In The Hands of a Billionaire

Chapter 15

Chapter 15

Natalie's POV

"So...what did you two talk about?" Lucy questioned from the driver's seat while her and Cassia awaited my answer. "I mean, it had to be something important right? Or did you two not talk at all?" She pushed on as I sat in the backseat texting my mom.

To Mom:

Did you make sure that Raigh-lee took her nap? She gets awfully agitated and cranky like her grandmother.

"Come on, Nat! Give us the deeds! Did you two talk or is everything between you two still awkward?" Cassia asked with a pleading look in her eyes. If I didn't know any better by now, I would say that these two are betting on us again.

"Fine. Fine. I'll tell you two if I get half of whatever money you put down on us." I stated as Cassia nodded in agreement before motioning for me to continue on. "Umm...well, we stitched up the awkwardness and talked. Aiden basically stated that he liked me and that he wanted to know if I'd be his partner in crime." I explained while rubbing my flustered cheeks as Lucy almost slammed on brakes.

"You dirty rat! Drive like you got some damn sense!" She shouted as Cassia punched her in the arm while I shook my head at the two. "You're lying, right? He didn't use that line did he?" Lucy asked while glancing back at me through the rear view mirror as I nodded quietly. "That little geek! What did you say?!?" She added as both of the sisters watched in anticipation for my answer.

"I told him that I'd love to be his partner in crime." I stated as Lucy groaned in what sounded like annoyance. "What?" I questioned while Cassia gave me a big thumbs up as my phone vibrated in my lap. Quickly picking up my phone, I opened the message from my mom and laughed.

From Mom:

I know I'm old and everything but I know how to take care of children even though I don't know what happened to Noah. ;) These cool faces are new. When did they add these? Any who, my grandbaby is down for her nap. I'll see you after work!

Mom xx

"I thought Aiden was the only adult obsessed with anything that had to do with DC and their heroes and villains. I see I was wrong." Lucy stated as she pulled into the parking lot of my office before pulling into her normal parking spot. "Any who, here's my share of the bet like we promised earlier." She added while pulling out two tens before splitting them between Cassia and I. "I will see you right after work tonight, right?" She asked while putting the vehicle in park before turning it off as I got out.

"Yes, unless something pops up suddenly. Thank you for today, ladies. Bye!" I shouted while walking away as both sisters replied back in unison before driving off. Sighing, I walked back into my office building as my employees greeted me with smiles and nods. Today was nice.

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As I walked past my assistant's desk, I didn't pay any attention to his absence because it was still early for lunch to end. Shrugging it off, I walked into my office only to be stopped by the individual occupying the seat in front of my desk.

"Good afternoon, Miss CEO." Stella greeted with a smile as I returned one back to her before taking my seat behind the desk. "Sorry to just drop by on you so suddenly. I'm here in place of Yuki even though he doesn't know that I'm here." She stated with a sly look on her face. "But, Yuki is really a hard worker and I am sure that he won't fail you. Please allow Yuki to work for you." Stella begged while resting her hands on her swollen stomach as I smiled at her. Her beauty was shining brightly today, whether she knew it or not.

"Stella, I've been watching Yuki's progress over the last few weeks and I must say that I'm liking what I see. Yuki not only shows that he's an independent young man but he also shows that he's a hard worker. He's taking all of these jobs to support his love and your unborn child. Think about it, not many young fathers step up and sacrifice so much." I stated as she nodded quietly while wiping at her eyes as I passed her a tissue. "You tell Yuki that whenever he's ready to start his new job, to call me. It doesn't matter what time of day, I'll be waiting." I added as somebody quickly knocked on my office door before pushing it open as Yuki hurried in.

"I'm so glad that you're okay. I called your cell phone but you didn't answer so I became worried and went home and didn't see you there. I checked all of the hospitals nearby and they all said that they hadn't had anybody of your description checked into the delivery rooms." He stated in a panicked voice as Stella stood up before he embraced her quietly.

"Yuki, I'm fine. I just came to talk with Miss CEO because you were at work and I wanted to beg her to give you a job here so that you can stop exasperating yourself. I barely get to see you nowadays." She stated into his shirt as he kissed her forehead before shaking his head as I smiled at the loving couple. They never stop surprising me with their affection towards each other. It was admirable. "Plus, I was kind of lonely and I don't have any friends." She added as the tip of her tanned ears turned a bright shade of red while Yuki stroked her hair.

"You're both welcome here anytime and I'll make sure that I have some supplies here for you, Stella. I also usually have my daughter with me so I'm sure that she'll love the company and you can learn how to handle a toddler early." I stated as Stella looked back at me with surprise clear in her eyes. "And Yuki, I would love to have you on the team when you're ready." I added as he glanced towards my way before nodding happily.

"When can I start?" He questioned as Stella started crying as he quietly soothed her with sweet nothings.