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The Billionaire's Drunken Bride

Chapter 2 The Morning After Alcohol

Word Count: 1351 | Released on: 17/04/2024

amic windows. She gasped, taking in her surroundings... this was most definitely not the budget hotel room s

shings, everything screamed opulent wealth and riches. Then something caught her eyes, it was the glittering

he croaked out, looking around, cradling her poundi

explainable urge to get back at him, the thought of killing him or putting a ring on her own finger out o

nally awak

her head. There stood the man from last night, leaning against the do

r and painkillers and probably tea to keep you still " James said

es widened in panic as it all came c

elieve the Rev congratulated us as 'Mr. and Mr

am. Sure, her last memories involved her drunkenly demanding this total stranger marry her on the

ving to take a seat on the edge of the bed. "But

gree with a drunk woman?" she start

breath. "But sorry to disappoint you, ther

her once more at how insanely wealthy and powerful her new "husba

holding out his hand. "While I know you already drunkenly propose

eyes and took

hand, giving it a weak sh

all me Jame

eeze before releasing it. "Though I imagine you'r

back against the pillows. "I basicall

bride, sure, but I did agree to take those vows with y

rtainly cut an intimidatingly attractive figure, even rumpled from sleep and wear

dings to strangers. Believe me, I have a strict personality, and I'm not the one to play around. But you wer

was somehow the solution?"

s. If this temporary arrangement can provide you with a soft landing while y

protest, but James rais

clothes and breakfast before you decide if you'd prefer to leave

nses lower slightly, she felt submissive to this stranger. A

t the door. "Pardon me, sir. But Miss Adams has arr

n as James pinched the bridge of

parlor, I will be down shortly. This... is

efore she could say a word,

self-consciously at the fancy silk robe he'd loaned her. Even among the mansio

the last step, eyes blazing with fu

name is the meaning of this

beautiful morning to you t

seething blonde and into what

in a soothingly crisp tone. "Lily, this is Chloe A

o words. Wife. She was this billionaire's a

Because there is no way this..." her eyes raked over Lily's rumpled appea

a weird smile. Something about this Chloe's snide, superior attitude str

the realization hit her. She turned back slowly t

ried a complete stranger?" Chloe's voice dripped with icy venom. "Good God, James,

Lily w

ames' tone remained measured. "But I'm afraid my hands were

red fingernail into his chest. "If you think I'll stand idly while

n her heel and storme

usly. "And as for you..." Her eyes narrowed to slits as they landed on

n the atmosphere. Lily looked over at James, sudd

!" sh

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The Billionaire's Drunken Bride

Kaleki Grayse Romance

“Lily Walker thought her life was finally falling into place - until she caught her fiancé Ryan cheating on their wedding. Drunk, devastated and looking for vengeance, Lily does something crazy - she ends up marrying a total stranger named James Watson, who happens to be a billionaire real estate mogul. Even though it started as a drunken mistake, there's an undeniable spark between Lily and James from the moment she wakes up in his fancy mansion. He's drawn to her boldness, while she can't resist his powerful presence and intense stare. But their unexpected marriage causes major drama in James' high-society circles. His ex-fiancée Chloe Adams goes psycho, determined to not only get the marriage annulled but to completely destroy Lily's life until she's gone for good. With her wealthy family's connections, the unhinged Chloe attacks Lily nonstop - publicly humiliating her, filing lawsuits, digging up every secret from Lily's past. No matter how low she has to stoop, Chloe will do anything to sabotage Lily and James' relationship. Lily's dad suffers a major heart attack, leaving her shaken. Surprisingly, it's James who becomes her rock through this personal crisis, shielding her from Chloe's vicious antics. Despite all the never-ending schemes against them, the heat between Lily and James just keeps growing hotter. Finally, James realizes this "drunken bride" is exactly what was missing from his empty, cold life in high society. He'll do whatever it takes to protect Lily and their fiery new passion. But just when it seems they could overcome Chloe's worst games, she plays her ultimate card: If Lily doesn't divorce James immediately, Chloe will reveal a dark, shameful secret from her past - something that could shatter everything between them forever. Lily is trapped - stay loyal to the crazy love she's found with James, or walk away to prevent total destruction. No matter what she chooses, it will change her life forever. Lily defiantly fights for her marriage, putting everything on the line. Chloe's twisted web finally starts unraveling, leading to an epic downfall. But the stakes are still massive as Lily rushes to her dad's bedside with one last shocking secret about her past about to drop. Only by embracing her bond with James and her newfound inner strength can Lily confront her demons head-on and defeat them for good. She emerges stronger, braver and owning her power as the unexpected Mrs. Watson. It's a juicy, twisty tale of two passionate people who find their perfect match by defying all the odds and obstacles thrown their way. A hard-won victory for the wildflower who didn't just endure high society's scandals, but conquered them all.”