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43. Over the moon
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The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 44. And she's back!
Enzo Denver.I'm more excited than ever and cannot wait to organize everything back home. I informed my mother about Kyla and me and that we will be expecting a new family member in the future, and she appeared pleased about it. However, she had a few questions about my wife, and I couldn't tell her the whole story. I just have to make an excuse to cover Kyla's identity.I sense my mother's suspicion. I eagerly await Kyla's full disclosure, knowing it will come soon. She's going to confess to me soon.Nanay Meline is back at her place, and Kyla's biological mother is under strict guard again. One of the caregivers around there is a friend of Diezel, and temporarily, that person gives us information about the inside. Morris also continues investigating more about Kyla's biological mother's side. He had already told me that Kyla's family was not ordinary, as they belonged to the mafia world.I know what the mafia is up to. Dirty money and illegal activities are part of their businesses
Last Updated : 2024-05-29The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 45. The wicked
Narrator's POV.Kyla loses consciousness, and Kylie takes over. She undresses Kyla, making sure that she has all her items with her. Kylie takes every accessory on Kyla's body, including the engagement ring that Enzo gave her. Kylie doesn't leave any items at all. She then asks Dominic to bring Kyla to their hideout.Kylie and Dominic have been traveling from Singapore to South Korea. They have been in a relationship for a while. Secretly, they see each other without Enzo's knowledge.Working as a team was the best excuse Kylie could give Enzo. Kylie loves Enzo, but more likely, she only loves Enzo's money. Kylie did a makeover and copied how Kyla had changed her image physically. It was easy, as people posted Enzo and Kyla's photos online, especially during their medical mission back home before they traveled for their honeymoon."I will get out first, and don't follow me. Look after my sister, okay? And don't touch her, Dominic! Or else I will abort this baby!" Kylie uttered angril
Last Updated : 2024-05-30The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 46. Kylie, Kyla?
Enzo Denver.I have devised a plan for Kyla’s biological mother to escape from the facility. With the help of Diezel and Ranger, we worked things out from it. I will entrust Kyla’s mother to a facility owned by Diezel's close friend.“Don’t worry too much about this, Enzo. Leave it to us,” Ranger said with a wicked smile.I shook my head and chuckled a little bit. Ranger often comes and goes like a wind. He’s the youngest amongst all the Mondragons who can move freely around.“Here, grab this.” Diezel handed me a box of instant noodles.“That’s for your wife, not for you,” Diezel smirked at Ranger after handing me the box. I shook my head.“What the hell, Dez. That’s plenty. Do you want Enzo and Kyla’s future kid to become instant noodles?” Ranger laughed hard.I gritted my teeth and chuckled. “Asshole. I’m not gonna let my wife eat this. It’s unhealthy. Here, take it back.” I pushed it against Deizel’s chest, and the lunatic laughed. Ranger then quickly grabbed it from Diezel.“Hey
Last Updated : 2024-06-01The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 47. Scared
Kyla Eva."W-Water. . ." I swallowed hard as my throat was dry.When I opened my eyes, it was pitch dark. There was no single light, and my hands were tightly tied behind my back.Kylie is back. She's here in Sorrento. Oh no, Enzo!I felt helpless and devastated thinking about him. What am I supposed to do now? I don't know. I don't even know where I am.The last thing I remember was I was in the toilet with Kylie, and right after that, I don't know what happened to me.I slightly shut my eyes the moment the light turns on."You're awake?" His voice is calm and familiar. "How are you feeling?" he asked.I blinked a few times, trying to get a clearer vision of him until he opened the door. My eyes widened a fraction of the moment I saw his face. It was Dominic."Dominic?" My mouth parted, and I couldn't believe it.It was him. It was him who abducted me here."Dominic, what do you - ""Are you hungry? He cuts me off. He bends halfway behind me and releases me from my handcuffs."I'm s
Last Updated : 2024-06-03The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 48. Uneasy
Enzo Denver.The night was unsettling, and despite my efforts to fall asleep, I couldn't shake the feeling that someone was calling me, leaving me restless.It throbbed. It felt like someone dear to me was calling my name, asking for help. I can't explain it. It's strange.I looked at Kyla, who was sleeping beside me quietly, and somehow, looking at her now felt hollow.Today is our third monthsary wedding. I didn't hear anything from her. She told me the other day that she had prepared a surprise for me, but it seemed like she had forgotten it.After Karing had cooked the noodles, Kyla ate only a spoonful because she had vomited. It's unusual for her to vomit because of that. I saw how she enjoyed it the other day, and tonight, it seems like she's not used to eating spicy stuff.It must be the pregnancy. Do her hormones change?Dammit. I'm a doctor, but I'm so clueless about this.This is not my field of expertise, but of course, I should know better. But why the hell does my heart
Last Updated : 2024-06-05The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 49. Not my Kyla!
Enzo Denver.I was confident that Kyla had left it before the wedding. I didn’t see her wearing that thing. It’s new. A symbol of a past I thought was buried.My jaw tightened, and my chest throbbed as I looked at the ring on her finger again.“Karing, can I have warm milk instead of this?” She handed back the warm lemonade Karing had made for her.“Are you feeling okay, Miss Kylie? Is your morning sickness subsided?” Karing asked as she grabbed the warm lemonade out from her.“Yes, Karing. I’m feeling much better today. Thank you,” she gladly smiled at Karing.That put me at ease. I shook my head, trying to shake off the worries around me.What the hell am I thinking right now? This doesn't seem right. She’s Kyla, of course. But why do I feel this way?I ate quietly, and so did my mother. I glanced at my wife with suspicion, and she sweetly smiled back, her eyes betraying nothing. I swallowed hard, as I couldn’t understand what I was feeling right now.It’s too early for suspicions.
Last Updated : 2024-06-06The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 50. Courage
Kyla Eva."You haven't touched your food?" Dominic looked concerned as he observed the untouched tray, which sharply contrasted with the fresh lunch tray in his other hand.I mustered a weak glance with my eyelids heavy, exhausted with him. I wiped my mouth, made a feeble gesture, and shook my head in response to his question.The truth is, I couldn't force myself to eat. I hated the smell of the garlic around it, and there was something about the food that I didn't like. I vomited a few, and I felt weak already. I could no longer bring myself even to taste it.I called him earlier, but it seemed he wasn't around on the other side. I wanted to ask for warm water with lemon on it, which is what I only want at the moment. That would probably heal my sickness.He placed the new food tray in hand on the small table and took the other one."Dom, can I have warm water with lemon on it, please?" I weakly asked. I felt sweaty, messy, and dirty. My body was so weak that my mind traumatically
Last Updated : 2024-06-09The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 51. Desperate cry
Kyla Eva.It's a narrow footpath, and the people around the corner appear suspicious. Most of them are elderly and peculiar. The thick clouds of smoke enveloped the air, and the stench of alcohol made me feel queasy. I closed my eyes and regulated my breathing as we walked past them.I tightened my grip on Dominic's hand. He held my hand tightly as we walked quietly. The drunken cacophony of the other group almost gave me a heart attack when they all fell silent as we walked past.I cowered in fear, only able to see Dominic's feet as I followed in his footsteps. My worry dissipated when I spotted the exit to the wet market.Now I remember this aisle. It's next to the public toilet, where I saw Kylie the other day.A black car was waiting for us, and Dominic promptly opened the car door. He ushered me inside, sat beside me, and signaled the driver to speed up.I was about to take off my sunglasses, but Dominic stopped me. He slightly shook his head, telling me not to take it off. I gl
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The Billionaire's Substitute Bride Epilogue
Louise Rose.At times, you meet the right person when circumstances are not ideal. Other times, you encounter the wrong person when the moment is perfect. However, when you discover the right person at the right time in the right circumstances, it’s destiny. Fate has intertwined your paths, so hold on tightly and never let go.I still couldn’t believe it. After Hendrix’s proposal, the wedding took place.That was spot on. I wasn’t prepared. But when I saw Rosy in her wheelchair, I felt it was the perfect moment for everything. It was truly the right time for that. That night was perfect for us and everyone around us. Hendrix and I got married and were surrounded by our loved ones.It’s been a year, and everything around us moves smoothly. There are tough days alongside joyful moments. The silver lining is that we don’t argue. Even if we bicker over minor issues, we make sure that they are resolved by the end of the day.I’ve faced numerous challenges, beginning with Rosy, my father,
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 160. I will
Hendrix."Is everything ready?" I whispered to Eleanor ahead. She gave me a thumbs-up.I took a deep breath and scanned my surroundings. I'm feeling anxious about this. I hope everything works out.This proposal is my second attempt. I chose to keep it simple. Eleanor will invite Louise to a Saturday event, which is my proposal for her.Rosy, my family, and a few of the boys will be here soon. I'm not sure what Reeve and Linus are up to, but I have a bad feeling about it. They've prepared something without telling me what it is."I'll return with Louise in two hours, okay? Everything is set. We have another surprise for both of you. So, no matter what it is, Hendrix, you cannot refuse. Understood?"I blinked. "Okay. . ." My forehead wrinkled."Don't worry. It's not going to harm you or Louise. It will be beneficial for you." She winked, patted my shoulder, and then walked straight ahead."Hendrix! What's up, bro?""Riley? What are you doing here? I thought you were still in Scotland?
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 159. Pure happiness
Louise Rose.It feels like just yesterday, yet a month has already passed. As I glanced at my mother's name on her urn, I also looked at her picture beside it. I resemble her. She's beautiful, and I just look like her. For years, I have refused to look at her photos from Rosy's old albums. I didn't want to see her at that moment, nor did I want her image to linger in my mind. I didn't feel any anger towards her. I just didn't want to imagine what she looked like.Ideally, Rosy embodies the motherly figure I've always cherished, and during moments of hardship and solitude, it's her face I long for most.I have no regrets.If I were to look at old photos of my mother and notice how much I resemble her, I might feel resentment. Whenever I see my reflection, I see my mother, which prevents me from finding peace.As a child, I had many questions about why she left me with Rosy and why she never came back. But that was in the past. It’s all behind us now, and we are left with the answers
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 158. In time
Louise Rose."Louise!"My heart lights in that last second before they toss me.I saw Hendrix running towards me. . . Stephanie screamed, and everything flew in the air.Splash!I held my breath quickly, and my hand automatically did the job. But the rope was tightly wrapped around my feet, and the bricks were heavy. I descended quickly at the bottom.I tried kicking, trying to get it out. I jerked my head up, trying to grasp the air. I can only hold my breath for thirty seconds at least. That was my best record when I went swimming with my friends back when I was only sixteen.I hate the waters. I'm scared of it. I can't breathe.Five, four, three, two, one. . .That's it. I can't do it. I can't untie myself. Am I going to die? Is this my end? Rosy…mum…Hendrix…***Hendrix.Damn it!"Louise!" My body was on autopilot. I run towards her."Oh my god!"I heard Stephanie scream and the rattles around.After extensive tracking, we finally caught them in the act. However, it seems too la
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 157. Impossible
Hendrix.Reeve accompanied me when we arrived at El Puerto. A car was waiting for us. Xavion arranged it. He also contacted the authorities to check the area around. And because it's not yet twenty-four hours, they don't consider it as a missing person. So, we have no choice but to work out independently.The boys will be coming to help. Most of them were at the event, waiting for us, but the party was over. It hasn't even started."Mum, not now, please. I need to find Louise," I answer my mother in the line. She's been calling me non-stop."Look, son. Eddie and Marco are on their way. They might take a while, but they're coming."I sighed, feeling frustrated now. The camera recording shows not much. It did not even capture the face of the person with Louise. The area was quiet, too. They're making sure that they can't be seen. They prepare well for this and damn it. I will make them pay for this."Also, son, Eddie told me that Stephanie actually came back this morning. He doesn't be
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 156
Narrator's POV.Eleven hours earlier...Louise was supposed to call Shella, but that did not happen. Shella has been wondering all along why Louise hasn't called yet. "Why hasn't she called me yet? She was supposed to call earlier," she muttered before dialing Louise's number without any hesitation.Tot…tot…tot…"What the? Why is she unattended?"She attempted once more, but the result remained unchanged. After waiting another hour, she considered it might be the signal at that location. However, deep down, she realized it was unlikely. This area has a strong signal with telecommunications towers throughout. So, it's impossible.Shella then speculated that perhaps Louise's phone had a low battery.That's it!It was nearly seven o'clock, and Louise still hadn't arrived. She remained unattended.Shella felt a surge of panic. She realized that Hendrix would arrive shortly to pick up Louise. They needed to go to a surprise family event. This surprise was organized by Hendrix, of course
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 155
Louise Rose.I swear in my mother's name, I will make Stephanie pay for what she has done to me!"I'm busting! Hey!""Just pee on your pants. You're going to die anyway." She folded her arms across her chest while observing the two men getting ready for something.I chuckled. "I don't want to die smells like shit, at least! You should grant me some wishes, you know, bitch!"She twirled around, frustrated by my annoyance."Will you shut up! I can't concentrate!" She yelled like a maniac.I giggled at that. "Oh well, too bad. I will never leave you in concentration. So, better untie me, Steph, and bring me a moment of joy!"She disregarded me. She plugged her ears while waiting for the boys to wrap up.What the hell they're doing?I'm out in the dark, at least, and now the sun is shining brightly. I never had a wink last night. I've been thinking of many ways to escape, but I can't do anything.At least one of the boys is kind enough to let me use the toilet. But even there, there was
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 154
Louise Rose.I stepped out feeling confident about this. I already told Shella that I would be home before seven. It’s still early—it’s eight in the morning.A man dressed in black looked in my direction. I scanned around first, ensuring that no one matched his description.Last night, he messaged me that a man in all black would fetch me here in El Puerto.“Louise?” the man wearing all black looked at me.I nodded.“This way, please.”He led me to his car, which was only a short distance from where my car was parked. I glanced around again, ensuring it was really him. No one else was nearby, so it had to be him.He opened the sliding door of the van, and I climbed inside.“There are refreshments for you. Help yourself and enjoy the road trip,” he casually said before shutting the car door.I feel the van moving and become familiar with the road. I’m not hungry yet. I’m just enjoying myself while listening to music on the vehicle wireless. He remained silent while driving, avoiding e
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 153
Louise Rose.'Your mother… she has passed away a few months after she left you with me. That's why she couldn't come back for us, Louise…'Tears came rolling down my cheeks as I waited for Hendrix. I hugged my knees, crying in vain like a lost child.I laughed at Rosy's confession earlier. It was like a joke, and I didn't know how to take it in.I was speechless and shocked at the same time. Now that I'm all alone, here in the dark corner of Rosy's house, everything comes back haunted—my reality.The mother that I hated so much was long gone. Are you kidding me?I've been rehearsing a lot in the back of my mind, preparing myself for the day she will return for me. I have a lot to ask. Too many, to be exact. But what is it now? What will happen now? What will I do now…"Louise?"I gasped for air and stood up quickly when I heard Hendrix's voice outside. I wiped my tears, but my vision blurred, and my tears kept rolling down. It seemed like all the tears I had kept for myself for years
