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Chains of Desire, Bonds of Love Chapter 10 Vienna
The phone on the table buzzed incessantly. Ethan didn't even spare it a glance. Eventually, tired of the disturbance, he switched it off. At that moment, the gentle chime of windbells announced Lily's entrance. She mischievously winked and waved at him.With twinkling eyes, she settled beside him. Deliberately, she leaned in, taking a playful sniff at his neck, and then patted his head approvingly. "Good, my 'Maestro' hasn't been tainted by the smell of money today. Well done!""Maestro" was a nickname Lily had given Ethan. While his primary business was in media and culture, he played the piano exceptionally well. Lily had first met him when she was assisting a classmate with a music score for a CD. A random collaboration had sparked their romance. At first, she was reserved and reluctant to his advances, but over time, she opened up, revealing her chirpy and jovial self. This change gave Ethan the perfect opportunity to win her heart. If anyone asked Ethan why he liked Lily, it migh
Last Updated : 2023-11-21Chains of Desire, Bonds of Love Chapter 11 Performance
One day, Aria Mitchell called Lily Parker in a frantic rush, "Lily, I need your help urgently! I had promised Professor Whitmore that I'd be helping at the inauguration ceremony of the new children's welfare center in West City tomorrow. I was to lead the kids in a song for the guests. But there's an emergency at home, and I can't make it. Can you go in my stead?""Me?" Lily paused, stunned for a moment, then responded, "Aria, I studied piano, not vocals. Are you sure I'd be suitable?""Oh, come on," Aria pleaded. "Professor Whitmore knows you. She even once mentioned that you have a lovely voice, remember? It's better than having no one show up. Besides, it's for a good cause! Please, do it for me. I promise to treat you to a lavish meal afterward!"After a moment of consideration, given that she had no other plans the next day, Lily cheerfully agreed, "Alright then."The next day, Lily rose early and hurriedly made her way to the children's welfare center located on the city's outsk
Last Updated : 2023-11-21Chains of Desire, Bonds of Love Chapter 12 Unexpected encounter
It was an unexpected encounter.In truth, he had spotted her the moment she arrived at the bus stop. She wore a pink T-shirt, paired with snug-fitting jeans. Her long hair was carelessly tied into a ponytail, revealing a slender, enticing neck. The fair complexion of her skin extended down to her prominent collarbone. Such natural beauty was undeniably alluring to any man.On the vast stage, she was the only one who had caught his eye. Her delicate figure had continuously tugged at his heartstrings. He couldn't pinpoint the reason, especially knowing she was involved with a friend of his.Caught off guard, Lily took a step back, instinctively declining, "Thank you for the offer, Mr. Sterling. But I'll take the bus. I wouldn't want to inconvenience you."Julian's eyebrow quirked, a teasing smile on his lips. He acted as though he hadn't heard her refusal, jestingly warning, "You better hurry up. Parking here is restricted. If the police spot us, I'll get a fine." His voice was casual,
Last Updated : 2023-11-21Chains of Desire, Bonds of Love Chapter 13 Dinner (I)
The gentle, lingering rain had persisted for an entire week, but it finally ceased. The asphalt road in front of the Skyview Towers gleamed with a fresh wet sheen."Mr. Sterling!" Lily Parker exclaimed as she spotted Julian Sterling emerging from his private elevator. She hurriedly clutched her shopping bag and approached him.Julian paused, his gaze fixating on her. For a moment, he appeared to not recognize her, his eyes slightly narrowed, and a look of distant unfamiliarity settled on his face. After what felt like an eternity, a hint of a smile crept onto his lips, and he echoed her tone, saying, "Ah, Miss Parker. What brings you here?"Although his words were accompanied by a faint smile, Lily couldn't shake off the coldness she felt from his voice. A sense of unease filled her, as if deep down she knew Julian was a man of danger, someone she shouldn’t mess with. Pushing away the intimidating aura he exuded, she handed him the bag, speaking slowly, "Thank you for lending me your
Last Updated : 2023-11-22Chains of Desire, Bonds of Love Chapter 14 Dinner (II)
The performance of the new car was impressive, and they arrived at their destination in less than twenty minutes. The facade of the buffet-themed restaurant was expansive and uniquely decorated. Julian, ever the gentleman, opened the door for Lily, but the bustling noises emanating from inside made him unconsciously furrow his brow.It was dinner time, and the place was packed. Before they could even step into the main hall, an efficient-looking receptionist handed them a number: "18."Julian squinted his eyes and slid them toward Lily, asking, "What's this?"Lily chuckled awkwardly, "Um, it means we have to wait in line for a table. Eighteen tables, to be precise." She hadn't expected the place to be this crowded on a non-weekend and mentally kicked herself for the oversight.Lily Parker looked up, carefully observing Julian Sterling. His face was expressionless, and today he'd opted for a simple striped shirt, his hair freshly trimmed, some of it rebelliously sticking up. His tall a
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Inside the dimly lit car, Julian Sterling's gaze was drawn to Lily Parker's elegant neck, reminiscent of a daytime swan. The thought of what it might feel like to caress that neck with a kiss made him catch his breath. A smirk formed on his face, followed by a chuckle. This girl, she gets flustered so easily, still so naive.Upon arriving at the school gates, Lily hurriedly mumbled a "Thank you," eager to disembark from the car. To her surprise, the central lock hadn't been released. The corner of Julian's mouth curved into a subtle grin. "What's the rush?" he asked. Unexpectedly, he leaned in closer, the warmth of his breath brushing against her face. With a soft click, he undid her seatbelt. His cool fingers deliberately brushed against her exposed skin. With a teasing tone, he whispered into her ear, "What's Ms. Parker so afraid of? It's not like I'd eat you up..." His seductive voice was truly tantalizing.For a moment, a palpable tension filled the car. Lily's heartbeat thundered
Last Updated : 2023-11-22Chains of Desire, Bonds of Love Chapter 16 Setup (I)
Step by step, many find themselves sinking deeper into the quagmire of love, yet they revel in it. It’s akin to drinking poison to quench one’s thirst — the more one desires, the less one attains.The weather that evening was refreshingly crisp. The hazy night resembled a piece of refined black veil, deep and enigmatic. Coincidentally, it was also Isabella's birthday, and this year she had invited Lily Parker to celebrate with her.Lily confessed to being unfamiliar with the venue, to which Isabella eagerly offered to personally pick her up.No sooner had Lily stepped into the car than Isabella took a moment to marvel at her, exclaiming with envy, "No wonder Ethan keeps you hidden away like a treasured gem! If I were a man, I’d compete with him for you. Just look at how stunning you are today, overshadowing even the birthday girl like me."Lily blushed and chuckled, her cheeks dimpling charmingly, "Are you teasing me, senior? Everyone knows you’re the beauty of our school. Who can com
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One of the men, with a somewhat rogueish demeanor, stood up, swaying slightly with his tall, lean body as he held his drink. He greeted them, "Of course we have you. But being late for your own party means you have to down three drinks, no exceptions." He casually draped an arm around Isabella's shoulder, but his lustful eyes fixated on Lily Parker. "Who's this lovely lady? Haven't seen her before..." The moment Lily had walked in, her long, fair legs had caught his attention."My junior, Lily Parker," Isabella swatted his hand away, giving him a stern look. She pulled Lily close, "Lily, this is Preston Harrow. He's a friend. A good guy, but a little over the top at times. Hope you don't mind."Lily, unaware of the underlying dynamics, offered an awkward smile, "Hello.""All good, all good!" Preston's gaze never left Lily. A gulp rolled down his throat, perhaps due to the alcohol, he felt a sudden warmth.Isabella shot him a meaningful look and said, "Let's sit down and talk." She sea
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However, Lily seemed indifferent to his efforts, which only added to his frustration. One day, as Lily was tearfully watching a movie, Julian, feeling neglected, couldn't stand it anymore. "Why watch these kinds of movies? They're so unproductive, and you'll ruin your eyes crying." He didn't find the movie touching at all; in fact, he disliked any movie that made her cry.Lily gave him a look and said with a nasal voice, "You go watch your financial reports and economic news, and don't bother me!" Julian immediately shut up but still stayed by her side. In the movie, the heroine tells the hero that they should walk a hundred steps away from each other, and if they look back and still see each other, she would listen to him.Lily was feeling emotional when Julian, in a mood-killing moment, said, "Why walk? Just hug her and kiss her un
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Julian began to understand after Charlotte's talk. Just when he was at a loss for how to make amends, a timely call from his mother, Mrs. Sterling, came to his rescue. Mrs. Sterling called Lily directly. Lily was somewhat surprised and nervously answered, "Mom." "Lily, have your parents gone back?" "Yes." "Then why haven't you and Julian come back for dinner? Are you two having a quarrel?" Lily stuttered in response, "No, no, we're just busy, sorry, Mom.""I don't think it's just being busy. I asked Julian, and those rumors in the newspaper are all false. Don't worry too much about it," Mrs. Sterling reassured. "Yes, I'm fine, Mom. Don't worry about me," Lily responded. Mrs. Sterling was referring to the previous day's entertainment headlines, which speculated about Julian's new love interest. Lily had to admit, seeing that report did unsettle her for a moment.
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Even as a young boy, too proud to ask for help, he would just softly call her "sister," and she would relent. As he grew up and became a man in his own right, he no longer needed her help.Charlotte sat down again, "Now you're worried, but where was this concern earlier? Do you really want to lose your wife before you're happy?" "I won't divorce her. She can't make me," Julian said stubbornly.Charlotte shook her head disapprovingly. With that temper, it's a miracle things haven't fallen apart already. "What you need to do is keep Lily's heart. What's the use of just keeping her physically? Mom just asked about Lily; I guess she doesn't know about your issues, does she?""How could I tell her?" Julian nodded, then curiously asked what else their mother had said.
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Marriage is like a besieged city; those outside want to get in, and those inside want to escape. — Qian ZhongshuAfter Sophia Sterling had her fill and fussed around Lily Parker for a while, she gradually fell asleep.Lily rested her hand on the bedside, half-leaning against the bed frame, and gazed thoughtfully at her son, who bore a striking resemblance to Julian Sterling.Her mother's words still echoed in her ears, "It takes a hundred years to share a boat, a thousand to share a pillow. Marriage isn't child's play; it's not something you enter or leave on a whim. These young people are just being reckless." Her mother's eyes were full of disapproval. "Lily, don't you agree?"Recently, TV dramas
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As if remembering something, she picked up her suitcase, unzipped it, and pulled out a gray sweater that was still unfinished, with a ball of yarn attached. It was clear from the style that it was a men's sweater.She touched the pattern on it and said, "I secretly learned to knit this from Aria. I wanted to surprise you on your birthday. It's not very well done. I kept dropping stitches at the beginning, and it's badly damaged."She held up the sweater for him to see, a hint of a smile on her lips, though it was a smile filled with bitterness.Julian Sterling cleared his throat and, regardless of whether she wanted it or not, pulled her tightly into his arms, repeatedly saying, "I'm sorry, Lily, I was wrong... I'm so sorry..."
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The air in the room seemed to freeze."What did you just say?" Julian Sterling spoke softly but held Lily Parker's wrist tightly, his eyes narrowing dangerously. "I didn't quite catch that. Say it again."Lily lowered her gaze and took a deep breath. "I said, we should..." She hesitated.The all-too-familiar scent overwhelmed her as he swept her into his arms. He kissed her deeply, shutting down all the words she didn't want to hear, trapping them between their entwined lips and tongues.She widened her eyes and struggled weakly. Her feeble punches landed on him, neither hurting nor bothering him. She eventually collapsed into his embrace, allowing him to do as he pleased.
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These past few days, Julian's god mother had been visiting their home. She doted on Julian the most, and since she couldn't attend their wedding, this was her first time meeting Lily, and she naturally scrutinized her daughter-in-law with a discerning eye."Sweetie, your husband isn't complaining of being tired. Why are you?" Julian bit her lip gently and spoke slowly, then lifted her nightgown, sliding off her undergarments and caressing her, before gently entering her.Her sweetness drove him wild. It had been so long since they'd been together, and his passion couldn't be contained. He pushed into her again and again, making her whimper in pain and pleasure. He held her down, much like a butterfly pinned and ravished.He still craved more, lifting her legs onto his should
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Lunch was served in the art gallery's attached restaurant, and Amelia Hamilton's parents also joined. It was her first exhibition as the gallery's director, and this meal served as a small celebration, with many friends and acquaintances filling up the table. Lily Parker ate her meal quietly, responding politely to any questions and maintaining her composure. Although Mrs. Sterling felt that Lily's performance could have been better, she found it quite satisfactory. At the very least, there was nothing to criticize.Towards the end of the meal, Julian Sterling called Lily on her phone. The restaurant was noisy, so Lily politely excused herself and went to the foyer to answer the call."Where are you? It sounds lively over there," Julian's voice sounded somewhat lazy, as if he had just woken up.
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As the cool spring night settled in, Julian pulled the blanket higher, covering them both. He whispered softly, "Enough 'buts.' I'm here for everything, and you can always trust me. It's getting late, and I have an early morning meeting. Let's get some rest, okay?"Julian Sterling, the unwavering head of the family, held a position that was beyond reproach, even in matters of the heart. In his world, his words were law. Just a few days after their wedding, Julian decided to embark on a business trip to Singapore, which would keep him away for half a month.Lily Parker constantly reassured herself, reminding herself that she had married this man and integrating into his family was her duty. After all, those in high positions were just ordinary people, and with effort and determination, she could surely adapt. However, reality had diff
