“Ow c’mon, Camilla." I let out my best fake laugh. “You’re the only person who can help me, and maybe I can help you, too…” “With what?” “You know, I’ve thought of this for a hundred times already, so I have a generous proposition for you.” she stayed silent waiting for me, so I continued. “I need you to tutor me in practically everything you’re good at, but you need a little tutoring in practically everything I’m good at.” "So, what is your offer?” “You tutor me in school, and I tutor you on how to… kiss?” I waited for a reply as Camilla’s face contorted into shock and confusion. She had turned beetroot, and she looked like she was about to cry. ********** Camilla Hemmings aimed to leave her wicked stepmother and evil stepsister behind because they treated her bad, and made her do the household chores and beat her. The only difference was that her stepmother sent her to school, but on one condition. She had to hide her identity by donning a curly wig and big round glasses. And just like Cinderella, she also has a Prince Charming but unfortunately, he was bullying her. Camilla tried her best to hide her feelings for Cole Lewis. However, the stupid cupid played his role and let them cross their paths in an unexpected way.
View MoreCamilla's P O VWhen I walked out of the house, Ben was already waiting for me in the doorway. He followed me as I walked closer to the car. “Camilla, there’s still time to change your mind.”I pursed my lips as I turned to look at him. “I’m sorry, Ben... but I have already made my decision. And that’s final.”I just hope that Cole's idea of this marriage was only to make Maxine out of his life and not to ruin mine, or he would see what I was capable of doing.So, technically, our marriage would be just a piece of paper. I hope that one year will pass quickly and then it’s over. I would finally be free from everyone who was giving me headaches.At least, Cole wasn’t some kind of an old man perverted CEO.Old man? Nope…but perverted? Uhmmm…yes?The unsettling events of the other day came back in a rush, and I fought the urge to just crawl back into my room, lay on my bed, and pull the covers over my head. Shame and anger battled within me—shame at the wanton way I had allowed myself to
Camilla's P O V“Who told you to have a break?” I flinched and stepped back slowly when Aunt Deborah's voice boomed again inside my room.“It’s Craig who informed me…” I mumbled, still looking down at the floor.“I am not allowing you to have a break! Did you see the damages you created? The slutty things you’ve done to make all of this mess?” Auntie hissed. “You’re going to fix all of them!”I don’t remember Aunt Deborah letting me have a break even when I was on the verge of my success or even when I was sick. It just made my heart shatter every time that I thought she already accepted me as her daughter.She’s the only family I have right now, but it seemed that money was more important to her than me, her stepdaughter, who was giving the only thing she loved. Money.“But Craig said---"“No!” she cut me off. “You have to work harder! The spotlight is turning around from you because you fucked up with all of those controversies!”“Auntie…”My mind spun as I looked up at her.“You ne
Camilla's P O VI stiffened, surprised at the sudden contact of his warm lips on mine that sent a thousand shock waves through my entire body. This felt so different from the guys who had kissed me before.“Cole,” I moaned as he continued to kiss me with increasing pressure from his lips until I parted mine. The increasing heat of his body dissolved all the anger I had towards him.I melted in his arms and his touch burned me. My hands automatically wrapped around his neck as I opened my lips wider to welcome every thrust of his demanding tongue.“Oh, Camilla…” he groaned as his hands explored my waist and to the hollow of my back. He kissed me with intensifying hunger and I matched his greediness by kissing him back passionately.I felt his warm lips travel from my lips down to my chin and then to my neck, sucking the sweet spot behind my ear. I moaned again when I felt his lips reclaim my mouth and I accepted it wholeheartedly.His hands grabbed my hips, pressing his thighs against
Camilla's P O V“Three hundred sixty-five days contract...” Cole stated. “I will help you clear your name. I will only put your version of the story and not those false accusations against you. I can also make arrangements with your agency. They won’t be able to go against me because you’re the wife of the youngest billionaire in Boston, and they will be afraid to fight against me.” he pursed his lips. “If that is, if you’ll agree to be my wife. For three hundred sixty-five days.”I frowned as I thought of what he was offering me. One year? It’s not that hard to be his wife for only a year.“Okay, you said every decision you made must benefit you. So, explain to me now how can I help you?” I asked.He leaned against his seat and stared at me, causing heat to crawl up my cheeks. I admit he was still the man I had a huge crush on when I was in high school.“Do you remember Maxine?” he suddenly asked, his eyes not leaving mine.Maxine, the sexy and famous cheerleader and his girlfriend b
Camilla's P O V“Help me delete all the false accusations about me,” I stepped a bit backward, lifting my chin up. “Help me clear my name.”Cole smirked as he straightened his back and went back to sit on his throne. “Of course, Miss Hemmings. I will help you on one condition. Marry me…”“But—"“No buts. I will help you, but you have to marry me.”“No! I came here to talk to you not to agree to your proposal. Please, I want to—"“Can we talk about this in private?” he cut me off. “I want to talk to my future wife. Alone.”Ben growled. “No! Camilla won’t talk to you without me—" before he could finish his sentence, two of Cole's bodyguards locked his arms, pinned him to the ground, and handcuffed him.“Ben!” I screamed. “Oh my God, Ben!”Since when did Cole's bodyguards enter the room? And how come they overpowered a big man like Ben?I couldn’t do anything and just watched them with my mouth gaped open and eyes widened as they dragged Ben out of the room. The sound of him calling my n
Camilla's P O VI was now standing in front of the majestic building with big bold letters engraved on it. Skylar Steel Enterprises. I squinted my eyes when the silver metal letters’ reflection hit me.Why do I feel like I’ve been in this place before? Like I’ve been here right on my spot. But I swear it’s my first time setting foot in this building. I’ve never been so sure of myself.I shrugged my shoulders as I started to walk towards the entrance with Ben beside me. I was here not because I wanted to accept the proposal that the CEO offered me, but to talk to him and beg him to just help me and delete all the controversies and false accusations that were written by the reporters.I just hope that he has the heart to help other people like me.A man wearing a suit welcomed us, and I accepted the handshake that he offered me. “Welcome to Skylar Steel Enterprises headquarters' office,” he said. “I’m Kiefer, Mr. Lewis’ secretary. We are very delighted to have you here, Miss Hemmings. M
Camilla's P O V“I hope you have watched the news,” Aunt Deborah said, raising a brow, like she was trying to figure out whether I give a damn about the consequences of my actions. “Or just check the comments on your X or I*******m account to know that the whole world is talking about you. Everybody hates you now, Camilla.”How could I even check all the comments on my social media accounts when I have millions of followers? And even if I checked them, it made no sense. They were just from my bashers.I was fully aware that hateful comments affected me much more than the good comments, so I chose not to open any of my accounts just yet.“Did you read it, Auntie?” I asked instead. “What did the haters say about me?”She let out a long sigh, shaking her head in disbelief. She looked exhausted, and I suddenly felt responsible for causing her to look older than her age.“Camilla, we’ve done everything for the world to know you. More famous, more projects. Do you understand what I’m trying
Cole's P O VA week later, I prepared myself and went back to my sister’s place. This is the day that I’ve been waiting for. That finally, I’d take my daughter home with me, to my house.When I entered the living room, I saw Jenny sitting on the couch, her head bent down. And from the way her shoulders were shaking, I knew she was crying.My eyes shifted to the little girl beside her, Skylar. She was holding Jenny’s hands, caressing them with her small fingers while she told her soothing words, kissing her cheek repeatedly, saying I love you, and telling her promises that she would visit them always.Hearing every word that my daughter said, melted my heart.Dino was standing behind Jenny and was holding her shoulders, his eyes not leaving mine. I don’t want to lock eyes with him, I might change my mind. I might give up. I don’t want to.When Skylar looked up, she gave me a small smile and walked in my direction.I froze as I watched her move. Everything seemed to happen in slow motio
Cole's P O V“C-Cole?” Jenny’s eyes widened upon seeing me. It’s been six years since I last saw her, since she chose her husband over us, her family. “What are you doing here?”“I have a very important thing to tell you,” I said as I studied her face. She looked happy and contented. I felt bad for doing this to her, but we both had no choice but to accept the fact. The reality that I was about to tell her.“W-what is it?” her lips trembled. “Did mom and dad send you to take me back home? I know you’ve sacrificed enough for me, and I’m really sorry for that. But please understand that—"“It’s not that, Jenny.”“Then what is it?” she was very impatient. “If it’s not about me marrying Dino, then what is it, Cole?”I took a deep breath and brushed my fingers over my hair. How could I tell her the truth without her hurting? How would I tell her that Skylar is my daughter, and I’m taking her back from them?“Jenny… listen here, okay?” I started. “It’s about---Skylar…”She stared at me shoc
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