Chapter 9 Claire slipped in with her practiced timid act : Theres an urgent document from Finance that needs your signature . Nathans jaw tightened . Dead silence . Since when does Operations handle Finance paperwork ? I took a deliberate bite of the perfectly peeled apple . Claire glanced at Nathan , her voice dripping vulnerability . Im leaving the company soon . Just helping out while I wrap things up . Leaving ? I turned to Nathan . Your assistants quitting ? Nathan methodically wiped his hands with a Kleenex, looking almost amused . Im running a Fortune 500 company . You think I track every HR detail ? Claires lashes fluttered , tears welling perfectly . Pierce , I know this isnt appropriate , but Coopers father wants us to relocate to London- Thats enough . Nathan cut her off , standing . My wife needs rest . Well handle this outside . A minute after they left , I was out of bed . Around the corner by the service elevator , I caught Claires tearful performance : Cooper hasnt seen you in a month . He keeps asking why Daddy wont come home . I agreed to London . Just give him one birthday dinner . Our sons never even gotten a hug from his father . Dont we deserve a proper goodbye ? Nathan … She looked up at him , the picture of helpless devotion in her Ann Taylor suit . The Perfect Husbands Secret 42.1 % hapte Nathan stood there like a Brioni clad statue . When he returned , he was all smiles with the doctor . Great news , angel youll be home in two days . You made it . I nodded . I certainly did . He added casually : Oh , that paperwork from Claire needs some attention . Ill stop by the office this afternoon . Wont be long . met his eyes . How long ? Missing me already ? His practiced smile . Back by seven . I closed my eyes . At 5 PM , I signed my discharge papers . The nurses were stunned . Your devoted husband isnt here ? 1 I smiled . I manage just fine alone . At 6 PM , my Uber Black pulled up to her Greenwich community . Same guard , same story about visiting a friend . By 6:10 , I stood at her door , my phone buzzing with Nathans text : What would you like for dinner from Jean Georges , beautiful ? I turned off my iPhone and punched in the code . Click Click . Inside , the perfect family tableau : Coopers birthday cake from Magnolia , Claire playing doting mom , Nathan on his phone . The Perfect Husbands Secret 43.4 % Birthday cake sounds perfect . The singing stopped . Claire turned , horror cracking her Stepford wife mask . Nathan froze , Hermès tie suddenly too tight . Are you Mommy and Daddys friend ? Here for my party ? Cooper beamed , innocent in his Little English polo . I smiled gently . Yes , sweetheart . Happy birthday . Thank you ! Mind if I talk to your daddy first ? Sure ! I walked to Nathan , looking down at his perfectly coiffed head . He sat there , Cartier watch ticking away the silence . Sorry to crash your charming family moment , but this needs your signature . I dropped the Divorce Agreement on the custom Loro Piana tablecloth . Nathan started trembling but wouldnt meet my eyes . Sign it quickly , Mr. After three days , I file at the courthouse . Imagine the headlines : CEOs Secret Family Exposed . Your government contracts wouldnt love that . I turned to Claire . Her eyes were huge fear , shock … and underneath , triumph . I laughed softly . 44.7 % 1 Congratulations , Claire . Hes all yours , just remember a man who cheats with , will cheat on you . As I turned to leave , Nathan grabbed my wrist , voice breaking : Emma- 1 yanked away , my voice arctic . Get your hands off me . You make me sick . ♡ ( 0 ) t 1 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.