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A Deal with the Billionaire

A Deal with the Billionaire

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Grace Parker has dedicated her life to helping others, but when her nonprofit is on the verge of collapse, she's forced to strike a deal with the last man she ever wanted to rely on: Sebastian Cole. Cold, calculating, and devastatingly handsome, Sebastian offers to save her charity but only if she agrees to play the role of his fiancée in a high-stakes business negotiation. What starts as a business arrangement quickly spirals out of control when a single night of passion leaves Grace with a life altering secret. As their fake relationship begins to feel all too real, Grace and Sebastian are drawn together by more than just their shared goals. But standing in their way are Sebastian's manipulative ex, Natasha Blake, and his ruthless rival, Henry Adler, who will stop at nothing to destroy everything Grace and Sebastian have built. When lies, betrayal, and secrets threaten to tear them apart, Grace and Sebastian must confront their deepest fears and decide if the love they've found is worth fighting for.

Chapter 1 1

The grand ballroom shimmered with opulence, its gilded chandeliers casting a golden glow over the sea of glittering gowns and tailored suits. Grace Parker stood on the edge of the room, her fingers clutching the stem of an untouched champagne flute. She felt out of place amidst the grandeur, her simple emerald dress, though elegant, a stark contrast to the ostentatious displays of wealth surrounding her. The whispers of designer names and stock market victories buzzed in the air like an exclusive language she didn't speak.

"This is ridiculous," she muttered under her breath. Her heels pinched her toes-a cruel reminder that tonight wasn't just about appearances. It was about survival.

Across the room, her gaze landed on the man she'd been dreading to approach. Sebastian Cole. He was standing near the bar, his posture effortlessly commanding as he exchanged a few words with an older gentleman who looked eager to please. Sebastian's charcoal suit fit his lean, powerful frame like it had been stitched onto him, the crisp white shirt underneath emphasizing the sharp angles of his jawline. He wasn't smiling-he rarely did-but his presence was magnetic. Even from a distance, Grace could feel the pull of him.

Her stomach tightened. It wasn't just nerves; it was resentment. Men like him-the ruthless, untouchable kind-never cared about people like her. But tonight, she didn't have the luxury of pride.

Taking a breath, she began weaving her way through the crowd, dodging clinking glasses and overly enthusiastic laughter. As she approached, the faintest flicker of his gaze shifted to her, sharp and assessing. For a moment, she froze under the intensity of his dark eyes, but she forced her feet to keep moving.

"Sebastian Cole?" Her voice was steady, even if her heart was anything but.

He turned fully to face her, his expression cool and impassive. Up close, he was even more intimidating-tall, broad-shouldered, and exuding a calm authority that didn't need to prove itself.

"You have me at a disadvantage," he said, his voice smooth and measured, like the roll of velvet.

"Grace Parker," she replied, straightening her shoulders. "Founder of Hope Haven."

Something flickered in his gaze-recognition, maybe curiosity-but it was gone as quickly as it came. "Ah, the charity worker. I've heard about you."

Grace bristled at the faint condescension in his tone but kept her composure. "I'll take that as a compliment."

He tilted his head slightly, studying her. "What brings you here tonight, Ms. Parker? This doesn't seem like your usual scene."

"It's not," she admitted, holding his gaze. "But I need your help."

A corner of his mouth quirked upward, though it wasn't a smile-it was something colder, more calculating. "And what kind of help could a charity worker possibly need from me?"

Her fingers tightened around the champagne flute she still hadn't taken a sip from. "Henry Adler has been sabotaging my organization. He's blacklisted us with investors, tanked our sponsorship deals, and spread false rumors about our financial stability. Hope Haven is on the brink of collapse."

Sebastian didn't react immediately, and Grace wondered if he even cared. His expression remained unreadable, though his gaze didn't waver from hers.

"And you think I can fix that?" he asked finally.

"I know you can," she said, her voice firm despite the growing lump in her throat. "You have connections, influence. One endorsement from you could bring back the investors we've lost-or at least keep Hope Haven afloat long enough to recover."

He leaned back slightly, his hand resting on the bar as he regarded her with a mixture of amusement and intrigue. "You make a compelling argument. But I don't make a habit of getting involved in other people's battles, Ms. Parker. Especially not without something in return."

Grace swallowed the sharp retort that rose to her lips. She'd expected this-Sebastian Cole wasn't known for his generosity. "Name your price," she said quietly, though her stomach twisted at the words.

For the first time, his expression softened into something almost resembling interest. He stepped closer, and the world around them seemed to fade, the din of the crowd a distant hum.

"You're bold," he said, his voice low. "I admire that. But my terms aren't monetary, Ms. Parker. If I'm going to help you, it's going to cost you more than a check."

Her pulse quickened. "What do you mean?"

He hesitated, as if weighing his words. Then, with the precision of a man used to winning, he said, "I need you to play a role for me. A fiancée. A convincing one."

The air seemed to leave the room. Grace stared at him, stunned. "A fiancée?"

Sebastian nodded, his gaze unwavering. "I'm in the middle of negotiating a deal with a particularly old-fashioned investor. He values family and stability. A single man in my position is a liability to him, but a man about to settle down? That's a different story."

Grace's mouth went dry. "You want me to pretend to be engaged to you in exchange for saving Hope Haven?"

He nodded again, his expression calm, as if he hadn't just dropped a bomb on her life. "Exactly. It's a simple arrangement. Temporary. Beneficial for both of us."

Her instinct was to refuse, to tell him exactly what she thought of his arrogance and audacity. But then she thought of the shelter, of the women and children who depended on it. She thought of Henry Adler and the smug satisfaction he'd have if she failed.

"How long would this... arrangement last?" she asked cautiously.

"Six months," he said without hesitation. "Long enough to finalize the deal and ensure the investor's confidence."

Grace hesitated, her mind racing. She'd come here to fight for her cause, not to sell her dignity to the highest bidder. But as much as she hated to admit it, Sebastian was her best-maybe her only-chance.

"Fine," she said finally, her voice quieter than she intended. "But I have conditions."

One of his eyebrows arched, and for the first time, a genuine smile tugged at the corner of his mouth. "Do you now?"

"Yes," she said, her resolve hardening. "This is a business deal, nothing more. No lies, no manipulation, and no..." She faltered, her cheeks flushing slightly. "No unnecessary intimacy."

His smile widened, and it was disarming in a way she hadn't expected. "Noted. But I have conditions too, Ms. Parker. Starting with the fact that, from this moment forward, you belong to my world. And I don't tolerate half-measures."

The finality in his voice sent a shiver down her spine. Grace didn't know whether she'd just made the best decision of her life-or the worst.

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