Chapter 15 Sarah went rigid . Nobody knew about Paris , my voice was barely above a whisper . Only the airline booking site had that information the same one you accessed as CFO while gathering shareholder data . My hands started shaking . You were part of this from the beginning , werent you ? You helped him take me ? Emma , please … I knew hed never hurt you . With my familys situation … And what about Claire ? Each word felt like glass in my throat . Did you know about her too ? The color drained from her face . harsh laugh escaped me . How stupid was I ? Of course hed only trust the CFO position to someone completely loyal . I never really knew you at all , did I ? She squeezed her eyes shut . Im sorry . My sons therapy costs … I couldnt lose this job . I stared across the snow covered valley . One word from me and youre not just fired Ill press charges about the data breach . No company in the state would hire you after that . Sarah started trembling . Tomorrow at noon , youre picking me up . Its your only shot at redemption . Nathan appeared behind us , eyes probing . Why so serious , ladies ? I forced a sad smile , hugging a pale faced Sarah . Just talking about the challenges of raising a special needs child . The next day , as snow started falling , I watched the winding road from my window like a The Perfect Husbands Secret 73 . mapte hawk . Finally , a white sedan appeared through the flurries . I grabbed my coat and headed down . The housekeeper called after me . I kept walking . In Sarahs car , I finally let myself breathe , He was asking questions this morning , she warned . About our conversation . He might follow . We need to get down before the ice hits . Too late . The car skidded on black ice , slamming into the mountainside . Dead engine . As we tried to restart it , Nathans car came roaring around the bend . He stormed out , rage radiating as he approached . I backed toward the cliff edge . Fear cracked his perfect mask . He froze several yards away . Step back from there . I stood my ground , watching him . Emma , dont you dare ! Raw panic in his voice . I glanced over my shoulder at the drop , then met his eyes . Did you ever really love me , Nathan ? ? I stepped backward into empty air . In a flash , he lunged , catching me , taking the full impact as we tumbled down the slope . 75 Chapte 17 His leg hit rock with a sickening crack . He couldnt move . Tstood slowly , looking down at him . His hand reached up , trembling . Please come home . Above us , Sarah was screaming . A car screeched to a stop Claire jumping out , staring at the scene in horror . I closed my eyes , then started climbing up . EMMA ! His scream tore through the mountain air . Sarah and I took Nathans car , racing down the icy road while Claire called for help . After miles of silence , Sarah whispered : You knew hed save you , didnt you ? I pressed my lips together , tears streaming down my face . ( 0 ) ( 0 ) 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.