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The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 79. Duke
Enzo Denver.One thing that is currently troubling me is the idea of meeting Nonno, my grandfather. I still recall that his realm is off-limits to my mother and me. My mother has chosen a different path in life. She married into the Mondragon family, who are noble but not royalty.My mother's love for my father is a testament to the power of love. She never regretted giving up her noble status, choosing to marry my father and creating a world where her love for him was her everything.Mum possesses a unique discernment. She can easily see through lies and pretense, a skill honed from dealing with the various personalities of high-status individuals during her time under her father's care.Today, only Kyla, my mother, and I are traveling. My grandfather ruled that my father was not allowed to set foot here."We are here!" My mother exclaimed calmly, and my head moved to Kyla beside me. She was resting her head on my shoulder, taking a little nap. Then she shifted, raised her head, and
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 80. Position
Enzo Denver.Grandfather's mighty king chair, with its rich mahogany hue, faced the expansive glass window that overlooked the serene garden.When Mum's voice, filled with anticipation, called out to him, his chair seemed to pivot in slow motion, and his smile, warm and comforting, sent a wave of nostalgia through my entire being."Dad…" Mum hugged him immediately like a child who had missed her father for years. It's been two decades since they last saw each other, and I'm sure Mum misses Grandfather so much."My dear child," he said in his solid baritone voice. He stood up, opened his arms, and embraced mum.As my mother and grandfather hugged, I fought to keep a calm facade. Kyla, sensing my tension, squeezed my hand tightly. She looked at them with joy, unaware of the complexities of our family history."You look well, Dad," Mum complimented him."Is that so?" Grandfather slightly laughed and paused when his eyes darted on us. He then walked closer to me and Kyla."Milord Enzo De
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 81. Decision
Kyla Eva."You can't do this, Kyla! How dare you!?" Mum Corazon exclaimed in disappointment.After a quick vacation in Camberton, I made up my mind to fix everything. Enzo's grandfather helped us in many ways, and the heart-to-heart talk I had with him made me realize my worth.In a significant turn of events, I struck a deal with Enzo's grandfather.Instead of us staying in Camberton, we will return to the place we envision raising our children. In return, Enzo has agreed to shoulder half of his grandfather's responsibilities. This is a sacrifice he is making for us, for the people, and for the future. When the time is right, when his grandfather can no longer fulfill his duties as the Duke of Camberton, Enzo will step up and take charge. As for Kylie, I have made a decision that weighs heavily on my heart. I have chosen to reveal our existence to the media and announce Kylie's retirement from the showbiz and fashion world. It's a responsibility I must bear, a decision made out of
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 82. Happy
Kyla Eva.I headed out to get some fresh air and didn't notice that Enzo was already outside waiting for me. His sweet smile eased the pain and tension I had felt. He opened his arms, and I ran toward his embrace."Oh. . ." I buried my face against his chest and sighed, feeling the familiar comfort of his embrace.Enzo is not just a person, he is my home. He is my strength, my biggest fan who never fails to judge my mistakes and embraces me with all my flaws."How was it? Are you okay?" He rubbed my back gently, and I loved the sensation behind me."It's all good… Mama refused. You know her. She's stubborn as hell, like Kylie. Too bad I'm not the same sweet girl they know." I wrinkled my nose as I looked into his eyes.He slightly laughed. "That's great, darling. You are becoming more and more stronger. You probably didn't notice that, but that's yourself, and that's you. . . I'm proud of you, Kyla. You are changing, but it's not for the bad because it's for the better."I chuckled a
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 83. Brothers
Enzo Denver.I have no choice, considering all of Nonno's conditions. This is his way of protecting his kind, according to him. My grandfather can be unpredictable at times. It's not easy being a Duke. It's something he was born into.My grandfather appears distinguished and well-maintained, but beneath his facade lies a ruthless dictator. That's why my mother removed me from that way of life.When my mother married my father, a Mondragon, she made a courageous decision. She willingly relinquished her societal status, her birthright, for the sake of love. I suppose my bravery when it comes to loved ones is a behavior I inherited from my mother.My father is ruthless as well, considering his Mondragon royal lineage, which grants them significant power. If my father were not a Mondragon, my grandfather would not have allowed him to marry my mother. But there was an agreement, a pact between the two powerful families, and that was me, the living symbol of their union.Grandfather is wis
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 84. Intimate room
Enzo Denver."Xav?" I answered him on the phone, stepping away from the boys. I walked over to where Rage and Dominic were and saw the boys following me. I gestured with my hand, indicating that Xavion was next in line. They all nodded and joined Rage and Dominic."How's everything?""All good here with me. Any news from Linus?"We are all waiting for news from Linus. After the big storm, we couldn't get his signal. We all hope he is okay and has found a spot for his safety."He's okay. I finally got him. Help is coming on his way. In a few weeks, he will be back. What about you? The media are going crazy after Kyla released a statement in public."I took a deep breath, and whirled halfway to check our bedroom balcony on the second floor. I didn't notice that Kyla was looking at me, smiling in the distance. She waved, and I reciprocated."Yeah, all good, Xav. There's not much I can do about public opinion and criticism. But at least we're safe here, unlike in that country." I sent a
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 85. Panic
Kyla Eva.I didn't expect my water to break at this stage. We still have a week left on the schedule, but I guess the twins couldn't wait any longer to come out.Enzo was in panic mode. He couldn't figure out what to do first. He grabbed the luggage, released it, whirled around to take the nappy bag, and let it go again."Calm down, darling. Come here. Hold my hand." I extended my hand and smiled sweetly at him. He looked pale, and I burst into laughter."Damn, should I change?" He looked at himself and back at me. I liked my lips, looking at his erect member. He hasn't worn his jeans and is only wearing his boxer shorts."Bloody hell. Fuck." He whirled around and hurriedly put on his jeans.I shook my head and laughed. The more I laughed, the more water came out of me.I will undergo a cesarean birth, so it's general anesthesia. Enzo and my doctor won't allow a normal delivery for safety reasons."Milord, is there anything I can do?" Butler Rage lowered his head a little bit."Here.
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 86. Twins
Enzo Denver. "Thank you, Drew. Yes, I'm waiting with bated breath. Standing here, waiting for the news, feels like an eternity... Let's catch up soon. Bye," I ended the call, my nerves on edge.I have called Drew Mondragon and canceled Kyla's live interview for tomorrow. Who could have thought that she'd give birth now?It's incredible. We never saw this coming, but here we are. I'm filled with anticipation, and I can't wait to meet Kyla and our twins."Milord, the Duke already provided the best accommodation for you and Kyla. You can wait there, milord," Rage bowed his head slightly."Can you drop that milord, Rage? Do I look like a Dracula to you?" I gritted. I feel frustrated now as I pace back and forth."I'm sorry, milord, but it's prohibited. It's the Duke o—""Bloody hell! What takes them so long? What's happening to Kyla? Dammit." I cut Rage off and raked my hair in exasperation."Mr Enzo Mondragon?"I heard the doctor call my name, and that ignited my heart in excitement."
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The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 132. G-Dragon
Louise Rose.A beauty like no other. There are no similarities between them, but I can tell how close they are to each other. Their closeness is undeniable.“Oh please, Hendrix. Don’t be so dramatic. This design will perfectly fit Louise. She’s gorgeous.” Elle looked at me with a sense of contentment.I feel comfortable with her. She’s not what I expected. I thought I would have a hard time because most people born into very wealthy families tend to be perfectionists. But not Elle. She's enjoyable to be with, straightforward, sincere, and beautiful. In fact, she doesn't care about brands and prefers simple clothing.“The side slit is too high. They could almost see her thigh, Elle,” Hendrix complained.“We can always adjust it. Tsk,” Elle shook her head. "That’s it. I’m done with you. I’m not showing you any more designs that Marilou sent. It will be a surprise from now on. You are not allowed to check or decide what we want to wear.” Elle took the brochure out of Hendrix’s hand.“I’
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 131. Happiness
Louise Rose.I couldn't stop myself from smiling. I'm over the moon and hope this happiness will never end soon. But am I afraid of changes? They say you can't be thrilled about much happiness because there's an aftereffect of that.I never believed in that, but now that I'm experiencing this feeling, I'm scared that it may turn bad.I crossed my fingers behind me as I looked at Rosy. She's beautiful today. I visited her early to make sure that she was okay. I can't visit her in the afternoon now, as she gets tired quickly."You are so beautiful, Rosy. I admit you lost a lot of weight, but still pretty as always." I touch the side of her face. She had wrinkles everywhere, and her eyes were soggy. But still, she is the most beautiful in my eyes."Oh, thank you, dear." She sounded weary and had a raspy voice, and her cough gave her a hard time. It sounded so bad."What did your doctor say, Rosy? I want to talk to him. It seems like you're getting thinner each day, and I don't like it."
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 130
Hendrix.She’s addicting like a drug. It’s hard to get her out of my system. I become an animal in bed whenever I’m with her. She can transform me into a .naughtbad guy for sex, and it blew me away. I enjoy it. It has never happened to me before. Everything is new, and I’m loving it with her.I thrust slowly, easing in an inch more, and her body rocks forward. “That’s it, love,” I jerk my head a little, quivering.“Can you feel how badly I need you?” I bit my lower lip, and we stared.“Yes…” She shut her eyes, and her head fell back the moment I thrust into her deeper.This is wild. I’m inside her, full, tight, and magical. I kiss her aggressively, and I fucking struggle with control. I don’t want to come yet, not yet. I want her to go first. I want to do that.“Come for me, baby.” I thrust further, and she whimpered into my mouth."Hend…oh…I need more, please.”I smile wickedly, licking my lips. “And you will get it, baby.” Holding her waist, I lift her slightly and begin my ride. H
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 129. What's next?
Louise Rose.What was that? I was sure I heard someone in the background calling him sugar cups?I twisted my lips, looking confused at the dead screen. I sighed as I spun back to what I was doing.I'm at the flower shop in front of Canor's convenience store. Shella has done a lot of work lately, and she's loving it here. She will be staying here in Eden from now on and will officially resign from her previous job. Her fiancé is fine with it. In fact, he believes it's better for them to be this close.It's past five in the afternoon, and it's closing time soon. Rosy seems tired lately, and they can't get her to stay awake after five. The nurses told me that her medication makes her very drowsy and causes her to fall into a deep sleep.I wonder what's wrong with her? I was sure it wasn't that bad. Her doctor mentioned that she’s fine and will get better soon, but the findings are puzzling, given Rosy’s age.I turn the lights off and shut the shop's door. I still have an hour to prepar
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 128. Back to my queen
Hendrix.What the hell?Steph hugged me tightly, and I tried to move away, but I was cornered."I miss you so much! I'm glad you're here, Hendrix," she whispered, holding onto me tightly."Steph… hang on," I said as I tried to escape her. I was still holding my phone, and Louise was still on the line."Hey, Louise, can I call you back later, babe? Bye," I sighed and ended the call. Steph's hugs were suffocating."Oh? Are you on the call with someone?" She relaxed a little and sat down on my lap, wrapping her arms around my neck. I checked my phone screen to ensure it was off."I need to…" I pushed her gently and stood up. I walked toward the door, eager to leave my office. My two secretaries stood at their desks and looked at me. I gave them a questioning glance, and Santa nodded toward me."Don't give the girls a hard time, sweetie. They already told me that you are on an important call, but I want to surprise you. There's nothing wrong with that, right?" She follows me closely as I
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 127. Dalton
Louise Rose.Now I know.So, Hendrix's mother met Rosy and asked about me.What's her problem with me? She’s driving me crazy, and I will not back down. She wants me out of her son’s life? Oh well, that’s impossible now. I will not give up, not until Hendrix gives up first.I kept pacing back and forth, troubled by the situation. Shella was looking at me in silence, eating junk food.I had a good time with Rosy today. We had a picnic in the garden, and she loved it. She got tired after that and wanted to sleep, so we concluded the day for us, but I will be back tomorrow for lunch again."Stop walking back and forth, Louise. I'm getting fogged," she rolls her eyes backward at me."As I've said, ignore her majesty. She's hard to please, and I heard that she's bipolar. Tsk..." She jiggled her head.I halted in front of her and placed my hands on my hips. "Hendrix has a little bipolarish in him, too, but not bad," I said, twisting my lips.She laughed again. "But you still love him. Boys
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 126. Don't care
Louise Rose.I tilt my head back and hold onto the side of the mattress. I can see stars. Hendrix kisses me down there, putting my entire body into flames. I could only hold back my orgasm for a little while as it came quickly."Fucking wet, babe." He hoarsely said, rising below and crawling back on top. He kissed me, and I could taste my arousal. He parted my legs using his knee, settled in between, and slowly pushed inside me."Hendrix…" I moaned, feeling all the stars again. My nails dug into the back of his skin when he started to thrust.It was rapid, full, and addicting.There's no better way to express what my body wants, as Hendrix can clearly see our desire for each other. I know this is crazy, but I couldn't stop him from wanting me. I couldn't stop this either, as it happens naturally with us.Earlier, I was thinking of how to get away from him, but here I am underneath him, and we are fucking. I tried to open a conversation, but it seemed like he knew that it was coming f
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 125. Wicked
Louise Rose.Spare me, oh God.I looked at Hendrix, annoyed at what he just did. We're back now at our usual spot. Like always, he shut this area exclusively for us. The food on the table appeared appetizing, but I had lost my appetite long ago. His mother's sharp words played like a broken wireless inside my brain, and I just wanted to sleep and go home."Louise…"I blinked and looked at him again, cutting off from what I had imagined."Eat, Louise, and we will talk after this, " he ordered, putting food on my plate."How could you say that to your mother?" I said calmly.He paused, sighed softly, and tightened his jaw. "I don’t know what my mother has told you, Louise, but it’s best not to follow her advice.""She doesn't like me at all." I jerked my head up and chuckled slightly. I can't believe I'm telling this to him now."It's my choice. Your mother wants a wife that belongs to the royalty, Hendrix, and that's not me." My shoulder sagged.He dropped his fork, and it made a loud
The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 124. Confront
Hendrix.It's heartwarming to get a glimpse of Louise's private life. She never mentioned anything about her mother, and I never asked. Every time we talked about families, Rosy was the only person she admired the most. Now I know the reason why. It must be hard on her. It's not easy to grow up in an environment without one parent. But I'm glad that Rosy gave Louise all the love she deserves.Rosy shared the details about Louise's mother with me. She is seeking information on her current whereabouts, and if possible, I would like to help find her before she passes away. Rosy also informed me of the heartbreaking news regarding her health.I felt like the weight of the world was on my shoulders. I wish I could ease Rosy's pain so that she could stay longer for Louise, but her time is running out. Asking for my help to find Louise's mother was her last hope.I promised her that I would do my best to find her sister, Louise's mother, and take care of Louise no matter what happened.I st
