Vanessa reunites with her college sweet heart and Ruthless playboy Billionaire, Edward Silver. Edward will stop at nothing to claim custody of their 5 year old son that was kept a secret from him. In efforts to control Vanessa, he proposes a contract marriage to her but there is one problem. Vanessa has also caught the eye of Daniel West, a rival billionaire to Edward. Finding her way through the obstacles ahead, will she escape the clutches of Edward and live the life she has always wanted? Or can they find love again despite the challenges?
View MoreVanessa POVGolden fairy lights brightened the lawn in the mansion. I adored how It gave a lovely glow over the neatly cut grass. The fragrance of barbecue grilling filled up the air, mixing with the fresh perfume of roses from the neighbouring flower beds. A beautiful tune played in the background, and the entertainment Edward had planned made their appearance. My eyes widened with surprise when a group of salsa dancers, dressed in stunning red and gold, came into the yard, and took up different positions. The Latin music sounded stylish as it played the dancers moved in perfect sync, their bodies flowing and bursting with energy. I couldn't resist smiling at the sight. Edward had gone out of his way to ensure the night didn’t feel too tense after the awkward arrival of Daniel and Wendy.He leaned in slightly, his voice quiet in comparison to the background commotion. "I thought this would lighten up the mood after…" his voice trailed off, but I understood perfectly what h
Sunday April 13, 2024Vanessa POVA scent of roasted chicken filled the whole kitchen and extended to the corners of the mansion.It also mixed with the aroma of the fresh lasagna baking in the oven, alongside the cookies and cupcakes. A pot of spaghetti sauce cooked on the gas, while I brought out a batch of garlic bread from the oven to cool.Beside it, Mandi was making some taco chicken sandwiches and had also prepared a large bowl of salad, the dressing on it made it look so good.One of the maids moved the tray of mashed potatoes to the dining room, and I began to put some Chinese rice and honey glazed Turkey into my casserole dish.My mother watered at the sight of it.Roasted Fish and chips with some fresh pepper sauce were also one of my favorites. The fish roasted nicely as I set that on the kitchen counter, with the loads of other meals we had prepared.Mandi wiped her forehead dramatically. "Good lord! Remind me why we thought making all of this food ourselves was a good
Vanessa POVBella had been very helpful and supportive of me, she suggested lunch for the both of us at low key but exotic restaurant. I also want Mandi to have a good time in New York besides the Mansion, so our own sister outing was scheduled for later before she goes back to the UK.She extended her stay for the whole of April When I told her what transpired at the gala. Mandi was in complete shock and she tried her best to make me feel better. I recall her embracing me.“I’m so sorry you have to go through all this Vanessa. I’m here for you okay?” Her voice suddenly echoed in my head.Then My phone buzzed. A message from Daniel.“Can we talk? Please.”Carefully I glared at it, I could feel the weight of his request pressing down on me. I desired to ignore it, pretend he no longer existed. But the memory of him standing between me and a bullet was impossible to forget.I got carried away, as Donovan pulled up on the driveway.Bella chose a restaurant quietly tucked away in one of
Vanessa POVI moved across the length of my bedroom, my arms crossed over my chest as I listened to Mandi’s fingers moving across her laptop keyboard. She had crossed her legs and was sitting on my bed, her gaze moving across the screen and a deep furrow developing between her brows.The children, Liam, Gwen and James were sitting on the floor, playing with their toys, unknown to them of the scandal that had my head racing.Mandi let out a faint whistle."Wow. Wendy Hawthorne is a piece of work.”I stopped pacing. “What did you find?" She turned the laptop towards me, and I leaned in to examine the writing. This is Wendy Hawthorne: A Story of Talent, Chaos, and Tumultuous Romance.The blog stated that Wendy is an award-winning actress, praised as one of Hollywood’s brightest stars. She had also starred in three blockbuster films—two romance dramas and one high-octane action thriller—that had all become instant hits and internet sensations. Directors loved her, audiences adored
Daniel POVThe moment Wendy walked in and Vanessa left, the atmosphere changed. Wendy's smile faltered, and her golden eyes narrowed. She was dressed too well. Perhaps overdressed even. Her hair rested on her shoulders in waves, brunette in color. and her makeup was flawless.She was also putting on a designer gown. This was all too much for just a visit to my penthouse.What’s the catch? Wendy Hawthorne was certainly a handful.The mask she wore wasn’t enough to conceal the slight trembling of her fingers, or the way her eyes roamed about, like she was searching for something,— power, affirmation, control.“Daniel, sweetheart.” She said softly, trying to sound gentle.“I needed to see you. I still want us, and the life we promised each other.” I sighed in exhaustion. I wasn’t ready for all this.“What are you really doing here Wendy? Tell me the truth.” She flashed me her catchy grin, the one she'd used on red carpets, with directors, and on me. "I just got out of rehab," she
Vanessa POVApril 9th, 2024For the first time in days, things felt normal again. Due to the attack at the gala, the fashion house launch was pushed to the following week. I spent my previous days preparing for the launch of Queens by VC, diving into fabrics, designs, and business meetings. At night, I lost myself in quiet moments—reading, drinking wine, pretending my heart wasn’t at war with itself. The bodyguards still escorted me to most places, a few security measures had to be taken.Edward offered to send interior designers for my new shop so I stopped over after I dropped Liam off at school. The mannequins were spaced out, and the name ‘Queens by VC’ hung right above the building outside. I was on the verge of tears, this dream had been in my head for years. I was so fulfilled I got the opportunity to make it a reality.Easter was fast approaching and would hold this week, so I thought of a warm cozy Easter dinner at home at the mansion. I could invite Bella and her husband, D
Daniel POVPain. It seared through my arm like fire burning my skin, yet I didn't even flinch. I've had worse. The paramedics stitched me up in my penthouse while keeping a low profile. The last thing I needed was the paparazzi flashing cameras and turning this into a dramatic headline. "Billionaire Takes Bullet for Fashion Queen—Love Triangle Intensifies." I sneered at the concept. What mattered was that Vanessa was safe. That was all I cared about. Vanessa was at my side from the minute we arrived, scrutinising my wound as if she could wish it to heal faster. Her hands shook as she grabbed for me."Daniel, you're insane," she said, frustrated and with a gentler tone. "Why did you even do that?" I laughed a bit, leaning back on the couch, allowing the medic to finish dressing the wound on my arm from the bullet."I couldn’t stand there and let you get shot princess. What kind of man would that make me?" She folded her arms, but her gaze betrayed her. She was shak
Vanessa POV Across the room, admirers' stray looks lingered. Men who weren't Edward or Daniel looked at me with interest, their gazes approving, lingering a second too long. I smirked and raised my glass to my lips. Bella and I continued to talk, discussing the vibe of the evening and the newest adjustments. Daniel's stare could be felt from across the room on occasion. And then he was there alongside me. His appearance drew attention without effort. I rose my head slightly, my breath stopped in my mouth as I spotted the expression in his eyes—dark, intense, and full of unsaid meaning. "You look breathtaking tonight, Princess," he remarked, his voice tinted with something dangerously appealing. His lips twisted into a smile, his gaze running over my physique, fired a spark of heat through me. I kept my look calm. "You've already said that before, Daniel."“And I’ll say it as many times Darling.” He replied as he moved closer. “I’m trying my best not to steal you away from
Vanessa POVSaturday, April 6th 2024The night of the charity event came. Edward and Daniel somehow found a way to cooperate and make it work. The news was everywhere. Silver tech and co. In unity with Westborne inc.A charity event masked under a gala.I would have loved for Mandi to come with me but she insisted on staying back home with the kids because of the recent threats.The phone call scared me but I decided to not let it affect the plans. If I chose to go into hiding, I would be giving the person exactly what they wanted, playing right into their hands.Tonight I was going to remind everyone, that I am Vanessa Coleman and I fear no one.I invited Bella Swift, her son Jacob is a friend of Liam. She had been very helpful with the fashion house set up, and this time she would come with her husband for the event. He is a billionaire like Edward, and since they once worked together, they were sure to get along. Bella dropped Jacob off at the Mansion and Mandi and I planned some
Vanessa POV The crowd of men cheered for me as I swayed my hips slowly, moving my ass in motion with my waist as one of my legs curled round the dancing pole. The night is still young and judging from the looks of it, I've made over a thousand dollars just from dancing seductively. Stripping was never a job option for me, coming out of law school I knew I had the biggest ambitions ahead. All of a sudden the plans changed and here I am, dressed in an all black lingerie and bra with black pointy heels and fish nets that clung to my curvy body. The masked theme of the strip club made it even much better for the strippers to feel comfortable. The only people who could see our faces were the men who paid big money. The elites. On a lively Saturday night like this one, they would surely be here in a few minutes. The girls and I were saving our energy so we could give them a show. If you're lucky, one would offer to fuck and we would make even more money. The music changed again, ...
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