Billionaire’s

Chapter 49

Evelyn sighed when she stepped into the house to find that Samantha had already gone to bed.

Wanting to draw comfort from her daughter after the events of the evening. Evelyn went into Samantha’s room and sat by the edge of the bed as she gazed at Samantha’s sleeping form.

Although she was looking at Samantha, all she could think of was the look on Derek’s face earlier when he said he couldn’t stand seeing her being treated that way.

She cringed at the thought that he had witnessed all that had transpired between her and her father.

Who was he to criticize how her father had treated her when he had done the same too! she thought and then narrowed her eyes when something occurred to her.

When did he arrive at the party! Why was he there in the first place when he didn’t even like making public appearances? Had he become close to her family in her absence! Or did Michael and Sandra invite him? Was that the reason Sandra had asked her to attend the party!

Did Sandra put up that show because Derek was there? Did Michael not bother to tell Derek about their relationship this whole time because they planned to embarrass her this way!

She sighed when she remembered that Derek had wanted to ask her about her relationship with Michael but she had been too angry and embarrassed to talk to him.

Evelyn did not doubt that Sandra had not acted alone. Michael had to have been involved in what Sandra did, and it made her wonder why they were doing all of that when she wasn’t even bothering them.

Were they trying to sabotage her chances of having an interview with Derek? Or was Sandra just feeling threatened by her presence in Derek’s life and so wanted her out of the picture?

Was it possible that Michael could have released the news about Derek? She mused, narrowing her eyes.

It couldn’t be a coincidence that the very day Derek told her about it was the same day Sandra visited the company, or was it!

But how could Michael have known what she discussed with Derek? Evelyn mused as the massaged her temple where a headache was beginning to

throb.

She was jolted out of her thoughts when her phone started ringing and she immediately silenced it and left the room so that she wouldn’t disturb Samantha’s sleep.

By the time she got into her bedroom, the call had already disconnected, but before she could check who the caller was or even dial the caller back, her phone started ringing again and she sighed when she saw it was her stepmom.

If only her father was a bit more attentive and caring like Claire then maybe things wouldn’t be the way they were, she mused as she took the call

“Hello, Mom,” she greeted, her voice soft.

“Are you home now?” Claire asked, sounding exhausted.

“Yes, Mom. I’m sorry I caused such a ruckus at your party. I shouldn’t have come,” Evelyn said with a sigh.

“What’s really going on between you and Sandra?” Claire asked since could understand the problem between Evelyn and her father but she couldn’t understand what the problem was between her and Sandra.

“It was just a misunderstanding—”

“It wasn’t just a misunderstanding, Evie. I know you. I saw the way you looked at her. I never really understood why you didn’t reach out to her or want to see her when you got back. And now this. What’s really going on? Did Sandra do something to you? Claire pressed, clearly worried for her children’s relationship,

“Mom, I can’t tell you about it. Maybe it’s best you take Sandra’s words for it,” Evelyn said since she still didn’t want to tell Claire what Sandra had

done.

“I can’t do that, Evie. I don’t want to do that. Please talk to me,” Claire pleaded.

Evelyn couldn’t help but wonder how someone as sweet as Claire had given birth to someone as evil as Sandra.

“If you want me to talk to you

this,” Evelyn pleaded.

to you, then you’d have to wait for me to do so when I’m ready. I can’t do that right now. Please, do not worry yourself over

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“Why can’t you tell me now!” Claire asked and Evelyn sighed.

“I promise I will tell you when the time is right. For now, I really don’t want to dwell on it,” Evelyn said and Claire sighed.

“I’m sorry your father treated you that way earlier…”

“Don’t, Mom. Don’t apologize on his behalf. I’m okay. Thank you,” Evelyn said and Claire sighed once again.

“Alright. I will stop by to see you soon. Take care of yourself and Sam,” Claire said before hanging up.

“Really, Mom!” Sandra, who had been cavesdropping on the call asked from behind Claire, startling her.

“Really what?” Claire asked as she turned around to face Sandra.

“I can’t believe you’re in here talking to Evelyn,” she said and Claire raised a brow,

“Why not?” she asked. Wondering why Sandra’s tone and expression were accusatory.

*You saw what Evelyn did to me out there. You saw how she embarrassed me and humiliated me publicly but you didn’t take my side. Yet here you are apologizing to her because Dad scolded her. Am I your biological daughter or is Evelyn your true daughter?” Sandra asked and Claire looked at her for a moment without saying anything

“I know you, Sandy. And I know Evelyn. I raised you both myself. You are both my daughters and I won’t take sides. I don’t believe what you said earlier about the reason Evelyn did that to you—”

“Mom!” Sandra exclaimed, unable to believe that her mother was doubting her.

“I don’t know what happened between you both but do not expect me to take sides. And I’ve noticed how you subtly bring up inciting conversations. regarding Evelyn around your Dad. I don’t know what you hope to achieve or what you’re up to, but you better put an end to your foolishness else I will be forced to deal with you myself, Claire warned before walking away,

Sandra scowled as she watched her mother leave and then she tapped her fingers on the island of the kitchen.

So, her mother had known where Evelyn was the whole time and had kept it away from her. Sandra mused, thinking about what she had heard her mother say.

She turned when Michael joined her, “Where is Derek?” she asked since she had left the party to go freshen up and change her clothes earlier after Derek left with Evelyn

“The idiot left,” Michael said after making sure no one was around to eavesdrop on their conversation.

“With her?” She asked, not wanting to believe that their plan did not work.

“No. They left separately, Michael said, reluctant to tell her that Evelyn had been the one to leave Derek

“What?” Sandra asked when she noticed his hesitance, and he told her that Evelyn had left Derek before he got there and went on his conversation with Derek.

at on to tell her about

“Are you saying our plan failed?” She asked with a frown, and Michael sighed.

“I wouldn’t say so since his parents have said they want him to be with you. Wej

e just need to make sure Evelyn stays away from Derek. By the way, why did you put up that show? The plan was for you to introduce Evelyn as your sister and let Derek figure out the rest himself,” Michael said and Sandra scowled.

“That bitch knew about us all along. Can you believe it? She knew about the both of us. I got so mad and couldn’t hold it in anymore,” she said and Michael frowned.

*She told you she knew about us?” He asked, and she nodded.

“Yeah. It

It’s so annoying. Cosh! I hate her so much,” she said and Michael’s frown deepened.

“Did she tell you when she found out about us?” He asked curiously.

“No. But she probably knew about it all along and decided to string you along and wait until the wedding morning to call things off. Spiteful bitch,” Sandra hissed

“That means w

we need to be more careful. What if she tells Derek or your parents about us?” Michael asked and Sandra smirked.

“After the performance, I put up tonight, do you think anyone is going to believe her over me! Besides, she doesn’t have existence. If she dist, she would have exposed us already. Don’t worry about her,” Sandra said but Michael shook his head Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.

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“That’s more reason

we

e need to be careful. Let’s not give her the evidence she needs, okay?” Michael said and Sandra shrugged.

“Alright then. Let’s get back to the party,” Sandra said and they both returned to join the others.