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Kelvin’s POV A few years ago, when the opportunity came up to buy a stake in Anderson Holdings, I went against my own better judgment. I saw potential there, a way to expand my reach and diversify my portfolio beyond ModernMuse Fashion Enterprise. I convinced myself that it was a smart move, that I could take the company in a new direction and turn it into something more than the struggling mess it had become.I was wrong.It didn’t take long for the cracks to show. What I thought was a chance to get a potential success story quickly turned into a nightmare of bad investments and debts that I hadn’t accounted for. Anderson Holdings was bleeding money faster than I could pump it in, and the more I invested, the deeper I got into the hole. When the company finally went under, it felt like the ground was yanked out from beneath me, leaving me to fall into a pit I hadn’t seen coming.And that’s when she showed up.Racheal.She bought the remnants of Anderson Holdings for a fraction of it
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Kim's pov I’ve always believed that everything has a price. Trust, loyalty, even love—there’s always a number, a trade-off. The key is knowing what you’re willing to pay and what you’re willing to sacrifice. For a long time, I’d been playing the game, learning the rules, and bending them where I needed to. But there’s something about Kevin’s inheritance that makes it feel different. It’s more than just a prize to be won; it’s a power to be taken. And I’ve always known that if I wanted to secure my place at the top, I’d need to get my hands on it, one way or another.The Houston Company used to be my leverage. When my father was still around, I had a say in things, I could pull strings and push people around as I pleased. But when the company slipped from my grip, everything else started to slip along with it. That loss—it stung. It stung in a way that made me realize just how fragile my control over this world was. And then I found the file.I’d been keeping a close eye on Kevin for
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Kim's POV I trailed off to my past as I remembered every single part of my memories. Every little thing I have gone through and I wouldn't stop at this point not now.I drifted to my past;“There’s something you need to see,” I said, placing the black file on his desk. “It’s about Kelvin.”His expression didn’t change, but there was a flicker of interest in his eyes as he reached for the file. He began reading, and I watched his face closely for any sign of a reaction. As he turned the pages, I could see the faint tightening of his jaw, the way his eyes narrowed ever so slightly. It was subtle, but it was there. I’d gotten his attention.“It’s not just a partnership,” I continued, my voice calm and measured. “Racheal owns him, or at least she owns a significant part of his company. He’s been using ModernMuse to repay a debt, one that’s tied to a failed investment from years ago. And I’m not the only one who’s noticed.”He glanced up at me, his expression hard. “What are you suggestin
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Kim's POVIt has been a week since I was assigned the acting president position, and a week since I have seen Racheal.It was so fortunate for me that I have Kelvin at my tip now and also the Chairman. I know Noah has been visiting us for a while now and that has only added to the fire in me that I felt I could only be quenched by Noah.I was lost in my thoughts on what I could do to grab his attention now that he wouldn't even give me one.I made a mistake on my side by not planning my games well and ended up being a prawn in it." If I could get to this point- I mumbled while rolling my office chair I was sitting on- I would have you back to myself Noah Gordons" I pronounced as if it was meant for me to bounce on, I said with a squirted eyes making it feel more like a quest I had to fulfill at my side that a request.It has been a long I updated my mom........I picked up my phone and called my mom immediately which she picked up after ringing twice." Has it been done?" That was her
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Rachael's POV.I smiled in satisfaction the moment I got back to my office but not before checking on Gaby.There was a lot at my side I wouldn't lie, It was such a huge risk to reveal myself openly in such an absurd manner when I knew there lot of danger lurking outside there.The moment I set my eyes on Gabriella the idea flew through me and James perfected it all for me without not being there.He was a trained detective before he quit his job for personal reasons he said.I couldn't believe my eyes when I set my eyes on her after the makeup and the changeover, she looked just exactly like me.....I smiled widely as the memories of my reaction and expression flooded in.Sophia almost fainted when Gabriella was shot in her presence......I could notice his trembling body, shaking lips.......I studied every of my reactions and I came to realize that this wasn't a bit about me. It had a lot of effect on Sophia than I expected.The expression, the way she speaks...... everything made it
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I forced myself out of my office in the middle of a meeting leaving the boards shocked.I was the boss but I knew what to and what not to do and of course, I knew how inappropriate it was for me to leave in between the meetings.I found myself trailing the same road that leads to RA Lavando with a mental note to ask the meaning behind the name but right now I have to confirm some things.I have to be sure if I was in love with RA or Racheal.....of course, they are the same person but I couldn't settle with the idea that I still want her......I shouldn't not after what she made me lose.Kelvin's message entered following my butler's own... I planned to check them later.I stood at the receptionist pacing the floor with my hands shoved in my pocket neglecting and ignoring different eyes gawking at me. Of course, I knew the consequences I would be facing the moment I stepped in here that was expected. A new gist will have to trend tonight.I was impatiently awaiting her secretary to come
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Noah's POV I groaned as I sank deeper into the worn leather seat of Mike’s car. My head was pounding, each throb a reminder of the whiskey burning through my veins. I felt like I’d been hit by a truck, and every bump on the road made it worse.“I messed up, Mike,” I slurred, struggling to string my thoughts together. “I went to her office... said things... bad things.”Mike shot me a glance, his hands tightening around the steering wheel. “You did a number on yourself,” he said. “Why’d you storm out of the meeting like that? You know you’re not supposed to just leave like that—”“I couldn’t stay there.” The words came out thick like they were stuck in my throat. “It was like… I couldn’t breathe, like this pressure in my chest. I had to see her, had to… say something.” I let out a bitter laugh. “And I ended up saying all the wrong things.”“What exactly did you say to her?” Mike asked, his eyes flicking between me and the road as we neared my apartment.I pressed my palms against my t
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Rachael's POV.I sat slumped in my office chair, haggardly wiping the tears streaming down my cheeks. I couldn’t stop them; they kept falling, mixing with the ache in my chest. Noah’s words echoed in my mind, reopening a wound I’d tried so hard to bury. I thought I’d moved past it, but all the pain came rushing back as if I’d never healed. My hands trembled as I clutched the edge of the desk, trying to steady myself.Just then, the door creaked open, and I quickly tried to compose myself, swiping at my face. “Mommy?” Ariella’s small voice broke through my haze. She stood in the doorway with wide, concerned eyes, and beside her was Sophia.“Rachael, what’s going on?” Sophia asked her expression a mix of alarm and concern. “You’ve been crying.”“I’m fine,” I said, my voice coming out shakier than I intended. “Just… having a rough day.” I forced a smile, but it felt weak, even to me.Ariella walked over to me and reached up to touch my face, her little brows furrowed with worry. “Mommy,
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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.”
