The Ex-Wife’s Billion Dollar Comeback Novel

Chapter 67 Soraya- " It's by Clara Bellamy , Jacob said casually . " Her Amalfi series is expected to sell out , but I managed to get one before she even auctioned her pieces . " " Wow ! Just wow ! I have always wanted to buy one of her paintings , " Philip said as he stared at the new painting on his living room wall . They were looking at a serene landscape of the Amalfi Coast at sunset , done in oil on canvas . Soft golden light .

bathed the cliffs and sea , while vivid bougainvillea framed a quiet terrace overlooking the waves . It felt warm , timeless , like a memory you hadn't lived , but somehow missed . " I love it , " Emily remarked behind them . " Thank you so much , Jacob . " Jacob gave a faint smile , nodding at Emily . " You are welcome . I'm glad you liked it . " " Dinner's ready , " the maid announced , and so everyone made their way to the dining table .

As they settled down , Jacob complimented , " You have a very warm home , Mr. and Mrs. Azar . " " Oh , I bet it's nothing like your home , Mr. Steel , " Emily said . " Well " Jacob paused . " A house is built with bricks , a home is built with people . That's what makes a house warm . " Emily and Philip looked at each other with a smile , and Soraya saw the approval flickering in their eyes . To think , dinner had yet to start .

Jacob had brought a specially ordered Beef Wellington from the famous Maze Grill within Belridge City . It easily became the center dish of the night . However , Angela preferred Emily's fried chicken , as most kids do . Only the adults indulged in the premium beef . -You like fried chicken , Angela ? " Emily asked the little girl , and Angela nodded with a smile . As Angela ate , Soraya placed vegetable side dishes on her plate . She said , " Eat those . They're good for you .

" Angela started with the baby carrots , which made Soraya happy . The little girl even turned to her , beaming as she chewed down the vegetable . Soraya started to dig into the expensive beef . But later on , she noticed Emily and Philip giggling . When Soraya turned to Angela , she caught the little girl passing a piece of vegetable to Jacob with a fork ! And Jacob ? She caught him mid - motion , mouth open , ready to eat the carrot like it was the most natural thing in the world ! " Jacob ?

" Soraya protested , her eyes rounding 1-1- " he stuttered . Then , he chuckled , eating the carrot anyway . " I was just happy that Angela gave me food , Soraya . " 111 13:13 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 67 Then Jacob reached for the same vegetable side dishes and served them on Angela's plate . He said to his daughter , " Eat more vegetables to be healthy ." -Your father is right , Angela . You should eat your vegetables , " Emily encouraged .

" I want Daddy healthy , " Angela gave a sneaky reply , which made the adults laugh again . Jacob couldn't help but chuckle . He served himself more vegetables and said , " Let's be healthy together , my princess . " Then , he ruffled Angela's hair before his eyes lingered on Soraya , 79 % 0 He smiled at her , but Soraya shook her head and rolled her eyes . " Tell me the truth , Jacob Steel . How long have you been eating Angela's vegetables behind my back ?

" " I swear , that was just the first one . I was honestly amused at how quickly she learned to play tricks , " Jacob said . raising his hand as if taking an oath . Dinner turned more relaxed , and Soraya could tell her aunt and uncle were seeing Jacob for who he was outside of work . He was just a man who loved his daughter . But it wasn't just the dinner scene that caught Philip and Emily's attention . After dessert , Soraya's aunt handed Angela a gift . It was a child's makeup set .

While Soraya helped tidy up in the kitchen , laughter erupted from the living room . When she returned , she found her aunt and uncle chuckling … and Jacob sitting perfectly still , his face painted like a very serious clown . " How do I lock ? Jacob asked , utterly deadpan . Soraya blinked . Then burst out laughing . " Is Daddy pretty ? " Angela asked , all proud .

Jacob had one eye smudged with electric - blue eyeshadow , a lopsided pink heart stamped on his cheek , and a red smear across his chin that may have started as lipstick . What made it hilarious was Jacob's straight face , like this was just another day at the office . " I can't believe you made Angela do that , " Soraya muttered through her giggles . " Why ? " Jacob asked calmly . " If Angela wanted to do your makeup , would you let her ? " Soraya hesitated .

Then , she looked at her aunt and uncle . They were encouraging , while Angela waited patiently . " Of course , I would , " she admitted softly . 2/3 13:13 Tue , 19 Aug Chapter 67 Angela's eyes lit up . " Can I give you makeup , Mommy ? " Soraya laughed . " Gladly ! Make Mommy pretty , okay ? " Moments later , Jacob and Soraya were both masterpieces of chaos and color . .79 % When Angela was done , the two stood in the shared bathroom , cleaning each other's faces in front of the mirror .

The space was wide enough , but the air between them had shrunk . They were close . Too close . They were facing each other . As Jacob gently dabbed at her cheek with a cotton pad , Soraya returned the favor , wiping his chin . " I still can't believe Mr. Jacob Steel let his daughter turn him into a makeup model . Melvin would have a field day . " " He won't dare comment about me ," Jacob smirked faintly . " I do what I can to make up for the times I'm away . You know that about me , Soraya .

" " You can wipe off makeup anytime … " His eyes met hers . " But Angela's smile ? That stays . " His words hit somewhere soft and unguarded . Soraya froze , her hand still resting on his jaw . For a moment , they didn't move . Their eyes remained locked on each other . His gaze felt warm , intense , and unwavering . Her breath caught , her pulse fluttered like it wasn't sure what to do . The room suddenly felt smaller . Warmer . Dangerous in a way that had nothing to do with makeup .

He wasn't just staring He was seeing her . And with that chiseled face , defined jaw , straight nose , and those unreadable hazel eyes that seemed to hold back a storm , Soraya wasn't sure she was ready for what that meant . Jacob gulped . His eyes suddenly wandered to her lips . The next thing Soraya knew , Jacob was leaning down toward her face .