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Chapter Twelve: A Place at the Table
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My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter Thirteen: Uncharted Territory
“You didn’t have to do all this for my father,” I said softly, my fingers tracing the rim of my coffee cup.Alexander sat across from me in his office, his expression unreadable as he leaned back in his chair. His tailored suit fit him perfectly, exuding an air of control and dominance that always left me feeling both intimidated and intrigued.“I wanted to,” he replied simply, swirling the dark liquid in his own cup.I exhaled slowly, trying to process everything. A partnership. It was more than I had ever expected. My father had spent months drowning under the weight of his company’s decline, and now—just like that—Alexander had pulled him to safety.“I just… I don’t even know how to thank you,” I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper.A flicker of something crossed Alexander’s face—something softer, more human, before it disappeared behind his usual stoic mask. “You don’t need to thank me, Elena.”I hesitated before continuing. “But I also… I wasn’t expecting you to involve me
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As I stepped out of the office, Rachel Greene stood in the far end of the hallway, poised, elegant, and engaged in a quiet conversation with none other than Victoria. I stopped in my tracks.A chill crawled up my spine as I watched them exchange words in hushed tones, their expressions unreadable. My stomach twisted. How did they even know each other?I didn’t have to wait long for the answer. As I approached, Rachel caught sight of me first. She smiled genuinely, like she was really happy to see me. Victoria, on the other hand, turned with slow deliberation, a smirk tugging at her lips.“Elena,” Victoria said smoothly, crossing her arms. “Didn’t expect to see you here.”I ignored her and looked at Rachel. “Hello Miss Rachel.”“Elena Wells, what a pleasure seeing you again” she said with a warm smile.“Oh, I see you both have already met. Elena, my cousin here is the most influential Gallerist in Florida” Victoria cut in with pride.I blinked. “Cousins?”Rachel nodded. “We are dist
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Alexander swirled the whiskey in his glass, his gaze steady on me. “You have a role to play,” he said, his voice calm, controlled.A cold weight settled in my stomach. “What do you mean?”He leaned against his desk, setting his drink aside. “Spears Manufacturing. Your father’s company has been making significant progress since our partnership began.”I exhaled slowly, folding my arms. “And?”Alexander tilted his head slightly, watching me like he was choosing his words carefully. “With my investment, we’ve expanded production, modernized outdated equipment, and secured new distribution channels. The company is more profitable than it has been in years.”I hesitated. I knew the business had been improving, but hearing it from him—like a report—made it feel less like my father’s legacy and more like another one of Alexander’s acquisitions.“I’m glad to hear that,” I said cautiously.Alexander stepped closer. “There are some details I still need to go over.”His tone was casual, but some
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“Are you sure about this?” Mia’s voice crackled through the speaker, laced with concern.I adjusted the strap of my dress, staring at my reflection in the mirror. The muted olive-green fabric hugged my frame, simple yet elegant. My hair cascaded in loose waves over my shoulders, and I had kept my makeup soft just enough to mask my uncertainty.“It’s just lunch,” I murmured, slipping on a pair of heels. “If she’s trying to mess with me, I’ll know.”“That woman doesn’t do anything without an agenda, Elena. Be careful.”I sighed, grabbing my purse. “I will.”Victoria had chosen an upscale restaurant downtown, the kind where waiters glided between tables in crisp white shirts, and soft jazz hummed in the background. She was already there when I arrived, effortlessly poised in a sleek black dress, her blonde hair twisted into a loose chignon. She looked up as I approached, offering a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes.“Elena, darling. Right on time.”“You don’t strike me as the type w
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Chapter 17: A Dangerous Pull“You don’t have to be nervous.”Alexander’s voice was calm, reassuring, as he buttoned his cuffs in front of the mirror. I stood by the dresser, brushing my hair, stealing glances at him through the reflection. He was always so composed, so effortlessly put together.“I know,” I muttered, though the knot in my stomach said otherwise.The art exhibition was getting closer, and no matter how much I told myself it was just another step in my career, I couldn’t shake the anxiety creeping in. I had dreamed of this moment, but it suddenly felt… overwhelming.I turned to face him. “I was thinking of inviting my dad and Mia.”Alexander met my gaze, his expression unreadable for a moment. Then, he nodded. “You should. Your father would be proud to see his daughter’s work displayed.” My Dad has never really supported my dreams as an artist, and not like he was against it. But he was always nonchalant. Unlike my late mom who had registered me in different art clubs
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Elena Victor’s breath was warm against my skin The car was still now, the only sound the faint hum of the engine. His gaze flickered to my lips, and for a second a dangerous second, I didn’t move away.Then my phone beeped loudly.The sharp sound sliced through the moment, making us both jolt back. My heart hammered against my ribs as I fumbled for the device, seeing Alexander’s name on the screen. He had just sent me a message that he would be home late.I had barely registered the response to give. I type A quick, “Alright. Be safe.” My hands were trembling. What had just happened, I was still trying to process it.Now, minutes later, Victor finally spoke. “Elena… I’m sorry.”I turned to him, finally meeting his eyes. They were filled with regret, but also something else. What did he want me to say ? “It was a mistake?,” I asked quickly, as if saying it aloud would make it true.He exhaled, shaking his head. “It wasn’t. But it shouldn’t have happened.” His fingers tightened on
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Victor’s gaze landed on me first, then flickered to Victoria. His brows pulled together, his expression unreadable, but the tension in his stance said everything.“Well,” Victoria said, breaking the silence as she took a step back, completely at ease. “I suppose that’s my cue to leave.”She reached for her purse on the desk, her fingers brushing past the documents I had been working on, her sharp blue eyes flicking to the paperwork in a way that didn’t go unnoticed.“You really should lock your doors, Alex,” she said, her voice dripping with amusement. “Never know who might walk in.”With that, she walked out, the click of her heels fading down the hall, leaving Victor and me standing in the thick, unspoken tension she had left behind.Victor exhaled, rubbing a hand over his face before fixing me with a hard stare. “Tell me I didn’t just walk in on you making the worst mistake of your life.”I leaned back against the desk, folding my arms. “Nothing happened.”He scoffed. “Sure as hel
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It was finally the day I have been waiting for. The exhibition hall buzzed with excitement as guests arrived, dressed in elegant evening attire. The warm glow of chandeliers bathed the room in golden light, reflecting off polished marble floors. Rows of stunning artwork lined the walls, each piece carefully mounted, waiting to be admired, critiqued, and ultimately sold to the highest bidder.I took a deep breath, smoothing the front of my dress. This was it. The night that could change everything. I glanced at Victoria, who stood beside me, arms crossed.“Is it set?” I whispered, my voice barely audible over the low hum of conversation.Victoria nodded subtly. “Everything’s in place. But are you sure about this?”I swallowed, not entirely sure at all. “I have to be.”A part of me wandered if Victoria’s help was just about the company’s Glory or there was something more.Before she could respond, a microphone crackled, drawing everyone’s attention to the stage. Rachel Greene, the event
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My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 134: The End of Chaos, The Beginning of Us
Victoria’s POVIt was a few days after Alexander and his little play team ruined my life. The walls of my penthouse felt smaller now, everything felt different, my life had changed for bad.The curtains were open, but the light didn’t touch me. I hadn’t eaten since the arrest. I hadn’t slept either. I’d been staring at the TV, waiting for them to say my father had been released. That something could be done, but there was nothing, I had made several calls and no one seemed to help, they said the allegations were true and heavy on him. All our connections had failed us, my life was in shambles.Just while I was lost in thoughts, there was a knock at the door.Then another.I wasn’t expecting anyone but I opened the door.Adrian.He stood there, in his black coat, hands in his pockets, face calm like he hadn’t just helped destroy everything I had ever built.“You have a lot of nerve,” I snapped, stepping aside to let him in, only because I didn’t want the neighbors to hear the screaming
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 133: Let it Burn !
Elena’s POvI don’t know what possessed me to come here. Maybe it was closure. Maybe it was vengeance.Maybe it was both.And at the center of it all, Victoria Greenwood.She stood at the stage, her red dress flowing like a curtain of blood. She held the microphone with an effortless grace, and when the lights focused on her, the applause was thunderous.“Good evening, darlings,” she began, her voice silk and venom. “First, thank you all for coming tonight. It means the world to me that I get to celebrate with each of you—those I love, admire, and aspire to collaborate with. Tonight isn’t just about glamour—though, let’s be honest, I’m killing it.” Laughter rippled across the room.She winked. “But really, this is about gratitude. For those who have believed in me, supported me, and paved the way… especially one very special man—my amazing father.”The applause returned, louder this time. And then he emerged.Mr. Greenwood Stones.A walking headline in a sleek tux, polished shoes, and
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 132: The Calm before the Storm
Victoria’s POVMy phone hadn’t stopped ringing all morning. It was my birthday today, my big day!“Is the floral arrangement in place? I want the cherry blossoms centered—nothing else,” I snapped into the phone, pacing across the marble floor of my apartment. The mirrored panels along the hallway reflected my anxious expression as I turned the corner into my bedroom, where my evening dress lay spread across the bed like a silent promise.I hung up the call before the planner could ask another question and immediately dialed Isla.She picked up on the second ring. “Hey, babe! Big night!” she chirped.“I hope you’re looking stunning. I don’t want to be the only jaw-dropper walking that red carpet tonight.”Isla giggled. “Trust me, I’m going full glam. I’ve got that bejeweled emerald gown you love—hair slicked back, high heels tall enough to break necks.”“That’s the spirit,” I smiled, easing into the chaise by the window. “This night’s going to be perfect. Dad says he even has a surpris
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 131: The Art of Exposure
Elena’s POV“What exactly do you mean by that ?” I asked turning to Adrian.Adrian leaned forward, his piercing blue eyes reflecting a lifetime of calculated decisions. “Victoria’s birthday celebration is tomorrow, correct?” His Russian accent added a gravitas to his words this time, making every syllable feel like a decree.Alexander nodded, his jaw tightening. “Yes. She had even sent a reminder just last night, she’s always extravagant with her celebrations. The city’s elite will be in attendance.”A slow, predatory smile spread across Adrian’s face. “Then it’s the perfect stage for our performance.”I shifted in my seat, the weight of the situation pressing down on me. “Performance?”Adrian’s gaze met mine, unwavering. “A public unmasking. We expose Greenwoods for the charlatan he is, in front of his peers, his allies, his world, we make them see what humiliation feels like.”The audacity of the plan sent a shiver down my spine. The idea of confronting such a powerful figure in a p
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 130: The Enemy of my Enemy
Elena’s POVThe following morning came quicker than I expected. I hadn’t even taken a full sip of my coffee before I heard the soft knock at the door.Mia peeked out the window first, then turned to me. “It’s Alexander’s driver—and I think those are his security guys too.”I sighed, placing my mug down. “He didn’t mention he was sending a whole team.”Mia raised a brow. “You surprised? It’s Alexander. He sends an army if you sneeze too loud.”I offered a faint smile and grabbed my coat. I had already texted Adrian earlier that morning, and after a few minutes of back and forth, he had sent me a location. It was a private estate just a little outside the city limits—discreet, exclusive, and of course, heavily guarded. I didn’t tell him that Alexander would be coming too. I knew it was a gamble, but something told me Adrian would understand.The drive to Alexander’s penthouse was quiet. His men barely spoke a word, but they were polite, respectful. As the gates opened and the car pulled
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 129: Nothing Left to Fight For
Elena’s POVI had barely caught my breath when the silence between Alexander and Victor stretched thin like a worn-out thread ready to snap. The air was stiff, as though it could combust from the tension lingering in the room. Alexander’s chest rose and fell heavily beside me, still furious from everything I had just confessed to him. Victor just stood there helpless, sad, his eyes filled with regrets.Then, he spoke.“I know you hate me, Alexander,” Victor began, voice raw and cracking, “and I know I don’t deserve even a second of peace from you. But I just want you to understand one thing—I never wanted to take Elena from you or anything. Everything I felt for her was real.”I froze.Victor’s voice trembled as he stood from the couch. “I loved her genuinely. I still do.” He turned toward me, and I couldn’t move, couldn’t speak, just stared at him as his words pierced the quiet. “From the moment I saw you, Elena. Not because you were beautiful or brilliant—although you are—but becaus
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 128: The Confession that broke us
Elena’s POVI didn’t realize how long I’d been standing outside until I felt a breeze brush against my skin, cooling the spot where Alexander’s lips had just touched mine. My heart was still racing from the kiss—his kiss—and I didn’t know what to say. I didn’t even know what to feel.So I asked the only thing that made sense in the moment.“Why did we just do that?”Alexander didn’t even hesitate. His voice was calm, low, but firm.“Why wouldn’t we?” he said, eyes not leaving mine. “You’re still my wife.”I looked away. His words pierced something deep in me. Something raw. Something that hadn’t healed yet. I felt my chest tightening as I fought back the emotions swirling inside me.But it didn’t work.I broke down.The tears came so suddenly I couldn’t stop them. I turned away from him, trying to hide my face, but he reached for me gently.“Elena,” he whispered, but I couldn’t meet his gaze.“I don’t know anymore, Alexander,” I sobbed. “I don’t know how to trust you. You hurt me. Yo
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 127: What the Heart Already Knows
Elena’s POVThe silence that followed my words was louder than any argument we’ve ever had and then he asked again “what did you say?”“I still want a divorce,” I repeated, my voice quieter this time. Almost like I didn’t want him to hear it, but I knew he did. His chest barely moved. His eyes were locked on mine, and his lips parted, like he wanted to speak but forgot how to form words.Finally, he blinked. Once. Twice. And then… a slow exhale.“I see,” he said.I turned away, looking at the garden hedge behind him, anything but his face. “You said if you found out my father was innocent, you’d sign the papers.”His jaw tensed. “I did.”“And?”He took a step closer. “And I will.”I nodded. That should’ve made me feel relieved. But instead, it burned.He stared at me for a long time. Then his voice cracked gently through the air. “But before I do… can I say something? Please.”I didn’t speak. I didn’t nod. I just stood there. That was enough for him.He ran a hand through his hair, l
My Billionaire’s Redemption Chapter 126: A Promised Deal
I barely had time to react before Alexander was on his feet, his chair scraping violently against the floor. His entire frame was tense, his jaw locked in fury as he glared at Victor standing a few feet away.“What the hell is he doing here?” His voice was sharp, demanding. His eyes flicked between Victor and me, searching for an explanation, his anger barely restrained.Victor, looking just as startled as Alexander, raised his hands in defense. “I didn’t know I was going to be here either,” he said, his tone calm but firm. “Elena invited me.”Alexander’s gaze snapped to me, his expression darkening. “You invited him?”I let out a slow breath, steadying myself. “Alexander, calm down.”His glare intensified. “Don’t tell me to calm down, Elena. Do you even realize what you’re doing?”“Yes,” I said firmly. “Victor is a part of this, whether you like it or not. He is one of us.”Alexander let out a bitter laugh, shaking his head in disbelief. “A part of this? You’re joking, right?”Before
