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Beyond The Veil
Last Updated : 2025-03-16
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"Why aren't you dressed yet?" "W-what?" She stuttered. "You didn't say anything about joining you." He gave her a once over before clenching his jaw. "Now I have. Get dressed we leave in thirty minutes. I'll be waiting downstairs." **** Kallista Hughes Jones is a 25-year-old chef whose world is shattered when she loses her job and house and moves back into her family’s home. Life becomes even more chaotic when her half-sister, Penelope, disappears on the morning of her wedding to billionaire CEO Jaxon Hawthorne, leaving behind only a cryptic note. In a shocking twist, Kallista finds herself standing in for her sister, marrying the enigmatic Jaxon-the very man she spilled coffee on the day she lost her job- in a whirlwind of confusion and obligation. **** Jaxon Hawthorne, a 35-year-old billionaire known for his aversion to touch and disdain for emotional connections and relationships. Jaxon views marriage as a mere formality to placate his demanding parents. He has no love for Penelope, but when she vanishes, he goes ahead to marry Kallista to dispel rumors and appease his parents. What begins as a tense and transactional arrangement soon changes into something more as Kallista slowly cracks the walls around Jaxon’s heart. As Kallista and Jaxon grow closer, their newfound happiness is threatened by cryptic warnings, mysterious messages, seeds of doubt, and violent attacks that nearly claim Kallista’s life. An almost forgotten person from Jaxon’s past emerges, leading to a deadly game where betrayals are exposed, lives are lost, and their love is tested in unimaginable ways. In a story of love, redemption, and sacrifice, Kallista and Jaxon must overcome the darkest chapters of their lives to find their happily ever after. But at what cost?
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Beyond The Veil Chapter 16— Dark Zander
Chapter 16— Dark ZanderSeated comfortably in the Hawthorne family estate main garden Delia had shown her, a few days later, in a deep blue colored boyfriend Jean and a tank top that had come with a tag, a very expensive tag among the expensive tagged clothes she had gotten. Now she was sitting in clothes she knew she would never have bought in her right senses. Her pay at Brio’s had been good but not good enough. It covered the payment for her rent and other things she felt were important but splurging on herself was something she only engaged in at Christmas because of the discounts.It was sad but it was her reality. She flipped the pages of the book she had been pretending to read for the last hour. She didn't get how someone could read under such intense concentration of sunlight. Those ladies on her Pinterest board she spent hours on when she wasn't busy had deceived her.She slammed the book shut with an exaggerated sigh. She was going to die of heatstroke if she kept this up.
Last Updated : 2025-03-16Beyond The Veil Chapter 15- Once Upon A Bastard
Chapter 15— Once Upon A Bastard Kallista had not predicted what would happen when she told Naomi her preferences. Now, she was staring at ten racks of clothes—clothes that had a wider range of "casual" than she ever could have imagined. Tank tops, mini skirts—she knew she would never wear, trousers, jeans, dresses for casual outings, and even loungewear. Then there were the undergarments.Naomi had spared no expense.She reached for a tag on a delicate lace brasserie, her brows drawing together as she turned it over.Hawthorne Fashion.Of course. She thought. Her lips twisted wryly as she searched for the price and promptly dropped the brasserie as if it burned her."Jesus," she muttered.The price was a joke. And she had a bra joke. A really bad joke. She had no one to share it with, though, so she chuckled dryly to herself and moved on.After browsing, she settled on a free-flowing pale-colored dress adorned with soft floral patterns all over. The bust fit snugly, almost corset-like
Last Updated : 2025-03-15Beyond The Veil Chapter 14—Totally Fooled
Chapter 14 — Totally FooledMeanwhile back at the Hawthorne estate hours before the text:It didn't take a genius to know that her new maid—add that this felt weird to say—disliked her. For some reason.It wasn't like she could walk up to her and ask what her problem with her was. That was so not her style. She was always one to talk back but never the one to start the altercation.Marie appeared from one end of the massive walk-in closet to the large mirror Kallista had been staring back at.“How about this one?” She asked, her eyes taking in her new mistress's body language.Kallista stared blankly at the dress. It was a plain blue dress with even plainer white pearl beads along the neck. If anything, she was going to look like an abandoned mannequin walking around the estate, especially after that dinner from hell.
Last Updated : 2025-03-14Beyond The Veil Chapter 13— Technically
Chapter 13— TechnicallyHawthorne Tech Headquarters – Tokyo Division — 7 a.m.Executive Boardroom – 27th Floor.The skyscraper rose like an obelisk against the Tokyo skyline, glass panels reflecting the pale morning light. Jaxon stepped into the lobby, already on a call with Nolan Reece, his COO back in New York whenever Gabriel was absent."Cancel the acquisition with Valtrex Systems," Jaxon ordered, his tone clipped. "Their numbers are bloated, and the tech isn’t proprietary. I won’t pay for smoke and mirrors.""Already done," Nolan replied, unfazed by Jaxon’s familiar ruthlessness. "But the board’s pushing for an update on the Helix Project. They want to know if the Tokyo division can handle the next phase without pulling resources from New York."Jaxon’s jaw ticked. "They’ll handle it. Or I
Last Updated : 2025-03-13Beyond The Veil Chapter 12—The Jaxon Hawthorne Way
Chapter 12— The Jaxon Hawthorne WayThe private jet touched down at Narita International Airport, Tokyo just after dusk, but Jaxon wasn’t met with the usual relief that came with escaping the chaos of New York.The weather mirrored his mood. Invigorating sharpness and cold. He looked down at the coat in his hand. He might be too angry to even need it for warm-up.He didn’t regret leaving Kallista by the curb. Regret was for the weak. What gnawed at him was the chaos he’d left behind—the tabloids would surely be having a field day already and he tried to shut his last image of his bride’s distraught face when he left her by the curb. The image had carried him through his flight.Fourteen hours was long enough, but spending most of those hours thinking about what he would do with the woman he had left behind with no plan for her. The w
Last Updated : 2025-03-12Beyond The Veil Chapter 11—Cold & Warm
CHAPTER 11 — Cold & WarmA younger woman appeared at the top of the grand staircase. Her hair was loose, and she wore a casual yet expensive matching blouse and skirt that made her look effortlessly beautiful.With familiar brown eyes and facial structure, Kallista thought she must be a Hawthorne.“You must be the new bride,” the woman said, descending the stairs with an intimidating grace.“Lila,” Evelyn said sharply.“What?” Lila shrugged, her sharp blue eyes raking over Kallista. “I’m just introducing myself. Lila Hawthorne, Jaxon’s cousin.”“Kallista,” she said softly, feeling out of place under Lila’s scrutinizing gaze.Lila smirked, her expression playful yet mocking as she circled Kallista. “So you’re the one they
Last Updated : 2025-03-11Beyond The Veil Chapter 10—The Hawthornes
Chapter 10 — The HawthornesHer mind was still frazzled from the conversation with her parents as she watched their limo leave the chapel grounds when she felt a hand wrap around her arm. She turned sharply and was met face to face with the woman she had seen inside at the front pews where Jaxon’s family was seated.A woman she realized was Naomi Hawthorne. World-renowned philanthropist, former Miss World, Miss USA, and famous pageant who once walked a runway with even more famous runway models just to raise money for a charity course.They made a whooping sum of 30 billion dollars and guess the model most voted for. Yes, Penelope’s yapping the few days to the wedding had paid off.Wife of billionaire business mogul, Cillian Van Hawthorne and mother of her now cold husband.It felt very weird, she now had a husband. One who hated her guts but a husband regardles
Last Updated : 2025-03-10Beyond The Veil Chapter 9— From A Groom's Point Of View
Chapter 9— From A Groom's Point Of View Jaxon sat in the back seat of the sleek black car, his hands resting on his knees as the driver sped through the city streets. His jaw was clenched so tightly it ached, but the burn of anger in his chest drowned out any discomfort.They really thought they could fool him.His mind replayed the scene at the altar—the way Kallista’s face had gone pale when their eyes met, the flicker of sadness in her wide eyes. She had known exactly what was going on and she played along. Her silence only added fuel to the fire already blazing inside him.Penelope’s family had been bold, he’d give them that. Their desperation to save face was almost impressive. Almost. But they’d miscalculated.He should’ve walked away right then and there. Called off the farce, humiliated them all in front of their glittering audience. But something about Kallista’s expression had stopped him—her trembling lips, the faint glimmer of defiance in her eyes even as she stood frozen
Last Updated : 2025-03-05Beyond The Veil Chapter 8— Bride Alone
Chapter 8- Bride AloneKallista remained rooted to the spot, the cold wind biting at her exposed arms. The muffled sounds of laughter and conversations spilled out from the wedding hall behind her, a cruel reminder of the spectacle she'd just endured. Her family had played their cards, and now the consequences of their gamble were crashing down on her."Kallista!" Her mother's voice snapped her out of her haze. She turned to see her mother rushing toward her, her face tight with worry. "Why are you just standing here? Get in the car before someone sees you like this!""Like what?" Kallista's voice was sharper than she intended, her emotions were burnt to the very end of the line and unraveling. "Like the stand-in bride who's just been ditched by her brand-new husband? That about sums it up, doesn't it?"Dorothea grabbed her arm, her grip firm. "Lower your voice," she hissed, glancing around. "Do you want to embarrass us all even further?"Kallista wrenched her arm free. "Embarrass you
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Chapter 1—Sister-zilla
Chapter 1 — Sister-zilla“What does she mean by she cannot do this anymore?” Benedict Jones growled, sweat on his brow as he faced his wife Dorothea Hudges Jones who looked even more nervous than him.“I don't know! How was I to know she would run away on the day of her wedding?” She exclaimed.A guard rushed in dressed in a secret service type of way and gave a slight nod to Benedict.“Mr Jones, we found footage from the cameras in the garage. Ms Jones left in her vehicle and on her own accord. Seems she was prepared to.”Dorothea blanched, gripping her fancy dress a little tighter as she asked, “What do you mean?”“Miss Jones escaped the premises with two duffel bags in tow, ma'am.”Benedict found a chair and sat on it leaning back and clutching his chest. “Penny. Penny. How could you do this to me?” He muttered. Dorothea rushed to his side patting his back gently before nodding at the guard.Silence reigned in the room for a few minutes after the door shut behind him. Dorothea watc...
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