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Birthday Bash

Penulis: Sarah Ovvens
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-02-13 00:32:47

The atmosphere in Ember's grand ballroom was vibrant, almost electric with energy. The hall gleamed with golden chandeliers hanging above, reflecting the soft light onto the guests below. The room was filled with high society members, dressed in their finest designer clothes, creating a sea of shimmering fabrics and tailored suits. Music played softly in the background, the hum of conversation mixing with laughter and the clinking of champagne glasses.

Bella entered the hall, her simple, modest dress standing in stark contrast to the opulence around her. She felt out of place for a brief moment, but she reminded herself why she was here—Ember had invited her, and although it felt like a trap, there was a part of Bella that hoped this could be a step toward reconciliation. Ember had called her earlier, apologizing profusely for her past behavior and asking her to come as a guest of honor to her birthday party.

"I just want to make things right, Bella," Ember had said.

"I want to start
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  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Collision Course

    The sun shone brightly on the mansion as its grand facade cast long shadows over the perfectly manicured lawn. Inside, there was an unsettling quiet in the air, the kind that often precedes a storm. Xavier was sitting in the large living room, staring out of the window, his thoughts tangled and heavy. The events of the past few days—the dance at Ember’s party, the strange discomfort he felt seeing David so close to Bella—had left him disoriented. He couldn’t make sense of it, and every time he tried to, a knot of unease tightened in his chest.The doorbell rang, and Xavier’s pulse quickened. He didn’t have to look to know who it was. It had to be Ember. The sound of her high heels on the marble floors was unmistakable. A moment later, Ember walked into the living room, her expression fierce, her body radiating a quiet anger. And with her, stood David Miller.David, as usual, wore his cocky grin, the kind that never seemed to reach his eyes. But his eyes, as always, were glued to Bella

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-13
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   No More Lies

    The warm afternoon sun filtered through the tall trees lining the golf course, casting long shadows over the green grass. The sound of distant chatter, the sharp crack of golf balls being hit, and the soft rustling of leaves in the breeze filled the air. Xavier sat on a low chair in the golf club’s outdoor seating area, a half-drunk glass of whiskey in front of him. His fingers drummed nervously on the glass, the ice cubes clinking together in a constant rhythm as if reflecting his inner turmoil.Logan sat across from him, arms casually crossed, his gaze fixed on Xavier. He had been quietly observing his friend, knowing that something was weighing heavily on him. Xavier had been distant lately, withdrawn, and Logan could tell that today, something had snapped.Xavier leaned back in the chair, letting out a heavy sigh as he looked up at the cloudless sky.“I just don’t get it, Logan,” he muttered, his voice laced with frustration.“It’s like Ember just... doesn’t get it. She keeps push

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-13
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Countdown to Chaos

    The air inside the villa was thick with the familiar tension that had lingered for days, a constant reminder of the chaos her life had become. Calla sat on the couch, her knees pulled close to her chest, a warm cup of tea resting forgotten in her hands. The soft buzz of her phone broke the stillness, and she picked it up without a second thought, her heart lightening as she saw the name on the screen.It was Xavier. The sound of his voice always had a calming effect on her, and after the events of the past few days, she desperately needed that calm.“Hey, Xavier,” she said softly, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips as she answered the call.“Hey, Calla,” Xavier’s voice came through, warm and comforting.“How are you doing? I’ve been thinking about you.”“I’m okay, just… tired,” Calla replied, sinking back into the cushions, her voice quieter now.“Why you didn't come home to see dad.. he was asking about you.” Xavier asked.“I was busy with other stuff here with Drake,”

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-13
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   The Broken Mask

    The sun had already dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows in the hallway as Harold paced anxiously back and forth. The news his manager had given him was like a blow to the gut, but it wasn’t just the shock of hearing it that made his heart race—it was the cold, heavy realization that things were spiraling out of control with Drake. Again."He's at it again," his manager had said over the phone."Caught him in bed with a call girl. You might want to come down here."Harold's blood had run cold at those words, but there was no time to hesitate. His son—his only son—was in trouble again, and this time, Harold wasn’t about to stand by and let him destroy what little he had left. He had given Drake so many chances, watched him struggle with addiction, tried to help him find a way out, but each time, it seemed like his son was determined to fall back into the same dangerous patterns.He didn’t bother to knock when he arrived at Drake's penthouse apartment. He’d spent too much time

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-01
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Father’s Regret

    The sterile scent of antiseptic filled the room as Xavier stood at the foot of his father’s bed. The hospital was quiet, save for the rhythmic beeping of machines that monitored Thomas’s failing body.Thomas lay in the bed, pale and frail, his once-vibrant skin now sagging and dull. His breathing was shallow, his eyes dim, and yet, despite his condition, there was a certain clarity in his gaze as he looked up at Xavier. It was the kind of clarity that only came when a person had little time left, when the weight of their life’s choices finally settled on their shoulders.Xavier had just finished talking with the doctor, his heart heavy with the confirmation of what he had already feared. Cancer. The liver damage. The destruction of his father’s body—no amount of time or treatment could save him now. The doctor’s words echoed in his mind: “Your father has a very short time left. We’ll do what we can, but... his liver has deteriorated far beyond repair. The damage from the disease, alon

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Bonds of Love and Regret

    The hospital hallway was eerily quiet, save for the soft sounds of footsteps and the occasional beeping of machines. Xavier stood near the entrance of Thomas's room, his hands tucked into his pockets as he stared at the door. His mind felt clouded with emotions—guilt, regret, and a deep sense of sorrow for all the time lost and the love unspoken.Xavier was lost in his thoughts, when the noise of footsteps interrupted him. Turning, Xavier saw Calla walking down the hallway, her face drawn with exhaustion, her eyes dark with the weight of unspoken pain. She looked like she hadn’t slept in days, her movements slow and deliberate, as if each step was a burden.“Calla,” Xavier greeted softly, his voice filled with concern. “You look tired.”Calla offered him a tired smile, though it didn’t quite reach her eyes. “I’m,” she replied, her voice steady but hollow.Xavier frowned as he stepped closer to her. “You don’t look fine. You look like you need a break. Come back to the house with me.

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   The Breaking Point

    Xavier was sitting in his room, staring out the window, his thoughts racing. The morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the room, but inside, Xavier felt anything but warm. His mind was tangled with all that had transpired in the past few weeks—his father’s deteriorating health, the unexpected emotions that had surfaced regarding his marriage to Bella, and the constant pressure from Ember. He rubbed his temples, trying to clear his head, but the thoughts wouldn’t go away. He didn’t know what he was doing anymore.There was a knock at the door, followed by the sound of the door creaking open. Xavier didn’t look up. He knew who it was."Xavier," Ember’s voice came, thick with tension, her tone sharp as ever. "We need to talk."He sighed, dropping his hands to his lap, already exhausted from the constant whirlwind of drama in his life. "Ember, I told you—I'm not in the mood for another fight."But Ember wasn't having any of it. She stepped into the room,

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   The Weight of Decisions

    The night was heavy with silence. Xavier sat in the front yard, the cool air surrounding him as he leaned back in the old wooden chair. The soft rustling of leaves and the distant chirping of crickets were the only sounds that kept him company. His eyes were focused on the dark sky above, the stars distant and faint, much like the clarity he desperately sought in his life.He knew what he wanted—what his heart truly yearned for. Bella. He loved her. There was no denying that now. Everything about her made him feel alive, made him feel seen in a way no one ever had before. She was gentle, kind, and understanding—everything Ember wasn’t. But that didn't make the situation any easier.Xavier had made a commitment to Ember, one he couldn’t simply walk away from. The guilt gnawed at him constantly. How could he break the promise he had made, knowing how deeply Ember how deeply Ember was involved with him? Yet, the more he thought about it, the more he realized Ember wasn’t the one. He didn

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-03-14

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  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Waves of Love

    The evening sky was painted in breathtaking hues of orange, pink, and soft gold as the sun dipped lower toward the horizon, casting a warm glow across the tranquil beach. The vast canvas above them looked like something out of a dream—streaks of color melting into each other as if the heavens themselves were sighing in contentment. The ocean responded with grace, its waves dancing rhythmically to the quiet lullaby of the wind, their foam-tipped crests glowing beneath the fading light.A gentle, salty breeze rolled off the water, brushing against Bella’s skin like a whispered caress, tousling her hair and kissing her cheeks. She stood barefoot, toes curled slightly into the cool, soft sand, her heart full and yet still not quite ready to believe the peace that now wrapped itself around her like a blanket. It felt surreal—like standing inside a moment suspended in time, one she never wanted to end.She glanced to her side and found Xavier there, his tall frame motionless yet somehow anc

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A New Beginning

    The journey back home from the hospital felt surreal for Bella. Everything she’d been through—the pain, the fear, the moments when hope felt like a fragile thread—lingered in her chest like shadows. But now, as she stepped through the familiar doorway of her home, the scent of lavender and vanilla greeted her like a long-lost friend. A wave of warmth and safety wrapped around her like a soft blanket, and for the first time in weeks, her shoulders relaxed.She was finally home.Before she could take another step, two small bodies rushed toward her, wrapping her in tight, desperate embraces."Mommy!" Zane cried, his voice trembling with joy as he buried his face against her stomach. His little arms clung to her as though he was afraid she might disappear again."We missed you so much!" Alana added, her voice catching with emotion as she clung to Bella’s arm, her cheek pressed tightly against her mother's sleeve.Tears spilled freely from Bella’s eyes. She knelt slowly, her body still te

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins    Love Finds Its Way

    A soft beeping echoed in the hospital room. The first thing Bella felt was warmth—her body felt light, her mind hazy as if she had been floating in darkness for a long time. She blinked slowly, her eyelashes fluttering as the world came back into focus. The sterile white walls, the dim glow of the bedside lamp, the faint scent of antiseptic… she was still in the hospital.Her throat was dry, and her body ached, but when she shifted slightly, she realized—she was awake.A soft gasp escaped her lips as she registered the sound of footsteps rushing toward her. The next second, she felt a warm, strong hand grasping hers.“Bella…?”She turned her head toward the familiar voice, and her gaze met Xavier’s. He was standing beside her bed, his dark eyes filled with a storm of emotions—relief, joy, pain, and something deeper, something raw and unguarded.Tears welled in Bella’s eyes as she whispered, “Xavier…?”He exhaled a shaky breath, his hand squeezing hers tightly as if afraid she would di

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Heart That Can’t Let Go

    The hospital room was shrouded in a heavy silence, broken only by the steady, rhythmic beeping of the heart monitor that echoed like a soft heartbeat in the otherwise lifeless space. The sterile scent of antiseptic clung to the air, mixing with the sterile chill that only hospitals seemed to possess. Outside the window, the city lights flickered like distant stars, indifferent to the quiet war of emotions unfolding inside.Xavier sat slumped in the chair beside the bed, his broad frame hunched forward as if the weight of the world rested on his shoulders. His fingers trembled slightly as they traced slow, tender circles on the back of Bella’s hand, which felt cold and fragile in his grasp. Her skin, once warm and full of life, now looked ghostly against the clinical white sheets. Her chest rose and fell in small, barely noticeable breaths—each one a silent thread tethering her to life.He stared at her face for a long time, memorizing every detail—the gentle curve of her cheek, the wa

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Unspoken Truths

    Calla lay in the hospital bed, her body still sore from the wounds Drake had inflicted upon her. The sterile scent of antiseptics filled the air, and the rhythmic beeping of the heart monitor echoed softly in the quiet room. Though her body ached, her heart felt lighter. She was safe now.Harold admitted her here. She knew he saved her—not out of love or guilt, but to prevent yet another crime from being added to Drake’s list. Although he wanted to take her to Xavier, Calla's rough condition and rotting wounds forced him to take her to a hospital for first aid.After getting admitted in hospital, Harold asked her where she wanted to go and to whom he should call. As he had to leave. Then Calla called Xavier and the staff at the mansion told her that he was already in the hospital.The staff also told her that Bella underwent a cesarean and she was in a coma.She knew it wasn't the right time to Calla Xavier. So, she called Logan instead and asked Harold to leave and let Logan take car

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Between Life and Death

    The cold hospital walls closed in on Xavier as he stood outside the operation theater, his heart pounding violently in his chest. The long, agonizing wait made every second stretch endlessly, filling the air with suffocating dread. His fists clenched as he paced the hallway, his mind racing with prayers and fears.Finally, the door swung open, and Bella’s gynecologist stepped out, her expression heavy with exhaustion and concern. She removed her surgical mask and exhaled before speaking.“Mr. Xavier, the surgery was complicated.” Her voice was calm yet filled with an underlying gravity that made Xavier’s stomach drop.He swallowed hard. “Is Bella…?” His voice cracked, unable to finish the question.The doctor gave him a reassuring yet solemn look. “She has given birth to a baby boy.”For a moment, the world stood still. A son. His son. The weight of those words pressed down on his chest like an invisible force.But before relief could settle, the doctor continued.“However, there were

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   The Breaking Point

    The heavy sound of boots stomping across the marble floor sent a chill down Jessica’s spine. She turned around sharply, her breath catching in her throat as she saw him—Drake.He stood in the doorway, his clothes disheveled, his hair a mess, and his face twisted with rage. His eyes were bloodshot, and his grip on the gun in his hand was firm.Jessica felt the blood drain from her face. "Drake, what are you doing here? The police are looking for you!"Drake ignored her. His furious gaze was locked on Harold. His father stood in the center of the living room, his expression tense but composed."You let her go!" Drake snarled, stepping closer, his hands trembling around the gun. "You betrayed me, Dad! You helped that traitor escape!"Harold exhaled slowly, his heart pounding. "I did what I had to do, Drake."Drake let out a bitter laugh. "You HAD to do it? You HAD to betray your own son?" His voice cracked with hysteria. "Do you even realize what you've done? That woman ruined everything

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Father's Regret

    The apartment reeked of stale alcohol and the acrid sting of cigarette smoke, a suffocating blend that clung to the peeling wallpaper and worn carpet. Dim, flickering light from the streetlamp outside seeped in through the dusty blinds, casting long, distorted shadows across the cramped room like silent ghosts. The air was thick—heavy with despair.Harold stepped in cautiously, the floorboards creaking beneath his weight. His chest tightened, every breath catching like a stone lodged in his throat. A gnawing dread coiled in his stomach.There, sprawled out on the tattered, sweat-stained sofa, lay Drake—motionless but alive. His chest rose and fell in shallow, erratic breaths. One arm dangled limply over the edge, fingers barely touching the half-empty bottle of whiskey resting against the floor. His eyes were open but glazed over, pupils dilated like black holes, and his pale face was slick with sweat. The stench of vomit and intoxication clung to him like a second skin.Harold’s eyes

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   At the Hospital

    Xavier burst into the hospital, shouting for a doctor, his voice hoarse with desperation and fear. His heart pounded like a war drum in his chest, his breath coming in sharp, ragged gasps as he clutched Bella tightly in his arms.A team of nurses immediately rushed to them, urgency etched into every movement. They swiftly guided him toward a gurney, gently easing Bella from his arms. The moment his hands let go of her, a hollow ache opened in his chest. He hated the distance, even if it was just a few feet.“Please—please help her,” he whispered, but the nurses were already at work, checking her vitals, lifting her limp body with clinical precision. Her face was pale as snow, lips tinged with blue, blood staining her nightgown like a warning.He stood frozen as they wheeled her away, the sound of squeaking wheels echoing in the sterile corridor like gunshots. The air around him felt too bright, too white, too loud. Everything blurred at the edges.The gynecologist, Dr. Hayes, arrived

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