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"What?!" I roared, my fist slamming against the desk the wood groaning in protest. "They can't actually do this, can they?"

Peter nodded slowly, his expression grim. "I'm afraid they can. Hilda has been given charge of your father's body according to his will. She has the right to refuse the autopsy."

"That witch!" I hissed, frustration overwhelming me. "She's trying to sweep everything under the carpet! Bury the truth with him!"

Peter placed a hand on my shoulder patting me lightly. "Sir we need to stay calm. We'll figure something out. We can't let her get away with this." His voice was soft and soothing, but there was no soothing the anger that was simmering within me.

My phone rang, the insistent chiming jarring me out of my thoughts. It was Gavin. I hesitated as I stared at the screen, then I cut the call. He called again, and I could imagine him yelling at me to pick up the fucking phone. I hissed as I turned on the screen and blocked his number in a fit of frustrated anger
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  • HIS TO CONQUER    A kiss for my fortune

    “Now, let’s talk.” I swallowed hard as I adjusted myself on my seat. “Why are you helping me?”“Because I can.” He replied at once.My eyes narrowed. “Because you can? That’s a very unbelievable reason.” I said doubting him all the more. I’ve been wary of him since the start, and hearing him give just this simple reason makes me all the more suspicious of his intentions.He chuckled lightly as he got up from his seat and strided towards me. I moved uncomfortably in my seat as he leaned in, placing both his hands on the handle of my chair. “Actually...” he said breathing lightly on my face. “the last time, I did take more than I had asked.”Confusing was etched on my face, “What are you talking about? What did you take?”He rolled his eyes. “I meant the kiss Logan. It wasn’t part of the agreement so I feel like I owe you something at least.”“So you’re taking me in just because of a kiss? That’s ridiculous.” I pushed his hands off.“Harassing me in my own home, that’s not th

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    The Trade

    “Say it nicely.” he teased.I was hot and very horny that I didn’t care how I sounded. I just needed him to put his hands on me and fast. I needed to feel him on my skin. I wanted him to touch me so badly.I bit my lips softly, “Please touch me,” I whispered as a blush crept up my lips.He grinned victorious as if he had just won something as he captured my lips with mine again, his hands tracing my belly botton all the way to the line of my short. I moved my body closer to his as his hands moved to my hard erection, stroking my meat softly. I moaned loudly as he cupped my balls with his hands. He squeezed softly and pleasure spread through my body.“It’s getting in the way.” I hissed as I moved up a little and got the little damn thing off my waist and down my legs and I flinged my shorts to the side. “How eager are you.” He sounded.... surprised? But completely turned on as well. I placed my hands on his shoulders as I spread my legs on the table. “Stroke me please....I’m abo

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    A deal with the devil

    Through and through, Gavin was a man of his words. A monster if I might say. He was such a powerful person who could even snatch my father's body from that mistress of his, Hilda and damned the consequences of the law, because the law could literally do him nothing. My phone had been buzzing incessantly, a testament of my victory, as Hilda and Jaxon kept calling and sending text to threaten.......try to appeal to me that she’d let me into the house if I agree to the cremation and bring back the body. I ignored them all, the insistent vibrations a mere annoyance against the comforting warmth of the gingerbread Mrs Lola had baked for me. I switched off my phone with a huff as I continued munching on my gingerbread. I'd already informed Peter of my whereabouts, and he'd be arriving soon.Mrs Lola approached me with a warm smile. "Would you like anything in particular for lunch Mr Logan?" she inquired, her voice gentle."Chicken curry and rice please," my smile mirroring hers."Of

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    Down the drain

    I held the forensic report tightly in my hand, the stark black and white confirming all my suspicion. Hilda’s fingerprint were indeed on the syringe used to commit the crime. It was undeniable now. The police investigation had moved swiftly, the evidence irrefutable. She'd been found guilty by the court and sentenced to a term that felt too short. Twenty two years was barely enough in my opinion. She confessed that she did it all by herself so Jaxon wasn’t incriminated. That day, she had gone to give him his drugs, then the evil thought crossed her mind and she carried it out to give him an overdose resulting to his death. Thankfully, she was paying for her crimes now. Peter said we got justice, but I wasn’t really satisfied in the least. Just when I thought it was all over, that with the truth finally out, I could finally breathe. I had even moved out of Gavin's apartment and back to the house I grew up in, the house that held all my memories, both good and bad. It was supposed to

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    New beginning

    Living like this wasn’t so bad. I had a roof over my head, ate nice meal and watched a lot of TV. I can’t even remember if I actually sat down to watch television back then. I don’t think I did, never had the time to. Peter was mostly at his cat cafe overseeing things while I stayed home with his cats, whiskers, paws and Minnie which he called his children. Occasionally, I would feel guilty. I was basically leeching off of him, taking advantage of his kindness. I was a regular boss to him back then, but now he was taking care of me like he owed me his life or something and I felt horrible about it. It’s been months now and I don’t want to feel like a free loader. Feeling the need to contribute, I offered to help at the flower shop since he was mainly focused on the cafe. He had initially protested, insisting I needed to rest and recover, but I was fine now.....not exactly...but I needed to at least make a contribution. My insistence had finally worn him down and he had no choice

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    Final fight

    “Welcome what can I...” the words got stuck in my throat. Bryce? What the hell was he doing here?My smile faltered immediately. Bryce with his slicked back hair and that arrogant smirk plastered on his face, looking every bit the high powered annoying prick he always was. He was wearing a crisp linen suit, the kind that screamed ‘I come from money so bow before me peasants’ even from across the street. He looked as surprised to see me as I was to see him."Logan?" he exclaimed, his voice a mixture of disbelief and amusement. He pushed his glasses up his nose, his eyes scanning me with a curious intensity. "What in the…?"I managed a weak laugh. "Long time no see Bryce." I forced the words out.He chuckled, the sound hollow. "Indeed. What are you doing here? Selling flowers? I never thought I'd see this day in my life."I felt a prickle of unease. This was the last thing I needed. A reminder of the life I was living now. A humble flower seller. "Just trying to make a living,"

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    Played again

    I sat uncomfortably on the couch, biting my finger nails as I waited for Peter to arrive. Whiskers jumped on my laps and purred softly before settling comfortably there. She had just finished eating her meal that I served for the three of them when I arrived. Whiskers was clingy, Paws....not so much, and Minnie didn’t even let me anywhere near her. She wasn’t very friendly. I stroked whiskers fur lightly as I sighed, the door clinked open and Peter came in as he dropped his coat on the hanger just by the side of the door."Logan what’s the problem. You sounded distressed on the phone.” I could see his brows arched with worry. I sank deeper into the chair and whiskers leaped out from my laps and jumped to her scratching pole. "I ran into Bryce at the flower shop today." I said but my eyes were still on whiskers as I watched her activities.Peter's brow furrowed. "Bryce? What's he doing in this side of town?""Apparently he was buying flowers," I moved my focus back to him. "And he

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    Spilling the bean!

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    Got ya!

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    Truce

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  • HIS TO CONQUER    You promised!

    “I thought so.” I looked away too, as I let my mind wander in the compressing silence of the car.Then he spoke up, his voice barely audible. “I’ll return the other shares Logan. But fifty percent stays with me. And this is non negotiable.”My blood spiked. How dare he? I turned, my gaze locking with his. “How much?” I asked, the words clipped and precise. “How much do you want for them?” I asked him outright.He didn’t flinch, as if he was expecting me to say this. “I’m not selling.” His eyes were as hard as rock and unyielding. “And you can’t afford it anyway. You are still rebuilding the company Logan. Remember?” he arched his brow. “Do you really think you can afford to take out such an amount when you are still struggling to put things in order?”The reminder was a big slap. He was right, and damn him too. But I wasn’t about to let him have the upper hand. I had to do something. Anything. And that’s when I had the idea. Was it foolish? Maybe. But I needed it to get me what I want

  • HIS TO CONQUER    Peter the traitor

    It was morning again. I usually got up early since I had to work, but honestly, I hated being an early bird. It was exhausting. I sometimes wish I could sleep in, but then Hartley Holdings will be drowning in debts. I dragged myself out of bed and straight to the bathroom. I stared at my reflection in the mirror, and yep! I needed to shave. I did a clean shave before finally getting under the shower to let it’s wet droplets wash me clean for the day. After shower, I sorted out my clothes and placed them on the bed when I heard my ringtone. I picked up since it was Peter."Good morning boss, I’m almost at the house. I hope you are out of bed and ready," his voice chirped through the speaker, a little too bright for this ungodly hour.“Oh! So you can get here this early huh?” I teased him."Of course Mr Logan. I certainly wouldn't want to get a slash on my pay, would I?"I snorted. "You're making damn sure, aren't you?""Hey Logan, I was late once it’s just one time!" he protested with

  • HIS TO CONQUER    That jealous best friend

    "These are actually Gavin's... they should fit you." I said stupidly without reasoning, but as soon as my words got to my own ears I knew I had definitely fucked up. I saw the flicker of confusion which changed into a hard, angry stare in Alexander's eyes as his jaw stiffened. He moved his attention back to the shirt, the fabric bunching in his fist, and stared at them like they were contaminated with some sort of infection that could kill a whole nation. Then, his eyes snapped back to mine, a dark, accusing fire in them. "You gave me Gavin's clothes?" he asked, his voice terribly reduced like the undercurrent of a wave, waiting to pick up that fast current and wash you away.I didn’t say anything. I just stood there, cussing myself for my own stupidity. I should know things I should say and things I shouldn’t say at this point. But I keep slipping up.When he didn’t get a reply but the look on my face confirmed it, he sneered, and with a fling, he threw the clothes to the floor. Th

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