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.

and tranquil, a world apart from the bustling banquet hall. The evening breeze brought a refreshing

moment of serenity. “Why aren’t you

understood even without his words. Prolonged pretense and

happily-ever-after with Kasey? By all accounts, Kasey was

Elijah said with a faint smile, “This time…

my personal agenda. I wanted those children to receive a

is extremely grateful to you. He keeps calling you his lucky star. I’ll arrange for you to meet

hope he

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

your marriage to

demeanor abruptly changed as he locked eyes

People are creatures of emotion. Over time, feelings tend to evolve. I believe

him. “You and

about to request she drop the