Chapter: 006GEORGE.“What do you mean someone else bought the company?” I growled into the phone, pacing furiously across my office.“You knew damn well that SiphonEx was set to take over!” I slammed my fist on the desk, frustration seeping in greatly.The idiot on the other end stammered something about sudden legal switches and being outbidded. I didn’t care. I hung up on him mid-sentence and snatched my keys off the table.“I am going to the office myself,” I muttered, more to myself than anyone else although Becky was watching from the couch.“Don’t tell me you lost the company to someone else.”The way she said it, it grated on my nerves like a blunt knife. What the hell? I was fighting for us here, the company and all.“I didn’t lose anything,” I snapped.“I will fix it.”She scoffed, folding her arms.“Can’t you do something perfectly? What do you think my father will say when he hears about this? Do you think he will still want to give his empire to you?”Her words hit hard. I snapped tow
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Chapter: 005NORMANI.I was fuming.No—“fuming” didn’t even cut it. I was absolutely livid as Shawn led me toward his car. My heart was pounding like a drum in my chest, and my palms were sweating from the aftermath of the encounter. The nerve Becky had to even open her mouth around me… and George? Oh, he had some guts showing up like that, standing beside her like they didn’t both betray me.Shawn opened the passenger door, and I slid in with a huff, my jaw clenched so tightly it could have cracked. He got in beside me and then gave me a long side glance.“You can’t keep reacting like that every time you see them,” he said coolly.“You are going to keep running into them. Probably more than you want to.”I turned to him slowly, heat flaring in my chest. “And what, exactly, do you want me to do? Smile and wave?”He didn’t even blink.“No. I want you to do better. If it is revenge you want, you can’t afford to lose control. They should be the ones losing control. Not you.”I rolled my eyes.“What d
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Chapter: 004GEORGE.“If there is anyone who should be ashamed here, Becky, it is you!”Normani’s voice sliced through the air like a knife. She pointed her fingers at Becky’s face, her eyes blazing with fury. “You seduced a married man and then sent his wife to jail so you could take her place. Did you think the press wouldn’t find out? ‘The Almighty CEO of Siphon Ex seduces a married man, ruins his home, and gets engaged to him?’ That is a scandal they would devour, Becky. And you know it!” She said it with so much venom that I felt my gut twist. Her eyes burned with a fire I had never seen in her before. Normani used to be soft-spoken, patient, and gentle. But that woman was gone, and I couldn’t even blame her. Not after what Becky and I did to her.Becky’s arm twitched. I could tell she was tempted to slap Normani, but I stopped her midway, my eyes darting to the small group of reporters in the distance. The last thing we wanted was to end up on the cover of tomorrow’s news. Becky had a nam
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Chapter: 003NORMANI.God. If sin had a face, it would be on this man.Tall, broad-shouldered, dressed in dark navy like he was born into power. His hair slicked back, jawline carved by the gods themselves. His eyes were sharp, daring, like he had seen blood and didn’t flinch. And he walked like a man who had won every fight he ever entered. He was heading toward me and no one stopped him. I felt like no one could dare it.I straightened.“How did you get into my office?” I askedHe smiled, slow and cocky.“I should be asking you that. A woman like you should be ruling kingdoms, not hiding in boardrooms.” He looked around my office like it meant nothing.I narrowed my eyes.“I don’t recall asking for flattery. State your business and reason for coming into my office” I tried to maintain myself. Yes, he was handsome, but I had gotten my fair share of handsome men. They are very dangerous.“Feisty.” He dragged the lone chair in front of my desk and sat, completely unbothered. “I heard you are trying
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Chapter: 002NORMANI.The sun seeped into the living room from the floor to the ceiling. I stared out, watching the garden. Estella had different species of birds there, and they often chirped, so it was kind of relaxing.I stared at them for what felt like an eternity, my thoughts swimming in thick bitterness as the memories dug deep within me.George didn't know my family or my background because I never told him. My father told me never to tell him about it for the next five years in order to see his true colors. My father had promised to accept him if he treated me right for those five years only for him to fuck it all up at three years.Suddenly, Estella’s voice cut through my thoughts like a blade, smooth but sharp.“I have always known George wouldn’t end well,” she said, sitting across from me in the living room with two cups of Turkish coffee.“But this? Framing you… wanting you to get locked up for five damn years?” She stretched one cup to me and I took it. The aromatic smell took over
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Chapter: 001NORMANI.The gates of Santiam Prison creaked open, and a blast of cool air rushed to my face. Hitting me was the first breath of freedom after a year, during which I was locked inside those lifeless gray walls. Twelve months. Three hundred and sixty-five days behind bars, not for something I did, but for the man I loved. I didn't regret it anyway.I once thought I would only stay there a week, maybe even less. My father was powerful and untouchable. He could have snapped his fingers and pulled me out at any moment. But instead, he left me there. To punish me for marrying George. To make me regret loving the one man who didn’t come from wealth or power like me. My father didn't believe in love, he spat at the idea of it.He sees George as someone who can't truly love, which is why he disapproved of our marriage.“Normani!” Estella’s voice pierced my thoughts. I turned, and I saw her jump out of her car and run toward me. Her arms wrapped around me tightly when she reached me like she w
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Chapter: New Alert!!!!Instantly, the air around David crackled with tension. He swiftly shed his suit, the fabric feeling heavy in his trembling as he handed it over to Richard, who felt like crying at the back of his boss—this was all his boss had been working for in the past few months: to have Miss Rowan to himself finally, without fear of Flora hurting her again. Just then, James' phone buzzed, interrupting the silence that engulfed the atmosphere. Seeing the caller, James picked up at once. "Hello, babe," James said into the phone, drawing curious glances from David and Richard. To them, only Rowan would receive such a nickname. Seeing their suspicious gazes, he switched the phone to loudspeaker. "Hi, Naomi, you can speak now," James invited. "Miss Rowan has been rushed to the hospital. She's unable to fly; she started having contractions before she entered the plane," Naomi informed them. Before James could reply, David snatched the phone from his hands. "Miss Naomi, this is her husband at the ho
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Chapter: The wedding dayThe room was alive with happiness as Flora jubilated, knowing that in a few hours, every TV station and blogger would be buzzing about her wedding to David Thompson, the president of the Oregon group of companies."As the heiress of Seraphims Holding, I only deserve the best," Flora declared from where she lay on the bed, with Andrew planting kisses on her neck and along her jawline."You know I will compensate you handsomely. I panicked when I found out David had regained his memory but didn't want me anymore. I thought everything was over, after years of patiently waiting," Flora confessed, a smile playing on her lips."I've told you that you don't have any problems. Since you've opened up to me about your true feelings and that it's me you love, and only his money you desire, since you've promised that it's my child you'll carry in his house, then I don't have any issues. The wedding is set to proceed, and in a few hours, you'll be Mrs. Thompson officially, but inwardly, you'll be M
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Chapter: Steve decision It had been a few days, and tension hung thick in the air as Steve returned to James's house to deliver his response. The silence that filled the room was deafening, each breath heavy with anticipation. Jessica, though she thought she was prepared for any outcome, couldn't help but rub her hands together nervously. Ryan, sensing the tension, rested his head on her lap, his instincts picking up on the palpable anxiety swirling around them. "So, brother, have you finally made your decision?" James asked, his tone harsh yet tinged with regret. In the past few days, he had come to realize that his emotions had clouded his judgment. He understood that everything Steve had done was out of love for him — Steve didn't want him to lose the love of his life, just as James had lost his. It was this realization that had prompted James to allow Steve to make his own decision, even if it meant James would have to bear the pain of parting with his brother, if only for a while. "Yes, kid brother,"
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Chapter: Knowing the truthWhat?" David's father asked, surprised by his son's allegations. "Dad, answer me. Are you involved with her too?" David demanded. "No, I'm not. And I'm disappointed that you would think so little of your father," David's father said. "I don't care, Dad. If she knows something about you significant enough to trade for my safety, then it must be substantial, and I need to know about it today," David said defiantly "Sit down, and I will tell you everything," David's father said. Reluctantly, David slumped into the chair, his anger palpable, emanating from him like a dark cloud. "Firstly, I discovered the kind of person Flora was after you started seeing her. Knowing how much you love her compelled me to dig deeper. I didn't want you to end up with the wrong woman. After finding out that she was involved with different men, I decided to confront her myself instead of letting you do it. During our conversation, she confessed that her uncle had forced her into those situations and that
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Chapter: Secret"What do you mean, David? It was the marriage certificate we both signed, isn't that what we both wanted back then? Just because you didn't have the memory doesn't change the fact that your mother is aware of it, and a mother can't lie," Flora's voice came over the phone, her tone laced with frustration and desperation. She wasn't even attempting to come to David's house, realizing she had nothing left to lose."Flora, even if it is true, I don't want this marriage anymore. We have to annul the certificate," David stated firmly, using a word he never wanted to utter."What? David, are you trying to use me and then discard me? We've been dating for almost seven years. Now you don't want me anymore, and you didn't consider the repercussions it will have on my family and me, on the company, on everyone who believed we would end up together... I won't force you, David, but think about the consequences. We are legally married starting next week. If we don't announce it publicly, I don't kn
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Chapter: Where did you get it?Naomi could only hum softly as she listened to Rowan's teasing remarks. Bending down, she reached for the coffee cups placed in front of them, an order she had made for both of them. Savoring the warmth, she took a delicate sip before carefully placing the cup back on the table.Inwardly, Naomi grasped the subtle undertones of Rowan's words. Since meeting James, she felt a shift within herself, a desire to embody qualities that might earn his admiration. But could she confide in Rowan that the catalyst for her change was the very man who harbored feelings for her?"Miss Rowan, I can't say there's any love involved. Let's just say someone's critique nudged me towards self-improvement," Naomi replied, her voice tinged with uncertainty. Rowan's gentle smile lingered, leaving Naomi to ponder if her response had hit the mark."You know, being challenged by someone and feeling compelled to better oneself because of them, well, it's akin to love. You might not realize it now, but soon enough
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Chapter: One hundred and forty fourISABELLA POVAlex was waiting for me at the foot of the steps when I stepped out from the graduation hall. He had a huge bouquet of flowers in his hand and an exotic car behind him. A new one? I ignored it and focused on him.I rushed down the stairs, holding the ends of my gown in one hand and my graduation cap in another. I jumped into his arms and he circled his arms around me, holding me tightly to his chest. I laughed in his neck and wrapped my legs around him. I could feel the petals and the scent of the roses cradling my back.“You came,” I whispered, laughing.“I’ll always come for you,” he responded.Slowly, Alex let me down. I slid down his body before my feet touched the ground, and then he kissed me. I melted, pulling him closer.“Congratulations,” he whispered, rubbing his nose on mine. “You did it. You fulfilled your dreams.”Tears filled my eyes. I hastily wiped them away before they could ruin my makeup and turned to look at the school. I couldn’t believe I had finally
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Chapter: One hundred and forty threeISABELLA POVAn hour later, Brianna stirred from her sleep and called for me.Alex sat on the floor outside my door, his back against the wooden frame. The paper lay between us, untouched. Neither of us had spoken since I read it—there was nothing to say."Isabella! I have to go now!" Brianna’s voice rang out.I shook off the fogginess in my head and jumped to my feet. Sensing my urgency, Alexander moved away from the door. He opened his mouth to speak, but I acted quickly, pressing my thumb to my lips—a silent signal for him to stay quiet.When he nodded and said nothing, I left the room and went to meet Brianna. She had washed her face in the kitchen sink and was picking at her things when I joined her.“I have to be somewhere this evening,” she told me absently. “I have this terrible headache and I know my homemade soup is going to cure them, so ciao!”“Okay, bye,” I answered meekly.She straightened and kissed the top of my head. “Congratulations again, my love. I’ll see you soon,
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Chapter: One hundred and twoISABELLA POVBrianna clicked her glass to mine. “Congratulations, friend We did it. We got in.”I took a deep gulp of the champagne. My insides burning with the warm, fuzzy feeling, almost like I was in love.“I can’t believe it.” Eyes wide and bright, I pointed to the open screen of the tablet in front of us. “We got an admission into the university? That fast? And together?”Brianna squealed in excitement. She twirled and did a little dance, sipping her drink as she moved. “This is wonderful! I get to go to aviation school, and you to modeling school. Together, we’ll become the biggest names in the world!”I laughed, dropping my glass on the table. “Bri, I’m going to be a designer. I can’t believe this. My model dreams are coming through.”She stopped in front of me and took my hands. “I’m in with you, my friend. We’re in this together.”Tears brimmed at my eyes. I tried to blink it away, but not before she saw it first.Brianna rolled her eyes. “Girl, please. Before you say anythin
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Chapter: One hundred and forty oneALEXANDER POV I waited impatiently while the doctor spoke with Madison and the doctor assigned to her. I could hear her screaming at the top of her voice, trying to indicate her innocence.I didn’t want to be here. This was unnecessary and I didn’t like that I was here experiencing this. The two officers started towards me. I braced myself, waiting for them to tell me that I wasn’t needed.“She’s stable now, but I’m afraid we’ll have to come back later and ask questions,” the first officer said to me.I nodded, waiting for the bomb. “So what am I still doing here?”“You can leave, but we’re just informing you since you’re responsible for her.”“How am I responsible for her?” I glanced between the both of them, highly suspicious. “I already gave my statement and everything. I don’t have to be here.”“You’re the father of her baby,” the first officer pointed out. “You’re somewhat responsible for her.”“How the hell am I… I’m not the father of her child!” I exclaimed. “We never even… it
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Chapter: One hundred and fortyISABELLA POV I froze, pressing the phone to my chest. Has she heard me? Oh god, what if Madison had heard me make that call?“Stay on the line, ma’am,” the phone operator’s voice broke through the silence. “We’ll be there shortly.”I quickly hung up, now sure that Madison had heard me. She cracked a long laughter as she slowly made her way to the cellar door, her wooden club making a thumping sound as she came, announcing her presence.“So this is where you hide,” she tainted. “Scared little Isabella. I thought you were brave, huh?”“What the actual hell.” I started to crawl deeper into the small room, looking for a place to hide. “Alex, why did you have to have the craziest people?!”I raised my phone to my face and quickly sent Alex a short text:“Help me contact the police. Madison is trying to kill me.”Madison hit the door aggressively with the wooden club, making me jump.“I’m coming in now!” She called. “I’m coming to end this once and for all.”This was a small space. If she
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Chapter: One hundred and thirty nineISABELLA POVOh, don’t give up! Don’t give up on me, baby...The song played from the radio. I sighed, dragging my luggage from the bedroom to the living room. The house was dead silent as a ghost, so quiet that I could hear my breathing. It felt like I was the only one alive.“Oh Edward…”My eyes landed on a small picture of him by the semi-long branch on the living room wall, where books and antiques hung. He looked younger then—back in college, just earning his degree. That was his happiest picture, the one he loved the most.“I’m sorry I ruined your life,” I murmured. “I wish I could take back the hands of time but…”But I wouldn’t want to go back.Meeting Alex is something I would never regret, and perhaps if I had not met Alex then, we wouldn’t have the relationship that we have now.“I messed everything up. This is all my fault.”Yeah, it might sound like a typical victim blaming, but I don’t feel so good right now. Imagine finding out that Edward had left the house to me and a
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