All Chapters of A Billionaire For Christmas: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Julian’s POVWe walked a little further down the street, the chill in the air growing sharper as the sun started dipping lower. Samantha kept a steady pace beside me, her footsteps light, and every so often, she'd glance up at the storefronts as we passed by, taking in the charm of the small town. It was a simple kind of peaceful, a far cry from the hustle of the city. It was the kind of place where people knew each other, where nothing seemed rushed or out of place.We rounded the corner, and just ahead, I spotted a small coffee shop tucked between two buildings. The warm glow from the windows looked inviting, and the smell of freshly brewed coffee wafted out into the air, making my stomach rumble.“Hey, how about we stop in here for a quick drink?” I asked, gesturing toward the shop.Samantha stopped walking, glancing over at the coffee shop. “That sounds good. I could use something warm.”She followed me inside, and immediately, the cozy warmth of the place wrapped around us. T

Samantha’s POVWhen we returned to the house after spending hours exploring our small town, I found myself glancing at Julian in a different light. He wasn’t as aloof or unapproachable as I’d initially thought. He was just someone life had knocked around, someone who hadn’t yet met a person who could truly see him for who he was.As we walked into the house, Mom was there to greet us at the door. Her smile was bright, and her eyes sparkled with that curious energy she always had.“Did you two have fun outside?” she asked, her tone warm but inquisitive.I turned to Julian, and we exchanged a glance. His small smirk mirrored the amusement in my eyes, and we both nodded at the same time.Mom clapped her hands together lightly. “Good, good.” Then she turned to me. “Sam, I need to talk to you for a moment before dinner. Come see me in my room.”I raised an eyebrow, feeling slightly wary of the sudden request, but I nodded. “Alright. Julian, I’ll be right back,” I said, turning to him. H

Samantha’s POVI woke up to the soft buzz of my alarm and quickly turned it off, careful not to disturb Julian, who was still sound asleep.His steady breathing filled the quiet room, and for a moment, I just stood there, watching him. There was something about the way his face softened in sleep that made him look so different peaceful, almost vulnerable.Shaking off the thought, I grabbed my robe and tiptoed out of the room, closing the door softly behind me.As I made my way downstairs, the scent of something sweet and buttery hit my nose. When I stepped into the kitchen, I found Rachel already at the counter, spreading jam onto a slice of toast.“Good morning,” I greeted, pulling out a chair at the kitchen table.“Morning,” she replied, glancing at me before returning her focus to her breakfast. “You look like you didn’t get much sleep.”I shrugged, reaching for the pitcher of orange juice on the table. “What about you? Why aren’t you still asleep?”Rachel smirked as she grabbed

Julian’s POV"Julian, can I see you for a minute?" Samantha's father asked as he stood up from the breakfast table.I glanced up from my coffee and nodded, curious but not wanting to appear too eager. I followed him down the hall to his study and sat down in the chair he motioned to.He poured a glass of something dark and handed me a cup. I took it, grateful for the gesture, and he sat down across from me, his gaze steady but kind."So… how are you enjoying your stay here for the holiday, Julian?" he asked, his tone casual but with an underlying sense of seriousness.I took a breath, trying to steady my nerves. "Uh… it’s been amazing so far. I love your family, sir. I haven’t had one in a long time, you see." He raised an eyebrow, clearly interested, so I continued. "My parents died when I was young in a car accident. My grandmother took me in and raised me, but she passed away too… So, I’ve been on my own for a while. Christmas holidays, especially, haven’t been easy for me. But com

Samantha’s POVI couldn’t sleep—not because I was unhappy or anything. No, it was because I was happy. After Julian and I kissed last night, I couldn’t stop thinking about it.“He’s such a great kisser,” I muttered to myself as I cuddled my pillow. Immediately, I turned to make sure he hadn’t heard me, but I saw that he was still asleep.I smiled and turned back, letting my thoughts run wild. I never imagined I’d find someone through a blind date. Even though it started as a complete disaster, it turned out to be something pretty amazing.I glanced at the clock and realized it was already 7 a.m. I quickly got out of bed. My sister Rachel was getting married today, and as her maid of honor, I had to make sure everything was perfect for her big day.I rushed to her room, only to find it empty.“Rachel?” I called out as I stepped inside, but there was no answer.I walked over to the bathroom, thinking she might be in there and didn’t want to be disturbed. I knocked softly on the door.