...ADELINE I looked at myself in the mirror after a few days of what had happened to me. My hairs were tied up in a messy braid. I was dressed in a plain white shirt and grey sweatpants. My eyes fell on the white bandage wrapped around my wrist and my gaze got stuck. I was never suicidal but ‘ HE ‘ made me take that step. He did not care about me at all and It all showed when he did not even come to check on me. Was I that desperate to marry a man who was committed to someone else ? My heart ached thinking he was not mine. But why was I even sad? He was never mine? Never from the beginning. I looked at myself empty hands. No matter how much You try, if its not yours, it’s not. I looked away and a faint knock on the door took my attention. “ Adeline “I looked at the person and saw …… Isabella. She smiled at me and stepped inside cautiously. “ you okay, dear? “Her motherly tone sent a warm feeling inside my body making me smile. I nodded my head and she held my hand and smile
...ADELINE I stepped out of my bedroom all dolled up to meet a guy who was invited for the dinner at the house. I was dressed up in a short floral white dress that reached above my thighs. My hairs were messily braided going with my look and a little bit of make up helped me hide my dark circles and tiredness. I blinked tiredly and my face showed my weariness but I could not help. I was tired and just wanted to sleep but everyone had gathered in the backyard. The guy whom I was meeting was someone they all knew. He was involved in the same work my family did so it was nothing to think about much. I took a deep breath and started walking towards the grand stairs of the mansion to walk down when I heard ……… his voice. I turned my head back to see him walking out of his room and his phone near his ear, talking on the phone. I quickly snapped my head forward and started climbing the stairs fast. Run, Adeline. I did not want to interact him in any way. I quickly rushed out and ma
...ADELINE I was so lost in my thoughts, trying to make my decision. A decision that would change my life entirely for the rest of my life. I walked downstairs, my heart pounding. Each step I took felt heavier than the last as if my body was already aware of the devastation awaiting me. I decided to see Luciano, one last time just so I could make sure my decision was right. I nervously fidgeted my fingers and tried to get rid of the dread, holding on and hoping that maybe, just maybe, Luciano would say me to not get married to Valentino. But as soon as I entered the living room, I saw something that shattered my whole world beyond repair. Luciano …… locked in a passionate kiss with …… Elena. I froze, my mind refusing to accept what My eyes were witnessing. My heart clenched and a tear slipped my eye. Luciano pulled back, his face immediately draining the color when he saw me standing. I quickly looked away and stared at the floor. I should have known but my fucking heart wan
...ADELINE “ you got this, Adeline “I murmured to myself standing in front of the huge mirror of one of the most expensive suites of the Martino Club. Martino club was one of the top clubs in the city where dirty deeds were done whether it included from sexual deeds to illegal activities. Everything happened in here but also everything remained behind the curtains. Martino club was where nothing was revealed. Your dirty little secrets were safe and why was I here? Me and aurora wanted to have one last blast to enjoy our life before I was finally married. I had given up the hope to stay pure just for Luciano but now that I was going to make my own decisions, enjoying my life before getting married was one of them. I wanted to lose my virginity. I was dressed up in a beautiful red lingerie and something made me feel instantly bold. Even it took me a few seconds to recognize myself. There was something in me that made me feel confident and I instantly fell in love with the confi
...ADELINE I gasped as his lips pressed against mine, soft yet insistent, catching me completely off guard. For a moment, my mind went blank, the world around me dissolving into nothingness. The warmth of his kiss, the way his hands gently cupped my face, made my heart race like never before.I had never been kissed before—never experienced anything like this—but the way he moved, the way his lips molded perfectly to mine, left me breathless. My body reacted instinctively, leaning into him, my hands clutching at his shirt as if anchoring myself to reality.The unknown deepened the kiss, his movements slow and deliberate, giving me time to adjust but still making it clear that he wasn’t holding back. I felt my knees weaken, a flood of warmth spreading through me as if his kiss was igniting something deep inside me. My chest rose and fell rapidly, struggling to keep up with the intensity of the moment.When we finally broke apart, my lips felt swollen, tingling from the pressure
...AUTHOR’S POVShe felt the bed sinking and he was already in front of her , on his knees while staring at her. He slowly parted her legs , settling in between closer while she nervously looked at the wall with her eyes closed. He held the hem of her top and she could feel her heart beating faster than ever.She sharply inhaled at his touches and before he could expose her chest , she stopped him. Her tiny arms holding his hand but he knew , she was ready but scared. Her grip on his hand was somewhat tight and he could see her tense .He shake off her hand softly and she whimpered softly. He without giving a second chance , unclasped her bra, revealing her naked Chest as she quickly covered her breasts with her arms. He chuckled once again , before getting rid of her bra and throwing them away , somewhere in the room. Her heart thumped badly as she was exposed to him. She tried every possible to cover herself but He could only chuckle. He had never seen or met a woman like he
...Her lips quivered as she slowly nodded her head. He was the only man whom she could trust. He leaned closer gently kissing her lips. He gave her the oxygen to breathe properly and relax . She kissed back , still her mind on his cock on how it’d fit her. He pulled away , sitting up straight and positioning himself in between her legs. It is sex , that’s what she thought. “ I love every inch of yours , specially that smile “He smiled and it made her smile a bit. He was trying his best to relax her before pushing inside of her. He continued to rub on her heat , getting his cock , all coated and wet , prepared for her. He grabbed her thighs , pushing her legs apart before slowly putting his head onto her hole before pushing in a bit and her heart dropped. She felt an uneasy feeling of getting something stretching her. He continued the moment , slowly just poking the entrance with his tip and with a gentle , slow push , he inserted the head inside of her tiny hole and she screa
...ADELINE I woke up with juxtaposed feelings and a huge smile on my face. I felt tired yet I felt energized. I wanted to sleep more and yet I wanted to climb on top of Luciano and ask for more. I wanted to scream out loud in excitement that last night was the best night of my life but I also wanted to stay in bed and cherish those moments.I wanted to confess to him how much I loved him and all yet I wanted him to be the first to say it to me. I wanted to know what he felt, did he really love me? Luciano was a fucking animal and aggressive when it came to handle anything and everything but he had been such a gentle giant last night, taking care of me and cherishing me whole night. “ Good morning “My eyes moved up to look at his face. His morning voice was such a tease and I had to hold myself back from melting. I shyly looked away feeling myself pulling away from him from letting him see me naked as the only thing that was keeping my body from exposing was the thin duvets. L
...AUTHOR’S POVThe grand chandeliers overhead cast a golden glow over the venue, illuminating the polished marble floors that stretched endlessly beneath Adeline’s heels. She held onto Vladimir’s arm, her fingers light but firm, feeling the tension in his muscles. He was nervous—he always was in places like this, surrounded by wealth, power, and eyes that scrutinized every move. But Adeline? She thrived in it. The flashing cameras surrounded them like fireflies, capturing every second, every expression, every unspoken promise of power that dripped from her presence.She smiled, the picture of effortless grace, her features unreadable yet captivating. The press murmured amongst themselves as the flashes slowed, their whispers already spinning stories about her. A queen reclaiming her throne. A lioness stepping into the den of wolves.She didn’t need to acknowledge them. Instead, she simply stepped inside.The moment she entered, the atmosphere shifted. Heads turned. Eyes follow
...LUCIANO My fingers dug into the polished wood of the desk as I clutched my phone. My jaw tightening with each passing second. The absence of Adeline sending wave of loneliness through my whole body. My patience had worn thin, my mind clouded with a dangerous mix of frustration and unease. The moment Christian answered, his voice was sharp and commanding.“Get in here. Now.”The call ended abruptly, leaving the room in an eerie silence. Outside the tall windows, the city lights flickered, oblivious to the storm brewing inside my mind. Why was she doing this? And the hatred in her eyes sent chills down my spine as I refused to remember how painful it was. I turned away, inhaling deeply in an attempt to control the fury simmering beneath my composed exterior.The door to my office burst open, and Christian strode in, his brow furrowed with concern. He had known that my summons meant trouble, but the sheer intensity in my eyes sent a wave of apprehension through him.“What happen
...ADELINE I turned to leave, my heart pounding so loudly in my chest that I could barely hear my own footsteps. Every fiber of my being screamed at me to keep walking, to put as much distance between myself and Luciano as possible but my knees refused to listen. But before I could take another step, a strong hand wrapped around my wrist.Before I could even react, Luciano spun me around in one swift, forceful motion, pulling me against his chest. I barely had time to gasp before his arm tightened around my waist, locking me in place, trapping me against him.“Luciano—” I started, my voice sharp with warning. My eyes widened at his action and my heart racing at his touch and stubbornness. He didn’t let me finish.His lips crashed onto mine with a force that stole the air from my lungs.I froze. It was so sudden that I could not process what had happened. My fingers instinctively pressed against his chest, my entire body going rigid. The kiss felt too…… emotional that I could fee
...ADELINEI took a deep breath, the cool night air filling my lungs as I placed a steadying hand on the open car door. The hard part was done now I had to face the hardest one yet I knew I could do it. The mansion loomed behind me, its towering structure casting a long shadow under the dim glow of the estate lights. The mansion I once called my home was nothing in my eyes now but a mere architect that I had to burn down. I could feel Vladimir’s eyes on me, his concern tangible in the air between us.“Where are you going?” he asked, his voice low but firm. His grip on my wrist was firm as If he hated to let go of me once again. I turned to face him, my expression unreadable. I wasn’t sure if it was the exhaustion settling in my bones or the storm of emotions swirling in my chest, but I knew one thing—this was the end of something.“I’m coming,” I said softly, nodding once, as if that alone could reassure him.Vladimir hesitated. His dark eyes searched mine, looking for something
...ADELINE The room was filled with tension as the evening wore on. I sat on one of the plush couches and my posture poised, hands resting calmly on my lap. Vladimir, as ever, remained beside me, his dark presence an impenetrable wall of silence. His cold eyes scanned the room, offering nothing of warmth or invitation. His body language was unmistakable—he didn’t care about the people around him, nor did he make any attempt to hide his indifference. After what he’d been through, it was a sure outcome. Luciano, seated across from me, was unable to mask the simmering irritation in his gaze. He glared at me with intensity, as though trying to read the thoughts hidden behind my composed expression. I knew he had questions to ask and he could not do that in front of his family and it made me laugh. A man who can’t accept me in front of his family can do nothing. How could he be loyal. His eyes narrowed as they briefly flickered over to Vladimir, then back to me. The animosity bet
...AUTHOR’S POVAdeline exhaled heavily as she stepped inside Luciano’s grand mansion, the weight of her return pressing down on her like a vice. The air was thick with expectation, and even before she had fully crossed the threshold, she knew—they had been waiting and she was prepared to give them. It was as if the walls themselves whispered her name. Luciano’s men had already spread the word, and in a matter of seconds, the entire house was set into motion that she was here. The once-familiar halls no longer felt welcoming. The warmth she had once associated with this place had long since turned cold.She took another step, but the moment she did, the heavy wooden doors swung open behind her, and a rush of hurried footsteps filled the space.Adeline stopped.Aurora was the first to reach her, barreling toward her with tear-filled eyes, wrapping her arms around her in a desperate hug. “Adeline!” she breathed, holding her tightly as if afraid she would disappear again.But Ade
...ADELINE I laid sprawled on the bed, my fingers idly tracing the soft fabric of the sheets as my mind refused to rest. No matter how much I tried to distract myself, no matter how many deep breaths I took, I couldn’t escape him.Luciano.His name alone sent a shiver down my spine, and the mere thought of him had me body betraying me. I had needs and I wanted him. I hated that how much of an effect he had on me. My mind was occupied by him and my body …… craved him and it messed me. I could see him so clearly in my mind—those piercing blue eyes that always seemed to look straight through me, the sharp cut of his jaw, the way his muscles flexed beneath his crisp shirts, his powerful presence that both terrified and consumed me.I had spent so long fighting for his love, so long yearning for even the smallest sliver of his affection. And now, even after everything that had happened, even after all the lies and betrayals, …… I still wanted him.My breath hitched as a slow, burning
...ADELINE I sat curled up on the couch, my arms wrapped around my legs as I buried my face in my knees. The dim glow of the lamp beside me cast long shadows across the room, but I barely noticed. My thoughts were a tangled mess, circling the same painful truth over and over again. The image of Vladimir getting tortured made me want to end my life in guilt for not being there for him but …… the pain i also felt for was …… myself and ……Luciano.For so many years, I had tried. I had fought for his love, endured his coldness, his silence, his indifference. I had stood by his side, hoping—praying—that one day, he would see me, truly seeme. That he would love me the way I had loved him.But after everything I had learned… after the truth had come crashing down around me like an avalanche, burying everything I once believed in, I could no longer see a future with him. I could not see …… myself with him. Not anymore. I lifted my head slightly, exhaling a deep sigh, my heart heavy wit
...AUTHOR’S POV The tension in Luciano’s study was suffocating. The air was thick with his rage, his frustration, his desperation. Two days. Two fucking days since Adeline had disappeared, and he was unraveling by the second.His usually calculated mind—his greatest weapon—felt clouded with a storm of emotions he couldn’t control. He had spent years mastering the art of dominance, of always being three steps ahead. But now? Now he felt like he was walking blindly into the unknown, and it was driving him insane.His fists clenched so tightly his knuckles turned white, his pulse a violent drum against his skin. He couldn’t eat. Couldn’t sleep. Every time he closed his eyes, all he could see was her face—the way she looked at him the last time he saw her.Furious.Determined.And then she was gone.Luciano exhaled sharply, his chest rising and falling with barely restrained fury. He turned his gaze to William, his right-hand man, who stood rigidly near the desk. William had already