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Chapter 114 : The Stress Test
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The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 115 : Sofia’s Health Scare
The day had started like any other. The sun beamed softly through the bedroom window, casting a warm glow over the room as Sophia slowly awoke. Fabio was already up, busy tending to Luca in the nursery, and the smell of fresh coffee wafted through the house. Everything seemed peaceful, as it had been for the past few months. But today would turn out to be far from ordinary.Sophia had been feeling unwell for the past few days—just a dull ache in her lower abdomen and a bit of fatigue that she chalked up to the pressures of motherhood and her pregnancy. She was juggling her career, Luca, and the responsibilities that came with being the partner of a man still working to keep his business afloat. Despite the challenges, she had convinced herself that the slight discomfort was nothing to worry about. After all, she was a second-time mother and knew the ins and outs of pregnancy.But something felt off today. As she got out of bed and walked toward the kitchen, a sharp pain shot through h
The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 116 : Closer than Ever
The weeks following Sophia’s health scare were both a period of recovery and reflection. In the quiet moments at home, without the whirlwind of work, social commitments, and daily responsibilities, life began to slow down. For the first time in years, Fabio and Sophia had the chance to truly focus on each other and their growing family. The health scare had shaken them, forcing them to confront their fears and reassess what mattered most. But through the adversity, something unexpected happened—they began to draw closer, learning to appreciate each other in ways they hadn't before.Sophia sat in the living room, the soft hum of Luca’s toys filling the background as he played near her feet. She was propped up with pillows, her legs stretched out on the couch, and a cup of tea in her hands. Fabio had insisted on making her favorite herbal blend every afternoon since her return from the hospital, a small gesture, but one that made her feel cared for.As she sipped the warm liquid, she gl
The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 117 : Rekindled Romance
The decision to take a weekend getaway had been Fabio’s idea. After months of focusing on their growing family and Sophia’s recovery from the health scare, Fabio had felt a deep yearning to reconnect with his wife in a way that went beyond their day-to-day responsibilities. He knew they needed time away—just the two of them—where they could leave behind the worries of parenthood, the stresses of business, and the lingering fears of the past. A weekend to remind themselves of who they were as a couple, not just as parents.Sophia had agreed almost immediately, her excitement barely contained. The thought of being alone with Fabio, away from the noise and busyness of their lives, stirred something in her she hadn’t realized she’d missed. She loved being a mother, adored Luca and the life they had built together, but there was a part of her that craved time with Fabio—the man she had fallen in love with, the man who had once swept her off her feet with his charm, passion, and intensity.A
The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 118 : Deep Conversations
The glow of the bedside lamp cast a soft, warm light over the room as Sophia and Fabio lay in bed, their bodies comfortably entwined under the covers. Luca had been asleep for hours, and for once, the house was silent, offering a rare moment of tranquility in their otherwise hectic lives. It was the kind of night that begged for reflection, where the usual distractions melted away, leaving space for the kind of conversations they often didn’t have time for.Sophia rested her head on Fabio’s chest, feeling the steady rise and fall of his breathing. She traced gentle patterns with her fingers across his skin, savoring the quiet connection they shared. They had grown closer over the past few weeks—reconnecting during their weekend getaway had reignited something in their relationship that had been quietly fading under the weight of parenthood and responsibilities. Tonight, they were at peace, and it felt like the perfect moment to talk about things that had been lingering in the back of
The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 119 : Family Dynamics
The morning sunlight streamed through the wide windows of their home, casting a golden glow on the breakfast table where Fabio sat with his son Luca on his lap, and Sophia busy preparing a simple breakfast. It was one of those rare peaceful mornings where everything seemed just right, at least on the surface. Luca giggled, reaching for the spoon in Fabio’s hand, eager to play with it. Fabio smiled, amused by his son’s tiny grasping fingers. As he tried to feed Luca mashed bananas, the boy pushed the spoon away, laughing with glee. "Looks like he’s not in the mood for bananas today," Fabio chuckled, glancing up at Sophia.Sophia smiled back, wiping her hands on a dish towel. "He’s probably already full from the milk. Give him a few minutes, and he’ll be begging for it again."Fabio nodded, though there was a subtle unease in his chest. As much as he cherished these moments with Luca and Sophia, there was a lingering tension in the air, one that had been quietly building for the past f
The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 120 : A New Rival
The crisp morning air was still, broken only by the sound of birds chirping in the distance. Inside the kitchen, Sophia stirred a pot of oatmeal while Luca sat at the table, babbling as he played with his toy cars. Fabio was uncharacteristically quiet this morning, his face tense and focused as he sipped his coffee, staring off into space.Sophia noticed his distracted state, her brow furrowing with concern. Over the past few days, something had shifted in Fabio. He had been coming home later, his phone constantly buzzing with messages and calls, and there was a certain restlessness in the air between them."Is everything okay?" Sophia asked gently, leaning against the counter as she stirred the oatmeal. "You’ve been distant lately."Fabio blinked, as if coming out of a daze. He set down his coffee mug and ran a hand through his hair, a sigh escaping his lips. "Yeah, everything’s fine. Just... work stuff."Sophia arched an eyebrow. She had heard that phrase before, and it never meant
The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 121 : Sophia’s Choice
The sun had barely risen when Sophia received the email. She sat in the kitchen, sipping her morning tea, as Luca babbled happily in his high chair. Fabio had already left for an early meeting, and the house was quiet except for the soft hum of the dishwasher. When the notification pinged on her phone, she glanced at it casually, expecting it to be another mundane work update. But as her eyes skimmed the subject line, her heart skipped a beat.Sophia stared at the screen, her fingers trembling slightly. The email was from Vanessa, her former boss at the design firm where she had worked before stepping away to focus on her family. Sophia had always been passionate about design, and the job offer was not just any position—it was the kind of opportunity that rarely came along, a chance to lead an international team at a prestigious design firm based in Paris.For a moment, excitement surged through her veins. She could already imagine herself walking down the cobblestone streets of Paris
The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 122 : Tough Decisions
The early morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the room. Sophia lay awake, staring at the ceiling. Next to her, Fabio was still fast asleep, his breathing steady and calm. But inside her, there was no peace. The job offer in Paris weighed heavily on her mind, and every day that passed without a decision felt like a knot tightening in her chest. She felt trapped between two worlds: the life she had with her family and the life she could have in Paris. But she knew that soon, she would have to make a choice, and whatever she decided would change everything.She slipped out of bed quietly, not wanting to wake Fabio, and made her way downstairs. The house was silent, save for the faint ticking of the clock in the kitchen. Luca would be awake soon, and the day would begin as it always did—making breakfast, getting him ready, and then spending the rest of the day navigating the balancing act of motherhood and everything else.Sophia poured herself a cup of c
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The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 142 : Sophia’s Courage
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The Billonaires’s marital crisis Chapter 141 : The Final Confrontation
Fabio sat alone in his office, the darkness broken only by the glow of the desk lamp casting a soft, warm light over the polished mahogany. Papers lay scattered around him—blueprints, financial statements, notes scrawled hastily in his own hand from long nights of planning. He ran a hand through his hair, feeling the weight of all that had come before and everything that lay ahead.It was a confrontation he’d hoped to avoid but knew was inevitable. His rival had pushed him to this point, and tonight, he’d have to make his final stand, once and for all. The stakes were no longer about the business alone; they had blurred into the very fabric of his family, his love for Sophia, and the future he wanted for their children. The rival had crossed a line, and it was clear to Fabio that if he didn’t end it here, they’d never truly be free.As Fabio sat there, gathering his thoughts, Sophia walked quietly into the room. She could read the tension on his face, his posture—so familiar to her af
