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The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 18. A Form of Art
McKennaHunter and Mom were acting kind of suspiciously, so I had to ask her on our way home."What was the deal with all that whispering?" I asked.Mom frowned. "What are you talking about?""You know what I'm talking about. Hunter was whispering something in your ear, turning you five shades of red. What was that about?" I asked again in a teasing tone.Mom shot me a sidelong glance, and I could see her cheeks turning pink again. "Oh, that? It was nothing, McKenna. Just some old inside joke between him and me."I raised an eyebrow, not fully convinced. "An inside joke? You both seemed pretty serious about it. And I thought you two hated each other? Or rather, you hated him."She sighed. "Yes, it's true. I can't stand him, McKenna. But he was making a stupid joke like he always does. It was no big deal."I leaned back in my seat, studying her carefully. "Um, like he always does? I find it hard to believe. I had an impression that Hunter Brooks was not the joking type.""Well, you are
Last Updated : 2023-11-29The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 19. No Big Deal
Dustin"Is it possible you were abducted by aliens and they replaced you with some kind of imposter?" I said to Hunter as we returned to the house.Hunter gawked at me and scoffed. "Okay, Dustin, what are you talking about?""I'm saying you seem like a completely different person now after meeting your estranged daughter, McKenna. In fact--dare I say--happier?" My eyes widened as I spoke.Hunter looked away and muttered under his breath, running his fingers through his hair. "What's wrong with being happy?""Nothing, nothing! It's just...you used to be so sullen all the time, and I guess I'm just getting used to the new 'happy' version of you." I grinned.Hunter rolled his eyes. "There is no new version of me. I am the same as always.""Eh...I don't know. You've also been way too generous, it seems," I added.He furrowed his eyebrows. "Generous in what way?"I cocked my head to the side and chuckled. "You, being the notorious control freak that you are, just casually gave away the key
Last Updated : 2023-11-29The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 20. Is this Wrong?
McKenna I blinked in confusion at his sudden change of subject. My mother? What did she have to do with anything? "She is fine. Why do you ask?" "No reason. I only met her once, but she seems like an interesting person. I heard she came over to Hunter's house and had a meltdown before, but I was not there to witness it," Dustin said. He looked almost disappointed that he missed that epic moment of my mother lashing out at Hunter. "Yeah, she chewed him up real good." I laughed. "My mother has quite the temper, and Hunter is the bane of her existence." "Care to explain why? I am really curious about their relationship," Dustin said. To be honest, I was curious myself. Everything about their relationship was so mysterious! "I want to know too," I said. Dustin looked thoughtful. "Is that so?" "Yeah. Mom and I are very close, but in some ways, her overprotectiveness could be suffocating. She never missed an opportunity to check in on my life. She didn't let me have a lot of friends
Last Updated : 2023-11-29The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 21. What was so bad about Hunter?
TatianaI looked at the clock for the fifth time. Where was McKenna?She had told me she was going to stop by Hunter's house earlier, but what was taking her so long? The unease in my stomach grew with each passing minute.It was bad enough that I had to deal with her hanging around Hunter, always on the edge of getting taken advantage of or sucked into his lavish lifestyle. Now, on top of all that, I had to sit here and worry about her all day? My frustration and concern made it hard to focus on anything else, even my work.And that kid, Dustin, was his name? He was like the miniature version of Hunter. If McKenna was there all the time, that meant she would be around that boy, too. I couldn't shake the image of McKenna falling into the same old patterns, making the same mistakes as I did with Hunter.But she was stubborn. She wouldn't listen to me even if I asked her to visit Hunter less. And now that he turned out to be her father, it will be impossible to keep her away from him.F
Last Updated : 2023-11-30The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 22. Stay Away
HunterI wasn't sure if it was a good idea to let McKenna hang out with Dustin by herself, but she was already gone. Besides, it's not like I can suddenly start acting like a strict father to the daughter I just met. She was an adult, and I had no right to tell her what to do.Dustin wasn't a bad guy, far from it. He had his problems, but what young men didn't? In fact, he had a better head on his shoulder than I did when I was his age and I bet Tatiana would agree with that fact.I grinned as Tatiana's face floated in my mind. I wonder if she was furious now that McKenna was coming to my house on a regular basis.It was strange having a daughter I barely knew suddenly became a part of my life. I never imagined myself in this position, and the responsibility weighed on me more than I cared to admit.I shook my head. No, it was best if I took a step back and let McKenna figure things out for herself. Instead of worrying about her personal choices, maybe it was better to focus on somet
Last Updated : 2023-12-01The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 23. I Hate You
Tatiana My eyes widened in shock as I witnessed Frederick's clenched fist make contact with Hunter's face. The sound of skin on skin echoed through the room, a sickening thud that made my stomach turn. Without hesitation, I threw myself between them, feeling the tension and aggression radiating from both men. With all my strength, I pushed against Frederick's chest, trying to hold him back from hitting Hunter again. My heart raced as I tried to diffuse the situation before it escalated even further. "Stop it!" I pleaded again. Hunter regained his balance and touched his bruising eye with a wince on his face. "You will regret this, asshole," he hissed. "Frederick!" I shouted. "What is the matter with you!?" "I hate him," Frederick mumbled again, shaking his head. "That's not a good reason to hit him," I said and released him. I turned to Hunter, who was standing straight, watching me interact with Frederick with a calm expression on his face. His eyes bore into me, and I fel
Last Updated : 2023-12-01The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 24. Science Experiment
McKennaA pang of guilt nagged at me as I realized I had deceived my own mother about Dustin. I told her he was just a friend and we didn't do anything at the Lab even though he and I kissed.I still couldn't believe we did that!But my relationship with him seemed to be the only thing that brought any joy into my life lately. Can you really blame me for wanting to hold onto that? Especially when my mother had been acting like a dictator ever since she found out about my involvement with Hunter.And let's not forget how hypocritical she was being. She had lied to me countless times, especially when it came to Hunter. I couldn't understand why she despised him so much and refused to tell me the truth.As her daughter, I deserved to know everything about my biological father. But instead, she kept this vital information from me, and it was driving me insane!I took a deep breath and decided that enough was enough. I will have to dig deeper and find out more about their complicated histo
Last Updated : 2023-12-02The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 25. Spending Time
HunterAs I made my way into the Lab, a strange sensation tickled my senses. Dustin and McKenna were acting peculiar, their faces flushing with guilt as if they had just been caught stealing cookies from the cookie jar. But in this case, the culprit was likely some weird science experiment gone wrong.Or was it something entirely different?"What's going on here?" I asked, narrowing my eyes."Nothing!" they replied in unison.Their synchronized response only heightened my suspicion. Dustin exchanged a quick glance with McKenna, and they both attempted to suppress mischievous grins. It was clear they were hiding something, and my curiosity intensified."Nothing? I don't buy it. What's the big secret?" I insisted, crossing my arms over my chest."We were not doing anything wrong," McKenna quickly replied.Right...My gaze softened as I looked at her. Her cheeks were red and it seemed like McKenna wanted out of this situation, and fast. With a deep exhale, I gave in and decided not to gi
Last Updated : 2023-12-02
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The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 66. The Humiliation
TatianaThe doubts lingered over the months. Despite Hunter's continuous affirmations of love and commitment, I couldn't shake the fear that it was all too good to be true. The fear of vulnerability and potential heartbreak haunted me.As the days turned into weeks and weeks into months, my worries became a silent companion. Yet, Hunter didn't look worried at all. He doted on me, showering me with his love.Maybe I was being stupid. I shouldn't be so skeptical. Hunter loved me, and I loved him, so there was no problem!One year later, he invited me to his birthday party. It was at his parents' house. Oh, great. I was not looking forward to seeing his Mom again. But I had to be there for Hunter no matter what.But still...every time we saw each other, she made it clear that she didn't approve of my relationship with Hunter.On the night of the party, I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my outfit nervously. The dress, a creation he had once admired, was now complete. I took a deep
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 65. I Love You
TatianaAs Hunter's fingers intertwined with mine, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. I had never done this before, but with Hunter by my side, I felt completely at ease.He brushed my cheeks with his fingertips."I've wanted this for so long," he said softly. "But I didn't want to rush you or make you uncomfortable."I smiled at his words, feeling touched that he had been considerate of my feelings. "I trust you," I told him sincerely."I'm glad," Hunter replied, before leaning in to press his lips against mine.The kiss was gentle yet passionate, igniting a fire in me that I hadn't known existed. His lips moved expertly against mine, and I found myself responding eagerly.As our kisses deepened, Hunter's hands began to explore my body, sending shivers down my spine. We broke the kiss momentarily as he peppered light kisses along my jawline and down my neck."You're so beautiful," he whispered between kisses, making me blush yet again. His hands continue
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 64. Model for Me
TatianaIn the dimly lit dorm room, I stood nervously in front of my closet. I stared at the half-finished dress hanging on the door. The fabric was a rich red color, flowing and elegant, with intricate gold embroidery along the hem and sleeves.I haven't shown it to anyone yet, but I thought it was my best work. For some reason, I felt like showing it to Hunter. We have been dating for over a month now, and I figured it was time I shared my work with him. I wanted Hunter's opinion before I called it done.Hunter was waiting for me in the living room area. I hadn't told him why I had called him here yet, so I took a deep breath and went to meet him."Well? What's the big emergency?" Hunter asked.I looked at him, biting my lip as he stared at me. He was dressed casually in jeans and a plain white t-shirt, looking handsome as always."I wanted to show you something," I said."Oh, really? What would that be?" he asked."Close your eyes," I said softly.Hunter raised an eyebrow but obeye
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 63. Mother's Approval
TatianaAs we followed Evelyn to the dining room, I couldn't help but feel the weight of her disapproval lingering in the air.We took our seats, and Evelyn turned her attention to me once again, her gaze filled with scrutiny."So, Tatiana," she began, her voice dripping with condescension. "Hunter's father will join us briefly, but tell me more about yourself.""Um...I am an only child. My parents are from here in New York," I said.Evelyn raised an eyebrow, as if expecting more."That's...interesting," she responded, her tone not quite matching the word. "What do your parents do?""Both of my parents are teachers," I answered, hoping to add a bit more substance to my background.Evelyn's lips formed a tight line, and she leaned back in her chair. "Teachers, huh? They are quite underpaid, aren't they?" Evelyn said."Yes, but they love what they do," I said defensively.Hunter shot me a supportive look, but Evelyn continued, undeterred. "And what about your own ambitions, Tatiana? Wha
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 62. He is Not Right
Tatiana"Why did you have to be so rude to Hunter?" I scolded Frederick when we met up at the coffee shop later."I don't like that guy, Tatiana. I don't think he is good for you," Frederick said."And how would you know that, Fred?" I asked, feeling annoyed. Frederick and I grew up together, and sometimes he acted like he knew everything about me and knew all my needs, but it was starting to get old. It felt like he was overstepping boundaries, thinking he had the authority to dictate who was good for me and who wasn't."He's just not the right fit for you, Tati. I can see it," Frederick replied, a hint of concern in his eyes.I sighed, running a hand through my hair. "Fred, you're not my guardian. I appreciate your concern, but I can make my own decisions. Hunter is my choice, and I'd appreciate it if you respected that."Frederick leaned back, crossing his arms. "I just don't want to see you get hurt.""I can take care of myself, Fred," I retorted. "You don't get to decide who's ri
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 61. Childhood Friend
HunterThe corners of my mouth twitched as I couldn't help but let out a small laugh at the look on Tatiana's face. "I am sorry, Tati. I didn't mean to scare you," I said slyly, trying to hide my amusement.Tatiana's expression only grew more worried. "Well, you are scaring me, Hunter. We've only been dating for three weeks!" she exclaimed, her voice tinged with panic.Feeling guilty now, I took her hand in mine. "I am sorry," I said sincerely, suddenly concerned that I had overstepped.She looked at me with wide doe eyes. "Why are you apologizing?""I just...I'm afraid I may be moving too fast." My words came out in a rush as I tried to explain myself. "I swear I'm not some kind of psycho. I just..."Interrupting me, Tatiana spoke up firmly. "Hunter, you don't have to explain anything to me. I'm not actually scared.""But you are," I insisted, knowing that my actions had caused her fear and uncertainty. "I know you may not even love me yet and here I am talking about marriage. God...
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 60. Future Plans
TatianaI yelped and pushed him off, then quickly lowered the heat on the stove. Hunter burst into laughter, and I joined him, the tension disappearing."Phew...you saved the soup. You are on a roll at saving lives today," he quipped, wiping a mock sweat off his forehead.I rolled my eyes. "You have a talent for turning any situation into a joke.""It's a gift," he replied with a wink."Go sit down on the couch and I will bring you a bowl," I ordered."Yes, Madam!" Hunter saluted and rushed back to the couch.I shook my head and searched for a bowl in the cabinets. Then with the bowl in hand, I returned to the living room, finding Hunter already seated on the couch, looking both amused and hungry."Here you go," I said, handing him the bowl."Ah, the heroine returns with the healing potion," he teased, taking the bowl with a grin.I rolled my eyes. "Just eat your soup before it gets cold."He nodded obediently, blowing on a spoonful of soup before taking a careful sip. "Mmm, deliciou
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 59. Make Me Soup
TatianaI don't know why I was kissing him after I resisted him so much, but I didn't feel any regret doing it. As I pulled away from the kiss, I couldn't help but smile at the irony of the situation. Here we were, in a hospital room, surrounded by medical equipment, and we were sharing a tender moment that made the whole environment seem like a dream.But the reality of the situation was far from ideal. Hunter wasn't a hundred percent better, and his recovery was far from guaranteed. He was weak, and I could see the pain in his eyes, even when he wasn't in physical discomfort."I am already regretting kissing you," I whispered, my voice low and barely audible.Hunter smiled with his eyes. "You are lying," he managed to utter. And despite the gravity of the situation, I couldn't help but feel a warmth in my chest as I looked at him.We sat in silence for a while, holding hands."Should I call your mom?" I suddenly realized his family may not know about this yet."Nah," Hunter said d
The Billionaire's Secret Daughter 58. Persuasion
Hunter"Congratulations on getting engaged to the perfect woman, Hunter," Tatiana said, her voice full of bitterness."I am not getting engaged to Natasha," I said irritably. "My mom is always pushing random girls toward me, saying they are 'perfect' for me.""Well, she is. I don't know why you brought me down here, Hunter. I don't belong in your world," Tatiana said, looking around. "My world? What do you mean by that?" I furrowed my eyebrows."A world full of designer clothes and lavish parties. My family isn't like yours. They are simple and could barely afford to send me to the university," she said."Are you suggesting everything was handed to me? Should I feel ashamed of that?" I asked.Tatiana shook her head. "I am not saying that. I am just saying we are not a good match, so this was a mistake."I sighed, feeling frustrated and confused. Tatiana's words struck a nerve, and I realized that our worlds were vastly different."Tatiana, I didn't bring you here to show off or make
