THE BILLIONAIRE'S HIDDEN HEIRS

CHAPTER 9

"Rihav! Come on, let me go!" I exclaimed at Rihav while holding my hand.

This wasn't the route Sean took when he brought me here. The surroundings were entirely different, and I had no idea where we were going. I had no trust in Rihav now; he shattered my trust in him.

Yes, he saved me from those who disrespected me earlier, but it didn't mean everything was okay between us. I was extremely annoyed with him as we walked. His grip on me was tight, and he rushed me to walk faster. I had shouted multiple times for him to release me, but it seemed like Rihav was deaf to my pleas.

"Rihav, please!" I was exhausted from shouting. I eventually stopped walking because my new shoes, I believe, had caused blisters on my feet.

He glanced at me when I stopped. I glared at him and tried once again to free my hand.

"Can we just forget about each other, Rihav? Let go of me. I still have work I can't skip; I might get fired," I said.

His eyes darkened, and his jaw clenched. "You won't go back there, Fay. Didn't you see what that guy did to you? He disrespected you." His voice was tinged with anger.

"You're such an i***t. I don't trust you, so let me go. I know what I'm doing, Rihav. Don't interfere."

I got more annoyed because he still had no intention of releasing me. I didn't have time for Rihav's drama. I wanted to work for my children. Even though it was against my will to endure the mistreatment inside the club, I could endure it for the sake of feeding my two waiting children.

"You need to get away from here. I won't bring you back until you realize you shouldn't work there. I can provide for you if you want, just don't go back to that f*****g club!" he said firmly, pulling me again.

"Ouch!" I winced.

The pain I ignored earlier in my foot had worsened. With new shoes and my feet not yet accustomed to them, I probably got a small wound.

I closed my eyes in pain for a moment, and a few seconds later, I felt Rihav's hand on my back as he gently lifted me. One hand was on my thigh, holding my short skirt to prevent it from flying in the wind.

I allowed myself to be lifted by Rihav; it wasn't me who would be burdened. It was him. Besides, I felt something unusual when he lifted me, and I wasn't one to easily break down—I knew that about myself. But now, I don't know...

The last thing I knew, we were outside the building. I immediately felt the cool breeze wrapping around my thighs. I scanned my surroundings to figure out where Rihav had taken me. My eyes widened at the sight of luxurious cars, most of which had unique designs unlike the typical ones I saw in town.

"Just send me back to your people, Rihav. Go back inside. I'll go back to my room in the building." I said weakly, drained from all the shouting and kicking at Rihav.

"I said no! You're not going back there. You'll come with me, whether you like it or not."

We were now in front of a car, and I was sure it was his. He opened the door and gently seated me inside. He then moved to get in the driver's area.

It's only my second day at work, and this is what I'm doing now. What will my coworkers think? What will Sir Haiden say if they find out I didn't work on my second day? They'll fire me, and if I get fired, I won't have any money for my twins' upcoming birthday. I won't be able to treat them to the arcade, and they'll be disappointed in me for not keeping my promise.

I need to go back there; I need to work. This can't happen. He has committed a grave offense against me, and I should be angry with him.

Rihav was about to start the car when I decided to hurt him back. I opened the door and jumped out. The landing was painful for him, but it didn't stop him from running towards me. I endured the pain in my foot and hand as I hurried away.

"Damn it!" I heard Rihav shout as I tried to run away.

He caught up with me, grabbing me from behind. I struggled as he held my waist, my hand still throbbing from the impact. There was nothing I could do when I found myself back inside his car.

"Can we please stop pretending that we're okay, Rihav? Can you not interfere with my life anymore? You're married, Rihav, you should be there!" I yelled while slamming his chest.

He held my hand that was hitting his chest and wrapped it around his waist. His hand also embraced me.

"Are you that desperate to leave me, huh? You were willing to hurt yourself to escape from me..." I didn't respond, and there were a few seconds of silence between us. I heard him exhale before he spoke again, "Okay, if that's what you really want, I'll take you back to that building. But you'll be under my watch inside that club, and no one would dare to touch you in that damn club!" he said firmly.

I just nodded in response to him; I no longer cared about what he would say. I was scared now. I've fallen for his sweet words before, loved him with all I had—more than my parents. But all that love brought me nothing but pain.

Now, if I make reckless decisions, it won't only hurt me but also my two children waiting for me at home, and that's what worries me. I don't want them to get hurt...

I don't know why my heart still beats for Rihav, especially after everything, especially after seeing him again. I don't deny that I still love him. Yes, I am angry, but... what I feel is entirely wrong because Rihav is already married.

He was carrying me in front of the elevator doors when a man called out to him. He turned to face the man, and I heard laughter. I hid my face by covering it with my hand.

"Who's that girl, Rihav?"

Anxiety crawled through my body when I heard Sean's voice. Just yesterday, I was asking for his help, making sure Rihav wouldn't see me. Now, he's carrying me, and I can hear Sean.

"None of your business, Sem," Rihav replied.

"You're cheating; I thought you still love her—ouch!"

Rihav kicked him with one foot because of his firm grip on me. I also heard Rihav scolding Sean when he asked who he was holding. Luckily, Rihav is shielding me whenever Sean tries to look at me.

Sean slapped Rihav on the back before speaking again, "You're really stupid, Rihav. You're acting all secretive, but I already know who you're holding. By those shoes alone, I recognize her!"

"What do you mean?" Rihav feigned ignorance.

"Never mind, I'm leaving. Please take care of that little baby. She's dedicated to her work. Sometimes, she forgets to eat; she's too skinny. Advice from your handsome friend." Sean said before leaving with his companion.

I removed my hand, covering my face, and the door opened. Farah came out with another man. Our eyes widened when our gazes met, and it seemed she was in the same situation as me. She was being held by a handsome man at her waist.

The man called Rihav before they exited the elevator completely. Farah signaled something to me that I couldn't understand before the man pulled her away. Rihav entered the elevator and pressed the floor button where we were supposed to be.

"Wait, how did you find out?" I asked.

"My friend is the owner of this building; you know the ins and outs here." He replied, peering at me. "You knew Semon?" he asked.

I nodded slightly.

"You still love hiding something from me, huh..." he muttered.

"When did I ever keep secrets from you, Rihav? I used to tell you everything." I retorted.

"Really? Why are you hiding that you and Amer had a relationship before?" he said firmly.

Amer? He wanted you more than me. How could I possibly have a relationship with that Gay man? In just one hug, he felt disgusted. Already. You assumed we were in a relationship?

"How Amer and I have a relationship, Rihav, if we were already together back then? I'm not a cheater like you." I said, slapping his chest.

"Tsk, almost all the maids in the mansion, especially Mama, saw how you flirted outside the mansion. Then you say we have no relationship? I let it pass, Fay until Mama told me to leave the house, and you left with Amer alone." he emphasized the last words. "I told you back then not to be with that man, but you still did it."

"Are you calling me a flirt? Did I go with Amer and do things? You're stupid. You're stupid for believing others and not trusting me. Who was your girlfriend back then? Me or the maids in your mansion?" I said bitterly.

I was a maid in their mansion, but even though I was a bit insecure, I never cheated on him while we were together. It was a significant source of my insecurity that he was my master, but still, I entered a relationship with him, albeit secretly, because I loved him.

"If you are faithful to someone, you should follow what he said to you. But you didn't follow me, Fay. You broke our rules!"

"Our Rules? Or YOUR rules? Don't you think I'm suffocating in this relationship? Don't you think you're too strict, and it's always your way? Don't you think I want to be free, too?"

I saw his Adam's apple bob up and down. He avoided my gaze and remained silent. I wiped away the tears that threatened to fall.

The elevator signaled that we had reached the right floor. I moved to escape his grip. I managed to free myself and walked out of the elevator. I heard Rihav come out, too; I staggered due to the pain in my wounded foot.

"Go home, Rihav, go back to your wife," I said when I was in front of my room.

"I'll treat your wound. I'm not leaving," he replied.

I faced him. "Sir Haiden will scold me if he finds out I brought a man into my room. I don't want to lose my job, Rihav." I spoke.

"I'll scold him too if he scolds you. I will pull out my shares in this club, and let's see who comes out on top."

"Don't you understand? "Don't you really understand? I will be angry with Ella again if they discover I introduced a man to..." I finally realized what I said. '

I saw him swallow hard. "So that's the reason why those girls slapped you, huh? Who are you letting in? Damn, they're in trouble..." I didn't hear the last part as his voice softened.

"I let Sean in; he gave me food. Just go, take care of your life," I said, turning away.

As I was about to open my room, he approached me and hugged me. Surprised, I gasped, turning to check if anyone saw us, especially Ella.

"Damn, I miss you big time, and I'm jealous," he whispered in my ear.

I didn't respond, didn't move. I had nothing to say. I was afraid to fall and get hurt again. Years passed without seeing each other, yet I still felt my love for him. Maybe I'll wait for my heart to give up, for my soul to surrender.