Chapter 48 – The Regretful Billionaire: Victoria and Oscar Novel (Online Free)

There is no point, she wants nothing to do with me.”

“What do you mean she wants nothing to do with you?”

“Don’t tell me that, Oscar. It only means you did not try hard enough.”

“I did all I could, Fedora. Naturally, I know I do not give a f uck about things but I took this really personally. I was at her place this evening, we spoke at length, we made love twice, and just when I started thinking things were finally on the right track between us. She chased me out of her home.”

“I went there to ask for her forgiveness and makeup with her but I left there feeling the most humiliated.“

“The sex was consensual.”

“You know I would not bed a woman against her will, talk more of Vicky who I am trying really hard to win her heart.”

“For you guys to make love twice, she is probably still into you but as women, it is normal for us to have mixed feelings. You do not have to come back so soon. Just stay back and give her more time to cool off.”

“How much time?”

“About a week?!”

“I do not have that time, Fedora. I am not even feeling guilty about it anymore because I know I have done my best. I am not the one with issues. She is. What else does she want from me?”

“Two Wrongs don’t make a right, Oscar. You both cannot be angry at the same time. One person has to be cool-headed while the other is angry for peace to reign.”

“There is no way I am going to stay for an extra week. I have been humiliated enough. She said if I deeply love her, then I will have no choice but to obey her wish and leave her alone.”

“I promise you that she does not mean what she said.”

“And I promise you that she meant every word that came out of her mouth to me.”

“So what are you insinuating?”

“Nothing. The deed has been done. She wants nothing to do with me so I am coming back home.”

He heard his elder sister heave a long sigh. “This is so sad to hear. I don’t even know what to say again.”

“Yeah, I am not happy about it too but I can’t keep staying where I am not wanted when I’ve got so much to do back at home.”

“So what about Sophie?”

“I didn’t get to meet her. She wasn’t at home and Vicky refused to tell me who she was with.”

“Really? That is so harsh!”

“I tried. I know I tried my best to make peace and if she is making that difficult, then there is absolutely nothing that I can do about it.”

“She is Sophie’s mother and if she feels she knows our daughter best then so be it. I hope in the future, she will have the courage to let her know that she was the one who prevented me from meeting her.”

“Don’t think that way. If only you have the patience to give her more time. I am sure everything will fall into place.”

“I am done with this phase of my life, Fedora. I have packed my bags already.”

“So what’s next for you?” His sister asked. He could hear the sadness in her voice.

“I don’t know! Move on with my life as usual. Work my a ss off after which Ingrid’s son will inherit it all after I die.”

“Stop saying something nasty. That is not going to happen.”

“Of course, it would

“Sophie doesn’t have my name. Vicky is reluctant to change it no matter how hard I explained to her about the importance of it.”

“She said they want nothing to do with me or my wealth.”

“She really went too far. Let me come over and talk to her.”

“You think she is going to listen to you?”

“Isn’t it worth the try?”

“No one knows Vicky more than me. When she has made up her mind, no one can tell her what not to do.”

“This is so sad. I already told your niece about it and she is really excited about having a baby cousin. I have no idea what I am going to tell her now,”

“We have no choice but to tell her the truth eventually. Sophie is in Australia and would probably never visit America.”

“This must be so heartbreaking. How do you feel?”

“I am fine. I don’t feel guilty about anything because I know that I have done what I meant to do. I just feel sad about it but life has to go on.”

“I am so sorry. Oscar. I was honestly hoping things were going to work out for you.

*I thought the same too but it is cool. I am going to deal with Mom when I get back.”

“Oscar….” Fedora started talking but he interrupted.

“There is nothing you are going to say that would make me change my mind. I am going to deal with her my own way. It is about to be a movie between us.”

“Two wrongs don’t make a right!” She said,

“That is why I am going to put her in her place. She is responsible for making my life miserable and I will make sure she regrets it.”

“Just take it easy, Oscar. The family is a mess already. It is even going to get messier with your divorce with Ingrid and the last thing you want is to cause a rift with Mom. Dad is not going to be pleased at all.”

“I honestly do not care about anything or anyone. I am definitely going to take my revenge.”

He heard Fedora sigh. “Just come straight to my place when you land. We’ve got more things to talk about.”

“I will see you in a couple of hours.”

“Okay then, bye!”

Oscar ended the call.

Remembering he had not sent Bessie his address, he quickly did that after which he tossed his phone aside and went over to the other side of the suite where he dialed the intercom and ordered for food, as well as drinks.

Oscar occupied himself with the TV, searching for something interesting to watch just to keep himself company before his visitor arrived.

In between, they brought the food and drinks he ordered, and after what felt like forever, the long-awaited knock came through on the door.

He got off the couch and proceeded to the door, he opened it and came face to face with literally the only friend he had in this strange country.

“What? Why are you looking at me that way?” She voiced out, helping herself in.

Oscar shut the door, then turned his attention to her. “Your dress?!”

“What is wrong with my dress?” She said, staring down at what she wore.

“Oh!!!” She voiced out in realization. “You were expecting me to come over with my work slu ttery dress?!”

“You are a per vert!

He chuckled, “I am not. I just think you look good in everything. Your club work clothes, your office clothes, and this!” He gestured to the sundress she was putting on and her hair was let down. Her makeup was wiped off already so she had just her bare face on and she had a mini sling bag across her shoulder.

“Whatever!” She said, making her way into the suite, in the direction of the visitor area.

“Nice place!” She mumbled, taking a seat on the couch..

Oscar approached the table beside them, opened the wine on it, poured it into two glass cups, and handed her one which she thanked him before accepting, then he grabbed the other one and sat beside her.

Bessie took a sip of her drink before she spoke. “You are really going back tomorrow?”

“Yes!”

“Why are you an as shole?”

“What do you mean?” He frowned at her.

“We had a plan, didn’t we?”

“The last time I remember, you said you wouldn’t team up with me to cause any revenge against your boss.”

“As shole!” She nudged him on the arm.

“That’s painful” He chuckled at her.

Bessie glared at him.

“That is not what I was referring to. You were supposed to make her yours. Where has that passion gone to?”

Oscar sighed, placing the glass cup he was holding on the table before them. He hadn’t even taken a sip.

“I have discussed this severally tonight and I really do not want to talk about it again because it just makes me sad and also makes me feel less of myself.”

“Yeah, I really want that. But I saw her today and she made it so glaring that she and Sophie do not want to have anything to do with me.”

“Perhaps you should give her some time.”

Oscar frowned, “You are the second person saying so.”

Bessie shrugged.

“Pain is not easily forgotten. Time heals everything.”

“You may be right but I still don’t believe she wants me. I know what I saw in her eyes and I know what I heard. She is done with me.”

“Are you going to go back to America just like that?”

“Stop sounding like I am a coward.”

“You are.”

“No, I am not.”

“I have been humiliated? so much and I think the most noble thing to do is to let go. I just came to continue to wait here when she is not giving me any da mn attention or giving me the opportunity to see my daughter.”

“I have got a life back home. I’ve got a company to run and many other things to attend to.”

“Vicky looks and seems really easy going. I had no idea she could be this strong-minded. She may have her reasons too for not wanting to get back with you.”

“She obviously does and that is why it makes no sense to keep being here.”

“I felt it was going to be rude to leave without at least seeing you once more, that was why I reached out to you.” “Even though I am really freaked out because it is really going to be hard keeping up with Ashton, especially now that you are out of the picture, I am genuinely sorry about everything. You really like her and it is sad that things had to end this way.”

“It is okay. I am over it. I don’t even wanna talk about her anymore because the subject has become way more sensitive.”

“And I don’t think she is into Ashton either.”

“How do you know that?”

I give you my word on it. And you giving her a little scare sort of put her in her place. But don’t be nasty to her again. I know how rude and vile you can be.”

“Why do you still care about someone that dumped you?”

“That is harsh. I just told you the topic is a very sensitive one to me and you are still trolling me.”

“You know I can’t help but speak the truth.”

“I mean it, Bessie. Just don’t be nasty to her and channel your energy toward taming Ashton. He is the one pushing himself on her.”

She glared at him.

“I also have a favor to ask of you.” He whispered.

“I knew it!” She scoffed, “You rich people, suck!”

“Stop being a brat and hear what I have to say without being judgemental.”

“Fine!” She glared at him. “I am listening.”

“I want you to take care of her for me when I am not here.”

“Take care of who?” She pretended as though she didn’t know who he was referring to.

“Stop pulling my legs, you know who I am talking about.”

Bessie chuckled in disbelief. “You must be kidding me. What do you take me for? A nanny? A detective? A guardian,”

“You said it just now that you do not want to talk about her because the subject is a very sensitive one so what the f uck are you saying?”

“You’ve got one hell of a temper.”

“Your fault.”

You know I respect you?”

“No, you don’t. You are just trying to use me.”

“Stop being a bully,” Oscar assured.

“You are the one being a bully.”

“I should have guessed right that you wanted to manipulate me instead of coming here.” She pouted.

“Can you listen first to what I have to say?!”