Semua Bab Betrayed but Married to a Disabled Billionaire : Bab 11 - Bab 20

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Chapter 11

Harry sat in his office, his expression dark. His sharp gaze was fixed on the laptop screen before he shifted his eyes to the tall, broad-shouldered man standing in front of him. Adrian, his subordinate, was waiting for further instructions.“Find out everything about Arabella and her family,” Harry commanded in a low but firm voice. “I want a full report. Background, family ties, everything you can dig up. And... why did she come back?”Adrian gave a swift nod. “I'll handle it right away, sir.”Harry leaned back in his chair, his eyes still narrowed with suspicion. Arabella was his wife—at least on paper. But the more time passed, the more he found himself curious about her.A few hours later, Adrian returned with the results of his investigation.“Sir, Miss Arabella comes from a complicated family background. Unlike her younger sibling, she never went to college. Her father favors her sibling more. Right now, Miss Arabella is staying at her late mother’s house, which is currently un
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Chapter 12

Another man? What did Harry mean by that? Why was he accusing her of such things?Tonight had already been exhausting for Arabella. Luna, with her irritating demeanor, had successfully made her blood boil. She had returned home with a head full of anger, and now, she had to face Harry, who looked ready to launch an interrogation like a detective.“I just went back to Terraverde Village, my mother’s house. After that, I visited her grave,” Arabella answered, trying to keep her voice calm. She didn’t want to lose her temper. Her mood was already bad, and she didn’t want to make it worse.“Coming home at this hour? Do you think it’s appropriate for a woman to be out so late?” Harry's sharp question sliced through the air. His jaw tightened, and his eyes locked onto Arabella like he was trying to strip her down to her core.Arabella let out a small sigh. “I wasn’t wandering around. I just went home. What’s so wrong about that? This is the first time I’ve returned home since becoming your
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Chapter 13

Arabella stood before the mirror, staring at her reflection with a mix of emotions. The gown Jimmy had given her was nothing short of breathtaking—a white evening dress with an elegant cut that hugged her figure perfectly. The fabric draped gracefully, accentuating her slender waist and exposing her delicate shoulders. Her usually neatly tied black hair was left loose, framing her face with effortless beauty. A touch of makeup highlighted her features, making her look even more stunning.As she stepped out of her room, she halted for a moment, feeling two pairs of eyes locked onto her. Jimmy, who was usually composed and professional, seemed utterly dumbfounded, as if he couldn’t believe the sight before him.“Wow,” he muttered unconsciously. To Jimmy, it was as if a goddess had descended from the heavens.Arabella stifled a small laugh. “Don’t tell me you don’t recognize me, Jimmy.”Jimmy blinked a few times before finally chuckling and shaking his head. “Forgive me, ma’am. I just… w
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Chapter 14

Arabella couldn’t hide her shock. Her husband’s cousin had the audacity to act so rudely toward her. Before attending the party, she had studied the Hans Anderson family tree. She recognized the man before her—Adam Anderson, Harry’s cousin from Aunt Amelia. Aunt Amelia was Aunt Tessa’s younger sister.“Let me go, Adam Anderson!” Arabella snapped, trying to yank her hand away, but his grip was too strong.Adam chuckled darkly. “Oh, come on. We both know you wouldn’t resist something far more thrilling than just the night air.”Disgust churned in Arabella’s stomach. Her fury ignited. She knew exactly what Adam meant, and she would never be his victim like the other women who had fallen for his traps. Her breath came faster, and before Adam could take things further, she moved.A swift kick to his shin sent Adam stumbling. With quick reflexes, she tore her arm free from his grip and landed a solid punch straight to his jaw. A loud thud echoed as Adam crashed to the ground, cursing in pai
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Chapter 15

Harry haggled the wheelchair with dignified caution, but a tempest raged in his breast. Adam had gone too far. His previous words still echoed in Harry's mind, piercing his pride step by step.He was a useless husband.But what gnawed at him more was that Arabella had to suffer all alone.Did Harry tell her so in so many words? No. Did he show concern for Arabella? Not by any means. His pride was higher than that.Harry quietly decided to depart the party early. He did not notice curious glances from partygoers or even the shock-stricken face of Aunt Tessa to see him unceremoniously deciding to leave without a word. The prime feature hadn’t yet started.“Harry must be offended and enraged,” Arabella whispered to herself, lifting up her beautiful gown as she followed him, although with a pout.Inside the car on their way home, the atmosphere was stifling. The only sound was the tires rolling over the asphalt. Arabella sat in the backseat, head resting on the window, face half-illuminat
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Chapter 16

“Do you feel like working, or are you looking for an excuse to be out of the house more than usual?” Harry’s tone was acidic.Arabella’s heart skipped a beat, but she kept her cool. Harry was always like that—shrewd, unshakeable. But she had already practiced what she would say.“I just want to do something deserving. I could perhaps assist in the office or maybe in one of the family businesses.” She diplomatically refused to be more specific, realizing this would only invite more questions and spoil her scheme.Harry let out a small snort. “Arabella, we're barely a married couple. So go to work by all means. But I have to know your true motive.”Arabella caught her breath for a moment before speaking. She couldn't believe how easily Harry agreed. “I need something to do with my time, Harry. That’s all.”Harry raised an eyebrow.Harry observed her closely, as if trying to read her mind. Arabella tried to keep calm, refusing to let any apprehension creep into her voice. Finally, Harry
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Chapter 17

Arabella stepped out of Edwin’s office with her mind in turmoil. The answers her father had given her felt too neat, too rehearsed. She bit her lip, trying to push away the strange feeling gnawing at her chest. But no matter how hard she tried to ignore it, the unease only grew stronger.As she reached the sidewalk, raindrops began to fall. At first, they were gentle, but within seconds, a heavy downpour engulfed the city. Arabella raised her hand to shield her face as the wind howled, whipping her long hair in every direction.“Great! Another downpour,” she muttered, regretting her hasty decision to leave the office without an umbrella or a raincoat.Terraverde Village had been unpredictable lately, caught in the midst of seasonal transitions.Not wanting to stand in the rain any longer, she waved at an approaching car, assuming it was a taxi. To her dismay, the vehicle sped past her, splashing dirty water all over her clothes.It was only then that she realized—it wasn’t a taxi.“Yo
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Chapter 18

The car moved slowly through the quiet city streets. The dim glow of the streetlights cast soft shadows against the window, painting fleeting images that disappeared as quickly as they came. Arabella sat silently in the passenger seat, her gaze distant as she stared outside. Mike, his hands gripping the steering wheel, stole occasional glances at her. He wasn’t giving up. He didn’t care whether Arabella was married or not.“Bella…” His voice was gentle, almost a whisper. “I know you’re still mad at me. I know I let you down.”Arabella remained silent, her hands folded in her lap. Only the soft hum of the engine and the rhythmic patter of rain filled the space between them.“I never wanted to hurt you,” Mike continued, tightening his grip on the wheel. “I regret it. Ever since you got married, I haven’t stopped thinking about how I should have fought for you. How I should have tried harder. I was a fool for letting you go.”Arabella took a deep breath. Her eyes were still fixed outside
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Chapter 19

The golden hues of the evening sky seeped through the large windows of the rehabilitation room, casting long shadows on the polished floor. The faint scent of antiseptic mixed with the soothing aroma of freshly brewed tea. In the center of the room, Harry sat in his wheelchair, his gaze fixed straight ahead, locked onto the parallel bars standing tall before him.The medical team was already in position. A stout, middle-aged physiotherapist named Dr. Raymond stood beside him, his expression calm yet encouraging. “We’ll start slow today, Harry. There’s no rush,” he said patiently.Harry inhaled deeply. He knew this wouldn’t be easy. His legs had long lost their strength, his muscles had weakened, and the pain that awaited him was inevitable. But determination burned in his chest. He had to walk again.Dr. Raymond crouched beside him, gently assessing the condition of his legs with careful hands. “I’ll help you stand first, then we’ll try small steps. If it hurts, tell me. Don’t push yo
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Chapter 20

The morning air outside the window was still cold. The sun had just begun to rise, painting the sky with hues of golden orange. Arabella sat at the dining table in silence—something that had been rare in the past few weeks.Breakfast was usually a battlefield between her and Harry—over countless things. But today was different. Harry was unusually quiet. He wasn’t bossing her around, nor was he provoking an argument. He looked like a teenager lost in thought.Seated across from her, Harry sipped his black coffee slowly, occasionally glancing at Arabella as she nibbled on a piece of toast.The clinking of cutlery against porcelain echoed louder than usual in the quiet atmosphere. No sarcastic remarks from Harry, no sharp words or pointed jabs—just silence stretching between them.“Harry.” Arabella’s voice finally broke the stillness, soft yet resolute. “I want your permission to go to work today.”Harry lowered his cup, raising an eyebrow with an unreadable expression. “Oh?”Arabella n
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