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The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter Ninety-nine
“What’s that for?” Sarah held where the slap landed on her cheeks as her eyes widened in shock.Emily glared at Sarah, fury burning in her eyes."You blabbed my secret to the whole world! And don't act all innocent, trying to 'help me' out there." She made air quotes.Sarah met Emily's gaze; her expression was one of wide-eyed innocence. "You have to believe me, Emily. I didn't do it."Emily scoffed loudly. "Really? You expect me to believe that?" Then how did the media find out?""You must have told Alex," Sarah insisted."He is probably the one who leaked it, because it definitely wasn't me." She shook her head adamantly, maintaining her innocence.Emily rolled her eyes at Sarah's performance. She had learned plenty about Alex since their breakup, and she was certain he could not do such a thing."Alex couldn't have done that," Emily stated flatly, staring Sarah down and waiting for her to finally confess the truth.“It’s not me, to be honest. I’m not lying. What would be gained if
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 100
Emily was shocked to see Isabella standing at her doorstep. Her brow furrowed, and her lips tightened into a stern expression as she demanded, "Why the hell are you here?" However, Isabella's lips curled into an amused smirk, her eyes sparkling with mischief, which caught her off guard, and she could not help but raise an inquisitive eyebrow, silently questioning Isabella's audacity. “Is it not humane to pay my rival a proper visit for once?” Isabella scoffed. “Do you realise this is my turf? Don’t think I will let your silly act slide like the other time. If you like yourself, I will implore you to get the hell out of here right now.” Emily was seething, as she was disgusted by Isabell’s sight. Isabella then swept her gaze across the surrounding area, scrunching her face in disgust. “I can see it’s your turf. It’s obvious.” She chuckled. “So I won’t waste your time because I’m only here for confirmation. “Good!" Emily snapped, her voice sharp and unyielding. "Alex is
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 101
Amara had been battling a silent killer—diabetes—for years, unbeknownst to Emily until she was informed by a doctor.Her negligence in managing the condition landed her in the hospital, unconscious for days, as her body fought a war she had long ignored, and now she lay motionless on the bed, her life hanging by a thread. When Emily received the call that Amara had regained consciousness and requested her presence, she rushed to the hospital, her heart filled with happiness. As she silently prayed for Amara's full recovery, she could not imagine a life without her.“Why couldn't you tell me about your health?” Emily blurted out immediately as she entered the ward where Amara was admitted.Amara didn't say anything but just smiled.Emily scrunched her face in fury and annoyance that Amara never informed her of the diabetes she was diagnosed with, considering how close they were."Thank you so much. I was told about your effort and help in the past few days. You are such a lovely soul
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 102
"Miss! Miss!" The doctor's urgent voice finally pulled Emily out of her daze. She blinked rapidly, trying to make sense of the situation. "I'm sorry, we lost her.” He stated it solemnly before turning and exiting the room without another word.Her gaze fell upon the bed, and her heart sank as she watched the nurses gently drape a blanket over Amara's still form.A lump formed in her throat as reality began to set in. "Is she truly dead?" she whispered, desperately hoping this was all some cruel prank despite the doctor's words.But the nurses remained silent, their solemn expressions speaking volumes as they filed past her, leaving her alone in the room with the shrouded figure.Tears welled up in her eyes as she slowly approached the bed, her steps heavy with grief. Trembling fingers reached out to caress the blanket-covered form. "So you decide to leave me in this cruel world..." she choked out, the finality of Amara's passing hitting her like a tonne of bricks.The harsh realit
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 103
Emily stood frozen, her trembling hands clutching the weathered pages of the old diary. Her eyes scanned the words once more, desperate to disprove their meaning. The room seemed to close in on her as the weight of the revelation bore down. The dim light from the bedside lamp cast long shadows across the walls, mirroring the turmoil within her."Amara is my mother?" Emily muttered in disbelief, her voice cracking as tears welled up and spilled over. Her knees buckled, and she collapsed onto the floor, the diary slipping from her grasp and landing with a muted thud. Betrayal coursed through her veins, a cold, unrelenting tide that she could not escape.For years, she had been indifferent about her biological mother, sometimes even resenting her for reasons she could not fully articulate. Yet, all along, the truth had been so close, like a bone buried just beneath the surface of her life, hidden but always present. "But why?" she asked the empty room, her voice barely a whisper.
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 104
On the way to the wedding hall, Alex sighed and closed his eyes, with Isabella sitting beside him in the car."You can do this, Alex. Just get through this, and then there's only one more thing to handle before it's over with her." He thought to himself, trying to muster some motivation.He dreaded the thought of kissing Isabella at the podium in front of everyone, but he knew it was unavoidable. The memory of the scene at the court they had just left replayed in his mind, filling him with disgust. The vows, which could have been an obstacle, were now behind them thanks to the compromise—the agreement after divorce—and this brought a fleeting smile to his lips.She noticed his brief smile and could not resist the urge to tease him. She loved having that power over him, making the formidable Alex seem weak and pliable. She loved having that power over him—making the formidable Alex, whom everyone else saw as strong, seem weak and pliable.She leaned her head lightly on his shoulder,
The Billionaire's Redemption 105
Emily did not regret accepting Sarah's proposal to spend the day together. They enjoyed each other's company immensely, from watching movies and playing games to cooking and sharing a meal. As Emily walked Sarah outside, Sarah beamed with joy. "It’s been so long since I’ve had a day this enjoyable," Sarah exclaimed with happiness. Emily responded with a warm smile, their eyes meeting in mutual understanding. She, too, had needed this companionship. Since Amara's death, a lingering pain has shadowed her days—especially the revelation that Amara, whom she had lost, was actually her mother. "We seem to have a real connection," Emily finally said, her voice sincere. Sarah, walking a few steps ahead, suddenly turned to face her. "So..." She began, drawing out the word, "Does that mean we're friends now?" Emily hesitated for a moment. "No, not quite yet. We're just acquaintances for now. Let's start from there," she replied, wanting to give their budding friendship a
The Billionaire's Redemption Chapter 106
Alex's brow furrowed as he scanned the contents of the file, revealing a school application form for a child named Jason. Confusion clouded his features; he had assumed it belonged to one of Isabella's stepbrothers, given their shared surname, until a stark realization struck him—none of them bore that name.He clutched the file, his gaze sweeping over the depths of her closet, where he had found the document. "Who could this belong to?" he muttered, his voice laced with bewilderment. "And why would she keep it hidden away like this?""Whatever." A part of him yearned to return the file to its resting place, dismissing it as none of his concern now that he had retrieved the item Isabella had requested. Yet, an insistent voice within him urged him to unravel the mystery—to uncover the child's identity and their connection to her.Driven by this curiosity, he resolved to task the private investigator, who had previously failed to uncover Isabella's motives for agreeing to their marr
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Weeks had flown by, each day adding another vibrant brushstroke to the masterpiece of Alex and Emily's relationship. The storm that had once threatened to tear them apart seemed like a distant memory now, their bond stronger than ever. Their love had blossomed into something even more beautiful: an engagement. He had popped the question in a cosy little restaurant, the kind of place where fairy lights twinkled like stars and the aroma of exquisite dishes filled the air.***Flashback***"Em..." His voice cut through the comfortable silence, with a hint of nervousness in his tone.She looked up from her plate, a forkful of pasta halfway to her mouth. "Hmm?" she mumbled, her eyebrows raised in curiosity.He took a deep breath, his fingers fidgeting with the edge of the tablecloth. "So, there's actually a main reason I set up this date. I mean, besides just hanging out and enjoying this sick view of the city lights."Her interest was instantly piqued. She set down her utensils with a so
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Alex froze just a few a few steps away from Emily's hospital room. He had just returned from home with the doctor-prescribed meal and some clothes, but what he overheard stopped him cold."Those few days... I've never been so terrified in my entire life." Emily's voice trembled from behind the door.He knew she would probably never open up to him about the horrors she had endured in captivity, no matter how much he begged her to share. Torn between respecting her privacy and his desperate need to understand what she had been through, he hesitated, deciding to listen."They starved me," she continued, her voice barely above a whisper. "Even though I was in agony, even knowing my condition, they only allowed me one meal a day. Like an idiot, I asked who was behind all this torture. They said it was Isabella's order." She let out a bitter laugh that barely masked her anguish. "Asking that question... God, they made me regret it."Her voice dropped to a whisper. "But the worst part, th
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Alex pushed open the door to Emily's hospital room, his heart sinking as he saw her still form on the bed. The steady beep of the heart monitor was the only sound breaking the silence. For a moment, he just stood there, frozen, as the weight of everything crashed down on him.He approached slowly, his eyes fixed on her pale face, willing her to open her eyes. She looked so fragile, surrounded by tubes and wires.He sank into the chair beside her bed, taking her hand gently in his. It felt so small and fragile. A lump formed in his throat as he struggled to find words."Hey, Em," he whispered, his voice cracking.He took her hand gently, his thumb tracing circles on her skin. "I'm back. I... I need you to wake up, okay? Please."He then squeezed her hand, searching for any sign of response. Nothing.His voice broke as he continued, tears welling up."I'm so sorry. God, I'm so sorry for everything. I know I've messed up big time. But I swear, if you just open your eyes, I'll make it r
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Alex could not tell if the chaos in his life lately was karma for what he had done, especially to Emily and their child. He wished he could take the punishment instead of them. Seeing Emily suffer was unbearable.Even without knowing the full extent of her ordeal during the abduction, watching her struggle on the hospital bed for the past two days was gut-wrenching."Mr. Thornton..." The doctor began."She experienced severe cardiac arrhythmia due to the extreme stress of recent events. We have managed to stabilise her condition, but she remains unconscious. The trauma appears to have been overwhelming for her system. At this point, we are monitoring her closely and hoping she regains consciousness soon. Her recovery is largely dependent on her body's ability to heal itself now."The doctor's words hit Alex like a sucker punch, leaving him winded and hollow. His mind reeled, trying to process the gravity of Emily's condition."God knows what happened to her in there." He muttered afte
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Alex was relieved when the doctor smiled before he spoke. The doctor then told him that the operation was successful."Thank you so much, doctor." He thanked the doctor, beaming with a smile."When can we visit her in a room?" he asked, his voice tight with worry."We will be moving her to the post-op floor in about 20 minutes. However, I'm afraid you won't be able to until tomorrow morning, Mr. Thornton," the doctor replied.Alex's face fell, his shoulders slumping. "Seriously? Why can't I see her tonight? Is it because of the visiting hours?" He pressed, frustration creeping into his tone because visiting hours were not meant to be a restraint for a person like him. "Or is something still wrong that you are not telling me?" He added."No, Mr. Thornton, it is not because of the visiting hours." The doctor smiled."It's just for precautions to avoid some implications because she would be examined closely in the room throughout today. But rest assured, they are both fine." He added,
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"Could she...could she..." Alex shook his head, not bringing himself to believe the thought that had overwhelmed his mind upon hearing the doctor's utterance. "Mr. Thornton, it would be better if we discussed it in my office." The doctor added. That confirmed his worst suspicions, and he felt his world crash down, believing Emily had died because of him—or so he thought."What do you mean by that?" Henry interrupted, while Alex stood in shock, convinced of the worst."I'm his best friend and confidant," Henry continued. "There is no need for him to follow you to your office to hear the news. I will be there too. Please tell us right now."The doctor glanced at Alex, as if seeking permission to break the news. Alex nodded sluggishly, convinced he already knew what the news was about.The doctor began, "Whatever she witnessed caused her severe shock, resulting in a panic attack and loss of consciousness. Given what she endured while being held captive, including physical and emotiona
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Alex's heart raced as he clung to Emily's hand, his voice breaking with desperation. "Em...please stay with me. Don't die on me, please. Wake up; I'm now here." His words echoed down the hospital's hallway, his tears falling on her lifeless body as three nurses wheeled the stretcher rapidly towards the emergency ward, their faces masked with determination.As the stretcher approached the heavy doors of the emergency room, he tried to follow, his grip tightening on her hand and his heart pounding in his chest. But a nurse, her eyes kind but firm, gently blocked his path."Please, Mr. Thornton..." she said softly, placing a comforting hand on his arm. "You can't enter inside with us. Stay here while we attend to her in the ward," she said, her tone firm but understanding."What do you mean?" He scrunched his face in annoyance."Look, that may be your protocol, but I'm going inside there. Nothing can stop me from that." He added sternly.The nurse sighed, her expression serious. "Mr.
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Upon arriving at the location, Alex was disappointed to find that the police officers had not arrived."I don't see the point of these useless officers," he muttered under his breath as he got out of the car.Henry called for him to return to the car, but he ignored him and walked determinedly towards the house at the address the private investigator had given him."Mr. Thornton," a voice from behind made him halt his track as he turned to see who it belonged to. It was the private investigator."What do you think you are doing? Where are the police officers? What's taking them so long?" He inquisitively asked Alex."Those useless officers are not here, which is why I have to go in myself." His face was creased. Henry had moved to stand behind them."Do you know what you are saying? You don't know what is in there, and you still want to go in regardless.""I don't care what awaits me in there or who the hell is there... All I know is that I'm going in." Alex insisted. "What is happ
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As promised, Henry returned to the city the next morning and headed straight to Alex's mansion.Alex could not believe his eyes when he saw Henry at his doorstep. In fact, it was Henry's arrival that woke him from his slumber, the remnants of last night's drinking still weighing him down.He chuckled in disbelief and threw his arm around Henry's shoulder, pulling him into a brotherly hug."Thanks, man. I really appreciate this. Thanks for always being there for me," he said, his breath reeking of alcohol as he patted Henry's back. "Man, you drank a lot last night," Henry chuckled as they disentangled from the hug.Alex's eyes, which had been bright upon seeing Henry, suddenly transformed into gloom. "You can't blame me, man. I just didn't know what to do.""It's okay. It will be fine." Henry assured him as they walked inside.Once inside and seated, Alex explained to Henry how his conversation with the investigator had gone."I'm very sure we are going to save her. I trust the invest
