Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Billionaire's Reckoning: Kabanata 31 - Kabanata 40

The next morning, we all gathered around the breakfast table, the tension palpable. Riezel, sensing the awkwardness, tried to break the silence. "So, Ava, how was your night with Markus?" she asked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.I stopped eating, my fork hovering over my plate, as I stared at Raphael. Markus, oblivious to the undercurrents, held my hand, giving it a gentle squeeze. "It was a beautiful night," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper.Raphael's eyes met mine, a small smile playing on his lips. Riezel, noticing the exchange, raised an eyebrow. "And what about you, Raphael?" she asked, turning to her husband. "You look like you're in a good mood. What did you dream about?"Raphael's gaze drifted to me, his eyes locking onto mine for a brief moment before he looked away. "I just dreamed something beautiful," he said, his voice low and husky.Riezel's eyes narrowed, her expression skeptical. She couldn't help but feel suspicious about the two of us. The air was thic

As the sunset approached, Raphael and I settled into the sand, his arms wrapped around me, holding me close. The sky was painted with hues of pink, orange, and purple, a breathtaking sight that seemed to match the emotions swirling inside me.As we sat there, watching the sun dip below the horizon, I felt a sense of sentimental wash over me. I couldn't help but think about the journey I had taken to get to this moment, to be back in Raphael's arms. All the pain, the heartache, the struggles – it had all been worth it, because in the end, I had found my way back to him.But as I gazed into his eyes, I couldn't help but wonder – if he knew everything, would he still love me? Would he still accept me, flaws and all? Or would he turn away, horrified by the secrets I had kept hidden for so long?I stared at him, lost in thought, and Raphael noticed. He smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners, and asked, "What's wrong? Why are you staring at me like that?"I hesitated, unsure of how to an

I sat in the dimly lit room, my heart racing as I recounted every detail of my conversation with Markus to Claus. He listened intently, his eyes narrowing as he processed the information.When I finished, Claus leaned back in his chair, a calculating look on his face. "We need to make Markus silence," he said, his voice low and menacing.I felt a shiver run down my spine as I heard his words. "What do you mean?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.Claus didn't answer me directly. Instead, he leaned forward, his eyes glinting in the dim light. "Let's just say that I have ways of dealing with people who become a problem," he said, his voice dripping with malice.I felt a wave of fear wash over me as I realized what Claus was suggesting. "You're not going to try to kill him, are you?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.Claus didn't answer me. Instead, he leaned back in his chair, a cold smile spreading across his face. "Let's just focus on our goal, Ava," he said. "If I find

As we stepped off the plane in New Zealand, I could feel the weight of our past tragedies slowly lifting off our shoulders. The crisp, clean air and the stunning natural beauty of the country seemed to envelop us in a sense of peace and tranquility.Raphael and I had decided to take a vacation to New Zealand to refresh our minds and hearts. We wanted to leave behind the memories of the past and start anew, and what better way to do that than in one of the most beautiful countries in the world?We spent our first few days in Auckland, exploring the city and its surroundings. We visited the iconic Sky Tower, where we took in breathtaking views of the city and harbor. We also walked along the waterfront, enjoying the street performers and food vendors.But it was when we left Auckland and started exploring the rest of the country that our vacation really began to take off. We rented a car and drove to Rotorua, where we spent a day exploring the geothermal wonders of Wai-O-Tapu. We marvel

As Raphael's company began to stabilize, we started to think about our long-term goals and aspirations. We had always dreamed of building a business together, something that would allow us to work together and pursue our passions.One day, as we were sitting in our living room, brainstorming ideas, Raphael turned to me with a excited look in his eyes. "I've got it," he said. "We can start a small business, something that combines our skills and interests."I leaned forward, intrigued. "What did you have in mind?" I asked.Raphael took a deep breath, launching into a passionate pitch. "We can start a boutique consulting firm," he said. "We can offer services in marketing, branding, and business strategy. We can work with small businesses and entrepreneurs, helping them to build and grow their companies."I was impressed by Raphael's idea, and I could see the potential for success. "I love it," I said. "But we'll need to do some market research and create a business plan."Raphael nodde