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Bathroom Scare

Penulis: Sarah Gabs
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-03-16 22:21:39

Zander took another quick glance around the crowded room barely hearing whatever Ben was yapping about.

Someone asked something about a launch date and he managed a;

“Mmhmm, definitely sometime soon”

He had caught sight of her as he descended the stairs from the stage but lost her in the crowd soon after.

And now, everytime anyone wearing denim in the crowd moved, his eyes followed them until he realized she wasn't the one.

His view was suddenly blocked by a pretty face, blonde hair and a mini pink dress.

He looked up and tried to mask the disappointment with a small smile.

“Hey, Mia”

“Hello, stranger! It's been a long minute!”

He strained his eyes to look behind her without actually leaning sideways but failed.

Her eyes narrowed at him.

“Are you looking for someone? You seem distracted.”

Sighing, he turned back to her.

“Sorry Mia. I know it has been a long time. How have you been? Weren't you on the cover of Harper's Bazaar a few months ago?”

Her round eyes widened and she beamed at
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    Cassie didn't see the slap coming. She felt the force push her backwards and her face twisted in agony as she struggled to keep her balance.“You do not reply to me with questions bitch!”. The man who had just delivered the hot slap didn't even look like he had just hurt her. He had a satisfied smirk on his face. “Enough! Bring her to me!” a loud voice commanded from the other side of the room.Cassie felt strong hands grab her by her shoulders as she screamed in fear.“I am sorry! Please let me go!” She begged, tears streaming down her face as she tried but failed to resist being dragged to the huge terrifying man in front of her. “I will pay you. I promise….I will pay every penny back!” Her voice echoed through the near empty room.The huge man flung her to the hard floor and she fell to her knees clutching her bag and shivering. Frank Jobs; her biggest nightmare and the reason her father lay dead, pulled roughly on her hair and raised her to face him. “I don't like excuses very

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   The Perfect Surrogate

    She had heard about Surrogacy agencies before, after all, she worked in a hospital but this was different. “Executive surrogate?”. Her eyes quickly scanned the short flyer. They were offering a whooping 1 million dollars to surrogates. “How!?” Cassie quickly looked around to be sure nobody was nearby.She quickly pushed the flyer into her pocket and continued working. At the end of her shift, she settled in a corner of the changing room and went through the flyer again. “What are you reading?” Someone asked behind her and Cassie felt her heart skip a beat.She jumped up quickly, hiding the flyer behind her back. She looked up to realize it was Linda behind her.“It’s okay, I don't really want to see”. She looked amused. “I was just checking to see if you were doing alright. I am on my way home”. She explained.Cassie saw the genuine worry in her eyes and relaxed a bit “Thank you Linda”. The lady took it as a sign not to probe further so she nodded and turned to leave the room. “W

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   The Perfect Surrogate 2

    Linda let Cassie into her small apartment “Maybe we should talk over some warm food”. She dropped her work bag on the countertop and proceeded to wash her hands. Cassie joined her and they talked as they cooked.“Have you thought about this? Pregnancy changes your life. It is not a chapter you can easily delete from a draft” “I am just considering it” Cassie replied accepting the ladle from Linda to taste the soup.They sat on the tall tables around the counter as they talked. “Why exactly are you doing this?” Linda asked. Her grey eyes searched Cassie’s face for answers but Cassie’s eyes never left the bowl of chicken soup before her.“I need the money” she replied, providing no further information.Linda must have heard the crack in her voice as she fought back tears because she didn't ask further questions.“Whatever battle you're fighting must be worth the huge sacrifice Cassie”“Dr. Kim will see you now Ma’am….Ma’am?” Cassie was jolted back to reality. She was sitting in front

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   A Secret Will?

    She found Maya sitting on the floor sorting through a heap of sketches “Where is it? I am sure it was in this stack” She didn't even notice Cassie walk in. “I will not help you clean up this mess when you're done” she teased, relieved to see it was just her sister in the apartment.At that, Maya turned around, the shock in her eyes was quickly replaced by excitement. “Surprise!!!!” She yelled, jumping up to catch Cassie in a bear hug.Cassie laughed, fighting off the rain of kisses coming from her sister as she spoke “I wasn't expecting you sweetheart. You didn't tell me you were coming to visit” “Because you're always home Cassie. And I have good news!” Maya replied her eyes dancing with excitement. Cassie took a good long look at her and knew.She couldn't stop her smile, her first real smile in months “You got in! You got the scholarship!” She yelled and Maya spun round the room giggling “Yes! You always know!” Cassie’s heart was bursting with joy.“You have been trying to get i

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Signed and Sealed

    Cassie sighed deeply “I don't know if I can do this”. Dr. Kim raised her head and offered an encouraging smile “You don't have to go ahead with anything Cassie. Infact, you can withdraw anytime you want before any contract is signed”.But Cassie knew she couldn't just walk away. It was either this or she was back in the streets looking for a miracle to save her sister. She pushed away the fear pulling at her heart. “What is the next step Dr. Kim?” She had gone through the entire enrollment process required by the agency and was waiting to be accepted by a client but received a message from Dr. Kim for an urgent meeting.“You have met some of the requirements of a top client of the agency. But you must be willing to move forward before I can brief you on this client” Dr. Kim said.Cassie nodded, swallowing hard “I am ready”. Dr. Kim reached for a black file on her desk, opened it and handed it to her “You are single, 24 years old and have never been pregnant. Will you be willing t

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Finding a Way

    “When were you planning to tell me?” Maya asked again. The accusation in her sister's eyes was like a stab to her heart. Cassie stood and walked towards her.“Maya, it is not what you think”“Really? Did you really think I wasn't going to find out?” Cassie swallowed hard trying to find the right words to explain herself “Maya….you have your whole life ahead of you. It is my duty to….”“To shield me from the truth?” Maya asked angrily, folding her arms in front of her. “Who told you? How did you find out?” Cassie asked.“I got a note. I was at an art exhibition today and someone passed me an envelope” Maya didn't bother to wipe the tears flowing down her cheeks.Cassie sighed deeply. She was a fool to think that Frank wouldn't try to torment Maya as well. “Dad owed some really dangerous people a lot of money before he died,” she replied calmly.“How are we going to pay back the money? What are we going to do?” Maya asked, her voice breaking. This was what Cassie was trying to avoi

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   There's no Turning Back Now

    Cassie didn't realize her jaw had dropped open as the car drove into Zander’s mansion. “How does such luxury exist?” She mumbled under her breath.The car came to a stop at the entrance of the mansion and she stepped out quietly staring at the massive house in amazement.Zander's personal assistant was waiting at the entrance to receive her. He directed the maids to carry her bags and approached her with a polite smile.“Welcome, Miss Cassie. I believe you remember me. My name is Jeffrey and I will show you to your room” She followed him quietly into the mansion trying not to stare for too long at the lavish decor and expensive furniture.Jeffrey tried to give her a mini tour as they walked up the stairs. “I will be taking you to the East wing. Mr. Scott is the only member of the family living in the East wing.”As they made their way to the top of the stairs, he pointed to the west wing “That is where Miss Zoe stays and hosts her visitors. Dr. Scott; Mr. Scott's mother also stays in

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   I Am Dying Zander

    (5 YEARS AGO)Zander stood at the balcony of his bedroom, a big smile on his face and a glass of champagne in his hands. He enjoyed the feeling of the evening breeze blowing softly across his face and tossing his hair around as he looked out at the beautiful night view.It was a really good day. He had listened to Laurie, his beautiful wife and had thrown a big party to celebrate his birthday. He wasn't a fan of parties but Laurie wanted to celebrate and he couldn't say No to her.The party was a good idea. He stood replaying the beautiful memories from the event. Laurie had gotten him a limited edition, Rolex wristwatch in Gold, customized with his name on it. It was his first gift for the day and his favorite. Other gifts kept coming till the day was over and he lost count.He smiled again. He had woken up to a freshly made bowl of mixed fruits and a large breakfast on their king-sized bed and after his lovely breakfast, she had given him the wristwatch and stood by his side singing

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  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Bathroom Scare

    Zander took another quick glance around the crowded room barely hearing whatever Ben was yapping about.Someone asked something about a launch date and he managed a;“Mmhmm, definitely sometime soon”He had caught sight of her as he descended the stairs from the stage but lost her in the crowd soon after.And now, everytime anyone wearing denim in the crowd moved, his eyes followed them until he realized she wasn't the one.His view was suddenly blocked by a pretty face, blonde hair and a mini pink dress.He looked up and tried to mask the disappointment with a small smile.“Hey, Mia”“Hello, stranger! It's been a long minute!”He strained his eyes to look behind her without actually leaning sideways but failed.Her eyes narrowed at him.“Are you looking for someone? You seem distracted.”Sighing, he turned back to her.“Sorry Mia. I know it has been a long time. How have you been? Weren't you on the cover of Harper's Bazaar a few months ago?”Her round eyes widened and she beamed at

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Found You!

    “Hey Cassie! Over here” Heaving a sigh of relief, Cassie squeezed through the mini crowd of celebrities standing in tiny groups.She could see Mia standing with a couple of models she had worked with in the past. She waved at her friend and continued on the narrow path until she made it to their little table.Mia's eyes quickly scanned her from head to toe and she smiled, her eyes shining with admiration.“Girl! I don't know how you do it but you always kill a fit!”Cassie chuckled at the compliment, glancing around to say a quick hello to everyone else.“It is just denim and boots, baby girl. Grabbed something from my wardrobe and made it work”She quickly grabbed a glass of champagne from a waiter passing by and took a sip, seizing the opportunity to scan the large room.There were just too many fashion executives, top designers, billionaires and CEOs.“Is that Prince Rashid? Gosh! The guest list for this event is elite!” Liam who was standing by her other side, moved closer so th

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Stay Away From My Woman

    An hour later, she was punching in the passcode to her door and asking herself for the umpteenth time what a friendship with Cameron Scott actually meant?What the heck were you thinking, Cassie?You really have to stop letting them talk you into these things.She glanced at her phone for the third time since she got home.Maya again. She will give up at some point.She dumped the phone on her queen sized bed and peeled off her clothes, trudging slowly to the bathroom.A shower or a soak in the hot tub? Her eyes went from the shower to the bathtub time and time again.Sighing, she strolled to the bathtub and flipped the water on. She dropped in her bath bombs and a few rose petals and let her mind wander off to a handsome young man holding her hand so gently, she could barely feel his touch.Stop it Cassie. Shaking off the silly thoughts from her head, she hurried to the living room and grabbed a glass of wine.She slid into the perfect water and let the scent of vanilla and roses ove

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Can We Start Afresh?

    Cassie wrinkled her brows, staring back at Linda who had an unreadable expression on her face.After a long moment of silence, Linda turned back to her bagels and transferred them into a baking pan covered with a baking sheet.She spoke as she lifted each bagel and placed them one after the other, arranging them into straight rows.“I am surprised to hear that you still need Cameron's permission to do anything. That worries me more than anything else you have just mentioned”With a quick glance at the ceiling, Cassie sighed loudly. She sat on a nearby high stool as her legs suddenly felt wobbly beneath her.“It is not like that, Linda. It is just weird. I understand why he is angry about my meeting up with Zander and I don't want to cause more problems between them.”Linda glanced back at her with narrowed eyes“Problems? Are they fighting?”Cassie nodded, wringing her hands repeatedly “They have been fighting for a long time now and I don't want to get in the middle of all that righ

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Rising Above The Mistakes

    Dr. Brown's brows went up in surprise but she quickly recovered from her shock and smiled.“You didn't seem open to seeing someone new the last time we spoke…”“Oh no no no, that's not what I meant…” Zander quickly interrupted, sensing what she thought he meant.“Oh”“I met her a long time ago. She was the surrogate I chose for my baby”Dr. Brown narrowed her eyes but didn't reveal any emotion on her face.“Go on”He chose his next words carefully, making sure that he didn't pass any wrong messages across.“We had a terrible misunderstanding after she lost the pregnancy in an accident and we parted ways in a horrible manner…”He then proceeded to narrate the entire story leading up to when he found out that Cassie had been framed by his sister and Bella Hampton. He left nothing out. He also told her of his meet ups with Cassie and how they went.At the end of the story, Dr. Brown lifted her head from her notepad and exhaled slowly.“How do you feel about the situation right now?” she

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   I Met Someone

    “Did Maya asked you to come to my house by this time? Did she tell you about my meeting with your brother?” She asked in disbelief.She had to stop this nonsense soon enough. Maya was beginning to overstep her boundaries. “He is not my brother! Stay away from him!” Cameron spat out.Making sure that she was looking him straight in the eye, she said “You cannot order me around anymore. Do not get ahead of yourself”Before she knew what was happening, he quickly grabbed her arm tightly and forced her to look into his face.“Let me go! You are hurting me!” Cassie screamed but he squeezed her arm harder.“I do not want to see him anywhere around you ever again!” He ordered, his eyes cold and unfeeling.Fighting back the fear that surged through her, she shook off his hands forcefully and increased the distance between them.Like someone who had just been possessed by something, it looked like he had just realized what he did.He took a step forward but she backed away even further, poin

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   You Do Not Own Me

    Her soft round eyes met his across the bucket of chicken and it felt like time froze in that moment.“Why?” She asked softly, breaking the silence.He considered his answer very carefully, knowing that it could ruin the moment if he was careless about it.“Because, I think you might be the light I have struggled to find for so long”He held her gaze, hoping that his eyes told her the many things he couldn't put into words.She didn't look away or pull her hand away and he considered it a good sign.She opened her mouth to respond just as the doorbell rang, shattering the moment and forcing him to let go of her soft hands.“I am not going expecting anyone. Who could it be at this time?” She muttered as she got on her feet and headed towards the door.He heard her gasp softly and rose to his feet, wiping his hands on the paper towel. Then came Cameron's voice.Cameron - “Hey babe. I was just in the area and I wanted to check on you”.Cassie - Sounding irritated and whispering harshly “Y

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Easy To Like

    (7PM DINNER TIME)Zander took one last look at his shoes and exhaled sharply before pressing her doorbell.He couldn't help the anxious pounding in his chest as he waited for her to open the door.He heard some movement behind the door and soon after, he was staring at her face to face.“Hey, you made it”She sounded disappointed for a moment. Did she expect him to turn down the invitation?“Yeah….” He trailed off, feeling the awkward tension between them go up several degrees.He chose to wear a shirt and suit pants without the jacket and tie for thirty dinner but from her dressing, she was going for a more casual look.Her hair fell in loose curls, framing her face beautifully and she wore a strapless floral dress that hit the floor in graceful waves.Tearing his eyes away from her smooth skin, he cleared his throat.“Can I come in?”She opened the door wider with a nervous smile, giving way for him to enter the room.“Sure”His eyes fell on someone standing with her hands crossed i

  • Two Billionaire Brothers! and A Surrogate   Dinner At My Place

    (SEVERAL HOURS EARLIER)Cassie smiled at the pizza delivery guy who had just brought in her order, signed and carried the large box into her house.She had ordered the pizza on her way home, eager to just relax and spend some time alone.Ever since her modelling career kicked off, it has become increasingly difficult to get any quiet time for herself.On her way to the living room where she had a movie waiting, she grabbed a bottle of wine.“It is ME time!” She took one look at the sofa and another look on the floor, then settled for the comfort of her sofa.Making herself comfortable on the sofa, she opened the box and poured herself a glass of wine. Few minutes into her movie, the doorbell rang and she turned to the door in frustration.Who is it again? I am not expecting anyone this evening. The doorbell rang again and again in quick succession until she was forced to get up and get the door.She looked through the monitor and rolled her eyes, then opened the door to let Maya in

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