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Chapter 22 : Partners in Crime
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Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 23 : Babe
Mia's POV“Hello ladies.” Jake awkwardly approached us. “Emily, i-it’s good to see you.”Emily gave Jake a sour look and pretended to look through her purse. Jake turned toward me with a helpless expression and I knew he wanted me to help fix it.“Nice to see you.” I said, forcing a smile. “What brings you in here?”“I was at the convenience store across the street.” He was nervous. “I saw you guys through the window and thought I’d say hi.”The three of us were quiet for a moment. It was clear no one really knew what to say next.“Alright, I guess I’ll say it.” Emily said, looking at Jake. “It’s pretty low of you to date Rachel after all she did to Mia.”“Come on.” Jake sighed. “She’s not the same person she used to be.”“So?” Emily scoffed. “She put Mia through hell. How could you even like her?”“I don’t know.” Jake shrugged, carelessly. “I just do. It just sort of happened.”“Whatever.” Emily rolled her eyes.I was surprised that Jake wasn’t trying harder t
Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 24 : Dance With Me, Baby
Mia's POVEmily arrived at my house around eight-thirty. My mom was just getting home and was kind enough to let her in. I could hear the two of them chatting from my room and I knew I needed to save Emily before my mom forced her into eating something.I made my way down the hall, past Allie’s bedroom. Her door was closed and she told Amber and me that she wanted to be alone. We reluctantly agreed, even though neither one of us wanted to leave her. I tiptoed down the stairs so I wouldn’t disturb her and made my way into the kitchen. Emily was sitting at the table, talking about some military story while my mother fixed her a cup of tea. I kissed my mom on the cheek and sat down next to Emily. “Tea, baby?” My mother asked, holding up the kettle. “I’m okay.” I shook my head. “The first six weeks in Honduras were hell.” Emily continued her story. “I’ll bet.” My mother giggled as she poured tea into two teacups. “Mark and I went to Honduras for his birthday years
Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 25 : Green With Envy
Mia's POVI was flooded with emotions as Ethan and I kissed. The way that he held me made me feel so alive, so special. I didn’t understand what I was feeling, but all I knew was I didn’t want the feelings to stop. That kiss was different. I was lost in it. Ethan’s hands felt right around my waist, and I never wanted him to let me go.When I came back from the fantasyland my heart had traveled to, Jake was still sitting there, looking painfully uncomfortable and green with envy. He and Ethan shared a look and I noticed Ethan gave him a cocky smirk. It felt as if I were watching a movie that I was the main character in.Jake looked away with disgust in his eyes and I could tell, clear as day, that he was jealous. I felt my face get hot as the two men competed for my attention.“Come on, babe.” Ethan said, taking my hand. “Show me what you’ve got.”Ethan pulled me on the dancefloor, and the rest was history. We danced for another hour at least, and it was the best fun I’d ha
Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 26 : White as a Ghost
Ethan's POV“Where’s Hector?” Mia asked, as we stepped outside the bar.“I gave him the night off.” I guided her to a parking lot around back. We passed through a narrow alley to where the hidden parking lot was. We walked through the lot of empty cars in silence, as I held onto Mia by the waist. She didn’t seem to mind it, so I kept my hand there. I was so confused. A few days ago, this was all just a game, but tonight felt real. ‘Take it easy, Ethan.’ I thought to myself as we approached my black corvette. ‘You’re just pretending.’I clicked a button on my keys and the headlights came on. I guided Mia to the passenger side door and held it open for her.“This is your car?” She asked in disbelief.“Is that a problem?” I was confused. “No.” She shook her head. “We just don’t see a lot of cars like this in Greenbrooke.”“Only the best for you, babe.” I chuckled as I gestured for her to get in. She happily took her place inside the corvette. I caught a whiff o
Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 27 : A Family Affair
Mia's POVI was surprised at how rested I felt this morning. I was so worried I’d wake up groggy and hung over for work, but to my surprise, I felt amazing. I turned off my alarm on the nightstand and laid in silence for a bit.It was six-thirty and the sun was just high enough to shine through my window. The early morning hues of pinks and blues made the sky look like cotton candy and I found myself daydreaming about last night.I couldn’t believe how Ethan and I kissed. Not just at the bar, but also once we made it home. I felt my body tingle as I fantasized about his hands all over my body. I wanted to feel him on top of me.There was something different now between us. Yes, that kiss at the bar could have been pretended, a little, but not when we were home. Not when no one was watching. I know now that he also feels attracted to me, and this made me feel more bold, more special.Yes, emotions, he said it was only going to be fake, I was not going to imagine he fell in
Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 28 : Don't Make Waves
Mia's POVWe landed in New York around two in the afternoon and went straight to a car parked on the street. Ryan rode in the front seat while Ethan and I sat in the back. The drive to the hospital was interesting. I looked out the window at all the moving cars and was surprised at how accurate the movies were.There were people hustling on the sidewalks, all determined to get to their destinations. Taxis flooded the streets, and we were practically bumper to bumper once we reached the heart of the city. “You’ve got to be kidding me.” Ethan anxiously tapped his foot. I reached for his hand and squeezed to let him know that I was here for him. I didn’t know what condition his sister would be in once we made it to the hospital, but I was trying to prepare myself for anything. Just then Ethan’s phone rang and he eagerly answered.“Hello?” He answered in a professional tone. “Yes, this is Ethan Black. No, I’m her brother. Do you have any new information? I should be there i
Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 29 : A Cold Shower
Ethan's POVMy parents and I all crowded into Lily’s room. She was asleep when we came in so we waited for her to wake up naturally. My mother took the chair closest to Lily’s bed while my father and I sat in the seats by the window.“So that Mia girl.” My mother folded her arms. “How did you two meet?”I rolled my eyes, not in the mood for anymore of my mother’s mind games. She could be the nicest person in the world or the cruelest person you’d ever met. Today, she was clearly choosing the latter.“Like she said.” I answered coldly. “We met in Greenbrooke. I’m working on a project out there.”“Right.” My mother said, still not satisfied. “You know, it wouldn’t kill you to be a little more forthcoming about your personal life.”“Grace.” My father cut in. “Give it a rest, will you? He doesn’t have to share every detail about his life with us.”“The hell he doesn’t!” My mother snapped. “I’m his mother. I raised him and I expect a little more respect.”“What is the
Pretending with the Billionaire Chapter 30 : Don't Scream
Mia's POVThe day had been long, and I was grateful to finally be alone. Ethan put me up in a guest bedroom at the far end of his apartment and I was enjoying a moment to myself. I laid back in my bed and enjoyed the view of the tall buildings surrounding us.I couldn’t believe that people actually lived like this. It felt like I was living in a fairy tale.I rolled over on my stomach and pulled out my phone. I dialed my home phone number, which had been etched into my brain since I was ten years old, and called home. After a few rings, Amber picked up.“Jones residence.” She said, sounding a little tired.“Amber, it’s me.” I said, surprised at how happy I was to hear her voice.“Mia, where are you?” She quickly asked once she realized it was me. “I thought we were going to have a girl’s night for Allie tonight.”“I know.” I said, feeling guilty. “I-I had to leave town suddenly.” “Is this about your new boyfriend?” She asked, with an attitude. “I can’t believe yo
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