All Chapters of The Billionaire's Redemption : Chapter 11 - Chapter 13

Aria straightened her head to examine the luxurious ballroom dancing, where visitors chatted underneath shining lights. The chatter of discussion and the clinking of champagne glasses filled the air, but she couldn't shake the burning feeling of being observed.Heathen's hand lay soothingly on her lower back, providing an affectionate signal of his being present. She sneaked a look at him. Everyone in the room admired his strong jawline, sharp gaze, and dominant presence. But she could feel the workload underneath his composed cool skin.“Stay close,” he murmured softly near her ears, his lips barely moving.“I’m not going anywhere,” Aria replied softly, tilting her head slightly to meet his sharp gaze.The tenderness in his eyes sparkled for a second before he led her to a group of powerful business figures. They exchanged nice greetings, and their conversations focused on current market conditions and future collaborations. While Heathen dominated the discussion ahead, Aria's th

Aria had always prided herself on composure. No matter the situation, she maintained control, refusing to let her emotions cloud her judgment. But tonight, as she sat in Heathen’s office, that control felt precariously close to slipping. The tension in the room was palpable, charged with the weight of their earlier exchange and the shadow of Vanessa’s presence lingering in the air. Heathen’s piercing gaze, however, was what truly unraveled her. “You’re staring,” Aria said without looking up from her laptop, her tone clipped. “Am I?” Heathen replied, leaning casually against the edge of his desk. His sleeves were still rolled up, revealing strong forearms, and his tie hung loosely around his neck, giving him an air of effortless authority. “Yes.” She finally glanced up, meeting his eyes. “Don’t you have something better to do?” He smirked, the corner of his mouth quirking up in a way that made her stomach flip. “I’m working. Observing my partner is part of the job.” “Partner