Married a Secret Billionaire

“Maybe I just got darker from the sun,” Lena said.

“You must have gone through a lot over there anyway,” Lina said.

Lena smiled. A worry gnawed at her whenever she wasn’t by Lina’s side. She feared that Lina might face mistreatment of some sort, akin to how Lina would fret if Lena got bullied in her absence.

Zuko and Chris exchanged glances, sharing an unspoken understanding. Those two treated them like they were invisible.

Before they could engage in conversation, Zuko and Lina were swarmed and ushered away. Chris couldn’t escape socializing either.

Lena smiled and returned to her quiet corner.

Suddenly, someone handed her a glass of champagne.

Lena looked up and saw Elijah standing before her. He had slightly flushed cheeks and a tipsy smile. Adjusting his tie, he nodded toward the balcony.

Lena followed him.

world apart from the bustling banquet hall. The evening breeze brought a

serenity. “Why aren’t

reluctant to answer. In truth, she understood even without his words. Prolonged pretense and performance

had he never contemplated a happily-ever-after with Kasey? By all accounts, Kasey was an excellent wife and mother, perfectly matched

said with a faint smile, “This time… thank you

had my personal agenda. I wanted those children to receive a

to you. He keeps calling you his lucky star. I’ll arrange for you to meet him when

Mr. Patton. However, I also hope he follows through on his campaign promises and takes

his wine. “It’s just a facade. Don’t take

marriage to

demeanor abruptly changed as he locked

grinned. “Even if it’s a charade and mutually advantageous, both parties obtain what they need. People are creatures of emotion. Over time, feelings tend to evolve. I believe that as Mr. Patton spends more time with those children, he will genuinely care

to him. “You

was about to request she drop the topic, but he