Love Game With The Rebel Billionaire

Right. It was five years ago.

I bit my lip, feeling a sudden pang of guilt. I often act as if I don't care about my life, forgetting that there are people who love me-other than my children. "Fine. I'll rest afterward. I just need to take care of something first," I reassured him.

Haze is so different when he's serious. No smiles, no laughter, no jokes. This is his demeanor when it comes to his mafia dealings, and his people say he's downright terrifying when angry. He simply nodded, and I walked out of the hospital.

I went to my company to handle some documents, then stopped by Parker Company for more paperwork. Mason looked visibly exhausted when I arrived.

"She'll be fine," I told him, patting his shoulder. "Evangeline's a strong woman. You were the one who told me that, right?"

He gave me a faint smile and said nothing more. It was clear he was barely holding on. After being with Evangeline for so long, he must be struggling with what's happening now.

But what if I told them I was the reason this happened to Evangeline? That the person was trying to kill me, and she was just caught in the crossfire because she uncovered something she shouldn't have? Would they hate me? Would they despise me?

I don't know anymore. Maybe, like them, I'm just trying to survive-enduring everything until I figure out who's behind this.

But I'll find out soon enough.

If I can't find that person now, I'll make sure they come to me.

Suddenly, my phone rang, pulling me from my thoughts. It was Luna, so I answered it. "Hello?"

"Ma'am, I have something important to tell you."

"Wait a minute," I told her.

Mason glanced at me briefly but quickly turned away. I knew he was worried about me, but it only added to my guilt. I knew he still held a grudge against me, even if he didn't show it.

I can't tell him. I don't want them to get dragged into this.

I stepped out of his office and went to an empty room. "What is it?"

I had assigned her a tedious task. I didn't know who else I could trust in my team, so I left it to her.

The same goes for Kesha, who handles the most confidential tasks because of her computer skills.

"This is so weird," Luna said in her usual haughty tone, making me frown. "I've been sneaking around the mansion for hours. I've almost been caught several times while playing ninja there." "And?" I rolled my eyes, annoyed by her long-winded introduction.

I heard her take a deep breath. "I found a large white plastic bag filled with clothes. Remember what you told me about the black t-shirt and cap? They're in there!"

My frown deepened, but I immediately went on high alert. I already knew why she found it suspicious.

After searching for so long, she had just now found evidence. It felt too good to be true.

"Double-check it. It could be rigged with a bomb or bug." My heart raced as I tried to calm myself. "Where are you? I'll come to you."

"Chill! I'm already at the hideout," she replied casually, slightly laughing. "I'm in the computer room with Kesha. And don't worry; there's no bomb or bug. I'm smart, you know! I even asked Rain for a bomb detector just in case!" "That's good." I chuckled. "I'll be there soon."

After hanging up, I stepped out of the room, only to find Mason leaning against the wall beside the door, waiting for me.

My heart skipped a beat as I adjusted the bow on my shirt. He was staring at me intently.novelbin

"Do you need something?" I asked, trying to sound confident.

He stared at me for a moment, his eyes intimidating. "Tell me everything while I still have the patience, Sapphire. If I take action, you won't like the outcome." He's mad. This isn't good.

"Dad won't allow it," I replied with a shrug, slipping my hands into the pockets of my gray slacks. "I have somewhere to be. I'll be back later."

I didn't let him respond as I walked away.

That's the reason I'm alive, Mason. It's to protect you from danger.

And I must do that for our cousin, too.

***

"DID YOU find anything new?" I asked Luna and Kesha as I entered the computer room.

Kesha was typing furiously on the keyboard, while Luna was sprawled on the couch, feet on the table.

I shook my head at the sight. She was even wearing mini-shorts, completely unbothered in our presence.

She looked exhausted, so I let her rest. Fieldwork really takes a toll.

"I did," Kesha said, making me walk over to her.

I leaned on the backrest of her chair. "What is it?"

"Here." She handed me a piece of paper.

I read it, frowning as I realized it was a DNA test. It had a 100% match marked at the bottom. My eyebrow shot up in confusion.

"Was there saliva on the clothes?"

"Ah, no. The clothes were covered in blood, so I had Kesha test it," Luna explained, though I wasn't asking her. "I figured it would lead you to something." "You know how to do that too?" I asked Kesha, impressed.

She smirked in response-a truly talented woman.

"Whose DNA is this?" I asked, scanning the paper again.

"It says..." Kesha clicked a few keys before continuing. "Ash Cassius Coleman. Who's that?"

Hearing the name, my knees almost buckled.

Luckily, I held onto the chair for support. I calmed myself down, but my thoughts were in turmoil.

This is so strange... and contradicting.

***

Later that night, I went back to Greensmith Medical Hospital. The bodyguards let me in since I had authorization.

Sitting beside Evangeline, who was still unconscious and peaceful, I whispered to her, "Evangeline... you need to wake up." "Really?"

"What the fuck!" I nearly jumped out of my seat as she opened her eyes and turned to face me.

"Sshh, keep quiet," she said, placing a finger on my lips as she reached under her pillow. "I've been waiting for you to visit at this hour. They can't know I'm awake."

I raised an eyebrow. "Why?"

"Look at what Tanner found."

She handed me something odd, but my attention shifted.

"Tanner knew you were awake before I did?" I asked with my eyes squinting.

Unbelievable.

"That's not important right now, Sapphire. This is!" She rolled her eyes and pointed at the...

"Heck!" I shrieked, throwing what she gave me to the floor.

What the fuck is this?