Lahat ng Kabanata ng The Billionaire's contract : Kabanata 81 - Kabanata 90

“Ethan Blackwood?” It echoed “My Ethan?”I blinked twice as I watched Ethan stroll in his usual domineering stride.“Oh! He so handsome”“They will make a good pair”“They were once married”“Get a grip. He doesn't even know you” These were the whispers of the people around “Avery can you now pair with your lead model, let's make a striking pose” Mr plies said.I looked at Ethan's face and he had that mischievous sly smile that only I could recognize.I walked slowly closer to him and he stood there with his hand deep in his pocket like a demi god. He looked at me with those eyes and I almost missed my step.When I got close enough, Ethan pulled his hand out of his pocket.“Come closer” he whispered“Let's go” Mr plies voice echoed.The soft music in the background became intimate. And for the first time in months, I felt lost in the world of romance.“Perfect!”“Good!”“Move closer!” Were the only words I could hear in the background.“I think you should move closer” Ethan said wi

“Hello,” I called out, my voice echoing lightly “Anyone home?” I asked again. Waiting for the shuffle of someone moving around but there was nothing A gnawing unease settled in my chest. I reached for my phone to dial dad's number but the screen lit up with new messages.I swiped it open and read the words.“Avery, Janet is in a critical condition. She's at the hospital”Shivers crawled down my spine. Ma Jane? Hospital? What could have happened to her? I asked questions as I made my way out of the door.I reached to the hospital and hurried down the corridor towards the emergency entrance. Dad stood outside with his shoulders hunched and eyes fixed in the sliding glass.I walked closer to him and without thinking, I pulled him into a tight hug.“Dad what happened?” I whispered Before I could finish, a doctor stepped up to us. Dad pulled away from me, turning towards the doctor with a look that asked more questions than a thousand words could answer.“Mr Pierce, I am sorry but Janet

“You look so beautiful, Avery” the makeup artist complimented and it made me smile confidently.Today is the fashion show where I am to be the lead model and the air around me buzzed with excitement and energy..Models flitted in the room next to me.I looked through a tiny hole and caught a glimpse of Sarah and her models. They were all dressed in shimmering outfits and makeup.I looked at my unrecognizable reflection in the mirror and felt a sense of satisfaction.“Honestly, you are the most beautiful person here” a voice from behind jolted me out of my thoughts and when I looked back, it was Brian.“Oh, thank you Brian. But you should stop sneaking up on people like that” I scolded.Brian smiled at me and for a moment, I felt quite uncomfortable for unknown reasons.“I can't wait to see you in your full potential” Brian said, with a mischievous smile plastered on his lips.“Oh please, that cannot be my full potential. I am also capable of other things, you know?”“Oh really? Am al

“Please love me. You once loved me, why can't you love me the same way again?”“Who could that be?” I muttered to myself “Ethan, please make love to me. I want you so bad” Sarah's voice gave a whispering echoThe mention of Ethan's name sent shivers down my spine.“What is she doing to him?” I asked“Leave me alone” Ethan weakly saidThen it became clear to me that was not in the right frame of mind.I immediately pushed the door open and was shocked at the sight before me.Ethan was laid on the dressing table with shirts off while Sarah was trying to pull off his pants“Ethan” I shouted and drew closer.“Leave him alone. He isn't yours anymore” Sarah shouted defensively The rage I felt at the moment was evident in my face“How could she?” I thought to myself as I gave a resounding slap on both sides of her face and pushed her away such that she fell on the pile of clothes behind her. I struggled to carry the vulnerable Ethan away. He was drunk and had almost all his body weight on

There was heavy rainfall when I got home. I was already drenched in the rain as I made my way upstairs. I looked in the mirror and found love marks at the crook of my neck.Moments from a while ago began flooding in my memories. Everything happened so fast that it didn't give me time to think.I felt tears welled up in my eyes.Tears of regret. Tears that wished everything had turned out differently between me and Ethan.I wished it was a happily ever after with us. We were at the verge of starting a family.“What now happens to little Ethan and Avery” I thought to myself as one tear created a path for others to flow down.“Why does life have to be so cruel” I thought to myself and the tears have been holding back finally tickled down my cheeksIt was raining cats and dogs outside. I walked over to the window, looking at the sky, maybe I could get some relief from all these.At this moment, I caught sight of a familiar figure, but then I waved it aside.Maybe it was my mind playing ga