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Chpater 81

Author: Tori Evans
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-04-05 19:32:15

Ava's POV

I blinked twice, staring at her with my mouth dropping to the floor.

What?

Mom ran a hand through her hair, her eyes filling with tears.

"I'm sorry, Ava. I really am, okay? I never meant to do any of this. The thing is, I'm so sorry. I just... I have no excuse for treating you the way I did. Liam would be so disappointed in me right now. So disappointed. Please forgive me, my darling."

She walked closer to me, but I stepped backward, shaking my head.

"You're not serious, right? You think you can just waltz in here, tell me sorry, and then I'll just forgive you? For goodness' sake, you accused me of killing my husband, the man I love, the man whose baby is in me. Mom, do you think that is something that can easily be forgiven?"

She shook her head.

"No, Ava. I know it cannot be easily forgiven. And I am not expecting you to forgive me easily. I am not. But at this point, I just want you to know something—that I look at myself like the worst mother in the world. I know you had
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  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 82

    Ava's P.O.V.Dad's memorial was nothing like I'd expected. I thought it would be a family affair, with just us family members and a few close friends present. But as I alighted from Carlos' vehicle, my eyes met a sea of people, dressed in black, walking in and out of the mansion.Annoyance seeped through my veins immediately. None of these people had been there when Dad was paralyzed and dying. Neither did they show up when he died. But here they are today, all because the final declaration of his will is to be read.I know many are here for the drama. My rocky relationship with Mom and Natalia is definitely not a secret.Well, too bad for them. I don't plan on giving them any drama. I came here today to get some of my important stuff from Dad's room, and I'm out."Are you sure you don't want me to tag along, Ava? You know you're not supposed to be stressed out now," Carlos asked from the driver's seat, staring at me through the window.I had rounded the car already, about to go in. I

    Huling Na-update : 2025-04-06
  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   01

    Chapter OneAva’s POVI looked up at the Patel mansion, wondering if coming back here was worth it or just the biggest mistake of my life. I guess I’d have to find out. I hope I don't regret it.But who was I kidding? Nothing good had ever come out of this house. Never had, never will.The Patel mansion looked as magnificent as ever, towering over the other luxurious homes in one of the richest neighborhoods in the city of Pinecrest.A gravel driveway that seemed to go on forever led up to the water fountain where cars were parked around. The tall marble pillars lining the entrance to my home, decorated by various flowers. This house was easily the most beautiful in this part of the city.The last time I saw this house, I was barely eight years old and being sent away, exiled to a boarding school with nothing more than a silly explanation and a hurried goodbye. Now, after so long, I was back. And the truth was, I still wasn’t ready to face them just yet.As I made my way to the gate,

    Huling Na-update : 2024-12-21
  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   02

    Chapter twoAva's POV“How I miss my bed.” I groaned, feeling my eyes drooping.The night of Natalia's engagement party had finally arrived, and I was barely able to stand straight. After a long day of trying to perfect the decorations in the grand hall and cooking food that could feed a million men, I hadn’t had a moment to myself.The chandeliers sparkled from the ceiling, brightening the ballroom. Beautiful flowers adorned every surface, their sweet scent engulfing my nose. Food and drinks were lined up on the buffet tables.As I hurriedly descended the grand staircase, I tried to smooth down the simple blue dress I had thrown on earlier. It was my best dress, but it was even less fashionable than all the maid's clothes. To think I am the daughter of the Patel family.However, I didn’t care much about appearances. I had learned long ago that my role was to remain in the background. And that wasn't going to change tonight.Lost in thought, I slammed into someone. Hard. A firm grip c

    Huling Na-update : 2024-12-21
  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   03

    Chapter ThreeAva's POVA jarring pain shot through my head as I jolted awake. and I had to close my eyes for a few seconds to get rid of the wave of dizziness that washed over me.Something was wrong. Very, very wrong. I got a hint once I took off the blanket and noticed I was as naked as the day I was born.No, this couldn't be happening. My clothes lay in a heap on the floor on the other side of the bed. The other side of the bed rumpled as if someone had slept there too. It looked like I had been involved in a passionate encounter in the night, but that couldn't have happened. I came here to get something for Mom.The realization shot through me.Oh shit, Natalia's gift.Oh no! I didn’t do what I was sent to do. Mom will kill me.I looked at the desk where the gift was supposed to be, but it was empty.“What... what happened?” I whispered to myself, trying to grasp what was happening. But everything after I came into the room was a blur.My phone buzzed with a new message. My st

    Huling Na-update : 2024-12-21
  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   04

    Chapter fourAva's POVI stood still, the thumping of my heart against my chest loud enough for all in the room to hear. Good thing I was alone.I was dressed in a silky white gown. No, it wasn't fancy or eye-catching, nor was it expensive. It was my aunt's dress, one she had made for her wedding years ago. Although Liam had tried hard to get me to use his card to buy a dress and everything I'd need, I had rejected his offers. "We would need the money after the wedding," I had told him, my tone flat, signaling the end of our conversation.The door suddenly opened behind me as the sound of wheels made their way to my ears. I turned around quickly, barely catching myself from face-planting the floor."Dad," I muttered, my voice cracking as I gazed at my dad, who had just been pushed into the room in his wheelchair by his caretaker."My Princess, you look so adorable. You're all grown up now," Dad expressed, his face spreading into a beautiful smile.My heart ached as a pang of guilt hi

    Huling Na-update : 2024-12-21
  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   05

    Chapter 5 Ava's POV We arrived home later in the day, after a small celebratory meal. It wasn’t planned, but somehow it just felt necessary. I wished, more than anything, that my dad could have been there on my wedding day. Lost in thought, I barely noticed that Liam was speaking to me until he raised his voice, breaking my train of thought. “Ava!” I jumped, glancing at him. “Sorry, what were you saying?” “Ava, I was asking if you’re okay… you’ve been zoned out for a while.” I noticed Liam and Uncle Bertram watching me with concern. I managed a smile, “I’m fine,” I said softly. “I just… I wish Dad would have been here. Even if the wedding was fake, even if this whole thing probably won’t last… It would’ve meant a lot.” They stared at me, their gazes soft and filled with pity. I didn't like that, so I hastily added, “But, well, he had to be at Natalia’s wedding. It’s understandable. Mum probably made sure of that.” Liam’s gaze softened. “Why do your mother and sister treat you l

    Huling Na-update : 2025-02-19
  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 6

    Chapter 6Ava's POV"Liam, please stop!" I shouted as I ran behind Liam, but he paid me no heed. Oh my God, my heart was nearly jumping out of my chest. What was this? And why was this happening to me now? I didn't need Liam to attack my family.I had only agreed to do what Mother had said because I knew that she would manipulate the situation in her favor. I would leave this house soon and then find a way to get back at them. But for now, I just wanted to obey them.I didn't expect Liam to get angry and try to attack them. "Liam, please stop!" I shouted, but it was almost too late. He was not listening, and he was getting really close to the door.I ran, my feet pounding against the tiled floor, but still, I was unable to stop Liam. He was too fast, and before I could even reach him, he had pushed open the big doors, separating the servants' quarters from the main house, causing them to bang loudly against the wall.The chatter that was being heard in the ballroom while we came died

    Huling Na-update : 2025-02-21
  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 7

    Chapter 7Ava’s POV“Ava, can you see what you’ve done?” Natalia’s voice rang out in the tense silence, full of anger and bitterness. “Look at what you and Liam did to my husband. I swear, I’ll make you both pay for this.”I rolled my eyes. “Natalia, maybe your husband wouldn’t have gotten involved if he’d let the argument stay between the people it actually concerned. And he's not a kid so stop crying.”She gasped, her eyes narrowing. “How dare you? He’s my husband, and he has every right to stand up for me however he wants! I’m going to make sure you and Liam regret this.”Her words usually sent a chill through my heart, but not this time. This time, I felt… nothing but calmness. I wonder why though.I looked back at her, my tone of voice steady “I got married today, and so did you. We’re all tired, and we need rest. Let’s keep this quiet. You know how Dad’s health is—I’m not sure he would appreciate any of this noise.”My mother gave me a cold stare, but rolled her eyes and turned

    Huling Na-update : 2025-02-21

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  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 82

    Ava's P.O.V.Dad's memorial was nothing like I'd expected. I thought it would be a family affair, with just us family members and a few close friends present. But as I alighted from Carlos' vehicle, my eyes met a sea of people, dressed in black, walking in and out of the mansion.Annoyance seeped through my veins immediately. None of these people had been there when Dad was paralyzed and dying. Neither did they show up when he died. But here they are today, all because the final declaration of his will is to be read.I know many are here for the drama. My rocky relationship with Mom and Natalia is definitely not a secret.Well, too bad for them. I don't plan on giving them any drama. I came here today to get some of my important stuff from Dad's room, and I'm out."Are you sure you don't want me to tag along, Ava? You know you're not supposed to be stressed out now," Carlos asked from the driver's seat, staring at me through the window.I had rounded the car already, about to go in. I

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chpater 81

    Ava's POVI blinked twice, staring at her with my mouth dropping to the floor.What?Mom ran a hand through her hair, her eyes filling with tears."I'm sorry, Ava. I really am, okay? I never meant to do any of this. The thing is, I'm so sorry. I just... I have no excuse for treating you the way I did. Liam would be so disappointed in me right now. So disappointed. Please forgive me, my darling."She walked closer to me, but I stepped backward, shaking my head."You're not serious, right? You think you can just waltz in here, tell me sorry, and then I'll just forgive you? For goodness' sake, you accused me of killing my husband, the man I love, the man whose baby is in me. Mom, do you think that is something that can easily be forgiven?"She shook her head."No, Ava. I know it cannot be easily forgiven. And I am not expecting you to forgive me easily. I am not. But at this point, I just want you to know something—that I look at myself like the worst mother in the world. I know you had

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 80

    Ava's POV"Yes, Mrs. Blackwell."The lawyer smiled, as though he wasn't sensing the tension in the room. "Mr. Blackwell asked me to make sure you took over his company. He said you deserved it for all the hard work you've put in during the short while you've been there. And also, of course, his dad is old but will still be helping you learn the ropes of things.""Meanwhile, his heir will take over when he or she is of age," the lawyer said, gesturing to my stomach.But my mind still wasn't at rest. Dom's reaction had been very unusual. And I think everyone knew it, too, because Mom and Dad exchanged glances before Dad cleared his throat."Domenico, son, is everything okay?"He just kept glaring at me until, after a few seconds, he huffed and stomped out of the living room, his footsteps echoing loudly on the floor. A few minutes later, the screeching of tires sounded outside as his car roared to life and sped out of the gates of the compound.The tension in the air was so thick it cou

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 79

    Ava's POVI blinked twice, shaking my head as if it would wake me up from the nightmare I was currently living in. I couldn't bring myself to accept or believe that Mom was accusing me of having a hand in Liam's kidnapping."Mom, what are you saying? How could you say—""I am not your mom," she cut me off. "Don't ever think about calling me Mom."I gasped, tears filling my eyes. "Mom, did I do something?""Are you daft?" she raised her voice this time, the sound echoing off the walls of the room. "Yes, you did something, Ava. You did something."The door to the room opened then, and Dad and Carlos peeked their heads in, their eyes wide open, filled with concern."Is everything okay?"Mom ignored Dad, turning back to face me. "You did something. You killed my son, and you think that you can just call me Mom and pretend like everything is okay?"Gasps echoed around the room—Dad's, Carlos's, and mine. I still couldn't bring myself to believe what was going on."Mom, please, you need to u

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 78

    Ava's POVNo.No.No effing way.I refuse to believe it. When I heard what the police officers had said, I let out a loud gasp, which betrayed my location as all eyes turned to me. But by the time they could move towards me, I bolted, running as fast as my legs could carry me away from them.The men's footsteps were pounding against the tiles behind me, too much noise for a hospital, but at the moment, it didn't matter."Ava, wait. Please wait!"Multiple voices were shouting at once that I couldn't make out who was talking. It didn't matter; I just needed to get away. Where to? I had no idea, but I kept running.I stood no chance, though, not only because I got tired but because there's only so much distance a heavily pregnant woman could cover. Domenico met me first, pulling me by the elbow to face him.I jumped into his arms, soaking his shirt with my tears. "Don't cry, baby. Don't cry. Everything will be okay."I sank to the concrete ground, shivering from the cold that was seeping

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 77

    Ava's POVHis eyes lingered on my trembling figure, staying for a while on my stomach before he sighed. "There's no time to waste. Let's get going."The men reluctantly got in while eyeing my direction, and the cars roared to life.They drove off in the opposite direction from how they came while I fell to the ground, unable to stop my tears even as the driver tried to get me to calm down.About a minute later, the cops arrived and rushed towards us since the driver had turned on the lights.Domenico was the first to reach my side, lifting me up and cradling me against his chest. Why were they here now? It was all useless. My husband had been taken. I was numb. Their presence now was unnecessary.I was placed in an ambulance, but even as the red and blue lights shone so bright, I couldn't feel a thing."Some cop cars have gone after them. But what exactly happened?" I heard a voice ask. Dad? Or Carlos? I didn't know, and I didn't care. I was numb at the moment, unable to believe that

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 76

    Ava's POVI held my breath, feeling tears stream down my face as the man walked closer. This is it. My baby and I are going to die. I'm so sorry, baby. I failed to protect you, I whispered, rubbing my stomach.Once the man got closer—so close I was sure he could see the car—a deafening sound erupted from the store. Once. Bang. Twice. Bang. And then, like a chorus. I froze, my eyes wide as my mind reeled with different possibilities of what could be going on. Oh my God, what if they've killed my husband. No. No, this can't be happening.My prayers were slightly answered when the men who went in started filing out, dragging an extra person between them. There's no mistaking it. That was Liam.Although relieved that he hadn't been shot, my heart still clenched when I saw the state he was in. His suit jacket was nowhere to be found, his shirt torn in different places with blood seeping out, and bruises littered his entire body."Oh my God. Please save us," I cried, knowing that I couldn't

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 75

    Ava's POVTen minutes went by as I stayed in the car, waiting for Liam to return. Boredom slowly crept in, and I kept tapping my fingers on my knee while singing a song to distract myself from the eeriness of the surroundings.The driver sat still, his eyes focused on the direction Liam had gone in. When it got to 15 minutes, I sighed and pushed open the door, stepping out into the chilly dark night. I shivered and wrapped my arms around myself to prevent the cold from biting my bones.The driver's door opened behind me just as I started walking in. "Mrs. Blackwell, where are you going, ma'am?"I shrugged. "He's taking too long. I'm going to check on him," I said and continued strolling towards the building but halted when the driver gripped my forearm."Ma'am, please stay in the car. I'm sure he will be here soon. He might not be happy if you go in."I hated the fact that he was right. Liam had told me to stay back. But what was taking him so long? I couldn't stop the clenching of my

  • My Forced Husband Is A Billionaire   Chapter 74

    Ava's POVSoft kisses on my jaw, running down to my chin and the back of my neck, woke me from the deep slumber I had been enjoying. “Liam, let me sleep, please,” I groaned, but he chuckled, his warm breath tickling my skin.“Come on, baby, just once again.”Was he serious? Hell no. I frowned into the pillow, cuddling further into it as the chilly breeze from the open window hit my skin when Liam pulled the sheets down my shoulders.“Liam, it’s cold. Give me back,” I murmured, extending my hands without raising my head from the pillow.“Babe, no. Not until you give me my birthday present.”“I’ll give you at the party, Liam. Come on.”“No, I want it now. You know what I mean,” he whispered, his voice husky as he bit my earlobe.Gosh, I married an insatiable beast.“Liam, I gave you your present as requested two times last night. Now just leave me alone.”“Babe, just once more, and I’ll be the happiest birthday boy ever.”I pretended not to have heard him and pushed myself further into

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