Billionaire's Accidental Wife

Chapter 32 The driver pulls up at what appears to be a very swanky restaurant. Two large white arches align the brick building labelled Grasso’s, one of the most expensive restaurants in the city.

Dave helps me out of the car and leads me into the establishment. The gold ceiling is dotted with crystal chandeliers, while bright red lighting gives the large space a seductive feel. The mood is quiet, private and intimate, with most couples staring lovingly into each other’s eyes.

It’s perfect for our first date. I smile on the inside and tighten my grip on Dave’s hand as we walk through the restaurant.

“Your table is right this way, Mr. Brown,” the hostess says, apparently familiar with my date.

She directs us to a private section that is only accessible through a large white door. My nerves are jittery with anticipation of what will be revealed next. Perhaps a candlelit dinner overlooking the city? Or maybe I will be serenaded by someone playing the violin? But when the door opens, I almost have to do a double take. “Hi, sweetheart! Wow, you look stunning!” I am shocked.

Speechless.

“Christie? What are you doing here?!” I turn around and snap at Dave. “You seemed to have forgotten the tiny detail that you also invited my sister to dinner!” “Oh, no, Sebastian is here too. He’s just tipping the valet,” my sister answers instead.

Ignoring her, I look back at Dave. “What made you think this was okay? Do you really think I want to spend the evening with our sister and her fiance? Why didn’t you tell me they were

coming?”

“Come on, Chelsea. Jane and Catherine will join us later.” To quell my anger, Dave’s hand rubs gently against my back. “I heard about the fight you had with your boss this morning, and I thought we needed a do over of that dinner we had at the weekend,” Christie added and winked at Dave.

I do not respond. Instead, I stabbed him with my eyes.

My first instinct is to run. Something about this situation does not seem right. I am not buying Dave’s “Games about Sebastian, his friend and business partner mantra.”

This all feels like more of an ambush and I want out.

great idea, Chelsea,” Sebastian suddenly says behind me. “I think we could use a little family bonding.” I

intention of staying. “Come on, Chelsea,”

enters the room, I give in and reluctantly sit down. I still have a few choice words to unleash, but I do

was your second day at Brown Inc.?” my sister

would say it went pretty well” Dave chuckles. I chose to ignore him. “It wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be. I’m getting the hang of the whole corporate world.” “I’m really glad to hear that, Chelsea. At Brown Inc., we treat our employees with the utmost

on earth

there.” “Oh really? Where did you spend most of your day, sweetheart?” my sister asks innocently. I find it hard to concentrate on her question because I am appalled by Dave’s behaviour. “Naked. On top of

Dave go? I desperately try to control the tears threatening to pour down my face. I am unable to wrap my head around what Dave has just said. Even I do not

when I return

Okay… that is weird.

the only one distraught over

me you both had lunch at a coffee shop and that you told him some of

filter when it

and Dave make a cute couple. I am so happy for you. It’s about time,

did he tell

you do realise that Dave is boss?” I state this

doesn’t matter, sweetheart; love

like three days.” I turn and glare at my so-called boyfriend. “I think it’s time

“I don’t care,” I tell him before turning on my heels and marching right out of there. I have had enough “stupid time” for one evening, and I need to be alone. And far away from Dave. The nerve? How could he be such a jerk? “But we only just got here,” Dave says, a pensive expression on his face. “I don’t care,” I

far away

some more questions that needed answers a year ago. Why the hell did he want her gone? And Sebastian? Brown Inc.?

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wake up feeling crappy and