My Billionaire's Secret

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din of the bustling newsroom. My heart skipped a beat as I r

er months of persistent requests and dead ends, I finally had my chance - an e

make my career, if I played my cards right. Lachlan McIntyre was an enigma, shrouded in mystery and intrigue. A real-life

the truth behind the myth. And now

South Pacific. A frisson of anticipation tingled through me. Just getting access to that isolated paradise was a

hurried to Cat's desk, waving the email pr

that's amazing!" She engulfed me in a tight hug

expression turning serious. "Just be careful, o

ax, I've got this covered." Determination surge

e jet that would whisk me to McIntyre's isl

this man who had remained stubbornly anonymous, despite his staggering wealth and power? The jet's descent sn

unreal. As we landed on the private airstrip, I caught my first glimpse of the luxurious villa nestled al

disembarked, her smile polished and professional. "Welc

g palms and lush tropical foliage. The air smelled green and alive, with hints of plumeria and

d, his expression impassive. "Miss Jacobs, welcome. I'm Sims, Mr. McIntyre's

unaccountably nervous. This was it, the

ul blend of modern design and local accents. Through the wall of glass framing the living area, I could see the sparkling infinity pool that

rough the contents of my suitcase to figure out what I had that was appropriate for this opulent setting. Hustling behind the estate manager I

sly shut my lips tight to avoid looking like a total bumpkin as my eyes could barely take in the sumptuous luxury and tropical elegance. Plush cream sofas and armchairs were arranged around

py bed draped in delicate netting. The frame was made of intricately carved teak wood with a plush upholstered headboard. Crisp white linens we

, allowing the space to be flooded with natural light and the soothing sounds of the lapping waves. The terrace itself f

to yet another door when I turned

in Conde Nast with its freestanding soaking tub, oversized glass-enclosed rain shower, and dual vanities topped with beautiful fixtures. Every surface glowed with wa

e just let me know. I will be back to

nk you M

ith that pronouncement,