All Chapters of Billionaire Daddy's Little Artist: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

*Lily*Today is the day. I still couldn't believe I was going to Paris. I've pinched myself a hundred times to ensure I'm not dreaming. I was still uneasy about not packing more clothes, but William was adamant about taking me on a shopping spree once we arrived in the city. He wanted me to have a new wardrobe to celebrate this new chapter in my life, and I couldn't agree more. As I meticulously packed my suitcase, I couldn't help but daydream about the perfect signature look that would make a statement. Initially, I considered an elegant and timeless style, but my recent artistic endeavors have inspired a more daring and edgy aesthetic. In my mind's eye, I saw myself confidently strutting down the streets of Paris, adorned in a pair of stunning Gucci sunglasses featuring intricate black and pink hearts and exquisite crystals. The sunglasses perfectly complement my dazzling tassel diamond mini dress and iconic Red Bottoms. My ultimate goal was to turn heads and leave a lasting imp

*Lily*The tension between William and me was becoming heated, and I could sense that we were headed for an argument. "William, you planned a full evening of events for us, and now you can't make any of them?" "I'm sorry, Lily. It breaks my heart that I can't go with you right now, but I’ve got to deal with this stuff at work. It can’t wait… I promise I’ll make it up to you." I could tell William was disappointed, but it didn't completely remove my frustration. "Fine. I'll explore a few smaller museums alone while you attend to your work commitments." I proceeded to grab my pocketbook and leave the hotel. "Lily, you can't go out there roaming the streets of Paris without anyone to protect you." He gently grabbed my arm, attempting to prevent me from leaving. "I will be fine, William. I saw a few art galleries on the way in and can walk to them. I'm not going to stay in this hotel all day when we’re in Paris and there’s a whole city waiting to be explored." I close

*Lily*"William, sweetie, did you hear me?" "Huh? Sorry, what did you say?" he looked at me, surprised. "I said, what do you think about checking out a few museums after my interview tomorrow?" William appeared to be preoccupied the whole night. He seemed lost in a daze. Am I boring him? I bet it's Eva; she's probably up to her old antics again. "How's Eva?" I asked, hoping to probe for further information as to whether she's engaged in any recent behavior that may be causing the disengagement. "She's good," he nodded."Just good?" I replied with a sense of intrigue."We actually had brunch a few days ago, and she apologized for her behavior. I’d been meaning to tell you but got caught up with work. It slipped my mind." Despite William's comments about how well things were going with Eva, he still didn't appear enthusiastic, which I was starting to find odd and unlike him.I finished the rest of my dessert and tried getting him to talk again. "Oh, did I tell y

*William*As I waited for Lily to finish her interview, a nagging feeling in my gut was telling me that the individual she had mentioned, Jean, might not be trustworthy. Glancing down at my watch, I noticed that I had a bit of extra time before her interview ended. I needed to learn more about him.Sitting at my desk, I opened my laptop and began searching for information on Jean. Though my initial findings were limited to a few pictures of him outside art galleries across different countries, I didn't let that discourage me. I continued with my search and eventually came across some informative videos of Jean delivering lectures on various artworks within those same galleries. It was clear from the videos that he possessed an impressive knowledge of the art world, but I wasn't going to let that deter my suspicions.I studied him carefully, looking for any signs that would confirm my red flags. I could sense the deceit in his eyes, and I couldn't wait to catch him in a lie. I wou

*Lily*I stared at the majestic beauty that was one of the most fantastic wonders of the world, the Eiffel Tower. Was I really here? My body felt numb and I wondered if I'd need to pinch myself to bring some feeling back to my limbs. I just couldn't believe that I was finally here able to bask in the breathtaking view of the most famous symbol of Paris, dare I even say France. My eyes swept the slight pyramidal curves of the tower that I had only ever seen in pictures. Pictures did not compare to the real thing. The four side pillars met on the second floor joining together to form a single pylon stretching vertically all the way to the top. The orange setting sun was like a beautiful backdrop behind the Eiffel Tower reflecting beautiful hues on the clouds above. I felt William squeeze my hand, bringing me back to the present after taking in such a sight. I couldn't recall if I had reached for his hand while looking at the Eiffel Tower… or had he initiated it? I looked down at