The Billionaire's Love

By the time Chandra woke in the morning, her sisters had left for work. Alone in the apartment, she went about her routine. She had breakfast, showered, and then settled down to writing her book. By lunchtime, she had a couple chapters done, which pleased her immensely. It was after lunch and she was just starting her digital art for her cover, this one of a Garuda, when she remembered Lilly and the books.

"Damn! I forgot," she muttered. But then again, she reminded herself she couldn't possibly go now since she didn't have the car. Thus, she'd have to wait until her sisters returned from work. Luckily, she didn't have to wait long because half an hour later she heard a loud argument from across the hallway and knew Dara and Soriya were home.

She headed out the door and folded her arms across her chest as her sisters came her way.

"You two are fighting again," she stated.

Soriya looked heavenward. "It's Dara's fault. I didn't start the argument. She did. I don't know what the heck is wrong with her today."

"Right," Chan said. "And why are you guys home so early? It's not even five yet." In fact, it was only just after two in the afternoon.

Dara stalked off into the living area and straight to the kitchen. "I officially hate my job," she announced as she retrieved some aspirin from the cupboard.

"So that's what's wrong with her," Soriya said, rolling her eyes.

"Is that why you decided to come home early?" Chan asked, taking a seat on the couch.

"No." Dara then popped two pills into her mouth and took a long drink of cold water. When she finished, she continued. "I'm taking a half day because I have a horrible headache."

Chan and Soriya looked at each other, concerned.

"Is your headache serious?" Chan asked. "Want to go and see a doctor or something? I'll drive you."

Dara shook her head. "It's not serious. I should feel better after some rest." She came back into the living area, sighed deeply, and then said, "I just found out the silver Ferrari dude is my boss, Noah Cooper."

Chan was expressionless, while Soriya widened her eyes in shock.

Soriya said, "You mean the hot Ferrari dude you drove our car into only a few weeks ago is your boss, boss?"

Dara sighed. "Yes. He is my boss, boss, as in the Cooper of Cooper & Hunter, as in the bigger of the share of the company, as in the seventy percent half."

"Oh my God!" Soriya exclaimed. "You're so screwed!"

Dara rolled her eyes. "Tell me about it." She placed the empty glass down and then headed to the door. "I'm going to lie down for a bit now."

"Take care of yourself, Dara," Chan said. "Your job is stressful enough as it is."

"Yes, I know," Dara replied, rubbing her temple.

Dara gave her sister a death glare before disappearing from sight.

Chan said, "And what about you? Why are you home early?"

���I met her on the elevator, believe it or not," Soriya began. "She was already in a foul mood. Anyway, I got permission to continue my project at home. Right. Better go up and continue with that project." She shot up and headed to the door.

Before Soriya was gone, Chan said loudly, "I'm going out for a bit."

Instantly, Soriya volleyed back into the room and asked, "Where?"

Chan shook her head, knowing her sister wanted to accompany her.

"You've got an important project, sweetheart. I'm just going to drop off some strawberries and books for Lilly."

Soriya smiled. "Aww, that's so sweet. Well, have fun." Then she was gone.

Chan went back to her office and got the books. Once she had the strawberries nicely packed into two containers, she grabbed her bag and keys and then headed out the door.

She arrived at the Harringtons' mansion half an hour later. Even though traffic was impossible at this time of the day, she was in a good mood. She knew Sam and Lilly were going to love the strawberries and, of course, the books. Then she thought they'd be delicious with pancakes. The idea made her lick her lips. Not just for any pancakes, but for Sam's pancakes. And yes, Sam's kiss as well.

Then she wondered if he was home. Of course not! It was a weekday. He'd be at work in his office back at The Harrington.

Grabbing her bag, the books, and the containers of strawberries, she headed out and then locked the car. She rushed across the street and up the driveway toward the mansion. She was at the door a moment later and rang the bell.