Contracted Heart: The Billionaire Dilemma

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w you want me to tie the knot with her? I hate to break it to you but I won't

with Isabella, someone they imposed on me as my fiancée. How on earth am I supposed to

my own hands. Who in their right mind wo

down the aisle with Isabella? I can't get married to Isabella. Please mum, say

ou to marry Isabella." Mrs. Victoria Stone, my mo

ella? This is tearing me apart," I exclaimed, my voice echoing with a mixture of pain an

only place that gives me peace while speaking

elevator that takes you straight to my floor. As the elevator made a bee

orning

ome to my office." I spoke t

lavish elegance. The expansive space offers a panoramic view of the iconic New York skyline, with

chair that beckons authority. Surrounding the room, a custom-built bookshelf showcases a curated collection

system controlled by a touch panel interface discreetly embedded in the desk. A massive video wal

ed selection of fine wine in a climate controlled glass cellar. The flooring, adorned wit

unwavering commitment to the epitome of luxury, creating an environment th

igent assistant, entered, her presence announced by the

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before preparing the coffee. I'm sorry sir, I would go get it right away."

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cally, I

to Ms. Amber, responding to her proposal. Politely reject it. Also, book an appointment with Mr. Smith. Take the

ide until my best friend, Adrian, barged into my office

and urgently needs to see you. Despite my attempt to delay him, he entered the office

, and a wave of remorse washed o

d my best friend. If he comes by, please let him

that he was your best friend." Ol

ention to Adrian, I couldn't help but wonder why he was in my of

m Miami today? Shouldn't you be resting at home?" I ques

ce high school days, making his unexpected pres

it nearly impossible to discern his intentions. Instantly, a sense o

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rings you to my office s

heavy with an im

truggle to find the words,

ension as I pondered what bom

ust tell me." I urge conceal

penetrating ga

Anderson is ba

ons flowed through my mind, questioning her departure from Miami

er me. The pressure to agree to my parents wishes intensified,

sought for c

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my gaze r

same flight. Sh

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re to see you. She clai