The Billionaire’s Twins Play Matchmaker – Chapter 36
When Victoria Met Macey
“Doctor, how is she?” Augustus demanded as soon as she exited the bedroom.
Signing for quiet the doctor peered into the bedroom at her patient comfortably resting before pulling the door closed. Maia Darman had been practicing for over two decades and had gathered a rather exclusive clientele. Though her hair was slowly fading to gray now, her wits were as sharp as ever.
o affect their company’s profits and stocks.
hospital preferring the physician to make a house call. And of course that doctor had to be trustworthy enough not to succumb to idle gossip. Augustus DaLair was no di
sea if it gets that bad again but the most important thing for her right now is rest and to reduce her stress levels.”
case getting pregnant can be more difficult and also more difficult to maintain especially in the first trimester.”
Was Macey similarly cursed?
the baby?”
ne,” the doctor sighed.
breath.
ep as much stress out of her daily life as possible.”
anything comes up before then.”
you doctor.”
out. When they were both gone Augustus quietly let himself into the bedroom. With a sigh he took a seat beside the bed and stared at the woman comfortably sleeping.
been discarded. If he hadn’t the foresight to send Stephen to shadow her she would have disappeared completely forever out of his sight and protection. Augustus couldn’t let tha
tus thought at their first meeting. They met in basic training when Augustus along the other men of his squad. Their training centered on working together until their deployment. While
l seemed to lack this ability and it caused strife among the other members. When not actively training he spent an inordinate amount of time checking his gear, sharpening his knife or d
hen he was asked to work on them. Frustrated Augustus demanded, “These men are your comrades. How can you expect them to watch your back if you don’t prove yourself to them?”
ct them too,” Ca
le? Was this man serious or just that arrogant?
ntinued when Augustus continued to stare at him. “I’m just not good at relating to people no matter how much I want to. It’s like…It’s like…music.”
sic?
rock music while I’m…classical. Have you ever listened to Beethoven?”
ay that I have.”
a pity. H
u play
hard.” Carl frowned momentarily lost in thought. “But in any case…I’m not good with people.”
use they don’t like the same mu
right? I know I’m not explaining it well but…”
rked up from his own ability to express what he thought. “You have a hard time connecting to others. It’s not something you can control or ov
m.”
ere was no uncertainty in his statement and Augustus was forced to leave it at th
achable but while others complained about the heat and humidity he remained stoic and unbothered. It actually gave the others a bit of confidence oddly enough.
clear it had a terrible effect.
ok. He couldn’t believe his son had rendered such a lively woman to such a state. It had taken everyt
certainly wasn’t going to risk the life of his grandchild.
’s sleep. He was quite certain Julius would be furious once he learned Macey had been with Augustus the entire time but that didn’t matter as long as Macey and the baby recovered. He would put off an
* * *
ou feeling, my dear?” Augustus asked.
Macey managed a smile. She was relaxed
a week since she arrived at the mansion. The staff had been told not to reveal the identity of their guest and to treat her with the upmost care following doctor’s orders. Luckily his sons were infrequent visitors and since his birthday party there was little need from them to come home when they saw him at work every day. Normally
sighed. “And the baby?”
g so she doesn’t think there will be any complications as long as I avoid unnecessary stress.”
ry to hide his relief but continued to worry how the next top
son was becoming more desperate and Augustus was having a difficult time keeping the truth away from him. He was beginning to suspect that Julius found out about the pregnancy despite Macey’s assurance there was no way for him to know.
“It’s about Julius.”
rene expression fell.
should know he’s been looking for you ever since the night you left,” Augustus said. “I haven’t told him you are here.”
” Augustus argued. “No one said anything about you
can’t stay especi
?”
such a thing to the wonderful woman in front of him? Did he teach him nothing?
!” Augustus leapt to his feet ready to drag his son in
d, please, calm down,” Macey said.
he slowly marshaled his control and sat down again. It was no wonder she had been so unhappy and stressed. Augustus took her hand holding it gently.
Julius. Was it when they were in high school? At the time Julius had been s
her gaze. Despite knowing each other for so long Julius seemed oblivious to her. She had grown up with the brothers so they treated her like a sister or cousin rather than a romantic interest.
, you damned fool.
hed, “So what exactly did the papers detail? What kind of alimony did he offer?”
d.”
…”
ey fought back tears. “If I did take any money it would only prove I’m the gold-d
”
Julius have finally realized the truth? Maybe…But was it too little too late?
tured for so long truly believing it was over. Would Julius be able to convince her he made a mistake? No. In her current state she probably wouldn’t even listen.
beginning,” Macey let out a sniffle prompting him to give her a tissue. “It’s better if I just leave. I don’t want to cause problems.”
t she was still an outsider. Exposure to those harpies undoubtedly solidified her inferiority complex though Augustus knew she was far superior to any of them.
asked.
” Macey answered after a moment. “I’d like to earn my degree if only to prove to myself I can.”
tter confidence booster than that?
re would you l
o leave. A clean break. But where could she go that she could avoid even hearing news about him.
’ve always wan
aris?” Augustus repeated alarmed that she would be
’t fly if left in a cage. But he wouldn’t let her fend for herself. No. He would do everything he could to support her. She was the daughter of the man who saved his life and the mother of his future grandchild so he would do everything he could to aid her.
.”
cey blinked in surpr
ephen to secure you a proper living space as well as look into hospitals.”
ghter-in-law. You are the mother of my grandchild. I refuse to let you settle for anything less than the best.”
it her lip.
d proper care and amenities for you and the baby.”
ll, yeah but…”
nterfere but I want to be there for you and my gran
Oka
a thing. It will all be okay.”
* * *
ey exited customs.
ir travel has never been my favorite.”
uch easier from here.”
stened amazed at the ease with which he handled the situation.
t know you could s
give the correct address.”
“I’m going to need to learn.”
going to stay here I really should learn the language, don’t you th
cey bit her lip. After a moment
ill?”
ld be comfortable before I left.”
you.”
ey spent the rest of the ride in comfortable silence. Macey sp
tiful stone building. She had expected a simple two bedroom apartment but a short ride in the elevator brought her to a surprisingly modern space.
he city. The kitchen was clean with stainless steel appliances for a fresh feel. There was even a dining area with a small circular table. A counter top separated the kitchen from the living room which was fully furnished. The furniture was sleek and comfortable with wide cushions uphols
she was expecting. When Augustus asked her what kind of accommodations she needed she said something simple and reasonably priced. There was no way
hing not to your liking?”
.”
going to afford this?”
ed automatically from an account Mister DaLair
?”
ok and took out a checkbook. Inside was a debt card with her n
book and almost fell over. Wide-eyed she stared at him in disbelief. Augustus said he was going to support her through her college education but this was too much.
red her.
kbook again. Just because he gave her this much didn’t mean she had to spend it. It was a small concession but one she could at least accept.
ursery?”
accents. Opening a dresser drawer she saw it already stocked with onesies, booties and sleepers. The only thing missing was the baby.
r. Blushing slightly she gave him a genuine smile for the first time since their arrival.
* * *
the cab with a sigh checking her
eir country never did anything wrong or didn’t have problems. At least other countries admitted their shortcomings. The militant patriotism displayed by Americans was extremely uncomfortable to watch.
n fascination with s*x and sexuality when at the same time they were completely uncomfortable with their own bodies. They either saw themselves as too fat or too thin, too short or too tall. Half the population was busy trying to reach some una
e and was completely comfortable in her own skin. Her bohemian life style certainly wouldn’t be considered typical even by French standards but she had no regrets and certainly no desire to change. But she was also broke.
she needed some funds to procure material and preferably a good studio to work in. If it meant putting up with a spoiled American for a few hours every day then it would be worth it.
one of them. He gave her a quick appraising eye.
“Miss Lauren
…”
ase come in.”
to drink he sat across from her reviewing her application on his phone.
was younger. Most recently I acted as a teachin
?”
p develop a more natural way of speaking. So…sure…”
herself and it was his employer’s hope Macey’s tutor also be a friend to help her acclimate to her new home.
well and got her first look at the woman she would be teaching.
ined in a scrunchie and her clothing was modest but neat. She carried a backpack slung over one shoulder and it was clear she had just come back from her language class as she was still practicing the day’s lesson.
guess…it was probably love. Love could easily make or break any woman.
alone. Pulling out her ear buds she said, “I’m so sorry.
ne and sweet about this woman. This wasn’t what she expected
ss Victoria Laurent. She is your language tutor.”
stepped forward offering a hand. “Just call me Vicki.”