Semua Bab THE BILLIONAIRE'S TWO-FACED BRIDE: Bab 1 - Bab 10

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Chapter 1

Kehlani’s Pov My heart lurched forward in my chest and bile rose up in my throat. I fought hard to keep it down, breathing in deeply. “Wedding jitters, it's just wedding jitters. You can't start having cold feet now, Kelly. You can't. You'll be getting married to the love of your life in a few minutes, you can't throw up on your wedding gown.” I gave myself a little pep talk as I paced around in the small room I was in. “Where the heck is Natalie anyways? She was supposed to be here with me? I'm so nervous that I can barely think.” I muttered to myself but I really couldn't stay alone any longer. I went towards the door, opening it slightly and peeking out. There was no one in the hall, I tiptoed outside and began looking for Natalie. I checked all the rooms but I couldn't find her. Just as I was about to turn back to the little room that I was in, I heard moans coming from my left. I narrowed my eyes because who the heck was having sex on my wedding day? I really wanted to leave,
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Chapter 2

Kehlani’s Pov “You're joking, aren't you? Please tell me that you're joking.” I stared at my father whose face turned even darker at my question. “Don't make me repeat myself Kehlani.” He said, his voice stern. “You… What kind of father asks his daughter to marry a man who is sleeping with her sister? Are you crazy?!” I questioned in pure horror, “She's been sleeping with the man I was going to get married to! My very own sister! And you both knew about it all along! You knew about it and you didn't even tell me? I found out about it now and you're still telling me to marry that bastard?! How dare you?! She… ack!” I stumbled to the ground, my hands flying to my face as I stared at my mother in shock. She had slapped me. My mother had slapped me. “We fed you, we clothed you and you can't even overlook something like this? She's your sister for fucks sake!” My cheek stung, the pain spreading not just on my cheeks but in my heart as well. I stared up at my mother in disbelief, my c
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Chapter 3

Kehlani's Pov The man tilted his head, studying me with a sharp, calculating gaze, “Don’t play games with me.” He said coolly, “We know exactly who you are. Selene Veylin, runaway bride and family disgrace. Did you really think you could escape without consequences?” I blinked, my heart racing as confusion and panic mingled in my chest, “I’m not Selene.” I said, my voice cracking, “I’m Kehlani Silver, I have no idea who this Selene person is so please let me go.” I begged, my heart beating so loudly against my chest.His smirk faltered, replaced by a flicker of doubt, “Kehlani Silvers?”“Yes.” I insisted, trying to steady my breathing, “I am the eldest daughter of the Silver Family, and I'm not Selene. She’s the one you’re looking for, not me. I was at the wedding because I was the bride and I ran away because I found out that my husband… the man I was going to marry was sleeping with my younger sister.” My voice rose with desperation. He straightened, his posture tense as he mull
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Chapter 4

Kehlani's Pov “So.” He said, ignoring my question, his voice was smooth but laced with an undercurrent of menace, “This is the woman who ran away from the wedding?”I opened my mouth to protest, but he held up a hand, silencing me. “Save your excuses.” He said, his tone dismissive, “Whether you are Selene or Kehlani, it doesn’t matter.”I squared my shoulders, meeting his gaze head-on, “I’m not Selene.” I began, “And like I said before, you have gotten the wrong person. I don't know who this Selene is but she has no relationship to me.” His lips quirked into a small, humorless smile, “You’re bold.” He said, his eyes narrowing slightly, “I’ll give you that. But boldness won’t save you.” “Neither will mistaken identity.” I shot back, my anger bubbling to the surface, “If you’re smart, you’ll stop wasting your time with me and go find the real Selene.” The room fell silent as he studied me, his expression unreadable. Then, to my surprise, he chuckled, a low, dark sound that sent
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Chapter 5

Kehlani’s POVThe room was silent for a long moment after my declaration. Alec Castor’s eyes studied me, unreadable, calculating. I had just agreed to marry him, but I wasn’t naïve—I knew this wasn’t the end of it."Good," he finally said, a slow smirk creeping onto his face. "Then let's discuss the details."I crossed my arms, refusing to let his confidence shake me. "First, my grandmother. I want it in writing that she'll get the best care. No loopholes, no conditions."He raised an eyebrow, seemingly amused by my boldness. "You drive a hard bargain, I'll give you that," he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "But I think we can arrange something that will put your mind at ease.""I want it in writing," I repeated, my voice firm. "I don't want any promises or handshakes. I want a contract, signed and notarized."He chuckled, the sound low and husky. "You're a tough businesswoman, aren't you?" he said, his eyes glinting with admiration. "I like that.""I'm just trying to protect m
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Chapter 6

Kehlani's POVI stared at the contract Alec’s assistant had just handed me, flipping through the pages. My eyes scanned the fine print, searching for any loopholes.Alec leaned back in his chair, watching me with an amused expression. “You don’t trust me?”I scoffed. “Of course not.”Alec chuckled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Fair enough. I wouldn't trust me either if I were you."I raised an eyebrow. "And why's that?"He shrugged, his smile growing wider. "Let's just say I have a reputation for being... unpredictable."I snorted. "That's one way to put it."Alec leaned forward, his elbows on the table. "So, what do I have to do to earn your trust?"I laughed, a harsh sound. "You think it's that easy?"He nodded, his eyes glinting with amusement. "I'm willing to try."I shook my head, studying him. "I'm not sure you're capable of being trustworthy."Alec's smile never wavered. "Oh, I'm capable of anything I set my mind to."The air between us seemed to vibrate with tension, an
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Chapter 7

Kehlani’s POVThe hospital smelled like antiseptic and something else—something I couldn’t quite name but had always hated. It was the smell of waiting. Of uncertainty. Of loss.I adjusted the simple black dress I had changed into after removing the cursed wedding gown and stepped into my grandmother’s hospital room. The rhythmic beeping of the machines filled the silence, her frail body lying motionless on the bed.For a moment, I just stood there, gripping the strap of my purse like it was the only thing keeping me together.“Grandmother,” I whispered, my voice barely audible. “I’m here.”She didn’t respond. Of course, she didn’t.I swallowed hard and stepped closer, reaching out to take her cool, wrinkled hand in mine.I stood before her, my voice barely above a whisper, as if hoping that somehow, someway, she'd hear me."I know you can't hear me," I murmured, the words tumbling out of my mouth like a desperate confession. "But I still need to say this. I need to tell you the truth
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Chapter 8

Kehlani’s POVThe town car Alec brought to pick me up glided to a stop in front of the penthouse building, its tinted windows reflecting the city’s neon lights. I hadn’t spoken a word since leaving the hospital. My mind was still back in that sterile room, lingering on Mrs. Langley’s words."Your grandmother would be proud of you."Would she?I clenched my fingers around the strap of my purse. I could hear Alec shifting in his seat beside me, but he didn’t say anything. He hadn’t rushed me when I told him I needed to see my grandmother first. He hadn’t questioned my silence in the car. And now, as the driver opened my door, he simply stepped out and waited for me to follow.I inhaled deeply, squaring my shoulders. New life, Kehlani. You agreed to this. Walk like you belong.Inside the large apartment complex, the lobby smelled of leather and expensive cologne. A doorman greeted us with a polite nod, and I forced myself to acknowledge him in return. Alec led the way to the private elev
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Chapter 9

Kehlani’s POVThe penthouse was quiet when I stepped out of my room the next morning. Too quiet.I padded barefoot across the cool marble floors, finding the kitchen empty except for a steaming cup of coffee sitting on the counter. A note rested beside it, written in neat, almost clinical handwriting."Had an early meeting. Be ready by noon." – Alec.I frowned, taking a sip of the coffee. Strong. No sugar. Just like I hated it."Of course," I muttered, setting the cup down.I turned to find Natalia leaning against the doorway, watching me with an amused expression.“Good morning, Mrs. Castor,” she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm.I rolled my eyes. “It’s Kehlani.”“Sure, Mrs. Castor.”I exhaled slowly. “Why are you here?”Natalia strolled into the kitchen and grabbed an apple from a fruit bowl. “Alec told me to make sure you don’t back out of today’s lunch.”I raised a brow. “Lunch?”She took a bite of the apple and chewed, clearly enjoying the fact that I was out of the loop.“W
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Chapter 10

Kehlani’s POV- The Next Day (Evening) -The penthouse was silent when I returned from shopping with Natalia. The city lights glittered beyond the floor-to-ceiling windows, revealing long shadows over the marble floors. I dropped the bags on the couch and kicked off my heels, rubbing at my sore feet.I had spent the entire afternoon being shoved into overpriced designer outfits, listening to Natalia’s sarcastic remarks, and pretending not to care that Alec had given instructions about how I should present myself.I wasn't sure if I was more exhausted or irritated.I barely had time to sit down before Alec emerged from his office, his gaze flicking from me to the bags. “You survived,” he remarked, amusement laced in his voice.“Barely,” I muttered. I felt a rush of deja vu with that response but I brushed it off.His lips twitched as he leaned against the kitchen counter. “Did you find what you needed?”“I found what you needed,” I shot back, crossing my arms. “Since this is about keep
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