Satisfied that the house was secure, Scarlett and Elena made their way back to the waiting car. Steven held the door open for them, and they climbed inside.As the car zoomed off toward Liam's mansion, Elena couldn't help but feel a mixture of excitement and nervousness. She knew that this was a critical moment in the investigation and that the fate of her life hung in the balance.Elena's heart raced as she climbed into the sleek black car, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness wash over her. She knew that the next few hours would be critical for her future. "Thank you for driving me, Steven," she said, settling into the plush leather seat."No problem, Miss Elena," Steven replied, his eyes fixed on the road ahead. "I'll get you there safely."As they neared Scarlett's house, Elena felt a pang of sadness at the thought of leaving her best friend behind. Scarlett had been her rock through thick and thin, and Elena knew she would need her support more than ever."Thanks for every
But Isabella had ignored her mother's advice and acted on her own. Now, the consequences of her rash actions had come to light, and she had no one to blame but herself. As she lay on her bed, lost in her thoughts, Isabella couldn't help but wonder how she could have been so foolish. She knew she had to find a way to make things right, but she had no idea where to start.As Isabella sat on her bed, clutching the slip of paper with the address the spy had given her. She was seething with anger and frustration, knowing that her ill-conceived plan had only strengthened Elena's position.The words of the spy echoed in her mind, taunting her with the knowledge that her plan had only served to strengthen Elena's position.She immediately recalls her discussion with Her spy."How could you let her slip away like that?" Isabella had demanded, her voice sharp with annoyance.The spy shifted uncomfortably, avoiding her gaze. "I'm sorry, Miss Isabella. I did the best I could. I posed as a deliver
Liam cautiously approached Elena, noticing she was lying still and calm. He hesitated for a moment, wondering if she was asleep, and imagined kissing her soft lips to awaken her.As he drew closer, Elena's senses sharpened, and she detected the scent of Liam's perfume. She sat up quickly, grabbing the robe beside her to cover herself.Liam couldn't help but smirk as he greeted her. "Hello, my gorgeous bride-to-be," he said, leaning in to plant a gentle kiss on her forehead."Are you having a good time? Have you eaten anything for lunch?" Liam asked, gazing into her eyes before settling down on the Sunbed beside her.Elena blushed slightly at the kiss and replied, "I'm doing great, thank you. I haven't eaten anything yet, but I'm not hungry at the moment.""Maybe we can grab something to eat later," she suggested, smiling coyly at Liam."Sounds like a plan," Liam replied, grinning back at her. "I'm glad to see you're enjoying yourself." He couldn't help but admire her beauty as she sat
Elena felt a wave of relief wash over her at his words. Elena stood at the edge of the pool, gazing into the crystal-clear water. The vibrant hues of the setting sun cast a bewitching light on her silhouette, making her look nothing short of a goddess. Liam couldn't help but admire her from behind, his eyes tracing the curves of her body. As he lay there, he felt a surge of desire coursing through his veins, his primal needs threatening to take over.The previous night had been a blur of stress and work after the deals with the Foreigners, Liam had sought solace in the arms of a woman he barely knew at the hotel bar as he took her to his hotel room. Yet, despite the fleeting pleasure, his heart had remained restless, haunted by thoughts of Elena. It was as if he was betraying her with every breath he took.But now, as he watched Elena standing there, lost in her thoughts, Liam knew that he couldn't resist the pull any longer. The sleeping beast within him had awoken, and it was hungry
Elena, on the other hand, was lost in her own thoughts. She couldn't shake off the feeling of Liam's lips on hers, and the way his touch had ignited a fire inside her. She knew she had to be careful around him, but it was getting harder and harder to resist his charms. As she climbed the stairs to her room, she made a mental note to keep her guard up around Liam.Liam couldn't help but watch Elena's every move as they entered the dining room of the mansion. He was amused by how quickly she had hurried off to her room, and the way she seemed to be avoiding his gaze. "She's definitely a shy one," he mused to himself, a small smile playing on his lips.As he took his seat at the dining table, Liam couldn't help but reflect on the evening so far. He had been drawn to Elena from the moment he had laid eyes on her, and the way she had responded to his kiss had only heightened his desire for her. He knew he had to tread carefully, though. Elena was clearly a guarded person, and he didn't wan
Elena woke up the next morning and stretched her arms above her head, feeling a sense of confusion as she looked around her room."Wait, How did I get here?" she mumbled to herself puzzled, trying to recall the events of the previous night. "The last thing I remember was falling asleep in the living room," she added, her mind racing with questions.Suddenly, it hit her. "Did Liam bring me to my room?" she gasped, covering her mouth with her hands in shock. Elena quickly checked her body to make sure that nothing had happened before letting out a relieved sigh.As she got out of bed, Elena made her way to the bathroom to brush her teeth. She couldn't help but feel a sense of unease as she thought about what had happened the night before. "Why did Liam carry me to my room?" she wondered aloud, staring at her reflection in the mirror." Did he really carry me to my room??" Elena asked herself not sure anymore what happened as she stood in front of the mirror, Elena couldn't help but wond
Elena felt her heart sink at the thought of people doubting her abilities and questioning her integrity. "What else are they saying?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Scarlett took a deep breath before continuing. "They're calling Liam a playboy who only hangs around pretty ladies," she said, her words laced with a hint of bitterness. "Some of them are even speculating that your relationship with him won't last longer than a night."Elena felt a wave of anger and frustration wash over her. She couldn't believe that people were so quick to judge and make assumptions without knowing the truth. "What should I do?" she asked, feeling overwhelmed.Scarlett's voice softened with concern. "Just be vigilant around Liam, Elena," she warned. "Don't let your guard down until you're sure that the rumors aren't true."Elena nodded, feeling grateful for Scarlett's honesty and support. They talked for a while longer, but as the conversation came to an end, Elena couldn't shake the worrie
Isabelle arrived at the Bliss wine and dine a few minutes past three, looking stunning and sophisticated. As she walked towards the reserved and secluded table, she couldn't help but notice a few admirers admiring her beauty.As soon as she reached the table, she expected Liam to stand up and greet her with a warm embrace. But to her surprise, he was reading a magazine and barely looked up as she approached."Hello, handsome," she said, giving him a flirtatious look.Liam responded with a cold stare and a simple gesture, indicating for her to take a seat. He didn't return her smile or acknowledge her greeting, leaving Isabelle feeling confused and uncertain.Isabella hesitated for a moment before taking the seat opposite Liam. She couldn't help but feel confused and uncertain about his cold reception. Was it because of her? Did she do something wrong?"I can see you haven't ordered yet. I guess you're waiting for me, right?" she said, trying to break the tension with a flirtatious smi