"Is everything okay? I mean, is Professor Wellesley alright?" Adeline pressed.Professor McClone's expression softened slightly."As far as I know, yes. He's fine. Just a personal matter he needed to attend to," Professor McClone reassured.Adeline nodded, trying to hide her relief."Thank you, Prof
A hint of amusement laced his voice."She was talking about some thesis, but I guess it was an excuse," Professor McClone teased.Sebastian's mind racing, he smiled."Don't think too much, John. We were working on the Ashwood Heritage research. She wasn't lying," Sebastian clarified.Professor McClo
Sebastian's urgency to finish his unfinished work, which had been lingering due to his unexpected absence from class, led him to the college library, seeking specific books to catch up on his missed lessons.As he browsed through the shelves, his focus remained steadfast on his task, determined to m
"I was looking for a book," Sebastian said."A book?" Professor Fletcher raised an eyebrow."Yes, I thought Adeline might have left it here," Sebastian added.Professor Fletcher's expression turned knowing."Adeline? Ah, yes."He paused."She was here earlier," Professor Fletcher said.Sebastian's i
Time froze.Their eyes locked.And suddenly, the world around them melted away.Adeline's eyes widened as she took in Sebastian's familiar features.Sebastian's heart skipped a beat as he beheld Adeline's radiant smile.The air was charged with tension.Their lips parted in unison."Adeline," Sebast
Sebastian and Adeline stood facing each other, the tension between them palpable, heavy with unspoken emotions and unresolved conflicts that had lingered for far too long.Neither spoke; their eyes locked in a silent understanding that seemed to convey a thousand unuttered thoughts and feelings.Seb
Sebastian smiled, sitting beside her. "I brought someone to meet you."Avery's gaze shifted to Adeline."Hi," Adeline said, her voice gentle.Avery looked at Adeline with a curious expression and said, "We've met before."Adeline's brow furrowed. "Really? I don't recall."Avery nodded enthusiastical
Their gazes held, the air thick with emotion.In that moment, their connection solidified.No words were needed; their hearts spoke in perfect harmony."Please, sit," Sebastian said, gesturing to the couch. "I'll bring all the photos."Adeline smiled, nodding in appreciation. She settled into the pl
Benjamin's expression darkened."Are you insane?" Benjamin exploded."Do you have any idea what you're saying? If Dad finds out..." Benjamin trailing off.Adeline stood firm."I don't care. I love Sebastian, and I won't give him up," Adeline insisted.Benjamin's anger boiled over."You're throwing a
Avery's expression turned empathetic."I know, but Adeline's strong. She'll stand up for her feelings," Avery countered.Sebastian's pacing quickened."But what if she can't? What if Benjamin's pressure breaks her?" Sebastian's voice rose.Avery wrapped her arms around Sebastian."Sebastian, stop. Y
Sebastian held Adeline's trembling body, his warm arms enveloping her in a comforting embrace as he tried to calm her down."Shh, baby, I'm here," Sebastian whispered softly, his lips brushing against her forehead in a gentle caress.Adeline's tears soaked Sebastian's shirt, her body shaking uncontr
Adeline's panic spiked."Why are you doing this?" Adeline pleaded.Nathan's expression twisted."You humiliated me, Adeline. Rejecting me, ignoring me... You think you're better than me?"Adeline's mind raced."I never meant to hurt you, Nathan."Nathan's laughter echoed through the storage facility
"I won this for us," Nathan whispered, his eyes gleaming. "We'll spend a wonderful weekend together."Adeline's forced smile hid her horror.Adeline's smile faltered as Nathan's arm tightened around her. Panic set in."Excuse me, Nathan, I need to use the washroom," Adeline said, extracting herself.
Gala EveningThe grand ballroom shimmered with elegance, crystal chandeliers refracting light across the polished floor. Guests mingled, laughter and conversation filling the air.Adeline, resplendent in her red gown, stood near the bar, sipping champagne. Sofia joined her, eyes sparkling."Wow, you
"Your father approves. Mine does too."Adeline's revulsion deepened."That's not my approval."Nathan's smile never wavered."We'll see about that."Adeline swiftly turned away.Nathan's grip on Adeline's hand tightened."Let's talk, Adeline," Nathan urged, pulling her closer.Adeline's eyes flashed
Adeline's eyes widened, understanding the weight of his words."Oh, Sebastian...I'm so sorry."She knew how deeply invested he was in this project.Sebastian slumped onto the corner of the bed, holding his head in his palm, staring down."Heartbreaking," Adeline whispered, sitting beside him.She gr
Benjamin knocked softly on Adeline's door before entering. "Let's go; I'm taking you to the hospital."Adeline's eyes narrowed, her grip on the bedsheet tightening. "I don't need to go."Benjamin's brow furrowed. "You were vomiting, Adeline. You need medical attention."Adeline's voice remained firm