Chapter: Chapter 59: The Lantern Theatre Jade’s smile faded before it even had a chance to bloom. Why was it so difficult? To forget… Her chest felt tight, constricted, like she was swallowing ice. More like, impossible. But she couldn’t let herself crumble—not now. Not in front of him. Not in front of anyone. The sting behind her eyes warned her: tears were too close. Too close. She swallowed hard, forcing them back. If Kain couldn’t accept that whatever they had… whatever sparks had flown… was over, she had only one option left. Ice. Cold. Hard to reach. Her gaze dropped to her wrist. The bracelet. The heirloom Kain had given her—the weight of it heavy, metallic, significant. It caught the faint light in the car, glinting insistently. Her fingers itched to twist it off, to hold it one last time before Scarlett could ever see it, before it became another problem she couldn’t fix. I’ll return it. Soon. Before it burns another bridge. Before it burns me. Her bodyguard’s presence beside her was a r
Last Updated: 2026-02-12
Chapter: Chapter 58: LumièreA soft, dangerous thought whispered: maybe he’s just being kind. Celebrating my freedom. That had to be it.She swallowed, trembling, sliding into the plush leather seat. Rich leather, faint cologne, quiet authority—him—enveloped her like a promise she wasn’t allowed to touch yet.The bodyguard shut the door. The city blurred past, leaving only the hum of the engine and her racing heart.“Almost there,” the man said over his shoulder. Her stomach fluttered. A bird trapped in ribs. Wait. Trust. Or am I too tired to fight fate again?The car slowed.Her jaw dropped.Glass towers of shimmering crystal reflected the sunlight like molten diamonds.Lumière.The most exclusive fashion house in New York. Celebrities glided past, gowns flowing, tuxedos sharp, air heavy with polished marble, fresh flowers, subtle perfume.This couldn’t be real.Sneakers clicked softly against marble. Heart hammering like a drumline. Her reflection caught her—messy hair, flushed cheeks, trembling hands. Raw. Un
Last Updated: 2026-02-11
Chapter: Chapter 57: Release Day “Congratulations, Miss Miller. Today is your release day.” The words cut through the dim cell, sharp and sudden, like sunlight slicing through iron bars. Jade jerked upright on the narrow bed, the thin mattress creaking beneath her. Her pulse slammed so hard it echoed in her ears. “Today?” Her voice cracked. She pushed herself up on her elbows, eyes darting to the calendar scratched into the wall. “You mean… now?” “Yes. Pack up.” The guard’s tone was flat, clipped, final. Fear clenched her chest—icy, suffocating—but then hope hit, hot and wild, a tidal wave smashing through every frozen corner of her heart. Freedom. The word burned on her tongue—sweet, electric, alive. Her lashes fluttered as tears pricked her eyes. She swallowed hard, forcing a trembling smile. Trembling. Disbelieving. Terrifyingly real. “Good… morning,” she whispered, barely audible, afraid to shatter the fragile bubble of possibility. Her cellmate, lean and wiry, with chestnut waves brushing her shou
Last Updated: 2026-02-10
Chapter: WHAT’S HOT?#☕️Preview X Recap❤️ ───────────────────────── Hi, lovely readers! This is not an official chapter, but a special little treat for those who can’t wait for the next update, plus a short recap to refresh your memory and keep the story vivid. I hope it excites you and gives you something fresh to enjoy in the meantime. Drop your thoughts. This is a safe space. Happy reading ✨✨✨❤️ ❤️PREVIEW: ───────────────────────── Chapter 57: “Congratulations, Miss Miller. Today is your release day.” The words cut through the dim cell, sharp and sudden, like sunlight slicing through iron bars. Jade jerked upright on the narrow bed, the thin mattress creaking beneath her. Her pulse slammed so hard it echoed in her ears. “Today?” Her voice cracked. She pushed herself up on her elbows, eyes darting to the calendar scratched into the wall. “You mean… now?” “Yes. Pack up.” The guard’s tone was flat, clipped, final. Fear clenched her chest—icy, suffocating—but then hope hit, hot
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Chapter: Chapter 56: Scarlett’s UltimatumHer dyed auburn hair slicked into a tight low bun. Gray jeans hugging every line of her leg, ripped at the knee. Black top, fitted and sharp. LV handbag resting against her arm—untouchable. Untamed. Untamedly hers. His heart thumped. Wrong. Uneven. Loud. Had she seen him like that? On his knees. Breaking. Confessing what no one was supposed to hear? Space between them pulsed. She lifted the sunglasses. Eyes—sharp, cold, glittering, unreadable—cut straight through him. . . “I’ve been looking for you all this while,” Scarlett said, voice smooth, edged with sarcasm. Dangerous. “…And yet—here you are, talking to a…” Her lips curved slowly, deliberately. “…little boy.” She let the words hang. Then, almost lightly, “Sorry I had to strong-arm Mario into telling me where you were. If he gets punished… that’s on me. Don’t fire him on my behalf.” Kain stood slowly. His jaw tightened. His hands curled at his sides. “What do you want, Scarlett?” His voice was low, sharp, cold—li
Last Updated: 2026-02-03
Chapter: Chapter 55: Two And A Half HoursHer face pressed into his chest, tears soaking through his shirt, hot and unstoppable. “I’m here,” he said quietly, steady even as something burned in his chest. “I’ve got you. You’re not alone.” She clung to him like he was the only solid thing left. And for once, he didn’t push her away. ~LATER Kain walked the lawyer into the corridor. Hospital lights buzzed overhead. The air smelled like disinfectant and waiting. “Thank you,” Kain said. “For everything.” “There’s one thing left,” the lawyer replied. “Her clearance forms.” “I’ll have them signed.” The lawyer shook his head. “That won’t be possible, Mr. Wolf. Only a family member can.” Kain’s jaw tightened. “They’ve already been sent,” the lawyer continued. “To her sister. And her aunt.” . . “No response,” the lawyer said, his voice flat. “She has no one else,” Kain replied, low and steady. “Her sister won’t sign. There’s… tension.” “There’s no other option,” the lawyer said softly, then hesitated. “Unless… you’re fa
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Chapter: Chapter 33A month ago:As I stand here, silently observing the world as it continues to turn around me, a profound and a somber ache takes root in the depths of my chest. Each passing moment serves as a stark reminder of the stark contrast between their lives and mine. They stride through their days unburdened, pursuing their aspirations with a sense of freedom that eludes me. Meanwhile, I find myself ensnared within the confines of a reality that I never wished for nor chose.“Every day, the yearning within me intensifies, an insatiable hunger for something more. I long to shatter the shackles that my family's expectations have placed upon me. I burn with the desire to chase my passions, to venture into unexplored territories, and to infuse vitality into the dreams that haunt my restless nights. Yet, every step I take seems like a battle, an unending struggle against the oppressive weight of their demands and the chains of tradition that bind me,” I reflect, my thoughts continuing to echo in t
Last Updated: 2024-01-02
Chapter: Chapter 32As the layers between them fell away, Leon's gaze traveled over the contours of her body, a smoldering intensity that seemed to set her aflame. "Take off your heels," he ordered, the words punctuated by his gaze that held her captive. With each action, Ava's daring seemed to grow, an unwavering assertion of her presence and her desire.Finally, the moment arrived, an apex of audacity and vulnerability that neither of them could escape. "Take everything off." The command, issued with a mixture of command and curiosity, hung in the air like a challenge that Ava met with a resolute gaze. She stared into his eyes, a silent understanding passing between them, a recognition that they were both testing the boundaries of their attraction.And then, as fabric fell to the floor and inhibitions were stripped away, a silence descended, heavy with unspoken desire. Leon's closeness was intoxicating, his scent mingling with the charged air that enveloped them. Ava's heart raced, the thudding rhythm
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Chapter: Chapter 31As she ventured further, the silence of the mansion's interior seemed to envelop her, the grandeur of the surroundings both captivating and imposing. Her gaze roved, searching for the man who had effortlessly dominated her thoughts, her emotions inextricably linked to his enigmatic presence.In the dimly lit expanse of the mansion, Leon's movements remained unhurried as he poured himself a drink, the liquid glinting in the ambient light. Although his posture was seemingly nonchalant, his senses were attuned to the slightest shift in the environment. He sensed Ava's presence, her arrival a palpable shift in the air, even before she had made herself known. His voice, rich and layered, broke the silence with an observation that echoed his own intrigue. "You are one brave kid, aren't you?" The words, laced with a mixture of amusement and curiosity, seemed to hang in the air like a challenge.With each step that brought him closer to her, the layers of mystery that shrouded him seemed to d
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Chapter: Chapter 30Ava met his gaze, her eyes steadfast and resolute. "I want to get to know you better," she confessed, her words carrying the weight of her determination. With a half-smile that revealed a touch of enigma, Leon responded, "Be careful what you wish for.... It will cost you."The words hung in the air, a subtle challenge that resonated with the promises and mysteries that had woven their paths together. The masked ball had become more than an event; it was a turning point, a juncture where their worlds converged and diverged, each step they took on the dance floor reflective of the journey that lay ahead.Drawing on her own well of courage, Ava took the initiative, flipping the script as her curiosity drove her to voice the question that had lingered in the recesses of her thoughts. With a steadiness that belied the racing of her heart, she inquired, her unwavering gaze fixed upon him, "Why did you agree to go out with me?" The weight of her query hung in the air, a palpable undercurren
Last Updated: 2023-12-23
Chapter: Chapter 29There he stood, clad in a manner that effortlessly exuded charm and authority. It was as if time itself paused, allowing her to take in the sight before her. The man who had captured her thoughts and ignited her curiosity was now standing before her, a living embodiment of her dreams. As their eyes met, a palpable connection formed — an unspoken understanding that held promises yet to be revealed.In that fleeting moment, Ava's nervousness was replaced by a sense of wonder, and the discomfort she had felt vanished in the wake of his presence. The ambiance of the event now seemed to bend and mold itself around them, cocooning them in a world of intrigue and possibility. With his words still hanging in the air, they were poised at the precipice of an encounter that would forever alter the course of their destinies.A month ago :Positioning himself gracefully before Ava, Leon donned a coy smile that exuded an irresistible allure, a beguiling charm that effortlessly seized her undivided
Last Updated: 2023-12-23
Chapter: Chapter 28In this intricate web of longing and uncertainty, the world had taken on an ephemeral quality, reduced to a backdrop for her yearning. Time flowed with the pulse of notifications, and each ding, each buzz, carried the potential to shift her reality. As the days melded into nights and then back into days, Ava's existence became intertwined with the device that held the key to a door she desperately wished to open.Her phone, once a constant companion and harbinger of anticipation, became a weight in her hand. The persistent staring yielded to a sense of resignation, a realization that the insistent vigilance was claiming too much of her mental real estate. The hope she held onto like a fragile flame was gradually extinguished by the relentless passage of time.It was in the midst of one such early midday, as the sun stretched its rays across the sky, that the familiar ringtone pierced the air. The screen flickered with an unknown number, a digitized beacon in the sea of uncertainty. Un
Last Updated: 2023-12-12
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