All Chapters of Contracted to My Ex's Cold Brother : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

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31. Signed!

ELOISE I sat in Abraham’s private office,Marcus had slipped out a moment ago, leaving the heavy mahogany doors to click shut with a finality that made my stomach flip lightly.Abraham didn’t say a word. He just slid a thick, cream-colored folder across the desk. It looked innocent enough, but I knew better. This wasn't just paper; it was a blueprint for a new life—or a very comfortable cage.I didn't open it immediately, and stared at the embossed Argos logo on the cover. After some time, I looked up at him. “Before we move forward, I’m not doing this for your money, Abraham," I said, my voice was calm, yet firm. "I have no desire for your wealth or your fame. What I want is revenge. Pure and simple."Abraham’s lips quivered into a smirk that didn't reach his sharp emerald eyes. "There’s no negotiation in that, Eloise. Revenge is the silent partner in this partnership. It’s a given."He leaned back on his chair, like the king he is. For a second, the stoic mask slipped, and I s

32. Press Conference

ELOISE “What!?” I gasped at the cold, ruthless man before me as he dropped the sudden, unapologetic news on my face. The ink on that suicide contract was barely dry when I was forced in another mission of meeting the huge press conference!I had expected a day of quietness, maybe some time to adjust—to wrap my head around the fact that I had just signed myself to my boss who wasn't only my boss but my ex-brother in law. Ugh! Why does it sound suddenly so pathetically disturbing!?"Don't you think this is moving way too fast," I protested, my voice nearly drowned out by the aggressive hum of a high-end blow dryer."We just signed the contract. You’re throwing me to the wolves, and I’m pretty sure my tears haven't dried from this morning yet.”Abraham stood by the window of the dressing room, his back to me, looking like a statue carved from charcoal and arrogance. "The wolves are already at the door, Eloise. It’s a strategy to get the upper hand. You should know it as a lawyer.” He

33. Apologies

ELOISE The room gasped, and I froze. My vision started blurring. The word 'trash' echoed in my head with Damien’s voice. I opened my mouth to respond, but I didn't know how to answer. I've no proof to any of my claims. “We want your answer, Miss Ricardo.” The reporters wouldn't stop. I was pondering when, "You want to talk about trash?" Abraham asked, his voice so cold it seemed to frost the microphones. "How about we show you the real trash here?” My eyes flew back to him. What's he trying to do now? He gestured sharply to Marcus, who was standing at the side with a tablet. "Since this room is so obsessed with the timeline of betrayals, let’s take a good look at it.”A massive screen lowered beside us, flickering to life. The footage played, catching my breath in my throat.It was surveillance footage of Damien and Selene. This clip was from a hotel lobby, dated six months ago. Selene had only been back in the country for a week. They were tucked into a dark corner, their

34. A border wall!

ELOISE By the time Marcus dropped me off at the entrance of the master wing, I was already exhausted. My feet ached from the designer heels. Thankfully, the dress was comfortable enough to wear the whole day.“This is your room, ma'am,” Marcus spoke. “Your luggage is already in the room.” I blinked, suddenly a bit uncomfortable at the formal mention. "Um, can you not call me 'ma'am'? It's a bit weird.” “That’s only proper.” "How about you call me Miss Ricardo?" I negotiated. "At least until I'm used to it.”He remained silent for a moment, then gave me a polite, tightly controlled nod before vanishing down the hallway, leaving me standing in front of two massive double doors that felt less like an entrance to a bedroom and more like the gates of a gilded fortress.I pushed the doors open, took a few steps into the room, and stopped dead in my tracks. My suitcases were already there, looking small and deeply out of place. It's an ultra-modern master suite... The room was luxuri

35. Breakfast

ELOISE His words somehow quieted the drumming in my heart. Time passed by, and suddenly, I couldn't hold back the urge to ask the question that had been gnawing at me since the morning. “How did you find those proofs?” I asked finally. Those photos and footage were from the last six months, and they were clearly taken intentionally. I didn't understand why he would have them? There was no answer from him. Did he fall asleep already? Wow, so fast. As I was pondering, I heard, “due to the property dispute, I was keeping an eye on him.” “Oh…” Now it's understandable. “I knew they were seeing each other, but I didn't know when it started.” A soft sigh escaped me. “It seems, while I was trying to fix a marriage that was already dead, they were busy with each other. It makes me feel like a fool." "You weren't the fool, Eloise. They were," he said, his voice soft, almost comforting. There was a long, heavy pause, until, "You deserve the best." His deep tone vi

36. In the hospital!

ELOISE "He—he had an attack.” My voice was choking with tears I was forcibly trying to suppress. "He was fine last night. He was supposed to be stable.""I know. And we are going to find out exactly what happened, but I need you to calm yourself first." Abraham's gentle tone echoed in my ears as he cupped my face. "We are going to the hospital, okay?"I swallowed hard and nodded, pulling myself straight. I couldn't break, not now. We hurried out of the mansion. As soon as we got in, Abraham gave the driver the hospital name, and the car immediately moved. I was a bit taken aback though. How did he know the hospital name? I didn't remember to give him. However, I didn't have the energy to dwell on it. My thoughts were on Grandpa at the moment. He was the only family who always cared for me. He made me smile and looked after me. When I decided to become a lawyer, he was the only one who supported my dream. I've been going through a lot these days. I can't afford to lose my only

37. A family

ELOISE “Mom's right," Liana sneered, "You’re officially exiled from this family, Eloise.”“You don't get to stand by his bed now. We are his legal next-of-kin, and we are stripping you of your visitation rights. You don't belong here. Get the hell out of our sight!"“Guys, please calm down.” Selene spoke suddenly, stepping forward. "Let's not bring this up now. We should stand as a family in this crisis, right Ellie?" She looked at me, smiling gently.I tilted my head, a slow, bitter chuckle vibrating off my chest. "After everything, you're still pretending? Aren't you tired of your act yet, Selene?”Immediately, her expression darkened and her eyes sharpened as if she wanted to burn me. Of course, she did. That's her true nature after all. “Who are you supporting, Selene?” Liana scoffed. “She has no shame at all.” “After ruining your family's reputation you really think you can just step here as if nothing had happened?” She continued her harassment. “Grandpa is serious just be

38. Astro-Globe Pharma

ELOISE My lips parted to say something, anything. But nothing came out. I only stared at him.Beep… Beep… Beep…A sudden ringtone broke the silence. I blinked, looking away.“I've to take this call.” Abraham stepped away. Through the clear glass partition of the room, I watched him step away into the quiet corridor to receive his phone call.He stood with his back partially to me, his broad shoulders squared, his commanding posture radiating an aura of absolute control even as he spoke into his device.I couldn't help but glance at him through the glass. A strange, overwhelming knot tightened my throat. I had been tied to Damien for five years. Spent endless nights crying in the dark while my ex-husband ignored my pain.He would always stand by and watch his family tear me to pieces just to protect his own comfort and social standing. He had never once stood up for me. I almost couldn't remember the last time he visited Grandpa with me, even after Grandpa's requests.Basically, he

39. Apologies to my son

ELOISE Soon, a nurse stepped in, politely letting us know that visiting hours were officially over.I reached down, my trembling fingers gently wrapped around Grandpa's cold, unmoving hand one last time."I'll be back first thing tomorrow morning, Grandpa. I promise. Just hang in there for me, okay?” With one last look, Abraham and I walked out of the hospital. The walk out of the hospital was silent. The weight of the day was pressing down on my shoulders until every step felt like swimming in a waterless pool. Abraham stayed right beside me quietly. The driver waited outside the car. Seeing us, he opened the door for us, and we entered.We didn't talk during the drive back to the mansion; the silence wasn't heavy, but serene.The moment the Maybach rolled to a stop in the grand driveway, Marcus was already waiting by the front steps, with a sealed legal brief clutched in his hand."Chairman, the hearing of the Draven murder case is in an hour," Marcus said, his voice tight and d

40. A rumour

ELOISE All eyes were on us now, including the teachers. But they didn’t dare to step forward.“What!? Are you crazy!?” The woman gasped. “Apologies to my son, and I'll end this here.” I repeated my words, avoiding her audacious comment. “Or else…” I didn't finish my words, instead, took out my phone. Realising she's going to lose, she hurriedly muttered, “fine! I... I am sorry, Leonard.”I glanced at the brimming little kid beside me. “I forgive you!” The little tyrant didn't forget to be a tease at the perfect moment. “Good, I hope you'll remember this next time.” Saying, I walked away with Leo, ignoring everything and everyone… As we entered the car, Leo jumped onto my lap. "Mommy!" he exclaimed, “You're so cool!”"The galaxy is always safe when we're together, Captain," I laughed softly, bending down to wipe a stray speck of sand from his flushed cheek before grabbing his small hand in mine. "If anyone ever disturbs you, let Mommy know.”“I will!”The car started. A moment lat

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