All Chapters of The billionaire’s beloved : Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

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heartbreak

IreneIn the residential neighborhood of West Brunswick, it was ten o’clock at night when I opened the door and stepped into the house. Everything was pitch-black. I pressed the switch, and the crystal chandelier lit up, its light reflected on the large bay windows, casting my shadow onto the floor.Tomorrow, this house would become my marital home.My fiancé, Perry Bart—department director, handsome, always attentive. I was so lucky to have met such a man in my life. According to tradition, we weren’t supposed to see each other the day before the wedding, so Perry was staying here while I stayed at my best friend Liliana’s home.Right before going to bed, I had checked the things I needed for the next day and realized I had forgotten my wedding veil. So I slipped quietly into the house without calling Perry first, just to surprise him. Thinking that after tomorrow Perry and I would live happily together forever, I was all smiles. I put on my slippers and walked toward the living room

Is this your first time?

Nathan: “Is it your first time?”Still shaken by what he had just seen, Nathan shifted his gaze back to me.Nathan: “Yeah, so what? Do you have a problem with virgins?”He frowned and looked at me with an expression I couldn’t decipher.Nathan: “Go on, tell me what you want. Money?”After a long silence, he spoke again with the same indifference as before.Me: “So every woman who sleeps with you asks for money, is that it?”I felt insulted and glared at Nathan. Last night… I had only wanted to release everything I was feeling, and now I almost regretted doing something so stupid.Me: “Do I look like a prostitute to you? We just answered a need. I don’t need your money. And now, we go back to being strangers. Period.”That meant I didn’t want to say anything more to Nathan, and I quickly left the hotel. Once I arrived at Liliana’s place, she dragged me straight into my room.Liliana: “Irène, you didn’t come home last night. Do you know how worried I was? I called you but you didn’t ans

the types of men who are interested in me

Me: “Liliana, what do you think I should do now?”I stood there, staring blankly out the window. For years, Perry had been my entire world. Everything I did revolved around him. Now that he was gone, I felt like I had lost all purpose. I didn’t even know why I woke up in the morning anymore.Liliana: “Irène, he’s just trash. Thank God you realized it before it was too late. Imagine finding out after the wedding.”Sitting next to me, Liliana wrapped her arms around me to comfort me. I could see the worry in her eyes, but my heart… it hurt even more.I had cried every tear I had these past few days, but the heartbreak refused to disappear.Liliana: “Irène, you’ll forget him eventually. And you’ll find a man a million times better than him.”I was really lucky to have her by my side at that moment. Without her, I wasn’t sure I would’ve survived this far.Liliana: “Get up, get dressed and put on some makeup. We’re going shopping today. It’ll do you good. You’ll see—after this, Perry will

a modest person

Me: “Darling, what are you doing here? Did you come to pick me up?”When he saw me, his usually handsome face immediately darkened. He was visibly furious. I knew I was putting him in an embarrassing position in front of his employees, but I didn’t have time to think about that. Perry and Courtney were right there, and I refused to be humiliated in front of them. So I used Nathan to save face.Nathan: “You? What are you doing here?”His voice was low, but I could clearly feel the anger in his tone.Me: “Please… just do me this one favor. After all, I gave you my virginity, the least you could do is play along.”I had no idea how Nathan would react. Would he reject me? Go along with it? I had no clue. His dark eyes were furious, unreadable. I couldn’t guess what he was thinking, but instinctively, I could feel the dangerous aura radiating from him.Just when I thought he would push me away, he suddenly wrapped an arm around my waist and looked into my eyes with a soft smile.Nathan: “A

New life

Nathan: “Take your friend home first. I need to talk to you.”Me: “I don’t think we have anything to talk about. If that’s all, I’ll go.”I didn’t understand why just meeting Nathan’s dark gaze could unsettle me so much. I grabbed Liliana by the arm to leave. I had drunk way too much that night. I had let myself go, and so had Nathan. But now I was sober, and I no longer had the courage to talk to him.Liliana: “Well… I’ll leave you two. I just remembered I still have some errands to run. Irene, I’m going now,” she said.I had no idea what she was up to. She let go of my arm and slipped away immediately, leaving me alone. Just as I was about to leave, Nathan grabbed my wrist. He pulled me toward a corner near the stairs and pinned me against the wall. We were so close I could almost feel his scent, his masculine aura. I had been completely drunk that night. Aside from the fact that we slept together, I remembered nothing. And now my heart was racing wildly.Me: “Na… Nathan, what are y

Did you have sex with him?

I got up early, determined to prepare myself. I slipped into a professional outfit, knowing I had an important interview ahead. A touch of makeup was all I allowed, just enough to look polished. I worked in advertising design, and today, I was stepping into a chance to join a bigger agency.Standing in front of Milshire’s largest advertising agency, I felt a twinge of intimidation. The building loomed over me, far grander than anything I’d ever experienced. I had spent my career in small agencies; my results had always been excellent, but the rewards had been modest. To truly advance, I needed to be part of a larger company. That was why I was here. The only catch? Perry worked here. Initially, the thought of applying filled me with dread. But for my career, I forced myself to take the risk. I had to swallow the unpleasant reality: working in the same place as him.I also knew that Nathan had founded this company, though it was just a side venture for him. Running into him seemed almo

spy and listen

Why was he here? And with a super–famous celebrity on top of that! Nathan really did know everyone—even the most popular stars.While I was busy wondering what was going on between them, Nathan suddenly glanced in my direction. Panic shot through me, and I quickly turned away so he wouldn’t see my face. But of course, I kept listening. Who doesn’t love a little gossip?Alana: “Nathan, I know I messed up. Can’t you just forgive me?”Nathan: “I’ve already made myself clear. We’re done. Stop bothering me.”I heard Nathan’s voice—he sounded impatient, almost annoyed.Alana: “Nathan, don’t talk to me like that! If there’s anything I can change, I will. I’ll change for you, okay? As long as you don’t leave me.”From the corner of my eye, I stole a peek at them. Since his back was turned, I grew bolder.Honestly, I didn’t think any man could turn her down. A woman like her lowering herself like that? And Alana wasn’t just anyone—she was gorgeous, famous, adored by the public. Men would liter

It was a coincidence.

I smiled awkwardly, trying to hide my embarrassment. After all, I shouldn’t be proud of listening to something that didn’t concern me—it was really impolite.Nathan: “Is someone with you? Or did you see a ghost?”Nathan frowned and stepped closer to me. My heart was racing for no reason every time he took a step toward me.Nathan: “What are you doing here alone? Did you drink?”He kept getting closer. He glanced at the beer bottle next to me and frowned. He probably didn’t like women who drank.Me: “Well, I… I ended up here by accident. I really didn’t mean to overhear your conversation with Alana.”I thought Nathan would ask me if I’d heard him talking to Alana. Since it was me who had eavesdropped, I confessed quickly, looking guilty, before he could say anything.Nathan: “Since you heard… don’t you have anything to say?”He stepped forward. Since I was sitting on the ground and he was standing, I could only look up at his tall figure.Me: “Well… Alana is gorgeous… are you really br

You're the one who provoked me.

Nathan: “Irene, can’t you speak properly?”Nathan’s face darkened the moment he saw how submissive I looked. He frowned and stared at me with open disgust.I had always thought men liked obedient women, but Nathan seemed to be the exception. He looked repulsed by what I’d just done.Me: “Let me go and I’ll talk properly.”Nathan: “Too late. You’re the one who provoked me that night.”After saying that, he started walking toward me, and I quickly stepped back.Nathan: “Watch out!”He shouted. By then, I had already backed up to the edge of the riverside and nearly fell in.Me: “Ah…”I squeezed my eyes shut and screamed, thinking I was about to fall. I couldn’t swim! Would Nathan save me if I fell into the water? I hadn’t even enjoyed life properly yet… I didn’t want to die now!Just as those thoughts were panicking me, I felt an arm wrap tightly around my waist. In an instant, I was pulled back into Nathan’s arms.I was terrified, screaming and unable to calm down for a long while.Nat

At the restaurant

I pouted in displeasure. Sometimes, he really could be harsh with his words.Did he not care about the women he had slept with before?But I could only murmur this in my heart. I didn’t dare speak honestly. I knew he was in a bad mood and that I’d be in trouble if I annoyed him. I had to keep quiet.After a long moment, I finally decided to take the 12-hour emergency pills. As I opened the package, Nathan handed me a fresh bottle of water.At least he knew I needed water.I took the bottle and swallowed the pills without hesitation.Nathan watched me, frowning, without saying a word. I couldn’t tell what he was thinking from those deep eyes.Me: “I’ve paid my debt. I think from now on, we’ll be strangers. Don’t ever bother me again.”After a short pause, I tidied up my outfit a little and spoke seriously, looking Nathan straight in the eyes.He frowned and stared silently at me. I had no idea what was going through his mind. His expression was always sly, giving me the impression he w

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