A Deal With The Millionaire

” Huh? ” Layla asked in disbelief.

” Am sorry, I shouldn’t have said that ” He apologized and Layla smiled lightly, she wasn’t expecting that, tho she had planned to leave but she never expected he would call her back.

” It’s fine sire, I guess I overreacted too ” She replied slowly, fondly with her fingers.

” You should just call me Shane, so you would get used to it before the day ” Shane said trying his best to be nice and she nodded.

” A part of the contract says you aren’t allowed to inform anyone else, but… ” He paused glancing at Mirah who bent her head immediately.

” Ah, it’s fine, she’s my best friend, she wouldn’t tell anyone ” Layla defended and Mirah nodded in support.

” Alright then, you girls should please wait, my Pa would be here soon, you have to sign some papers ” He said and Layla muttered an * oh *

” I’ll excuse you two then ” He said and with that walked away while Layla watched as he ascended the stairs.

Mirah grabbed Layla immediately to herself while Layla raised her brow.

” Was that really Shane Kent? ” She asked with widened eyes and Layla nodded.

” Wow, he’s really handsome ” She said and Layla nodded again in agreement.

” But why was he acting nice, I thought he’s cold with the way he always has this cold look on during interviews,, he even called us back and apologized ” Mirah said unbelievably and Layla nodded.

” You sure this is the third time you’re meeting him? ” Mirah asked suspiciously.

” What’re you thinking about? ” Layla asked, freeing herself from Mirah’s grip.

” I’m just saying, it looks like he didn’t want to lose you or something, I mean he could give the contract to someone else and they would gladly accept that huge offer ” Mirah said and Layla scoffed.

” He’s only acting like that cause he thinks I wouldn’t reveal his secret to no one, which I wouldn’t, cause it’s none of my business.. I just wanna help him, make money to take care of dad and our fees and that’s all, we’re never meeting again ” She explained and Mirah nodded.

” I hope his Pa arrives soon, I’m kinda hungry ” Mirah said and Layla chuckled before her eyes did the feasting around the living room.

It’s so cozy and everything in it looks expensive, even the luxurious furnitures.

Layla kept pondering about what Mirah had just discussed with her.

She’s right, why does he care?.

He’s probably stressed out ’cause of the emotional trauma his fiancee had caused him and doesn’t want any form of argument.

She isn’t sure if that’s accurate, but she believes it is. Not like they knew each other or something.

***

” Sir, I’m here ” Claus announced as he walked into Shane’s large suite which looked like a mansion on its own.

” Give those documents to her to sign and ensure you explain the rules to her ” Shane said, coming out of the inner room and Claus nodded.

” Inform the chef to prepare a meal for them, they must be hungry ” He added and Claus nodded and with that silence followed.

Shane, wondering why Claus hadn’t gone turned to him with his brows slightly raised and when Claus noticed he had gained his attention, he cleared his throat before proceeding to speak.

” Sire, don’t you think you’re being a bit lenient with Miss Layla ” He said more like a question and Shane turned to face him completely.

He raised his brow and Claus itched his hair nervously before proceeding anyways.

” I mean, you don’t have this usual cold look on whenever you’re talking to her, you act nice to her and it’s strange ’cause that’s not you ” Claus said and Shane kept on staring at him for a while before looking away and walking away to one of the couches which he landed his butt on.

” Go on ” He gave him a go ahead.

” I mean, it looks like you’ve known her for a while now, and it seems weird ” He completed and Shane nodded thoughtfully for a while before stopping and retaining his normal expressionless look back on.

” Yeah, it should be ” Was all he said as he stared into space.

His fist suddenly clenched and his expression changed.

” Brielle ” He mumbled with gritted teeth before turning to Claus who was confused.

” All I need is a way to get out of this mess, and I need her.. I have to play along to her desires, and after then we can go our separate ways,, did I clear your doubts now? ” He asked, bringing back his gaze to Claus who nodded immediately.

” I’ll leave then ” He said with a short bow and with that exited the lounge while Shane released a deep sigh thinking about what life has left for him, now that his fiancee suddenly left without a word, not even a word without from her parents or relatives.

How could they do that to him?, That could totally ruin his reputation!.

All that matters right now is that the wedding must happen, he doesn’t care about what comes next, he could still live with that.

***

” Thanks so much for this ” The two friends thanked Claus after a very delightful meal and he smiled in return.

” It’s fine, I’m only acting on orders ” He replied and they nodded.

” So? ” Layla asked with her brows slightly raised, referring to the contract.

” Yeah, sure ” Claus said almost immediately as he handed over a document to her while she went through it alongside with Mirah.

” And that’s all?, I wouldn’t have any cause to be here again? ” Layla asked as she read the part where the two wouldn’t be in contact with each other anymore and Claus nodded.

” Yeah, but before then, you have to do anything we say ” He added.

” I hope nothing else will be included after signing this contract? ” Layla asked.

” You should trust us ” Claus said assuringly and Layla nodded.

” So we’re staying here till then? ” Mirah asked and Claus nodded.

” You shouldn’t worry about your stuffs, Boss sent some maids to get them already ” Claus added.

” And yeah, you two have a conference in two days now, you have to get ready and you should learn how to act like Brielle, and there will be… ”

” Please hold on a sec ” Layla cut him off and he raised his brow.

” Why do I have to go through all this? ” She asked, she isn’t used to all this, they’re completely new and odd to her.

” You have to, ’cause you’re to act as Brielle, Boss’s fiancee, you don’t want people finding out you look strange, so there will be a woman here tomorrow, she’s gon’ teach you everything you need to know, dress you up and learn some few things about Brielle so all this would be as perfect as planned, and yes, prepare you ahead of the conference ” Claus explained and Layla sighed.

They never told her all this, now she has to go through all this stress when all she has in mind was to act as the so-called bride for a day and then after getting her pay, leave, not all these!.

She sighed for the umpteenth time before glancing at Mirah who had a worried look on, wondering if her friend could do all these .

” But, why’s there a need for a conference meeting? ” Mirah suddenly asked.

” Shane and Brielle hadn’t been to any conference or interview after they had announced their wedding, people have to be aware how they got to know each other ” He explained and Mirah nodded.

” I should show you two to your rooms later, it’s being arranged by the maids “He added and they nodded.

He bowed a little before making his way out of the room.

” Can you do all these? ” Mirah asked worriedly, turning to Layla after Claus had walked out of sight.

” I guess ” She replied with a mutter.

***

Layla descended the stairs steathily trying not to make a sound so as to not interrupt the duo who seemed engrossed in their conversation.

” She’s here ” The strange lady announced on seeing her and Shane twisted his head to the direction the lady’s gaze was focused on and his eyes met with Layla who approached them without saying a word.

” Morning ” She muttered as she stood by the couch the duo were seated.

” You should have your seat ” Shane said without looking at her and she sat anyways.

” Am Jennifer Aniston, I’ld be helping you in preparing for the wedding and help you get ready for the conference tomorrow ” She said, offering an handshake.

” Layla Brown ” She replied, welcoming the handshake before Jennifer shook her head.

” First mistake ” She said and Layla raised her brow slightly.

” It’s Brielle Caddel, your name… do not forget that ” She said more like an order and Layla nodded in approval, trying to stick to that in her head.

” Now let’s move to the proposal ” She said and Layla raised her brow, then turned slightly to Shane who had no expression on.

” Sorry? ” She asked for more clarification.

” You have to put a proposal ring on, so let’s do it now, he has to put a ring on your finger right now, that’s the first step ” She said and her she twisted her brows slightly confused about what she had just heard.

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