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Chapter 9: BoundariesOlivia was pacing nervously back and forth in the dimly lit room, her hands clenching and unclenching at her sides. She had rehearsed this moment a hundred times in her head, but now that she was here, standing just outside the conference room, her nerves were getting the better of her.*You have to do this,* she told herself. *You can’t let him get to you.*The doors to the room swung open, and Ethan stepped out, his tall frame taking up far too much space in the narrow hallway. He looked as calm and composed as ever, his suit impeccably tailored, and his expression unreadable. His gaze found Olivia almost immediately, and she felt that familiar spark in her chest, the one she desperately wanted to ignore.She swallowed hard and squared her shoulders. "We need to talk," she said, her voice a bit firmer than she felt.Ethan raised an eyebrow, clearly intrigued but not surprised. "About?"Olivia took a deep breath, her fingers gripping the strap of her bag like a
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Chapter 10: Back to BusinessEthan Cole strode into the towering glass building, his expression as cold and unreadable as ever. The automatic doors parted silently before him, and the sound of his polished shoes on the marble floors echoed through the expansive lobby. It was the sound that always signaled his arrival, a sound that struck fear into the hearts of every employee at Cole Enterprises.The moment his presence was registered, whispers darted through the air like currents of electricity. Workers straightened their posture, scurrying back to their desks, and typing with a sudden vigor that had been absent just moments before. No one dared meet his gaze, but they all knew he was there. His very aura commanded attention, demanded obedience.Ethan’s assistant, Jake, was already waiting for him as he stepped into the private elevator. “Morning, Mr. Cole,” Jake greeted in a voice so neutral it was almost mechanical. His hands fumbled as he passed Ethan a slim file, his eyes glued t
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Chapter 11: The MeetingThe clock on Ethan's office wall ticked loudly in the oppressive silence, a reminder that time was slipping away. He sat at his desk, hands steepled in front of his face, staring at the documents spread before him as if they held the secrets to the universe. *Tomorrow,* he thought, *the meeting with Spring Entertainment. Olivia.*Despite his resolve to act like nothing had changed between them, his mind kept drifting back to her words: *We should act like strangers.* Each time he recalled the firm tone in her voice, he felt a flicker of frustration ignite within him. What was it about her that made everything so complicated? She had waltzed into his life with her laughter and her light, and now all he could feel was the void she left behind.As he leaned back in his chair, a knock at the door interrupted his thoughts. “Come in,” he barked, already annoyed at the disruption.Jake poked his head inside, looking as tense as ever. “Sir, the legal team has finalized
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Chapter 12: The AftermathEthan sat at his desk, staring blankly at his computer screen. The numbers danced in front of him, but they were meaningless now. After Olivia had left the meeting, he couldn’t shake the weight of her disappointment. He had managed to keep his distance, but the look in her eyes had pierced through his defenses, leaving a hollow ache in his chest.“Sir?” Jake's voice broke through his reverie. He stood at the doorway, hesitantly shifting from one foot to the other. “The marketing team is waiting for your feedback on the new campaign.”“Tell them I’m busy,” Ethan snapped, not even bothering to look up. The irritation bubbling inside him wasn’t aimed at Jake, but the lack of control he felt over his own life.“Uh, right. Busy. Got it,” Jake muttered, retreating quickly, clearly not wanting to push Ethan any further.Ethan leaned back in his chair, fingers raking through his hair. He had built his empire on the principles of control and detachment. Emotions were
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Chapter 13: A Glimpse of the PastThe following week, Olivia found herself in a whirlwind of meetings, interviews, and photoshoots. Spring Entertainment was abuzz with excitement over a new project, and her busy schedule was a welcome distraction. Yet, despite the chaos, the weight of her unresolved feelings for Ethan lingered in the back of her mind.“Hey, Liv!” Lily called out, bouncing into Olivia's office with her usual enthusiasm. “Guess what? We’re going to have a wrap party for the project next Friday!”Olivia looked up from her desk, her interest piqued. “That sounds great! Any idea where it’s going to be?”“Rumor has it, we’re heading to that swanky new rooftop bar downtown. You know, the one with the amazing views of the city!” Lily grinned, her eyes sparkling with excitement.“Sounds perfect. I could use a night out.” Olivia forced a smile, but her thoughts drifted back to Ethan. *What if he shows up?*“Speaking of nights out,” Lily began, a teasing glint in her eye, “I hea
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Chapter 14The moment Ethan and Olivia stepped into his penthouse, the tension between them crackled like electricity in the air. The soft glow of the city lights streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting a warm ambiance around them. Ethan closed the door behind them, and the sound echoed like a starting gun, signaling that this night was about to take a passionate turn.“Wow, this place is amazing,” Olivia breathed, glancing around. But she barely took a step further before Ethan was upon her, his body brushing against hers, stealing her breath.“It’s nothing compared to how you make me feel,” he said, his voice low and gravelly. The heat radiating from him sent shivers down her spine. She felt her heart race as his fingers lightly traced her arm, igniting every nerve ending.“Ethan…” she started, but her voice faltered as he leaned in closer, his breath mingling with hers. “Shh,” he murmured, brushing his lips against hers in a teasingly soft kiss. It was enough to mak
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Chapter 15: Ethan's FianceeOlivia sat on the edge of Ethan’s leather sofa, her legs tucked beneath her, wearing nothing but his oversized dress shirt. She looked so loved and adorable.The morning sun was creeping through the tall windows of the penthouse, casting a soft glow over everything. It had been hours since their fiery reunion, but the atmosphere between them still buzzed, thick with the aftermath of passion. Ethan leaned against the kitchen island, sipping black coffee, shirtless, his toned chest exposed and marked faintly with Olivia’s fingernail scratches, a silent testament to their night. For the first time in a long while, Olivia felt… something. Relaxed. Safe? No, that was dangerous. Being with Ethan, feeling anything at all for him, was like playing with fire, and she had no intention of getting burned. She glanced at him from the corner of her eye, catching the ghost of a smirk tugging at his lips as if he knew exactly what she was thinking. Before she could
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Chapter 16: The tension in Ethan’s penthouse hung like a storm cloud, heavy and ominous, even after the elevator doors sealed Sienna away. Olivia leaned against the edge of the sofa, her arms crossed tightly across her chest, watching Ethan. His jaw was clenched, his body still as if he were holding something back."Well," Olivia broke the silence, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "That wasn’t awkward at all."Ethan’s icy blue eyes snapped to hers, his expression unreadable but his presence crackling with intensity. "She’s irrelevant," he said flatly."Yeah, she seemed totally irrelevant while she was staking her claim on you like a lioness marking her territory," Olivia shot back, refusing to let him brush this off so easily.Ethan exhaled sharply, dragging a hand through his tousled hair. "Sienna’s not a problem."Olivia laughed. A sharp, humorless sound. "Not a problem? Ethan, she walked in here like she owned the place, insulted me to my face, and then acted like she could snap h
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Chapter 134: Growing TogetherThe weeks that followed were filled with even more anticipation as Olivia’s pregnancy progressed. Every day seemed like a new milestone, her belly grew, her cravings shifted, and the occasional morning sickness became a reminder of the little life blossoming inside of her. Ethan continued to be her rock, always there, always supportive, though his protective nature had become even more pronounced.One evening, as they sat together in the living room, Olivia leaned back against the couch, her eyes closed as she let out a content sigh. Ethan was next to her, gently rubbing her feet as she rested. His touch was soothing, and the warmth of his hand calmed her.“I don’t know how I would’ve gotten through this without you,” she said, looking up at him with a smile. “You’ve been amazing.”Ethan paused his gentle movements and looked down at her with a soft smile of his own. “I’m just doing what any husband should do. You’re carrying our child, Olivia. The least
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Chapter 133: A New BeginningThe days after the wedding were a blur of love and happiness. Olivia and Ethan couldn’t seem to get enough of each other. Their honeymoon had been everything they dreamed of, filled with quiet moments in a luxurious villa overlooking the ocean, candlelit dinners, and passionate nights that made them both feel as though they were the only two people in the world.But amidst the romantic haze, something even more exciting was beginning to unfold.Olivia woke up one morning to a soft kiss on her forehead. The sun was barely peeking through the curtains, casting a warm glow across their bedroom. She smiled sleepily and turned to face Ethan, his face so close to hers that she could feel the warmth of his breath."Good morning, Mrs. Cole," he whispered with a smile that made her heart flutter. He was already dressed for the day, but the tenderness in his eyes made her forget about everything else."Good morning, Mr. Cole," Olivia replied, her voice full of sleep
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Chapter 132: A New Chapter BeginsThe wedding preparations were a whirlwind, but Olivia reveled in every moment. The joy of knowing she would soon marry the man who had completely captured her heart was enough to make the chaos worth it. From picking out the dress to choosing the venue, everything felt surreal and yet perfectly right. Every detail fell into place, and soon, there was only one thing left to do: say the vows that would seal their future together.Ethan was surprisingly calm throughout it all. The normally stoic man had softened since their engagement, his protective nature now tempered with an undeniable warmth whenever Olivia was near. He had given her his all—his heart, his devotion, his loyalty—and she had never once doubted him. She knew this was the beginning of their forever.The day of the wedding arrived with a sense of serenity that Olivia had never felt before. It was as though the universe had conspired to give them the perfect day. The sun was shining, the s
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Chapter 131: A Promise for the FutureIt was a quiet evening when Ethan finally took the step he had been avoiding for so long. He had kept his distance, convinced that the world he had dragged Olivia into was too dangerous, too dark for her. But standing in front of her now, with the soft glow of the candles illuminating her face and her steady gaze fixed on him, Ethan realized that she was more than capable of handling whatever came their way.He could see the love in her eyes, the way she believed in him, even when he couldn’t believe in himself. She had never once flinched, never once hesitated, even as his world crumbled around them.Olivia had become his anchor, the one person who kept him grounded when the weight of his past threatened to pull him under."Ethan," she said, her voice soft but firm, breaking the silence between them. "What’s on your mind?"He swallowed hard, his heart pounding in his chest. It was time. Time to make a decision that would change everything. His fu
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Chapter 130: Unraveling SecretsThe morning after the storm was almost eerily calm, as if the earth itself was recovering from the turmoil of the night. The sun broke through the clouds, casting its light over the landscape in a soft golden hue. Inside the cabin, however, the air was thick with the weight of unspoken words, emotions swirling just below the surface.Olivia stood by the window, staring out at the tranquil view, her fingers tracing the edge of the glass as if she could touch the world outside. Ethan was in the kitchen, preparing coffee, the sounds of him moving around barely registering in her mind as she replayed the events of the previous night.She could still feel the warmth of his touch, the way his lips had lingered on hers, as if to reassure them both that they were in this together. But even as she let herself fall deeper into the safety of his embrace, there was something in Ethan’s eyes that told her he was still holding something back.She could feel it in the
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Chapter 129: Facing the Storm TogetherThe storm raged outside, but inside, the warmth of the cabin wrapped around them, a stark contrast to the chaos that threatened to engulf their world. Ethan held Olivia close, the steady rhythm of his breathing a comfort in the midst of their shared silence. But the air was thick with unspoken words, with the weight of everything they still had yet to face.Olivia could feel the tension still gripping Ethan’s body, the restlessness that lingered even in the safety of their shared space. She pulled back slightly, looking up at him, her heart heavy with the truth he had revealed. But in that same breath, a new determination sparked within her.“We can’t keep hiding from this, Ethan,” Olivia said, her voice soft but resolute. “You’re not alone in this fight. We’ll face whatever’s coming together. That’s what we do.”Ethan’s eyes softened, and for a moment, it seemed as if the weight of the world had lifted off his shoulders, if only for a second. He
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Chapter 128: Unraveling the PastThe storm outside had only intensified, its howling winds battering against the cabin walls as if trying to break through the calm they’d created inside. But Ethan's earlier revelation hung heavily between them, and the tension was palpable.Olivia sat on the edge of the small couch, her fingers nervously twisting together as she watched Ethan pace back and forth. He was restless, as if something was gnawing at him, something he couldn't quite grasp. And Olivia knew, knew that whatever was coming, it wasn’t just about enemies, power, or protection. It was personal."Do you trust me?" Ethan's voice broke the silence, harsh but not unkind.Olivia looked up at him, her heart thudding in her chest. The weight of his question felt monumental. "Of course, I do," she replied, her voice firm but soft. "You know that."He stopped pacing and turned to face her, his eyes dark with emotion. "This thing I’m facing… it’s not just about business. It’s not just about
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Chapter 127: The Storm ApproachesThe next morning, the storm that had been looming on the horizon finally broke. The sun, which had been so bright and calm the previous day, now hid behind dark clouds, and a sharp wind began to whip through the trees. Olivia could feel the tension in the air, thick and oppressive.She sat at the small wooden table in the cabin, staring out of the window as the storm clouds gathered, her mind racing with everything that Ethan had told her the night before. She knew that whatever was coming was more than just a simple challenge—they were heading into something far deeper, something darker than they’d expected. And the fact that Ethan hadn’t shared everything with her only made her more nervous.She knew he was trying to protect her. But part of her couldn't help but feel a creeping sense of isolation. What if he was keeping something from her that she needed to know?As if on cue, Ethan walked into the room, his expression tense. His usually sharp, com
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Chapter 126: The Calm Before the StormThe morning sun streamed through the large windows of the cabin, casting soft golden light across the room. Olivia stirred in her sleep, the warmth of the blankets surrounding her, and the faint smell of pine lingering in the air. It was quiet, peaceful—something she had not experienced in a long time. And as she opened her eyes, she saw Ethan lying beside her, his expression calm and serene as he slept.For a moment, Olivia just watched him, feeling a sense of contentment wash over her. The past few weeks had been a whirlwind of emotions, but in that moment, it felt like they had finally found a sense of peace. She carefully moved to get out of bed, trying not to disturb him, but just as she reached for the blanket, Ethan stirred.“Where are you going?” His voice was low and husky from sleep, a slight smirk playing at the corner of his lips.“I was just going to make us some coffee,” Olivia whispered, smiling at the fact that he seemed to always
