Avery's hands shook as she dialed the emergency number, her eyes fixed on Benjamin's injured head. She tried to stay calm, explaining the situation to the operator, but her voice trembled with worry.As she waited for the ambulance to arrive, Avery's mind kept drifting to Adeline. Where had Marcus t
They turned and saw Sebastian standing there, his face cold and stony, his eyes blazing with anger. He looked at Marcus, his gaze piercing and warning."Keep your distance from her," Sebastian growled, his voice low and menacing.Marcus's men stood up, forming a semicircle around Sebastian, their fa
Benjamin walked into the lodge, his eyes scanning the room until they landed on Adeline. "It's time to go," he said, his voice firm.Adeline nodded, standing up from the couch. Zarek, who had been standing by the window, turned to face them."I'll handle those people," Zarek said, his voice cold and
Avery walked in with a letter, her knock on the door hesitant. Benjamin, busy with his laptop, looked up and said, "Come in." Avery's face was upset, her steps slow as she entered the room.As soon as Benjamin saw her, he stood up, his eyes locked on hers. It had been three days since she'd last bee
Benjamin's long strides caught up to Avery, and he grasped her waist, spinning her around to pin her against the door. His fingers brushed against her cheek, sending shivers down her spine. Their lips were inches apart, the air between them electric with tension.Avery's eyes widened in shock as she
Adeline sat in her room, surrounded by the familiar comforts of her own space, yet her mind was a million miles away. She was lost in thoughts of the future, of what lay ahead now that her secrets had been exposed.The weight of her family's reputation, the thing they had always feared, was now a re
Avery knocked on her brother's door, and Sebastian opened it, a hint of a smile on his face. He wasn't surprised to see Avery standing there; he knew his sister all too well. She would drop everything for him, and he loved her for it."I quit my job," Avery announced, a determined look on her face.
"So, is this true, Ms. Adeline Emerson, that you were having an illicit affair with your own college professor?"Adeline's eyes locked onto the camera, and for a moment, she seemed to freeze. Her eyes filled with a deep pain, and her face seemed to crumple under the weight of the question. The room
Avery stepped out of her car and onto the familiar grounds of Ashwood. She took a deep breath, feeling a sense of nostalgia wash over her as she gazed up at the grand estate.Sebastian emerged from the front door, a warm smile on his face. "Avery! It's great to see you," he said, striding towards he
The crowd watched in suspense as the bouquet sailed through the air, spinning and twirling before finally coming to rest in the outstretched hands of Sophia, Adeline's best friend.Sophia's eyes widened in surprise as she caught the bouquet, and then a huge grin spread across her face. "Yes!" she sh
The sun was shining brightly on the beautiful summer day, casting a warm glow over the lush green gardens of the luxurious estate. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and the soft chirping of birds, creating a serene and romantic atmosphere.Adeline, resplendent in her stunni
The sun was shining brightly on the day of Malcolm's funeral, casting a warm glow over the mourners gathered at the graveside. The air was thick with the scent of freshly cut grass and the sound of birds singing in the nearby trees.Adeline and Benjamin stood side by side, their faces somber as they
Avery's voice was soft and gentle as she spoke, her words cutting through the darkness. "I know what you're thinking, Sebastian," she said, her hand still on his arm. "But you know what? I think I understand why Adam wants to be with Adeline."Sebastian didn't respond, didn't even look at her. But A
Adam was sitting alone in his room, his mind reeling with the revelation about his mother. Avery quietly got up and walked downstairs, leaving Adam to process his emotions.As she reached the bottom of the stairs, she saw Sebastian standing in the foyer, his eyes fixed on her with a mixture of conce
Avery walked towards Sebastian, who was standing alone, lost in thought, staring out the window of Adam's hospital room. She could see the tension in his body, the tightness in his shoulders, and the clenched fists at his sides.As she approached him, Avery gently turned him to face her, her eyes lo
Sebastian walked out of the hospital room, leaving Avery sitting beside Adam's bed, holding his small hand in hers. Adam was still asleep, recovering from his ordeal.As Sebastian stepped out into the cool night air, Adeline and Benjamin pulled up in their car. Adeline got out, her eyes scanning the
Benjamin dove deeper into the river, his eyes straining to see through the darkness. The water was murky, and the moonlight barely penetrated the surface. He kicked his legs and stroked his arms, propelling himself downward, his lungs burning from holding his breath.The river was deep, and Benjamin