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My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER TWENTY ONE
“It's just me,” a voice called out from the building. At first, Vanessa couldn't discern the speaker's identity, but as a figure clad in a bathrobe emerged from the shadows, she recognized the familiar gait of her best friend, Emma. Her initial instinct was to flee, but she willed herself to remain composed.“It's just me,” Emma repeated, a hint of laughter bubbling beneath her words.“Emma?” Vanessa gasped with relief as she approached her friend. “What are you doing here?”“Well, you canceled on me, so I thought I'd surprise you at home. But when I arrived and found you missing, I let myself in,” Emma replied casually as they made their way back to Vanessa's apartment.“Is everything okay?” Emma inquired, noting the tension in Vanessa's voice.“Yeah, why?” Vanessa replied, her voice betraying a fear she sought to conceal. She knew that voicing her worries could jeopardize her Rose's well-being, so she masked her emotions behind a facade of composure which she knew Emma could see thr
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER TWENTY TWO
After days without receiving threatening messages, she finally felt a sense of relief. Emma seemed to have backed off from nagging her too, but it was too early to declare it over. Despite this temporary peace, her nerves were still on edge. Her main concern now was having to constantly dodge her daughter's pleas to see her father, her heart aching with the web of lies she had to spin each time.It was a quiet morning as she sorted through her emails, trying to find some semblance of normalcy while sipping her coffee. Suddenly, her phone rang, shattering the fragile peace she had mustered. Her heart raced as she debated whether to answer the unknown number. This was the reality of her life now, she thought, before finally picking up the call and bringing the phone to her ear."Vanessa," his deep voice greeted her from the other end.She refused to admit to herself that a part of her was relieved to hear his voice, knowing all too well that nothing good could come from breaking the con
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER ONE
The elegant candlelit dining room was adorned with delicate flowers, soft music playing in the background as Vanessa anxiously waited for Alex to arrive. She had planned this special evening meticulously, wanting to deliver the joyous news of her pregnancy in the most romantic way possible. Her heart fluttered with a mix of excitement and nervousness, not knowing how Alex would react, he had been someward distant lately and he wouldn't tell her why and she hoped the news would bring him back to her.The door swung open, and Alex walked in with an unusually distant expression on his face. The once warm, loving gaze had Vanished, replaced by an icy detachment that sent a shiver down Vanessa's spine. Something was terribly wrong, she could feel it in her bones."Alex, you're finally here," Vanessa greeted, her Voice trembling slightly. "I have something important to tell you." She said as she lay in to kiss him but he turned his face so her lips landed on his chic.Vanessa gulped hard
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER TWO
CHAPTER TWOVanessa lays on the single bed of Emma's one room apartment scrolling through the news and rumors from various blogs . She felt sad that she seems to know less than what the blogs know about the breaking of her own marriage.Her voice trembled with a cocktail of anger and sadness. "Emma, how could he do this to me? I thought we were solid. I thought our love was unbreakable."Vanessa had always believed that Alex was the one person she could count on, the foundation on which her dreams were built. Yet, as she sat helplessly amidst the ruins of their shattered relationship, she could feel herself spiraling into a dark abyss.Emma reached out to grasp v's hand, her eyes filled with empathy, “Vanessa, I can't imagine the pain you're going through right now. But remember, rumors are just that – rumors. They often exaggerate and twist the truth. Try not to let them consume you."" You know the saddest thing is I still believe he will come back " she confessed with teary eyes
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER THREE
The rumors were excruciating to say the least especially when Vanessa was spotted in a bar with another Man she had been severally warn to stay at home and lay low at least until everything blows over but ignored the warnings she feels she can take on any one after her little escaped with Emily at the bar the previous night , besides she wanted to be done with everything and leave LA for good.“At Least let Jeff drive you to the house instead of meeting him at the house” Emma reasoned with her pleadingly.Her relationship and marriage with Alex had been the talk of the Town. She sees no reason why their breakup won't be an even bigger news and she is not about to hide just because people have nothing better to do. But just to shut Emma up she agreed with her suggestion by nodding positively.“He is already on his way” Emma confessed as she had already called and asked him to come.And just on cue his knock came on the door before Vanessa could protest and Emma left her to get ready w
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER FOUR
Vanessa’s heart races with anticipation as the plane gently touches dawn on the tarmac. It has been five years since she left LA and everything behind . Not much has changed she thought as she spotted Emma waving, the last time she was at this airport was when Jeff and Emma were seeing her off and now Jeff is gone.“I am so excited to see you!” Emma screamed throwing her body at Vanessa for a hug not minding the people around.“I have missed you,” Vanessa replied, hugging her even more tightly. In all the five years Emma has been away they have only seen each other through video calls and pictures. It felt great seeing each other even though it wasn't a happy visit. “I hope you are not leaving soon? we have a lot of catching up to do” Emma said as she led v to her car.“Hey I just landed and you are already talking about leaving,” she joked, fasting her seat belt.“ I can't believe you drive now Emma”she teased knowing Emma has a fear of driving for the longest time.“Believe me, I
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER FIVE
If you want your death to be morn in style, be rich and famous, this is exactly v's thoughts as her eyes scan the faces in the room everyone was wearing the most expensive black designer and chatting about what a good man Jeffrey was and she wondered if all this people actually know him.“Hello miss Morgan” Emily said, offering a glass of wine she had walked up to her as soon as she saw her. This was her opportunity for a payback after what v had said to her in a bar five years ago.“Emily was it?” v answered by taking the wine she had recognized her as soon as she saw her heading her way and she knew she was possibly looking for trouble.“So you are back uhh?” Emily asked in as a way to start up a conversation.“Looks like it” v responded desperately wishing Emily would go away. “ Well I for one am happy you are back” she said “ but it is too bad you are single though i was kind of hoping you can tag along on one of James and i romantic weekend gate always” she added with sarcasm dr
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER SIX
The memory of her encounter with Alex was too hard to shake that evening, she had caught herself smiling multiple times and hated herself for liking his attention.“Did you meet anyone exciting today?” Emma asked innocently. She had been observing her since she came back and was curious about what was making her smile and blush.“No! Nop ,why?” Venassa was all defensive, she thought someone might have spotted her and Alex and she can see how it can be misinterpreted and she doesn't want to be caught dead gushing over her Ex.“Nothing, just asking,” Emma stated, sipping her wine.“Didn't meet anyone except Emily” Venassa said in an effort to change the subject.“Bar Emily?” Emma asked excitedly, Venassa had told her about her encounter with Emily five years ago.“Yup, she spotted me and came over to gloat about dating James.” Vanessa giggled at the memory.“Different girl Every week James?” Emma said “ what a fool” she added and they laughed.“exactly my thought” said Vanessa getting u
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My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER TWENTY TWO
After days without receiving threatening messages, she finally felt a sense of relief. Emma seemed to have backed off from nagging her too, but it was too early to declare it over. Despite this temporary peace, her nerves were still on edge. Her main concern now was having to constantly dodge her daughter's pleas to see her father, her heart aching with the web of lies she had to spin each time.It was a quiet morning as she sorted through her emails, trying to find some semblance of normalcy while sipping her coffee. Suddenly, her phone rang, shattering the fragile peace she had mustered. Her heart raced as she debated whether to answer the unknown number. This was the reality of her life now, she thought, before finally picking up the call and bringing the phone to her ear."Vanessa," his deep voice greeted her from the other end.She refused to admit to herself that a part of her was relieved to hear his voice, knowing all too well that nothing good could come from breaking the con
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER TWENTY ONE
“It's just me,” a voice called out from the building. At first, Vanessa couldn't discern the speaker's identity, but as a figure clad in a bathrobe emerged from the shadows, she recognized the familiar gait of her best friend, Emma. Her initial instinct was to flee, but she willed herself to remain composed.“It's just me,” Emma repeated, a hint of laughter bubbling beneath her words.“Emma?” Vanessa gasped with relief as she approached her friend. “What are you doing here?”“Well, you canceled on me, so I thought I'd surprise you at home. But when I arrived and found you missing, I let myself in,” Emma replied casually as they made their way back to Vanessa's apartment.“Is everything okay?” Emma inquired, noting the tension in Vanessa's voice.“Yeah, why?” Vanessa replied, her voice betraying a fear she sought to conceal. She knew that voicing her worries could jeopardize her Rose's well-being, so she masked her emotions behind a facade of composure which she knew Emma could see thr
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER TWENTY
Vanessa spotted Alex sitting at a corner table in the cozy cafe, elegantly dressed in a crisp shirt and sleek suit, it dawn on her that they had never heard an actual date like normal couple, and this wasn't one either.She felt a pang of guilt as she approached him, dressed in jeans and a hoodie, her attire fitting more for incognito than a casual coffee meetup. Alex looked up as she approached, a flicker of concern crossing his features before hiding behind a polite smile."I almost thought, you're standing me up," Alex greeted her, his voice holding a hint of uncertainty.In truth she had considered standing him up or canceling the date all together but she couldn't. She had dread her decision to meet every time the clock tick until an hour and a half passed.They exchanged brief pleasantries before settling into their seats, the tension palpable in the air between them his eyes set on her like he was scanning her, she knew he knows something was wrong, nothing ever pass him and t
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER NINETEEN
Sam followed her gaze to the door but Alex was gone.“ Is everything alright?” he is now sitting next to her, making her even more uncomfortable.This is definitely not how she had pictured the evening going, it was supposed to be a romantic evening that ends with her waking up with a smile next to a naked Sam and the thoughts of Alex gone, she was convinced it wasn't love she felt for him it was lust and sleeping with Sam was going to make everything go away but instead she is worried about how much of what went between her and Sam Alex had witness and for no reason she was getting angry at Sam.“This is a bad idea,” she said in a whisper. If he wasn't sitting so close to her he wouldn't have had her.All this was getting old and frankly insulting, Sam was a solid nine, since nobody was ever actually a ten except in books, he was tall, good looking, respectable and runs his own successful business he wasn't Alex rich but rich yet it felt like she was using him.“Is there someone else
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER EIGHTEEN
Rose swung her Father's hand happily as they walked to their car. It was parents teachers day and she was happy both parents came, she is having this bond with him that scared Venassa to the core, what if he up and leave again was forever her fear.“ You see, we work perfectly,” Alex pointed out, smiling at Vanessa.It always amazes her when he smiles even after all these years it was beautiful, almost like it he was a totally different person and she still wonders what most have caused him to be like that, Alex was never one to do back stories they are too painful she figured. If she could she would very much like to take the pain away, be his sunshine and see that smile everyday but she has been burnt down that road before.“I told you I am in a relationship,” she replied.“What are we then?” He asked with a mischievous smile this time.She knew exactly what he meant as Soon as that smile crossed his face and she hated thinking or talking about their shared nights together almost
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER SEVENTEEN
“So you guys are friends now” Emma asked with a disgusted look on her face.“ No, not really,” Venassa answered, smiling like a teenager in love. “ He just wants to be involved in Rose's life and I figure it's good for her.”“Umh” Emma wasn't buying it she knew her friend enough to Know that smile wasn't just because she finally had closure.“Really, we talked, I am with Sam now and he is just getting to know his daughter.” Venassa was defensive.The truth was they had actually talk and he had agreed to keep his distance but none of them is truly convinced they were actually over, and the fact that he had came himself to get Rose for the weekend when he could easily sent someone only confirmed that he wants to see her and when he was told she went for a run he waited for her . She wanted to see him , if she was being honest with herself and touch him even and the only reason she was smiling was because she was going to see him again today but she couldn't say that out loud not even to
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER SIXTEEN
“ Say something,” Alex said, his tone lace with concern. He had followed her almost immediately she left and was relieved when she was the one who opened the door even though he could see her detest for his presence so much that even Rose's presence couldn't turn her frown, but she let him in without a word she walked straight to the kitchen and sat on one of the chairs around the kitchen island. He could tell she had been seated there probably since she came home , her face looking aged by worry.He sat on the vacant chair next to hers, while Rose ran around playing, occasionally calling for his attention but he was too concern for what Venassa was thinking to join the little girl, could do anything to make her smile it pained him to see her like that.“ What do you want me to say?” She asked when he had lost all hope that she would talk to him.“Say anything, tell me what you are feeling, what you are thinking please” he had her hands held in his hand while the other lifted her chi
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER FIFTEEN
To say she was angry was an understatement, Alex had struck a nerve, she thought he was better than that dragging her poor baby into his drama.“Should we stop at the police? '' James asked as soon as he started the car she nodded her head in the negative. And even though she could see his disagreement in his eyes he had kept quiet and kept driving, and Jenny on the other hand was still crying and mumbling, she wanted tell her it was alright but was too angry to talk so the ride home was a painful quiet one except for the annoying radio that everyone was stone to off, and when they got home nobody said a word.Alex will be expecting her to call. She knew of that but she wasn't prepared to give him what he wanted. She's going to wait, she vowed but as soon as she stepped into her quiet apartment she knew it was going to be harder than she expected.She watched Jenny walk past her and sat on the couch probably thinking she wasn't making any effort to locate her daughter. She needed to
My First Ex: The Billionaire's Home Coming CHAPTER FOURTEEN
If Alex had any doubt he is sure this is his daughter now and he is sure he is getting Vanessa back he just has to make her listen and understand.He was on his way to the golf club when he spotted her play with a little girl, he didn't just assumed she was her daughter, he just got carried away by how beautiful they had looked so much that he couldn't help but ask the driver to stop for some reason he wanted to get a closer look is like he was hypnotized by them, he was shocked the girl called her Mama that could mean only want thing.He had wanted to confirm then and there but how could he explain his presence? He knew she would just assume he is stalking her now and she had been threatening him with a restraining order. He doesn't want to give her any reason to act on it, not that it's going to stop him from seeing her.And when she kicked him out of her apartment later that evening it only confirmed his claims he has a daughter, a four year old daughter, he knew he wasn't going to
