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In the Billionaires' Web Nerfed battle
AXEL.The only thing I had always been good at was hiding my emotions, but Asher had always found it easy to get me riled up, like right now, as he stared at Evangeline after his last sentence.Of course, he liked someone. It was so obvious from the way he looked at her. I've had the thought in my head since the day he realized she worked as Esther's nanny. The shock on his face had been so profound that it gave everything away. I clenched my fist, and my eyebrow furrowed as I leaned forward with a forced smile on my face. "Finally getting out of your shell, huh?"He laughed wryly. "Something like that, change is good sometimes." He was still looking at Evangeline with those womanly eyes of his. His gaze was so warm that I could feel the threat in his words. Of all people, why her? Evangeline and I just began our game.How could she not see that she was the one being talked about?"I mean…." She shrugged, "That's a good thing, but would that be okay though? I've read about things like
In the Billionaires' Web Hiking
EVANGELINE.How excited does one get over a date that even hindered one's sleep? My guess— extremely. Extremely and illogically excited. According to my three-date idea, Axel had suggested we meet today, but the location was unknown— for now, all he said was to be versatile with my outfit.A normal person would ask, right? A simple "Where are we headed?" would suffice, but not me. I'd been seated at the front of the mirror for the past thirty minutes, doing and undoing as many hairstyles as I could, but still, I didn't feel close to the best one.It was a sunny day and a lovely day to be out. I was bubbling with excitement and almost found myself throwing my legs. I hummed songs subconsciously as I tried to look my best. Harper wasn't home to help me get my look intact, but I could do a great job— right?Clad in a jean skirt, and crop top with jackets and boots to match, my hair was styled into a ponytail, and I made the makeup look as natural as possible. I stood in front of the mi
In the Billionaires' Web Date, Date
ASHER.I sucked my teeth and walked in. My mother had asked me to come over for something 'very important', and even though I knew it was most likely not the case, I still couldn't turn down her offer.It's been a while since I'd been here, and I'd always tried to avoid visiting them at home. Even after all these while, it still made me nervous to the bones. So much for having parents. I had about four free hours, and I despised having to spend them here.My initial plan was to visit AULA. Screw that, my initial plan was to visit Evangeline. I didn't know why I felt so, but the need to stay on standby just stuck with me— like I already knew Axel would hurt her. It was the only thing he knew how to do: destroying things.I was in the White's Manor already, and I walked down the large corridor decorated with different certifications and planned family portraits. An outsider would think, 'What a beautiful family they are.' They'd be surprised. I arrived at the main gate that led to the l
In the Billionaires' Web Date two
AXEL.My eyes have been fixed on the entrance since Evangeline, and I walked in here. I tried not to make her notice that I was too distracted, waiting for my plans to pan out."So, a cozy restaurant…" Evangeline said as I drew her chair out, and she sat. I had purposely picked a chair with four seats.It was another warm day, and I was excited to see everything turn out the way I wanted it to. I took my seat and smiled at Evangeline, who was now perusing the menu. "Right? I checked, and this is the most common kind of date. I think ladies like this a lot."A gasp slipped through her red lips. She was looking extra breathtaking today with her dark eye makeup and her hair packed up. Evangeline looked no different than a model, and I loved that look on her. I found my eyes falling to her lips every time she said something. Thanks to Harper, she was looking more of a ten today.Not that she hadn't always been. "These prices are ridiculous, babe!" Her voice was strained, and she coughed i
In the Billionaires' Web Drifting
AXELMercury squirmed in her seat, obviously taken aback by Evangeline's comment, and then couldn't help but smile every time I looked at Eva. How could one be so complete?"So since we're all here, it's like a double date, right?" Asher broke through the silence, stating the obvious. Of course, it was a double date. I tried not to roll my eyes. He reached for the menu; the one Evangeline had when he could have easily picked the one close to Mercury.I was fuming on the inside, vexed by his insensitiveness, and I hated how he sat closer to Evangeline while I was opposite her. "I've been eyeing the prawns, but it seemed too large for one person. Hell, it's enough for three. Do you like prawns, Asher?" Evangeline asked him.She didn't ask me, probably because I had already told her that I hated seafood on that cruise ship, but still, I'd eat prawn for her. Asher was now smiling proudly with his hands in his hair, and half his body was facing Evangeline, like the fact that Mercury was r
In the Billionaires' Web Rejection
EVANGELINE.I sunk into his arms and wrapped my hands tighter around his waist. I loved it when I was this close to him, feeling his bare body on mine. I was happy to be with Axel like this.My bed smelled like sex and sweat, but I didn't mind; there was also a smell of him that drove me crazy. I snuggled closer to him, trying to get impossibly closer. Axel smiled and kissed my face as he brushed my hair away from my face. I wanted to be like this with him every time.My pussy still throbbed with want from him, and my nerves were weak— pulsating slowly. I didn't think I could move my thighs either. We've gone three times already, and every single time was as good. He fucked good, hard.The thought of it caused blood to rush to my face, and I could feel my cheeks burn. Axel noticed this, too, and he planted another kiss on my face. This time, my forehead. "I've…never done this before," he said in a low tone."What?" I shifted, placing my jaw on his chest and staring at him through my e
In the Billionaires' Web Break down
EVANGELINE.It's been two weeks since Axel had rejected me, and it weighed on my mind more than it should— more than I thought it would. I sat before the computer while my brain went blank, again. It's been happening these past few days.I zoned out a lot, my mind drifted to the memories of us in that short period, and I felt the bile rise in my throat again. Work had been more hectic, and waking up always seemed like a chore. I didn't know what else to do, or why I let him get to me this bad.I picked up my phone for the umpteenth time today, even though I told myself I wasn't interested in him, that I was over him. Even though I told myself that what we had was just a fling, I found myself looking forward to a message from him— one that wasn't him telling me to quit my job at the Whites.I'd read that particular message over and over. 'DON'T BOTHER COMING TO WORK ANYMORE, AND I'LL WIRE YOUR PAY AND FIND ESTHER A NEW NANNY.'That was all the message read, and he sent it on the night
In the Billionaires' Web Shock
EVANGELINE.I froze and sat up as my heart pounded in my chest. I didn't remember how I'd gotten involved with Asher. It was terrifying. Asher moved closer, a friendly smile on his face as he sat next to me. Registering my surroundings, I squinted. My sight was still affected by the blinding lights. I was in the hospital. After all, the voice in my head couldn't help but repeat it countless times. "H-how…""Hey, hey, take it easy," Asher pacified as I tried to detach the drip string on my hand. It was so uncomfortable having him see me like this. No one had ever seen me like this, not even my own parents.I ran my hands through my hair in a vain attempt to pat it down. I could feel it tangled and disheveled already. Why did everything suck so much? There was still a bitter lump in my throat, and it taunted me. Help."How do you feel now?" He asked gently. "The doctor would be back with some of the test results…" Asher paused, waiting for his words to sink into my skin as he spoke. My
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In the Billionaires' Web How our story ends.
AXEL. (Final)Asher would get married tomorrow, although it doesn't seem like he's planning on it. He'd vanished into the thin air, and our parents had been worried for a few days.It wasn't like they hadn't realized he really didn't want to do it. He'd told them several times. Now, I was charged with the responsibility of finding him, but to no avail. I barely even knew where he used to be, not to talk of successfully guessing his hideout.I had one last place in mind, and I'd made it my last because a part of me never wanted to believe that it was possible. He couldn't be with Evangeline, right? She'd specifically told us not to contact her anymore.I still did, as frequently as I could, to make sure she knew I was still waiting. I didn't know what to do, and I very much wanted to respect her decision, too. It would be so wrong of me to intrude. Still, I thought about her every day.Every minute, she was on my mind, and I kept wondering how she was doing. If she was fine, if she ate
In the Billionaires' Web Going
ASHER.It's been a few days. The doctors only told me that Marcus had been discharged although when I reached out to his teachers, they confirmed that he hadn't resumed school yet, which meant he was with Evangeline here.I wouldn't blame her if she didn't want me close to him, but I did want to know how Marcus was doing. We had left the hospital in a hurry on Evangeline's request, so I didn't have the chance to be there for him the way I wanted to, and that hurt so much. I dropped my suitcase on the chair and fell onto the couch. It was a long day at work today and it was even worse because I couldn't concentrate on the things I had to do. It was almost as though I had detached from the world around me. It terrified me so much.It hadn't been up to a minute since I walked in when the door opened again. The low creaking sound forced me to open my eyes, and I saw Mercury and my mother walk in. I sighed tiredly, already frustrated by the discussion that hadn't even begun yet.I didn't
In the Billionaires' Web Moving
EVANGELINEMarcus was now conscious. I was the first person he saw and recognized after he opened his eyes yesterday. There was no greater joy. The moment I realized that he was fine, half the stress I had been feeling melted into nothing.Now, he was asleep, and I was back to the unfortunate hospital chair, swallowed by my thoughts again. It wasn't a bad thing sometimes. I couldn't help but imagine what I'd have been like if Marcus hadn't opened his eyes.I was dotting my 'Is' and crossing my 'Ts,' doing everything that needed to be done before I began a new chapter. Closure might seem far, but it was worth the try.I informed Harper about the accident last night but told her not to bother coming since Marcus was getting better. I could handle that much by myself now. I already sent the brothers off yesterday, seeing as their presence did my heart more harm than good.Asher was more reluctant to go, judging from the kind of relationship he had with Marcus, and I couldn't blame him.
In the Billionaires' Web close ending
EVANGELINE.Asher and I were on the same hospital chair, waiting for the results from the blood transfusion. Axel was still in, and waiting for him was the most tortuous thing I'd ever had to deal with.We sat in silence. I was so overwhelmed with sadness, and it gnawed at my chest. Asher, being a person who always read the room, stuck with the silence. My legs wouldn't stop shaking, and I couldn't seem to stop shedding tears either.My palms were pressed together in a prayer. I broke the silence by speaking first. "They said…it was on the football field…""Hm-hm," Asher nodded, his gaze was fixed in the empty space."He—" I took a pause to catch my breath. "He slipped and fell and—" hit his head. I was supposed to add that, but my mouth wouldn't make the words. I couldn't seem to believe that it was Marcus and he'd ever go through something this terrible."I…called him the night before," Asher said, "And…we had this…chess tournament after which he told me…"Do you think I should try
In the Billionaires' Web Marcus
EVANGELINE"Where is he!?" I shouted again, and Asher was looking just as perplexed as I was. I turned to him. "Haven't you seen him since you got here?""I haven't, Evangeline," He responded tersely. "They didn't let me.""What do you mean they didn't let you?" Axel intercepted. "You haven't seen him, then why are you even here? What did the doctor say?"Asher huffed, "Well, I guess I should have barged into the fucking room then! They didn't let me see him! It had barely been fifteen minutes since I got here. All I know is the ward he is!""Can you two shut up and just show me the ward?!" I shouted as I walked down the hallway at an increased pace and they followed me. This was the worst time for them to be arguing. Asher overtook and led the way, then pointed to a ward as he continued down the hall. "This one."Oh god! Oh god! I was panicking, and my entire body shook on its own. What did the poor child do to deserve something like this happening to him? What exactly happened? Ho
In the Billionaires' Web The unexpected
EVANGELINE.We were meeting at a restaurant not very far from my apartment. I texted to meet up and scheduled it for today. Sitting in the restaurant had been a chore of its own. I seem to be the center of attention for no reason at all.Then I remembered that there was an art ik about me flying around. One that somehow hadn't seen the light. I wondered if Asher bothered to deny the rumors or if he just left them to linger and cause more hurt.It was weird how I had earlier thought something could work out between all three of us. I'd been hesitant to let go of my relationship with them, but I have decided what I thought was best for us. There wasn't a way I could be with Axel if Asher still harbored those feelings. His drunken call last night terrified me.I hadn't taken him to be the kind who drank. I figured I should draw a line and fast, no matter how much it killed me.Aside that, I'd been hurt way too much by Axel that I couldn't see past it. People didn't just spring up with a
In the Billionaires' Web Drunk
ASHERAfter hearing of the impromptu meeting Axel had set up with the shareholders, I couldn't hold back the anger I felt for him. As the acting head of the organization, I had the right to be aware of any meeting to take place.It was as though he'd gone behind my back to do it on purpose, and somehow, Axel had also managed to incite pity in their minds. Rumors about him spread like wildfire in the office. A lot of people were on his side, and they felt sorry for him since he'd been in the shadows for so long.Do they even know what he'd been doing in the shadows or how much I'd cleaned up after him? I doubt he mentioned any of that. I doubt he mentioned how he got wasted, got into trouble, and had fights that landed him in police custody on late nights. He must have forgotten to tell them that.He must have left out the part where I wasn't given the chance to be a child all so I could fill in for his inefficiency. How I was made to grow up earlier than I should, so I could jump into
In the Billionaires' Web Steps closer
AXELThe sun had just begun its ascent into the morning sky as I strode into the headquarters of the company. I'd spent the whole of last week getting settled in last week. It was finally time to do something differently, to set the path I wanted.I've had this thought, but it got worse since the article about Evangeline and Asher hit the net. The amount of affluence he had that made people so interested in his business— I wanted to have it, too. A part of me believed it was possible with the right amount of work.I just hoped Evangeline took me back when she noticed my effort. She hadn't been responding to my texts, nor had she returned any of my calls. It took all my willpower not to camp outside her apartment like I always had since she'd already warned me against it. I missed her so much. It felt like there was a hole in my chest.Each step I took echoed through the polished marble floors of the grand lobby, a stark contrast to the weight that pressed down on my shoulders. Today m
In the Billionaires' Web Haunted
EVANGELINEMy patience wore thin as Axel's mother continued to push me to accept her offer and disappear from her sons' lives. The condescension in her tone and the dismissive way she spoke of my feelings for Axel grated on my nerves.Unable to contain my frustration any longer, I leaned forward and said through gritted teeth, "Can I let you in on a little secret, Mrs. White?""Oh, please!" She rubbed her forehead, frustrated. "There's more to this!? The whole thing makes me so uncomfortable already!" "Hm," I nodded reluctantly, ready to burn everything to the ground with a smile planted on my face. "I'm pregnant, and it's for Axel." It didn't take me too much to spill the words since I was already tired of her insensitivity. "Before you say the next thing on your mind, I think it's imperative for you to know that I did try to get rid of the child…my child for your son's happiness, but…that didn't work out for me, just like everything else!"Her reaction was instantaneous, her eyes w
