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(Anastasia's POV)"I... I'm sorry, Caleb..."---Yes, I decline to come with him.As much as I wanted to be with him... But the situation is a huge problem. I can't leave Mom and Alice, I can't leave my Grandfather in this situation. I want to be with Caleb, whereas Mom and Grandfather, accept Caleb as part of the family, accept my decision to be with him, and accept our relationship wholeheartedly.After that night, Caleb never visit my office again, and it's been a week. It's not that I miss him, I was just disappointed, he had given up that early. I thought he would force me, kidnap me, or take me away from my family.I sigh as I leaned on the headboard of the mattress, my eyes wandering to the window. The sun was climbing out of the deep well of winter, but it was still brutally cold.The cold was like that, seeping through my seven layers of clothing, attacking seams and long coats and spots of thin insulation. The exposed skin on my face felt as if it had been touched with lit ci
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(Anastasia's POV)Hearing Charles's side, makes me wonder if his father is cruel than my grandfather. I was terrified that my grandfather would do the same to Caleb if I insisted to be with him. Grandfather could get easily ruin Caleb's reputation but I know that Caleb won't back off, especially, if it involves ruining his business. He is more powerful than Laverde, he is capable of doing something but he has its limit. He would not abuse his power for his agenda.That's how I know Caleb Carter, by the time when I'm with him.Here it goes again... Thinking about him, makes my heart feel a pang.I wanted to see him every day but he should not. I'm trying to avoid him from seeing my grandfather. In that way, Grandfather would not put all his anger on Caleb. Adam explains it to me during my first few days here in Italy. Grandfather despises Caleb that much. I sighed as I strode inside the Walton's Group building. Today, the Laverde had a meeting with the Walton's so I would be meeting C
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(Anastasia's POV)"Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 9, 20124."I turned my Porsche to the right corner as I what the GPS said. I was just following the GPS, I realized this is quite near to where I live. It took me almost 30 minutes to arrive at the address that Caleb sent to me from the Walton Company."Excelsior Hotel Gallia. Where are you?" I mumbled under my breath.And then after taking turns, I reached my destination, Excelsior Hotel Gallia. It looks like a hotel, however, it was a restaurant on the first floor.Is he staying here?I jerk off the car and don't forget the sunglasses, striding inside the hotel. Halted at the receptionist, to ask where the Terrazza Gallia was located. As she guided me upstairs, I noticed the stunning views from the terrace. She dropped me off in the Terrazza Gallia and bid goodbye to her. I asked the waiter if there is a reservation for Caleb Carter and he led me to a VIP room.I was in awe of how private this room is, the interior is clean and new. The room i
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(Anastasia's POV)I woke up the next morning to a feeling of warmth. Slowly, I opened my eyes and saw a handsome man sleeping next to me.My hand was lying on his chest and his arm wrapped around my waist. Our faces were only inches apart, a slight move and our lips would meet.I stared at his perfectly carved face for a while until realization hit me. Suddenly, I jerked away and sat up straight. My eyes wandered around the room and then they fell upon him. My eyes widened in shock and quickly got off the bed and put on my clothes.I ran my fingers through my hair and groaned in frustration."No..." I whispered. "What had just happened?" I took a glance at Caleb, sleeping soundly on the bed. My heart pounded furiously as I bite my nail. "Goddamn, it! Why did I give in so easily?" I mumbled with gritted teeth. Right, Anastasia. He is my weakness. I can't decline his touch which makes my heart elated. Before he woke up, I left the room in a hurry without looking back at him. Pressing
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(Anastasia's POV)The meeting ended earlier than I thought. I took a glance at Caleb who was not taking just one glance at me after our encounter at the stairs. I immediately days out of the conference room.And again, I decline his offer. He really won't understand my side. I want our relationship to take one step at a time while figuring out the solution to my arranged marriage.But, knowing Caleb's personality, he wanted everything direct to the point. He wants to take the shortcut while I take the long run. As much as I wanted to take the shortcut, however, I needed to plan out everything, although I am not a UN, I just wanted for us to have unity and peace.I went back to my company and worked till late evening. Today everyone had to work till it was late because of the new stores we were planning to build on the new island.Suddenly, I heard a loud shriek from my employees. I quickly ran out of my room and saw some of the female staff looking at something through the window. The
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(Anastasia's POV)Still debating with my inner self whether to attend that wedding gown fitting or not. I might be a lunatic, debating with my inner self, where in fact I was already at the office for an emergency meeting.Mom said the appointment is at 9:00 which is the same appointed schedule of the emergency meeting. I'm not even bothered a bit though.I reached for my coffee and take a sip while sitting comfortably in my swivel chair. I actually arrived here at the company at 5:30 in the early morning. I've never been an early bird, but I have to, just to avoid Mom's presence. I heard Grandfather will come back today. I was hoping that he would stay in France for weeks, for me to just have a little bit of peace. One day and one night are not enough for my inner peace.Letting out a sigh, my phone rang. I reached for my phone on the table and saw Mom's number on the screen. I counted 10 seconds before I answered the call."Hey, Mom. I'm busy right now. Call you later." the pressed
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(Anastasia's POV)Sleep was anything but peaceful that night. Haunted about Charles doing and I tossed and turned all night. Before crawling into bed, I had ripped up that f*cking paper and tossed it in the trash, the wedding invitation. But it weighed in on me, and I was drained.My eyes were heavy as I walked into the bright light of the sun while opening the shades in my bedroom. I keep calling Charles but he was not answering any of my calls.Deciding I should get changed and ready for the day, I get ready and exited my room. I've been avoiding Mom since yesterday. And I was surprised that Grandfather did not scold me for not being presented at the dress fitting.He was more worried about the project that was postponed for the meantime, probably, because of that jerk Charles. He made my Grandfather become a Lion, exposing his pangs to everyone. I believe Grandfather is having second thoughts about the marriage.I can see how apologetic Charles's father is to everyone, because of h
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(Anastasia's POV)Feeling like a zombie the next morning, I got ready for work within an hour and was out the door by 8:30. It was Friday, and the anxiety of expecting another presence of him was very much present. "Mina, would you see me in my office for a moment?" she looked up from her computer with slight confusion. I entered my office and after a few seconds, Mina came in, striding inside towards my table."Everything alright, Madam?" "Oh, of course, just a little check-up meeting on how things are going," I smiled politely. We discussed the progress of the undertaking as my mind was out of focus on my main agenda because of Grandfather, Charles, and Caleb.I trust my people to do their job according to my will, even though without my presence in every session they carried. My presence was only presented if there were problems or the output was almost done, with Mina's guidance.Everything seems great, and we are almost there to present this to my Grandfather for approval since
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THALIA I was panting and out of breath when I finally reached Damon's hotel room. I did my best to get here as fast as possible.We have not seen each other for two days and I'm worried he might ditch me again without a word.I pressed the doorbell, but still… no response.I'm starting to get panicked inside as I don't know what I should feel: anger or worry. He's really making me mad–The door suddenly opened and a man with wet hair, wearing only a bathrobe, leaned at the door with a frown.“Miss, what brings you here?” “I want to see my groom.”He scoffed. “You can… tomorrow and after tomorrow and for the rest of your life.”I smirk as I'm glad he's still alive and kicking my patience.“Why are you so hot right now?” I asked and tried to get inside his room but he blocked me.“I'm always hot as hell, baby.” His comment didn't impress me. I crossed my arms with a jaw clenched because he stopped me from getting in. “It's almost curfew. I'll take you back.” Curfew? What curfew?
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THALIA“Are you able to look after her? Also, she is incredibly costly when it comes to food–”“I am not!” I yelled at Leander's tease. This is actually not the right time to open his mouth and spout nonsense.Damon is true to his words. He really went to see my family tonight just to ask for my hand.Even though I just graduated, I didn't stop him as I didn't want to let him go.“Manners.” Dad sternly said. “She doesn't have that either.” He continued, which made my jaw drop.“Dad!”“Don't yell in front of the food, sweetie.” This time, I gaze at my Mom with pleading eyes. Those two are– “If you can't handle her, feel free to return her.”I chuckled with disbelief at my mother's words. Why is my family like this? They are talking about my bad side instead of my good. Is that how painful it was for them to let me go and live with my man? They are hilarious–“I have too much patience when it comes to a child.”I gasped in surprise at Damon beside me. Is he thinking the same?“You–” I
HIRED AS A BILLIONAIRE'S WIFE Chapter 101
THALIA Warm tears escalated at the back of my eyes as I held my breath for a second. Lots of words and thoughts came across me, but I didn't know how to react to this, I didn't know how to face him, and I didn't know how I would feel.Fury and longing lingered in my chest as I turned to him with tears welling up in my eyes.There… a man standing three feet away from me, staring at me intently, lovingly, as if he hadn’t left me and made me miss him for a month.He looked the same. “Damon…”His eyes and lips formed a smile before saying, “Congratulations.”I scoffed as I held back my tears.He's really something.“Thanks.” I blankly responded.At least I'm thankful he showed up today, or maybe he's just visiting me, then begone again for a month.As he sensed the intense stare I gave him, his smile faded, and he sighed. “Did you stop waiting?” He said almost a whisper. “What do you think?”He remained silent as his eyes locked on mine using his soft, day-dreamy look, which I hate th
HIRED AS A BILLIONAIRE'S WIFE Chapter 100
THALIAAFTER A MONTH“After Michael Scott was found dead a week ago, Alfred Laverde was found dead in Whiteface Mountain in the town of Wilmington in Essex County.”Wilmington… That's where Cassie's accident occurred years ago.I avoided my eyes from the TV as my heart suddenly pounded frantically. Anyway, I continue tying the lace of my sandal while trying my best not to react as best as I can at the news.Since Frederick's father was found dead, I'm having a hard time forgetting that news. It breaks my heart to see Fred in tears while mourning for his deceased father.He actually didn't deserve it because he didn't actually kill anyone. Well, almost, and that's us. Still… Fred was a great friend and we noticed he's turning his back on us. Maybe he's blaming us for his loss.And now… my granduncle is also dead.I gaze at my mother, who doesn't even show any emotions while listening to the news. I don't feel the sorrow of losing him. He killed my grandfather, and to be honest, I shou
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THALIAMy eyes began to well up with tears of conflicting feelings. Anger, worries, and longing came out all at once. He disappeared without a trace after saying he would come back, and God knows if he’s alive or not. He made me fucking worried for nothing!“Where were you?” That was the only thing I asked.“I have to take care of something–”“Then why did you have to vanish like that?” My voice cracked up in the end as I failed to control it.He avoided my eyes with guilt lingering all over his face. I don't know what to feel. But there's only one thing I could figure out after seeing him again.“To protect you from harm.”I firmly shut my eyes, tears streamed down my cheeks as his words were like hitting my chest with a knife. All he could think was to be my protector, whereas here I am thinking he might have chosen the others over me.Am I being too selfish?I wiped my face as I looked around. Good thing my bodyguards are outside the university. “What happened to Uncle Michae
HIRED AS A BILLIONAIRE'S WIFE Chapter 98
THALIAI flinched as I was startled when my phone suddenly rang. I got up in bed, sighing as soon as I saw the time. It's almost three, but my eyes won't even close just a bit.My attention was switched to my phone, which still kept ringing. Who would call at this hour?I answered it without looking at the caller.“Wha–”“Thalia.”My brows furrowed at the familiar voice in the end. I checked the number, but it's unregistered.“Ca-Cassie?”“I'm sorry for barking at the wrong tree.” My jaw fell as soon as I confirmed it was her. I jump off the bed and gaze outside the window.“Where are you? Who's with you?” I desperately asked.However, I heard her chuckle and sighed deeply.“I intentionally took the chance that my mother used to work with Laverde and got in as their so-called illegitimate family member.”Her words left me baffled. So… she's not a real Laverde?“What's your reason?”“I have found evidence and took a chance to get closer to the enemy.”“Evidence of what?”“I only want
HIRED AS A BILLIONAIRE'S WIFE Chapter 97
THALIAI inhale sharply as soon as I exit the building. My chest feels heavy and tightened, and I don't know how to cope with the pain deep inside of me.My fingers firmly curled around the handle of my handbag.It's just my hunch. It's just my guts. It's just my suspicion that it was Damon. But why don't I feel this suspicion is real?I hate it.My phone rang, and Damon's secretary was plastered on my screen.“How was it? Is it Damon?”“No.”Then why did that jerk get Damon's phone?I scratched my temple as I walked to my car. I entered my car with a frown.“Where did that robber find it?”“He said a woman came and sold the phone.”I paused and confusedly thought about who that woman could be.“Woman? Who?”“He couldn't recognize her because she covered almost her face.”Why do people love covering their faces? Scared of the sunburn or hiding from the authorities?Since it's a woman, there's no way Damon is in trouble. So, I don't give a fuck with that woman who stole Damon's phone a
HIRED AS A BILLIONAIRE'S WIFE Chapter 96
THALIAMom and Dad quickly went to Paris last night. Leander and I left here in New York so that we wouldn't be embroiled in the quarrel with Laverde.It's my mother's family, so I'm afraid Mom will break down. I heard her screaming to Uncle Adam on the phone before they left. I sighed as I put down my spoon on the table. I glanced at Leander, who was also in deep thought in front of his breakfast.“What's gonna happen now?”“What else? Mom possibly cut her ties with them.” I tightly shut my eyes in frustration. Why are there traitors in our lives? “Are we just going to stay here and wait? Mom might break down.”Leander let out a frustrating sigh. “Dad is with her. Also, they won't let us tag along with them.”It's been two decades since that happened. Doesn't the grandfather's case have a statute of limitations? I wonder how they found evidence despite the long period since it happened. Anyway, if it really proves my granduncle was the suspect of my grandfather's death, I hope he
HIRED AS A BILLIONAIRE'S WIFE Chapter 95
THALIAOne week.It's been one week since Damon went missing. I even helped in looking for him but to no avail. Not even the authorities could find Damon Kane. There's no body or anything that can lead to his whereabouts. It was as if he vanished into thin air.I was depressed and cried every night while I had this hope every day of finding him together with the authorities.My parents and Leander didn't complain about how I poured everything into this search and rescue. They can see through me how desperate I am just to find him and I was hoping he's alive and in a safe place.Uncle Michael, who caused all of this, was on the run and hiding somewhere. Where's his courage to kill off my father's happiness now? Maybe he was also the reason why Leander's secretary was abducted and injured. Leander poured his soul into finding her but was also abducted by Uncle Michael. As of now, I don't know why Leander's secretary was abducted.I refused to talk to Frederick. Not because I hate his
