The Billionaire's Bargain and Me

g a mix of emotions. My phone buzze

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, Rachel walked into my office, concern etched

s about tomorrow." Rachel nodded. "You'll

ublic appearance. The Next Morning, Ryder's staff arrived promptly at 9 AM to assist with my relocation

truck by its grandeur. The opulent decor and manicured lawns overwhelmed me. Ryde

l taking in my

a small, intrica

said. "For t

l," I said, eyeing the piece of jewelry in my hand. why is he gifting me things alrea

kindness in his eyes, but it va

er asked, his tone back to business. I nod

rs, so ensure that you are on your best behavior." He said, in a rather admonishing tune. I furrowed my brows, " I'm not a child, Mr Blackwood. Don't

eep that in mi

inst my skin as I walked up to him. " I'm not one of those girls who throw themselves at you

eared on his lips, while he stared at me like I was some

ady. I rolled my

aid, his eyes scanning me." Smile, but not too much. Laugh, but not

f nerves and annoyance. What

d me a small card. "Your script

tion on my face. My heart sank, but I masked my emotions like I always did. "T

started walking, pausing halfway and speaking, " In here, you are nobody to me. Don't stick your no

from screaming. "Breathe, Emily, just

oking Man, boy?, c

ed him. Damn

ng, let me know, but for now,

tation on my face when h

kill you, so just

p it, you look so young yet...." I drilled off,

. "I get that a

pposed to be in lik

ol quite fast, so he

" I nodded, lo

e said, dragging my

me Emily. I sound ol

response and walke

Blackwood sure is lazy to take the stairs. I stood in silence as the elevator dinged and o

the right is Mr. Blackwood's wing, I'm sure he's giving you a lecture on

eyes, "He is

ts like that

mes pulled out a set of keys and push

room, miss." He sai

y about names?" I sai

rry..... Em... Em

ts that lined the floor and furniture. Plush carpets, woven with delicate patterns, cushioned my footsteps, while the subtle scent of fresh flowers wafted through the air. The furniture, a masterful blend of elegance and comfort, invited relaxation. Velvet drapes, adorned with intricate embroidery, framed th

isn't it?" James

was offered breathtaking views of the estate's gardens, pool, and surrounding landscape. A comfortable seating area and delicate ironwork r

zing," I

dinner is by 7 pm. It can either be brought to you or you can co

." I smiled,

lked out of the room, closing the door behin

t is so soft! I guess this a