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Olivia Carter is a sharp, no-nonsense journalist with one rule—never fall for the men she writes about. But when she’s assigned to cover a feature on Adrian Hayes, the world’s most charismatic and successful billionaire musician, her resolve is tested. She loves his music, but she despises the man behind it—too arrogant, too overrated, and too dangerously charming for his own good.
Adrian, used to adoration and headlines, is intrigued by the one woman who seems immune to his fame. When a fake dating rumor sparks a media frenzy, they’re forced to navigate the chaos together. But Olivia’s skepticism runs deep, fueled by a past betrayal that makes trusting Adrian impossible.
As she uncovers the truth about his past and he discovers a secret about hers, the lines between love and career blur. When Olivia is faced with a choice between the career she’s built and the man she never expected to love, she must decide—will she walk away from the biggest story of her life, or risk everything for a love that could be the realest thing she’s ever known?
A sizzling enemies-to-lovers billionaire romance filled with passion, secrets, and second chances, The Rich Musician is a love story that proves sometimes, the heart knows the truth before the mind is ready to believe it.

The Rich Musician

Olivia barely remembered the drive to Adrian's penthouse.

Her mind raced, replaying every word Madeline had said.

She didn't know what it meant, but one thing was clear—Madeline had planted doubt, and it was growing fast.

By the time she reached his building, she wasn't sure if she was more furious at Madeline for twisting the truth or at herself for not demanding answers sooner.

The elevator ride to the top floor was suffocatingly silent.

When the doors slid open, Adrian was already waiting, leaning against the doorway of his penthouse with a drink in his hand.

"You're late," he murmured, his blue eyes unreadable.

Olivia stepped inside, slamming the door behind her. "Cut the act, Adrian."

She crossed her arms, her pulse racing. "I met with Madeline."

For the first time, a flicker of something—shock, irritation—crossed his face. It was gone in an instant, masked by his usual calm.

"Ah," he said smoothly, setting his drink down. "And what lies did she feed you?"

"She told me about the past. About your partnership. About how you cut her out."

Adrian let out a short laugh. "And you believed her?"

"I don't know what to believe," Olivia admitted. "Because you refuse to tell me anything."

He studied her for a moment, his expression unreadable. Then he sighed, rubbing a hand over his face.

"Olivia, Madeline isn't as innocent as she pretends to be."

His jaw tightened. "You're right. I've made mistakes. But I didn't betray her."

A muscle in his jaw ticked. "Where did you hear about that?"

"So it's real," Olivia pressed, stepping closer. "What was in it?"

Adrian's fingers curled into fists at his sides. "It's none of your concern."

Her chest tightened. "None of my concern? I'm—" she stopped herself, biting her lip.

She had almost said I'm falling for you.

But she couldn't. Not when she wasn't even sure if she truly knew him.

Adrian exhaled sharply. "The contract was a business agreement between me and Madeline. It should have ended there. But she wanted more."

He hesitated, then met her gaze. "She wanted to own me. My career, my future, everything. When I refused, she tried to destroy me."

That… wasn't what Madeline had said at all.

"Why didn't you tell me this before?" she asked quietly.

His lips pressed together. "Because I didn't want you looking at me the way you're looking at me now."

"Like you don't know if you can trust me."

Adrian took a step closer, his voice softer now. "Olivia, you're the only person I want to be honest with. But if you don't believe me—if you're going to let Madeline's lies get between us—then tell me now."

Olivia searched his face, torn between doubt and the undeniable pull she felt toward him.

But was love enough to ignore the secrets still left unsaid?

Chapter 28: Confrontation