Stealing My Sister's Fiancee
Maya de Cruz is at the lowest point of her life—her career is in ruins, her uncaring family has her backed into a corner, and her past continues to haunt her.
In the depths of her despair, Maya’s world tilts when Aaric Salvaterre Bernardi—her ex boyfriend, now her sister’s fiancé—appears with an offer too tempting to resist, one that could either save her or destroy everything she once held dear.
Aaric, with his deadly charm and power to subdue anyone, drags Maya back into the web of his dangerous world.
What begins as a risky deal slowly turns into a seductive and inescapable game of desire. Maya struggles to suppress the emotions slowly invading her heart, but Aaric's undeniable magnetism pulls her deeper into his orbit. Every glance, every word, unravels her defenses, leaving her at war with a dilemma that threatens to shatter her principles and pride.
Amidst a swirl of intrigue and dark secrets that are increasingly revealed, Maya finds herself at the crossroads between a burning forbidden love and the threat of losing herself.
As reason gives way to desire, a single question lingers like a haunting melody: will Maya dare to risk it all for the man who shattered her world, yet awakened a flame within her she thought had long died?
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Chapter: XXV : Bitter CoffeeThe morning sunlight pierced through the cracks in the curtains, warming my skin and waking me up gently.I blinked, taking a long breath before finally reaching for my phone on the nightstand. The clock on the screen showed 8 am.And Aaric wasn't here.I didn't know if that was good or bad, but I didn't want to think about it now.I sat on the edge of the bed, letting my body adjust from the residual sleepiness that still hung around. Last night, after our argument at the dinner table, I chose to go to my room and go straight to bed.I was too tired to continue arguing about how he was trying to control me again. And, as it turned out, I could sleep well.Maybe it was because I was tired, or maybe it was because the air in this house differed from the air in my apartment, which was full of city noise.I got up slowly, walking towards the balcony directly connected to the bedroom. I opened the sliding glass door, and the breeze immediately greeted my face.I stare at the scenery in fr
Last Updated: 2025-02-12
Chapter: XXIV : Don’t Tell Me What to DoI stepped out of the room, not intending to dress up.I don't care.It's just dinner. In my house. Or, rather, the house that Aaric forced to be my house.So, I would dress as comfortably as possible, without caring if he liked it or not.I wore loose black boxers and an oversized T-shirt that fell past my thighs. My long, thick, brown hair was tangled up on top of my head, a few strands falling around my face, but I didn't bother to tidy it up.In addition, I wore round glasses that I rarely wore except when I was too lazy to put in contact lenses. My vision was a little myopic, and tonight, I chose not to try any more than necessary.With lazy steps, I descended to the first floor.This house is too big, and I haven't even explored everything yet. But at least I know where the kitchen and dining room are.When I arrived at the dining room, I found Aaric sitting there.He wore an expensive-looking black sweater and dark jeans that sat perfectly on his body. His usually neatly styled h
Last Updated: 2025-02-12
Chapter: Defying the DevilMy heart beating fast, my breathing getting heavy.No, I won't.I will not stay here.I looked at Aaric, who was still standing calmly as if he knew I would take all this for granted. He was dead wrong.Without thinking, I turned around and started running towards the highway. My feet quickly hit the small cobblestone street, the coastal wind hitting my face, and my hair flew wildly. The highway was a bit far from here, but if I could be fast enough, I could call Megan or Ashley to pick me up.I heard footsteps behind me.Of course.I bit my lip, dashing even though my heels were stinging the skin on my feet. I knew Aaric. He wouldn't let anything get out of his control, and I had just done the thing he disliked the most. Defying him.His footsteps were getting closer.I had almost reached the end of this private road when something strong gripped my waist. I let out a small cry, my body lifted off the ground in an instant. "Let go of me!"He didn't answer.Within seconds, I was slung
Last Updated: 2025-02-10
Chapter: XXII : No Way OutAs soon as I sat in the passenger seat, I leaned my head against the window, ignoring how expensive the interior of this car was and how comfortable the seats were. I was too tired to think about anything, let alone engage Aaric in the usual verbal sparring.The car drove smoothly out of the studio area, the street lights of Los Angeles creating long shadows along the dashboard. For the first few minutes, Aaric didn't say anything. He just focused on the road with one hand on the steering wheel and the other resting casually on his armrest.I closed my eyes, hoping he would leave me alone for the rest of the road."Who is he?"But, of course, that was impossible.Aaric's voice is calm, but I could feel the hidden interest behind it.I opened my eyes slowly, glancing up at him. "Who?"He didn't answer immediately, but I could see how his jaw tightened slightly before he finally spoke again."The guy you were with."I blinked. I leaned back into the chair, looking at him calmly. "Daniel
Last Updated: 2025-02-09
Chapter: XXI : Lines Blurred, AgainThe air inside the car felt cooler than the Los Angeles heat outside. I leaned my head against the window, letting the air conditioner wash over my slightly sweaty skin after a busy day of shifting schedules."I don't understand how you survive with such a busy schedule," Megan commented when she opened the lunch box and handed it to me.I accepted the box lazily, opened the lid, and sighed softly as the warm aroma of chicken katsu and sauce greeted my nose."I don't get it either," I muttered, taking a piece of chicken and popping it into my mouth.Megan chuckled. "At least eat before you pass out. I don't want to deal with Ashley if you collapse halfway through."I just mumbled in response, too tired to reply with anything longer.I let my mind drift momentarily while enjoying my lunch in the quietly moving car. I should feel satisfied with how things are going. A tight schedule means my career is back on track, but something inside my chest still feels... tight.The world kept spi
Last Updated: 2025-02-08
Chapter: XX : The Comeback GameThe night is getting late.The city lights of Los Angeles still glowed outside my apartment window, but my eyes were already getting heavy. I sat on the sofa, my body almost sinking into it, while my fingers lazily flipped through the pages of the script I'd been studying.My character in this movie wasn't easy to play. Her emotions were complex, and the betrayal she experienced was deep, and I had to make sure that I could convey it appropriately.However, the longer I tried to focus, the more the letters on the paper seemed to blur in my eyes.Across the room, Aaric sat casually in a chair, one hand playing with his phone while the other clutched a half-empty wine glass. He had finished the cheese omelet I had cooked for him and was now busy talking in a low voice on the phone.I didn't know who he was talking to, but from his calm but firm tone of voice, I could guess that it was something serious. Business.I let him do what he wants.I was too sleepy to care.I closed my manuscri
Last Updated: 2025-02-06
Our Baby Twins
Raquel Renaud has spent her entire life overshadowed by the brilliance of her younger sister, Camille—the epitome of beauty and perfection. Raquel has long accepted her role as the family's overlooked daughter, enduring subtle humiliations and a constant sense of inadequacy.
When her parents arrange her marriage to Alvaro Bernardi, a strikingly handsome and wildly ambitious businessman, Raquel dares to hope that this union might finally grant her a life of purpose and love.
To Alvaro, Raquel is just a tool to fulfill his family's obligations. He hates her—her looks, her existence, even her audacity to love him.
Alvaro’s contempt turns to betrayal when Raquel discovers the cruelest truth: Alvaro is having an affair with Camille, her younger sister. The betrayal shatters Raquel to her core. With her heart in ruins, she walks away from the wreckage of her marriage, keeping one devastating secret: she’s pregnant with twins.
Five years later, Raquel returns—not as the woman once overlooked and discarded, but as a force to be reckoned with. Her beauty, strength, and newfound grace now turn heads, leaving everyone who once dismissed her in awe.
Beneath her dazzling transformation, Raquel hides the wounds of a past that refuses to heal. When fate thrusts her back into the path of Alvaro—a man now consumed by the weight of his past mistakes—and Camille, who has woven herself deeply into Alvaro’s life, old secrets begin to unravel, threatening to tear everything apart.
In a world where love is laced with regret and revenge, Raquel must fight her fiercest battle yet: to protect herself, her children, and the fragile happiness she’s painstakingly built. Will the ghosts of her past rise to destroy her, or will she finally take control and emerge victorious in the story of her own life?
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Chapter: The Ghost in the Room“Don't be naughty when Mama's busy, okay? If you need anything, just ask Brodie.”“Can I ask for an iPad and a toy?!” Matilda's eyes lit up.I squatted in front of Matteo and Matilda, smoothing Matilda's slightly messy hair with a smile. “Ipads and toys are not ‘needs’, Tilly,” I said softly, pinching her nose, immediately making her giggle. “I will be gone for a while, you have to promise not to trouble Brodie, okay?”Matteo nodded seriously, but I could see his eyes glancing at Harry, who stood behind me with a relaxed expression.“If Brodie allows it, how about it?” Matteo asked, his voice full of anticipation.Harry chuckled softly, leaning against the doorway with his arms crossed over his chest. “I always allow it if it's something reasonable,” he said teasingly, then looked at me. “So, is there a list of special instructions, Ms. Marsh?”“Nothing in particular. Just make sure they eat lunch and dinner on time, no snacks before bed, and—” I turned to them who were already making
Last Updated: 2025-01-10
Chapter: Past Stitches, Present GlitchesIt was still eleven a.m when I leaned my head back on the chair at the back of my boutique. The clockwork on the wall ticked softly, providing a soothing rhythm amidst the room's stillness.My handcrafted dresses hung neatly all around, each exuding an elegance that made me feel proud, but they also reminded me of the heavy responsibility I had to bear.I closed my eyes briefly, trying to shake off the fatigue that gripped my body after the long interview. But instead of peace, my mind is filled with plans for tomorrow's big catwalk in Hollywood. I know sleeping here is not a wise choice, but my body is too tired to care.A small chuckle sounded faintly in the distance, followed by a cheerful babble that got closer. I furrowed my brows and opened my eyes slowly but remained silent and listening.“Look! That's the dress Mama made last week!” Matteo's voice sounded admiring.“Yes, but I prefer the one with the beads,” Matilda replied cheerfully.“But this dress has cool lace, Tilly,” Ma
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Chapter: Raquel Marsh UnveiledThe sound of the waves slowly faded as the car drove off the cobblestone road onto the main road. Morning light peeked through the trees, illuminating the deserted highway.In the front seat, Matteo hummed happily to the song on the radio, his squeaky voice making Harry chuckle as he adjusted the wheel.“Matteo, a little lower. It's not a concert,” Harry said jokingly, his eyes glancing at the little boy sitting upright in the passenger seat in a bright blue jacket.“But I could be a rockstar if I wanted to!” Matteo grinned widely, combing his short hair with his tiny fingers to look cool. “You know that, Brody?”Harry chuckled, replying casually, “Of course, Theo. But don't forget, rockstars still must go to school.”I was busy braiding Matilda's hair in the back, trying to hold back my laughter at their conversation. Matilda's curly hair was always a challenge, but today, she seemed more patient—at least until she started talking again.“Rockstar? Matteo can't be a rockstar. He can'
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Chapter: Dresses and DreamsFive Years Later. The room was filled with soft light that bounced off the tall glass walls, giving it an airy and elegant feel.In the center stood a mannequin in a dress that looked like a work of art. It had layers of floating silk fabric and beads that sparkled like stars. The dress was unfinished, but it already exuded undeniable luxury and elegance.I stood in front of the mannequin, intently watching every detail. My fingers touched the fabric, fixing the slight crease at the waist before I stepped back to look at it from a different angle. My boots clicked softly on the smooth wooden floor, and a sound drowned out in the low rumble of my team's discussion behind me."Add a little more volume at the bottom," I say, more to myself than to anyone else.But one of my assistants, Grace, notes it right away. She's always alert, and so are the others. My team, little family, the ones who always believed in my vision, even when I doubted myself at times.I took a deep breath, feeling
Last Updated: 2024-12-25
Chapter: Raindrops and RuinsWhen I stood in front of Harry's apartment door, the rain had stopped.The sky was still dark from the overcast, and the bone-chilling cold wind made my body tremble. But that's not what made me feel like I was going to collapse. It wasn't what made my hands tremble as I clutched the cloth bag at my side.It was the pain that constantly gnawed at my chest, shaking every joint until I could barely stand.I knocked on the door three times, barely making a sound. I knew Becca and Anna were inside, waiting for me with hope. Maybe they were laughing, imagining me coming in with a smile full of happiness because of the surprise lunch they'd encouraged me to have. But they don't know—nobody knows how broken I am right now.The door opens slightly, and Becca's face appears. Her hair is disheveled, but her smile is wide, as always."Ky! You finally—" She stopped, her smile vanishing instantly as her eyes caught mine.I couldn't speak. My lips trembled violently, and the tears I had been holdin
Last Updated: 2024-12-25
Chapter: A Table Set for OneThe rain still falls heavily, its rhythm hitting the large dining room window like a knock on my nerves. The warm scent of osso buco fills the air, mingling with the fragrance of the vanilla candle I've chosen especially for tonight.I glanced at the wall clock for the umpteenth time—it was twenty minutes past eight.He's late. But Alvaro always comes home, doesn't he? He always strides in with his cold, unwavering way, making my heart pound even though I know he never sees me.I check the dining table once more. The small candles were perfectly lit, and the tablecloth was straight without a single crease. I even matched the position of the forks and knives like I'd seen in a fancy restaurant. It may be silly, but I wanted everything to look perfect, though I knew I was far from it myself.The image of myself in the window, my fat body, was there.I move closer, looking at my face faintly reflected in the glass. My tangled black hair was now neatly styled and slicked back so as not to
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