Betrothed To The Cold Billionaire

*THE NEXT DAY*

Adrian sighed for the umpteenth time as he glanced impatiently at his wrist watch. Today, they were supposed to head to the beach for some quality time together.

Ariel practically begged him to go with her and now, she wasn’t even prepared yet. He sat down on the couch as he became more impatient. It’s been over twenty minutes that he has been waiting for her and she’s still yet to emerge from the room.

Meanwhile, Ariel was busy searching for a suitable bikini to wear. Most of the ones she could find were more like lingerie. It made her wonder which idiot picked out her wardrobe.

She was almost giving up when she found one that wasn’t too revealing like the rest. She put it on before using a very short floral gown to cover it up. She released her long hair from the head band and combed it down.

She double checked to see if wheat she wore was okay. When she didn’t see anything wrong with it, she picked her small purse and headed to the living room.

Adrain heard her foot steps and turned towards her in an attempt to scold her for her lateness but hus words got stuck in his throat when he noticed what she was putting on.

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“So sorry for taking that much time, I was looking for something good to wear.” I apologized the moment I got to the living room

“I.. it’s fine.” Adrian stuttered out as he didn’t move his gaze from me. I smiled when I noticed that he was admiring me.

“How do I look??” I asked as I did a small twirl in front of him.

“You look gorgeous… no wait.” He shook his head like he was trying to pull himself out of a trance.

“You need to change out of this dress.” He said out of the blue.

“Why? What’s wrong?” I asked as I looked down to see if I can find what made him say that.

“Don’t you think it’s too short??”

“Short?? We are heading to the beach so there’s nothing wrong with it.”

“Couldn’t you find something more.. longer than this??”

“I didn’t. Let’s go now if we want to be there on time.” I said and was about to head towards the door when he pulled me back.

“The beach would still be there no matter what time we get there. You need to change out of this… thing.” He muttered as he eyed my body from head to toe.

“But you said that I look gorgeous in it.” I claimed.

“That was a slip of tongue. Go inside and change. I’ll be waiting for you.”Content protected by Nôv/el(D)rama.Org.

“What if I don’t want to.”

“Ariel, I don’t want this small thing to bring about an argument so just do what I want you to do.” Adrian said in frustration.

“Why should I? Is it my fault that the wardrobe is filled with clothes like this? Besides, you’re the only one that’s making a huge deal out of it. There’s nothing wrong with what I’m wearing. ”

“Everything’s wrong with what you’re wearing. It’s giving off ‘pick me’ vibes.” He said.

“What did you just say to me??” I asked. I was getting mad little by little.

“I meant no offense but that’s just what I’m seeing.” He said.

“You meant no offense but why does it sound so offensive?”

“Ariel, we just made up, don’t start another trouble today.”

“You’re the one that’s starting troubles. We are going to the beach for Christ’s sake and I’m pretty sure we’ll find what’s worse than what I’m putting on right now.” I said.

“Does that mean you have to dress like them?” He asked

“Look Adrian, either you come with me or not, I’m not going to change out of this dress. Take it or leave it.” I said before I left him standing alone in the living room.

I reached the driveway and was about to enter the car when he suddenly stood in front of me.

“Alright, you can leave the dress, but you’ll have to stay close to me at all times. You’re never gonna leave my sight.”

“I won’t.” I promised. He’s making all these fuss all because of the gown I’m putting on. Who knows what he’ll do when he sees me in just my bikini.

“Can we leave now??” I asked.

“Sure, but first..” He pulled me close to him and pressed a deep kiss on my lips.

“Now we’re good to go.” He added as he opened the passenger’s door for me. I chuckled as I entered.

He shut the door and walked around towards the driver’s seat. He entered and started the car. Within minutes, we were already on our way to the beach.

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Bianca could been seen laying down in a mat close to the beach. She was putting on just a bikini and enjoying the rays of the sun. She was alone there as her father bailed out at the last minute. He claimed he had something important to do.

She didn’t complain as she also wanted the time to herself too. Ever since they got to Hawaii yesterday, her father had always been with her. Probably scared that she might try to do something to herself again.

Finally, she was able to have some space away from her father’s watchful eyes. She laid on the mat for about twenty minutes when she noticed a shadow blocking the sun from reaching her.

“How are you doing gorgeous?” She heard and turned to see a young looking man standing in front of her. She had to admit, he was really good looking and had a very good physique that most girls would die for, except her.

She was still healing from what Lucas did to her and wasn’t interested in men for the time being. She looked sideways to see if there was someone next to her that he was talking to.

“I’m referring to you.” He said with a smile. Bianca sighed and stood up from where she laid.

“I’m not interested.” Was all she said before she left him. Even after being rejected coldly, the man refused to give up.

“You don’t even know what I wanted to say.” He said as he jogged to catch up with her.

“I know what you want and like I said before, I’m not interested so leave me alone.” She said as she increased her pace.

“Can I at least get your name??” He asked as he suddenly stood in front of her.

“If I tell you that, would you let me be??” She asked as she looked up to face him.

“Sure. I promise.”

“My name is Bianca.” Bianca said begrudgingly.

“Bianca, a very nice name for a gorgeous lady like you. My name is Landon.” He said as he stretched his hand forward for an handshake.

Bianca stared at his hands without even trying to receive the handshake. Landon smiled and grabbed her hand.

“What are you doing?” Bianca asked angrily as she attempted to pull out of his hold but he wouldn’t let her. He lifted up her hand and placed a soft kiss on her knuckles before letting her go.

“What did you do that for??” She asked as she wiped her knuckles angrily.

“Don’t read too much meaning into it. It’s just a form of greeting.”

“I wasn’t reading…”

“Hush now..” He muttered as he placed his index finger on her lips, cutting her words off.

“Save your angelic voice till the time we’ll meet again.” He added as he rubbed his thumb on her lower lip. Bianca was quick to slap his hands off immediately.

“What makes you think I’ll see you again.” She asked as she folded her arms underneath her boobs making them shoot up. Landon smiled at her small gesture.

“Fate.” He muttered with a grin playing on his lips before he walked away. Bianca stared at him in shock till he was out of her sight.

“What a lunatic.”