Taming the Billionaire CEO ( Daniel Monroe )

31 JUST YOU WAIT 

Daniel’s jaw dropped as the door opened to reveal Renee in the red lingerie he so much loved. It hugged her figure tightly and since she wasn’t wearing anything underneath, he could see her nakedness if he stared hard enough. 

He unconsciously swiped his tongue over her lips as he recalled all he had done with her in that lingerie. 

Renee smirked in satisfaction. “Are you going to come inside or keep staring at me like I’m some sort of candy you want to take a lick at?” she said sternly, a deep frown on her face as she folded her arms beneath her chest. 

Although she feigned anger, she was elated by his reaction. A reconciliation was well on its way; she could feel it. 

He cleared his throat, embarrassed he had lost focus on his reason for being at her house. “Thank you,” he said in a cold tone as he entered her house while stealing glances at her. 

“Would you like a glass of champagne?” she asked as they entered the living 

room. 

“Make it full,” he said as he loosened the tie around his collar and sat on the couch facing the TV. 

Although she could go the other way, she bent directly in front of him as she picked up the bottle of champagne to pour them both a glass, wiggling her ass seductively as she did so. 

Daniel gulped, unable to take his eyes off her. When she stood up, he immediately looked away, perspiration trickling down the side of his face. You can’t lose focus now, Daniel. You have to do what you came here for–He took a glance at her as she picked up the glasses–and perhaps enjoy yourself afterwards. 

“Thanks,” he said as he collected the glass of champagne from here. He took a sip and threw his head backwards. “This hit the spot,” he moaned as he placed. the glass on the table. 

“Now, why were you trying to break down my door?” she asked as she sat next to him. “You ignored calls all day and suddenly you’re trying to break down my door just so you can see me. It’s rather odd if you ask me.” 

His eyes darkened dangerously, making her put a little distance between them.” Don’t you dare play dumb, Renee!” he snapped. 

“You know why I’m here, but what is more important is you explaining why you 

claim I’m the reason you lied to me about being pregnant,” he said with a raised brow, anger swirling within his pupils. 

“What? Do you think I’m the one at fault? You’re the one who made me lie and also the one responsible for the problems we’re having now,” she said with an eye roll, looking away from him as she crossed her legs. 

After a few minutes of neither of them saying anything, he broke the silence.” I’m still waiting for you to explain exactly what you meant by your words just now. You said I imposed my want for a child on you, but I can’t recall ever telling you I wanted a child since you said you’d tell me when you’re ready- 

“-and that was a year ago. Despite wanting one, I didn’t mention it so how is it my fault you suddenly felt the need to lie about it to me?” he questioned. 

“You didn’t say it, but you showed it indirectly. You’d always stare at kids whenever we went out, it was frustrating. Plus, you refused to divorce Anna. I assumed it was because I wouldn’t get pregnant for you, so I lied and got rid of her.” 

His jaw dropped open as he looked at her, his brows knitted together in disbelief. How did I not see how calculating and devious she is? “I didn’t divorce Anna because there was no reason to. You weren’t going to marry me and she was vital to-” he cleared his throat and continued. “You’re unbelievable, Renee.” 

“Says the one who announced a fake marriage to the press without informing me. If you hadn’t done what you did, we wouldn’t be in this mess right now,” she stated, standing her ground. 

“And how did you plan to deceive me in the coming months when everyone starts wondering why your stomach isn’t expanding?” he asked. 

She wondered if she should tell him. “Well…” she cleared her throat. “Since Anna’s living with us, I was going to fake a miscarriage and blame it on her.” “You…” he bit down on his lips, deciding to let it go. “What the hell are you planning to do when you go to that damned interview tomorrow?” 

She tilted her head to the side, staring at him as though deep in thought before clapping her hands together as though she recalled something important. “Right. I was just going to tell the world I lied about my pregnancy so you’d finally listen to me and get rid of Anna, who is the wife you were married to and not me- He clenched his fists at her words, the veins on his neck becoming engorged. Not noticing the change in his expression, she continued, “-I guess I could also mention how you were cheating on her with me even when she was the one who helped you to-” 

He shot up from his seat and held her by her neck. “She’s the one who helped me with what?” he questioned through gritted teeth. “I might care about you a lot, but trust me when I say what you did has reduced my love for you drastically 

“-Even when I loved you immensely, I still cared more about my reputation and company, and now, I won’t let you or anyone destroy everything I’ve worked for.” 

Her pupils dilated as fear gripped her and she clawed at his hand. “Please, let… go,” she pleaded, her voice raspy as breathing became as difficult as losing her 

career. 

He let go of her neck and paced around the room, taking deep breaths. She rubbed her sore neck, trembling as she stared at him. 

She had never seen him get so mad at her before and it terrified her more than dogs did. “I’m sorry, okay?” she said softly as she sobbed, “I was just trying to get your attention. I wasn’t going to say any of the things I just said. I just wanted you to come to me so we could talk and reconcile.” 

He shut his eyes tight. He had succeeded in frightening her so he didn’t have to push it anymore. Although she was scared because it was a side of him he had never shown to her, he knew she could be scarier when pushed to the wall. 

After all, her career, to her, was more important than he was, and that was how it was for him with his company. “I’m sorry for getting so mad at you,” he said, hist tone softer as he wrapped his arms around her. “I’ll get you back into the house if you make us look good tomorrow, I promise you.” 

“Really?” she wiped the tears from her eyes as she stared up at him. 

He nodded with a smile, “I will, just don’t disappoint me again, okay?” 

She nodded and rested her head on his chest. The smile on his face immediately dropped to a frown as anger filled his eyes. And just you wait, I’m going to make you regret fooling me again, and making me a laughing stock on the internet. 

And he was going to use Anna to make her pay. Since Renee didn’t want a child, he’d have one with the one person she hated the most. 

He smirked as he thought of how livid she’d become. Before that, he’d take away anything she could use to fight back and leave her powerless and penniless. 

“Now…” he trailed off with a smile as he pulled her lingerie straps down her shoulders. 

She giggled as she pulled away from him. “Let’s take this to-” 

He swept her off her feet, carrying her in a bridal style. “Let’s take this to the 

room?” he said, taking her lips in his as he walked toward her bedroom.