Aria’s POVI held my daughter’s hand tightly as we walked down the hallway leading to my apartment unit, the two bodyguards silently following us. I could feel the tension in my shoulders slowly easing, knowing these men were sent by Victor. Phil had confirmed it earlier, but seeing them in action t
Victor's gaze was steady, unwavering, and it sent a shiver down my spine. I knew he was serious, and it scared me. Not because I didn't believe him, but because I realized how much I had been underestimating the situation myself.I’ve known Shane all these years and never really liked her. She could
Aria’s POVFinally, the big event has come. Dressed in a simple but elegant dress, I couldn’t help smiling widely as I stepped into the grand hall. Immediately, my breath caught in my throat. The venue was a masterpiece of elegance, with high ceilings draped in soft, cascading fabrics and chandelier
Aria’s POVA low, familiar voice called my name from behind. I turned, my heart skipping a beat when I saw Victor. He stood there with a warm smile, his eyes deeply gazing into mine. “Aria,” he said, leaning in slightly. “Congratulations on the opening. I’m really proud of you… And, uh, I have some
Victor’s POVThe way Samuel looked at me, so smug and self-satisfied, only made my blood boil. I wasn’t entirely sure if it was jealousy or just sheer annoyance. Maybe it’s a bit of both. I hated the idea that Aria had done something special for Samuel and not for me. It felt like another reminder
Aria’s POV“Jess, can you believe these figures?” I whispered to my best friend as I showed her the digital copy of the sales our perfumes had made so far. “At this rate, we might not have enough stocks to last for the entire month of the exhibition!”“Well, that’s a great problem, isn’t it?” Jessic
Aria’s POVThe morning sun poured through the tall windows of the exhibition hall as Jessica and I arrived a few hours earlier than the scheduled opening of the second day. We were both in high spirits, animatedly discussing the previous day’s events. “It was such a relief when Shane and Veronica f
Aria’s POV“This is not happening,” I breathed, feeling as if I was suddenly trapped in some nightmare. My hands trembled as I tried to grasp the full extent of the damage.Emma’s breathing grew rapid and shallow, her face getting drained of color. I moved to her side, gently placing a hand on her s
Victor’s POVThe laughter started the moment we arrived at the theme park and never seemed to stop. Jasmine darted ahead, pulling us toward the entrance with uncontainable energy, her small hand gripping mine tightly. The park was a kaleidoscope of colors and sounds—twinkling lights, cheerful music
Aria’s POVThe ride home was quiet, but it wasn’t uncomfortable. Victor’s hand rested on the gearshift, his fingers brushing mine occasionally. Each accidental touch sent a warm ripple through me, leaving me feeling both nervous and giddy. My heart was still dancing from the events of the night befo
The next morning, The sunlight streaming through the curtains was the first thing I noticed as I stirred awake. As I blinked against the light, memories of the previous night surged back like a wave, crashing over me with startling clarity. My breath hitched, and I sat up quickly, clutching the blan
Aria’s POV"Victor," I murmured breathlessly, barely recognizing my own voice. "Aria," he whispered back, his tone filled with a hunger that matched my own. His lips found mine again, urgent and unrelenting.We stumbled together through the hallway, his hands sliding beneath my blouse, fingertips s
Aria’s POVI jumped from the table, my heart still pounding in my chest, and headed toward the studio door. “Stay here,” I said softly, though my voice wavered with some nervousness and the remaining heat. The air between us still sizzled, making it almost impossible to think clearly.Carefully, I o
When we finally pulled apart, both of us were breathless. Her cheeks were flushed, her lips slightly swollen, and her eyes—God, those eyes—shone with an emotion I didn’t dare put a name to just yet.I rested my forehead against hers, trying to catch my breath as I spoke. “Aria… you’re everything to
Victor’s POVThe entire evening had been a cascade of emotions—love, happiness, nostalgia—and now, standing here, my heart felt like it might burst. I looked at Aria, her expression a mix of hope and nerves as she waited for my reaction. The painting, the bottles, the thought behind it all—it was ov
Aria’s POV“Still thinking of work at this hour?” he teased, his tone light and playful. “Should I be worried you’re pulling me into a midnight brainstorming session?”I glanced back at him, rolling my eyes with a laugh. “Trust me, it’s not that. Just wait. You’ll see.”We reached the entrance of my
Aria’s POVThe party was everything I didn’t know I needed. Laughter rang out like music, echoing through the beautifully decorated terrace. Friends and family filled the space, their joy infectious as they mingled, shared stories, and celebrated together. Even Jessica, who normally claimed she hate