LOGINShare
86. The pain
Last Updated:
2024-10-29 19:42:56Related chapters
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 87. The Mall
Lillian and Katherine strolled out of the mall, their arms linked, their laughter echoing through the parking lot. The sun was setting, casting a warm, golden glow over the scene. They had spent the day shopping, a much-needed break from the tension and drama that had consumed their lives recently."Remember last summer in NYC?" Katherine said, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "When I tried to impress that guy by pretending I was a local and then got hopelessly lost on the subway?"Lillian laughed, shaking her head. "I still can't believe you did that. And then you ended up at Coney Island instead of Central Park."They both erupted into fits of giggles, leaning on each other for support as the driver loaded their shopping bags into the trunk of the car."At least we got to ride the Cyclone," Katherine said, wiping a tear of laughter from her eye. "And those hot dogs...they were worth it.""Totally worth it," Lillian agreed, still chuckling. "We should plan another trip soon, maybe o
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 88. Tamed
Katherine drove to David's house, her thoughts racing. It had been months since she'd seen him at the Annual Business Party, and his sudden absence weighed heavily on her mind. She pulled into the driveway and knocked on the door, but there was no response. She tried his studio next, hoping he might be absorbed in his work, but again, she was met with silence.A sense of dread settled in her stomach as she knocked on his neighbors' doors. "Excuse me," she asked a kindly older woman who opened her door. "Have you seen David recently?"The woman frowned, shaking her head. "It's been months, dear. I thought he might have gone on a trip or something."Katherine thanked her and moved on to the next house, but the story was the same everywhere. No one had seen David for months. Her mind immediately went to the worst-case scenario, wondering if Mrs. Rojas had something to do with his disappearance.Feeling anxious and powerless, Katherine returned home. She found Lillian in the living room,
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 89. Threatened again
The news that Katherine had taken her position in the business entity and that the Alfred family would now be heading the contract hit Mrs. Rojas like a freight train. Her face turned crimson with rage as she read the email on her computer screen. She could feel the walls of her office closing in on her, suffocating her with the weight of her failure. With a primal scream, she smashed her fist against the mahogany desk, the sound echoing through the room. The pain in her hand was a distant, secondary sensation compared to the burning fury in her chest. She had been bested by Katherine, a woman she had underestimated from the start. A knock on the door snapped her back to reality. She quickly composed herself, wiping the tears of frustration from her eyes. “Come in,” she barked, her voice barely under control. The door opened to reveal Mrs. Delaney, the chairwoman of the board. Her sharp eyes took in the disarray of the office and the obvious distress on Mrs. Rojas’s face. “What
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 90. Cum Closer
Mrs Rojas paced the length of the living room, her anger bubbling beneath a composed exterior. The news of Katherine Alfred taking her position on the board was a devastating blow, and the fact that she's loosing to the girl she said was weak made things worst for her, she not only lost her husband but she also lost her son and she was left with no one to support her. She decided to confront her husband, about it with the thought that he would support her. She stormed into Carlos's study, her eyes blazing with fury. He was seated at his desk, reading through a stack of papers. “Carlos, we need to talk,” she announced, her voice clipped and tense. Carlos looked up, his expression calm but weary. “What is it now, Maureen?” Maureen walked to the desk and slammed her hands down on it, leaning forward. “Did you know that Katherine Alfred has taken my position on the board? The Alfred family is pushing us into a corner. You need to terminate the business contract you have with them.” C
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 91. Missing
Lillian stepped out of the hair salon with Mariah, her new assistant, feeling refreshed. The sun was bright, and the air was filled with the sounds of a bustling city. Just as she was about to suggest a lunch spot to Mariah, her phone rang. It was Katherine, her voice frantic and filled with terror."Katie's missing!" Katherine wailed. "Lillian, I don't know what to do. She's been kidnapped!"Lillian's heart stopped. "What do you mean, she's gone? Where did you last see her?""I turned around for just a second at the park, and when I looked back, she was gone. Lillian, I think it's Mrs. Rojas. Who else could it be?"Lillian's blood ran cold. "Stay where you are. I'm coming to the police station. We’ll figure this out together."They rushed to the police station, the drive filled with a tense, fearful silence. Katherine was already there, speaking frantically to an officer. Her face was pale, eyes wide with fear."She has to be behind this," Katherine was saying. "Mrs. Rojas is the onl
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 92. Hidden Attempt
Mr. Alfred rushed through the front doors of the mansion, his face pale and etched with worry. He had just received the news about Katie’s disappearance, and his heart ached at the thought of his granddaughter in danger. He saw Katherine sitting numbly on the couch, her eyes red and swollen from crying. Without a second thought, he hurried over to her and knelt down beside her.“Katherine, my dear,” he said softly, taking her hands in his. “Do we have any leads? Anything at all about Katie’s disappearance?”Katherine shook her head, fresh tears welling up in her eyes. “No, Dad. We don’t have any solid leads yet. But I suspect Mrs. Rojas is behind this. She’s always had it out for us, and I just know she’s capable of something like this.”Mr. Alfred’s face hardened at the mention of Mrs. Rojas. He had hoped that the turmoil between their families was behind them, but it seemed the feud was far from over. “That woman has caused us enough pain,” he muttered, his voice filled with frustra
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 93. The Trap
As Sebastian heard the suggestions from the others, he shook his head firmly. "No," he said, his voice resolute. "Marco, Pablo, the cops, and I will go. The rest of you stay back. We'll update you once we have Katie." Katherine, eyes wide with fear and determination, immediately protested. "Sebastian, it's too risky! I need to be there. She's my daughter." Mr. Alfred gently placed a hand on her shoulder. "Katherine, I understand how you feel, but we need to trust Sebastian. He's right. This isn't just about you—it's about Katie's safety." Lillian nodded in agreement. "We need to be smart about this. Let Sebastian handle it. We have to believe in him." Reluctantly, Katherine nodded, though worry still clouded her eyes. "Fine," she said softly. "But promise me you'll bring her back safe, Sebastian." Sebastian met her gaze, his expression unwavering. "I promise." As they approached the old warehouse, Sebastian felt a knot tighten in his stomach. The building stood ominously ag
The Substitute Billionaire Wife 94. Back home
Sebastian arrived back at the Alfred mansion with a heavy heart. The tension and worry etched on his face were evident as he stepped inside. Katherine, sitting numbly on the couch, looked up with hope in her eyes. Lillian and Mr. Alfred stood nearby, waiting anxiously.Sebastian took a deep breath before speaking. "The warehouse was a setup. We didn't find Katie. My mother... she's behind all this, but the cops already took her and they are taking her to the station for questioning."Katherine's face crumpled, and she burst into tears. "Oh my God, Sebastian! What if she hurts Katie? What if something terrible happens to her?" Her voice cracked, and she buried her face in her hands, sobbing uncontrollably. "Everything was good and then all of a sudden, things just fall apart and your mom is being vicious."Sebastian moved closer and took her hands gently. "Katherine, look at me," he said softly. "My mother is ruthless, but she won't hurt Katie. She wants leverage, not blood. I promise
Latest chapter
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
