The Billiaire Bargain

Chapter Five

I prepared myself for the hospital visit. I had the resources to pay for my mother's continued medication, and I was eager to resolve this issue quickly. I could put this issue behind me and move on to the next challenge of paying the bills. I looked to see if any of the items I had listed online had sold; a few had, but not many. I would simply save any money I made from this stuff for the following bill.I put on a black sweater and a pair of skinny jeans. I put my hair up in a high ponytail and only applied mascara and lip gloss. I took an uber to the hospital after leaving my house. Once I arrived there, I exited and went to see my mother. I was going to greet her and then pay the bill.

"Hi honey, how are you doing? "She smiled as she greeted me. She appeared to be slightly animated even now.

" Hello mom, how are you doing?" I replied.

"I'm not bad, really. Today I'm feeling pretty good. Today, I actually felt like eating. "Her voice had a hint of excitement.

"That's awesome!" I grinned. This was a huge improvement because she hadn't had an appetite in so long. Hearing that she was improving made me happy.

"I'm eager to leave this place. They believe I might soon be in good enough health to undergo surgery to completely remove the cancer. I'll then be finished with this mess. "She made a smile.

Due to how frail she was when she arrived at the hospital, they decided against having surgery. Those words thrilled me, and I couldn't wait for her to get home. But I was aware that surgery would be even more costly. My stomach ached with worry because I had been struggling to make ends meet this past week and had to rely on Daniel Shaw's generosity to get by. There was no guarantee that I would earn a good sum again.

I stayed with her for a couple more minutes before bidding her farewell. I then moved toward the nurse's desk. "I'm here to make payment ." I spoke with the nurse whom I had previously spoken to.

"Wait a moment while I pull up the account," She gave her computer a quick glance before turning to me and grinning. "It's been paid already. It appears that a deposit of $100,000 was also made to the account.

"What?" I queried. There was no way Rick could have carried out this action. not unless he had a specific desire. "Can you please just confirm the account information for me?Just want to make sure it's accurate."

“Sure. The last four of the account number is 4904. Last name on the account is Shaw .” She responded by relaying the information.

It had to be Daniel . Due to his father, Rick was given the last name Moore. But why would he act in this way? I grinned and said, "Perfect, thank you," I said to the nurse. I made a U-turn and left the medical facility, calling an uber to take me to Shaw Enterprises. I had to find out what was going on.

Shaw Enterprises had its headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee, as the driver continued to drive deeper into the city. The driver quickly pulled into a parking spot in front of the structure. "Thank you " I spoke as I exited the vehicle.I entered and went to the front desk. I had previously visited, but it had been for Rick ,

"Hello, Julia” She welcomed me.” Do you want to see Mr. Moore?”

"No. I'm actually here to see Mr. Shaw." I answered.

She had a perplexed expression. "Is he expecting you?"

"Well, not quite. I need to discuss something I'm planning for Mr.Moore" I created the most convincing defense I could.

She bowed. "Top floor, after Mr. Moore's office at the end of the hall. I'll inform his secretary that you are coming."

"Thank you so much " I smiled ,before heading to to the elevator

Of course, baffled Justin had to come with. We entered a room where his secretary sat and then entered his office. It was spacious and covered with windows, showcasing the view of the city.I pushed the elevator button to go to floor 32, the top floor. When the elevator finally dinged, it signaled that I had arrived. I left the elevator and made my way to Daniel's workplace. I regrettably bumped into Rick as I passed by his office.

When he saw me, he laughed and said, "Coming to beg me to take you back?" He queried.

"No. I am not here for you "I responded.

"So who? Nobody else who is rational would permit a w***e like you inside." He made fun of me.

A husky voice responded for me before I could. "She is here for me". Both of us turned to face Daniel.His hair wasn't slicked back today, and he was donning a black suit. "Come on in." He signaled for me.

Rick resumed speaking at last. “You really are a gold digger “As he observed me, he laughed. “Daniel, don't waste your time; she's carefree and abused. Like hurling a hot dog down a hallway," I rolled at my eyes at him .Rick and I only occasionally had s****l relations; he mostly saved me for his clients. We were only really intimate until there was one instance when I refused. It was only at the beginning of the relationship. He changed somewhat at that point. He started bringing in random girls because he wanted to be able to exit whenever he pleased. I began entertaining the clients for him when he started using the money intended for my mother against me.

"Oh really" As he spoke, Daniel drew nearer to Rick. He boasted to Rick, "She was really sweet when I f*cked her last night ," but he kept a stern tone and showed no emotion.

He didn't anticipate that, and I watched as Rick's face started to lose color. He was unable to speak, and I grinned contentedly. Although Rick had previously arrived home with a similar expression thanks to Daniel, it was much more enjoyable to witness it.

"At this point, leave my office. I need to talk business with Julia." He turned to face me and gave me a thorough examination. back to Rick after that. Maybe "I'll make out with her again right here at my desk."

The only action Rick took was to quickly leave the room. After he shut the door behind him, I replied to his remark." I'm not here for that, "I say. I let Daniel know.

I know, he chuckled. "Your mother's bill is the reason you are here." He motioned for me to take the seat in front of him as he sat down at his desk.I sat down. “Why did you do that? What’s the catch here?”

"I can't just do it out of kindness from my heart" He grinned. Peering into me with those icy blue eyes.

"I recognize you as family. A catch is always present. "I replied by lowering my arms. "So tell me what is it then?"

He laughed a little bit. "Your agreement with Rick inspired me to come up with one of our own, I guess."