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The Matchmaker and the Billionaire
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The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 91. The son
Saxe Hendrix Mondragon .Damn, this challenge. It's a kid's game, but here I am, becoming one of them."Have you lost it?" Elle looked at me suspiciously. Her face and shirt were coated in thick flour, and a few specks of glue were mixed with paper cuttings in her hair. She was in a grave mess, and I knew who was the culprit."I'm pretty sure it was in my pocket." I kept checking my pockets, and there was no way I had lost it."Damn! Did I drop it?" My shoulder sagged. Now, that little lunatic will grill me tonight."You dropped it? Oh God, Hendrix!" she grunts, rolling her eyes in frustration. "Axton will kill you."I paused, considering whether it had slipped out of my pocket, then bit my lower lip while placing both hands on my hips. "I think it jumped out of my pocket, Elle," I said sarcastically."What the. . . Are you kidding me? That was special, you know. Liam made it. It was a limited edition of G-Dragon. It was made of gold! I can't believe you lost it, Hendrix. Poor Greenb
Last Updated : 2024-08-25The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 92. The daughter
Louise RoseI couldn't help but cry when I hugged Aunt Rosy. She's been living in a care clinic home for two weeks now and is now in a wheelchair. It's difficult for her to get around, and staying here temporarily for treatment will be much better for her than living alone at home."I am here now. I can look after you.""No, Louise. I'm not going to do that to you. You have a life, dear. You can do many things while you are here. Look after the house and manage the flower stall while you are here."She appears happy to finally see me, and I am thrilled to be back temporarily. For my aunt, I am the daughter she could wish to have, and to me, she's my mother.I didn't resign from my job in Singapore, but I was on vacation for four months. My boss was supportive, providing me with plenty of medicinal oil and treatment for Aunt Rosy. She told me I could return whenever I wanted. She understands that my aunt is my only family member and is like a mother to me."You can always visit me ever
Last Updated : 2024-08-28The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 93. At your service!
Louise Rose.I kept pacing back and forth, thinking of the best solution to this.The amount of money is more than enough to repair the house and sustain Aunt Rosy's medication for two years. That's not bad. Where could we get a deal like that just for matchmaking? It's not bad at all."I'll do it! Let me do it, Rosy.""Oh no. Not you, Louise. You don't know how to do this. It's not as easy as what you think it is."I lowered myself to level into her face. "Look, Rosy, the money we will get is more than enough to renovate the house.""In the next two years, I don't have to worry about your medicine. That will cover it. I know you can no longer do it because of your situation. But hey, I am here. It's not like I have not seen the process.""I've seen you interact with many clients in your matchmaking business, and I can do it!" I've probably got the widest smile now. I have a strong fighting spirit, and I'm confident I can handle the job.She sighed and looked at me with concern. "Mad
Last Updated : 2024-08-30The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 94. Deceiving
Hendrix.For once, I will stand my ground with my mother's request. I have a plan, and I'm determined to see it through. There's no way I will be engaged again for the fifth time. This time, I will break free from the cycle of arranged marriages.I will no longer do the dating game or an arranged marriage this time. I want to try the natural way of falling in love. I want to do that. I will take Elle's advice.I never expected Rosy's house here in Eden to be one of the poorest in my eyes. I anticipated it would be surrounded by beautiful classical architecture, but I was wrong. It seemed like the famous matchmaker in town was living hard.The willow tree on the side is majestic. It brings a radiance of life to the place. The house was like an old painting that pulled my heart with beautiful memories.Even though the color fades and some grass grows on the roof's gutter, the house still has a character. It's just that it requires a magic touch to bring out the best of it."You are Ros
Last Updated : 2024-09-06The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 95. Picky
Louise Rose.Oh God, I can't believe I messed up.Have I lost my touch when dealing with clients abroad? Surely not. It's just that Hendrix was way beyond. He's out of my league. He is strong and attractive, and his irresistible charm sets me apart. It felt like I had been struck by lightning when he stood in front of me. I was blown by the wind and out of my mind.Now I have to prove to him that I am Rosy. He must believe in me!"All I have are the records from six months ago, my dear. You can review them and reach out to each family to see if they're still interested. And if not, just cross them out of the list," Aunt Rosy yawned.Despite the late hour, I couldn't ignore my responsibility. I had to resolve this before morning, or the weight of my mistakes would drive me to madness."I told you that it wouldn't be easy, Louise. Madame Violet's son is very picky. With so many broken engagements, it must be hard to find a match for him." She yawned again and rubbed her eyes.My should
Last Updated : 2024-09-07The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 96. Magical flick
Hendrix."You think she's pretending? And why is that?" Xavion's brow wrinkled. He tasted the coffee I made. He stood up and opened the sugar container.I smirked a tiny bit as I forgot to put sugar in his coffee. I've been thinking about Rosy, as she was doing my head in.Last night, I was about to call my mother to ask about Rosy, the matchmaker. I want to make sure if she's an old lady or a young one."What does she look like? Most matchmakers are older.""Exactly." I nodded a little. "Rosy doesn't look like one of them. She's young, good-looking, seems affectionate, and. ." I paused, not realizing the words that had escaped my lips. I shook my head to clear my mind, and Xavion chuckled."It's the first time I've heard that from you, Hendrix," he said with a mischievous smile. "So, she's good-looking, affectionate, and?" His brow slightly rose as he waited for me to finish my sentence."Damn it, I don't know what I'm saying," I looked away, pacing in the other direction."So, wha
Last Updated : 2024-09-09The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 97. Our favorite!
Louise Rose.I was lucky. I was right in time.I had already planned my morning, but a call from Aunt Rosy's clinic made me panic. She had a fall. Luckily, it wasn't bad. I ran to check on her first before coming here. I don't want to have a conversation with Hendrix, and my mind is out of nowhere thinking of Rosy. This matchmaking is crucial to me, and I don't want to commit any mistakes.I cleared my throat, smiled, and glanced at him silently while sipping my water, having finished half of it.His brows waggle as he quickly turns over the pages from next to another. He was serious as hell, and it started to scare the living daylight of me.Don't tell me there's none of it on the list. None of them caught his interest. Oh, God! I did not do the research. It would have taken me ages to do it myself! I was only using the list that was still active from Rosy's last service. They're all good. Those ladies are still young, and some are much younger than me.Finally, after a minute, he
Last Updated : 2024-09-10The Billionaire's Substitute Bride 98. Crush
Saxe Hendrix. "Of course, I will pay more than you need. The deposit that my mother made, you can keep that. That's not coming from me." I am determined to make a decision based on personal interaction. It wasn't part of my plan to do this, but I had no choice. I don't want to disappoint my mother. I want to show her that I tried at least to know these girls before saying no to each one of them."Okay. But do you really need to meet the ten of them?" She blinked as if she couldn't believe it."Yes, I do. I am determined to meet all ten of them," I replied firmly, meeting her gaze.She blinked again."I mean, I can suggest the three best ones on my list. In that way, you don't have to spend so much time considering you are busy," she swallowed hard.I slightly smirked. "I don't want to decide based on what I read, Miss Rosy," I tightened my jaw, looking at her intently. "I want to see them in person. Pictures can be deceptive, Rosy. Technology can edit your face. I can't trust that.
Last Updated : 2024-09-12
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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
