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I couldn’t help but smile. There was something about Vincent that made me feel safe, like I wasn’t alone in this journey anymore.Over time, our conversations deepened. We began to talk more about our lives, our dreams, and our struggles. I learned that Vincent wasn’t just a successful businessman—he was someone who had worked his way up from humble beginnings, much like me.“Sometimes, I feel like I’m just pretending to be this successful person,” he admitted one night, after the restaurant had closed. “I never really had it easy, you know? It’s all just a facade, a role I play to keep the world from knowing how scared I am.”His vulnerability caught me off guard. “I didn’t know that,” I said softly. “I always thought you had everything figured out.”He laughed quietly. “No one ever does. But we make it work. That’s what matters.”That night, I realized how much I had grown, not just in my skills at the restaurant but in my understanding of myself and those around me. Vincent wasn’t
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He smiled at me one last time before turning to check on the other staff, leaving me standing there, red-faced and utterly speechless.Janice leaned over, her grin so wide it threatened to split her face. “You’re welcome,” she whispered.I groaned, covering my face with my hands. “I’m going to kill you.”“Oh, come on,” she said, laughing. “Admit it—you enjoyed that.”And as much as I wanted to deny it, I couldn’t ignore the tiny flutter in my chest. Maybe I had. Just a little.Later in the evening, as the restaurant buzzed with its usual dinner rush, I tried to keep my head down and focus on my tasks. Janice, however, had other plans.“So,” she began, sidling up to me with a tray in hand, “when’s the big date?”I groaned, scrubbing the counter with more force than necessary. “There is no date, Janice. He was just being polite.”“Polite?” She snorted. “Girl, that man practically announced his interest on a loudspeaker. He even said, ‘Just say the word.’ What more do you need? A neon si
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I opened my mouth to argue, but nothing came out. She had a point, and that terrified me.Before I could think too much about it, the man in question appeared in the doorway, looking as polished as ever. “Kirsten, can I have a word?”Janice gave me a knowing look as I followed Vincent to his office.Vincent gestured for me to sit, his demeanor calm but serious. “I didn’t mean to put you on the spot earlier,” he began, leaning on the edge of his desk. “I just want to make sure you know how much potential I see in you. You don’t have to answer about the class now, but I hope you’ll consider it.”I nodded, my heart racing. “I appreciate it, Vincent. It means a lot that you believe in me.”He smiled, but there was something else in his expression—something hesitant, like he wanted to say more.“Is there something else?” I asked, tilting my head.He chuckled, running a hand through his hair. “Actually, yes. There’s a gala happening next week for local business owners, and I was wondering..
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I rolled my eyes, grabbing my clutch. “Fine, let’s go before I change my mind.”At the Gala, The grand ballroom was exactly what you’d expect from a fancy event—sparkling chandeliers, soft classical music, and people who looked like they’d stepped out of a magazine. I tried not to trip as Vincent led me through the crowd.“Just smile and nod,” he whispered. “Most of these people are more interested in themselves than in us.”“Us?” I asked, raising an eyebrow.He smirked. “Tonight, you’re my plus-one. Try to enjoy it.”Easier said than done. I could feel the stares of the other guests, especially from a group of women clustered near the champagne table.“Vincent, darling,” one of them cooed, sauntering over with a practiced smile. She looked like she was born in heels. “It’s been ages. And who is this?”“Kirsten,” Vincent said, his tone polite but firm. “She’s with me.”The woman’s eyes scanned me from head to toe, and I could practically hear her judgment. “How charming,” she said wit
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That is, until I bumped into a waiter and sent an entire tray of champagne glasses crashing to the floor. The room fell silent, and I wanted to disappear. Vincent, however, just laughed, his voice cutting through the tension. “At least she’s memorable,” he said, wrapping an arm around me. The crowd chuckled, and the moment passed, but my cheeks burned. “Thanks for that,” I whispered as we left the dance floor. “Anytime,” he said, his eyes twinkling with amusement. “But you owe me a new pair of shoes.” I laughed despite myself, realizing that with Vincent, even my clumsiness could turn into something worth smiling about. I hadn’t even noticed how quickly time had flown. Being with Vincent was like stepping into another world—one filled with laughter, banter, and a lightness I hadn’t felt in ages. It wasn’t just his jokes or his effortless charm; it was the way he made me feel seen, like I wasn’t just another person passing through his life. Now, as he drove me home, the city l
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I sighed, shaking my head as I watched him walk away, his confidence radiating with every step. He was infuriating, but somehow, he made the day a little brighter—and that thought scared me more than I wanted to admit. The day continued with a flurry of tasks, but Vincent's lingering presence stayed in my mind like an unshakable melody. As I worked, the staff's teasing grew more relentless, fueled by Jacob's earlier comments. "So, Kirsten," Janice began, sliding beside me as I wiped down a table. "What’s in the box? Is it a ‘promotion-worthy’ brunch from our dear boss?” I sighed, rolling my eyes. “It’s just food, Janice. Don’t start.” “Oh, I’m not starting,” she teased, her grin mischievous. “But I think Vincent already started something.” “Started what?” I retorted, feigning ignorance, though my reddened ears gave me away. Janice smirked knowingly. “Come on, Kirsten. We see the way he looks at you. And the way you try not to look at him.” I scoffed, trying to brush her off. “He
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Kirsten’s face was illuminated in the sunlight, her smile soft, her eyes warm. That smile—it was a rare kind of beauty, untainted by the chaos of the world around her. A beauty I hadn't fully appreciated until now. Without thinking, I set that photo aside. The others, however, didn’t hold the same pull. They were reminders of things I didn’t want to confront—of Vincent’s growing presence in her life, of moments I had no part in. My jaw clenched as I stood, walking to the fireplace. I tossed the stack into the flames, the heat licking at the edges before the photos curled and blackened, their glossy surfaces turning to ash. Watching them burn should have felt cathartic, but it only left a void—a gnawing sense of loss I couldn’t explain. Returning to the table, I picked up the single photo I had saved. Kirsten’s face stared back at me, her expression frozen in that moment of pure happiness. I traced the edge of the photo with my thumb, a strange ache settling in my chest. “What am I
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What was she thinking at that moment? Was she truly happy, or was it all part of Vincent’s charade? The thought of her being used by him made my chest ache in ways I couldn’t explain. “Damn it, Vincent,” I muttered, running a hand through my hair. I didn’t want to admit it, but the idea of her with him—it was unbearable. And the worst part? I didn’t know why. The hours dragged on after Robert left, but my frustration only grew. I couldn’t stop thinking about the photos, about her. Her smile. Her presence at the gala. Why does it bother me so much? I hated that Vincent had the audacity to parade her around, as if she belonged in his world. I paced the room, the walls of my penthouse suddenly feeling too close. The silence was deafening, and my thoughts—relentless. Finally, I grabbed my phone and dialed Robert. He picked up on the second ring. "Yes, sir?" "Schedule a meeting with my legal team," I barked. "I want to look into Vincent's business dealings. Every restaurant, every
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As we stepped through the door, our hands still intertwined, the world outside seemed distant. The comfort of our home wrapped around us like a warm blanket. Anton pulled me close, his arms slipping around my waist as he held me from behind. I could feel his breath against my neck, soft and warm, as he kissed me slowly, tenderly."Mrs. Rockwell," he whispered, his voice teasing, sending a shiver down my spine. His words were full of promise, of a future that, no matter how uncertain, felt like it was finally within reach.I let out a soft laugh, the sound light and carefree. "Not yet," I replied, glancing back at him, my eyes meeting his with a playful glint.His lips curled into a mischievous grin, the kind that made my heart race. "Oh, you will soon," he said, his voice low and intimate, as he tightened his hold on me just enough to make my heart flutter. "And I want you to practice a new signature with my surname in it soon."His words hung in the air, heavy with significance. It w
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I smiled, a warm glow spreading through me. "I'm glad we took the chance. I can't imagine my life without you now."As we shared a tender kiss, the fire crackled once more, as if celebrating our newfound love. The sofa, witness to our passionate encounter, seemed to sigh contentedly, its cushions inviting them to stay a while longer. And so they did, wrapped in each other's arms, lost in a world where only they existed, a world filled with love, passion, and the promise of a future together."When did you fall in love with me, Anton?" I asked, my voice soft as I looked up at him.He smirked, his fingers lightly tracing patterns on my arm. "I fell for you when you were just a delivery girl," he admitted with a chuckle.I giggled, remembering those days. "I was so naive back then. I only wanted to get your attention so you would hire me. That’s why I started sending those special meals to your office. I thought if I impressed you enough, you’d give me a job."Anton smiled as if recallin
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I stopped, turning my head slightly, but I didn’t let go of Anton’s hand. “Yes?”He hesitated, his lips parting and closing as though he couldn’t quite find the words. Finally, he spoke, his voice quieter now. “Do you think I even deserve peace? After everything I’ve done to you… to both of you?”I sighed, glancing at Anton, who gave my hand a small squeeze. He didn’t intervene, allowing me to face Vincent on my own terms. “It’s not about deserving it, Vincent,” I said gently. “It’s about whether or not you want it. Whether or not you’re willing to change and work toward it.”He leaned back in his chair, his cuffed hands resting heavily on the armrests. His gaze fell to the floor as if searching for answers in the patterns of the tiles. “I don’t know if I can live with the guilt. Every time I think about what I’ve done… it’s like it’s eating me alive.”“Then stop running from it,” I said firmly. “Face it. Own your mistakes and make amends where you can. That’s the only way you’ll ever
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He looked down at his cuffed hands, his voice lowering to a whisper. "So, I took advantage of it. Out of jealousy, out of spite. I wanted to take away something he cared about, something he might love, just to prove I could. I wanted to hurt him the way I thought he had hurt me... and you became the collateral damage."His words hit me like a tidal wave, and for a moment, I couldn’t breathe. All this time, I had thought Vincent’s actions were about me, about control, about possession. But now I realized—it was never about me. It was about his insecurities, his bitterness toward Anton, and his need to win a game only he was playing."You used me..." I whispered, the hurt evident in my voice.Vincent’s eyes met mine, and for the first time, they weren’t filled with arrogance or anger. They were filled with regret. "I did," he confessed. "And I’ll regret it for the rest of my life.""I can’t believe you..." I whispered, my voice trembling with disbelief and pain.Vincent nodded slowly, h
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"Anton..." I hesitated, my fingers twisting nervously in my lap as I searched for the courage to voice what had been weighing on my mind. "Can I meet him?"The room fell silent, the air suddenly thick with tension. Anton’s jaw tightened, his usually soft eyes hardening as they locked onto mine. "Why do you want to meet him, Kirsten?" His voice was calm, but there was an unmistakable edge to it.I took a deep breath, steadying myself. "Because I feel like I need to," I said softly. "To free myself from him completely—for real this time. I need closure, Anton. I need to look him in the eyes and tell him that we’re done. And... I want him to ask for forgiveness."Anton’s gaze didn’t waver, but I could see the conflict brewing behind his eyes. For a moment, I thought he’d argue, tell me it was unnecessary, that I didn’t need to reopen that chapter of my life.But then, to my surprise, he nodded. "If that’s what you need," he said quietly, his voice firm but filled with understanding, "I’l
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The days passed like a dream—soft, fleeting, and almost unreal. I hadn’t been counting them because, for the first time in years, I was truly happy. But that happiness was laced with an edge of unease, especially when Anton told me what had happened.Vincent had been captured. By Anton’s men.The news left a strange weight in my chest, and though I tried to push it aside, it lingered."What are you going to do to your brother, Anton?" I asked, my voice quiet but firm as I sat across from him in the spacious living room.Anton leaned back in his chair, his sharp features illuminated by the soft glow of the chandelier. His brow arched slightly, a smirk tugging at his lips. "You sound like you’re worried about him."I hesitated, unsure how to answer that. Was I?Despite the cruel way Vincent had treated me, a part of me couldn’t deny that he had once been a significant part of my life. But worry? Love? Those feelings had long since faded."I’m not worried about him," I said, shaking my h
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I learned from him that Vincent had resorted to sending death threats, demanding Anton leave the country. My stomach turned at the revelation. It was a side of Vincent I hadn’t fully understood until now. Anton, however, seemed unfazed, stating firmly, “He’ll pay for that. I’ll make sure he does. Threatening me gives me the leverage I need to put him behind bars.”The thought of Vincent—once the man I thought I loved—going to prison left me torn. A part of me felt justice was inevitable, but another part still struggled to reconcile this side of him with the man I had once known.And then there was Anton. The man who had been a stranger not so long ago but now felt like a lifeline. It was surreal to think back to the days when I would deliver lunches to his company, never once imagining that the CEO himself was aware of me. And now, here I was, living under the same roof with him."Can you believe this?" I murmured to myself one evening as I stood by the window, looking out at the exp
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His eyes narrowed, and for a moment, I thought he might lash out. But instead, he turned away, laughing bitterly. "We’ll see about that," he muttered, disappearing into his bedroom and slamming the door behind him. I exhaled shakily, my entire body trembling. This wasn’t living. This was survival. I picked up my phone and opened Anton’s message again. Without overthinking, I typed: Me: I need your help. I hit send and waited, my heart pounding in my chest. Within seconds, his reply came. Anton: I’ll be there in the morning. I stared at the message, a mix of relief and fear washing over me. Tomorrow, things would change. Whether for better or worse, I didn’t know. But one thing was certain—I couldn’t keep living like this. The morning light filtered through the curtains, and I sat on the edge of the bed, staring blankly at the floor. My heart felt heavy, weighed down by everything that had happened the night before. Vincent’s words still echoed in my mind—his possessiveness, hi
