Chapter 11 The morning light was just starting to filter through Moms drapes when I opened my eyes to find Nathan sitting in her vintage chair across the room . His Tom Ford suit looked slept in . First time Id ever seen him disheveled . If those papers arent signed , youre wasting your time . My voice was steady . Emma … His face crumpled . I wont sign them . Then get out . I just had this place deep cleaned . I can still smell your cologne . He was quiet for so long I thought he might actually leave . Then : You want the truth ? Fine . His voice cracked . When I moved Claire to another department , she broke down . Told me she was the reason her drunk father got behind the wheel that night . That shed begged him to pick her up . That she was why my parents died . X He ran his hands through his perfect hair . I lost it . All that control Id built up just … snapped . I grabbed her throat- Save the dramatic monologue , Nathan . I really dont need your carefully crafted narrative . It was one time , Emma . One drunk mistake- Stop . I felt oddly calm . Want to know something interesting ? I saw everything . His eyes narrowed slightly . Classic Nathan always calculating . That day in your office ? I came back . Saw her under your precious mahogany desk . And that cute little birthday party ? I was there too . Watched you take her upstairs . He went completely still . Did you enjoy yourself , Nathan ? Was it good ? 1.42 The Perfect Husbands Secret 52.6 Every second I watched you play devoted husband in that hospital made me want to Vomit . And now youre here , swearing on your life it was just once ? God , you really cant Help yourself with the lies , can you ? So this is the real Nathan Pierce ? The one behind the perfect CEO facade ? just another rich guy who gets violent when hedoesnt get his way ? I watched him crumble with each quiet word , sliding down the wall to the floor . You always showered after her . What was that about ? Afraid Id smell her perfume ? Or did you just feel dirty ? That dining room in her house exact copy of Le Bernardín , right ? For all those late night FaceTime calls ? My birthday as her door code matching our penthouse . So you wouldnt slip up when we got home together . Always the perfectionist , arent you ? Must have been exhausting , Nathan . All that … performance . Why not just be with them ? Play happy family in Greenwich ? Give Cooper the father he deserves ? And please stop with the love declarations . Every time I think about you coming home from her bed , kissing me with the same mouth … makes me physically ill . I cant even look at our building on Fifth without wanting to throw up . Just get out . And Nathan ? I finally turned to look at him . Have your people talk to my lawyers . I dont want to see your face again . I rolled over , done with the conversation . The sun was fully up now , Manhattan coming alive outside . He left like hed lived our whole marriage silent , calculated , leaving no trace . Title: Assigned A Billionaire Husband By The Nation In CrushReel's ongoing romance novel, "Assigned A Billionaire Husband By The Nation," a young woman finds herself without a home after a heart-wrenching breakup with her boyfriend of four years. Following state policy, she is unexpectedly matched with a billionaire spouse, forever altering the course of her life. Amidst themes of love, resilience, and newfound wealth, readers are drawn into a world where the ordinary meets the extraordinary. As the protagonist navigates her new reality alongside her billionaire partner, the complexities of their relationship unfold against the backdrop of opulent mansions and hidden secrets waiting to be revealed. What sets this modern romance apart is its unique blend of sweet romance and the intriguing dynamics between contract lovers in a contemporary setting. Fans of CEO romances will find themselves captivated by the unfolding tale that promises unexpected twists and heartfelt moments. Dive into this enchanting story, available to read at CrushReel, and discover a world where love knows no bounds.