All Chapters of FROM ASHES TO BILLIONS.: Chapter 71
- Chapter 72
72 chapters
Chapter 71: In Your Own Coins
“Y…you're insane…” Layla stuttered, feeling the blood drain from her body.Paige chuckled, a low humourless sound. “That's you being ungrateful. Most people would say thank you. I feel bad,”“G…et out of my party or I'll kill you,”“Really? You'd just pick up a knife and slice it through my skin?” Paige said in a sarcastic tone, demonstrating the movement of a knife with her hands. “No darling,” She said, brushing Layla's hair gently. “People will think you're a psychopath,”“You won't get away with this, I promise,” Layla said, the tears almost dropping from her eyes.“I can't wait for your next move,” Paige laughed as she walked to the stage. She picked up a microphone and waved to the murmuring crowd. “Ladies and gentlemen, a moment please...”It took a few minutes of pleading before silence settled upon the guests, each waiting for what she had to say. When Paige noticed the attention, she cleared her throat. “Guys, I appreciate your time and effort in coming here to support Layla
Chapter 72: A Former Police Officer.
Layla gasped and turned around, her grip on Paige loosening. The elderly housekeeper stood behind them, alarm flashing in her eyes. “Wh…what are you doing?”“Oh, it's nothing, we're just playing around,” Layla straightened with a chuckle. She patted Paige's hair and pulled her closer in an awkward embrace. “Right, Paige?”The housekeeper lowered her brows in suspicion, walking towards Paige. “Are you okay, miss?” She sent Layla a hard glare. “If it was just a play, what are these scars and bruises on her face?"Irritated, Layla snapped. “Shut up! When did an ordinary maid started asking questions in this house?”“The young master will be informed of this,” She replied curtly as she tucked an arm around Paige's elbow for support. She led her to the bed and lowered her slowly. “Are you okay?” She asked and Paige nodded, whimpering in pain.Layla scoffed and muttered under her breath. “Gosh, what a manipulative bitch.” Loudly, she raged. “Good at pretending, are you? Why don't you go ahe