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My heart tugs in my chest as I think about my time with Logan. It was all a lie. From the onset, he had said no to falling in love, but being the lost puppy that I am when it comes to love, I fell hard for him. Now, watching him kiss another woman feels like a punch to my gut.I look closely and realize she is someone familiar. It’s the popular Samantha. Then it dawns on me that she is the one Laura was talking about earlier today, and Asher just minutes ago.I stare back at Asher. "You... you knew about this?" I ask, my voice stuttering.Asher looks everywhere but at me. I know he is consumed with guilt. "Nadine, I'm sorry. I tried to block you from seeing this, but I guess I was wrong."I turn my attention back to Logan and Samantha and realize he is looking at her with so much love and admiration like no one else matters except her. I doubt he ever looked at me like that. My heart tugs in my chest as I realize I am only temporary in his heart, and his heart belongs to someone else
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But before I can turn around, Logan grips my hand firmly. I wince in pain. "Logan, you are hurting me," I hissed.But he remained silent. Instead, he turns me around, and my breasts collide with his chest. I notice his body stiffen from the effect of my touch, and my own body responds with tingling sensations erupting around me.We stare at each other for what feels like forever. His mouth is close to my ear. "You will follow my every command and know your place. You will be my wife in every sense of the word. You will fulfill your duty by producing an heir. And remember, no falling in love," he says, gripping my hands lightly.My heart pounds in my chest. His breath is warm against my ear, sending shivers through my veins. He releases my hands, but his words leave a lasting impact on me.Logan steps back, his eyes dark and intense, never leaving mine. Fear and defiance boil inside me, but I know better than to challenge him now. I swallow hard, trying to steady my racing heart and
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“Samantha will be staying with us for a few days, and I expect you to be on your best behavior,” Logan says, with a clipped tone.“As we both know, I won’t interfere with you as long as you don’t get in my way, just like the contract stipulates.”I open my mouth, ready to curse him out, but I bite the inside of my cheek, forcing myself to stay silent. It’s infuriating how he constantly brings up the contract, using it as a reason for his demands.“Noted,” I say, nodding my head.“Good. I’m glad we’re on the same page,” he replies. “Will that be all?”I ask with a forced smile, “Because I need to retire to bed and get my beauty sleep.”Logan nods, his gaze still steady. “Yes, that will be all. Have a good night, Nadine.”I rise from the couch and head towards the door, eager to escape the tension in the room. As I walk away, I can feel Logan’s eyes on my back, but I refuse to turn around. I’ve decided to forget the events of the night and focus on moving forward with a plan in mind. I
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I am all alone in the house and wonder where everyone has gone. I make my way through the kitchen to eat lunch. The silence is unnerving. I remember leaving everyone in the living room after breakfast.Earlier, I had opted to go to the swimming pool to clear my head. My heart sinks in my chest when I see Logan and Samantha swimming together. They seem so happy.Logan's eyes lock onto Samantha's as they kiss passionately. It confirms that the kiss at the gala wasn't a mistake, but something that will continue for a long time.Logan sits by the pool with his legs in the water. Samantha is between his legs, her neck stretched up as she gazes into Logan's eyes. Logan's eyes are full of smiles as he draws her lips to his.Asher catches me staring at them. I don't want to hear anything he has to say because he knows about Logan and Samantha and still encourages me to pursue my feelings for Logan.I know by now I should have sucked it up and not acted on my feelings for him."Nadine," he cal
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First, I need to process this news. I lean my head against the cool bathroom tiles, letting the reality sink in. Later, I pace back and forth, wondering what I will do now that I know my fate. I don't know if I should be happy, scream, or just feel down about the result. I am pregnant, and I don't know what to do.This is too much for me right now. With everything going on between Logan and me, I never imagined things would go this way.I walk out of the bathroom and slump down on the bed, staring up at the ceiling with thoughts racing through my mind. I can't stay here and watch everything fall apart. I have to get out, even if it's temporary.I go to my closet, searching for comfortable clothes. After much contemplation, I settled on a sundress. I comb my hair and tie it into a bun, glancing into the mirror. My eyes look pale and tired. The signs were there all along, but I never paid much attention to them. I dab my face with a bit of makeup to cover the dullness.I take a good
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I step out of the room, emotions I can't put into words flood over me. The corridor is quiet, but the soft hum of the hospital machinery fills the air. It's getting late, and I'm not usually one to spend late hours outside, but a thought strikes me. I need to let loose. "Fuck my life," I mutter to myself as I spot a bar just a few steps away. My legs move on their own, carrying me into the bar.Walking into the bar, I notice it’s crowded. Jeez, and it’s not even Friday yet. I thought people came to unwind mostly on weekends. For fuck’s sake, it’s just Tuesday.The music is so loud I can feel the beat in my chest as I move through the throng of people. "Girl, this is not my typical definition of fun," I think to myself. "What then is your definition of fun?" a voice chides me in my head. "Whatever," I reply to the voice and walk over to the bar. The bartender notices me.“Hey, pretty, what’s up? Are you new here? I haven’t seen this face before.”I roll my eyes at him. "How come yo
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Logan's POVI’m lounging in the garden with Samantha when I spot Richie driving in. My heart leaps with the thought of seeing Nadine again, but when she doesn’t emerge, my excitement fades.Samantha tries to snap me out of my daze. "Babe, what's up with you? You look like shit," she says, waving her hand in front of my face.I grab her hand, yank it down, and shoot her a cold glare."Oops, sorry," she says, taking a sip of wine from her glass.I stand up and head over to Richie. "Where the hell is my wife?"He bows his head in greeting. "Good day, sir.""Cut to the chase. What’s good about the day? Where the hell is my wife?""I dropped her at the hospital," Richie replies. "She told me not to wait for her."I ball my hands into fists and clench my jaw. I feel like punching him right now, but I manage to keep my composure. "You fucking left her alone? What did I fucking tell you? Take her wherever she wants to go and stand watch over her!" I roar in anger.My mind races with all the t
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He is taken aback by the sudden action and turns his face to me. I give him a devious glare that makes him step back, but he gradually regains his composure. "What the fuck, man?" he mutters.Nadine also senses the forceful pull away from him and looks at me. I know she hates my guts; she scrunches her face in disgust, but my name rolls out of her mouth. "Logan."That is my cue to step closer to her. "Let's go home. And what the fuck are you doing here with this dude?" I say, pointing at the guy standing.Nadine's eyes narrow as she looks at me. "None of your business, Logan. I came here to get away from you."The guy steps forward, his fists clenched. "She doesn't need to go anywhere with you if she doesn't want to.""Leave her the fuck alone," I growl, turning to him with my jaw clenched and fists held in check, resisting the urge to punch him. How dare he touch what is mine? He has no right to touch my Nadine, and now he made her rest her head on his goddamn chest. "Who are you
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As I turn to face him, my body stiffens, and my mind races with thoughts of what he might say. I hope it's not something that will break my heart. I try to compose myself, thinking of Shawn's needs first. "Please, I'll need to take care of Shawn, then I'll be back," I say, trying to sound calm."Can I carry him in my arms?" he asks, with emotion in his voice."Yes," I reply, but as I try to hand Shawn over, he clings to me like a lifeline. I couldn't force him to let go."I'm sorry, I'll need to go now, but I'll be back," I tell him, trying to reassure him as I make my way to take care of Shawn. I can feel his gaze on me, but I know I need to prioritize Shawn's needs right now.Part of me wants to turn back and confront whatever it is he wants to tell me.I focus on Shawn's tiny hands wrapped tightly around my finger, his big brown eyes looking up at me. I take a deep breath and push aside my worriesAs I care for Shawn, my mind swirls with a hundred thoughts. After finishing with his
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I glance around the room, my heart pounds as I shift my gaze between Mum and Gabriel, trying to make sense of their argument or the secret they’re hiding.“Mum, please,” I say, my voice trembling. “What is going on? Can you just say it?” I gesture toward Gabriel. "I don’t even know this man, but if he can donate a kidney for you, he must mean something. Who is he? What does he want?"Mum meets my eyes for a second, then looks at Gabriel. Her lips press into a thin line as she squeezes her eyes shut. For a long moment, she’s silent, shaking her head slowly, as though wrestling with thoughts she can’t bring herself to say aloud.“Mum, what is this? Can you just say it and get it over with?” my patience wears thin. I can feel she has a secret she’s holding onto tightly.Before she can respond, a sharp, piercing scream echoes through the house. Shawn. He’s awake, and the absence of anyone around has startled him.Without a second thought, I dash to his room. He’s sitting on the bed, his
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Nadine’s POVI toss and turn, barely getting a wink of sleep last night. But today is Saturday, and all I want to do is curl up in bed with my boy by my side. The thought of going back to my apartment exhausts me - I don't have the strength to face it. And honestly, I'm scared of unwanted guests showing up unannounced. My mind still reels from the near-attack at my apartment. All I crave is a peaceful day with my son, in the comfort of my mother's home. I need my coffee, so I quietly make my way downstairs to the kitchen, trying not to wake my son or mother, who I'm sure is still sleeping soundly in her room. Just as I'm pouring myself a cup of coffee, a sudden knock on the door startles me. I wonder who it could be, so I cautiously make my way to the door and slowly open it. On the other side, I see a well-dressed man around my dad's age, with a kind face and a warm smile. "Hello," I say nervously. "Hello," he replies, "I'm Gabriel, the kidney donor." His words take me by surp
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Logan's POV As I watch, Ethan storms out of the house, his face thunderous. I know exactly what that means - the discussion between Nadine, and him in the backyard didn't go well. My mind starts racing with thoughts, each one tumbling over the other in a jumbled mess. I know I need to act fast, to be there for Nadine and Shawn. I can hear the panic in Nadine's voice, and my heart aches for her. In this moment, I wish we were a family - Nadine, Shawn, and me - united in our love for our child.But I know that's not possible, at least not yet. What I can do is make time for Shawn, to build a connection with him. I'm determined to make co-parenting work, no matter what it takes.I look at Nadine, I know I need to be careful. I shouldn't reveal too much to her, not yet. I'm not sure how well she can take it, and I don't want to add to her stress. So I'll bide my time, waiting for the right moment to share my thoughts and feelings with her. For now, I'll just be here for her, supporting
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My front collides with his chest as I struggle to break free. "Just let me go, please. I need to rest."But Logan holds tight, his breath fanning my face, threatening to crumble my resolve. "Don't you want to get answers to your questions?" he asks.I try to steel myself, but my heart races at his words. And then he drops the bombshell: "Yes, someone is after your life."He says it so matter-of-factly like he's commenting on the weather. I step back, unsure how to react to this news. I need assurance, "You're lying, right?" my voice barely above a whisper.Logan's face softens, and for a moment, I see pity in his eyes. "Wait, this is true?" I ask, with alarm, as I finally grasp the gravity of the situation.He nods solemnly. "I wasn't lying when I said someone was after your life. I've had two attempts to uncover who's responsible, but both leads ended in dead ends."I'm stunned, my mind racing with fear. I shove my hands into my hair. "Oh my goodness!" I exclaim."My son, is he in
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Ethan turns to me, "Are you two back together now?" I'm taken aback by the question, not expecting him to be so direct. I slowly make my way beside him and sit down, choosing my words carefully.I know Ethan doesn't need to know the intricacies of my relationship with Logan. His son deserves the chance to bond with his father without anyone interfering. I wouldn't want someone to deny my child that right, and I won't deny Shawn that either.Instead of answering his question, I turn the tables. "Are you aware that Sydney blocked all means for Logan to reach me?" I ask, studying Ethan's reaction, trying to gauge his emotions. He tenses for a moment, before turning to face me. His eyes narrow slightly, and I sense a hint of surprise, maybe even defensiveness. Ethan's expression turns defensive, with his voice rising. "Is that the lie he told you?" he retorts"Just answer my question, are you aware or not?"Ethan's voice grows louder, his words tumbling out in a rush. "Of what use is
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I understand why Logan is upset, but we can't keep fighting like this. But how can we do that when Logan's still hurting from the past and Ethan's trying to insert himself into our lives? I feel like I'm stuck in the middle, trying to mediate between two men who both want to be involved in my son's life. I wish Logan could see that Ethan's not trying to replace him, but I know that's hard for him to accept right now. "What is he doing here?" Logan growls, his voice low and menacing.My mom appears, a nervous look on her face. "Logan, please calm down. This isn't the time or place."But Logan is beyond reason. He's seeing red, and I know I need to intervene before things escalate further.Ethan is playing hide and seek with my son, his laughter and smiles are rich compared to the anger he unleashed at the flower shop. I turn to Logan, his clenched jaw a visible sign of the anger he's struggling to keep in check. His eyes narrow, his gaze fixed on Ethan with disgust. Ethan's eyes l
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He stays quiet for a while, collecting his thoughts before speaking. "It's been hell since you left New York, Nadine.”I interrupt him, my words spilling out in a rush. "Since I left New York or since you sent me out of your house?" I ask, in a bitter voice. "Do you think I'd want to be anywhere close to you here in America? I was happy when I was invited to Canada to stay, and that was one of the best decisions of my life. There, I had peace."Logan's eyes narrow, his face tense, but he says nothing, letting the silence stretch out between us. "I know I wasn't the best to you, I've spent every day of my life trying to right my wrongs. But when I saw the huge difference between your face and the picture I was sent, I knew at that time that I had behaved badly."He pauses, collecting his thoughts before continuing. "That's by the way, Logan," I retorted. "I wouldn't want to dwell on something that's a closed chapter in my life. But my question is, who prevented you from coming clos
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I quickly step away, trying to put some distance between us. Logan tries to catch up, attempting to hook his hand around mine, but I'm not having it. I look at him warily, wondering if he's lost his mind thinking I'd willingly hold hands with him.I spot a taxi driving by and wave it down, trying to make a quick escape. Logan's caught off guard, and I take advantage of the momentary distraction to open the door and hop in.As I give the driver my destination, I turn around to take one last look at Logan. His face is comical: He looks like he can't believe I'm leaving him standing there in the rain.But as the taxi pulls away, I see Logan's expression change.I smile as I gaze back at the road. Ethan's sudden storm-off has me wondering where he went and why his demeanor changed so abruptly. I'm still reeling from his outburst - who wouldn't be? He had built this illusion in his head that we were married, and seeing it shatter when I declared my love for Logan was intense."Here, ple
