All Chapters of Betrothed to the bíllonaire beast: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

I’m so sorry, Luna, but I have to leave now,” Claudia said, pulling her phone from her pocket. She handed it to me. “Here, can I get your contact please? I’d love to keep in touch.”I smiled and quickly typed in my number. “Sure, I’d like that.”With that, Claudia bid me goodbye, and I watched her leave the restaurant. I waved to Pa Kevin and Matilda on my way out, thanking them again for their kindness, and then headed home.Back in my room, I rummaged through my closet and pulled out a beautiful dress my mom had given me for my twentieth birthday. Holding it up against myself, I stood in front of the mirror and twirled, admiring how it hugged my body perfectly.For a moment, I let myself dream. I had signed up for a modeling contest once, right after receiving this dress, but I didn’t make it past the casting call.I sighed, brushing my hand over the fabric. It had been nearly three years since I started chasing the idea of a modeling career, but deep down, I knew it wasn’t for me.

He was impossible to ignore tall, confident, and dressed in a sharp blue suit that fit him perfectly. His presence alone commanded the room. Heads turned, whispers began, and I wasn’t the only one caught staring.The women in the room were visibly entranced, their smiles widening as if his arrival was the highlight of their night. Even a few men seemed momentarily struck.He moved with a quiet grace, like he knew every eye was on him but didn’t need to acknowledge it. His white hair stood out, crisp and refined, and his piercing, crystal-clear eyes swept across the room. I couldn’t take my eyes off him.Then he raised his hand, and his deep voice rolled out, effortlessly cutting through the noise. “Attention, everyone,” he said.That voice. Smooth, commanding, with just a hint of warmth. It felt like he could have said anything, and I would’ve hung on every word.Wow, you didn’t even need to ask for attention,you already had it, I thought, unable to stop the flutter in my chest.Claud

Can I sleep here tonight? he asked softly, clutching a pillow. It feels lonely in my room.I smiled, patting the space next to me. Of course.He climbed into the bed, snuggling close. “Thanks, Luna. You’re the best.”As his little breaths evened out in sleep, I realized just how much I enjoyed being here. Now I wish I had a baby brother to keep me company.Joey and I had settled into a comfortable routine when his grandma arrived, a few days later. She was a cheerful, beautiful woman with soft gray hair that framed her warm, kind face.As soon as Joey saw her, he ran up to her, throwing his arms around her and planting a kiss on her cheek. Grandma, you look so cool he said, his eyes sparkling with admiration.She chuckled, stroking his hair. Oh, my little boy, I’ve missed you.I walked up with the maid to help carry her bags inside. Joey, ever the polite host, introduced us. Grandma, this is Luna, my friend.Grandma turned to me with a knowing smile. So, this is the famous Luna I’ve h

I turned around, startled, only to see Stacy running toward me. Her eyes sparkled with excitement as she threw her arms around me.Stacy I exclaimed, hugging her tightly. How have you been?.“I’ve missed you so much, Luna," she said, holding on as if she’d never let go.Behind her, Nanny walked in, smiling warmly. Mom and I exchanged surprised looks before Mom asked, “What happened? Where have you been?”Well, Nanny began, “we left the country for a while. That’s why we haven’t been coming to the store.I told Nanny I wanted to buy some accessories,” Stacy chimed in excitedly, but I mostly just wanted to see you, Luna!”I couldn’t help but laugh at her enthusiasm. You’ve grown so much, Stacy, I said, kneeling to her level.Do you think so? she asked, twirling around.Absolutely! So, what kind of accessories are we shopping for today?Everything Stacy declared with a giggle.Nanny chuckled. “She’s been talking about this visit ever since we got back five days ago. I think she missed yo

I fought desperately to stay awake, my mind racing with questions and my body trembling with fear and exhaustion. But whatever the man had administered to me earlier, the vapors still lingering in my system, took their toll. My limbs grew heavy, my vision fading as I struggled to hold on.The masked man’s familiar eyes were the last thing I saw before the darkness claimed me. My thoughts slipped away,my eyes closing as the world around me dissolved into nothingness.I woke up slowly, my head pounding and my body weak, lying on what felt like a soft mattress. The air smelled faintly of antiseptic, mixed with the clean scent of linen. I blinked, my vision adjusting to the dim light of the room. It was small but tidy, with beige walls, a single window covered by heavy curtains, and a wooden chair placed by the bed.I tried to move, but my body felt sluggish. Panic started to rise again as I remembered the events from earlier,the men, the girl, the masked stranger. My heart raced. Where a