Surprise Marriage to a Billionaire
Chapter 64: Debts

Chapter 64: Debts

At Gentleman’s Club

Alexander loosened his necktie and tossed it aside, feeling the weight of the night pressing down on him as he waited in the dimly lit VIP room. He had arrived earlier than usual at the Gentleman’s Club, intent on getting answers from Rain—answers she’d been avoiding for too long. The private lounge only added to the tension, its luxurious silence amplifying his frustration.

Tonight, he was determined to confront her, to uncover the truth behind her actions. The thought of her performing for others, dancing seductively under dim lights, made his blood boil. It was an image he couldn’t shake—a stark contrast to the Rain he knew or thought he knew.

He unbuttoned his shirt, trying to dispel the sudden wave of heat and the suffocating sensation tightening around his chest. He wasn’t sure if it was anger, jealousy, or something else entirely, but it was driving him mad.

The door finally creaked open, and his breath hitched as Rain entered, disguised as Twilight. Her dress was another piece of temptation, hugging her body in all the right places. He couldn’t help but be reminded of the night he had seen what lay beneath that dress—every curve, every inch of her etched into his memory.

He muttered a curse under his breath, unable to fully control his reaction.

Rain’s voice broke the silence, smooth and teasing as she approached him with that signature smile. "I heard you booked me exclusively tonight, but you don’t want me to perform? Just to stay here with you?"

Her words were laced with a challenge, but Alexander could see the layers beneath—the guarded walls she’d built around herself. He wasn’t here to play games. He wanted the truth, and he was prepared to do whatever it took to get it.

"Why are you doing this, Rain?" he asked, his voice low and controlled, though the tension was evident. "You’re better than this. You don’t need to parade yourself in front of these men."

Rain’s smile didn’t waver, but there was a flicker of something in her eyes—defiance, perhaps. "Why does it matter to you, Alexander?"

Rain no longer argued with Alexander. She neither confirmed nor denied that she was Rain, choosing instead to keep her emotions locked away. But inside, a storm was brewing. Alexander’s actions were tearing at her resolve, leaving her more confused than ever. Why did he seem to care so much?

Their contract had been clear—they were free to live their own separate lives, unburdened by each other’s affairs. Yet, here he was, acting like she meant something to him. It didn’t make sense, and the contradiction between his actions and the agreement they’d made was eating away at her.

She was supposed to be in control, to keep her distance, but his intensity was breaking through the walls she had carefully constructed. Rain couldn’t help but wonder: Was this a genuine concern, or was there something else at play?

He stood up, towering over her, his frustration boiling over. "It concerns me because you’re still my wife, even if only on paper. And the thought of anyone else seeing you like this—" He cut himself off, his jaw tightening. "This needs to stop."

Rain blinked as realization dawned on her, his last words echoing in her mind. Their contract did state that they were free to do as they pleased, as long as it didn’t tarnish each other’s name. The agreement had been simple, offering them both the freedom they desired, yet here they were, tangled in a web of emotions and unspoken expectations.

Why was he reacting so strongly? Was it really about protecting their image, or was there something deeper driving his concern? Rain’s thoughts swirled with confusion.

Rain tilted her head, her smile fading as she studied his face. "And if I refuse? What then, Alexander? You’ll drag me out of here? Force me to stay away?"

He stepped closer, his hand reaching out to lightly grip her arm. "I won’t let you keep doing this, Rain. We need to talk, and I want the truth. Why are you really here?"

For a moment, Rain hesitated, her guard slipping as she met Alexander’s intense gaze. His eyes seemed to bore into her, searching for something she wasn’t sure she could give. She finally sighed, looking away as she softened her tone. "Alright, I can only stop doing this once I finish the last task. So will you help me do that?"

An uncomfortable silence stretched between them, thick with tension. Rain could feel the heat of his gaze on her, and it made her heart race. The intensity of his presence was almost overwhelming, and she wondered if she might melt under the weight of it.

"I promise I’ll explain everything after I complete the task tonight. I’ll answer every question you have," she added, her voice almost pleading.

"Please?" she begged when he didn’t respond, just continuing to stare at her with that dark, unreadable expression.

Finally, Alexander’s voice broke the silence. "Fine. Tell me what you want me to do."

Rain’s lips curved into a relieved smile. "We’re just going to play truth or dare."

"What?!" Alexander exploded, his voice echoing through the room.

"Play truth or dare with me, but instead of choosing truth, you’ll only pick dare," Rain added, a mischievous grin spreading across her face.

"And why the hell would I do that?" Alexander hissed, irritation clear in his tone.

Rain shrugged casually and stepped closer to him. She leaned in, her breath warm against his ear as she whispered, "Because if I don’t succeed tonight with your help, I can’t stop coming here. I’ll keep showing up until I finish the task."

Alexander’s frown deepened as she pulled back to meet his eyes. He studied her, trying to gauge her intentions.

"If I help you with this," he growled, "you’ll be indebted to me again. And I’m keeping track of those debts, Rain. When I decide to collect, you better be ready to pay."

Rain’s lips stretched into a wide smile as she exclaimed, "Deal!"