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106. Pride and Fear
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The Substitute Billionaire Wife 107. Every Where
Lilian sat on the couch, her face a mask of worry. She couldn’t stop thinking about Katie and Andrew. The way they had reacted to each other at the dinner last night had been unsettling, to say the least. Sebastian walked in and saw her, he immediately sensed her distress. "What's the problem?" he asked, sitting down beside her. Lilian sighed deeply, her eyes filled with concern. "I'm scared, Sebastian. I’m scared that Katie might end up like us. Did you see the way they reacted to each other on the first day of meeting? It’s obvious that Katie doesn’t like Andrew, and he doesn’t like her either." Sebastian sighed as well, knowing this conversation was inevitable. "The contract is already signed, Lilian. If we call it off now, we’ll lose up to $10 billion. That will bring the company to its knees. Mr. Turner is certain this contract will double our benefits if it lasts long. They're both in highschool so they're likely to see each other and interact." Lilian’s face tightened wi
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 108. Problem with Quarterback guys
Katie and Blake sat on a bench in the park, the gentle breeze rustling the leaves around them. Blake had been venting his frustration about Andrew for the past few minutes. "I don't get why Andrew keeps coming after you," Blake said, shaking his head. "What's his business with you anyway?" Katie sighed, feeling the weight of Blake's question. "I don't know why he's doing this. If he hates me so much, he should just stay away from me." Before Katie could offer another word, Blake took her hand in his. "I'm sorry, Katie, but I have to do this," he said, his voice trembling slightly. Katie's eyes widened. "Do what? Blake, what are you talking about? Is what Andrew said true?" Instead of answering, Blake took off his shirt, revealing his chiseled abs. He grabbed Katie's hand and placed it on his stomach. "Feel it," he said, his voice low and insistent. Katie was shocked. She pulled her hand back as if she had touched fire and stood up abruptly. "What are you doing, Blake?" she deman
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 109. Business Contract
Katie was still thinking about her day with Andrew as she walked home from school, feeling a strange mix of emotions. When she entered the house, she heard voices coming from the living room. Curious, she tiptoed closer and recognized the voices of Mr. and Mrs. Turner, along with her parents, Lillian and Sebastian. She paused by the door, listening intently. "Andrew and Katie need to spend more time together to solidify the bond of the contract," Mrs. Turner was saying. "It's essential for the partnership." Lillian’s voice was firm. "We can't rush them. Katie is focused on her studies and not interested in relationships right now. We should respect that and let things develop naturally."Sebastian interjected, trying to calm the tension. "Lillian, let's consider their perspective. If Andrew and Katie start spending more time together, it might help our family's business. But we shouldn't force anything."Mrs. Turner continued, "We're not asking for an arranged marriage. Just that th
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 110. Hockey match
The game was about to start, and Katie and the cheerleading squad rushed to the sidelines to cheer for their team. The energy in the arena was electric, the crowd buzzing with excitement as the hockey players took to the ice. Andrew, the team captain, led his teammates out, ready for the game. Katie, waving her pom-poms and shouting cheers, felt a rush of adrenaline. She spotted Andrew among the players, and for a moment, their eyes met. Andrew’s stare was intense, and Katie’s heart skipped a beat.Mandy, the cheerleading squad leader, noticed Andrew's gaze and felt a pang of jealousy. Her mind started to race with thoughts of maintaining her position and keeping Andrew's attention. She turned to Chloe, the girl who usually took the top role in their cheer routines, and made a quick decision. "Chloe, back off. Katie, you're doing the top role today."Katie’s eyes widened in shock. "Mandy, I don’t know how to do it. I’ve never done that before."Mandy’s expression hardened. "Do you wan
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 111. What about me?
Mandy sat in the cheerleading gymnasium, her anger simmering just beneath the surface. She was flanked by her two best friends, Martha and Lola. Martha, sitting cross-legged on the floor opposite Mandy, was equally furious. "We were all so happy until Katie showed up," Martha vented. "What are we going to do about her?" Lola, lounging on a nearby bench, offered a suggestion with a sly grin. "We could plot something really bad against her." Mandy immediately snapped, her patience wearing thin. "Shut up, both of you. I'm trying to think and all you're doing is making noise." Martha quickly apologized, nervously rubbing her hands together. She reached out and began to smooth Mandy's hair, trying to calm her. Just then, they saw Andrew storm into the gymnasium, his expression thunderous. He was clearly looking for Mandy, and when he spotted her sitting with her friends, he strode over, his anger palpable. "Mandy," he called out, his voice low and dangerous. "I need to talk to you.
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 112. Something about you
Katie lay on her bed, scrolling through her phone when Lilian knocked and entered the room. "Katie, get up. We're going to the beach with the Turner family." Katie groaned, burying her face in her pillow. "I don’t want to go. I hate the beach, especially if I have to see Andrew." Lilian sat on the edge of the bed, gently rubbing Katie's back. "I understand how you feel. But you don’t have to talk to him. You can build sandcastles with Kat and Tristan or meet other girls like you."Katie turned her head slightly, peeking at her mother. "Please, Mom, I really don’t want to go." Lilian sighed but then smiled softly. "What if I promise we’ll go shopping afterward if you come along?" Katie’s resistance wavered. "Shopping? Fine, I’ll go. But you owe me, big time."Soon, the family arrived at the beach. Katie, dressed in a pink and black bikini, spread a cloth on the sand and opened her novel, hoping to avoid any interaction. The Turner family arrived a bit later, and everyone exchanged
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 113. Invitation
Katie sat at her desk, surrounded by textbooks and notes, trying to focus on her homework. Her phone buzzed, and she glanced at the screen to see a text from Nora.“Hey, Katie! There’s this super exclusive party on Friday night. You have to come with me!” Nora’s message read.Katie groaned. The last thing she wanted to do was go to a party, especially with all the drama that had been going on lately. She typed back, “I don’t know, Nora. I’ve got a ton of homework to do.”A few seconds later, her phone buzzed again. “Come on, Katie! It’ll be fun! Plus, you need a break. You can’t study all the time.”Katie sighed, rubbing her temples. “I really don’t feel like it. Maybe another time.”Nora wouldn’t take no for an answer. “Please, Katie! You can’t let school take over your life. Besides, it’s at the Larkins’ mansion. You can’t miss this one. Pretty please?”Katie hesitated, knowing that Nora wouldn’t give up until she agreed. She sighed deeply before typing, “Fine, I’ll go. But only be
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 114. PArty
Katie finally managed to slip away from the dance floor, needing a break and some fresh air. She stepped out onto the balcony, breathing in the cool night air. The view of the city lights was breathtaking, and she felt a moment of peace.“So, you're here,” a familiar voice called out.She turned to see Andrew standing there, looking concerned. “What are you doing here?” she frowned and rolled her eyes in disgust.“I could ask you the same thing,” Andrew shot back, leaning against the balcony railing.Katie folded her arms, her irritation clear. “I came here to get away from people like you.”Andrew’s expression hardened. “People like me? What’s that supposed to mean?”“You know exactly what it means,” Katie snapped. “Arrogant, entitled, thinking you can control everything and everyone around you.”Andrew stepped closer, his voice low. “You don’t know anything about me, Katie. You think you have me all figured out, but you don’t.”Katie glared at him. “Oh, I think I know enough. You’r
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The Substitute Billionaire Wife 132. Run into you
Katie sat at the cafeteria table, a tray of untouched food in front of her, as she excitedly recounted the details of her date with Andrew to Nora. "And then, at the end of the night, he asked me to be his girlfriend," Katie said, her cheeks flushing with happiness. Nora’s jaw dropped. “You’re kidding me!” she exclaimed, shaking her head in disbelief. “Andrew? The Andrew who’s been teasing you all this time?” Katie nodded, her eyes sparkling. “I know it sounds crazy, but he was really sweet. He told me he’s been thinking about me a lot.” Nora still looked skeptical. “I don’t know, Katie. Are you sure about this? He’s always been kind of a jerk.” Katie opened her mouth to respond, but before she could say anything, Andrew appeared beside their table. He slid into the seat next to Katie, casually draping his arm around the back of her chair. “Hey, ladies,” he said, giving them a charming smile. Nora’s eyes widened, and she glanced between Katie and Andrew, still trying to process w
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 131. Something called love
As the night wore on, Andrew and Katie drove back to her house in a serene, comfortable silence. The moonlight bathed the streets in a soft glow, and the only sounds were the gentle hum of the car and their intertwined thoughts about the evening.When they pulled up in front of Katie’s house, Andrew turned off the engine and looked at her with a seriousness that made her heart skip a beat.“Katie,” he began, his voice steady but filled with emotion, “I know what I want, and what I want is you. I don’t want to play any games or pretend anymore. Will you be my girlfriend?”Katie felt her heart swell with emotion. The words she had longed to hear were finally spoken. She looked into his eyes, seeing sincerity and vulnerability. “Yes, Andrew,” she said softly, a radiant smile spreading across her face. “I’d love to be your girlfriend.”Andrew’s face lit up with happiness, and he leaned in, capturing her lips in a tender, heartfelt kiss. It was a kiss full of promise and new beginnings, an
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 130. Date night
Katie stood in front of her mirror, smoothing out the creases in her red shoulder-length dress. The fabric shimmered slightly under the soft light of her bedroom, and she couldn’t help but smile at her reflection. Her hair straightened to perfection, cascaded down her back. She added a touch of mascara and lip gloss, then stepped back to admire her handiwork. Satisfied, she grabbed her small clutch and took a deep breath. As she descended the stairs, she saw Lillian in the kitchen, feeding Kat. Lillian glanced up and her eyes widened with surprise. “Wow, Katie, you look stunning! Where are you off to?” Katie paused, feeling a bit nervous. “I’m going out with Andrew. He asked me on a date.” Lillian’s surprise deepened. “Andrew? When did you start hanging out with him?” Katie shrugged, trying to play it cool. “We’ve been talking more lately. He’s not as bad as I thought.” Lillian raised an eyebrow but smiled. “Well, have fun. Just be careful, okay? Don't forget to come back on time
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 129. Trouble
Mandy stormed down the hallway, her anger bubbling just beneath the surface. One of her loyal minions, Jessica, had just informed her that Andrew and Katie were seen together in the school café. Mandy bit her lower lip, the taste of betrayal sharp on her tongue as she hurried toward the café.In the school café, Katie and Andrew were deep in conversation, oblivious to the storm approaching. They laughed and shared stories, the bond between them growing stronger with each passing moment. Andrew reached out to tuck a stray lock of Katie's hair behind her ear, a tender gesture that did not go unnoticed by the few students lingering nearby.Mandy burst through the doors of the café, her eyes immediately locking onto the couple. "Andrew!" she shouted, her voice echoing through the room. The café fell silent as all eyes turned to her. "I can't believe you're hanging out with a girl like her."Andrew looked up, his expression hardening. "Mandy, so what's wrong with that?" he asked, trying to
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 128. Friendship
As Andrew and Katie sat side by side on the front steps, the evening air cool and crisp, they found themselves talking more openly than they ever had before. The tension that had filled the dinner conversation began to dissipate, replaced by a tentative curiosity about each other.Andrew turned to Katie, his expression earnest. "You know, Katie, apart from the contract, I don’t see it as such a bad thing, getting married to someone like you. You’re cute, smart, and pretty amazing."Katie laughed, a light sound that eased the remaining tension between them. "You think I’m cute? Really? Coming from the guy who’s been mean to me since day one?"Andrew shrugged, a sheepish smile on his face. "I know I’ve been a jerk, and I’m sorry about that. The truth is, I liked you from the start, but I didn’t want to show it. You’re different from the other girls I’ve met, and I didn’t know how to handle it. So, I ended up acting like an idiot."Katie’s smile softened. "I thought you hated me. The fir
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 127. Dinner Chaos
Sebastian and Lillian sat in the Turner’s opulent living room, the tension palpable as they broached the sensitive subject. Mr. Turner, a tall man with a stern face, leaned back in his chair, while Mrs. Turner, a refined woman with a composed demeanor, sat beside him, her hands folded neatly in her lap.Sebastian took a deep breath, glancing at Lillian for support. "We need to discuss the business contract between Katie and Andrew," he began. "Katie found out about it from Andrew, and she's not taking it well. She won't talk to us, and we need to figure out a way to handle this situation. Is there any possibility of terminating the contract?"Mr. Turner sighed deeply, his expression unyielding. "The contract is still fresh. Terminating it would mean losing twice the profit according to the agreement. Our companies would suffer significant losses. I understand your concern, but this contract is binding."Lillian's eyes were pleading as she leaned forward. "But Katie is against it, we t
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 126. Within the halls
Nora jogged to catch up with Katie, who was walking briskly down the hallway, her face flushed with frustration. "Katie, wait up!" Nora called, finally reaching her. "Hey, about Andrew standing up for you... I think it's kinda sweet."Katie's eyes flashed with annoyance. "What's the point, Nora? I just want to be left alone." She quickened her pace, trying to escape the conversation.As Katie continued down the hall, she couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. People were staring at her, more than usual. She had always managed to fly under the radar, blending into the background. But today, it felt like she was under a spotlight.She passed two girls standing by their lockers, who whispered something to each other and then shot her angry glares. Katie frowned, her heart beginning to pound with anxiety. When she finally reached her locker, the reason for the stares became painfully clear.A note was taped to her locker, written in bold, mocking letters: **"She's married to A
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 125. Fucking Shit
Sebastian walked through the front door, his mind preoccupied with the usual work stress, but his heart heavy with worry about Katie. The second he entered, Lillian met him in the hallway, her face etched with concern."Honey, we seriously need to talk," she began, her voice barely concealing the anxiety, "Katie found out about the contract. Andrew told her everything."Sebastian's face fell. "What? How did he find out?"Lillian shook her head. "I don't know, but Katie won't talk to me. She didn't eat breakfast, and she refused to let me take her to school this morning. I knew something like this would happen. This is exactly why I was against that business contract."Sebastian sighed deeply, rubbing his temples. "I'll talk to her. We'll fix this."He walked upstairs, each step feeling heavier than the last. When he reached Katie's bedroom door, he knocked softly. "Katie, it's Dad. Can we talk?"There was no response. He knocked again, a little louder. Finally, the door opened a crack
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 124. Uncovered Secret
Katie finished tucking Kat and Tristan into their beds, giving each a kiss on the forehead before softly closing their doors. She headed to her own room, looking forward to some peace and quiet. As she flicked on the light, she froze in shock. Andrew was sitting on her bed, casually flipping through one of her novels."What the hell are you doing here?" she hissed, quickly closing the door behind her to avoid waking her siblings or alerting her parents. "You need to leave before my parents see you."Andrew looked up, an amused smirk playing on his lips. "Nice to see you too, Katie," he said, leaning back against her pillows as if he belonged there.Katie stormed over, snatching the book from his hands. "Don't touch my stuff," she snapped.Andrew laughed, making himself more comfortable. "Relax, Katie. I came here to see you, I couldn't sleep. I keep thinking about you and the fact that you'll soon be my wife."Katie’s eyes widened in disbelief before she let out a sarcastic laugh. "Yo
