All Chapters of Billionaires Strange Wife : Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

When I returned from grocery shopping that evening, James’s car was still not in the driveway. It was already late, and he still hadn’t come back. I peeked into his room, but he wasn’t there either. It was clear he hadn’t returned since he left earlier. I also met up with Rona asking for advice on what I should do. As the days passed, I felt myself gradually falling for James. I couldn’t juggle both Jay and James. Even though I knew that James and I only had a contract marriage, it wouldn’t look good if people saw Jay coming to my workplace to pursue me. Especially now, after James revealed our relationship to everyone. The incident at the showroom had surely spread, given how many people saw and heard the commotion. I also received an email from Mr. Ismail informing me that, effective immediately, I would no longer be working at the showroom. I would finish the remainder of my months in Kuwait training at the office. I didn’t contest it since they granted my request to transfer Pen

Tears immediately fell from my eyes, rushing down my face. I looked down in embarrassment, unable to meet Mommy’s gaze. I didn't know what explanation to give. I knew we started things the wrong way, but I admit that I truly want James now, whether I say it or not."Iha! Iha!" (Mommy grabbed my chin to lift my face, wiping my tears with her fingers.) "Don’t be scared, we won’t do anything. Honestly, what we want is for you to continue being James’ wife. I can see how full of love you both are for each other. If it were possible, I wish you could make your marriage real. I know you're a good wife and will be a responsible mother for your family. I admire your dedication to earning your own living even though you don’t need to. (She grabbed my hand again.) You’re doing great with James now. He’s finally getting direction in his life. James was already successful in business, but he had no plans of marrying until you came into his life. He’s always restless when you're not together, whic

KATE POVI’m still floating on cloud nine! I keep asking God what I’ve done right in my life that He’s showering me with so many blessings. I’ve been blessed with kind in-laws and a loving husband. I truly felt like a princess today because of what James did in proposing to me. I never imagined that James would do that in front of so many people, especially not just anyone—these people are part of the Royal Family. I also didn’t realize that the proposal had already made headlines across the entire Middle East. I mean, how could it not? We were surrounded by kings and queens at the auction.It was such a magical moment. I felt like time stopped the moment I saw James playing the piano in front of all of us, especially when he suddenly knelt in front of me. I couldn’t hold back my tears any longer.I received so many messages from my staff and colleagues from Dubai and Kuwait. I couldn’t respond to them all individually. My plan was to post an official announcement on my social media,

“Okay, I’ll change first!” James said as he went upstairs.As soon as James went up, my two friends came closer to me.“Kate, what did James mean by what he said earlier?!” Rona and Penny teasingly asked me with smiles.“Relax, we’ll wait for James to come down. I wanted to wait for him because I wanted him to be here when I tell you,” I replied.“You’re really something, Madam, always full of surprises!” Rona said excitedly.It wasn’t long before James came back down. "Love, what can I get you? Are you eating?" I sweetly asked my husband."No thanks, Love, I’m still full. We ate with Mr. Abdullah after the meeting," he answered."Let’s just sit in the garden, Love. We can talk to them there, it’s cooler. Plus, I still need to organize our things for the Philippines later," I said."Okay, sure," he replied. We walked out, and I called my friends.We sat down in the garden with our dessert as we started talking. "Penny, Rona, we won’t drag this out. James and I discussed offering you a

“Minda, did you see the guy with Kate?”“Yes, Camilla, I saw him! He’s so handsome and looks rich,” replied Aling Minda. “Kate is really different from your children.”“Aling Camilla, it looks like Kate hit the jackpot. Her clothes are expensive, and I even saw her watch—it’s a Rolex! That costs millions if it’s real!” Jacky chimed in.“shut your mouth Jacky. You even noticed her watch!” (Mom laughed as she bragged about James and then turned to Aling Minda.) “He is really rich! That man is Kate’s husband. He owns Santiago Corporation and the company where Kate works in Kuwait. See? Kate got lucky!”“Really, Aling Camilla? Wow, you know, I’ve been dreaming of getting into that company. Maybe you could talk to Kate and ask her husband to help me get in,” Jacky said, her eyes gleaming with hope.“Don’t worry, Jacky. I’ve got you!” Mom replied arrogantly.“I’ve been telling you, Camilla, that Kate would be the one to lift your family out of hardship. She’s really a hardworking daugther,