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57. Have mercy
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The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 58. Diego
Kyla Eva."Moshi, moshi, ano ne, ano ne, ano ne. Moshi, moshi, ano ne. Ah, so desu-ka!" Diego whirled around. He is dancing and drinking with the staff on board. I shook my head as I looked at them. It's enjoyable to see him with the rest of the crew.For some reason, all the crew members are very hospitable toward us. They're incredibly friendly. I had expected to have a hard time on board, but I was pleasantly surprised. Everyone, including the captain, was friendly. I am the only woman on board, and they have treated me like royalty here.The Diego who looks like a gangster is now dancing with the rest of the crew. His personality is far from his physical appearance. Diego is easy to be with, funny as a friend, and enthusiastic about everything."Totemo yoi, Diego." One of the Japanese members of the crew said to him. They've just finished dancing."Arigato, arigato. . . ato?" Diego looked at me in confusion. He is waiting for me to tell him what's next to say. He is not good when
Last Updated : 2024-06-25The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 59. I will wait
Enzo Denver.The fresh, saltwater air of the port filled my senses as I surveyed the massive, precise area. This port, unlike the other one for public and business use, is exclusively for cargo shipments—a hub for goods exported and imported from the country.I'm with Conrad inside the executive lounge of the Port Arena Tower. Conrad was accommodating, and I'm glad he was still here when I contacted him a few days ago.Conrad and I are not very close. We see each other occasionally at every boys' party. We are in different fields when it comes to business."I've heard your story, Enzo. I thought you were lucky to marry a woman like her. Imagine you married one of the most beautiful faces of Monde Fashion, but you don't know that she's got a twin?" He let a laugh out and shook his head."We're not married, Conrad," I corrected, my voice firm and determined. I gritted my teeth and looked at him, making it clear that this was a matter of great importance to me."Kylie and I were not mar
Last Updated : 2024-06-26The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 60. Hoping
Kyla Eva."I can't believe it, Kyla. I felt sorry for you. Don't worry. I will make sure you're safe with me. I will do my best to protect you."I told Diego everything about myself, Kylie, Enzo, and my family. At first, he can't believe it. It's hard to believe that your own blood will betray you and want you dead, but that's my reality. My mother never once became a mother to me. My twin sister only uses me for herown good. I turn blind to everything because I believe they will love me one day. But I was wrong. Their love never came to me."Thank you, Diego. You saved me, and I don't know how to repay you." I looked at him with gladness. I'm happy that he's the person on board with me.He saved me many times and took care of me every time I wasn't feeling good. The sea makes me sick at times, especially during the night. The waves are enormous, like mountains, and looking at them in the dark is scary. But at the same time, I want to face my fears and end up facing them instead of
Last Updated : 2024-06-28The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 61. Nearly there
Enzo Denver.I constantly monitored the tracker on the flat screen, and I couldn't relax anymore as the rain started to pour and the sky grew darker.The staff kept offering me hot drinks as the air outside had become cold. I can't thank them enough. They treated me well, and I could feel the pressure they were under as they did their best to help and accommodate my needs.Conrad is at his final meeting for the day. So, I'm left alone again, waiting for the cargo ship. I can't wait to see Kyla. I'm dying to see her. I settled in, my eyes fixed on the screen. The anticipation of seeing Kyla was overwhelming, filling my stomach with butterflies and making my heart race excitedly.After three hours, the sky got darker than usual. The wind was howling, and the rain started to fall in big drops. The typhoon was now inside the Pacific boundary. My jaw tightened, and I was worried as hell as I looked ahead.I couldn't see clearly fifty meters away as the heavy rain poured. Then, everything
Last Updated : 2024-07-01The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 62. Hug
Kyla Eva."Thank you, Diego," I said.Diego quickly wrapped the thick jacket around me, followed by an oversized raincoat. The rain was becoming heavier, and we were ready to leave the ship. I glanced at Diego, and his eyes revealed his worry."You are wet, Diego. Aren't you going to change before we go?""No need. I'll get wet regardless. What's the point? Let's focus on finding a place for us to stay tonight, Kyla. So, don't worry about me getting wet. It's not a big deal," he chuckled as he jerked his head up, letting the raindrops hit his face."I will change once we find a hotel. Not a problem," he said with a beaming smile.Diego comes across as a gentleman. Despite his numerous tattoos, he is kind-hearted and gentle. If you don't know him, you will think that he is a bad person who can easily kill someone."Thank you, Diego," I looked at him sincerely. "I owe you a lot. I don't know how to repay you, but if you need my help, I will be there for you one day."He smiles mischiev
Last Updated : 2024-07-02The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 63. I love you
Kyla Eva.My eyes widened, and my heart drummed hard inside me. I couldn’t even hear the rain—it was completely blank.“Kyla,” he whispered again.My lips trembled, and my tears fell together with the heavy rain.If this is a dream, I don’t want to wake up anymore. I just want it to last forever. I shut my eyes and hugged him. “Enzo. . .” I whispered.I want to believe that this is real. Yes, this is real. I am hugging him for real. I can feel his warm body. I can smell his scent amongst the raindrops. I can hear his heartbeat, and it’s beating fast.“Kyla, I’m sorry it took so long, darling. I’m sorry.”He rubbed my back, igniting sparks inside. I opened my eyes in surprise.Oh my, this is no longer a dream. This is real. Enzo is here!“Enzo? Oh my God. Y-You are real?” My voice cracked as I gently touched his face. We stared, and I cried. I just can’t believe it!“I’m real, Kyla. It’s me, darling. I’m here in the flesh.” He hugged me again, much tighter this time.“Kyla, I’m sorry.
Last Updated : 2024-07-05The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 64. It was you
Kyla Eva.We settled in one of the famous hotels in town, and Diego stayed in the next room beside us. I was tired, and after what happened, my body totally gave up, and I slept longer than usual. Enzo took good care of me overnight. He never left my side until I fell asleep.When I finally opened my eyes, the sun was bright. I thought I was still dreaming and still inside the cargo shipment vessel because I could still feel my head, and it seemed like I was still floating. The smell of the sea and the sound of seagulls added to the illusion.I rolled over to see the other side, but Enzo was not there anymore. I rubbed my eyes as I slowly stood and looked around before stepping out. I stepped out of the room to check the lounge part and saw Enzo talking to someone using his phone."Thank you, Conrad. I owe it a lot to you, bro," he told someone on the phone.I paused and watched him in silence. He didn't notice me yet.Life really is full of surprises. I was ready to let go and forge
Last Updated : 2024-07-06The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 65. The one
Enzo Denver.It feels good that she's here. It completes me.I know she is attempting to convey everything, and I simply cannot comprehend why she feels the need to pretend. But after all, I want to listen to her."I love you, Kyla. It was you and not your twin sister, Kylie. The only thing I couldn't understand was why you had to pretend. You could have told me your real name at that time," I gritted.I was holding her hand, and I felt her shaking. I don't want to hold back anymore. I just want everything to be in the right place for us."I'm sorry if I wasn't there during those times when you needed me. I had no idea, Kyla, that I was dealing with two different people with different personalities... I accepted that and have grown to love both the good and bad sides of you. I didn't know."She dipped her head, and her tears fell again. I wiped it.It's painful to see her like this, as she's sensitive, caring, and kind, unlike Kylie.This is Kyla, and these are her defining traits. S
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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
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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
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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
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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
