Aria’s POVAs we pulled up to the house, my mind was still reeling. Troy. I could barely believe it—he’d once been a close friend, someone I’d trusted. Now he was stalking me, threatening me in ways that sent a cold shiver down my spine. And Jessica… I glanced at the windows, thinking of her and Jas
Aria’s POVJasmine looked up at me as she reached for Dr. Levine’s hand. “I’ll be back soon, Mommy,” she said with a little smile before glancing at Victor. “Bye, Daddy.”“See you soon, Jasmine,” he replied, giving her a reassuring nod. I watched as Dr. Levine led her into his office, the door closi
Aria’s POV"You need to calm down," Victor said, his voice firm as he moved between the woman and the receptionist, blocking her from advancing further. I quickly stepped beside him, keeping my tone steady but assertive."If you don’t stop, we’ll have to call the police," I warned, glancing back at
Aria’s POVQuestions kept running through my mind as I sat there, trying to make sense of what I’d overheard. What did Dr. Levine know about the casino? Should I ask him directly? Should I wait for another day? Should I tell Victor about it now, or see what I can find out on my own? The uncertainty
Aria’s POVI forced a smile as I said goodbye to Dr. Levine. "Thanks again. We'll see you next week."He nodded, his expression warm as he glanced down at Jasmine. "Take care, all of you."I turned to follow Victor and Jasmine, who were already heading out, but after a few steps, I hesitated, catchi
Victor’s POVSitting here with Aria and Jasmine, sharing a simple meal together, I couldn’t help but feel a rare sense of contentment—a feeling I’d missed for a long time. For the first time in what felt like ages, it was like we were a family. We’d taken Jasmine to her doctor’s appointment together
Victor’s POVThomas pulled over a chair without waiting for a real answer to his “Mind if I join you?” His grin was broad, and though I tried to match it, I could see Aria’s subtle tension as she nodded and said, “Go ahead.” She didn’t mean it, but he was already settling in, looking genuinely thril
Aria’s POVI clutched Jasmine’s hand tightly as Victor and I moved closer, trying to catch sight of what was happening. A familiar voice floated over the murmuring crowd, filled with a tension I couldn’t ignore. I rose on my tiptoes, straining to see over the heads of curious diners gathered around
Victor’s POVI stood outside my mother’s door, holding Jasmine’s hand as I knocked twice. She shifted beside me, her fingers fidgeting with her sweater.The door opened, and Alicia stood there, surprise flickering in her sharp blue eyes as she took in the sight of us.“Victor,” she said, then her ga
Aria’s POVI swirled the glass vial in my hand, watching as the pale amber liquid coated the sides before settling again. The scent profile still wasn’t quite right, but I was close—so close I could almost taste it.The Velvet Vibe lab was quiet except for the soft hum of the air filtration system a
Aria’s POVI watched Victor, his face an impenetrable mask, his hand still holding mine. My heart ached for him, but to my own surprise, I felt something else too—pity for Alicia. For years, I had harbored resentment toward her, believing she had always looked down on me, dismissed me as unworthy o
Victor’s POVConfusion, anger, and apprehension swirled inside me, an unyielding force I couldn’t contain. I had no idea what I was walking into, but I knew one thing—I needed answers.As we pulled up in front of my mother’s house, I saw the glow of light through the living room window. She was stil
Aria’s POVThe revelation settled over us like a looming storm cloud, dense and unrelenting. Antonio Greco wasn’t just some powerful mafia boss—he had been the one controlling Shane. That alone was unsettling enough. My mind spun as I connected the dots. Shane had spent years trying to tear down Th
Victor’s POVThe moment we stepped into The Mirage, the air seemed to constrict around us. It felt as if we were being watched every step of the way.Overhead chandeliers sputtered in their golden glow, illuminating the velvet walls in fractured patterns, as if the very light was hesitant to linger
Victor’s POVWhen I arrived home, I found Aria in the garden, staring off into space, her arms wrapped around herself as a cool evening breeze swept through. The soft rustling of leaves was the only sound, the usual laughter of Jasmine absent. I knew she was in the playroom with the nanny, giving Ar
Victor’s POVI wasn’t going to let Aria face this alone.The moment I left our last conversation, I knew I had to take action. If there was a leak in my company, I needed to root it out myself. I refused to let this drive a wedge between us. She had to see that I was on her side, that there was no r
Aria’s POVI paced the length of the lab, arms crossed tightly over my chest, while Jessica sat on the stool near the counter, watching me with concern. The vials of stolen work still sat between us, a silent testament to the treachery lurking in our midst, waiting to be exposed.“We need a plan,” J