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Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 19
As Desmond stepped out of House of Luxoria, heading to Camilla’s villa to drop off the items bought, his phone rang. He didn't hesitate to pick up. It was Felix Grayson calling—his friend from the orphanage home. Felix had just won a contract, along with a promotion at work, and he needed all his friends to celebrate with him.“Hello, buddy!” a voice from the other end rang out.“Felix, how have you been?” Desmond asked.“Good. You?”“Good too.”The two friends exchanged greetings with soft chuckles, their smiles stretching wide. It felt like sunlight cutting through a long, cloudy day—warm and familiar after the silence.“I'll be throwing a party at VibeSquare Suites Hotel tomorrow. I’d be glad if you attended,” Felix said.“Okay. Congratulations. I’d try to be there.”“Alright.” Then, the call ended.Getting to Frederick’s villa, Camilla met him at the gate. She wore a casual outfit and no makeup, yet her face glowed like dew-kissed petals at dawn.She escorted him inside. The home
Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 20
When Desmond was set to leave, Camilla saw him off. At one side of the building, Desmond handed the clothing bought from House of Luxoria to Camilla.“Take it. You can change your wardrobe, now that your position has sped up,” Desmond said, stretching the paper bag toward her.Camilla looked at him in surprise, her eyes dilating like someone hoping to catch an extra sentence that would explain why she deserved such gifts.But Desmond said nothing more.“Oh… what’s that?” Camilla asked, smiling as she searched inside the bag. She brought out the goods one after the other, admiring every piece like a painter analyzing a masterpiece on silk.Her eyes widened at the quality of the dresses, the thoughtful colors, the perfect sizes, the delicate stitching that whispered luxury, and the way each fabric shimmered under the light like moonlight dancing on water.Camilla could recognize quality wear. Even though she didn’t have many of them, she had seen such pieces during her visits to high-en
Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 21
“Apparently, you don’t know how to spell the word ‘die!’ Desmond snapped.With those words, silence gripped the air. Everyone stared at him like he had just challenged a thunderstorm.Who was this guy?Did he have some kind of supernatural backing?Or did he simply not understand who Lucian Blackwood was and what that name carried?Just then, Lilian sprang from Kingsley’s lap and stormed toward Desmond like a raging bull.“You must be a fool! Today, you dared a great man. If you survive what’s coming, it’ll be by sheer luck. I’m sure the hospital that takes you in will need weeks to stitch you back together,” she hissed, venom dripping from every word like acid on glass.“What are you waiting for? Surround him!” Lucian barked at his bodyguards.Three bulky men advanced. Their chests were like loaded barrels, muscles flexing under tight shirts. They looked like they’d been built in a gym and hardened on the streets.They closed in, glaring at Desmond like wolves circling prey.“How dare
Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 22
A range of thoughts swirled through Lucian’s mind leaving him unsettled.His mind couldn’t rest. He didn’t want even a scratch on his car, let alone breaking it, but now, it seemed that was the only solution left.But was he really going to break the car's glass?Damn it! Fixing that would cost nearly thirty thousand dollars to replace a Bugatti Chiron’s bulletproof glass alone.Not that he couldn’t afford it, but to think of breaking the glass for such a reason? And because of other people’s filthy mistakes? That’s what gnawed at him the most.He couldn’t think of a solution at that moment.Everyone around was watching the scene unfold like bystanders at a slow-motion train wreck, helpless and wide-eyed.They knew Kingsley was in deep trouble.Kingsley, who had already risen from the ground, looked calm now, his demeanor as gentle as a dove’s, masking the storm within.He, too, was stuck. No solution came to his mind.The only possible escape from Lucian’s wrath was to get the car op
Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 23
Gasps rippled through the crowd like a stone dropped into still water. The impossible had just happened at the hands of the man everyone had scorned just minutes ago.Lucian’s eyes were wide, jaw clenched, yet no words escaped. Even he, the untouchable Lucian, hadn’t expected this. The bitterness of being outdone before such a crowd scraped at his pride like a thorn across bare skin.Kingsley, meanwhile, stood frozen. His face twitched, composure unraveling with each heartbeat. He glanced around, desperate for a scoff, a smirk, anything to make it all seem like a prank. But the silence screamed louder than mockery.Somewhere in the crowd, Lilian rose slowly. Her expression was unreadable, but her clenched jaw betrayed the storm within. She had never seen Kingsley look so small, not in stature, but in dignity.“Go on,” Desmond said, turning slightly toward him, his voice calm but slicing like a blade over the glass.Kingsley hesitated. He didn’t want to. Not here. Not in front of ever
Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 24
“Why would you put such in your hand?” Sterling said annoyingly, his brows furrowed in disbelief as he looked at the worn wristwatch now strapped around Felix’s wrist.“What if it's harmful to you? I don't trust him,” he continued, his voice laced with seriousness. “You don’t even know where that’s been. What if he poisoned it? Or tampered with it?”Felix turned sharply. “Stop it, Sterling. Desmond is my friend. Right from my teens. Even before I knew you. He can’t do that to me.”The weight in Felix’s tone made a few heads turn. For a man known for his easy smile and measured calm, it was rare to hear such firmness from him. But Sterling was unmoved.“Friend?” he scoffed. “You’re joking, right?”Sterling’s voice climbed an octave, drawing attention again. “He brought a beat-up trinket to a millionaire’s celebration! And you call that a friend? No, Felix, this isn’t loyalty, it’s delusion. You’ve outgrown people like him.”Desmond stood still, his hands in his pockets, gaze unflinchi
Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 25
“You’re wearing something worth more than this entire ballroom. Perhaps more than your current net worth.”The whispers exploded like a bursting dam.Sterling staggered back slightly, the color draining from his face as though he had seen a ghost.Felix looked between the man and Desmond, trying to process it all. “Why would you give me something like this?” he asked, his voice barely above a whisper, thick with disbelief.Desmond said nothing.Not yet.Everyone was stunned. Those who truly knew Ambassador Theo understood, he had been into luxury accessories for as long as anyone could remember. And Theo never spoke rubbish. If anything, his quietness often weighed heavier than most men’s loud boasts.Then, Theo looked up sharply, his eyes locking onto Desmond like a hawk spotting an unexpected prey. “Do you have any idea what this is?”Desmond gave a casual shrug, his tone unbothered.“Not really. Just know it meant a lot to someone who meant a lot to me.”Theo stared a moment longe
Broken to billionaire: A vengeful return CHAPTER 1
CHAPTER 1"Kra kra kra!"The sound of papers, lipstick, and other small items echoed in the room as they tumbled onto the tiled floor. Desmond Ashford had accidentally struck the bedroom shelf with the thick broom he was using to sweep.At the top of the shelf sat his wife’s bag, its zipper wide open. The force sent its contents falling out. Desmond bent down to pick them up, but as his fingers grazed over the scattered items, his breath hitched.His eyes landed on something, it made his vision blur for a split second.What?His fingers trembled as he picked up the objects, staring in utter disbelief."What???" He shouted, his voice laced with shock.He blinked. His mind raced. Was he seeing correctly?His pulse pounded as he rushed to the bed."Pa pa pa!" He tapped his wife, Tatiana Lancaster, on the back of her ankle, not daring to touch her elsewhere. She was still deep in sleep, not knowing what was happening around her."Pa pa!" He tapped again, more insistently.Tatiana stirr
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CHAPTER 25
“You’re wearing something worth more than this entire ballroom. Perhaps more than your current net worth.”The whispers exploded like a bursting dam.Sterling staggered back slightly, the color draining from his face as though he had seen a ghost.Felix looked between the man and Desmond, trying to process it all. “Why would you give me something like this?” he asked, his voice barely above a whisper, thick with disbelief.Desmond said nothing.Not yet.Everyone was stunned. Those who truly knew Ambassador Theo understood, he had been into luxury accessories for as long as anyone could remember. And Theo never spoke rubbish. If anything, his quietness often weighed heavier than most men’s loud boasts.Then, Theo looked up sharply, his eyes locking onto Desmond like a hawk spotting an unexpected prey. “Do you have any idea what this is?”Desmond gave a casual shrug, his tone unbothered.“Not really. Just know it meant a lot to someone who meant a lot to me.”Theo stared a moment longe
CHAPTER 24
“Why would you put such in your hand?” Sterling said annoyingly, his brows furrowed in disbelief as he looked at the worn wristwatch now strapped around Felix’s wrist.“What if it's harmful to you? I don't trust him,” he continued, his voice laced with seriousness. “You don’t even know where that’s been. What if he poisoned it? Or tampered with it?”Felix turned sharply. “Stop it, Sterling. Desmond is my friend. Right from my teens. Even before I knew you. He can’t do that to me.”The weight in Felix’s tone made a few heads turn. For a man known for his easy smile and measured calm, it was rare to hear such firmness from him. But Sterling was unmoved.“Friend?” he scoffed. “You’re joking, right?”Sterling’s voice climbed an octave, drawing attention again. “He brought a beat-up trinket to a millionaire’s celebration! And you call that a friend? No, Felix, this isn’t loyalty, it’s delusion. You’ve outgrown people like him.”Desmond stood still, his hands in his pockets, gaze unflinchi
CHAPTER 23
Gasps rippled through the crowd like a stone dropped into still water. The impossible had just happened at the hands of the man everyone had scorned just minutes ago.Lucian’s eyes were wide, jaw clenched, yet no words escaped. Even he, the untouchable Lucian, hadn’t expected this. The bitterness of being outdone before such a crowd scraped at his pride like a thorn across bare skin.Kingsley, meanwhile, stood frozen. His face twitched, composure unraveling with each heartbeat. He glanced around, desperate for a scoff, a smirk, anything to make it all seem like a prank. But the silence screamed louder than mockery.Somewhere in the crowd, Lilian rose slowly. Her expression was unreadable, but her clenched jaw betrayed the storm within. She had never seen Kingsley look so small, not in stature, but in dignity.“Go on,” Desmond said, turning slightly toward him, his voice calm but slicing like a blade over the glass.Kingsley hesitated. He didn’t want to. Not here. Not in front of ever
CHAPTER 22
A range of thoughts swirled through Lucian’s mind leaving him unsettled.His mind couldn’t rest. He didn’t want even a scratch on his car, let alone breaking it, but now, it seemed that was the only solution left.But was he really going to break the car's glass?Damn it! Fixing that would cost nearly thirty thousand dollars to replace a Bugatti Chiron’s bulletproof glass alone.Not that he couldn’t afford it, but to think of breaking the glass for such a reason? And because of other people’s filthy mistakes? That’s what gnawed at him the most.He couldn’t think of a solution at that moment.Everyone around was watching the scene unfold like bystanders at a slow-motion train wreck, helpless and wide-eyed.They knew Kingsley was in deep trouble.Kingsley, who had already risen from the ground, looked calm now, his demeanor as gentle as a dove’s, masking the storm within.He, too, was stuck. No solution came to his mind.The only possible escape from Lucian’s wrath was to get the car op
CHAPTER 21
“Apparently, you don’t know how to spell the word ‘die!’ Desmond snapped.With those words, silence gripped the air. Everyone stared at him like he had just challenged a thunderstorm.Who was this guy?Did he have some kind of supernatural backing?Or did he simply not understand who Lucian Blackwood was and what that name carried?Just then, Lilian sprang from Kingsley’s lap and stormed toward Desmond like a raging bull.“You must be a fool! Today, you dared a great man. If you survive what’s coming, it’ll be by sheer luck. I’m sure the hospital that takes you in will need weeks to stitch you back together,” she hissed, venom dripping from every word like acid on glass.“What are you waiting for? Surround him!” Lucian barked at his bodyguards.Three bulky men advanced. Their chests were like loaded barrels, muscles flexing under tight shirts. They looked like they’d been built in a gym and hardened on the streets.They closed in, glaring at Desmond like wolves circling prey.“How dare
CHAPTER 20
When Desmond was set to leave, Camilla saw him off. At one side of the building, Desmond handed the clothing bought from House of Luxoria to Camilla.“Take it. You can change your wardrobe, now that your position has sped up,” Desmond said, stretching the paper bag toward her.Camilla looked at him in surprise, her eyes dilating like someone hoping to catch an extra sentence that would explain why she deserved such gifts.But Desmond said nothing more.“Oh… what’s that?” Camilla asked, smiling as she searched inside the bag. She brought out the goods one after the other, admiring every piece like a painter analyzing a masterpiece on silk.Her eyes widened at the quality of the dresses, the thoughtful colors, the perfect sizes, the delicate stitching that whispered luxury, and the way each fabric shimmered under the light like moonlight dancing on water.Camilla could recognize quality wear. Even though she didn’t have many of them, she had seen such pieces during her visits to high-en
CHAPTER 19
As Desmond stepped out of House of Luxoria, heading to Camilla’s villa to drop off the items bought, his phone rang. He didn't hesitate to pick up. It was Felix Grayson calling—his friend from the orphanage home. Felix had just won a contract, along with a promotion at work, and he needed all his friends to celebrate with him.“Hello, buddy!” a voice from the other end rang out.“Felix, how have you been?” Desmond asked.“Good. You?”“Good too.”The two friends exchanged greetings with soft chuckles, their smiles stretching wide. It felt like sunlight cutting through a long, cloudy day—warm and familiar after the silence.“I'll be throwing a party at VibeSquare Suites Hotel tomorrow. I’d be glad if you attended,” Felix said.“Okay. Congratulations. I’d try to be there.”“Alright.” Then, the call ended.Getting to Frederick’s villa, Camilla met him at the gate. She wore a casual outfit and no makeup, yet her face glowed like dew-kissed petals at dawn.She escorted him inside. The home
CHAPTER 18
Desmond glared at her as she ran her filthy mouth, but he didn't react.“Okay then, who is the CEO of this company? Can I meet them?” Desmond asked.“Uh-uh.” Talia laughed, clapping her hands in mockery.“As famous as this boutique is, you don't even know who the owner is,” she said, her brows furrowed in disbelief.“Not even the gender, judging by the way you asked that question.”“Anyways, Miss Williams shouldn't even be known to a lowly man like you. Who are you to think you can meet with the CEO?” she scoffed.“Okay, no problem. Let's wait and see if I can see her or not,” Desmond said, bringing out his phone.He dialed Nicholas's number immediately.“Hello. I need the CEO of House of Luxoria to return to her boutique now. The riff-raffs she has here are standing on my nerves,” Desmond said calmly, yet his tone bit like an icy wind.“Oh! Who are those bastards? It seems Williams must be tired of seeing the sun. I'd be there shortly,” Nicholas retorted.“Oh, no. Don’t bother to co
CHAPTER 17
As Desmond stood up, walking forward, a shockwave was sent across the entire hall.Everyone couldn’t believe Desmond stood at the call of the president.Lilian and Kingsley looked at each other, clearly shocked.Is he the president truly?Never!How?Probably he was heading in another direction, and it was just a coincidence that he stood when the president was announced.Desmond got to the podium and whispered in Camilla’s ear to meet him outside after the main event.Then, he left the hall through the exit.At that moment, everyone felt relieved.It wasn't what they thought.They couldn’t even imagine it being true.In a few seconds after Desmond left and while everyone was still waiting for the president to come out, Arthur spoke again.“I’m sorry to announce to you that the president just made a signal from the public that he wishes to remain anonymous, so we’ll honor that request,” Arthur said.Everyone looked around, trying to figure out who the president could be.They had no id
