Use me Mr. billionaire

Marriage proposal

“Excuse me, what? ”

I blinked twice, did I hear that right?

“You heard me, if you don't want me to kill you with my own two hands, marry me. ”

“I heard you but w-what? Why would you marry me? ”

He sighed and ran his hand in his hair.

“Scarlet Lockheart, granddaughter of Theodore Lockheart, the head of the Lockheart empire. A smart woman who got her law degree at a young age because of her intelligence. Won multiple trials and a dignified woman who masters all etiquette known to man. You're a tough woman, you're a perfect candidate to be my wife. ”

I was speechless for a bit, how did he know all that?

“T-Then if I agree, what will I get in return? ”

He looked at me.

“I won't kill you. That is what you get in return. ”

“Plus, don't you want revenge? Don't you want to see the man who betrayed you getting his life ruined? Don't you want to get back your company? I will help you, all you have to do is stay by my side.”

Revenge, those words made my heart burn in passion.

“But what will you get if I agree? Our company is what makes our name well known but now it's gone because of that jerk. I have nothing anymore. I have no money anymore, I have nothing to boast about. ”

“Don't be too worried about your company, you will get it back very soon, if you agree to marry me. ”

“I don't care whether you're broke or rich, I have money. Moreover, your surname won't have any use anymore if you will use mine.”

Speaking of, what's his surname?

“Who are you? If you and Aries are brothers, are you a Villafuerte as well? ”

He looked at me as if I said something so offensive, damn, what did I do?

“Villafuerte? Hah, what an insult, can you not mention such an inconsequential surname. I am a Buenaventura. Vince Buenaventura. ”

I was almost choked by my own saliva.

Buenaventuras are a notorious criminal family operating in the country for decades. They are highly secretive and known for their violence and ability to swiftly neutralize any who pose a threat to their power. They are active in many illegal dealings including extortion, drug smuggling and organized crime. They are one of the most powerful criminal organizations here in the country, known for their vast wealth and influence.

They are highly feared and respected by many, and their reach and power extend far beyond the nation. They are skilled at negotiating deals with authorities and corporations, They have also gained a degree of political power, and their ability to manipulate local law enforcement and government agencies is no longer a well-kept secret.

How did I know that? Because I'm a lawyer and have encountered lots of news, articles and cases about them. And my grandfather has a significant connection with them since they're not only influential underground but in business as well.

But these days they've gone quiet, I heard they are focusing more on business but they are still a menace in the community.

“A-Are you for real? Are you one of their underlings or a distant relative who knows about their doings? ”

If he's actually a Buenaventura then no doubt, he won't hesitate to kill me in a blink of an eye.

He chuckled.

“Underlings? Distant relative? Nah, I'm the son of the current head of the family.”

My eyes widened, is he for real? Wait, yes, I heard about him. The only son of the Buenaventura family, he is a well known bachelor of the country, he is always featured in the magazine for being one of the youngest self-made billionaires. How stupid can I be?

For ordinary people they probably only see them as successful business men but to us who have information about them, they are not just a simple businessman.

“W-Wait then if Aries is your brother, is he also related to the Buenaventura family?”

His face darkened and by his response I can tell that he hates my ex fiance. Is that why he's proposing to me? To use me against Aries? Well, I don't mind, I loathe that jerk as well.

“You've been together for two years and yet you still don't know his other side? What a joke.”

“You will know everything soon, though only if you agree to marry me. If you won't then I have no choice but to end you. ”

The tone of his voice let me know how serious he is. Dang it, after all the information I knew it's so hard to process it all.

“I have a little bit of patience. Just say yes or no so you won't waste both of our time. ”

I sigh, why am I even deciding?

“I'm not stupid Mr. Buenaventura, if you're the only way for me to survive in this cruel world then I'll attach myself to you like a leech.”

“So? Do I have your permission to use you?”

I matched his smirk with another smirk.

“Use me Mr. billionaire. I want a grand wedding and a big diamond for our wedding ring. ”

“Nice answer. That's all I wanna hear.”

“Eat and regain your strength, I'll be out for a moment and handle something. Feel free to roam around the house. ”

“Don't do anything stupid, one wrong move and I won't hesitate to kill you. ”

The moment he stepped outside I quickly got up from bed and put the food in my lap. I'm ravenously starving.

I was munching the steak when the door opened again, with the beef in my hands I looked at who opened it and quickly put down my food when I saw Vince standing in the door looking at me blankly.

I swallowed my food.

“Do you need anything? ”

He just stared at me and my hands through my food then threw something in the bed. I looked at it and saw that it's a first aid kit.

“Don't talk when your mouth is full. So much for being dignified. Heal your

wrist. ”

He said before turning his back and closing the door. Wait, did I just see him smile?