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Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Twenty Four_The beginning of an end
Elena.For someone so obsessed with staying away from the public's eyes, Sebastian sure knew how to throw a party that would get the media talking about him for months to come.Like all lies, my latest wedding was too beautiful, too well rehearsed. A lie painted as the truth had quite a bit of a soul to it, though. I would give it that.My dress was the epitome of regality. Delicate off the shoulder straps with a sweetheart neckline, fitted satin bodice with an A-line train skirt, and a long, flowing train that covered another one of Sebastian's numerous mansions.Five fashion magazines came to take photos. The profits went to charity - Jame's Army. Ryan's idea.Just like with everything else, I didn't have much say on the matter.Local news and social media had reported that the flower arrangements cost close to one hundred and fifty thousand.I didn't doubt that.Sebastian had not given himself the opportunity to spend less than a billion dollars on the lavish event. It made me won
Last Updated : 2024-07-26Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Twenty Five_Honeymoon
Elena.It was only by a miracle that we made it back to the estate on time after the whole ceremony.Cold dew adorned my arms and legs.Sebastian stayed away from me for the rest of the event, preferring the company of his friends. He invited me once, but I knew what that invitation meant.A way for my family to get to me.Now, his face had returned to its normal princely indifference as he helped me down from the car."The good news is that you'll have plenty of time to get yours and the kid's clothes arranged."A frown touched my lips. "Why?""Do you plan on buying clothes when we get there? We can do that, too." He raised his eyebrows at me. "Oh, you didn’t know. I can't believe you would think I would not take you on a honeymoon."My face fell. I inched back. "That is widely unnecessary. You have to keep Jaden from the prying eyes."Sebastian stepped forward, erasing every inch of distance between us until I was sure he could hear my heart beating. "I married you for a reason. Kee
Last Updated : 2024-07-28Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Twenty Six_Sleep on me
Sebastian.Elena Blythe reminded me of a fox. Sly and cunning, creating issues whenever she made poor decisions. An inspiration to the idling masses.In tonight's episode, something happened between herself and Ryan, and she drank herself to stupor because of it.Ever since what happened with Jason, after I had broken the news of our impending honeymoon, she had guzzled down champagne, slurring her words to the kids as she picked up a few things that were essential.The kids didn't mind her. Charlotte engaged in her own activities, far from a brooding Jaden who wanted nothing to do with me either.That I managed to shuttle Elena into my private jet while giving instructions to two children without losing a limb was nothing short of a miracle.We were Paris bound, and the excitement level sat somewhat between getting chalk as a birthday gift and a funeral."I think I'm going to throw up." Elena announced, clutching her stomach.Her face was extraordinary green for someone who wasn't br
Last Updated : 2024-07-29Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Twenty Seven_What kind of parent are you?
Elena.I didn't have many expectations for my Paris bound honeymoon. Especially after the stunt I pulled when I was drunk and on Sebastian's thighs.And still, I felt like I had a lot to do.After we landed in Paris, the most romantic city in the world, Sebastian, the kids, and I checked in to the extravagant family suite at Ritz Paris.What I should have done first was get rid of the sweatshirt I 'borrowed' and get myself to the kids. Explain everything to a very disappointed and mad Jaden. He hated me now.I knew it.Instead, I twirled my suitcase by its handle, admiring the way everything just seemed peaceful. "Do you want to do brunch, then we hit the tourist spots?"Already, Sebastian stripped off his tux jacket and was laying another crisp suit on the bed. "I have plans with Charles and Kevin in this city, but feel free to move around. Paris is filled with celebrities. No one bats an eye around here."He was leaving the kids and I to fend for ourselves. In a place where we pract
Last Updated : 2024-07-30Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Twenty Eight_I needed more
Elena.I was also a horrible parent for going along with Sebastian's next plan.He had a babysitter hired, one of the best in Paris, and the kids would be protected twenty-four seven, apparently."We have to go for dinner. I have a reservation at the Eye of Paris."No, please. Twenty minutes later, an off the shoulder sky blue gown with round sleeves hugged my curves.Courtesy of my little shopping trip."You look beautiful." Sebastian said as we crossed the lobby to get to the elevator that would take us to the garage."Thank you."He opened the door for me like a true gentleman, and I slid in. I was unsure how many eyes were on us since I didn't have the particular skill to know when I was being followed."Do you have any special requests tonight?"I raised an eyebrow at him, wondering why that question."Anything like jewelery or a special trip up the Eiffel Tower or something funky and romantic."If my whole body could eye roll, it would. A man wanting to be romantic did not need
Last Updated : 2024-07-31Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Twenty Nine_Rough
Elena.There were different kinds of foreplay. Slow and sensual. Rough and hot. I had a feeling I would get all with Sebastian.He dropped to his knees in front of me, hiking up my skirt even further, and tucked it into the waistband of my panties. He dragged his hot tongue up my slit."Ohh."Sebastian's teeth grazed my pussy. "You better watch your mouth better, sweet girl. I could use this as my own sort of punishment every single day."He thrusted his tongue between my lips, striking my nerves. It felt like he was playing with me down there, playing with his meal before he finally took it. Lapping onto my wetness in a sensual rhythm.My knees turned to water, my core was on fire, and my nipples were harder than rock. Goosebumps spread around them.Oh Lord.Sebastian was better than anyone I had ever had before. He proved it once, and here he was proving it again.He removed his tongue from inside my clit, sucking on my clit now. "No more questions, and we can continue like this fo
Last Updated : 2024-08-01Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Thirty_Deals and Rules
Elena.There were at least a dozen different kinds of sex.Sebastian had unlocked a deeper, darker side of me. A part that wouldn't even my imagination had never been able to conjure.And now, I had no way to put it back.It was terrifying, yet liberating. The greatest kind of high I would ever have.Greater than when I pursued my dreams by dropping out of school, greater than bungee jumping, greater than the rush I felt when I finally stood up to my father and Evangeline. And greater than all the times I had ever been with James.The morning sun filtered through the windows, casting shadows across the silk sheets and on Sebastian's face. The weight of his arm around me reminded me of everything we did last night.A release. I couldn't stop myself from stretching my hand forward and removing the tendrils of hair from his face, tracing the lines and his stubble."Earth to Elena." Sebastian snapped his finger in front of my face. "You there? Or you just love touching my face while star
Last Updated : 2024-08-02Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Thirty One_Reconciliation
Elena.The textbook version of stupidity was believing something can suddenly change without doing any work.I fidgeted with the helm of my shirt, a nervous habit I developed recently.My version of stupidity was thinking I would be able to talk to Jaden and Charlotte about the little situation with Jaden's dad without the said dad.I blamed my hormones and the raging lunatic Ryan. If he wasn't so involved in creating even more traumas for me, then I never would have cared about doing anything with Sebastain.Literally.Sebastian and I weren't the ideal couples. I had a huge trauma I wanted to keep buried, while Sebastian kept his whole trauma open yet closed if I asked. He made great, uncomfortable sex an option, and now that I got it, I would never be able to let it go.My body was literally screaming at me to make up for all the orgasms I lost during my years of celibacy, and even when I was with James.I tried to ignore the persistent buzz beneath my skin as Jaden stared at me whi
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Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Fifty_The End
Elena.Two weeks later.The day I decided to end the marriage contract with Sebastian, the sky was an endless stretch of grey.The kind of grey that blankets the world in a dull, heavy silence, making everything feel colder, more distant. I found it fitting, really. I was about to make the hardest decision I had ever made. The world should feel as bleak as I did inside.We sat across from each other at the kitchen table. The kids were in the other room,playing with their toys and whatnot.We both stared at the divorce papers in front of us, Sebastian’s face as unreadable as ever.He hadn't said much when I told him what I wanted. No anger, no argument. Just an unsettling calm that made me wonder if that was what he wanted."I think this is the best thing for all of us." I said quietly, breaking the silence that threatened to envelope us. "After everything that happened. The lies. I need to focus on gibing those kids their own lives. And you need to take care of your demons."He looke
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Nine
Elena.The weight of everything that had happened pressed down on me as we were escorted out of that hellish place.The men were all around, their voices distant as they checked around the area, and talked to each other.But all my focus was on the two little hands gripping mine tightly - Charlotte on one end and Jaden on the other.Sebastian was by my side as well, his face distant but resolute as we made it outside.There were paramedics around, checking us over. Their gentle hands tended to the cuts and bruises we had.But no matter how many times I told them I was okay, I knew I wasn't. I kept glancing at Charlotte and Jaden, reassuring myself that they were here, that they were safe. But each time I looked at them, I couldn’t help but remember Ryan’s cold, calculating voice, his cruel smile as he threatened the children. It haunted me, replaying in my mind over and over again.I had no idea how I was going to tell Charlotte that her father was dead yet, and that was the reason
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Eight_No one watching me
ElenaThe cold floor bit into my skin, the damp air thick with the scent of mildew and....urine. Thud. Thud. Thud.My heart pounded in my chest, a frantic rhythm that drowned out the echos of Charlotte whimpers."Mommy." Charlotte's voice was barely a whisper as she unwrapped her arms around me and moved to my side.Jaden was on the floor. Passed out cold from the looks of it.The terror in my eyes mirrored that in Charlotte's. They must have brought him in when we fell asleep.I held unto him.I had to be strong for them.But how was the possible when every breath felt like it could be my last.Footsteps echoed along the hallway, signifying the presence of a couple of people. The door creaked open, and I felt my heart stop.Ryan stepped into the cell, his face twisted into a mask of cold, calculating fury. Behind him, Sebastian’s limp form was dragged in by one of Ryan's men.Blood matted his hair and clothes, and I had to bite back a scream."It's only fitting that I kill the whole
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Seven _The Monster Within
"Elena. Get up. Now."I woke up to the harsh whisper slicing through the silence.Disoriented, I wasn't surprised to find myself alone on the bed, the remnants of last night's comfort dissipated like smoke.What was happening?"Sebastian?" I called out softly, sitting up and rubbing my eyes. My heart pounded so loudly I was sure he could hear it.Something was wrong.He was at my side in a flash, his hand gripping mine tightly.For the past eight months, I had worked with and even married him and I had never seen the expression he wore on his face."Get dressed quickly." Sebastian commanded, his voice low but firm. "We need to leave. Now."Panic clawed up my throat. "What's going on?"Sebastian's jaw clenched. "I have no idea what kind of deals you held with Ryan and Elliot but Ryan has gone rogue. He's going to kill you the way he...."A pang pierced my heart at the realisation.Scrambling to my feet, I could feel my heart racing as I yanked on my clothes. "Charlotte, Jaden...""She'
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Six_Grief
Elena."Hey."I had my arms wrapped around myself, unshed tears glistened in my eyes. "I'm sorry you had to see me like this, but... I didn't want... Charlotte..."My lips trembled in an effort to keep the wobbly smile I had on."Fuck whatever happened." He was by my side in an instant, his eyes scanning my exposed body for any sign of injury. "What happened now? Did Ryan..."His words hung in the air. I could see the way he struggled with himself mentally."It's Charlotte father." I swallowed hard. "My first husband, James Miller. The hospital called and said he was admitted after a car accident. He's..he's..." I choked on a sob I didn't want to slip out.I guess I didn't need to finish my sentence before he understood what I was trying to say. But I didn't expect sympathy from him - his wife crying over her first husband - or anyone in this estate. I expected rage."Come here, sweet girl." The rough crack in his voice was unexpected.He opened his arms, and I didn't hesitate to ste
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Five_James Miller
Elena."My old man's name is Adrian Romanov too. He wants to meet you, and only you."Adrian Romanov's words played a loop in my head like a broken record. Two days after we met and I was yet to find the pause button.Even now, as I watched the kids play, I sensed the torment from Ryan when he couldn't come close to me since Sebastian stayed home and by my side a lot.I also sensed something else from Sebastian. An hostility I never knew he had until now towards Ryan.We'd returned after his conversation with the Russian lord, my heart a vigorous drum in my chest, my blood vibrating in my veins. It was like he had something important he wanted to ask, yet kept himself at a distance. "Does he plan to hurt you too?"Yes.Ryan would stop at nothing to hurt me or the kids if it meant he would have a chance to get some time with his precious James. But I needed his help with Elliot.I'd always been the good girl. The one who loved her parents and hoped for a healthy marriage like theirs w
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Four_Adrian Romanov
Sebastian.If Elena was to be described with one word, it was stubborn.The novelty of being our little argument at the estate faded quick when she insisted on coming with me to wherever I was going to.The way we had left things moments ago gnawed at me, and it was quite possible I would go insane if nothing was done about it.I gave in.I was happy that I finally got an audience with Adrian Romanov, but all I could think about was Elena.I stared at her as we walked through the door of the apartment complex where we were supposed to meet. She wore a simple black gown that flared out at the waist side and ended at her knees, but she glowed in a way that made it impossible to look away.I traced her features with my eyes, soaking in the curve of her lips and the way her features came together to birth a beautiful being. When she gave me a little smile to show her support, my heart dipped.Where people smiled with just their mouth, Elena smiled with her eyes. The way the corner of her
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Three_Tailing him
Elena.I had no idea how on earth I was supposed to follow a man who was using a car to get to his destination, with a group of people tailing him already.But I knew I had to do it. Even if it was the last thing I did.**Sebastian's face had leached of colour. "That was days ago." He said, his voice low. "People tell their kids stuff all the time. Just to get them off their back.""Did yours? Because until you needed me for some sort of deal, I wasn't more than a nanny to your son to you."He flinched. "Look. I shouldn't have said what I said, but I'm very protective of... Jaden, he's my son, especially after what happened to Rachel. You know, as well as I do, how a child would feel if something happened to someone else he cared about.""So what would happen years after you're done with me?" I couldn't change the sting from the memory. "Once I can be disposed.""You would never be disposed." He raked his hands through his hair, successfully destroying the sleek back look. He was cl
Arrangement With Mr Halloway Chapter Forty Two
Elena.No one actually thinks they are a bad person.I was playing the game for the long run."There are two options. Get me in on your husband's business and everything it entails, or provide the money and diamond you and James stole from the office."A tough call.I could never be able to provide those.In my defence, I had a good reason for shooting James and inadvertently causing the destruction that followed. I had good reasons for staying away from my dad and Evangeline.When I made attempts for them to end James's life quietly, they had refused.Blackmailing me shouldn't be an option in their lives.The blackmail wasn't something I could tell Sebastian, not when I made a deal with Ryan already.I should have told Sebastian from the beginning. He would have handled the situation in a way that I never could, with poise and dignity. Then again, if I had done that, Elliot wouldn't be able to care for James anymore.I adjusted the tablet in my hand. Between learning how to use devic
