Entangled Affair
He's the city's most sought-after bachelor, a billionaire CEO with a cold heart. She’s an artist facing challenges, extremely self-reliant and allergic to commitment. Their lives intersect when a shocking rumor connects them, compelling Damien Sterling and Ava Rossi into a false engagement to protect their reputations. Damien must convey an impression of stability to obtain an important business deal. Ava requires the financial stability that Damien's proposal offers, enabling her to concentrate on her art without the looming risk of eviction.
Their agreement is simple: fake it until the deal is done. Nevertheless, the lines separating fiction from reality blur as their deception becomes evident. The simmering desire they tried to ignore bursts into an intense romance, endangering their carefully constructed fronts. Nonetheless, Damien carries a concealed truth, a past trauma that makes him wary of love.
Ava's past carries a hurtful secret that may ruin their delicate bond. As a merciless competitor endangers Damien's business and Ava's past resurfaces, their pretend engagement turns into a perilous situation. They have to determine if their love is genuine enough to endure the deceptions, the treacheries, and the high-stakes world they inhabit. Entangled Affair tells a tale of unforeseen romance, concealed motives, and the bravery to gamble everything for a shot at eternity.
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Chapter: CHAPTER 10: UNSPOKEN WORDSAva had always found comfort in painting. It was the only aspect that seemed clear when all other parts of her life felt knotted and uncertain. Recently, she had been creating art more than she ever had. She couldn’t tell if it was due to Damien or in spite of him. Perhaps it was the pressure of residing under Damien’s strict regulations Maybe it was the suffocating silence that had settled between them since the gala. Or maybe—if she was being honest with herself—it was Damien himself.Something about him got under her skin, even when he wasn’t around.And she hated it. And so, she painted. She lost herself in color, in the way the brush met the canvas, and in the way the world faded when she was creating.She had taken over the sunroom in Damien’s penthouse, transforming it into her personal studio. The space was nothing like the rest of Damien’s pristine, glass-and-steel penthouse. It was chaotic. Paint tubes were littered over the floor, unfinished canvases inclined against the wa
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Chapter: CHAPTER 9: CLASHING WORLDSAva had only been living in Damien’s penthouse for a few days, but it already felt like a battle of opposites—chaos versus order, creativity versus structure, color versus monotony.She was beginning to think Damien Sterling was less of a man and more of a machine. His world ran on precision; his days were segmented into perfectly timed intervals. Breakfast at exactly 6:30 AM. Meetings are scheduled down to the minute. Even his leisure time appeared deliberate—an hour of reading before sleeping, in the same place on the same leather armchair, with the same glass of bourbon next to him.Ava, in contrast, flourished with unpredictability. Ava had always thought that life should be experienced in vibrant bursts, surprise moments, and unplanned journeys. She painted whenever inspiration hit, occasionally in the middle of the night. She kept her sketchbooks open, brushes drying on the counters, and rearranged the furniture whenever she felt the impulse. Damien’s flawless world felt stiflin
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Chapter: CHAPTER 8: MOVING INTO THE LION’S DENAt the door to Damien Sterling's penthouse, Ava paused, clutching her bag more tightly. She was briefly lost for words owing to the room's distinct opulence. Her small flat felt like a kitchen storage area, even in the entranceway, with its high ceilings, polished marble flooring, and broad windows offering an imposing view of the city. Everything in this home reflected Damien's personality: it was opulent and sophisticated"Miss Rossi? Mr. Sterling is expecting you."She was brought back to reality by the doorman's sharp voice. She took a deep breath and nodded before going in. The muted sounds of the city vanished into a thick hush as the elevator doors closed behind her. She would be staying here, at least for the time being, and the strange weight of the situation hovered over her. Damien waited with his hands loose in his pockets as the elevator doors opened. The city skyline behind him gleamed brightly against the dark blue night sky. He said, "You've come," with a difficult-t
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-04-11
Chapter: CHAPTER 7: CORNERED BY THE SPOTLIGHTAva lounged on her couch with her legs crossed, a half-eaten piece of cold pizza dangling weakly in her hand, overlooked. Her apartment was chaotic—scattered tissues, unsealed takeout containers, and her laptop flashing with unread messages. The dim light of her phone on the coffee table throbbed like a signal, insisting on attention. Alerts after alerts flooded in: pings, dings, and vibrating notifications of a world ablazeShe had silenced it hours ago, but the damage was already done.The television was playing in the background, mostly for noise, but her gaze had been fixed on the same headline for ten full minutes:“FAKE FIANCÉE? DAMIEN STERLING’S ENGAGEMENT UNDER FIRE.”Her chest tightened. The speculation wasn’t just beginning—it had detonated.From the corner of the couch, Izzy tossed her legs up, remote in hand and worry etched across her face. “They’re not just questioning your relationship, Ava. They’re questioning you. I mean, listen to this...” She grabbed her phone and r
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-04-10
Chapter: CHAPTER 6: THE UNRAVELINGThe news of Damien Sterling's engagement to Ava Rossi was a media sensation. Instead of focusing on scandalous headlines about a "mystery woman" or "compromising positions," listeners were treated to thrilling revelations regarding a whirlwind romance involving an entrepreneur and creative artist. The moment was set in motion. This finely crafted press release, a work of spin doctoring, depicted sex life at this year's charity gala, with secret dates and the occasional loss during their busy schedule.Ava's phone exploded with calls and messages. Those who had known her for years, including acquaintances and even those she hadn't spoken to in years, were eagerly waiting for information from her, offering both surprise and congratulations. Her loyal best friend, Izzy, was elated, squealing with delight and asking for a complete explanation of "how he proposed." Still slightly frightened by what had transpired, Ava began to craft elaborate stories of heartfelt gestures and romantic inte
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-04-09
Chapter: CHAPTER 5: A CONTRACT OF ILLUSIONSA thick packet of legal terminology was sent by a courier with discreet efficiency and arrived later that day. While sitting on a broken couch with some hot tea, Ava felt tense as she read aloud from one side of the page. This voluminous document was filled with clauses and sub-clauses that were designed to intimidate. Ava's artistic talents were overshadowed by her practical nature. She carefully analyzed every paragraph, pinpointing crucial points, and clarified any confusion by making numerous phone calls to a friend who works as an attorney.Damien had fulfilled his commitments. They were so generous, bordering on luxury in terms of their finances. A struggling artist's dream came true with a monthly allowance that was much higher than her previous income, access to upscale studios in prestigious art districts, and seemingly unlimited supplies. Yet, a nagging unease lingered. Neither a donation nor a stipend; this was an exchange for her part in ill-advised deception.Their fake e
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-02-20
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