All Chapters of BILLIONAIRE IN THE SHADOW : Chapter 21
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Dominic met Aunt Vanessa at Hakkasan
As the exchange started heating up, a voice came from the back— Bold and challenging."And if she says she's not going to pay a dime, what are you going to do about it?" The air shifted. Heads turned to see who had the gut to intrude in the scuffle.Vanessa turned to see a young guy of twenty two. He dressed in a casual outfit, his hands jammed in his pocket in quiet composure, making him look more mature than his young look. His skin glowed bronze under the streetlight which accentuated his handsomeness. Dominic walked into the scene casually, his eyes locked on the bugatti guy."And who the heck are you?! Step back or you're really going to have a big problem." The Buggati guy sneered, looking at Dominic with a condescending gaze.Dominic raised a brow, his confidence unyielding. "And how's that question supposed to help your life right now because it looks like you don't know you're the one in trouble."The air seemed to hold its breath at that moment. Vanessa' eyes narrowed o
Nessa met the CEO unbeknownst
Vanessa ordered the Oolong tea and another steaming cup of coffee. She walked to Dominic where he seated at the corner of the restaurant and sat on the opposite chair."Here," she set the mugs on the table with a sweet smile. "Thank you for the other time." she said.Dominic smiled lightly. "You know you've actually said a hundred 'thank you' in just a few minutes, Vanessa. I helped out because it's what I counted necessary I should do.""And I'm flattered by the kind gesture," She said and gently pushed the mug across. "This is for you."Dominic's eyes widened in mild surprise. "Oh, really. You know you shouldn't have stressed yourself to do that.""I have to," Said Vanenssa. "Take it as a little kind gesture for my kind helper. And moreover, I think it's really getting cold outside so you'll need it."Dominic smiled. "Thank. The mechanic's already working on your car. It should be ready in a few minutes." He said and leaned forward. "You told me you just came back to the city. Y
Love is no games
Vanessa clad silk nightwear and laid on the bed to sleep, but she couldn't shake the thought about Dominic away from her mind. Remembering she hadn't saved his number earlier, she sat straight and grabbed her phone from the night stand.To her surprise, the phone started ringing coincidentally. Her eyes narrowed on the number glowing on the screen as it hinted at slight recognition."Dominic," She mumbled, a faint smile curling at the corner of her lips. With a racing heart of joy, she picked up the call and pressed the phone to her ear."My kind helper," She teased, her smile lingering like a juvenile in a late night call with her secret lover. "I was just about to message you before your call came in." Dominic smiled at the other end. Even though Vanessa couldn't see it, she could imagine it."Really?" Dominic said. "I should have put a call across since, but I assumed you'll still be on the road driving."Vanessa nodded, clearly thrilled by his thoughtfulness and sincerity. "Th
Home for the King
Early morning the next day when mists still clung sharp to the air, three convoys screeched to a stop at the gate of the sovereign Crest hotel.Two Bentley bentagya flanking a Royce both front and back pulled over in style and precision.The door of the two Bentagya slings opened and out-stepped imposing men in black suits. Each of the men looks like they were carved from brick; shoulder raised high like walls, eyes stern. Cold. They stood beside the car like one under a quiet command, scanning the area with sharp eyes that could piece steel.Lastly, the door of her middle Royce Rolls opened and Vega Cross stepped out in an navy immaculate designer suit that he specifically imported from Kerela.He tugged the hem of the suit as he stood straighter, his eyes locked on the entrance of the hotel like he was a groom anticipating for the entrance of his bride. But this was no wedding ceremony....it was a comeback.And then Dominic Reid appeared beyond the gate, gliding through the mist wi
Smart ghost trillionaire
The foyer spread like sky. The height from the floor level— marvelous. The width— enormous.Murals and framed pictures sprawled the wall, each one a perfect work of art and display of wealth. At a cooler side, light blue light glowed from a mini-aquarium. Guppy fishes swam happily in the colourful water, wagging their tails gently as though they were welcoming the magnificent newcomer— The king of the empire himself.Dominic Reid.Dominic's eyes captured every detail of the interior designs as he walked the hallway, Vega Cross trailing him with a quiet pace."Everything looks so surreal. I have been away all my life since I was a kid for some reasons my parents couldn't tell me before they were killed."Vega Cross stepped forward to his side with a light frown. "Master," He said. "Your parents died naturally. It was plane crash. Their body wasn't found."Dominic looked at him, his expression calm, but his mind was calculating faster. He raised a brow at Vega, but he didn't talk imme
The next fifteen minutes
Aunt Vanessa— Vanessa stirred awake from her bed, the silk night wear shuffling gently as she sat up on the bed. She dragged the sling of the nightwear properly and looked at that wall clock, her mind processing how the day would unfold at Reid Eighteen. Her proposals lay in her portfolio. Well prepared. Finally crafted after second guessing every detail. Every lines.Reid Eighteen isn't just any small company. They're the biggest conglomerate in the world. Other companies bowed under their shade. They don't go for mediocrity but the best. No excuses. No mistakes. And Vanessa made sure she went over and over and over through everything to perfect the proposal. Yet, she was unsure of herself.It was 7.a.m."I have to prepare early to get there early." She stood up from the bed and walked in the bathroom to prepare for the day.After about thirty minutes, she stepped out of the bathroom and began to dress up.She adjusted her suit for the umpteenth time in front of the mirror, making
$5 million dollars extract
That same morning, Connor Lumbard, H.H— Hot and handsome, AKA the hottest guy on campus, stirred awake late on his bed, stretching hands to the limit mid-air like elastic that would snap.He crashed home drunk after the previous night's night party, sneaking to his room in the middle of the night while his parents were dead asleep. He'd been restricted from attending night parties after he crashed one of his father's cars one night. But fun isn't something he would miss based on some restrictions He rubbed his eyes gently to have a clear view of his room. His eyes caught the wall clock. 9.p.m. His heart skipped, but in the second, his expression relaxed."I don't have to prepare for any damn classes again," He smirked, realizing he's now a graduate. Before he could step down from the bed, his phone buzzed from the nightstand. He reached the nightstand for it to see 'Popsy' glowing on the screen.He stood up, slicking his hair to the back as he picked up the call."Hey, dad. Good mo
His secret throne and the secrets
Securities in crisp navy uniforms flanked the gigantic black gate of Reid Eighteen. Towering concrete fence wound the empire 360 degree. Cameras, 4k, the kind that can see any slightest suspicious movement mounted on top of the fence, whirling around gently. The securities stood straight, their perceptive eyes scanning each vehicle as they engaged in thorough inspection, before waving them through the gate.Dominic eased his car forward gently, his finger gripping the wheel in calm composure. He slipped forward to the security check, wounding the side glass down. He smiled at the security guy lightly."Good morning, Sir." The young security greeted politely. He leaned closer enough for his eyes to scan the interior of the car. Dominic nodded gently. "Morning, officer.""Your gate pass, please." The security requested.Dominic's expression narrowed with a mix of surprise and confusion."Oh, I never knew I'll be needing one," He said, "This is my first time here, so I didn't realize t
Mischievous Cole
Isabella fired on, like she'd read Vanessa finish as absolute trash."Old hags like you shouldn't be in a place like this," She sneered, her nose wrinkling like she smelled poop. " Here is not a place for an upgrade for your thrift store!" Vanessa was quiet. Too stunned to speak as she was processing if she'd met with the loud woman before in the past. But there was no crack of recognition.Vanessa was mature enough to hold back. She looked down at her documents to see ripped edges.Her eyes narrowed on Isabella offensively now. "I don't know if I have ever met you before, but do you know you're causing a scene right now? And.." she gestured at the document. "You just ruined my document. You should be apologizing for the little damage you caused."Isabella cracked into laughter. Her eyes darted down to the document. She caught the content. Restaurant proposal. Dishes. She chest convulsed as she burst into another laughter that dripped mockey. She felt too secure in the moment, lashin
Vanessa's crown
Isabella's eye lightened up. "You'll do that," She said, her mind already calculating how she want Vanessa tossed out of the office. "Such people don't even deserve to be in a place like this in the first place. I'm willing to see her dragged out of the office. Someone needs to teach her a lesson."Tristen smirked, his gaze sliding to the door lazily. "The investment Director is my close associates. Just one call. I'll have her lose her face." Tristen stepped to the side, away from Isabella's hearing. The moment he felt secured in the quiet corner, his smirk ashened instantly. He didn't even know anyone at Reid Eighteen. The truth is— He came here, seeking employment after he got fired from his former job for incompetence.He pulled out his phone, his palm clammy with sweats. He held the phone tighter so as not to slip. He looked over his shoulder and forced a smile at Isabella whose face was full of expectations. He never wants to miss this opportunity to impress Isabella. They cou