The Billionaire's Secrets

Chapter 29 A father's love and the secret meeting

Storm's pov

In this moment, I have never felt so much love and care. The happiness that emanated from these people whom I call family, made me cry. I didn't want to breakdown in front of them. I knew they were trying really hard to not show how much this was affecting them. They were more overbearing than anything. Luckily the mansion had a lot of rooms because Mic's family had decided to stay over. I was going to make the best of this time and shower them with all the love and happiness I could so that if I did die, they would remember all the happy times we've spent during our time together and so that they also don't be so sad.

Evan and Dylan were crazy idiots but I loved them like little brothers. I just want you all to know that no matter what happens, I'll always love you and cherish our time together. And I don't want to see any tears anymore. But lots and lots of smiles and laughter. So let's make the most of this, I said whilst wiping away each one's tears and pulling them in for a group hug. I winced at how tightly they held me and Mic helped me out when he saw me. "Okay guys that's enough. She's still fragile you know." With that they pulled away and smiled at me with love in their eyes.

"Well, darling, what would you like to eat? How about some of your favourite soup?" continued Mic's mama, clasping her hands together with a smile that didn't make her eyes twinkle like usual. I know she was really trying to hold in her tears. So I take her hands in mine and tell her si mama, that would be wonderful and pull her in for a hug again. Nothing beats my favourite mama's soup, I say with a smile. "come on boys, time to get busy in the kitchen" she tells them. They all leave except Mic's father. He sits next to me and holds me in his arms. This man has been the most amazing. I have never felt a father's love until I met him.

"My darling, sweetheart daughter, you are so brave and full of life and all things amazing. I don't know why this is happening to you. I still want to see my grandkids running around and playing you know" he murmurs quietly with tears silently rolling down his cheeks. I look up at him and wipe his tears away no papa, don't cry. I will always be in here and I place my hand over his heart. "But you will fight right my darling? Tell me you will fight to get through this. I know life has been hard on you and you have been strong all along but you can't give up now". Papa I will do my best and no matter what I'll always love you. You have been the best papa I could ever have asked God for. Yes, I've been through a lot but God has blessed me with a papa so amazing so how could I not fight? I am papa's daughter afterall, I say. And he tugs me on his lap and wraps his hands around me resting his chin on top of my head, cradling me like a baby. "That you are my sweetheart. Papa's daughter. Papa's strong and brave daughter." With that, he begins to sing me to sleep whilst rocking me.

"Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)"

Goodnight, my angel
Time to close your eyes
And save these questions for another day
I think I know what you've been asking me
I think you know what I've been trying to say
I promised I would never leave you
And you should always know
Wherever you may go
No matter where you are
I never will be far away

Goodnight, my angel
Now it's time to sleep
And still so many things I want to say
Remember all the songs you sang for me
When we went sailing on an emerald bay
And like a boat out on the ocean
I'm rocking you to sleep
The water's dark
And deep inside this ancient heart
You'll always be a part of me

Goodnight, my angel
Now it's time to dream
And dream how wonderful your life will be
Someday your child may cry
And if you sing this lullabye
Then in your heart
There will always be a part of me

Someday we'll all be gone
But lullabyes go on and on...
They never die
That's how you
And I
Will be

Michael' pov

I couldn't help watching papa and Storm interact through the slightly open door. I started crying again and watched him rock her to sleep. To see them together like that was a happy yet sorrow filled feeling knowing that she may be taken away from us soon. I watched how Storm closed her eyes and snuggled in closer to papa with a peaceful look on her face. I left them and went to help out with whatever needed to be done. Demetri, Evan, Dylan and mama went to buy groceries and got back as Enrique and I just began watching the soccer match with Manchester United versus Liverpool. We then went into the kitchen and began cooking and preparing for dinner. Each person had something to do. We also used this time to discuss sleeping arrangements since mama said we should all take turns to sleep with her and take care of her lest she needs anything.

After agreeing upon that, we called the others down for dinner. The table was filled with laughter and expressions that seemed truly happy although sadness hid behind. When dinner was over, the twins decided that they would take Storm to bed.

The next morning

When we woke up, we all got dressed and went down for breakfast. "So what's on the agenda for today?" asked my mother, whilst glaring at the twins who were fighting over the pancakes. Well I have some work that must be attended to urgently but after that I'm up for anything mama, spoke Storm. "Storm, honey, you need rest. Work can wait surely or someone else could attend to it?" Actually mama, no. I must take care of it myself. It cannot be disclosed to anyone hence none but me can do it but I promise to finish up as soon as possible. "Fine dear but you must be back before lunch. No later" she says to me in a tone that meant she was serious.

Excusing myself from the breakfast table, I peck her cheek and go to my room to dress and make the call. Ring.Ring.Ring. "Hello there stranger. She finally remembered me and decided to call. And I thought being an actor, I was the famous one in this relationship" I chuckle at James answer. Hey Jami, I'm sorry I've been MIA. How you doing? "I thought I was going to have to send out a search party for you. Perhaps I should hire more bodyguards for you. Seems like Enrique and I need to have a talk. I'm fine but are you?" uhm yeah I'm fine. I actually need your help. "What do you need?" I need you to set up an appointment with your lawyer for me today. As soon as possible. It's somewhat urgent. Silence. "But you have a lawyer already. David Wright. What could you possibly need Simmons for? What's going on Storm?" I can't talk over the phone Spader. Can I trust that I will be meeting with Simmons in an hour? "Yes. I will see you then at this meeting. Take care Storm. Til we meet."

Deciding to dress smart casual since it was a business meeting and it would hide the bruises and bandages from Spader's eyes. But knowing him, he probably already knows what went down. But it's always best to be prepared. Shimmying into a pair of blue skinny jeans, I pull out a black long sleeve cotton shirt and tuck it in. I put on a white blazer and black wedges. I quickly do my make-up and cover up all the bruises and bags under my eyes not forgetting the red puffiness of my eyes. Finally done, I head downstairs to grab a car from the garage. Beep. Dominic's. 10:00.see you soon love.

I go to my showroom garage and grab the keys to my Lamborghini Aventador LP 720-4 50ᵒ. Enrique is by my side now opening the passenger door for me. Actually Enrique, I'll be driving myself today. I need you to go to the office with Michael to go check up on things and get me up to speed with everything when I get back. Bring home the work I need to do. "Yes ma'am but I don't think you're well enough to drive yourself. You just got out of hospital-" Enrique I am fine. Just make sure you're back by lunch. With that I get into the driver's seat and start to drive away.

Arriving at Dominic's, I park the car and step out, taking a deep breath. James was another dear friend of mine. He looked out for me and is always there for me but facing his wrath is not something I'm prepared for.