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Johny strode into the room with long, purposeful steps, Amanda following closely behind, struggling to keep up. Without hesitation, he pushed the door open with a sharp jolt. Ariel flinched at the sudden intrusion, her pulse quickening as she lifted her gaze. She looked up from the bed, her heart pounding as Johny stood at the doorway, his presence felt heavy, intense.Amanda right behind him, her arms crossed in curiosity. “Ariel…” His voice was calm—too calm. Yet, there was something intimidating about the way he said her name. His intense gaze locked onto her, pinning her in place, as if trying to pull the truth straight from her mind. “Who saved you last night?” The question sent a jolt through her spine. Amanda’s brows furrowed at the question. “Saved?” she murmured, clearly caught off guard. “What happened?” She questioned. “She was kidnapped yesterday,” Johny said, his jaw tightening, his gaze still locked on Ariel. “But before I and my team got there, she ha
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In another part of the great Las Vegas city, stood tall a company, at the centre of the city. With a big Alpha label sculpted at the front of it. Unlike Lucas Corporation, which remained under Mr. Lucas's control, Alpha was entirely Alexander Lucas’s creation—a powerhouse that operated independently from his family’s influence. The headquarters stood as a modern architectural masterpiece, towering over the city skyline with its sleek, dark-tinted glass exterior. Inside was a grand hall, with the interiors of a kingdom-like. Employees moved with disciplined focus, their attire immaculate, their demeanor professional. There was no room for distractions, no room for mistakes. Every individual was handpicked, and each department ran like a well-oiled machine. The entire corporation was a reflection of its owner—ruthless, methodical, and always one step ahead. At the very top of the skyscraper, past a set of reinforced double doors, was Alexander’s office. The Office of a Kin
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The next morning. The television screen flashed with urgent headlines, the newsroom buzzing with speculation and uncertainty. “Lucas Enterprises Faces Crisis as Shareholders Begin Mass Withdrawal.” Johny sat in his office, his fingers pressed together as he watched the live broadcast. The financial analyst on screen spoke in a grave tone, her expression severe. “Following the sudden death of Kenneth Vaughan, a key stakeholder in Lucas Enterprises, uncertainty has spread among investors. Several high-profile shareholders have begun withdrawing their stakes, citing instability and potential financial risks. Market analysts predict that if the Lucas family does not take swift action, the company’s stock could face a severe downturn.” The screen shifted to a video clip outside the Lucas Enterprises headquarters, where journalists crowded at the entrance, cameras flashing, microphones raised. “The company has yet to release an official statement, but sources claim that tensions
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The room froze.Every camera turned, every eye locked onto the source of that voice.And then—he stepped into view.Alexander Lucas.Tall. Straight. Composed. Unrushed. The kind of presence that demanded attention without needing to raise a finger.His suit—ruthlessly tailored, black as midnight—only amplified his authority. Not a single hair out of place, not a trace of hesitation in his measured steps. He walked with the quiet confidence of a man who had never needed permission to take control of any room he entered.Reporters murmured underneath, the tension shifted, thickened, as if the very air recalibrated itself around him.At the podium, Johny’s grip tightened.Alexander didn’t even spare him a glance. Instead, his sharp, unreadable gaze swept the room, calculating, assessing, deciding—before settling on the journalist who had dared to ask the question.Even the questioner felt the effortless grip on her soul, her palms became sweaty as the almighty Alexander’s cold gaze fixa
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Johny’s penthouse was steeped in silence, the kind that only came in the late hours when everyone had surrendered to sleep. Ariel had been no exception. Curled beneath the soft duvet, exhaustion had finally claimed her. The day had been long, draining, filled with thoughts she wished she could escape. But just as sleep had fully settled over her, a sudden noise shattered the quiet. A sharp voice. A crash. Muffled weak scolding. Her brows furrowed, without opening her eyes. Another sound followed—closer this time. Slurred words mixing with the unmistakable shuffle of unsteady footsteps. Then she opened her eyes in curiosity. She sat up, her heart picking up pace. What's happening? She thought inwardly. Throwing the covers aside, she swung her legs over the edge of the bed and stood, padding toward the door. A sense of unease coiled in her stomach as she made her way down the dimly lit corridor and descended the grand staircase. The sight that greeted her at the botto
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A faint thud echoed in Johny’s skull as he stirred awake. The golden morning light bled through the curtains, too bright, too intrusive for his style. He winced, forcing his heavy eyelids open, his body sluggish from the remnants of sleep.Had he slept so long like this in years? He slowly opened his eyes, exhaled slowly, but as he turned his head, his entire body went rigid. Ariel was sleeping peacefully beside him. Her shining blonde hair spilled acrossed the bed spread, strands catching the sunlight. Her breathing was soft and even, her lips slightly parted. There was something almost surreal about her—like a sleeping beauty caught in a moment of stillness.Johny's eyebrows furrowed at the sight. His mind raised with questions of why she was sleeping beside him. What the hell happened last night? He thought inwardly. Then a flash of how he got home struck his mind.Then memories flashed through his mind—stumbling through the front door, the scent of jasmine, a soft voice callin
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Blackwood Estate The iron gates of Blackwood Estate stood tall, their heavy design both elegant and unwelcoming. A long, winding driveway stretched beyond them, lined with towering trees that cast long shadows over the path. Hidden motion sensors were discreetly placed along the driveway, in the gardens, and against the estate walls, detecting even the slightest movement at night. The estate itself was massive—a dark, imposing structure that loomed against the sky, built more for privacy than comfort. Infrared cameras watched from strategic points, feeding live footage directly to Alexander’s system and his security team. Every inch of the property was designed to keep people out, reinforced by an electric fence running along the outer perimeter. The current was subtle—not lethal, but enough to incapacitate an intruder who dared to test its limits. The mansion’s tinted windows gave nothing away, reflecting the world back at it. Its stone walls, cold and gripping, made it clear
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Gerald’s eyebrows raised slightly. “Is that any way to greet your… uncle?" Alexander didn't respond, his gaze intensely fixed on the old man. Gerald sighed, as if disappointed by the lack of response. “It seems even the mighty Alexander Lucas can be pulled into the messiness of… emotions.” Gerald said, as a wide smirk played on his lips. A flicker of something dark passed through Alexander’s expression. Gerald saw it and smiled. “I must admit,” Gerald said, "I found it rather curious. You and Johny aren’t exactly the picture of brotherly love. And yet…" He spread his hands. “There you were. Playing the hero.” He tapped his chin, pretending to ponder. "Unless, of course, it wasn’t about Johny at all." Alexander remained still; he didn't take the bait. “You see… It’s just unusual.” He paused, savoring the tension in the air. "The infamous Alexander Lucas—Las Vegas’s most unattainable bachelor—storming in to rescue a woman." "And you didn’t just go after her. You went after her f
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“I am Max.” Kelvin lied and rose to his feet.Max's face contorted in surprise. “Wait, you're Max too?”Kelvin shrugged nonchalantly. “Yeah, we're Max together, stuck together, aren't we?”Max chuckled softly, “I didn't know you were Max too.”“That's because I didn't tell you, my bad. Grandmother gave me that name. Quite a lovely name, isn't it?” He smiled.Max grinned, the little boy as happy as a clam.“We should leave; it's getting late. Why's your sister Anya always late anyway?” Kelvin asked.“She must be cooking,” Max said with a small smile. “Her food is always delicious; will you have lunch with us?”Kevin's lips thinned flatly as he thought of how to reply. “Perhaps, someday,” he finally replied.Max grinned, “I am so glad you're going to meet her; she's so lovely. I'm sure she'll be happy to meet you too.” Kelvin returned his bright smile.They entered the worn-out car he borrowed from an old man two weeks ago, paying him twice the car money.The thing was, he needed to st
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It's closing time at Max School. The children were happily bouncing their way home, their parents or aides carrying their backpacks and lunchboxes for them.Like every other child, Max was also grinning ear to ear as he bounced his way home.But unlike the other children, he wasn't accompanied by a parent or aide. Instead, it was Kelvin—his support teacher assigned to him by his class teacher.And now, he was escorting him back home.As they strolled home, the warm sunlight cast long shadows behind them.Kelvin nodded toward a cluster of boys taunting a younger child, the sound of their snickering and teasing echoing through the air.“You see that boy crying over there?” Kelvin gestured towards the group of boys surrounding the younger child.They were bullying the boy, who seemed quite younger than they were.They were kicking him and laughing so hard at his predicament.And now that they were leaving, he couldn't stop crying.Max's face lit up with a mix of surprise and curiosity. “
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Luis swallowed his composure on the edge of shattering into pieces. “She means everything to me,” he whispered, his voice cracking with emotion.Ricardo's voice cracked into a mocking laugh. “Yeah, that's what I said too after my second divorce. Fathering someone else's child all my miserable life, Ricardo blurted like it's nothing, his voice devoid of any emotion.Luis tilted his head a little, surprise and a little curiosity etched on his face, before he looked away with disinterest.“Want to…”“I don't want to hear your little story, Ricardo; all I'm interested in is finding Ariel. There's no way I'm believing that shit you told me.”Ricardo sighed, and his parting shot was a final blow to Luis. “I… was going to say, want to know how long they've been fucking? Google it; she's Ariel Lucas now.” Luis's eyes flashed with anger, but he managed to keep his cool.“That last name is heavyweight,” Ricardo added and started to walk away but turned back to Luis.“One last thing, I want my p
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Luis strode into La Belle Boutique, its opulent interior bustling with customers chatting with the attendees.The air was thick with the scent of designer perfumes and the soft hum of hushed conversations.Luis was looking ever so elegant in his black tailored suit, his broad shoulders accentuating its flawless fit.He was carrying a sizable briefcase, his gaze fixed intently on the future as he navigated through the crowd with ease straight to Elena's office.He knocked, and Elena's melodious voice invited him in. “Yes, come in.” Luis entered, dropping the suitcase onto the table with a soft thud. His eyes locked on Elena, who lounged in her chair, sipping wine with an air of nonchalance.She wasn't the only one in the room, though; a young man was sitting across from her, enriching each other's company with a bottle of wine.Matteo—Elena's partner in crime and lover too.“You've become ever so dutiful, Luis,” Matteo sneered, a smug smile twisting his lips. “Heard you're looking for
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Alex sat in his worn, everyday chair, surrounded by the familiar comforts of his office.His desk, typically cluttered, was tidy and organized, with documents neatly stacked and aligned, giving the impression that it had been touched for days.A lone ashtray on the edge of the desk held a smoldering cigarette, its thin stream of smoke curling lazily into the air. And a cup of whiskey was sitting right beside the ashtray.His eyes were closed, fingers steepled, head bent subtly as if whispering a silent prayer.He wasn't sleeping—or perhaps he couldn't.Memories of Ariel flooded his mind, taking over his sanity in a very drastic way that he couldn't figure out.It was so unfortunate that he had searched for her all over the world, and when he finally found her, she was tied to her brother.The most painful part was she couldn't recognize him.A low growl rumbled in Alex's throat. “Asshole,” he murmured, his jaw clenched at the thought of Ariel sharing a room with Johnny.His nerves spi
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The morning sun cast a golden hue over Mr. Gerald's villa, but the light did little to soften the dark intentions brewing around it. Mr. Gerald sat on the grand balcony of his villa, sipping his morning tea with a satisfied smirk tugging at his lips.The message had reached him moments ago that Johny had acted just as he predicted."A reckless fool," he murmured, swirling the tea in his cup. "So easy to control.”He leaned back in his chair, eyes gleaming with anticipation. The boy had no idea he was walking straight into a trap. He mused inwardly. A deep, guttural laugh rumbled from his throat as he envisioned the chaos that was about to unfold."Oh, Johny," he muttered, "I knew you would take the bait.”He set his cup down with a quiet clink, his fingers drumming against the polished wood of the table. The satisfaction of seeing Johny so desperate, so predictable—it was intoxicating.But amid his amusement, a spark of irritation crossed his mind.His jaw tightened. The thought of
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Johny remained calm in his seat, though his patience hung by a fragile thread. He inhaled slowly, forcing his fury to settle in his chest like a smoldering fire.“Ariel… I need you to calm down.”Her head snapped up, disbelief flashing in her eyes. Her pulse pounded against her throat. “You need me to calm down? Did you even hear yourself?”Johny’s grip tightened around the armrest, his knuckles turned white. His voice dipped lower, dangerously controlled. “Ariel… do you loathe me that much?”The question settled between them, making the air thick and suffocating.Silence rained in the room. “Ariel, answer me.” His tone sharpened and demanding.She swallowed hard, the dryness in her throat scraping like sandpaper. “I don’t hate you, but sleeping in your room was never part of our agreement. Do you realize you’re breaching the contract?”“I know… but things have changed.” His voice was deceptively soft, yet his gaze burned with intent. “We need to act like a real couple now. Like we’r
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The midnight air was cool, a soft breeze whistling through Ariel’s open window. Yet, despite the crisp air, her body burned with an unbearable heat. A feverish sensation churned in her stomach, sweat forming at her temple.The discomfort stirred her awake. Her heavy-lidded eyes blinked open, staring blankly at the ceiling. She took in a slow breath, hoping the night air would soothe her, but it did nothing to suppress the heat surging through her.She exhaled weakly, then pushed the blanket aside and stepped out of bed. She made her way to the kitchen. Maybe a glass of cold water would help.Standing at the counter, she took a slow sip; the cool liquid slid down her throat, calming the burning sensation from her stomach. As she absentmindedly rubbed her palm over her neck, a sharp pain shot through her skin, making her wince.Memories of last night flooded her mind.Was this the kind of man he had always been?Had she done something to provoke him?Ariel swallowed the questions cre
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The Lucas estate was silent; nature had claimed everyone. But hidden deep within the mansion’s corridors, away from prying eyes, was Amanda’s private lounge.It was an exclusive intimate space, furnished in rich velvet and deep wood. Crystal chandeliers cast a warm golden glow, reflecting off the dark liquor bottles in the corner bar. Heavy drapes framed the tall windows, allowing just enough moonlight to intrude in. The faint scent of jasmine and aged whiskey lingered in the air, mingling with something more elusive—the quiet hum of heavy intimacy clung in the air. Here, Amanda was, in a nightgown that was tied perfectly around her body, not revealing much yet intimating. And in the room was also seated, Dr. Richard. Richard leaned back in his chair, whiskey in hand, watching as Amanda poured herself a glass of wine. She moved with effortless grace, her silk nightgown draping over her figure, concealed beneath a luxurious robe.She was flawless, even in her most private moments.
