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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
HIRED AS A BILLIONAIRE'S WIFE Chapter 120
(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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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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THALIAI mustered my courage to point my gun at the person who was about to invade the car, but I stopped to see someone as my reflection, sticking his head through the window.“Leander!”“Thalia? What the hell are you doing here?!”I immediately jerked off from the car but was greeted by a woman leaning at the car. She was wearing corporate attire without a coat, and a red stain was visible on her dirty, white sleeve. “Who is she?”“My secretary. She's injured.” Leander opened the door, and I helped him place the girl in the back seat.Why is his secretary here? Did he come to get her?A rustling sound inside the forest, followed by repeated shouts from men, made us freeze.“They followed us.” My brother growled.He pushed me inside the backseat and entered the driver's seat. He was about to start the engine hastily, but I immediately stopped him.“Wait, Damon is still not here!”“We don't have much time.”He shoved off my hand, but I stopped him again.“No! We need to wait for Dam
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THALIAI immediately wrapped my arms around his neck, pulling him closer to me and kissing him harder than before. He lifted me and placed me on his lap, wrapping my legs around his waist. Our lips remained sealed. It was like we couldn’t get enough of each other, devouring one another. His hands were moving down, under my shirt, his fingers skimming over my skin, sending a rush of blood to every part of my body. His touch gave me the feeling of longing, and I relished every second he pushed his tongue and lips against mine. I lowered my hands and yanked his shirt up. He broke apart long enough to pull it over his head and toss it aside. His hands slid around my head, pulling me back to his mouth. I ran my hands down his abdomen. It was firm, with the perfect amounts of dips and ripples. His lips traveled down my neck and shoulders as he whispered sweet words in my ear. I gasped when he suddenly reclined the seat and softly moaned as I grabbed his face to meet my lips to communica
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THALIAThe whole ride was filled with silence. He is driving his Ferrari while I'm here, sitting in the passenger seat with a lump in my throat. I don't know why I suddenly felt anxious being alone with Damon. The last time we saw each other, we were both fuming in our situation. But still, here I am, wanting to be with him while ignoring the supposed protocols.I gazed at him and saw his furrowed brows and solemn eyes focused on the road. Did he feel the same? Did he feel the awkwardness between us?"H-How did you find us?" I killed the silence."Actually... Leander and I talked before the abduction."I immediately gaze at him. "A-Are Are you the one who caused his wounds?" "Of course not. Do you think I'll harm your brother in that way?"I looked away while reprimanding myself for thinking he would do such a thing."N-No... you would not.""When I was going home after meeting him, Leander's secretary called me and tracked his phone." He explained, which left me with no choice but
