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50. EXPOSED SECRETS
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From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 51. TORN BETWEEN LOVE AND GUILT
SOPHIA The air felt heavy. Caleb’s mother cried, shaking her head as she looked at me with so much hurt in her eyes. “You played with my emotions,” she whispered, her voice breaking. “You let me believe you were my son’s future. You made me care about you.” I swallowed hard, guilt crushing me. She turned to Caleb, her hands trembling. “And you,” she said, her voice shaking. “Why? Why did you lie to me, Caleb? Why did you let this happen?” Caleb’s face remained calm. Unshaken. “It doesn’t matter,” he said simply. His mother’s eyes widened. “It doesn’t matter?” Before she could say anything else, Caleb’s expression hardened. He turned toward Victor and his mother, his voice cold as ice. “Leave my house.” Victor scoffed. “And if I don’t?” Caleb stepped forward. “Then I’ll call the police and have you arrested for trespassing.” Victor’s face twisted in anger, but he must have realized that Caleb wasn’t bluffing. With one last glare, he turned and left, his mothe
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-11From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 52. A LOVE WORTH FIGHTING FOR
SOPHIA Caleb helped me onto the couch, his arms lingering around me as if he wasn’t ready to let go. His warmth was comforting, but my mind was elsewhere...stuck on the fact that his mother hated the idea of me being here. “I need to talk to my mom,” he said softly, his voice filled with quiet frustration. “I’ll be back soon, okay?” I nodded slowly, watching as he walked toward the door. But the moment he stepped out, I quietly followed. Something inside me told me I needed to hear this conversation. I stopped near the hallway, staying out of sight. Then, I heard her voice. “I’m very upset with you, Caleb,” his mother’s voice was sharp, filled with disappointment. “Why did you lie to me? You knew how badly I wanted a grandchild. How badly I wanted you to find someone else. But instead, you went and took another man’s wife?” Her words stung. Caleb sighed, his voice calm. “Mom, just listen to me...” “No, I don’t want to listen.” She cut him off. “As long as Sophia
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-11From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 53. DOUBT AND DECISIONS
SOPHIA I paced up and down my room, my mind spinning with a thousand thoughts. What was I supposed to do? I was no longer weak. I was strong now. Strong enough to leave. I could go somewhere far away...the countryside, maybe. I could find a job, start over. I didn’t want to be the reason Caleb and his mother’s relationship was falling apart. And from his mother’s perspective, she wasn’t wrong. Her only son was entangled with a married woman. A pregnant married woman, whose child wasn’t his. What mother would be okay with that? Not only that, we had lied to her from the beginning. I had gone along with it for Caleb’s sake. But now… Now, I didn’t know anymore. Did Caleb really love me? Or was he just saying that because he was afraid I would leave? Everything was confusing. I thought about Victor. Should I… should I go back to him? Not because I wanted to be with him. Never that. But because I could use this opportunity to get my revenge. Caleb was right
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-11From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 54. SWEET PROMISES AND SILENT BATTLES
SOPHIA I looked at Caleb, his eyes filled with unwavering determination. “Don’t make me promise you something so difficult,” I whispered. His gaze didn’t waver. “It’s not difficult. You just have to say the words… and stick to them.” His voice was gentle, filled with softness. He was asking for my trust. For a commitment. Then, after a short pause, he said, “But of course, if you still genuinely want to be with Victor, you can tell me.” My breath hitched. He watched me carefully. “I will understand...no matter how our relationship turns out. All I want is for you to be happy.” I shook my head quickly, cutting him off. “Stop.” He frowned slightly. “There’s no need to say such a thing,” I said firmly. He stayed quiet, listening. “I spent more than three years with Victor,” I continued. “And all I knew was misery. How could I ever delude myself into thinking I could be happy with him?” My voice trembled slightly. “Then..” “No,” I interrupted before he could
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-11From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 55. THE ONLY WAY FORWARD
VICTOR The night was long and restless. I lay in bed, my mind refusing to shut down. No matter how much I tried to sleep, all I could think about was Sophia. I could still see the look in her eyes when she slapped me. The way her voice trembled with rage when she told me I would never be good enough to be anyone’s father. And then… Caleb. Caleb Foster. The man who was now taking care of her. The man who was now playing the role that should have been mine. I clenched my jaw, anger bubbling inside me. Sophia had let people believe she was single and pregnant for Caleb. That realization ate at me. What exactly was going on between them? Had she been with him since the very beginning? The mere thought of it filled me with jealousy. I gritted my teeth and turned onto my side, staring at the ceiling. One thing was clear... I had to get her back. No matter what it took. The next morning, I wasted no time calling my lawyer and telling him to come over.
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-11From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 56. THE DECLARATION OF WAR
VICTOR “I thought about having a man-to-man conversation with Caleb,” I admitted, leaning back in my chair. “But after what I saw at his house, I doubt that would work.” Lucas raised an eyebrow but said nothing. “I need to separate Caleb from Sophia,” I continued, my voice firm. “He’s standing in my way.” Lucas abruptly stood up. “I’m leaving. I don’t support any of this.” I scoffed. “You weren’t invited in the first place.” Lucas turned back, eyes dark with frustration. “Victor, think about this. It was probably Caleb who saved Sophia from the fire. It was Caleb who took care of her all this time....something you never did. And now you want to turn him against her? That’s selfish.” My jaw tightened. “And were you not selfish when you tried to take advantage of my wife?” Lucas’s expression hardened. His fists clenched at his sides. “How many times must I apologize?” His voice was low with frustration. “You keep holding that over my head.” I smirked. “Because you pr
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-11From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 57. FRESH ROSES
CALEB After leaving work for the day, my mind kept drifting to Sophia. No matter how much I tried to focus on other things, she remained at the forefront of my thoughts. I wanted to do something for her, something simple yet meaningful. On my way home, I stopped by a flower shop. It wasn’t a difficult choice...I remembered the way she had admired a bouquet of red roses when we went shopping together once. She hadn't bought them, but her expression had lingered in my mind. That look of quiet admiration, as if something so simple could hold so much beauty. So, I bought her a bouquet of fresh red roses. When I got home, I headed straight to her room. I knocked lightly before stepping inside. She was sitting on the edge of the bed, staring at nothing in particular. The distant look in her eyes made something tighten in my chest. The moment she saw me, her lips curved into a small smile, and she stood up. "You don’t have to stand," I told her. "Relax." She hesitated before
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-14From Ashes To The Billionaire's Arms 58. I WILL DESTROY YOU
CALEB The next morning, I barely had time for breakfast. I greeted Sophia briefly, exchanging only a few words before heading out. My mind was already set on work. At the office, I made several calls to finalize arrangements with my partners. Everything was in place, and by ten, I left for the meeting. The venue was a high-end conference hall, and I arrived to find four influential businessmen already waiting. These were men who controlled vast industries, and today’s deal was one of the biggest of my career. If all went well, this collaboration would take my company to number one in the country. We sat down, and discussions began smoothly. Everything was proceeding as planned... until the door suddenly burst open. The room fell silent. Victor Sinclair strode in, an arrogant smirk plastered on his face. And behind him? Reporters. Dozens of them. Cameras flashed, microphones extended, and the murmur of media personnel filled the air. “There he is,” Victor declared, his vo
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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
