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Chapter 16 The day of the wedding was perfect, like something out of a dream. The garden was transformed into a wonderland of white roses and fairy lights. Rows of chairs lined the pathway to an arch draped in satin and fresh blooms. The sun bathed everything in golden light, casting a warm glow over … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 16” »
Chapter 15 77 expression. “Amanda, you have nothing to apologize for.” I shook my head, tears pooling in my eyes. “No, I do. I didn’t want to ruin the family‘ s reputation or drag you into my mess. I was trying to protect myself—and all of you—but I just made things worse.” Andres leaned forward, … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 15” »
Chapter 14 “You fucking evil!” I shouted, my voice echoing through the cold, dimly lit warehouse. My wrists burned from the ropes cutting into them, but the pain was nothing compared to the rage boiling inside me. “Why did you do it, Gabriel? Why did you publish the article? Why the video?!” Gabriel leaned against … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 14” »
Chapter 13 Bryant’s POV The church was quiet, save for the occasional whispers of the guests. I stood near the altar, adjusting the cufflinks on my sleeves for the hundredth time. My jaw clenched as I glanced at the grand doors of the church again, still closed. An hour. Amanda was late. I tried to … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 13” »
Chapter 12 The video played on a loop in my mind, each detail a fresh wound. My family s reputation, my future with Bryant- everything I had worked for was at risk of falling apart. I couldn’t let this happen. If this was shown publicly, then I won t have a face anymore. My fingers … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 12” »
6/6 Chapter 11 he really think he can buy me with flowers? I didn’t bother reading it. “Throw it away,” I said, waving a hand dismissively. The maid hesitated. “Are you sure? There are gifts as well. They‘ re piling up in the hall-” “Throw them all away,” I snapped, my tone sharper than I … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 11” »
Chapter 10 The first thing I felt was pain. A sharp, searing sensation radiated from my feet, and my chest tightened as I gasped for air. My eyes shot open, the blinding white of the hospital room nearly overwhelming me. I screamed, the agony hitting me all at once. My hands clutched at the blanket … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 10” »
Chapter 9 “Hold still,” I said, dabbing gently at Bryant’s temple with a damp cloth. Bryant winced, his lips twitching into a faint smile. “You‘ re enjoying this, aren’t you?” I gave him a pointed look. “Enjoying seeing you bruised and battered? Hardly. But maybe this will teach you not to pick fights.” The television … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 9” »
Chapter 8 I couldn’t get the kiss out of my head. No matter how hard I tried to focus on other things, my thoughts kept drifting back to the moment I fell into him- literally. His piercing blue eyes, the warmth of his hands on my waist, the brush of his lips against mine. Bryant … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 8” »
Chapter 7 My face was everywhere. The television blared in the background, showing footage of last night‘ s banquet. Headlines scrolled across the screen: “Long–Lost Smith Heiress Returns!” “Amanda Smith: The Real Daughter of the Smith Dynasty.” I sat on the plush sofa in my grand room, staring at the screen in disbelief. My face … Read More “The Abandoned Girl Is The Real Daughter Of The Billionaires Chapter 7” »