Kael
It had been a while since she entered the bathroom, but I wasn't worried. We were in the middle of the ocean, and it would be difficult for her to escape from me so easily. I continued lying down, calm, awaiting her return.
Sarah was a stunning woman who stirred my emotions in unexpected ways. I knew it could disrupt my plans if I allowed myself to be swayed by her innocent appearance. Despite her evident inexperience and always living in the shadow of her twin sister, I had no intention of fully surrendering to the strong feelings she aroused in me.
However, I planned to enjoy some moments with her and make the most of it, considering that my plan didn't unfold as I wished. Nonetheless, that wouldn't deter me.
Rachel was more cunning than I expected. She got rid of what I
SarahI felt used.That was the best word to describe how I felt after finding out that the man I had given myself to had made it clear that he bid two million dollars knowing exactly who he was bidding for, and for that reason alone, he went ahead.He didn't desire anyone else, and he wouldn't accept a substitute in my place, which was exactly the role I played in that whole setup. Even so, he went to great lengths just to humiliate me, confirming that he was never truly interested in me. I am sad and my heart hurts.That's how Kael Graham found me and promised that we would return to the pier.I took my phone out of the small bag on my shoulder and saw several missed calls and unread messages, but I didn't bother to check
KaelAs I expected, Ryan made a point to confront me once again about my vile actions, as he defined them. I didn't withhold what actually happened in the cabin and who was truly on that yacht with us that night because as soon as he saw me enter the room, he realized that something hadn't gone according to my wishes.I also didn't see the need to pretend anything for my assistant since I didn't owe him any explanations, so I divulged the entire situation and how it had spiraled out of my control.Ryan said he would ensure Sarah arrived safely at her home, and I simply nodded in agreement. Even if it had been Rachel, I would still expect the same course of action from Ryan, but the fact that it was Sarah made my assistant even more upset—I was absolutely certain of that.I went to the bar in the corner of the luxurious living room of the yacht and poured myself a double shot of whiskey, which I downed in one long, burning gulp.I didn't wait for Ryan's return because I already knew ho
KaelShe looked at me lingeringly, and once again, I held back from doing something I would regret later. I needed Ryan to resolve that issue as quickly as possible, I thought, given the maid's delay in following my simple command."I believe you are aware that Mr. Davis personally took the girl to her address last night," she said.That information caught me completely off guard, and it burned in my chest in a way I had never felt before, unable to explain what I was feeling in response to that revelation."And?" I asked."Just that, sir," she spoke, intimidated by my response."I believe there's more to say," I pressed."No, sir. That's it," she replied, now sounding embarrassed. "I just thought you should know.""And why did you assume that I wouldn't be aware of the fact?" I wanted to know what she intended with that."Mr. Davis has never been responsible for accompanying your guests to their homes before. So, I just... found it strange," the more she spoke, the more her voice fad
SarahMy sister sat down on the bed, and I thought she was about to resort to tears again, but she didn't."How am I going to get the loan shark's money?" she asked aloud, but I imagined it was a rhetorical question."Why don't you simply try to sell the apartment you bought?" I pointed out the obvious."You don't understand, do you, Sarah?" She looked at me angrily, and I just shrugged. "I'll never be able to repay this debt by working like some miserable nobody.""I've lost so much in this whole ordeal," I spoke with disgust. "My stance is that you should sell the apartment, give the entire sale amount to the loan shark, and we'll figure out the rest."Rachel quickly stood up, as if she had just had an idea, and I feared she would go even further with all this madness that had become our lives."I'm going to the nightclub. I'll try to find out something about that night I was there," she explained what she was thinking. "You need to come with me, Sarah.""Well, then you'll have to f
RachelThe woman looked me up and down, and for a moment, I thought she would say a firm no, but she surprised me by returning my smile and responding with the same enthusiasm."Hello! It's a pleasure to see you here again," she said, seemingly sincere. "I hope you're doing well, girl."Ah, so she remembers that night perfectly."Rachel. My name is Rachel," I extended my hand for a handshake."I'm Bruna," she accepted the handshake, squeezing my hand warmly."Can we talk for a bit?"Bruna nodded with a serious look, indicating that she was willing to talk. I introduced her to Sarah, and she invited us to a small lounge in the corridor near the bathrooms.As I had suspected, Bruna confirmed that she noticed I wasn't just under the influence of alcohol that night."I realized that your friend was trying to get you drunk. She was acting strangely and put something in your drink when you weren't looking."My eyes widened with surprise, and Sarah's eyes grew even larger than mine. I had no
KaelI let out a hearty laugh, attempting to disguise my true state of mind. I wasn't going to give him the satisfaction of knowing how close he was to the truth.Ever since I was with Sarah on the yacht, I can't get her out of my head, that was the truth. The fact that it would interfere with my plans was what wasn't right. I would go through with my plan because even though the night on the yacht was completely different from what I had imagined, the result was as expected. Rachel didn't fulfill her part, and I wasn't going to give her the two million dollars, which was precisely what I intended from the beginning.However, none of this had happened so far, and my pressure on Ryan, the person I trusted most after my mother, only worsened the situation. He seemed to come up with explanations that sounded like excuses, whic
SarahI looked at the man sitting on the small, uncomfortable couch in the cramped living room and sighed with displeasure."I don't understand why you're here," Rachel commented. "If you work for that jerk, why did you come?""I work for Kael Graham, but that doesn't mean I'm like him," Ryan responded, unshaken. "I like Sarah, and I want to help her.""You can help by convincing your sleazy boss to pay my two million. It's quite simple."Ryan rolled his eyes with annoyance, not even bothering to hide it, facing Rachel's persistence about the auction money, and I felt completely embarrassed to have to be reminded of that matter."Can we talk somewhere else, Sarah?" he said, making it even
RachelI wondered where my supposed fortune and millionaire husband was, as we only reap what we sow. At just twenty-two years old, I was fully aware of the many mistakes I had made. I recognized that my motivation had been selfishness, without considering the consequences for others. Now, I found myself facing the situations resulting from these misguided actions. I wondered where my supposed fortune and millionaire husband was, as we only reap what we sow.I decided to act and play by the rules set by Kael Graham, who had no idea what I was capable of doing to achieve my desires. I was determined to have him in my hands. However, a slip-up resulted in the loss of my safety net due to my father's death, leaving me vulnerable and falling into a trap prepared by Kael Graham and Shirley. I lost all the people who were associated with me and were always willing to do ever
Kael Coming home and finding Sarah was truly a special moment, something I deeply missed during the months we were apart. I was foolish and arrogant, and I prefer to forget about that time. However, today the situation wasn't as pleasant due to Bianchi's inconvenient presence, who came from London to visit my wife. It bothered me quite a bit, although I knew I had no right to forbid this meeting. I love Sarah deeply, but I'm not her owner. She is free to receive whoever she desires, and it's not up to me to impose rules. Nonetheless, I can't deny that I didn't feel comfortable leaving her alone with Bianchi, and I wonder what they were talking about downstairs. Where are my mom and Maira when I need them the most? They could be keeping this annoying pilot company instead of wandering around. Initially, I thought about waiting for Sarah in her room, but I wanted to avoid putting any pressure on her. So, albeit reluctantly, I headed to my own room. After a long, hot shower, I wrapped
SarahThe trip to Seattle is exhausting, despite the comfort of Kael's private jet. However, upon arriving at the mansion, everything becomes more comfortable and easier. Kael has hired a team of professionals to closely monitor my recovery process.Ryan and I had a long conversation. Despite the difficulties after everything that happened, he is still my brother, and we have a lot in common. With Maira, the connection was immediate, and I became fond of her, as well as of our other brother, even before knowing about our blood ties.Mary is a lovely person, and her presence has been crucial in my adjustment. Sharing the same roof with her strengthens our bond, and her help is valuable in all aspects of my daily life.Rachel, on the other hand, remained absent, not giving news or showing interest in visiting me. I feel like everyone avoids mentioning her name, including Maira, who is known for her kindness and gentleness.Hillary is always calling me, and we talk about various topics.
SarahI feel a profound relief when Kael's hand wraps around mine, as if that simple gesture could push away some of the burden I carry. However, the feeling is bittersweet because I'm hiding a truth that eats away at me from the inside, but it also shows me that we're not as different as I thought."I've made mistakes too, by letting myself be influenced by everything Rachel said."I confess because it's the truth. I look into his eyes, seeking transparency, even though I myself am hiding something important. Kael gazes at me attentively, his eyes filled with emotion, and he makes a proposal that catches me by surprise:"How about we write a new story for us, Sarah?" He asks sincerely, and I can see that his words come from the heart. "I'm just asking for a second chance, to do things differently and prove that I'm telling the truth."My feelings are in turmoil, but Kael's sincere and vulnerable gaze moves me. I look at this strong and determined man, who holds my hand so gently, as
KaelThe scheduled time for work appointments went unnoticed because my mind was a tangle of worries. I knew Ryan would have to deal with my absence, but at that moment, I had no capacity to focus on business. I wasn't in a state to think about business, and Ryan would have to handle things without me. After all, the company is also his asset, as he is my brother, and half of the shares belong to our mother.I called Ryan with the intention of explaining my absence and my troubled mind."I already suspected that you wouldn't be able to attend the meeting today," Ryan's voice sounded understanding, as if he were reading my thoughts. "I tried to get in touch with Sarah, now that the diagnosis is confirmed, but she doesn't want to talk to me."The mention of a confirmed diagnosis caught me off guard. Confused, I questioned, "Confirmed diagnosis? What are you talking about?""I managed to briefly talk to Maira on the phone a few minutes ago. She told me about the medical evaluation."The
SarahAfter Kael made his promise to prove his love for me through actions, even though I found it ridiculous, my feelings were in complete turmoil. Without even thinking about what I was about to do, I grabbed the nearest object and threw it against the door.It was my cell phone, and I ended up damaging it, which only increased my agitation. I had never thrown objects around before, let alone with the intent of releasing my frustration."What happened?" Maira asked, entering the room.I glanced at the floor where the phone lay, still intact but probably no longer functioning. She followed my gaze and realized what I had done, picking up the device from the floor. As expected, the screen was cracked in several places."I im
KaelEntering that hospital room and finding Sarah lying in the bed, aware of the real possibility that she might never walk again, made me feel like the worst human being in the world. Deep down, I knew my responsibility in all of this was significant, and the weight of guilt hit me like an avalanche.I decided at that moment that, regardless of what she might say now, I would do everything in my power to help her. Even if she no longer wanted me around, I was determined to continue taking care of her, even from a distance."Leave us alone, Maira," Sarah's voice didn't sound like a request, but rather like a firm order. Just from that short sentence, I could sense how the accident had transformed her personality, and not in a positive way."You can call me if you need anything," Maira says before leaving the room. Although her words were directed at Sarah, I knew it was a message for me."What do you hope to achieve by approaching me? Do you think you'll gain sympathy from everyone b
SarahAlthough no one had the courage, or perhaps it's more appropriate to say "integrity," to inform me about the significant probability of facing paraplegia, this concern had been lingering in my thoughts. Even though I tried to ignore it, I knew it wasn't normal to feel nothing and be unable to move my legs when the rest of my body was functioning fine. However, accepting this reality and confronting the inevitable conclusion was no simple task. Apparently, I had also chosen to deceive myself, preferring to believe in the inappropriate actions of those around me. But after the conversation with Lorenzo, I could no longer delay accepting the truth.I needed to accept that this was happening and learn to deal with all the difficulties that people in the same situation of paraplegia face, something I likely developed due to the accident."It's still not definitive, Sarah," Maira repeated her motivational speech. "The final diagnosis hasn't been given yet, and the doctor said we'll on
KaelDespite Enrico making it clear that he doesn't agree with my past choices, I don't regret sharing this story with him. What matters right now is Sarah's well-being. While I want her back and he's my rival in the competition for her heart, it's crucial that everything is transparent. Honesty is now paramount.No more hiding secrets or telling lies. It was precisely this lack of clarity that led to all this confusion and the situation Sarah finds herself in, lying in a hospital bed with a real possibility of not walking again."Did you manage to talk to Rachel?" Maira asks when we're back in the waiting room."I was informed that she's still in Monaco. But she's not answering our calls, and honestly? Sarah is better off without her toxic presence," I clarify. "Has she been asking for her sister?""Not really. Sarah hasn't been asking for anyone, really. She's been very introspective and bitter since she woke up, and that's not a good sign, considering everything that's coming," Mai
KaelI listened carefully to Maira's words and felt my heart tighten with sadness. I wanted to be by Sarah's side at that moment, offering the support that, out of pride and being a complete fool, I hadn't given before – the love I felt for her."I don't understand why the doctor doesn't just tell Sarah the truth!" I vented, genuinely outraged. "I don't see any reason to keep her in the dark like this."Maira had just informed me that Sarah had already noticed the lack of movement and sensation in her legs, and now I had many questions, especially after the doctor's visit in the morning."Something else happened today," Maira said, looking somewhat apprehensive."What?""She agreed to see Enrico.""I can't believe she agreed to see him, but can't even stand to hear my name!" I said, irritated."Her relationship with Enrico is very different from what you both had, Kael," Maira tried to calm me down. "From what I understand, considering both of their reports, you made a serious mistake