My Billonaire Husband

Raine Solace adjusted her apron and wiped the sweat from her brow. The café was buzzing with activity, filled with customers drawn to its cozy charm. It was her pride and joy, a symbol of years of hard work and determination. As she served the last table of the day, her best friend, Lila Reyes, appeared at the counter with a knowing smirk. “You know, Raine, for someone who swore off men, you sure attract a lot of attention,” Lila teased, nodding toward a mysterious man seated in the corner. Raine turned to glance at him. He was tall, with sharp features and piercing gray eyes that seemed to see through her. His tailored suit screamed wealth, and his presence commanded attention. Yet, there was something unsettling about the way he watched her. “He’s probably waiting for someone,” Raine replied dismissively. “Or maybe he’s here for you,” Lila whispered with a wink. Before Raine could respond, the man stood and walked toward her. Every step he took felt deliberate, as if he owned the ground beneath his feet. When he reached the counter, he gave her a faint smile. “Miss Solace?” His deep voice sent a shiver down her spine. “Yes? How can I help you?” “I’m Damien Blackwood,” he introduced himself, extending a hand. Raine froze. The name was familiar—he was the billionaire whose face graced countless business magazines. But what was he doing in her café? “I’d like to discuss a proposal,” Damien continued, his tone smooth but authoritative. Raine raised an eyebrow, her skepticism evident. “I don’t think I have anything you’d be interested in.” “Oh, but you do,” Damien said, his lips curling into a faint smile. “This is not about your café. It’s about you.” The weight of his words hung in the air, and Raine felt a mix of curiosity and unease. Before she could question him further, Damien placed a sleek black business card on the counter. “Meet me for dinner tonight,” he said. “Eight o’clock. The address is on the card.” With that, he turned and walked out, leaving Raine and Lila staring after him in stunned silence. “What the hell just happened?” Raine muttered. “Girl, you better go,” Lila said, practically vibrating with excitement. “Who knows? This might be your ticket to a whole new world.” Raine wasn’t so sure. Something about Damien Blackwood felt dangerous, yet she couldn’t deny the pull he had over her. As the clock ticked closer to eight, she found herself slipping into a dress she hadn’t worn in years. That night, she would step into Damien Blackwood’s world—and her life would never be the same.