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In a vibrant coffee shop adorned with colorful artwork and lush green plants, the air is filled with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the soft hum of chatter. Sunlight streams through large windows, casting a warm glow on the wooden tables.In a vibrant coffee shop adorned with colorful artwork and lush green plants, the air is filled with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the soft hum of chatter. Sunlight streams through large windows, casting a warm glow on the wooden tables.At a cozy corner table hidden a bit away from people sight;A lady dressed in a casual outfit looking neat and composed and a guy in his fifties looking bulky and built adding to his look sitting across me, their expressions relaxed and friendly. My tousled hair and casual hoodie wore gave me a casual look. I leaned back in my chair, while sipping a cappuccino. The bulky guy dressed in a sharp button-up shirt, gestures animatedly as he speaks, his enthusiasm palpable.It was Saturday warm a
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NOAH'S POV.After thinking for an hour and still couldn't get straight what she meant by their words, I picked up my deliberate calling her private number she warned me against but this time around all I could make out from the soft and cute breath assured me that sDoesn't seem to be anywhere closer to the phone.One thing I learned about her, she wasn't ready to reveal her child to the world and that even makes me like her more, I can't call it love anyway." Ariella, whom are you speaking with...has Sophia called" I could make out her words from a distance and now I understand what she meant by private number.She flung the phone away from her immediately the moment she found out she wasn't speaking to either of their close pals I guess.She still went ahead yelling the hell out of me, I almost shuddered." Sorry if I have startled you again for calling your line and ......I just want to ask what you mean when you said I can't cut off the deal, do I bind with a forever for life?" I
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Noah's POV.Days to weeks to months before we knew it had been a year since I last talked with RA, which means it has been a year since I found myself in this dungeon of desires and lust.I barely have a good night's sleep since then. I have been waking up hard, and it was taking a toll on my health already." Oh shit...Not again," I muttered as I swung my legs over the side of my king-sized bed; I checked through between my legs only to see my seed sprout on the bed.I peered from left to right as if someone was with me, even when I knew I was the only one in my apartment.I felt a blend of embarrassment and acceptance. This was more than just waking up; it was an awakening to a new understanding of myself and my desires.I thought I knew what I wanted."I don't think I can be anywhere near peace until I have you to myself...I thought aloud while staring at the sun setting outside across my balcony. Through the little opening, the breeze was making contact with my flowing white curt
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Rachael's POV." Do you love him"It was Rayla asking me this question and this wasn't the first time she had asked me such a question.Even Sophia wasn't oblivious to my uneasiness and Ariella wasn't making the situation better, she wouldn't stop asking of her father.It has been a year since I had spoken to Noah and within that year I was very sure of my feelings but I know deeply that even when I don't want to admit it to anyone I know o have developed a soft feeling for him.My Concert Galaxy was postponed. I declined Sophia's offer to let her impersonate me but she went ahead to get me a bodyguard which I appreciate.It helped me a lot though, I could count how many times I had been saved from unwarranted attention.I remember when I stepped out of my car unknowingly, someone was standing behind me, I was standing with my back facing him so I didn't even get to see the man's face because it was in the dark but I could see from my side eye that he dressed all in back." Get down M
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RACHEAL'S POVAs if I and Rayla didn't even have a conversation, she wouldn't stop avoiding me, or what better phrase could I use to qualify someone who wouldn't talk even bat me an eyelid not to talk of speaking with me?" What's wrong between you guys...... It's been a long you acted up like this. Is there anything I should know" Sophia's voice disrupted my thoughts shifting my focus to her." Hey, Sophia!!!" I said sharply while closing the distance between us before pulling her into my embrace.No matter how much I kept seeing this damsel, I still couldn't get tired of her.....I thought.I miss her......I muttered before mouthing it to her."Rachael, is there anything bothering you?" Here we are again even though we've spent a lot of time together, she still can see through me.I shrugged off the conversation before it could lead somewhere."It's nothing, Sophia.....Rayla was just being sensitive that all"" Sensitive??.....you call me being sensitive, like for real Racheal? Who
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NOAH'S POV.I shot up with a start, my heart racing. The remnants of the dream clung to me like morning mist. Half awakened, I blinked, the glinting reality of my office contrasting sharply with the settings of my dream, the sensation and the almost true emotion of the dream. The sensation of warmth lingered, thrilling yet unsettling. Embarrassment washed over me as I rubbed my eyes, trying to shake off the remnants of sleep.By mistake, I slept off in the office. I couldn't even think back to where it all started from but I know yesterday took a toll on me for me to have drifted off in my office."Not again," I mumbled, as I checked down between my thighs to discover I had done the usual.I thought I was working when I drifted off. Sometimes it usually always works once I get myself distracted from thinking about her....I always have a good night's sleep. This recurring dream had become an unwelcome visitor, interrupting my nights while leaving hard on letting me wallow in my shatte
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Racheal's POVI sat at my desk, the late afternoon sun pouring through the window, casting warm patterns across the clutter of papers and notes that surrounded me. My mind was a tangled mess, drifting back to that one night—the night that felt like a dream. A night that changes every part of my life. I can't consider it as an unlucky one yeah...It earned my freedom in my hometown stealing five years of my life and at the same time it opened my eyes to know who truly loved me.Maybe what Sophia and Rayla have said was correct, maybe I should give it a chance anyway he was the father of my baby." I will do this for Ariella....for Ariella " I shut my eyes while mumbling some words of encouragement even when I am not sure of my actions.I shook my head, trying to clear the memories that floated into my thoughts like autumn leaves caught in a breeze. The upcoming show loomed over me, a storm of details and deadlines. Yet, all I could focus on was that moment in time when everything shif
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Rachel's POV.I took a deep breath, a shaky one at that, the moment I got to my apartment. My hands trembled as I fumbled for the keys, shutting the door quickly behind me. I wasn’t even sure if I was safe anymore. The thought that someone had been following me from the office sent a chill down my spine. I couldn’t understand why anyone would be after me. I wasn’t the kind of person to make enemies, or at least, I didn’t think I was. All I did was my job, and even that, I tried to keep as low profile as possible.But then again, maybe it was the spotlight. I didn’t ask for it; it just came with the territory. I blamed it on my talent, not that I enjoyed the attention. That’s why I left all the public relations to Juliet. She was better with the media, and better at handling the pressure. I just stayed behind the scenes, dealing with the paperwork.I dropped my bag onto the floor and sprawled on my bed, still wearing my heels. As I stared up at the ceiling, the events of the day kept r
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Noah's POVOne week later...I stood beside Racheal, who was propped up on the hospital bed, still struggling to fully recover. The sterile scent of antiseptic hung in the air, but it was the sight of her fragile form that gripped my heart. Kelvin and Bella had flown back to New Coastal two days ago, insisting on leaving after Racheal woke up. Their departure felt like a hollow echo of the chaos that had consumed us.Juliet was locked away, and sentenced to life imprisonment. I made sure of that. She deserved every bit of it. A maniac like her wasn’t meant to walk among the living.As I watched Racheal adjust herself, attempting to sit upright, I instinctively reached out to help her. But she slapped my hand away with a surprising force. The sting of her rejection hit me like a cold wave. She had done the same thing when she first woke up, and it scared the hell out of me. I rushed to the doctor, fearing she was suffering from amnesia, but my worries eased when he assured me she had b
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Kelvin's POV"You left us, remember? You gave us hope, Ana! You let us all believe you would come back! We waited for you, Ana. I waited. Mom waited... You broke your promise! You broke your fucking promise because of your selfish interest, your lust for revenge!"I pulled Bella into an embrace, which she calmly accepted. Juliet, whom I now realized was Anabella, had recently been caught at the same tournament Bella had described. She had a lot on her mind and plenty of tools at hand. If not for Bella, we would still be in the dark; no one would have thought that this old tournament, long neglected, would be used to commit such a devious act.Just two days ago, Bella had been crying in my arms. So much was uncovered—so much I hadn’t expected at all.After coming to terms with the fact that Bella was Juliet's younger sister, it occurred to me that Juliet wasn't who we thought she was. Her initial aim in entering R.A. was to cause harm to the Houston family. As she had said moments ago,
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Kelvin's POVI was on the brink of tears the moment I set my eyes on Kim. The fact that she was breathing with the aid of oxygen wasn't enough; she was hooked up to a life-support machine. I felt a flicker of irritation that Noah had signed the forced labor consent form, but perhaps I was wrong—maybe that was the best decision.Bella had a tough time going back to sleep after mentioning a random name that only gave me a hint amidst the shattered debris of my thoughts. I tried not to force any conversation on her, at least keeping my promise to Noah until she opened up. Until then, I remained silent.We couldn't go into the ward, so we decided to stay back, looking through the transparent glass that separated us from the lobby lawn. Bella couldn't control her tears anymore; I had been hearing her trying to stifle the sobs since we arrived. Her soft gasps said it all. It made me reflect on my decision to stay outside; I didn’t think I could keep my emotions in check once we entered.Lin
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Kelvin's POVI couldn't believe I had given in to my lust once more. The last time something like this happened, I apologized and vowed it would never repeat itself. Now, as I sifted through the files Noah sent me, I still struggled to admit that Juliet and Bella might be sisters. Our alliance was built on a shared goal, and the last time we had met like this was to reveal the truth behind RA. Now, we were here because of Racheal, but my purpose was to uncover Juliet's identity.*I didn’t start this relationship on a clean slate just to end it because of a culprit sharing her blood.*“You seem early!” Noah remarked, his voice laced with sarcasm.“And you seem late,” I shot back, eyeing him. He looked lean and disheveled, a total mess compared to the Noah I knew.“Is she with you?” he asked.“Why would I bring her with me?” I replied, my irritation rising.“You have no reason to call me here, then—”“What makes you think they’re related? Even if they are, I doubt she knows about her ex
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Bella's POVEvery part of my body ached from the journey, and I could barely feel my legs. But it was worth it. It had been a long time coming—discussing the idea of flying down here to visit Kelvin's parents. He had been overly protective, worrying I wasn’t ready for this. Yet, here we were, on our way to meet both my idol and his parents. The former excited me; the latter filled me with dread.Kelvin noticed my uneasiness and pulled me into an embrace, planting a soft kiss on my forehead—a gesture I had grown so accustomed to. We had just landed, and as we headed to the lobby, I spotted Kelvin shaking hands with someone I didn’t recognize. Others bowed slightly to him, showing their respect.*What should I expect?* I thought. *He is one of the youngest renowned businessmen, linking a channel between New York and the USA is no small feat.* I mustered a smile for those who acknowledged me.We would head home before leaving early to visit Racheal in the hospital. My gaze was caught in
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Kelvin's POVI had barely settled back into my office when the news hit me like a freight train. Rachael had been in an accident? My heart sank as I slumped into my chair, the weight of the world crashing down around me. I had just returned, hoping to find some semblance of normalcy, when everything spiraled out of control again.“Kelvin, are you okay?” Bella asked, moving toward my chair, her eyes scanning my face for any sign of reassurance.“No, not really,” I replied, rubbing my temples to ease the pounding in my head. She could see how close I was to Racheal, and I knew she understood my worries. “Rachael is in critical condition. I need to get down to New York,” I added, my voice strained.“Do you want me to come with you?” she offered, concern lacing her tone. I hesitated for a moment, the urgency of the situation clashing with my instincts to protect her. “No, I’ll travel alone,” I said, pushing myself to my feet. I grabbed my phone and shot a quick message to my secretary,
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Kim's POVI could remember feeling utterly drained when I returned home, free from Kelvin's silence, the weight of everything pressing heavily on my shoulders. My parents welcomed me with open arms, their warmth almost overwhelming. My dad, who had been distant for so long, embraced me tightly. The love in that moment nearly brought me to tears.“Kim, we’ve missed you so much,” he said, his voice thick with emotion. “I’ve missed you too, Dad,” I replied, feeling the tears well up in my eyes. It was a bittersweet reunion, knowing what lay ahead. I wasn't expecting such a reaction from my dad and hearing how he missed me made me feel like I was close to my endThe last time I went to the clinic for a check-up, I had received the results I had dreaded. I had known, deep down, that choosing to keep the baby while battling cancer was a gamble. The odds were stacked against me, and I felt the looming shadow of my mortality.My mom had sensed something was wrong, even when I tried to keep
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Racheal's POVI couldn't take Noah's silence anymore. It was suffocating me, and it was terrible for Ariella to witness all of this. My heart raced as I stormed into Noah's study, furious and desperate for answers. My hands trembled with anger and confusion as I stumbled upon a collection of files and documents, all centered around Juliet.I picked up every picture I could find. My breath caught in my throat as I looked at the images of Juliet and her family. There was one of a man smiling lovingly at a woman—Juliet's parents, I realized. The man’s coat struck a chord in my memory, though I couldn't pinpoint why it seemed so familiar. As I traced the photos, my eyes fell on a little girl who looked strikingly like Juliet. It had to be her sister. A shiver ran down my spine as I pieced together the fragments of my discovery. But then, my gaze landed on a guillotine with a body labeled "XAVIER'S." My heart dropped. I was about to open it when Noah’s voice shattered the silence.“You're
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Kelvin's POVThe air between us hung heavy with unspoken words. I could see Bella processing everything I had just said, her brow furrowed in thought. I took a deep breath, trying to find the right words to bridge the gap that had grown between us.“Kelvin, I don’t understand why you didn’t tell me sooner. I could have helped you,” she said, her voice steady but filled with a hint of disappointment. “I thought I was protecting you,” I replied, my frustration mixing with regret. “I didn’t want you to be dragged into the chaos of my life. But now, I realize that keeping you in the dark only hurt us both.”She fell silent, staring at the ground as if searching for answers in the cracks of the pavement. I wanted to reach out, to comfort her, but I hesitated, unsure if she would welcome my touch again.“Do you think this is something I could just forget?” she finally asked, her voice breaking slightly. “You made me feel like I was special, and then you pulled the rug out from under me.”
