"Bullshit!"Although Maria had a tight grip on Mia’s hand, the anger and fear in Mia’s heart erupted like a volcano. "Who do you think you are?! I am the highest-earning artist in this company. Without me, they would all lose their jobs."She was right. In fact, this company was only considered average in the country with primarily music artists and very few aiming for the entertainment industry. Most of them were insignificant roles.Half of the money Mia earned went towards supporting everyone in this company. If she were to disappear, it would be a huge loss for the company.Maria tilted her head and blinked her brown eyes softly, "That was in the past. From now on, I will be the highest-earning artist in this company. They will rely on me. Just disappear!"Only now did Mia remember that Luna mentioned wanting to sign with Maria when she arrived.It seemed that Luna had known all along that Maria’s piano skills surpassed hers. Luna didn't try to stop the bet earlier because she w

Looking at Mia’s back, Maria felt no sympathy in her heart. Mia kidnapped Noah and made him go missing. Maria would never forgive her!Mia’s resentful cursing lasted for three whole minutes before slowly subsiding.The executives of the company took Charles to the meeting room to discuss business while Luna held Maria’s hand and sat on the sofa in the tea room.The assistant brought Maria a cup of steaming hot coffee. Maria thanked her and then looked at Luna.At this moment, Luna was also looking at her. Luna really didn't expect this turn of events. She used to help Mia bully Maria, but now Maria was her lady boss. The change in their relationship was truly awkward..."Hehe..."Luna put a smile on her face, although it was somewhat forced. "Well, Mrs. Smith..."Maria interrupted her with a smile, "Luna, you don't have to call me that. You can call me by my name or just Ria...""Uh, okay."To be honest, if Luna had to call Maria Mrs. Smith, she would find it awkward. Since Maria

Hello my dear readers, thank you so much for reading “Billionaire Substitute Bride”.Thank you for your support and patience.I’m here to inform you that this is the end of book 1.The story will continue in book 2.Book 2 entails all your unanswered questions in book 1, like; is Noah really dead? How far is Maria willing to go to achieve her revenge? Maria’s real identity, Mia’s real identity, as well as, Noah’s real identity.Reason behind Lily’s actions towards Maria.Why did Charles dislike women before getting close to Maria?Where’s Charles mother?Why did Maria keep getting new enemies?And finally, who and why did someone wants Charles and Maria to die?I’m sure you won’t want to miss it☺️See you all in the book 2.Love you all.💜

The next day, both of them woke up early. Maria didn't actually like wearing makeup as she was in the bloom of her youth. After hesitating for a long time, she still applied light makeup.However, this time, she didn't imitate Mia’s style of makeup. Instead, she applied a fresh and elegant look that, if one didn't look closely, they wouldn't notice she had makeup on.Soon, they arrived at the Smith Family's old mansion. When Maria entered the room full of people, her previous calmness suddenly turned into anxiety."Charles, is this all your immediate family?"Charles gently held her hand and whispered, "I didn't expect Grandpa to call back all my aunts. He really likes you."Uh…Maria almost cried. She couldn't handle it. Because... She had social anxiety!Charles gently squeezed Maria’s hand and she could only force a smile as she walked forward with Charles.Old Master Smith happily laughed, "Charles, why don't you introduce your wife to the elders?"The gazes of everyone in the S

The sound of tiles shuffling filled the air. Maria focused on the tiles in her hand. She spent most of her time studying and making money before, so she had never had the chance to play this kind of game.Freya sat next to her silently. However, her eyes were fixed on the tiles in Maria’s hand.Just as Maria was about to win by self-draw, she hesitated and discarded a different tile.Freya's eyes widened."Silly girl... That was a self-draw..."Freya pressed her lips with a frown. But as she watched Maria continue to draw and discard five tiles in a row, her eyes suddenly widened.It seemed that Maria was just waiting for a chance!When Maria drew the eighth tile, she didn't even look at it. She slammed it on the table, "Self-draw, all one suit, with honors."Brenda looked at Maria’s tiles in disbelief. It really was all one suit!The other two women were shocked. "Ria, you're so lucky. You won such a big hand on your first try!"Maria modestly smiled, "It's luck.""Let's play again