The billionaire's only desire-Chapter 76: Billionaire Club gala Party, part 4

Aiden is bent down like a shrimp, still feeling the throbbing pain caused by Maya’s kick.

"Sister-in-law," River entered with his twin. "What the hell happened here? Was there a clash of the Titans?"

Aiden raised his head, and River immediately noticed his bruised lips. "Damn, bro, what happened to you, and why are you bending that way and holding your dick like that?"

Aiden groans, veins popping up on his face. "Maya did this to me," he said, his voice straining

"You probably deserve it," Oliver said.

"Yes, he did!" Maya burst out laughing. "Damn girl," River exclaimed, pumping her fist. "You had him good."

"Did you slam him into the broken flowerpot?"

Maya shook her head. "Actually..."

"Your dearest sweet cousin is responsible for this," Aiden says, looking at Oliver.

Oliver let out a sigh. "What are you accusing Charlotte of?"

Aiden stood up straight, anger on his face. "I will bring the answer." He dashed off toward the kitchen.

Oliver looked at Maya from head to toe, then shifted his gaze to the broken flowerpot and soil. "You bump into it?"

Maya nods.

Oliver turned on his doctor mode and examined her.

"I am fine, Doc," Maya assures him with a smile.

Aiden returned with the housemaid, her face painted with tears.

"Tell Doctor Oliver everything," Aiden demanded. freewebnøvel_com

The housemaid went down on her knees, shedding more tears as she told Oliver everything.

Oliver sank against the wall, his face buried in his hands. "You were wearing heels; you could have broken your legs. When did Charlotte become this callous?" He was crushed by disappointment.

Aiden juts his chin, feeling vindicated. "I told you so. But you are blinded by her performative human rights activism, always defending her."

Oliver’s chin quivered, as guilt consumed him.

"Do not beat yourself up, bro; she got us all fooled." River consoled his twin.

"Got you twins fooled not me."

River rolled his. "Sherlock Holmes."

"Are you attending the gala party?" Maya inquired. The twins were wearing tuxedos. "We are billionaires too," River said with smugness.

"Oliver, too?" Maya was skeptical. She knows River owns a construction and real estate company, but Oliver is only a doctor.

"Oliver inherited a billion-dollar pharmaceutical company from our grandfather," River explains.

"Wow, " Beatrice really hit the jackpot.

"Where do you think Charlotte is?" Maya asks. It was time for her to give Charlotte the taste of her own medicine.

"Probably downstairs, waiting for Dalton to arrive so she can take your place." Aiden guessed.

"Dalton," Maya glared at her gown, indignant. "I guess he will go alone; my gown is ruined!"

"Hmm." River pressed his finger against his lips. He took out his phone and made a call, requesting a gown from someone.

River finished the call with a smile."Brother-in-law to the rescue! Aiden will go fetch a new gown from a luxurious clothing store. Use the helicopter. "

"Okay, give me the address."Aiden accepted the errand. River texted him the address, and he left to get the new gown for Maya.

"Thank you very much!" Maya expressed her gratitude by kissing River’s cheeks.

River winked at her. "I got your back, sister-in-law. "

"I will go do my makeup and hair by myself." Maya sadly exhaled. The glam team worked all that magic on her for nothing. She will not allow Charlotte to get away with it.

Maya decided to take a quick shower. Her entire body was smeared with dirt, hair wasn’t spared.

Maya stood in front of the mirror, full of anticipation. She transformed her hair into soft waves that perfectly framed her face.

She stepped back and admired her hair. "I nailed it!" She loves how it flows effortlessly down her shoulders, emphasizing her collarbone and the delicate curve of her neck.

Now it is time for her makeup. She took her time and patience and meticulously redo it. "Wow," Maya said, admiring her face in the mirror. A contented smile spread across her face. She has outdone herself. Her makeup was flawless, outshining the makeup the glam team did. Maybe she should start making makeup tutorial videos too.

Makeup checked, hair done. She now has to wait patiently for the new gown.

***

Dalton arrived home very late. At the dinner meeting, he had to deal with two jerk investors who refused to yield until he used every persuasion tool in his arsenal.

They are extremely late; the gala party has already begun an hour ago.

He should have called Maya to let her know he would be late, but he was so busy at the meeting that he forgot to turn on his phone and call her.

To save time, he dressed up in his car and quickly drove home to pick up Maya.

"Dalton! Finally!" Charlotte blocked his part as he was heading in the direction of Maya’s room.

"Charlotte, you look good." Dalton complimented her.

Charlotte batted her eyes, doing a 360. "I know right,"

she took a step closer, leaving no space between them. "You look dashing handsome." Her tone was seductive as she placed a hand on Dalton’s chest.

Dalton grabbed her hand and took it off his chest, expressing his discomfort. He moved away from her.

"I need to go see Maya; we can talk later." Charlotte got in the way again. "Maya can’t make it, but she said I could go in her place."

"Why?"

Charlotte placed her hand over her lips and pretended to whisper. "She is in the time of the month; she is experiencing terrible menstrual cramps."

This made him feel even more guilty. She was probably calling to tell him about it, but his phone was turned off.

She must be in a lot of pain. "I need to go to her right away. "

"She took medication and is already asleep. Oliver said no one should bother her."Charlotte equipped.

Dalton felt relieved she had taken medication. "Alright, I will wait until she wakes up."

Charlotte pouts. "What about the gala party? I can be your plus one. Maya told me I could replace her."

"I am sorry, but I’m not going. If Maya is unable to attend, I have no reason to attend. You can go with the twins." Dalton was stern with his words.

Little tears rushed into Charlotte’s eyes. "I want to go with you. Maya said she is fine with it."

Dalton grumbled. He knows she is lying.

"I’m so sorry; I can’t go with you, Charlotte."

Charlotte’s tears turned into rage in her eyes. "You love that chef so much, huh?"

"Yes, she is the love of my life."

Another wave of tears flooded Charlotte’s eyes. "So no woman stands a chance?"

"Yes, you do not stand a chance with him; you will always be his cousin." An angry woman’s voice said.

Both Charlotte and Dalton turned their heads.

"Maya," Dalton breathed out her name. She looks unreal, like a beautiful, extraterrestrial being who has ascended to the Earth. He was captivated by her goddess-like, enthralling face. Her long, raven-black hair flowed down her shoulders like midnight. She is wearing a stunning gown that looks like it was woven from the night itself; the fabric highlights her curves like a second skin. She walked towards Dalton, each step majestic like that of a queen.

Her eyes, deep and mysterious, sparkled like twin galaxies, enticing him with an intensity that made his heart race. He choked on his words, "You look...You look unreal."

Maya smiled at him, but her smile faded as she turned to Charlotte.

"Oh, you are awake?" Charlotte looked shocked. "Then I will accompany the twins instead." Her voice was full of indignation.

"We can hang out at the gala party together!"

Maya sized her up."Wow, the dress you are wearing is something," Maya said, feigning admiration. "But what could go wrong?"

Charlotte narrowed her eyes as she recognized the underlying tone of Maya’s words. "What do you mean?"

Maya took a step closer, her fingers brushing against the fabric of Charlotte’s dress.

Maya’s eyes sparkled with malice as she pulled out a small pair of scissors from her purse, making her intentions clear.

"Maya, don’t you dare!" Charlotte shouted. But it was too late Maya snipped a small section of the lace at the neckline in one swift motion, the delicate threads unraveling like a bad dream, destroying the dress.

"No!" Charlotte screams in horror! "My beautiful gown!"

"Oops! Looks like you won’t be attending the gala with us." Maya said evilly.

"Bitch!" Charlotte rushes at Maya. Unfortunately for Charlotte, Maya met her with her fist.

Maya punches Charlotte hard in her face, breaking her nose as blood gushes out. Maya smirks. "We are even now."

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