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Chapter 10 Veronica’s POV As tired as I was, curiosity won over. I wanted to know everything about the man who became my grandmother’s dying wish and Orthon seemed to know him. Talk about fate…. “Your teacher?” I asked, my voice laced with disbelief as I pushed myself to sit up. I wanted answers. Orthon … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 10” »
Chapter 9 Carter’s POV Two days. It had been two full days since Veronica stormed out. I’d expected her to return by now, the way she always did, headstrong at first, then softened by reality. I thought she would grovel, begging me to take her back and I would. But this time, nothing. Not a … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 9” »
Chapter 8 Saviour Veronica’s POV I woke to an unfamiliar ceiling, the faint sound of rain tapping against the windows. My body felt heavy, my limbs weighed down by exhaustion and the lingering ache of the fever that had left me drained. For a moment, I stayed still. letting the warmth of the blanket around … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 8” »
Chapter 7 Stranded Veronica’s POV The rain showed no mercy as I trudged down the empty street, dragging my battered suitcase behind me. The wheels kept catching on uneven cracks, jolting me forward and back with every step. My clothes were soaked through, clinging to my skin, and the cold gnawed at my bones. Tears … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 7” »
Chapter 6 Regrets Veronica’s POV His face was flustered and red with embarrassment, confirming how right I was. My heart squeezed tightly as the truth became clearer by the minute. This man didn’t make any effort to know me, even after seven years as his secretary and three years as his wife. “They aren’t for … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 6” »
Chapter 5 Chapter 5 Having Double Mind Veronica’s POV I began rethinking my decision as I packed my things. I knew I was doing the right thing but I just didn’t know if I was ready to give up my feelings for Carter yet. It felt like I was giving up. Each piece of clothing … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 5” »
Chapter 4 The Divorce Carters POV I stared at the divorce papers in front of me, the harsh, cold words blurring together. When she threw the words at me during the funeral, I thought she was simply bluffing, trying to get under my skin but now, I realised how wrong I was. Veronica, my wife, … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 4” »
Chapter 3 Grandma’s funeral Veronica’s POV The church was quiet, the kind of silence that pressed on your chest and made it hard to breathe. I knelt beside Grandma’s coffin, my fingers trembling as I placed the plate of apple pie beside her handkerchiefs. It felt wrong somehow, offering her favourite dessert when I knew … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 3” »
Chapter 2 No Love Veronica’s POV I took a shaky breath “ A mistake?” my voice was almost inaudible. “Do you have any idea how long I’ve loved you, Carter? How hard have I tried to make this work?” My voice broke. “Three years… three years of trying to be someone you could care for … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 2” »
Chapter 1 Heartbreak Veronica’s POV He is laughing with her again. I stood outside Carter’s office, gripping the tray of coffee and muffins so tightly that my fingers ached. Through the glass wall, I could see him sitting across from Meghan, his first love. His laughter echoing faintly in the air, deep and warm, the … Read More “The Billionaire Heiress Strikes Back 1” »