All Chapters of The Billionaire’s Christmas Surprise : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

The club was alive with flashing lights, loud music, and the heavy scent of alcohol filling the air. Ryan sat in the VIP section with Ethan, his eyes dark and brooding as he stared at the drink in front of him. He lifted it and took a long gulp, letting the burning liquid slide down his throat.Ethan watched him closely, his own drink barely touched. “Ryan, man, are you seriously planning to drink yourself into oblivion tonight?” he asked, raising an eyebrow.Ryan exhaled sharply and set the glass down with a thud. “What does it look like, Ethan? I just want to forget… everything.”Ethan leaned back in his chair, swirling his drink in his hand. “Look, I get it. Things are messed up right now. But drowning yourself in booze isn’t going to fix anything.”Ryan shot him a glare. “And what do you suggest I do, huh? Sit at home and think about how everything’s falling apart?”Ethan sighed, trying to lighten the mood. “You know, you could always do what normal people do when they’re s

The soft evening breeze blew through the balcony, rustling the sheer white curtains behind her. The woman sat elegantly on a sleek white chair, one leg crossed over the other, her slender fingers tracing the rim of a wine glass resting on the table. Her perfectly manicured nails gleamed under the dim lights, and her lips curled into a small, bitter smile as she gazed down at the stunning estate below. From her high vantage point, the city stretched out before her in a sea of dazzling lights and towering buildings. She took a slow sip of her red wine, savoring the taste, before setting the glass down with a soft clink. Her piercing green eyes turned to the man seated across from her, his expression unreadable, his hands resting on his knees.“Tell me,” she said, her voice silky but carrying an unmistakable edge. “What did you find out?”The man, dressed in a crisp gray suit, reached into his jacket and pulled out a thick envelope. He placed it on the table and slid it tow

Ryan sat at his desk, rubbing his temples as he stared at the endless pile of documents in front of him. His mind was restless, filled with thoughts about the custody case and everything happening around him. With a sigh, he pressed the intercom button.“Jefferson, come to my office.” His voice was firm but tired.A few moments later, the door opened, and Jefferson stepped inside. He was dressed sharply, as always, with his neatly pressed suit and a folder tucked under his arm. “You called for me, sir?”Ryan nodded, leaning back in his chair. “Yes. I need you to book a meeting with my lawyer this evening. It’s important.”Jefferson’s eyebrows lifted slightly. “Of course, sir. Is there anything specific I should mention when I contact him?”Ryan tapped his fingers on the desk thoughtfully. “Just let him know it’s about my custody case. I need updates and the next steps. I don’t want any delays.”Jefferson nodded, jotting down a note on his tablet. “Understood, sir. I’ll arrange

Kate stood at the door, watching as Ryan’s car disappeared down the street. She let out a deep breath, her lips curling into a small smile. “Finally,” she muttered under her breath. Without wasting any time, she turned on her heels and strode back into the house, heading straight for Ryan’s bedroom. Picking up her phone from the bedside table, she dialed a familiar number and waited as the phone rang.A rough voice answered from the other end, “Hello?”Kate crossed her arms and leaned against the wall. “What’s the update? Have you found out anything?” she asked in a sharp tone.The private investigator, who had been working for her for months now, cleared his throat. “Not much has changed, Miss Kate. Ryan hasn’t been seeing Serena like you feared. The only time they met was last night at a café. Serena brought their daughter to see him, but they didn’t exchange many words.”Kate’s grip on her phone tightened. “Are you sure? There was nothing? No… affectionate gestures or anything

Ryan Winters adjusted the cuffs of his shirt as he stepped out of the elevator and into the grand lobby of the hotel. The warm morning sun streamed through the large glass windows, casting a soft glow over the luxurious décor. He spotted the client’s assistant standing near the entrance with Jefferson, dressed in a crisp black suit, his posture straight and professional.The man gave a polite nod as Ryan approached. “Good morning, Mr. Winters. I hope you had a pleasant night?”Ryan’s lips twitched slightly, recalling the unexpected events of the previous night. He simply replied, “Morning. Yeah, it was fine.”The assistant smiled knowingly but didn’t press further. “Excellent. Mr. Laurent would like to have breakfast with you. He’s already waiting by the poolside.”Ryan nodded. “Lead the way.” Ryan said and passed a knowing look with Jefferson who simply shrugged his shoulders. As they walked through the hotel’s elegant corridors, the assistant spoke in a conversational tone.