Love Game With The Rebel Billionaire

"Mommy!"

I pulled back from hugging her when I saw my twins running toward me. I almost stood up when Chiara tripped, but Thunder quickly caught her. "Ouch," I winced as Chiara bumped into my IV line.

She immediately stepped back, raising her hands apologetically and pouting. "Ow, sorry, mom."

Her adorable, apologetic eyes melted the pain away. I kissed her forehead, smiling.

Ash would be happy if he were here, wouldn't he?

"Chiara, Thunder... How did you get here?" I asked, puzzled. I had sent them to another country. "Did Finnick bring you back to the States?"

"States?" Thunder asked back, his brows furrowing. "No, Mommy. You're in Hawaii with us. Uncle Mason brought you here."

I clenched my fists in anger. That fucker.

I just nodded, suppressing the annoyance I felt. What are they planning at this time, and why do they keep excluding me?

"Live, Sapphire. I wanted you to have a normal life."

Suddenly, everything Ash had said to me before came flooding into my mind. Is it because of that? That they want me to live peacefully without even fighting back? "Sapphire, are you here?!"

I snapped out of my thoughts when Evangeline barged into my room.

"That motherfucking Mason tricked me into going here-" She stopped, seeing the twins and Mom with me. "Oh, hi, babies! Hello, Miss Miller!"

Smiling awkwardly, Evangeline looked like she wanted the ground to swallow her whole out of embarrassment. I couldn't help but laugh a little. I never thought Mason would bring her here, too. My dream has come true... and Ash's dream for me as well.

I will try my best to live a normal life, Ash. Just like you wanted me to.

And I will clear your name.

***

One year later...

"WELCOME BACK, Ma'am!"

Every employee I passed at my condo building greeted me as I walked into the office.

It's been a year since I stayed in Hawaii. Running a company from a different country wasn't easy, especially since I was alone.

But thanks to my secretary, everything became tolerable.

As much as I wanted to go back immediately, I know Ash was right. I needed to heal first.

For years, I wasn't living as my authentic self. I seek violence and revenge, which aren't for me. I had to accept everything and rebrand myself before coming back.

Now, I can finally say I'm okay and ready to return to the places I left behind.

Chiara, Thunder, and my mom returned to the States with me. Evangeline, on the other hand, came back a day after Mason forcefully brought her to Hawaii-using the same tactic he used on me. "Thank you," I told my employees as I entered my office.

The interiors changed so much since I asked Rita to renovate my room while I was away.

I guess I made a great choice.

"Do you like it, Ma'am?" Rita asked as she stood beside me. "I designed it based on your preferences."noveldrama

"So much." I nodded, smiling. "What's my schedule for today?"

She handed me her iPad, and my eyes widened at the meetings lined up for this morning.

With a schedule like this, I might not even have time to use the restroom.

"You have a packed schedule this morning, Ma'am. You won't have time for a proper lunch, so I brought you food," she said, pointing to the lunchbox on my desk.

"Really?" I asked sarcastically as I sat in my chair. "Didn't I say I don't want a packed schedule? I just got back, and I'm still jet-lagged."

"Miss Varlett created your schedule," she replied, leaving me speechless. "She said you have an important appointment this afternoon."

I raised a brow. "An important appointment? Did she tell you what it was?"

Rita shook her head. "She didn't."

"That witch." I could only rub my temples in frustration.

I stood up, realizing I can't afford to rest for today. "Let's go."

As expected, time flew by with everything I had to do.

Before I knew it, it was already three o'clock in the afternoon, and I was just now eating the lunch Rita had prepared for me.

I was watching the news while eating when something caught my attention.

"Breaking news. Azrael Coleman, who was rumored to have stolen Ash Cassius Coleman's identity, has been revealed as the mastermind behind all the corruption and illegal transactions in the Coleman Company." "Ash Coleman, who has been missing, is cleared of all charges due to a lack of evidence against him."

"Finally," I sighed in relief, taking another bite of my food.

I fulfilled another dream for you, Ash. We succeeded in clearing your name and reputation.

"Also, Simon Parker, CEO of Parker Company, appears in court after being arrested for corruption and as an accomplice to Azrael Coleman."

I grinned wider. I had known about their partnership for months, and I couldn't believe someone like him is our father.

I'd rather use Randall's surname than his.

I never thought Simon would stoop this low for greed. Even Silver and Clyden had left him. Mason had also cut ties upon discovering his wrongdoings. That's what people get when they treat others like mere puppets to be used at their whim.

"Mason Parker, the sole heir of Parker Company, is rumored to take over the company-"

I was about to turn off the TV, but the reporter's next words stopped me.

"-but an anonymous tip claims Mason has a female sibling, rumored to be an illegitimate child-"

"Fuck," I cursed as I grabbed my phone.

How did they find out?

"Haze," I said coldly as soon as he picked up.

"I know. I'm watching," he said before I could even ask for a favor. "Give me ten minutes. I'll handle it."

Politicians are something else. They have teams to clean up their messes. Because Haze is a friend of mine, I benefit from his work.

But, ten minutes was so long.

"Five," I negotiated.

"Seven."

"Three." I raised a brow.

"Fine. Five, it is." He sighed before ending the call.

If there's one thing I don't want the world to know, it's my true identity.

Suddenly, my gaze landed on the television, where Clyden was making his announcement about running for president.

Finally, this country will be in a better place.

After that, I went to the address Evangeline texted me earlier. She told me to wear a purple dress since it was the motif for the wedding we were attending.

I chose a sleeveless purple dress that complimented my body.

"How are you, witch?" Evangeline greeted me with a grin as soon as she saw me walking in.

She wore a backless purple dress that hugged her curves, with her hair styled in a messy bun.

Evangeline looked more ready for a night out at a bar than a wedding, which made me raise an eyebrow.

"How dare you change my schedule without asking for my permission?" I asked, ignoring her greeting.

"You always say you're too busy, so I decided to take matters into my own hands," she replied.

I only rolled my eyes as I walked further to see whose wedding we were attending.

Evangeline may have many friends, but I'm her only close friend. I wondered what could have made her go to something like this.

"Anyway, look who's here today," Evangeline said, and I looked around.

My eyes widened when I saw who else was in the garden-Haze, Mason, members of their mafias, and even my team.

Finnick caught my eye, grinned, and raised his glass of wine in a silent toast, his charm as effortless as ever.

"Is this a reunion?" I asked, turning to Luna as she approached with a radiant smile that seemed to light up the entire room.

She wore a wedding gown that blended shades of purple and white, an unusual yet beautiful choice. Then it hit me. Crap. Luna is the bride!

"It's our wedding today!" Luna declared, her excitement contagious as she gestured toward Rain, who stood beside her.

He gave me a small, shy smile before his attention returned to his bride.

"I'm so glad you could make it!" Luna beamed.

"You saved her life, and now you're marrying her?" I teased Rain, recalling the time I heard he'd been shot while protecting Luna.

She laughed at my remark, the sound like a melody in the joyous atmosphere.

But as I glanced around the venue, my chest tightened.