BILLIONAIRE'S COLD HEART.

BILLIONAIRE'S COLD HEART.

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Ivana Jonathan's life spirals into chaos when her father forces her into an arranged marriage with the ruthless billionaire Patrick Josiah to save the family business from financial ruin.Used as a pawn in a power play, her marriage becomes a nightmare as Patrick treats her like a possession rather than a partner, indulging in a public affair with his secretary.Hope glimmers when Dominic Josiah, Patrick's compassionate younger brother, steps into her life. With his warmth and kindness, he offers her a glimpse of what real love feels like.As a dangerous affair blossoms between them, secrets and betrayals ignite a final showdown that could cost them everything. Will Ivana find the strength to claim her freedom and follow her heart?

Chapter 1 THE FALL OF A DYNASTY.

The crackling fire did little to warm the cavernous room as Ivana sat stiffly on the velvet armchair, her eyes fixed on her father. His face, once proud and commanding, was now haggard and lined with despair. Papers lay scattered across the mahogany desk, each one a testament to their ruin.

"I've tried everything," Mr. Jonathan whispered, his voice hoarse. "But the investors are merciless. They want their money."

Ivana's heart clenched. She had grown up in luxury, the world bending to her father's will. She had never imagined a day when his name would mean nothing, when power and wealth would slip through their fingers like grains of sand.

"What happens if we can't pay them?" she asked, her voice trembling.

Her father's haunted eyes met hers. "Prison."

The word fell between them like a death knell.

"There must be another way," she insisted. "Another investor. Someone-"

"There's one man," Mr. Jonathan cut her off, his expression darkening. "But on his terms..." He trailed off, unable to continue.

"Who?" Ivana leaned forward, desperation clawing at her chest. "What are his terms?"

Her father hesitated before answering. "Patrick Monroe."

The name sent a chill through her veins. Everyone in the business world knew of Patrick-the ruthless billionaire who built his empire on crushed dreams and broken promises. His wealth was rivaled only by his reputation for cruelty.

"And what does he want?" she whispered.

Her father looked away. "He... he wants you."

Ivana's breath caught in her throat. "Me?"

"To be his wife." Mr. Jonathan's voice cracked. "If I agree, he'll save the company. He'll pay off the debts."

Silence stretched between them. Ivana's mind raced with fear, anger, and confusion. She had heard stories of women sold into loveless marriages, but never had she imagined it would be her fate.

"Father, no," she said firmly. "We'll find another way."

"There is no other way," he said, his eyes filled with sorrow. "If I refuse, I will go to prison. We lose everything."

Tears burned her eyes as she realized the depth of their desperation. The walls of their mansion seemed to close in around her, suffocating her with the weight of inevitability.

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BILLIONAIRE'S COLD HEART.
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Chapter 1 THE FALL OF A DYNASTY.

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Chapter 2 A DEAL WITH THE DEVIL.

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Chapter 3 BOND BY VOWS.

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Chapter 4 THE PRICE OF FREEDOM.

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Chapter 5 UNRAVELING.

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Chapter 6 SECRET AND LIES.

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Chapter 7 THE CONSEQUENCES OF CHOICES.

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Chapter 8 THE BREAKING POINT.

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Chapter 9 THE TIES THAT BAND.

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Chapter 10 THE ESCAPE PLAN.

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Chapter 11 THE CHASE.

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Chapter 12 A DANGEROUS GAME {1}

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Chapter 13 THE FIGHT BACK.

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Chapter 14 THE RETURN TO THE LIONS DEN.

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Chapter 15 A DANGEROUS ALLIANCE.

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Chapter 16 THE UNRAVELING

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Chapter 17 THE CALM BEFORE THE STORM.

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Chapter 18 THE TIPPING POINT.

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Chapter 19 A DANGEROUS GAME.

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Chapter 20 THE HEIST.

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Chapter 21 THE CHASE.

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Chapter 22 THE SILENCE BEFORE IT BEEAKS.

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Chapter 23 THE RECKONING.

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Chapter 24 A DANGEROUS GAME

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Chapter 25 THE ALLIANCE

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Chapter 26 THE MEETING OF RIVALS.

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Chapter 27 INTO THE ABYSS.

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Chapter 28 A DANGEROUS GAME.

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Chapter 29 THE FINAL PLAY.

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Chapter 30 A NEW DAWN.

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Chapter 31 A FRAGILE PROMISE

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Chapter 32 THE UNDERWORLD OF BETRAYAL

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Chapter 33 THE BATTLE FOR CONTROL.

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Chapter 34 SECRET UNVEILED.

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Chapter 35 THE RECKONING

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Chapter 36 THE TURNING TIDE.

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Chapter 37 THE PRICE OF POWER.

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Chapter 38 THE COST OF LOYALTY.

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Chapter 39 THE TIPPING POINT.

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Chapter 40 THE CHOICE.

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