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The Billionaire's Pawn CHAPTER 42
Manipulated MindNaomi's POVThe faint, watery sunlight that greeted the morning did little to calm the chaos that was building within me. I held a mug of tea that had long ago gone cold as I sat by the window. Roman's kiss, the softness of his touch, and the startling finding of Camille's earrings in his study were all repeated in my memory from the previous evening. The earring wasn't merely a coincidence or an oversight. It was a warning—a stark reminder that Camille was still interfering in Roman's life, and possibly ours as well. My suspicions had already been sparked by her unexpected appearance at the dinnerl, but discovering her earring confirmed them into something more sinister and indisputable. My phone buzzed before I could think any deeper, the sound cutting like a dagger through the quiet. It was a text from Elijah. “Meet me at 10 a.m. on Fifth at the café. Don’t be late.”My stomach turned as I gazed at the screen. Elijah's timing was as accurate as his words, and
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Margaret’s SecretNaomi's POVThe weight of Margaret's words weighed heavy on the pit of my stomach, and I swallowed hard while keeping my eyes fixed on her. “We need to talk,” she had said. I wasn’t sure if it was the way her voice carried an unyielding authority or the faint sorrow etched into the corners of her eyes, but I found myself nodding. “Okay,” I said quietly. Margaret pointed to a neighboring bench that was shaded by a tall oak tree just beyond the gates. I followed her without saying a word, my legs moving as if they were on their own. The stillness between us grew as we sat down. I wasn't sure how to start or what to say. Margaret, however, did not waste any time. “You love him,” she started, her voice steady but tinged with something I couldn’t Identify—regret, maybe? "Yes," I said without thinking, but my tone revealed the doubt that was beginning to see the inside of me. She looked away as if she could see something far beyond what was in front of us,
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Caught Between Two FiresNaomi's POV With my heart pounding in my ears, I entered the mansion. The silence of the vast foyer greeted me, broken only by the distant hum of the house’s systems. Roman mansion always seemed too big, as if it might swallow a human being. But, I didn't fear getting ingested today. I was terrified of what I would find. "Naomi." Sharp and straight, his voice echoed from the opposite side of the room. His eyes were dark and impenetrable as I turned to see him standing at the foot of the grand staircase. He was not yet dressed for the day; his shirt was rolled up with the sleeves unbuttoned at the collar as if I had interrupted him in the middle of a thought. I paused for a second. The Roman I had fallen in love with didn't look like the man I had come to confront. Like steel forged in fire, this Roman was sharper and harder. But, I wasn't here to lose myself in the past. I squared my shoulders and crossed the room to meet him. "We need to talk."I
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Public FalloutRoman's POVI spoke carefully, crafting each words to maintain the empireI had built, control the public, and protect Naomi. "Although these images appear scandalous at first, they actually tell a partial story that has been distorted to serve a deceptive and manipulative agenda," I spoke in a measured, forceful tone. "Naomi Blackwood is my wife, and any suggestion of infidelity is not only false but malicious.” The room was punctuated by the harsh clicks of flashing cameras. Eager for more, the reporters leaned forward. Elijah Grant, the man in those pictures, is a family friend,who has been helping Naomi with private affairs. Their relationship is professional, and any implications otherwise are baseless fabrications meant to damage her reputation and consequently mine.”The room echoed with a low murmur of curiosity mixed with mistrust. "I can guarantee you that we are looking into the source of these photos and will hold those accountable for this gross inv
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The Auction StandoffNaomi's POV“This is it,” I whispered to myself, stepping out of the car. As cameras flashed frantically all around me, the chilly air pricked my flesh. There are clamor of accusations and conjecture, questions flying in all directions. With my head held high, I headed toward the venue, my heels clicking against the pavement. Inside the grand ballroom, the atmosphere was a sharp contrast to the chaos outside. The air was heavy with the aroma of expensive champagne and fresh roses, and there was a gentle buzz of discussion. Under the glittering lights, the guests' diamonds gleamed as they were lavishly adorned. Karen greeted me at the doorway with a look of relief and resolve. "You're a vision," she remarked as she tidied up a stray strand of my hair. “Remember, Naomi, tonight is yours. Don’t let them take it from you.” I gave her a forced smile and nodded. "Let's finish this up." The weight of everyone's eyes fell on me as I moved farther into the room.
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Camille’s Last WarningNaomi's POVFor a moment, I was too stunned to respond. Camille was standing on my doorstep, her perfect face glowing sharply in the morning light. Her polished appearance felt out of place here, like a predator wandering into unfamiliar territory. "Camille," I murmured cautiously as I held onto the door's edge. “What are you doing here?” Her eyes narrowed, cutting through any appearance of friendliness, yet her grin remained unwavering. “I thought it was time we had a little chat. Woman to woman.” Something about her tone sent a chill down my spine, but I didn’t let it show. Instead, I moved aside and gestured for her to come in. Whatever this is, I won't let my neighbors catch wind of it. Her shoes clicked on the wood floor as she passed me, surveying my house with hardly concealed contempt. Although Camille had always been confident, there was something about her today that made the air feel heavier a deadly energy, a keen edge. I closed the door, t
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Naomi’s ChoiceNaomi's POVThe envelope seemed to be bearing the weight of all my unresolved questions as it weighed heavily in my palms. The sound of the latch clicking like a period punctuated my growing tension as I shut the door behind me, my heart thumping. I leaned against the door, staring at the familiar handwriting on the envelope. Lila. A mixture of relief and pain came at the sight of her name. My sister had always been my pillar of support, even though she lived far away, safe in her own college bubble. She had a knack for sensing when my world was spinning out of control. Clinging to the envelope as if it were a lifeline, I made my way to the couch. I cautiously tore it open with trembling fingers as I slid them under the seal. Inside was a single sheet of notebook paper, folded neatly. Lila’s handwriting, bold and slightly slanted greeted me. Hey, Naomi Something told me that you might need this, even though I know I don't write as frequently as I should. You
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