The Unwanted Bride: Claimed by the Billionaire - Chapter 29: Chapter 29

Cassie’s POV
The next Morning!
“You know you can say whatever it is that’s on your mind instead of gawking at me?” Shawn mumbled as he buttoned up his shirt.
I rolled my eyes at him and got more comfortable under the duvet.
“You can always ask for it anytime you want it. I’m all yours.” He said and I sat up. “Do you only think about sex?”
At this point, Shawn was done dressing up. He took slow steps to the bedside and sat beside me. “Why do you think so?”
“That’s all you seem to talk about,” I said, looking into his eyes.
“I’m sure we talk about other stuff! You just seem to recall the intimate part more. But it’s allowed since we are a couple.”
“Besides, it’s almost impossible to think straight whenever you are around.” I noticed that his pupil was almost dilated as he stared at me.
I was tempted to ask him what was so special about me but I couldn't bring myself to voice it out since I had more pressing issues.
“Would you recommend your doctor? I need some shots.”
He frowned. “Shots for?”
“You’ve been going all raw on me.”
“I thought we had come to a conclusion regarding this topic?”
I shook my head. “That was your opinion. I didn’t agree with you.”
“You are not getting any shots. And I really hope you don’t go behind me making any sole decisions.”
“This is my body, Shawn!” I said to him with gritted teeth.
“Our body!” He warned. He was almost touching my head when I pulled away.
“I would do whatever it is that you want. Just don’t do anything that would hurt the baby.”
“Your obsession about wanting a child with me is insane. What did I do to deserve such an important role in your life? Or let me guess, you are being all nice because you want me to carry your babies. Then what’s going to happen after that? You will remind me of all the debt that I’ve got to pay back? Or what if I’m unable to get pregnant?”
“Don’t say that!” I saw pain flash across his eyes for a moment. I had no idea if it was my last words that got to him or all of the statements.
“You may find it hard to believe but I respect you as my wife. My personality may not be the best, but I try my best for you. It’s not my wish to keep throwing the debt issue at your face but you leave me no choice if you continue to refuse me.
“I wouldn’t treat you any less even after you birth our babies. In this home, negative words are prohibited. If you are unable to get pregnant, then we have the rest of our lives to keep trying.”
My body shivered at the thought of Shawn’s cock drilling me for the rest of my life.
“If you still hate me and want to leave me after the child is born, then you are free to. But the baby is going to stay with me.”
“I hate repeating myself and I hope you take my words for real this time around!” Shawn said sternly.
I said nothing, staring at the duvet on me. Me having his baby means I was going to have ties with him forever and there was no way in hell that I was going to leave my child behind. I mentally massaged my temple when it hit me that I had no means to take care of the baby even though I demanded custody or ran away with it.
“This is your new reality and I hope you embrace it soon enough. See you at dinner!” Shawn placed a kiss on the side of my forehead after which he took his leave.
………..
After about three hours of discussion and negotiation in the boardroom, the meeting finally came to an end. Shawn stepped out, walking side by side with his father.
“What is it you said you wanted to tell me?” Shawn asked his father.
“Yeah, you have a dinner date with Stella this evening. To discuss the construction deal.”
Shawn stopped in his tracks, his father followed suit.
“Stella? Same Stella?”
Donald nodded.
Shawn shook his head. “That’s not possible, father. Either you go yourself or you nominate someone.”
“I would have done that if it were possible but this project is very personal. I’m on my way to the airport; for France. I can only trust you with this.”
“Come on, Dad. Do you realize I’m married? Well, if you aren’t chanced then postpone it or you have it virtually.”
“Look son, I respect the fact that you are married but I didn’t read extra meaning to this. Yeah, things between you and Stella ended terribly. You both are married now so business must go on.”
“You are to go through the terms of the deal with her over dinner. It shouldn’t take too much of your time. It’s only you I trust. Please take care of this for me.”
………
Hours later
Shawn’s POV
I got to the restaurant right on time and the waitress led me to the table. Stella was seated, waiting for me. Her lips curved into a smile the moment she saw me from afar. She rose to her feet to welcome me ahead.
“Hi!” Stella smiled brightly and tried to initiate a hug with me. I ignored the gesture and drew out a seat for myself.
She hid her disappointment behind her smile and took a seat opposite me. It was a VIP table for two in one of the most prestigious restaurants in the city.
“It’s good to see you, Shawn!” She smiled at me and for the first time that night, I took a full glance at Stella. Her features were still as I remembered. Tall, tan skin, seductive eyes, plum lips with her signature red lips stick, and pretty. Hell, she wasn’t even as pretty as Cassie.
I mentally slapped myself in the head. Why did I bring Cassie into this?
I stared at her, not saying anything.
“Are you still mad at me?” She smiled again. “It’s been years, Shawn. Besides, our fathers are good friends and business partners so you should have known that a day like this would come again.”
I still said nothing, as I tried my best not to throw her deadly glares.
“I’m sorry!” She finally mumbled. My right hand was on the table. She leaned closer and placed her hand on mine, intertwining it.