Semua Bab THE BILLIONAIRE'S BARGAIN : Bab 1 - Bab 10

Carmilla leaned back in her pushed office chair, cradling the phone between her ear and shoulder. She stared out the floor-to-ceiling window, watching the hustle and bustle of the city below. The sounds of car horns , chatter and construction created a familiar symphony that usually energized her, but today it felt like background noise.“ I'm telling you, Mia, I'm so done with these meetings and investors,” carmilla said, rolling her eyes. “ I feel like I'm just going through the motions.” She let out a deep sigh, feeling the weight of her responsibilities as the CEO of her company.Mia's laughter echoed through the phone. “ It's not only you, cam.even my job as a model can be tiring sometimes, especially when I'm trying to outshine someone over here.” “ You're just stressed, you need a vacation, carmilla .” Mia has been carmilla's best friend since college and she knows carmilla's tells better than anyone.Carmilla chuckles. “ I wish. Maybe someday soon, together with you as usual

In the other side of the city, Mia sat in front of the vanity mirror. Her long legs crossed and her hands resting on her lap. She watches as her makeup artist delicately applies foundation to her flawless skin, all while chatting away about the latest fashion trends and runway shows.It is all part of her job as a model, to sit still and let others work on her appearance. But today, her mind is elsewhere.Days ago, she had received a phone call from her friend's personal assistant, informing her that Julian is dead. It became a blow that shocked her to her core as she had known Julian.He was like a brother to her as well, and she couldn't imagine the pain that carmilla was going through Mia let out a heavy sigh, causing the makeup artist to pause her work.“ Is something wrong, mia”? She asked, her tone professional.Mia shook her head, not wanting to burden anyone with her problems.“ Let's just finish this makeup”. Mia ordered.The makeup artist nods as she continues her work. Jus

As Carmilla's family stepped into the Harrington mansion, they were immediately approached by the Harrington family. Margaret Harrington, the matriarch of the family, smiled warmly as she extended her hand."Welcome, dear family," she said, her voice dripping with sincerity. "We're so sorry for your loss. Julian was a wonderful young man."Carmilla's mother, still visibly shaken by the loss of her son, nodded graciously as she accepted Margaret condolences. "Thank you, Margaret. Your family's support means a lot to us."As the Harringtons stepped aside, a steady stream of mourners approached Carmilla's family, offering their condolences and sharing stories about Julian. Carmilla listened politely, trying to keep her emotions in check.She had always known that her brother's death would have far-reaching consequences, but she had never imagined that it would lead to this. Her family's company was on the verge of bankruptcy, and the only way to save it was to form an alliance with the H

“ Thanks Mia. You know it better than anyone”, Carmilla laughs. As they both settled in the living room, Mia's expression turns serious.“ Cam, I'm so sorry I didn't make it to your brother's burial”, she said with her voice filled with regret.“ I feel terrible about it. I had so many on my plate to deal with, but that's no excuse”.Carmilla's eyes almost welled up with tears as she thought about her brother. It has been a difficult month, but she was trying to stay strong.“ It's okay Mia”, she replied smiling weakly.“ I know you would have been there if you had the chance”.Mia nodded, feeling relieved.“ So… what have you been up to lately? How's life treating you?”. Carmilla takes a deep breath, unsure of how to broach the subject.“ Life's been…interesting”. She responded trying to sound casual.Mia could tell something was off. Carmilla's smile was nowhere to be found, and her eyes looks tired and worried.“ Hey, let's get out of here”. Mia said grabbing carmilla's hand.“ I'

Carmilla groans as the sun peeks through the curtains, signaling the start of another day. She slowly opens her eyes and turns to face her husband who was already awake and smiling down at her.“ Morning, did you sleep well?”. He whispers, his voice warm and affectionate.Carmilla sat up, rubbing her eyes and trying to shake off the remnants of sleep.“ Morning. Yeah, I did sleep well”, she replied, her voice still heavy with drowsiness.As she stretches her arms, she caught a whiff of something delicious and her stomach grumble in response. She turns to see that breakfast has been prepared.“ Uhmm…did you make this?”, she ask, her face full with denial.Of course, Harrison did not know what carmilla loves since the both married by their families arrangement. He was told by carmilla's father that she loves it when her breakfast is served on bed.“ Yes. Do you love it?”, he ask trying to arrange the breakfast for her on bed.“If you want I can make this every time for you. You don't n