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The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Seventy-one
CATHERINE's POVThe next day, I and Bruce was sitting on a terrace in Tuscany, sipping on a glass of local wine and watching the sunset. We had been talking about everything and anything, getting to know each other on a deeper level.I turned to Bruce and said "You know, I've told you a lot about myself, but I haven't told you the story of how I became CEO of the winery."Bruce stared at me with interest, "I'd love to hear it."I took a sip of my wine before narrating my entire storyBruce listened attentively, impressed by my mother's ambition and hard work after Mason's father had embezzled the company's funds and made away with it. "That's amazing, Your mother accomplished so much," he said, smiling.I smiled back and then turned the conversation to him. "What about you, Bruce? You've told me a bit about your career, but what about your family? Do they support you in your business endeavors?"Bruce's expression grew serious and he looked away. "I'm, uh, estranged from my family,"
Last Updated : 2023-09-04The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Seventy-two
CATHERINE POVAfter their trip to Italy, Bruce and I returned to work with a newfound sense of connection and understanding towards each otmy. We tried to keep their relationship a secret, at least for the time being, and focused on their professional duties.Mason, I's colleague, was particularly curious and he couldn't help but make a fuss over their extended stay in Italy."So, how was the trip to Italy? Did you two have a good time?" Mason asked with a smirk.I could see right through him and knew what he was implying, I was not amused. "Mason, that is none of your business. We went on a business trip and it was very productive," I replied, my tone firm and assertive.Bruce, who had been quiet up until that point, added "Yes, Mason, we had a good trip, and it was all business.I would appreciate it if you would respect our privacy."Mason could see that he had crossed a line and quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to intrude. I was just curious."I gave him a curt nod, l
Last Updated : 2023-09-06The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Seventy-three
CATHERINE POVA few weeks after their special date, I woke up feeling unwell. I had a fever and my whole body ached. I knew immediately that I was sick and wouldn't be able to go to work that day.I tried to push through the illness, thinking it would pass quickly, but my fever only got worse. I decided to call in sick and stayed in bed all day, trying to rest and recover.I spent the day in bed, resting and trying to recover. I drank fluids and took medication, but my fever didn't seem to be going down. I felt weak and helpless and knew that I needed to see a doctor.As the days went by, Bruce grew more and more concerned about my condition. I wasn't getting better as quickly as he had hoped and he could see that I was struggling. One evening, after work, he decided to stop by my place to check on me.When he arrived, he could see that I was not well. I looked pale, and my eyes were sunken, and I had a high fever. He knew that I needed to see a doctor right away.Without hesitation,
Last Updated : 2023-09-07The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Seventy-four
CATHERINE POVAs time passed and I didn't hear from Bruce, I became increasingly worried. I couldn't understand why he would disappear like this, especially since we were expecting a baby together.At first, I tried to convince myself that maybe he was just busy or had a family emergency. But as the days turned into weeks, my hope began to fade. I started to think about all the things that could have gone wrong but there was no clue whatsoever about what might have caused him to act that way except for the fact that I got pregnant. Over the next few days, I didn't hear from Bruce at all. He didn't respond to my texts or calls, and he didn't show up to work. I didn't know what was going on, but I knew that I needed to talk to him. I tried to visit his house, but I realized that I didn't know where he lived. I didn't know how to find him or how to get in touch with him.I asked around the office if anyone knew where Bruce lived, but no one had that information.I didn't want to ask too
Last Updated : 2023-09-08The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Seventy-five
Rose POVI had been worried about Catherine for a few days. I noticed that Catherine hadn't shown up to the office lately and I hadn't heard from her. I knew that something was wrong, and knew it had to do with Philip's disappearance, so I wanted to make sure that my boss was okay.Mason on the other hand was botmyed. If this was something he would ever wish for, then it would be Catherine sinking more into depression every day so he would never have to see my face again. One evening, after work, I decided to pay Catherine a visit to my home to find out if everything was OK. I was dressed in a casual yet stylish outfit. I wore a flowy white sundress that fell just above my knees. The dress was made of a lightweight, flowy fabric that billowed in the breeze. It had delicate spaghetti straps that held the dress up and a deep V-neckline that accentuated my cleCatherinege. The dress was paired with a pair of light brown strappy sandals that showed off my pedicured toes.My hair was styl
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CATHERINE POV The morning breeze blew mildly through the open window onto her face, I pulled at her hair gently as it covered her face, I opened her eyes slowly and made to get up from the couch I had slept off on the previous day. "Arrgh!" I cried in pain as I rubbed her head, it was banging like it would explode and the pieces would be sputtering all over the place. I had cried myself to sleep the previous night like I had been doing all other nights since the incident happened and Philip fizzled into thin air. I dragged myself to the shower took a quick cold bath and got a change of clothes before heading towards the kitchen to make something to eat. Her eyes still felt heavy but I had to be strong for her unborn child who was growing so fast inside her. I couldn't help but think about Philip--- the man I ever loved, the disappointment that came with loving him, and that made her head ache even more, I made myself some sandwiches and a glass of banana smoothie which tasted b
Last Updated : 2023-09-11The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Seventy-seven
CATHERINE POVIt was 6:30a.m and I was already up, saddled with the responsibility of a mother Earl mornings had become my forte to do otmy things aside from babysitting, changing diapers, feeding the baby, and pacifying the baby all day,Being a single mother came with a bittersweet experience, the love that overwhelms my heart each time my little pearly eyes locked with my eyes, My baby's eye was amber and reminded me of Philip's eyes.But the downside was starting to take its toll on me, Since my exit from Quinn's my finances had depreciated drastically and she needed to act fast, She might be at a point where she can't do anything to help me someone who depends on me now, She clicked on my email and hoped she had been shortlisted for an interview, Recently, all the interviews she's been going to have been futile no one seems to want a new staff."Lord," she cussed under my breath in disappointment as she read the email, anotmy failed attempt at getting a job, She looked over my b
Last Updated : 2023-09-12The Alpha's Surrogate Bride Chapter Seventy-eight
Philip's POVAs the meeting proceeded, all I did was stare at Catherine. She was sitting some seats apart, and seeing her once more after all this time filled me with a blend of feelings. Feelings I can't explain they were all twirled inside me like a storm.I had gotten to be the head of CT Wines, a position I never thought I'd attain, and it had driven me to create heartless choices. Choices just like the looming cutbacks. But as my eyes remained focused on Catherine, my resolve started to falter. My eyes began to itch whenever my eyes met Catmeetine's gaze. At some point, I felt very uncomfortable at the meeting.Catherine had taken note of me as well, and her look once in a while met mine. I may see the astonishment and pain in her eyes. I wondered what was going through her head—why I had vanished, why I had made the choices I did—but presently that wasn't the time. The meeting had to continue, and the approaching cutbacks weighed intensely on my heart.Catherine's POVThe confer
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