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The First Hearing

Penulis: Sarah Ovvens
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-03-17 02:14:38

Xavier stepped out of the car, his feet meeting the cold pavement of the court building's exterior. The air was heavy, charged with tension. Calla, Logan, and his team of lawyers followed closely behind, their expressions tense but determined. It was the first hearing of the case filed by James Tyler, the man who had somehow become entangled with Xavier’s life through Drake’s twisted plans.

Xavier adjusted his tie, his jaw clenched as he scanned the crowd. He knew this would be a long and painful process, but what bothered him most was the prospect of public humiliation. The fact that his family—his children—were being dragged into this mess made his stomach churn with anger.

"Stay close," Logan murmured to him, his eyes scanning the area for any signs of James or Drake.

Xavier nodded and took a deep breath, attempting to calm his rising frustration. But before they could enter the building, Xavier spotted a familiar figure in the crowd—Drake. He was standing near the entrance, a smug
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  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Visit to the Doctor

    Bella walked through the hospital entrance with a steady, purposeful stride, though the unease gnawing at her stomach was undeniable. She had been to many doctors, seen many specialists during her pregnancy, but nothing about this felt routine anymore. This time, it felt different. And despite trying to push that feeling away, the anxiety was still there.The driver had dropped her off, and she had insisted on walking inside alone. She didn't want Xavier anywhere near her today. She didn't need him. Not now. Not when she still didn’t understand what was happening between them. The whole situation with their contract marriage, her pregnancy, and his lingering relationship with Ember—everything felt tangled and suffocating. She needed space. She needed control.As she stepped into the waiting area, her eyes landed on a familiar face—Xavier.She froze. Her heart skipped, and for a moment, she wasn’t sure how to react. Why was he here?"Xavier?" Her voice came out sharp, betraying the con

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-08
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Battle in the Courtroom

    Xavier sat rigidly behind the desk of his lawyer, his jaw clenched so tightly it ached. The courtroom was tense, filled with hushed murmurs and the weight of an impending battle. Logan sat beside him, his sharp eyes scanning the room for any sign of what was to come. Across the courtroom, Xavier saw them—Drake, sitting back with his usual smug arrogance, and beside him, James Tyler, looking infuriatingly composed.The air was thick with anticipation as the judge took his seat. The gavel struck once."We will now proceed with the submission of evidence," the judge announced.James Tyler’s lawyer, a tall, lean man with slicked-back hair and a perpetual smirk, stood up. His name was Mark Calloway, and Xavier already despised him."Your Honor," Calloway began, his voice smooth yet venomous, "my client has provided irrefutable evidence that he and the late Maya shared an intimate relationship."Xavier’s fists clenched under the table. He had a bad feeling about this.With a deliberate move

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Betrayal Unveiled

    Xavier paced in his house, running a hand through his hair as he clutched his phone. His jaw was tight, his chest rising and falling with barely controlled frustration. The weight of everything—James, the false accusations, the court battle—pressed down on him like an iron cage. And now, Drake had taken things even further, dragging his name through the mud in public.He hit the call button. The phone rang twice before Calla picked up.“Xavier?” Her voice was steady, but he could hear the concern beneath it.Xavier exhaled sharply. “Drake is ruining my life, Calla.” His voice was thick with anger. “He’s spreading lies, twisting things. Every damn news outlet is talking about Maya and James like they were actually together and they are also questioning the parentage of my children. And now people are looking at me like I’m some fool who couldn’t see what was right in front of me. He’s turning the world against me.”Calla was silent for a moment before she spoke, her voice sharp and det

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Unspoken Apologies

    The room was dark, the only source of light coming from the dim glow of the bedside lamp. Xavier lay sprawled across his bed, exhaustion pulling at him. His mind had been restless for days, tangled in conflicts he couldn’t seem to resolve. Sleep was the only escape he had left.Until his phone rang.The sharp vibration startled him awake, his brows furrowing as he reached for the device. His heart lurched when he saw Bella’s name flashing on the screen.His thumb swiped across the screen. “Bella?”A soft, pained voice greeted him. “Xavier… can you come?” She sounded breathless, as if every word cost her effort. “I—I’m in pain.”Xavier shot up from the bed, his sleep forgotten. “I’m coming.”He didn’t waste another second. Throwing on a hoodie, he rushed out of his room and down the hall. His pulse pounded against his temples as his bare feet barely made a sound on the cold floor.When he reached Bella’s door, he didn’t bother knocking. He pushed it open and found her sitting on the co

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Justice Served

    The courtroom was tense. The air was thick with anticipation as everyone waited for the next move. James Tyler sat confidently beside his lawyer, a smirk playing on his lips. He had been fighting this case for weeks, trying to prove that Zane and Alana were his children. And now, he was ready to present what he believed would be the final blow to Xavier’s case.Xavier sat on the opposite side, his hands clenched into fists on the table. Logan was next to him, his presence a silent support. Xavier’s heart pounded. This case had drained him mentally and emotionally. He had lost sleep, fought battles both inside and outside the courtroom, and yet, here he was—still fighting.The judge, an older man with sharp eyes, adjusted his glasses and looked at James' lawyer. “You may proceed with your evidence.”James’ lawyer stood up, his voice smooth and practiced. “Your Honor, we have gathered substantial proof that my client, James Tyler, is indeed the biological father of Zane and Alana. We ha

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Betrayal and Justice

    Drake stormed into the house, his entire body tense with rage. His hands clenched into fists, his jaw tightened, and his breaths came in short, sharp bursts. He knew.He knew that Calla had betrayed him.He had spent the last few hours trying to figure out how things had gone so wrong, how James had ended up in police custody, how the court had turned against him. And then it became clear—Calla had recorded his conversation with James.And now, an arrest warrant had been issued in his name.His footsteps echoed through the grand hallway as he made his way toward Calla’s room. He pushed the door open violently, and there she stood, waiting for him.Calla wasn’t afraid. She had been expecting him.“You did this,” Drake spat, his voice trembling with fury. “You set me up.”Calla’s expression remained calm, but there was fire in her eyes. “I didn’t set you up, Drake. I revealed the truth.”Drake let out a humorless laugh, shaking his head. “And what truth is that? That you’re a backstabbi

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Test of Strength

    The hospital halls were quiet except for the soft hum of medical equipment and the occasional sound of footsteps. Xavier walked beside Bella, his hand hovering near her arm, ready to catch her if she faltered. The doctor’s words still rang in his ears."The placenta is embedding into the uterine walls. If we don’t operate soon, it could be life-threatening."His jaw tightened. He hated hospitals, hated the cold sterility of the place, hated the way they made him feel powerless. But right now, none of that mattered. Bella mattered. Their baby mattered.Bella’s face was pale, her hands gently cradling her swollen belly. He could see the fear in her eyes, the uncertainty. She hadn’t spoken a word since they left the doctor’s office. Xavier wanted to say something to comfort her, to tell her that everything would be okay, but the truth was—he was just as terrified.As they stepped into the lobby, heading toward the parking lot, a familiar voice sliced through the air.“Well, well, look wh

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-14
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Trapped in the Abyss

    Calla’s body ached. Her lip was split, and a sharp pain throbbed at her temple where Drake had struck her. She sat curled in a corner of the dimly lit room, her arms wrapped around herself as she tried to steady her breathing. The cold concrete floor beneath her sent shivers up her spine, but it wasn’t the cold that terrified her—it was Drake.He had lost his mind.The apartment smelled of alcohol and smoke. Bottles were scattered on the table, the ashtray overflowing with cigarette butts. The walls seemed to close in on her, suffocating her, trapping her in this nightmare.She wanted to scream, to fight, but she knew Drake was dangerous right now. His drunken, drugged-up state made him unpredictable. Her only hope was that someone—anyone—would come looking for her.Xavier, please…She closed her eyes and whispered a prayer.From outside the locked door, she heard voices.“Drake, let her go.” It was Harold’s voice, firm but edged with concern.Drake scoffed, his voice slurred. “She’s

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-14

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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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