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ESTELLE “So you married that man.” My father didn’t even take a seat, but I was surprised he came to my office instead of shouting through the phone. The last time he was here, he wanted to take the seat from me by force. “He has a name, Dad.” “I know who he is.” “No, you don’t.” Oddly, I didn’t even care, no matter how many ounces of anger he had in his words. “What you know is what you want to know. That’s biased, Dad. Give him a chance. And I’m pregnant.” He snapped his head. Anger and disgust plastered all over his face. “Are you out of your mind? Let me guess, his?” “I love him. And, of course, he’s the father. And he wants this child, too.” “Of course, he wants. That’s what he wants, to take control of you. He always wants to be the good guy. He steps up to that place when things go wrong and wants to be your hero.” “You get all wrong, Dad. He’s not like that.” “Are you sure about that? He came to the rescue when you were on that island. He pretended to save your compan
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LINDEN I remembered I was in the office, talking to Skyla. Her visit surprised me, but I was hoping I could speak to her after what I found out. But unfortunately, we didn’t get to that point. When I struggled to breathe, she asked for help, and I managed to hold her hand. And I still remember her coming with me in the ambulance. The rest, everything was a blur. I thought I was dreaming, but I felt the pain like I got run over by a roller. I thought I was going to die. I couldn’t breathe. The feeling when you drowned— the water entered your lungs and expanded your chest. The next thing you knew, you wished you could have a minute to be with your loved ones and felt sorry for how I took them for granted. I thought I was dead. Until the rich laugh of my wife reached my ear. I opened my eyes, feeling disoriented, but I was lying at a forty-five-degree angle, and I could sense Estelle was sitting close to me. Her sweet and alluring smell hit my nostrils, her hand holding mine. “N
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LINDEN Moses walked in like the filthy rich he was. “You know when to make a grand entrance, huh?” “Oh, how I hate the hospital.” His eyes flared with anger. “And you’re a stubborn son of Jaymes.” I smiled. “I’m a cat, and I still have six lives.” “And it still has limits, son. If I were you, you take care of your health. You’re a married man now. You have a wife and child to take care of.” I nodded in understanding. “I know. Once I am out of here, I’ll stay home until I fully heal.” “That’s the best decision you ever made for a while. No more secret mission, Gabriel.” “Yes, boss.” My father and Willa walked in. The look in their eyes was alone enough to break my heart again. “I’m fine, guys. Before you preach me.” I raised my hand. “I swear I stay put, follow my wife and doctor’s orders, and take care of myself.” “I thought I wouldn’t be in the hospital again unless I visit my daughter-in-law and see my first grandson. I’m old, Gabe. I don’t wanna die of a heart attack rig
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ESTELLE “Welcome home!” “Jesus.” Linden startled. His eyes lit up to see everyone in our living room filled with balloons. “You guys take this welcome party to a whole new level.” “This is how we show our love when you’re alive. So you better take care of those lungs of yours. Otherwise, you will be alone on your deathbed.” Willa came to us to kiss his brother on his cheek. “I love you.” “Well, thanks, sis. That’s very kind of you. I love you, too.” “This is for you, brother.” Sax was carrying a lung-shaped pink balloon and hugged him. “When you have trouble with your balls, I got it covered with a ball-shaped balloon, too, brother.” “Your dry humor never improved. Thanks for the effort,” he said, patting Sax’s back. “Easy there, Sax. And your bromance is getting a little bit too much, enough to make me gag.” Kye nudged him. “You’re just jealous. I’m giving him attention lately than you.” “For Christ’s sake.” Kye managed to shake his head, leaving Sax alone. It was surprisin
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LINDEN “Are you okay?” I couldn’t ignore the worry in her voice. “I’m better than okay. Now lean over. I need to kiss you.” Her lips barely brushed against mine, and I tilted my head to kiss her. Her mouth opened, and I deepened the kiss, delving my tongue in. “God. Baby, I missed your taste.” I was hungry for her— starved. I controlled myself in the hospital for almost four days and couldn’t take it anymore. I craved for her. I wanted more of her. At this moment, I had fewer options. I cupped her tits, putting a little pressure on my kneading. I instantly felt her wetness. Fuck yeah. She wanted me, too, eager and ready. When I pinched her nipples, she moaned into my mouth. My hands slid around her back down to her hips, my silent demand. She tore her mouth away, planting kisses on my jaw, down to the column of my neck. I shuddered, threading my fingers through her hair. She flicked her tongue on my nipple and laved in circles, tormenting me a little. For now, the pressure on m
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ESTELLE “That’s the dumbest idea I ever heard,” Kye countered after Linden told him his plan to catch Jake Boyd. “What made you think he would confess? Or worse, he will get spooked and hide or sue our asses for harassment. Let’s make it legit. First, we need evidence to start a case and a good prosecutor to bring him to court-martial. Who’s the victim?” Skyla hesitantly raised her hand. Thankfully, Emery was not around. Mom took him with her to the park. And because mom loved kids. “Oh.” Shocked, Kye shut his mouth before he cleared his throat. “When did this happen? If you don’t mind me asking.” “Before the time Linden thought she was cheating on him,” Sax was the one who broke the news while my husband remained silent. And his silence spoke volumes. When he did that, a lot was going on in his mind. One of those was guilt— he was blaming himself. “Seven, six years ago?” “Seven. My son is six.” “Shit. I’m sorry. I guess I wasn’t thinking about him.” Kye looked horrified and a
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LINDEN“Bro, we can’t pretend the boss wasn’t here earlier. Care to tell us what you two talked about?” Sax was very predictable. I knew he wouldn’t let it go. He was still keeping grudges against me when I didn’t tell him the whole detail of how I ended up beaten up.“You mean, you wanna know?”Pissed off, he stood up from the chair and was ready to leave. “Fine. Don’t tell me.”Before he could walk out of my office door, I called him. “Sax.”“No. I get it. You’re different now. You’re our boss. Your words are your order for subordinates like us to follow. I guess I just got used to the idea that you’re still the friend I used to laugh and joke around with. “See you at Osmium, boss.”“Sax,” I called his name again, but he chose to ignore me and left.I shut my laptop and rubbed my temple. I was typing an email, but I couldn’t concentrate anymore, no matter how important it was. I left my office to find him and met my wife in the hallway instead.“Sax left,” Estelle informed me.“He’s
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STELLE“Congratulations, Mom!” I hugged her tight. The launching of our new products, from cosmetics to activewear, just went live. Our ads were all over the billboards, online, and in New York Times Square. “I’m so proud of you.”I was so happy, grinning all the time. I took a selfie and immediately posted it on my Instagram.“I am prouder of you. I wouldn’t have a cool job without you, honey.”“I know, right.” I beamed at her. “I guess we are proud of each other and the whole team.”Willa just walked in. “Oh, my God! I love the ads.”“Your gallery is amazing.”“Thank you, Deirdre.”I took the Champagne and called everyone. “Guys, without all of you, this company would be impossible to reach the recognition and awards. You’re the foundation of Star LLC. My only contribution is hard work. You guys did all the hard lifting. Congratulations!” I popped the champagne bottle. The corked flew. Everyone applauded.“I think you’re humble.” Willa squeezed me into a hug while our cheeks pressed
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The Beautiful Billionaire Epilogue
ESTELLE Sixteen months later “Hey, baby.” I couldn’t help but smile. Who would have thought I could be this happy and contented with life? I had a thriving company. I had friends, families, and my baby Rae. And my parents turned out to be good as best friends. And my husband, my best friend, my lover, my anchor. God, how could I be so lucky to have a man like Gabriel Linden? “I’m on my way home. Where are you?” “I’ll be home in one hour. I’m still at Osmium. Do you need anything?” Linden’s company had three times more employees and opened two HQs in Dubai and Qatar. I was so proud of him. No matter how busy he was, he made sure to have time for me and his daughter. “Nope. Just checking how long you would be home.” I took over the chairman chair from my dad, but I always got so excited to go home to him and to be with our baby. “Why?” There was an excitement in his voice. “I could wait a few minutes in the tub. I thought you might wanna join me.” He groaned out a curse. “
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ESTELLE“Gabriel Rembrandt, do you take Estelle Rae Solace to be your lawful wedded wife, to live together in holy matrimony, to love her, honor her, to comfort her, and to keep her in sickness and in health, forsaking all others, for as long as you both shall live?”“I do.”“Estelle Rae Solace, do you take Gabriel Rembrandt to be your lawful wedded husband, to live together in holy matrimony, to love him, to honor him, to comfort him, and to keep him in sickness and in health, forsaking all others, for as long as you both shall live?”“I do.”“I give you this ring as a token and pledge of our constant faith and abiding love.” He put the ring on my finger.“I give you this ring as a token and pledge of our constant faith and abiding love,” I repeated as I slipped the ring into his finger.“By virtue of the authority vested in me under the laws of Isola di Marettimo, Italy, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss your bride.”Linden in a solid beige suit was a sight to behol
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LINDEN It was still surreal watching my father talking with Gustav. I didn’t think it would happen sooner, but looking at them getting along was fulfilling for me and Estelle. “You okay?” Estelle placed her hand on my thigh under the table. “Yeah. You?” I didn’t have to ask because I saw it in her eyes. She looked happy. This must have been her dream for a long time, not seeing her parents at each other’s throats. Willa gave me a questioning look, sitting next to Dad. I slightly shook my head and smiled. “I’ve been to many restaurants, but your food has a distinct taste that I didn’t find anywhere. What’s the secret? Am I allowed to ask it?” Dad chuckled. “It’s all the same. The ingredients we choose but how we prepare and cook are different.” “I also try cooking at home if I have time, but not as close to good as this. Edible, though,” Gustav said. “I can’t cook anything fancy, but I know a few pasta recipes. I just don’t have time, I guess.” Deirdre also enjoyed the menu.
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ESTELLE“Just follow the design and make sure it’s childproof, but the furniture will arrive on Wednesday,” I told one of the guys from K&B Designs.“Understood, ma’am.”“I’ll leave you all to my staff. If you need anything, just let them know so they can call me. I have an errand to run.”“Got it. Thank you.”I left the house, hoping I could get to talk to Dad before he got swamped with work.I couldn’t shake the guilt off my body. And I felt ashamed of how I handled the situation earlier. Instead, I overreacted when my husband was right the whole time. I was five months pregnant and just risked my baby. I could have reacted worse if I was in Linden’s position. “Well, hello, preggy.” I was glad to see Micah. Honestly, I missed her, but I couldn’t keep her with me since Dad needed her more than I did.“How’s your new boss?”“Awfully good. He doesn’t demand and makes my job a little easier.”“Unlike me?” I arched a brow.She laughed. “Your work is the one demanding. You’re here to see
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ESTELLE Standing stark naked before me, his big cock rested with pride. Linden joined me in the tub and made a low, masculine, sexy sound as he dipped into the water. We stared at each other— the intensity set my body on fire. I let my foot trace his thigh until I found what I was looking for. My pulse quickened as I rubbed it with my foot. He grew instantly hard. Linden moved his hand, tracing his fingers over my knee, moving circles. I was instantly wet. He flicked his gaze to my bare chest, turning me intensely on. My breasts were heavier. My nipples were hard. Heat rose in my cheeks. Arousal thickened my throat. As he leaned close, he cupped my head and took my mouth. I gasped. He started kissing me slowly but quickly turned hot and greedy, kissing me like he was starving. Not breaking the kiss, he pulled me, encasing me so I could sit astride his thighs. The water splashed. Wrapped my legs around his waist, I sat, rocking my hips against him. I could feel him so hard, pokin
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LINDEN I knew this would happen. The fucking pillow was getting in our way. I lay on my back while Estelle curled into her pillow. She looked comfortable, though. I only wished she found that kind of comfort in me. A moment later, her body shook. She made fun of me. “I can hear your brain cursing the hell out of this pillow, Gabriel.” She turned her head, grinning. “It’s all right, baby. If only I could take all your discomfort, pain, and weight from you. I already did. What a little comfort you found in your pillow that I wouldn’t give.” “Really?” “Why do you sound so surprised?” She turned to face me. “I don’t know. Couples don’t wanna have babies immediately because they want to spend time together, cuddle, travel, do something fun before they want another responsibility.” “Do you want that?” “Before we got married, you knew what I wanted, but things changed, and I don’t have an ounce of regret for having a baby. Though I’m still scared of this huge responsibility, but I kn
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ESTELLE Dad and I flew back home as soon as he was cleared to travel. I missed my husband, too. Aside from the overdue board meeting, I had a job that could not wait. “What the— !” Linden’s eyes widened in surprise, lifting me up, but he was also careful not to put pressure on my growing belly. “Baby.” “You didn’t miss me that much, huh?” I wrapped my arms around his neck as I kissed the side of his head. “You have no idea.” He put me down and hugged me. “You smell amazing.” “I’m sorry, husband, but I have to get ready. I’ve moved the board meeting once and can’t be late.” “Wait. Is it today?” He looked at me before he kissed me on the lips. “Yeah. See you later over dinner.” “Yeah. And I have something for you. It’s in your closet.” “Oh. What is it?” I beamed at him. “My long-delayed birthday gift.” I chuckled. “You don’t have to give me a gift.” “I feel terrible already, but I will make it up to you next year.” “It’s okay, Gabriel.” I hugged him. “But I’m gonna be too l
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LINDEN My team just landed two hours ago from London. Estelle agreed to stay with her father, which made me happy with her decision. I only took a quick shower in the hotel and changed into a white shirt and dark blue pants before meeting Ilya. As fear thickened my throat, I forced a deep breath as I walked into the local bar in Austin. I entered alone, but I trusted my men to do their job. I roamed my eyes and quickly found a white male around my age with buzz-cut dark-brown hair sitting at the corner. He was confident and wasn’t facing the door. Judging by his wide shoulders and broad back, it was indeed Ilya. The only image I had of him was from Gustav. I didn’t want to know how he got into the country undetected. “May I join you?” His gaze lifted from the half-full pint of beer on the table. He stood up and offered his hand. Ilya didn’t smile, but his eyes expressed recognition and appreciation. I shook it firmly before I joined him on the table and motioned and gestured a
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ESTELLEI blinked in disbelief. And Willa had never been tempted to check his brother online or go to Osmium to visit him. Either she trusted him so much, or she couldn’t endure the agony of knowing how dangerous her brother was facing every day.I mean, gathering intelligence was a risky business. I’d seen movies where people get killed and tortured for information.“She does, but only about the firm, and she doesn’t have to. I’m just protecting her from the risk of knowing the nature of my work.”“Now, I’m more curious.” Willa frowned further.“That’s all you have to know.”“No. I want to know everything.”“Honey, Willa.” Moses drew a deep breath. “The Hover Company has subsidiaries. Hover Defense and Hover Space and Security. They are the largest private gathering information agency. They gather intelligence and information around the globe. We detect threats, support decisions, and share with our government contract agencies. And these guys and among others who work at Osmium are
