The CEO's Rejected Wife And Secret Heir novel Chapter 149

Chapter 149: Chapter 149: Olivia Love Story

Aria pov

"He was here?" She pulled back, eyes wide. "What did he say?"

"That you’re incredible and brilliant and make him want to be better." I grinned at her blush. "And that he’s never felt this way about anyone. Liv, he’s serious about you."

"I know." She sank into a chair, looking dazed. "Aria, I’m serious about him too. Like, terrifyingly serious. We’ve been seeing each other for a few weeks and I" She stopped. "I think I’m falling in love with him."

"Think?" I raised an eyebrow. "Olivia, you’re in love with Lucas Hayes. Don’t even try to deny it, it is no longer a crush as you once said or even casual likeness."

"Fine." She threw up her hands. "I’m in love with him! Happy? I’m completely, ridiculously, head-over-heels in love with Lucas Hayes and it’s terrifying because what if I screw it up or he realizes I’m not as great as he thinks or."

"Breathe." I sat across from her. "Liv, he thinks you’re perfect. You think he’s perfect. You make each other happy. What’s there to screw up?"

"Everything!" She groaned. "I’ve never felt like this about anyone, Aria. It’s like—like he sees all of me and loves me anyway. The messy parts, the broken parts, the parts I usually hide. And I" Her voice cracked. "I don’t want to lose this, I don’t want to lose him."

"You won’t." I took her hands. "Liv, Lucas is one of the good ones. He’s kind and loyal and he clearly adores you. Just—let yourself be happy. Stop waiting for the other shoe to drop and just enjoy it."

"That’s rich coming from you." She laughed through tears. "Miss ’I’m scared to be happy with Damien.’"

"I’m working on it." I smiled. "We both are. And Liv, seeing you this happy, this in love—it gives me hope. That we can all find our person and build something real."

"He makes me laugh." She wiped her eyes. "Like, real laughs. The kind that make my stomach hurt. And he listens when I talk about work, actually listens instead of just waiting for his turn to speak. And" She blushed. "The sex is incredible."

"Olivia!" I laughed. "Too much information!"

"You asked!" She grinned. "But seriously, Aria. I’m happy. Really, truly happy. And I" She paused. "I think he might propose soon."

"What makes you say that?" I tried to keep my face neutral.

"He’s been acting weird. Nervous. And he asked me about my ring size last week, super casually, but I’m not an idiot." She looked at me suspiciously. "Do you know something?"

"Maybe." I couldn’t help but smile. "But if I do, I’m not telling. Some surprises should stay surprises."

"Aria!" She threw a pillow at me. "Tell me!"

"Nope." I caught the pillow. "But Liv? Whatever happens, whatever he asks—just follow your heart. You deserve to be happy."

"So do you." She reached over to squeeze my hand. "And I’m glad you are. With Damien, you two are finally getting it right."

"We’re trying." I smiled. "Taking it slow, dating properly, building something real instead of rushing."

"Good." She settled back. "You both deserve that. And Aria? I’m really glad Lucas talked to you. I hated keeping it from you, but he wanted to make sure you were okay with it first."

"Because he’s a good guy who respects our friendship." I nodded. "And Liv, for the record—I’m more than okay with it. I’m thrilled. You two are perfect together, remember even the first time you told me about how you liked him, I supported you and even tried to bring you guys together during Noah birthday."

"Yeah?" She smiled, all soft and hopeful.

"Yeah." I smiled back. "And when he proposes—because he definitely will—you better call me immediately after saying yes."

"How do you know I’ll say yes?" she asked with mock offense.

"Because you’re in love with him and he’s in love with you and you’re both too smart to let that go." I stood. "Now get out of here. You have a meeting to get back to and I have merger documents to review."

"Fine." She hugged me at the door. "But Aria? Thank you. For being happy for me. For not making it weird. For—for being you."

"Always." I hugged her back. "That’s what best friends are for."

After she left, I returned to my desk with a smile. Lucas and Olivia. It made perfect sense, really. They were both brilliant, both fiercely loyal, both hiding soft hearts under sharp exteriors.

My phone buzzed.

Damien: Lunch? There’s a new sushi place I want to try.

Me: It’s 10 AM.

Damien: I’m planning ahead. Also, I miss you.

Me: You saw me this morning.

Damien: Still miss you. Is that a yes to lunch?

Me: no, am a bit busy

Damien: Okay love, I will come pick you up when you are done for the day.

Me: okay

I set down my phone, heart full. Lucas had found his person. Olivia had found hers. And I—I’d found mine again, rebuilt what was broken into something stronger. Everything was finally falling into place.

That Evening 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

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