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The Billionaire's Untamed Desire

Chapter 5 I Smell a Fish

Word Count: 1456    |    Released on: 27/09/2023

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ith bitterness and unresolved conflicts, had left a gaping wound in the corporate fabric I had worked tirelessly to build. But what concerned me more was the po

calling Drake, the investigator, at the time, while my gaze wa

ldn't afford to underestimate her. My primary concern was to protect Amerie and shield

ties, her dedication, and her unflinching commitment to our work. She had proven herself as a valuable asset to t

project was a maze of complexities, a web of intricacies that demanded careful work solutions. It was the perfect test of her a

f files that comprised the assignment, "this project is of utmost importance.

aze unwavering. "I understand, Mr. Hudso

tegies. Nora's determination was unwavering, her conviction in her approach resolute. We argued late into the nigh

its, questioning her decisions and demanding justification for her choices. She had

"I understand your rationale, but the risks involve

on. "Mr. Hudson, I know it's a risk, but sometimes, that's what

ft us both emotionally charged and mentally drained. But amidst the tension

gument reached an impasse. I stared at her, my frustration gi

r passion and your commitment. Let's proceed with your approac

ion of relief. "Thank you, Mr. Hudson.

ebates had revealed a chemistry that was impossible to ignore. Our eyes met

n the soft glow of lamplight, and the hum of the city outside faded into the background. We were no longer ju

ank you for your dedication to this project. You've proven you

to mine. In that moment, a spark ignited between

, "it's been an honor working with you. I've learne

neaking brief looks at each othe

iable tension in the air whenever Nora and I found ourselves working together after hours. It was as if

lamps, casting long shadows that danced across the room. We were both focused on our ta

tack of financial reports. Her dedication to her work was evident, and I couldn't help but admir

Solange's legal battle was relentless, and it seemed like she would stop at nothing to achieve her objectives.

her. She was looking at me with a mixture of concern and determination. "I think w

ligence. "You're right, Nora.

analyzed data, and brainstormed solutions. It was a side of Nora that I hadn't seen before-the o

the chemistry that simmered just beneath the surface. Our verbal exchanges had trans

ep silence, save for the occasional clicking of keyboards and the hushed tones of our voices. I cou

of unspoken understanding. "Mr. Hudson, I think we're making p

on for her dedication surfacin

e walls of professionalism that separated us seemed t

. I couldn't help but wonder where this unexpected bond would lead us. We were two individuals who had started on

't looking. It was a subtle, fleeting look-one filled with a hint of something unspoken.

. The chemistry between us remained an undertone, a current that pulsed just beneath the surfa

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1 Chapter 1 My Chaotic First Day on the Job2 Chapter 2 Accusations3 Chapter 3 The Tie That Bites the Soul4 Chapter 4 Is This a Plot 5 Chapter 5 I Smell a Fish6 Chapter 6 The Fall...but Please No!7 Chapter 7 The Retreat of Passion8 Chapter 8 How Much Do I Fall9 Chapter 9 I Want Him10 Chapter 10 The Disappointment11 Chapter 11 The Awkward Beginning 12 Chapter 12 Really He Wants to Come Back13 Chapter 13 A Drink That Turned Out Nasty14 Chapter 14 F&%K It, I Love Him15 Chapter 15 He's So Good 16 Chapter 16 Treated Right 17 Chapter 17 Tit for Tat18 Chapter 18 The Heat of the Moment19 Chapter 19 The Spark of Love 20 Chapter 20 The Shock of a Lifetime 21 Chapter 21 Not Now 22 Chapter 22 Why Would This Be 23 Chapter 23 Passion Lost 24 Chapter 24 Starting Afresh 25 Chapter 25 The Challenge26 Chapter 26 What Are the Secrets 27 Chapter 27 A Stich in Time Saves Nine28 Chapter 28 What Does She Have Against My MAN 29 Chapter 29 Is This Game Over 30 Chapter 30 Game Over Girl31 Chapter 31 The Pain of the Past 32 Chapter 32 She never Leaves 33 Chapter 33 The Psycho Lurks Behind the Curtians34 Chapter 34 A Moment of Respice35 Chapter 35 Budding Love, Not Lost36 Chapter 36 I Can't Say It37 Chapter 37 She Needs To Be Tamed38 Chapter 38 The Thief Who Wants What She Wants39 Chapter 39 She's Manipulative40 Chapter 40 Thoughts Untamed41 Chapter 41 Last Straw 42 Chapter 42 Nothing Serious 43 Chapter 43 Chaos Once More 44 Chapter 44 Disturber45 Chapter 45 No Where Near me 46 Chapter 46 Days' Strange 47 Chapter 47 Pissed Off 48 Chapter 48 Exposed 49 Chapter 49 Nora, My Love 50 Chapter 50 Arrival 51 Chapter 51 Joy in Sorrows 52 Chapter 52 The Joy of Motherhood53 Chapter 53 Desperation Lurks 54 Chapter 54 A Means of Escape55 Chapter 55 Hope 56 Chapter 56 Is This a New Beginning 57 Chapter 57 Solange's Revenge 58 Chapter 58 Save the Hostages59 Chapter 59 The Rage 60 Chapter 60 The Revenge 61 Chapter 61 I Need to Get her BACK62 Chapter 62 We are Close 63 Chapter 63 Slipped once 'Again'64 Chapter 64 The Fury 65 Chapter 65 Acknowledging the Changes 66 Chapter 66 She's Losing It67 Chapter 67 Knowing of Self68 Chapter 68 I am Not Crazy!69 Chapter 69 I hope She isn't Crazy! 70 Chapter 70 The Breather 71 Chapter 71 When Peace is Needed 72 Chapter 72 The Event of Betrayal 73 Chapter 73 Prison 74 Chapter 74 Nora's Fury75 Chapter 75 Torn Hearts 76 Chapter 76 Trapped77 Chapter 77 Escape 78 Chapter 78 Anger 79 Chapter 79 Revenge 80 Chapter 80 Hope 81 Chapter 81 A Plan 82 Chapter 82 Negotiation of Freedom 83 Chapter 83 Desperation 84 Chapter 84 More Desperation 85 Chapter 85 The threat Of Solange 86 Chapter 86 The Evil she has to separate our Love 87 Chapter 87 Love Unbroken 88 Chapter 88 Restitution 89 Chapter 89 Everything Has an End