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My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER ONE
STEPHANIE “And here is a vanilla milkshake for the sweet girl”. Little giggles follow as I drop the glass down. The diner was a little less crowded compared to other Friday evenings. And I had enough time to share with my little friend who laughed showing a gap between her teeth due to a fallen tooth. “Thank you, Steph”, I bent down to her height and she placed a kiss on my cheek. This was our usual thing. A few months ago, she had walked in with Emma, her babysitter. She was kind of bummed because some kids at school had been mean to her. Some kids can be really cruel. She was a sweet little girl who was not capable of any harm. They made her cry that day and my milkshake saved the day. It reminded me of a few nights ago, I was serving at one of the tables and a little boy, after a brief observation, had stated that I was dumb because all blondes are supposedly dumb. I had kept my mouth shut and walked away, knowing very well that nothing decent would come out of it. I didn't bl
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER TWO
EDWARD“I want this report completed by the end of the day.” I slammed the poor excuse of a report on the desk and glared at the man who kept standing there looking stupid. It has only been a week since he joined and my patience is running thin.“Do you understand?” He flinched at my harsh tone.“Yes, Mr. Dan.” Just then, the door to my cabin opened and my father walked in followed by our lawyer. If I were to go by my father’s expression, it was something concerning. I shifted my gaze back to my assistant still standing in front of me.“Leave!” He quickly got hold of the file and scurried out of the cabin.“Dad?” I called out to him, so he could spill the beans already. He and Mr. Davis took the seats opposite me. “Edward, Mr. Davis is here to read your grandfather’s will.” It wasn’t something I was expecting. Granddad passed away about a month ago and his will had not been brought up since. I leaned back in my seat and loosened the tie around my neck. This was it, a lifetime of wealt
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER THREE
STEPHANIE“Enjoy your meal,” I said quietly, quickly passing a polite smile to the customers seated at the last booth, I walked back to the counter.The Diner was quite full. I was about to grab my pad to take another booth when I heard Anna’s voice.The next few seconds were chaotic. I turned around and everything happened in a snap of my fingers. She collided with the legs of Amy, another waitress who lost her balance, and the glasses she was carrying, crashed down on the floor.“What the hell!?” A lady sitting in the adjacent booth shrieked. My eyes fell upon her dress which was a bit spoiled by the drinks. A moment of commotion before there was a second of complete silence.“I’m sorry-“ Amy was cut off by the seething customer.“Shut up! Is your stupid sorry going to get this stain off?” She glared at her before her furious glance settled on Anna and my heart skipped a beat.“And you! Why are you running around?” Anna flinched at her tone and so did I. The way the woman was glaring
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FOUR
EDWARD This was not how I had imagined the day to turn out for us. This day was supposed to be enjoyable for Anna. A father and daughter moment but Instead, it began with tears. I was one second away from getting the hell out of this place but stopped when Anna nodded to a milkshake Steph who turned out to be a waitress and not a kid offered. It is difficult to believe that in today’s world people would lift a finger for someone unless it is serving some ulterior motives of their own. Could be depressing, seeing things from my own perspective but I deemed it advisable. That is how things work in the real world, one works their way up the ladder and stays on top of their business.My thoughts were interrupted when I saw her walking up to us. “A Strawberry milkshake for the pretty girl!” She stopped before us and most dramatically placed the glass in front of Anna who in turn giggled.“Steph, This is my daddy.” Anna grabbed my hand and beamed at her. I supposed that was my cue to
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIVE
STEPHANIE “I need those documents right now. And here’s the draft. Make the necessary changes and bring them back to me.” the HR said, sliding the file across the table to me. “Sure.” I replied exhausted already.It’s been a week since I joined this furniture company as the HR assistant and to be honest I had some inefficient subordinates. I was left under a lot of work pressure but I knew that I was going to make this work, I had to.I leaned back in my seat to relieve my neck which hurt from sitting straight for hours. My phone rang only a second later. It was an unknown number. I waited for the person to speak first, something I have always done.“Edward Dan on this side. Am I speaking to Ms. Smith?” The familiar, authoritative voice filled the brief silence. Edward Dan as in Anna’s father. I remembered that name but what I didn’t remember was any unfinished business that he could call me for.“Speaking. How may I help you?” I heard some shuffling on the other side.The reply came
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER SIX
STEPHANIE “Stephanie. Hear me out.” The way my name rolled off his tongue did something stupid to my stomach. I turned around and waited for him to get on with it.“You would get a job here and I’ll offer you thrice or more than your current salary. You won’t have to work two jobs. We need to be married for two years. After that, we can go our separate ways.” He said to me and I replayed his words in my mind. He did miss the part where he explained what he would get out of it.“What’s in it for you?” He seemed to be reflecting on his answer, stroking his chin in the process.“My grandfather’s will. I need to get married by the end of this year or I’ll lose the business to someone.” The first thought that came to me was that this ‘granddaddy’ must have been demented while alive. Mom always thought that we shouldn’t speak ill of the dead but who in their sane mind would write such a will!?“Where’s Anna’s mother?”“Not in the picture.” This time the answer was a little too spontaneous
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER SEVEN
STEPHENIE The moment I set the pen down, my head started swarming with doubts. A headache banged away incessantly in my head, all the while feeling Edwards scrutinizing gaze on me.“Now that it’s settled, we need a story.”“A story?” I asked,“Of how we met?” His face held an expression that clearly said that I was a bit dense. My brain hadn’t quite processed the fact that I had signed those papers. It’s not every day that one agrees to a contract marriage.“At the Diner. We met at the diner when Anna brought you there.” I suggested it and it was technically true.Edward nodded once. “That should do.”Could I leave already? I had heard enough of this conceited man to last me a lifetime. I stole a glance at my watch. “Are we done here? I have a job and I’m running late.”He stared at me blankly. “You don’t need that job anymore.”“I do until I get the appointment letter.” I hated it when someone tried to dictate my actions. It was a feeble attempt at getting the point across.He sighe
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER EIGHT
STEPHANIE “You’re late.” Edward declared as soon as I got into the passenger seat of his car. He had sent me a message that he was outside and I should quickly get dressed and meet him. Does this man ever plan something? He had told me to be ready for him but not like this, in minutes. I quickly put on a short dress, picked up my bag, and ran outside to see his flashy car which stood out in my street. I hissed, he was showing off, or perhaps he wasn't, he was just rich. I got into the car. The inside of the car smelled of musk, new car scent, and rich leather.“Where are we going?” I asked.“You’ll see when we get there. We are late” He didn't even glance once at me as if he didn't just ask me to meet up with him without notice. I was angry as it was. “Why didn't you dress up properly?” He asked.What did he mean? I didn't know when I blurted out “Can you shut up? I don’t wanna hear your voice right now.”He did keep quiet and just sat there still staring ahead. Didn't he just say
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My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER SIXTY
STEPHANIE I had no appetite, looking at the varieties Maison displayed on the table. The pain had reduced and the bleeding too. I laid in bed and began to feel uncomfortable. I got up and sat on the floor. It was night with no sign of a way to escape or anyone looking for me. I was starving and very weak. I looked at the table filled with food. Maison had brought food and clothes earlier. I knew I needed food for strength, but I didn't have the appetite to eat. I got up and sat by the table.I heard key sounds behind the door, and soon, the door was opened, Maison appeared in the doorway, looking intimidating. He sat in front of me, watching me. “You know you don't have to be locked in here for long, all you have to do is marry me and divorce your husband” “Where did you learn to become a monster, Maison? I once loved you, you were a caring guy with a good heart. Even when I found out you were in a gang, I didn't leave you because you were the best man I had been with, but then you
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY NINE
EDWARD I sat in front of the police detective who was asking me diverse questions about Stephanie. They found her car, crashed without a sign of her in it. She had an accident, but what happened after? I almost cried when I got a sighting of the vehicle. The night she went missing passed by quickly without me catching a glimpse of sleep or rest. We had contacted all hospitals by that side in case she was admitted to a hospital but none took in a victim of an accident. Her mother had run over to my place, struck with worry, I assured her that I'd look for Stephanie. We didn't gain any good news that night, all security footage didn't capture that particular place where she had an accident. My thoughts ran to Maison, but I didn't want to believe he had anything to do with Stephanie yet. Emma was asked a few questions and she told the detective that Stephanie had been going to her parents sometimes and coming back before I returned. She had left yesterday, saying she would come back
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY EIGHT
STEPHANIE I bled till morning earning just a tossed sanitary pad and towel from Maison. Was I really pregnant for Edward, or was it just an early period? Thinking about it, I wasn't sure I had my period last month, I didn't track it, and I was always having unprotected sex with Edward. The pain was unbearable but I couldn't do anything about it. I didn't have my phone with me or anything. After cleaning myself up, I lay on the bed twirling in pain. I was hurt. If I knew I had Edward's child, I would have done anything to keep it. I felt bad that I didn't even know I was pregnant. How can a woman not know she's with a child? I felt weak because I'd lost lots of blood, I had become pale and sickly. The sun had come up properly, when I saw the door open and Maison walked in. He stared at me for a moment before saying, “A doctor is here for you, you'll be fine in minutes” Immediately, what came across my mind was to tell the doctor that I had been kidnapped and he should help, but t
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY SEVEN
STEPHANIE Edward didn't like the name Maison or the statement that came after. “What?” he asked, fury already lingering in his eyes. I regret telling him. “When we were in the water park for a moment we couldn't find Anna, I wanted to call you but I found her with Maison behind an ice cream shop” “What?” Edward sprang to his feet, picking up his phone, and I followed. He was dialing a number. He was calling the cops. “He didn't hurt her, I swear” “But this is a threat, it's high time I get this over and done with.” He was frustrated, running his fingers through his hair. “What the fuck does he want from me?”“It is me,” I said quietly. “He said I should have a divorce and come back to him or he'll make my life miserable. “Why didn't you tell me this?” “Because it's my fault, it's my problem, I was the one who dated him. I didn't want to drag you into this” “You're my wife, Stephanie, we fucking shared a vow”, his voice rumbled. “Under a contract,” I said. I needed to know wh
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY SIX
STEPHANIE I was afraid. I had looked around for her, everywhere a kid could be. I met with the authorities, and everyone began to look for Anna. I felt like crying because I didn't know what to do. What would Edward say? How would he react to hearing his daughter was missing? The first time I had a day out with her and this happened? My skin was covered in goosebumps, shivering from fear. Poor Anna must be so scared.The authorities were not making any progress in finding her, so I picked up my phone to call the police and Edward when I remembered that we hadn't checked the ice cream shop area. I knew that Anna wasn't a child to wander off like that because of something she likes but never say never. I ran to the stall to find a young ice cream man. “Please sir have you seen a child about this tall” I gestured with my hand “Petite and dark hair” he stared at me as if trying to remember, “She's wearing pink and blue swimwear”“Oh I saw her leave with her dad after getting strawberr
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY FIVE
STEPHANIE I swear I didn't realize it when I said Maison's name. I was a fool, a very stupid one. He stared at me before closing my legs, he sat at the edge of the bed, looking away. I started apologizing continuously and I had to do more. “I'm sorry Edward, I didn't know when I said that” He was silent. His face was void of any emotions. I adjusted my dress and slipped towards him. “Please” I touched his arm.“Tell me, Stephanie, I want the truth” His face was serious. “Do you still love him?”“I cannot love someone who has hurt me countless times.” I dropped my arms. “I hated him before I even ended things with him, and he went to jail.” I felt like I needed to explain everything to him. “It was two months before I met you that we broke up. He not only hurt me physically but he traumatized me, that I couldn't have a shut eyes without seeing him attempting to hit me again in my dreams. He was the guy I'd been with the longest. Please don't be mad” He didn't move an inch. “Please
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY FOUR
STEPHANIE I had been at home for almost a week because Edward ordered me to rest and stay indoors. I know he can be overprotective at times but this was much. He asked Jude to accompany me anytime I was going out. I asked him the reason and he said he just wanted me safe. I had to spend more time with Anna, Rose had returned home but promised to be back. I enjoyed her company, she always tried to make sure I was comfortable. I called my mom and told her what happened between me and Maison and told her to avoid him and never let him into the house again. My mom was surprised because she never knew Maison to be a horrible person, so I had to apologize for lying before. I told her how he harassed me before and she was really sad. But I told her I was lucky now to have Edward. I made dinner and we waited for Edward to return. I took up my habit of making food if I was bored. It had not been all lovey-dovey for me and Edward since I returned from the hospital. He wasn't angry at me b
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY THREE
EDWARD I was so angry at Stephanie and I didn't want to see her until I heard a thud on the ground. Turning around I saw that she was on the floor. I rushed to her and lifted her head to see that she had fainted. I was afraid, even though I might be mad and all, I didn't want to lose her.I quickly carried her in my arms, calling Steven to help with the car. He was a fast driver and I was grateful to him for the first time. I stared at Stephanie, head resting on my body. Her eyes were swollen and she looked exhausted. I was sorry, but it would not have been great to forgive her easily. I did a background check on this ex-boyfriend of hers, and he was a psychopath. He sold drugs secretly and was part of a gang. I was surprised how Stephanie would have ended up with someone like that. I guessed she didn't know because she didn't look like anyone with a dark past or was trying to hide how crooked she was. I believed her story, Maison was capable of drugging someone and taking advan
My Contract Marriage To A Billionaire. CHAPTER FIFTY TWO
STEPHANIE I waited for Edward to return until it was 2 am. I guessed he slept out. I just hope he had not gone to drink to stupor. I had cried my eyes out and there were no tears left to cry. I was still in my dress and shoes, not ready to change yet. I was seated on the floor, I know I looked haggard. Ever since I had known Edward, I had never seen him sleep out before. This must have hurt him. I was mad at Maison but I was more mad at myself. Why did I believe him and go to him? He really wouldn't have murdered my parents; I just have this fear for him I can't get rid of. I wanted to call him and scold him but I felt that he would be more happy if he heard me crying. I took off my shoes and got up, I needed to leave before Edward returned drunk and wouldn't like my presence. I should respect him at least. As I walked, I felt weak. My body felt as if I was beaten. I was guilty and sorry. I went into my room and collapsed on the bed. When I thought my life had gotten better, t
