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The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 54
Asher’s POVAs I took my seat, at the passenger's seat I leaned back and took a very deep breath. The day had barely started, but it already felt like I had a stressful day even though the day just started. So much had happened already, and all I wanted right now was just a moment to clear my mind. I’d been carrying too much weight for days, and the stress of everything was starting to pull me down.“Just get me to the office,” I muttered to the driver, signaling him to start the car. I needed to be there, in my space, where I could breathe and not feel the constant pull of my father's control or the thought of seeing Arabella. It had been over two months since I’d last stepped foot in the office. Two long months of dealing with family matters, handling the mess my father had roped me into. The office was the one place where I had some sense of control, a world I could still call mine.As the driver drove, I pulled my phone out of my pocket, scrolling through emails and messages, tr
The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 55
Arabella's POV I stood outside Miss Thompson's door, staring at it for over thirty minutes, my hand hovering over the handle. It had been hours since she’d gone inside, and she hadn’t come out once. I checked the time again four hours had passed. She hadn’t taken her medication, and I knew she needed it. As upset and confused as I was by everything I had heard today, I couldn’t let her stay locked in there, crying and beating herself up. Her health couldn’t take that kind of strain. I let out a shaky breath, trying to steady myself. What would I even say to her? I didn’t know how to make sense of this myself. My hand tightened around the door handle, as I finally made up my mind to open it. I had to do something, her health was too critical for this. But as I turned the handle, ready to push the door open, the phone rang, which made me a little happy as I didn't want to face Miss Thompson now.I rushed over to the phone landline, grateful for the distraction.“Hello?” I answered, m
The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 56
Asher’s POVI spotted Arabella waving at me, but I turned away, pretending not to see her, as I headed inside the elevator. I didn’t know why I ignored her. Maybe it was guilt over the document or maybe it was because she was pregnant, and I wasn’t ready for that, being a father? Me? I could barely manage my own life, let alone a child and I didn't want to be like my father. I pushed those thoughts out of my mind. I couldn’t think about Arabella right now. I had to focus on the meeting with Williams. He was already waiting in my office. I knew whatever was going to happen in my office wouldn't be pleasant at all, as I was so convinced that he was the one behind it, the photo all over the internet was snapped in his pub.I opened the door and saw Williams sitting in my chair as if he owned it. He looked up when I entered, smiling like nothing was wrong. “Hey, Asher,” he said casually, as he stood up from my chair.“ Your seat is quite comfortable, maybe one day I will be the one sitti
The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 57
Arabella's POVI stood in the lobby, pacing, with my eyes never leaving the clock on the wall. Ten minutes had passed, but it felt more like ten hours. I tried to keep my mind busy, but I could feel the stares from the staff around me. I was uncomfortable. I had never been alone in my suite. Asher was always by my side. Now it felt like I was all alone.Then, I saw the door to Asher's office swing open, and Williams stormed out, as he slammed the door shut behind him. His face was red with anger, his movements quick and sharp. I froze, as he stared at me, I tried pretending that I was looking for something inside my spot, but he seemed to be walking towards my distractions. I wanted to turn and leave, find some excuse to walk away, but my legs wouldn’t move. He was in front of me in seconds.Before I could react, he grabbed my arm. His grip was firm, his fingers digging deep into my skin. I flinched, trying to pull away, but he wouldn’t let go. I avoided his eyes, staring at the floor
The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 58
Asher's POVI stood there, unable to answer her question. Did I even want her in my life? I had been with her because of the benefit of being with her, and now that I had it, I still wanted her. I don't know why but I still wanted to be by her side. And to make things more complicated, she was pregnant with my child. I was going to be a father. It was a role I had never imagined for myself. I stared at her, struggling to find the right words. I cared about her, but was that enough? Enough to be a father to her child? I had already married her, wasn't that enough?I noticed her face pale, her eyes fluttering shut. Before I could fully grasp what was happening, she was falling to the ground. "Arabella!" I shouted, rushing forward just close enough to catch her just in time, my arms holding her body so tight, it was so fragile. I looked at her, she was unconscious, her body heavy in my arms, I tried feeling her heartbeat was faint, was she dead? That was the first thought that came to m
The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 59
Arabella POV Two weeks later After the hospital incident, a lot of things had changed between me and Asher. I felt a sense of relief as I was being pampered in ways I never thought possible. Asher was attentive, always making sure I had everything I needed, but there was one thing he never really brought up, the baby. Whenever I mentioned it, he’d change the subject or give a quick nod, but he never actually talked about it. It was hard not to feel uncomfortable about his reaction, but I told myself it was fine. He just needed time. My belly hadn’t started showing yet, so I wasn’t in any rush to force him into conversations he wasn’t ready for.As I packed the last of my clothes into the suitcase, I heard the horn outside. Asher was waiting for me in the car, handling some business on his laptop while I finished getting ready. I zipped up the luggage and glanced at myself in the mirror, running a hand over my still-flat stomach. It was strange, knowing there was life growing inside
The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 60
Ashers POVThe moment I saw Arlo standing there, I felt a surge of anger run through me. That bastard had the nerve to show up here, of all places and what the hell was he doing here, after what he had done company. I clenched my fists, trying to keep myself from losing control right there in front of everyone. The media was there staring at me as if they were expecting a scandal from the famous Asher who had never ceased to give them headlines and the last thing I wanted now was for my name to be in the news once again which would destroy the thin line Blackhood Suites was standing on.I excused myself from Arabella, muttering something about needing a moment, and walked past Arlo, locking eyes with him as I said beneath my breath, "Follow me." Without waiting for a response, I headed toward the men's restroom, hearing his footsteps trailing behind.Once we got inside, there were still a couple of men finishing up. As I waited I could see how tense I was and more angry as I stared at
The Billionaire’s Pawn Chapter 61
Arabella's POVAs we headed to the room, the decoration of the room was superb, classic, and also elegant, it took me by surprise. Without saying a word, I made my way to the bed, my legs were already feeling weak and I could barely keep my eyes open. The car ride had been long and very exhausting, the whole trip made me car-sick. All I could think of now was how much I needed to rest.The moment my body touched the bed, I felt so relaxed, the bee was very soft, and the texture of the bed was exactly what my hair needed. I closed my eyes for a moment, just feeling the softness of the bed. Asher was still standing near the window, he seemed zoned out. Just staring at nothing in particular. “What’s wrong?” I asked.I waited for him to respond, but he didn’t turn around. He just stood there, his shoulders stiff. “Nothing,” he said, the word coming out in a low mumble.I knew that wasn’t true. Asher wasn’t one to wear his emotions on his sleeve, but I had learned to read him well enou
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