Semua Bab The Bastard Billionaire (English Version): Bab 11 - Bab 20

Aira's Point of View I was surprised when he texted and asked to meet. "Why did you want to talk here?" I asked him. "To have some privacy," he replied simply. "Maybe the bar isn't quiet enough," I retorted sarcastically. "You're still grumpy," he observed. I just looked at him and took a seat across from him. I poured myself a glass of wine. "I thought you didn't care," he remarked. I didn't answer, just sipped the wine I poured. "So, you're wealthy?" he asked again. "What now? Is that a reason to leave me?" I challenged boldly. I felt emboldened enough to confront him after a few sips of wine. "Why didn't you tell me? Do I not really know you, or were you just pretending all along?" he asked sharply. He avoided my question. "Why did you pretend to be poor just to get into my boutique?" I shot back. "Who said I'm rich?" he replied, raising an eyebrow. Why were we arguing like this? Why did every question we ask each other lead to another question? Did we meet just to

Aira's Point of View "Why did you call us?" I asked Dad. "Your brother called you, not me," Dad replied. I sat at the table and noticed my brother coming down from the top of the mansion. "What's going on?" Ken asked. "Oh, Aira, you're here. I'm getting married," Jan announced. We were all surprised by my brother's news, except Mom and Dad. "Dad, did you know about this?" Meire asked. "And Mom?" Ken followed up. Dad just smiled, Ken clapped his hands in excitement, and Meire congratulated her brother. "Congratulations, Jan," she said. "Congratulations, bro," Ken chimed in. "Congratulations, brother," Meire added. "Congrats, bro," I simply greeted him. "It's early congrats, but thank you. That's why I called you all; I'm about to propose, and while it's not a sure thing, I want you all there, and I'll throw an engagement party afterward," Jan explained enthusiastically. "What if she says no? Your party would be a waste," Meire pointed out. "I have a strong feeling she'l

Aira's Point of View As expected, following my brother's request, we all remained at the mansion. Even when they left early, they returned just before dinner. I work from home, handling paperwork that needs review and signing. The store is monitored by CCTV, and we have a security guard. I hired a CCTV operator for added security. My business is expanding, so I need more employees. "Ms. Aira, lunch is ready downstairs. Your mom is already there," our companion knocked on the door. "Okay, I'll be there in a minute," I replied. I went down to the dining area, where Mom was indeed present. I adjusted my seat and started eating. "No one called me for lunch. Why?" Meriam challenged. "We don't—" "Just eat here. They don't acknowledge your presence anyway," Mom cut in. "Tsk," Meriam scolded, rolling his eyes. "How's your business, Aira? It seems like you're not working anymore, just cooped up in your room," Mom asked. "I work from home, Mom. I manage our sales and stocks. Sales ar

Aira's Point of View My eyes have been rolling for a while as he talks endlessly about the things he did. "Maybe you have special training? You speak well," I cut him off. "You are the girl I know; you are ugly," he said to me. My eyes rolled again. "What's the reason why you have to pretend? Are you really an expert in pretending?" I asked him. I crossed my arms when I saw that he was about to speak. "I didn't know what to do to meet you. I also begged Raven, but even she refused me," he began. "You've been saying that for a while, and that's not what I want to hear," I said, raising my eyebrows. "Yes, Meriam likes me. From the first meeting, it was obvious that she had an agenda." --- **FLASHBACK** The first gathering was a big event with the country's top businessmen. While we were at our assigned table, various businessmen approached. Daddy accompanied Cheska to the restroom because he was worried she might get lost or encounter someone and become clumsy. Cheska was w

Aira's Point of View Raven and I went out and went to the bar we own. We used to like to sit and just listen to the noise of the environment, but now I wanted to get drunk. I wanted to try to get drunk and forget everything that ran through my mind. Raven brought a woman with her, and she was now with us at the table. That's exactly what Raven is like—not a big girl; of course, she's beautiful and white, but most of all, she's naughty. They kept flirting in front of me, which annoyed me even more. They knew I was broken, and then they flaunted their affection in front of me. I just drank until I finished one bottle and asked the waiter for another. The two didn't stop me because they were busy with each other. They just needed to undress in front of me because they were practically holding each other. I must have had four bottles of wine when I heard some good music, so I went to the dance floor to dance. I danced along with other people who were dancing, some with their partners