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Cynthia. C. What do you think about this chapter? Do you think it was necessary for Ashley to have challenged Damien knowing how deadly he could be…….. Though it seems like she feels something strange around him. What do you think was stopping Damien from ending her right now? Hmmm..... I think we will have to find out as time goes on.
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It was already evening, and standing in front of the wall mirror was a beautiful lady who was no other but me. I felt absolutely stunning, running my finger along the beautiful heart-shaped necklace adorning my neck. It was a symbol of the deep love Mason and I shared. The shiny jewels perfectly matched my outfit, so there was no reason not to wear it, and besides not like he was going to be there anyway.It's a great thing that Mason couldn't be there since he's a doctor and those kinds of outings aren't really his thing. I don't think I am ready to face him after everything that happened and knowing fully well that he is now with my step-sister, Olivia. I let out a sigh and found myself staring at the wall mirror in the room. "I wish things never went astray," I smiled, though a tinge of sadness lingered in my expression.However, the weight of Damien's wealth is overwhelming, enveloping me in an aura of extravagant luxury. But beneath the surface, I'm carrying the pains and trauma
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Twenty-Five
The drive was something else. I mean, I was a nervous wreck the whole time. Every now and then, I couldn't resist sneaking a peek at him. And I swear I am sure the front driver noticed from the rear mirror. It was like my eyes were magnetically drawn to him. I was just so infatuated! He looked so relaxed, leaning his head back against the car seat with his eyes closed. I couldn't help but notice his index finger tapping gently on his thigh. It was such a calm and peaceful sight.But remembering how much of a monster he was, a surge of anger wells up inside me which makes me want to strangle him to death instantly. But at the same time, I couldn't help but be captivated by his well-shaped peaceful face. It's like he has this Greek god vibe that's just so tempting and alluring, making it so difficult to resist. He looks so calm and gentle with his eyes closed, making me have a second thought if there was an actual reason behind his dark facade. Because how on earth can a good-looki
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My heart raced as I found myself lost in a maelstrom of thoughts. My mind kept warning me, listing countless reasons to resist his charms. But those electric sparks between us made it nearly impossible to ignore. I could feel his gaze on me as he leaned back, his eyes locked with mine. The tension in the air was striking. And at that moment, I could have sworn I caught a flicker of desire in his eyes, a lustful shade that sent shivers down my spine. But just as quickly as it appeared, it vanished, replaced by his signature cocky smile. It was as if he had a secret he was enjoying keeping from me.And with a quick glance at the paparazzi and the eager crowd, a satisfied smile played on his lips. But then, he turned his attention back to me and stretched out his hand, a sudden show of affection that aroused my curiosity. Nonetheless, I couldn't help but be intrigued by his unpredictable nature. Shit….. Fuck it! He's definitely throwing me off with his sudden change in demeanor, making
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Twenty-Seven
Damien"Sebastian..." I called out, my face contorting with a slight frown. Seriously, do I really have to deal with this annoying person right now?But the idiot flashed me a grin, glancing at Eros and Pasito before turning his gaze back to me. "Hey, bro... it's been ages," he said with that same grin plastered on his face.I shot him a glare, already fed up with his presence. And you know what's even funnier? Even though he's my cousin, Eros, and Pasito never liked him. That guy is just terrible, or should I say my dad's little plaything. He is my cousin, Sebastian Albrecht…… though I still wonder how I managed to have this fool as my cousin. Yeks!…….. I had a bunch of cousins, and this fool, Sebastian, is one of them. Even though they're answering that influential surname, they're not exactly well-known to the public. But as for me, I was the recognized heir to the Albrecht group, and this was the reputation my father had painstakingly built from scratch."Sebastian, why are y
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Twenty-Eight
I was shocked, confused, and couldn't find the right words to say. Seeing Mason after all this time stirred up a mix of emotions inside me, one which I couldn't quite comprehend. It's like my heart and mind are playing a confusing game. No way! I totally wasn't expecting them here, this was never the kind of party Mason attends though despite his profession as a medical doctor, we always end up almost every weekend in a nightclub which will crazily be booming with loud music and the smell of vodka. So that's why I was surprised to see him here…… seems like Olivia might have been the one to drag him here. But how did she know that I would be coming? There were a lot of questions swirling around my head while looking at the two love birds. Was she here to ridicule me by flashing my ex in front of me? How shameless!! "Hmmm…… Where is your charming prince?" She scowled, a taunting smirk on her lips as she asked with a raised brow. I cleared my throat and tried to compose myself, "Oli
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Twenty-nine
The party was still going strong, and there I was, standing in the corner with a glass of wine, next to Damien who seemed completely engrossed in the conversation with those two guys. I couldn't help but feel a bit isolated, observing them. I wondered what they were discussing that had captured Damien's interest.Though on the one hand, I was kinda stoked when Damien put Marson and Olivia in their place earlier. But deep down, I couldn't help but feel a pang of sympathy for Marson. And I bet Olivia would have some trouble catching some sleep for days after that. Though it's just sad that all of Damien's actions were just for show and not genuine. "Hey, have you guys laid eyes on him?" Damien asked, his hand tugging me closer. I took a deep breath, catching a whiff of his cologne, the scent enveloping my senses. The dude with the tinted hair chuckled before responding, "Nah, haven't spotted him yet.""But you guys claimed he got an invite," Damien retorted, shooting them a fierce
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He stretched out his right hand, and I took it, my eyes fixating on the black scorpion tattoo encircling his wrist. It wasn't very clear since his sleeve partially covered it, but something about it felt familiar. Suddenly, my mind flashed back to Damien's tattoo. It bore a striking resemblance to the one before me.Seems like he caught onto my long stare because he pulled his hand back real quick and let out a little cough. Trying to act all cool, I said, "I'm Ashley..." And he just nodded, like he knew exactly who I was. It made me chuckle a bit. "It seems like you already know," I mumbled."Yeah, you're right. Being married to Damien Albrecht, it's totally possible," he said with a smile, which made me chuckle and feel a little embarrassed. How could I have possibly forgotten?"Hmmm... yeah," I muttered softly, my voice barely audible, as I nervously scratched my neck, feeling embarrassed. But he just laughed it off, brushing it aside. His laugh seemed contagious but so sad I wasn
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Thirty-One
Just as tension filled the air, a voice suddenly echoed through the hallway, breaking the silence. It was a relief to hear something that interrupted the impending disaster. "Mr. Damien," Senator Juan stuttered from the far end of the hallway. And behind him is a group of people that I am sure were curious to see what was going on.Ignoring Senator Juan, Damien looked beside him. He gave the men in black attire a close look before I noticed an indistinct frown suddenly settled on his face. "Hmm... You came with them?" His lips stretched into a thin line. He then glanced at Alexander before looking at me. I couldn't help but feel a surge of curiosity and apprehension. Damien's reaction to the men in black attire was questionable. His frown seemed to suggest that he wasn't pleased with their presence. I felt his gaze fixed on me for a while, slowly scanning my body in search of any wound due to my screams earlier and the gunshot. My eye was fixed on his triangular neatly curve
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“Do you, Jessica Hall, take Sebastian Albrecht as your wedded husband, to have and to know from this day forward, for better or for worse, for richer or for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish till death do you apart?” "Yes, I do," Jessica replied, earning a loud excited clap from the crowd. It has been four years and here we are in the church, witnessing the wedding of Sebastian and doctor Jessica. I don’t know but I feel like the happiest today, I have always blessed their union. Sitting beside me is Mrs. Albrecht, carrying my three years old son, Ryan, in her arms. He is just the cardboard copy of his father, Damien. The only thing he took from me is just my deep blue ocean eyes, other features are just like that of Damien. Damien rubbed my right hand, and perked it before intertwining them in his. I looked at him and smiled, he didn’t lie when he said that he will make things right again. He had been incredibly sweet, easy going, jovial and
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Ashley Time flies and before I knew it it was morning already. I spoke with Sebastian yesterday and he told me that he will be coming with a surprise package. Knock. Knock“I am coming," I shouted and perked Mrs. Catherina in the cheeks and hurried to open the door. “Hey Sebastian," I greeted with a warm smile and he smiled back. “How have you been?" “Just there," I replied, my eyes curiously trailing all over him for any present or anything but he came empty handed. Where is the surprise package?" Hey, you said that you have something that will cheer me up,” I pouted and he laughed while walking in." Yeah, I did," he replied but just then, Mrs. Catherina walked in. “Hey Sebastian." “Wow!" He went in to give her a warm hug, though I noticed they exchanged a strange look. What was that for? I opened my mouth to ask, but Sebastian beat me to it, “So, Ash, how's my little nephew?” He plopped down on the couch, and Mrs. Catherina returned to her cooking, humming a tune in the k
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Damien The room is dark, with a smell of alcohol lingering in the air. I sat on the ground with another bottle of alcohol and leaned my head against the wall. It has been four good months that I haven’t seen Ashley. I have tried to reach her, to explain things but it was all a futile mission. She doesn’t want to see me. She had blocked me on all the social media platforms from reaching her. Since her absence, life has been hard and bitter on my side. I had to give up her father’s company and resigned as the owner but still she doesn’t want me. I know I wronged her but I am ready to fix things. To show her the sweet, jovial, and easy going side of me.But I guess it is all too late now. I pulled my hair and took another huge sip from the drink. For the past few months, I have regretted the life I had lived. How I had neglected her. I blamed myself day and night for not being so serious in finding her then after that night.I hated myself more…. More for the constant abuses,
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It's been three months since I left Los Angeles, and I must admit, I miss Damien every single day. He's tried every possible way to reach me, bombarding me with countless apologies and calls, desperate to make things right. Yet, despite the ache in my heart, I still yearn for him. But the painful realization runs too deep, and I just can't bring myself to go back to him. My heart and mind are at war, torn between the love I still feel and the hurt I thought I'd never overcome.I felt utterly betrayed, so I blocked Damien on all social media platforms. Since then, the only people I've been in contact with are Sebastian and Jessica. Though I've also heard through the grapevine that Damien has relinquished control of my father's company and resigned as owner. But I couldn't care less, my father is already dead. As I sat on the couch, staring blankly at the TV in front of me, my mind wandered, not even concentrating on the news. When suddenly, the doorbell rang, signaling that someone
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Ninety- Eight
AshleyThe airport is full of people leaving and entering from arriving flights. I sat down on the bench there waiting patiently for my flight, when suddenly the airport's public address system crackled to life. The air traffic control personnel announce, their voice echoing through the terminal..."Attention all passengers and airport personnels, due to severe weather conditions, all flight departures are currently suspended. Please check with your airline for further updates and instructions.""What?!" I gasped, shocked. Which weather? I thought, glancing up at the small opening up there to see the sky but to my surprise, it was clear. Not a cloud in sight, no sign of rain or even a hint of turbulence.What are they now talking about? I wasn't the only one perplexed, my fellow passengers exchanged confused glances, and a low murmur and noises started rising and that’s when my phone beeped. I pulled it out from my pocket and it was Sebastian. "Hey, Sebastian," I answered, steppi
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amien. Swirling my office chair around, my mind kept drafting to different directions. I won’t deny the fact that I am kind of scared about the abortion that Ashley is about to go through but then again… . I rubbed my face, and let out a deep sigh. What if I lose her? God forbid! I don’t think I will survive that, picking out my phone to dial Ashley’s number when suddenly the door to my office opened and Lucas walked in. "Good evening, boss," he said, but I just raised an eyebrow in response. Noticing my expression, he added, "Someone is here to see you, boss."Someone is here to see me? Who? I am not expecting anyone.“Who?" I asked, eyeing him up suspiciously. He gulped hard and scratched his neck nervously, “I think is best to see him," Him?Giving him a suspicious glare, I leaned back in my chair and nodded for him to let the person in. He nodded and went back to the door. My curiosity widened as the door opened, and I readjust to see the person but to my surprise, Seba
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Ninety-six
Tears were rushing down my face as I hurried down stairs. All my world seemed to be crumbling before me for real this time. My heart was full of pain, and hurt.I haven’t felt this broken before all through my life. It feels like I am suffocating. I held my chest, feeling a painful tug against my heart. So all the time I have been living with that monster from that very night. He was the reason that my life was full of pain, bruises, suffering and trauma. I was almost downstairs, when a hand suddenly grabbed me from behind and pulled me into an empty corridor in the restaurant. "Ash, please calm down, let's talk," Sebastian whispered urgently beside me. But I shook my head, tears streaming down my face. "No! No!" I exclaimed, my voice cracking. "He broke me!" I wailed, and Sebastian pulled me in a tight, comforting hug. I continued to sob, screaming, and venting all my anger and frustration until exhaustion took over.**** ***** Sitting across the table alone with Sebastian
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Ninety-Five
“And how is this related to the stranger?" I turned to Sebastian but Layla was quick to answer. “I just wanted to tell you how everything happened,” she said, attempting to look pitiful But I am not buying those cheap looks on her face. She had betrayed me, and I wasn't about to forget it. " Then be fast, I don’t have all day,” I snapped, my patience wearing thin. Sebastian patted my hand to calm down. "After I caught them, I threatened to tell you," Layla said, tears streaming down her face. "Honestly, I wanted to tell you, but they used my grandma's condition against me." She sobbed, but I raised an eyebrow at her. "He offered to treat her for free if I kept quiet and went along with their plan. I was devastated...," she trailed off, sniffling. Sebastian handed her a tissue across the table, and she took it, turning to face me. "They threatened to kick my grandma out if I didn't cooperate. You know how much I love her; she's my only living relative. So, I agreed to play a
Bound by Betrayal Chapter Ninety- four
My ringing tone pulled me out of my sleep, and I yawned, stretching out my hand to grab the phone from the nightstand beside the bed. Again, Damien hadn't slept here last night. My head pounded as I tried to sit up straight in bed. I picked up the call without checking the caller ID and placed the phone to my ear. "Yes?" I sounded drowsy, my voice husky from sleep."Are you just waking up?" Sebastian chuckled from the other end of the line. Startled, I pulled the phone away and checked the caller ID. "Fuck," I hissed under my breath. "It's still morning," I said, yawning. I heard him chuckle again before saying, "When you're done, come to the eatery at Street 10 by the roadside." "Why?" I asked, my curiosity piqued. "It's about our last discussion," he replied. My gaze widened, and I instantly sat up straight in bed, my heart racing."Did you find anything?" I asked, clinging to the duvet in fear. I heard Sebastian sigh before saying, "Just come out, at least by 10 o'clock.
