The Daring Billionaire’s Wife

Chapter 65

Vanessa

After constantly thinking about Dominic’s break–up, I only managed to fall asleep around 4 a.m. and now, I’m paying the price for it as I feel like I didn’t rest enough. It’s even obvious from my eyes. But these signs of tiredness still won’t get in the way because I’ll use makeup to cover it all up. I can’t afford to look like a mess.

I’m supposed to meet Sophie at 12 p.m. so I can try on the diamond necklaces before they launch. I know that even if I don’t give her my opinion, she’ll still be launching them anyway, but actually want to do this. I was honored that she asked. Knowing her fashion sense and just how influential she is in the beauty industry, I’m certain all the pieces look great.

Just so I’m ready in advance, I decide to take a shower but before I can even go in, I finally hear from Dominic when he calls. I feel like I’m making it too obvious that I’m so relieved he’s finally gotten in touch with me, and even when I ask where he is, it leaves me feeling a little embarrassed. I’m just glad he’s okay

Right after my call with him, I step into the shower, the same image of him watching my bare chest flashing in my mind once I’m done and stand in the doorway. I wonder if that’ll ever go away. But unlike before, it doesn’t bother me as much.

Just as I reach for another towel for my wet hair, I receive another call and it’s from a number I don’t recognize. My first thought is that it’s Carmella and it’s only because Dominic subtly hinted at the situation with her. But on second thought, it can’t be. I already blocked her, so with that in mind, I pick up.

“Hello?

“Good morning, Vanessa. It’s Patrick,” he says from the other end of the line.

“Patrick! I was wondering when I’d hear from you.” My lips curve into a smile.

He chuckles nervously, “I actually wanted to call you right away but thought I’d wait. I didn’t want to seem like I was in a hurry or anything.”

“I’m glad you finally called.”

“I hope your husband doesn’t mind that I’m calling you.”

“Not all,” I say to him, thinking about how I’m free to do whatever I want, just like Dominic is.

“Are you home?” he asks.

“Yes.”

“Is he with you?”

“No, but he’s on his way back.”

Then I guess I should make this quick.” He chuckles nervously again.

“Come on. I’ve already told you that it’s okay.”

sighs with relief. “In that case, ever since I saw you at the orphanage, I couldn’t stop thinking about certain incidents

which ones?” My eyes widen in

the ice cream incident by the

and hide my face in the towel. “Oh, no, please don’t bring that up.”

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remember your face when

playfully warning him a few times, he goes on to talk about it and while on the phone with him, I use my other hand to dry my hair with the towel after uncovering my face.

woke up late because of the time I fell asleep, I’m having my breakfast a little late. Though it’s not yet ready, I don’t want to just sit here in my bedroom. I want to take a walk around the

still talking to Patrick on the phone. Unlike yesterday, he sounds more at ease, and he’s actually still funny. I didn’t

it opens and I see Dominic. I’m actually surprised that he’s already here and my heart starts racing, but I try not to show it by focusing on the call. Even though

a blank expression, he walks past me and heads in

happen, but this is how it should be, so I completely focus on my phone call with Patrick, and he reminds

so hard” I place my hand on my

of the line. T’m just glad I made you laugh, but you know

turn around and he definitely is, but he’s already walking to his bedroom door. I furrow my eyebrows at how it’s taken a bit longer than usual. Maybe I’m just

see you again, but I don’t know if you’d want to see me. And on top of that, you’re a busy and

woman.

to see you. That’s why I gave you

all about Patrick’s struggles during the chat I had with him at the orphanage, I feel like there’s something I can do to help him. I can only hope he’ll

Dominic

Patrick and constantly bursting

stop her, I hate to admit that it’s

now, but I can still hear her latghing in

is, but I wrap only a towel on my lower half, then open the door, only to see Vanessa standing there.

underneath, she clears her throat and looks away, her hair clinging to her face.

she says. “I didn’t

like you’ve never seen me like this before. What

come and talk to me right after talking to Patrick

“Your mother was here last evening and “I know. I spoke to her this

“Oh, okay

still trying so hard not to look at me and despite how I feel, find this funny. We once spent a whole night in a room together.