander stepped out of the bathroom. Steam followed him, curling like mist around the sharp angles of his body. He wore nothing but a towel wrapped around his waist, his dark hair damp and clinging to his forehead. The tension that had gripped him earlier had dissolved beneath the warm shower, leaving him quieter, calmer—but no less conflicted. Alina, seated on the edge of the bed, looked up as he entered. Her gaze locked on him, her lips parting slightly in surprise at the sight of him. There was a long pause, a silence that crackled between them, filled with all the things neither had said. Zander reached for the towel around his neck, rubbing it through his hair, and then paused. His eyes met hers, and he spoke in a voice that was low but steady. “I never doubted you,” he said. Alina blinked, unsure of what he meant. “Earlier, when I asked if what that idiot said was true,” he continued, his tone soften
From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 13. WHO DO YOU BELIEVE?
Once they entered their bedroom, Alina didn’t waste a second. She pushed Zander gently onto the bed and climbed onto his lap, cupping his face as she captured his lips in a deep, lingering kiss. Her actions were bold, deliberate, and had one very specific goal. Just as their kiss deepened and Zander’s arms found their way around her waist, the door creaked open behind them. Anna stood in the doorway, frozen, eyes wide with horror. A second later, her face crumpled, and she turned and ran away, sobbing. Alina pulled back slowly and rolled off Zander, a sly smile curving her lips as she lay beside him. Zander looked at her, slightly breathless. “What was that smile for?” Alina sat up and brushed her fingers through her hair, still smirking. “Well, she came to my face and warned me earlier tonight. I just thought I’d return the favor... in a way she won’t forget.” Zander blinked at her. “So this was for Anna?” “Partly,” she replied calmly. “Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed it. B
