BILLIONAIRE BODYGUARD DOMINATING ME

CHAPTER 7

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ELEANOR

As I looked at the owner of the voice and a wide smile appeared on my lips. It was none other than Jaden, an employee and one of my good friends.

His face lit up with a warm smile as he saw me, and I couldn't help but rush over to him, wrapping my arms around him in a tight hug.

He had been a great acquaintance and a friend in could trust on in the company , even out of the company.

“Jaden! It’s been too long,”

I exclaimed, pulling back slightly to look at him.

“Eleanor! It’s so good to see you,”

Jaden replied, his grin broadening as he hugged me back.

[ Dante stood a few steps away, his jaw clenched and eyes narrowing at the sight of their embrace. He remained silent, but the annoyance was evident in his stiff posture. ]

Me and Jaden quickly fell into an animated conversation, catching up on everything they had missed in each other’s lives.

“ where have you been ? “

“ just traveling here and there “

We laughed and reminisced, oblivious to the dark cloud of Dante’s glare looming over them.

Eventually, Jaden felt the intensity of Dante’s stare and turned to me as it didn’t go unnoticed by me, a puzzled look on his face.

“Aren’t you going to introduce us?”

he asked, gesturing towards Dante.

I glanced between the two men, the tension palpable. As i caught a glance at Dante , he stood stoic and broody. His face expressionless that it made me blink at him.

Of course , he was the anti-social one. Dante hated people getting too close to his protective circle which he had around us and i could see …… he didn’t like Jaden stepping into that circle.

Suppressing my smile , i turned to Jaden , finally introducing the two men to each other.

“Jaden, this is Dante, my… bodyguard,”

she said, the last word coming out a bit awkwardly.

“Dante, this is Jaden, one of my good friends and an employee here.”

Dante gave a curt nod, his eyes never leaving Jaden, who returned the nod with a polite, if somewhat wary, smile.

“ he’s the one your dad assigned ? “

Jaden looked at me with a teasing smile making me understand the context behind his tone.

“ isn’t he hot ? “

“ i mistook him for a celebrity “

Jaden and i laughed as I looked over to my shoulder to notice Dante shifting in his place after hearing our conversation. Well …… Jaden was not into the opposite gender and he ahd always been so cool about it.

Maybe that was the reason why we clicked and became friends as we both used to check out the hot guys in our company and gossip.

“ hows Lena ? “

“ oh shes been working on her upcoming event. It’s on the weekend. Why don’t you join us ? “

“ sounds like a plan “

He said and soon , our interaction was cut short as an assistant approached, directing them towards the meeting room where her father was waiting.

Dante walked next to me and i could feel his huge and tall body towering me making me feel so small. I looked up to him and was met with a pair of ice cold glare.

“ who are you showing your glare to ? “

I crossed my hands at him while he shrugged off as if what I said wasn’t correct.

“ you “

He answered making me want to hit him. When I wanted an answer , i needed a clear cut one but this giant had to step on my nerves and press each one.

“ rude ass “

I murmured under my breath and stepped inside the elevator only for him to stand next to me making the elevator feel even more small. We were the only one in the elevator but it felt too tight.

All of a sudden , my heart started racing and i took a deep breath.

Elevators.

It …… bothered me.

I was scared of them.

Had a traumatized past with it.

I tried to steady my breathing to calm myself and not to let him know my weakness but couldn’t do well.

“ scared huh ? “

His deep voice rung in my ear making me close my eyes in frustration.

“ not scared but Because of your huge body , it feels tight in here and I can’t breathe . “

I tried to play it cool but Dante wasn’t that dumb.

“ you know what’s really huge ? “

My eyes shot open and I looked at him in disbelief. My ears warmed up and my cheeks burnt in embarrassment. I was never the one to get embarrassed that easily but this man was something else.

And it was driving me crazy.

Soon , the elevator door opened and as I stepped out , my mood shifted. My face was as blank as it could get as i made my way towards my father’s office.

Dante opened the door for me and as I entered, everyone in the room stood up except for my father and his second wife.

The sight of them stirred up a wave of anger and resentment, and I couldn't help but glare at father, who sat at the head of the table. My fists clenched to my side.

Dad caught my eye but quickly looked away,avoiding my gaze. The room fell silent for a moment and no one dared to make a move.

Taking a deep breath , i walked to the other end of the table, taking seat on the head of the table , directly facing my father. My eyes fell on the woman next to him and I noticed her hand on dad’s hand , making me lose my calm.

Before i could lose my temperament, I felt Dante’s hot breath on my ear as I heard his deep voice saying something.

“ stay calm. You don’t want to involve your private affairs with the public here“

Realizing that he was right, I took a deep breath closing my eyes for a second before relaxing in my chair.

As the meeting began, Eleanor tried to focus on the business at hand, but her mind kept drifting back to the unresolved issues with her father and the electric tension between her and Dante.

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The conference room was filled with the buzz of anticipation as me and Christian sat among the company's top executives and board members which …… confused me.

I had dressed the part, exuding confidence in a tailored suit, ready to take on my new role, so where knowing what the meeting was about.

Dante stood behind me , stoic and cold expression on his face making him so powerful and it made my power to enhance even more.

My father stood at the head of the table, commanding the room's attention.

"Thank you all for being here today. I have a significant announcement to make regarding the future leadership of our company."

I took a deep breath and sat up straighter, my heart pounding with a mixture of pride and nerves.

"I am proud to announce that my daughter, Eleanor, will be the new owner of the company,"

My father declared, smiling warmly at me. Applause broke out, and my's heart swelled with pride. I did work hard to achieve this position and i was happy to have finally take what’s mine.

But before I could fully bask in the moment, my father's voice continued.

"And to ensure a smooth transition and to support her in this role, my son, Christian, will be the vice owner and will work closely with her."

My smile froze. The f**k did i just hear ? The applause was still echoing in the room, but all I could feel was a rising tide of anger.

I glanced at Christian , who looked just as surprised, though not nearly as upset. christian was a year younger than me.

As soon as the meeting adjourned and people began to file out, I stood up abruptly, my chair scraping loudly against the floor.

I stormed over to my father, who was conversing with his wife and children.

"Can I have a word with you?"

I demanded, her voice low and dangerous.

Dad looked taken aback but nodded.

"Of course, Eleanor."

“ congratulations Eleanor- “

The woman tried to congratulate and step forward to touch me but i stepped back , staring at my father to hurry up who could only shake his head.

We moved to a more private corner of the room, but my temper couldn't wait. I slammed her palm down on the table, causing everyone nearby to flinch.

"What the hell was that?"

I shouted, glaring at my father. I could see his second family exchanged uneasy glances but stayed close, clearly interested in the unfolding drama.

"Eleanor, calm down,"

Dad began, raising his hands in a placating gesture.

"Calm down? You just announced that I have to share the ownership of the company with Ethan! This was supposed to be my moment!"

My voice was shaking with fury.

“ you’re the sole owner. I just want Christian to work under you to mature into the business world soon “

I looked at him in disbelief. I tried so hard to not have a sign of them in my life but now i had to f*****g see Christian everyday in my company.

"Eleanor, I thought this would be a good way to ensure you have support. The company is a huge responsibility, and christian is—"

"I don't need his support!"

I interrupted, my eyes blazing. Did he think that what i did was nothing ? My hard work was nothing.

"I've worked hard for this. I've earned it. And now you’re telling me that guy, who has half the experience I do, is supposed to 'support' me? This is my company!"

I lost myself. How could he think that I wasn’t capable enough. My father took a deep breath, clearly trying to maintain his composure.

"Eleanor, this decision was made with the best interests of the company in mind. I believe you and Christian can work well together. You both bring different strengths to the table. And i am saying once again. Maybe you’re the owner and will have the last words in company’s Decision but he will work with you"

His wife, who had been silent until now, spoke up.

"Your father is only trying to do what's best, dear. There's no need to make a scene."

I turned to glare to his wife.

"Stay out of this. This is between me and my father."

I didn’t want her near me. I wanted her out of our lives. Suddenly …… Dante, sensing the escalating tension, approached cautiously.

"Eleanor, maybe we should discuss this more privately."

I shook her head, my eyes still locked on my father who looked everywhere but me. I scoffed at him and glared at his wife.

"No, everyone needs to hear this. I won't be undermined in my own company."

My father sighed, looking older and more tired than ever.

"Eleanor, please understand—"

"I understand perfectly,"

I snapped.

"You don't trust me to handle this on my own. Well, guess what? I don't need your trust. I know what I'm capable of, and I don't need Christian or anyone else to validate that."

Saying that, i walked out stomping my heels. I was not gonna let Christian or anyone be superior than me. I was my own god and i made my own decisions.

I could hear Dante following behind and I closed my eyes trying to calm myself. I wouldn’t let anyone come in between me and my success , me and my freedom.

No one whether it was dad or …… Dante.