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Emma's POVIt had been an hour since he came and I sent him back, but he was still there in my mind. I tried to sleep but could not as my past incidents kept coming and going in front of me like some shots of a movie. All those parts that I wanted to forget desperately... I recalled quite vividly how and when he came into my life and changed it forever. A little more than 6 years back... NoI was deeply immersed in the final touches of my latest collection when a gentle knock interrupted my concentration. With a sigh, I looked up, momentarily irritated at the intrusion, only to find Tina, one of my old friends, standing at the door with her trademark grin.“Emma! I hope I’m not interrupting,” she said, stepping inside without waiting for my reply.A smile crept onto my face despite myself. “Tina, it’s been ages! It’s great to see you.”She chuckled, making herself comfortable in one of the armchairs across from my desk. “You’ve become quite the elusive figure lately. We hardly see y
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Emma's POV Lily poked her head in, concern etched on her face. “Are you alright?”I forced a smile, taking the glass of cold water she offered. “Thank God she gave in, but she won’t let this go. I need to find a way out of this.”“Why don’t you just meet the man?” Lily suggested cautiously.“Because I don’t want complications in my life. Things are finally starting to get sorted.”Lily didn’t push the subject further, but I could see the unspoken questions in her eyes. Why was I so against the idea of marriage? It wasn’t something I openly discussed, not with anyone. They wouldn’t understand. They couldn’t possibly grasp the reality I had grown up in.Well, I didn't want to think all that at the moment. But I could not help it with my mom after my life. Yes, she was right, I even avoided the topic of marriage and avoided meeting men, for the most part. They were chauvinistic, arrogant, and selfish. My father was the prime example, but he was far from the only oneI had seen it in ot
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Emma's POV“Mom! Eva? What are you doing here?” I asked, my voice filled with surprise as I spotted them at my office door.Eva rushed forward, arms outstretched, enveloping me in a tight embrace. “Isn’t it obvious? We missed you, darling.”I hugged her back, feeling a mix of joy and unease. “I missed you too. But why the sudden visit?”“To remind you that you’ve been working too hard and it’s time to settle down,” Mom chimed in, her tone both affectionate and insistent.“Mom, please, not this again.” I rolled my eyes, but I knew from experience that she wouldn’t drop the subject so easily.“You may not like this discussion, but that doesn’t mean we can avoid it forever.”“Mom, can I tell her my news?” Eva interjected, clearly irritated by the direction the conversation was heading.“What news?” I asked, turning to my sister.She grinned and held out her left hand, showing off a dazzling diamond ring.“I’m engaged!” Eva exclaimed, her excitement palpable.For a moment, I stood there,
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Day of the exhibition.Emma's POV Everything was proceeding smoothly until I caught sight of Mum heading towards me, her eyes brimming with pride. My heart dropped like a stone.Not now… please, not now."Emma, darling, we're so proud of you!" Mum exclaimed, pulling me into one of her warm, enveloping hugs."Thanks, Mum," I managed to reply, forcing a smile to mask the uneasiness bubbling inside me."But I haven’t come alone," she added, her voice tinged with that familiar excitement that always spelled trouble. "My friend and her son are here."Just like that, my smile vanished."Mum, not again!" I groaned inwardly. "Especially not here, with all these people around. Why on earth did you bring them?""They were already planning to attend, darling. You can’t avoid them now. Come, meet Mrs. Moore and her very handsome son, Mike," she insisted, as though this were the most natural thing in the world.I drew in a deep breath, plastering on a polite smile that I hoped didn’t look too for
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Emma's POV "What? Who is he? Tell me, and I’ll speak to him and his family," Mum demanded, her eyes narrowing suspiciously."No, Mum, it’s not like that. I need more time," I pleaded, trying to keep my story straight."Why? If you like him, just tell him and get married. What are you waiting for? Are you waiting for him to propose?" she pressed."Mum, I can’t rush into marriage like this. Please, give me some time. It’s… complicated," I explained, though I knew how weak it sounded."But you’re nearly twenty-six," she pointed out, as though that were an insurmountable obstacle."Exactly—twenty-six, not forty-six. I want at least two more years, and I need you to stop pressuring me until then," I said, trying to keep my tone calm and reasonable."Are you out of your mind? You’ll be twenty-eight by then!" she exclaimed as if that were the worst possible fate."So what, Mum?" I shot back, my patience wearing thin."I don’t want to wait that long," she insisted, her stubbornness matching
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Emma's POVIt had been nearly two months since my mother imposed that dreadful deadline, and with Eva's engagement just around the corner, I knew it was high time to introduce my so-called boyfriend to the family. But where on earth was I going to find one?"What's with the furrowed brow?" George, my best friend and business partner, asked as he noticed my evident distress. George was the only man I felt truly comfortable around."I have to attend Eva's engagement this week and then her wedding next month," I replied with a sigh."And that’s troubling you because...?" he inquired, eyes narrowing in curiosity."Because I need a boyfriend," I confessed, barely meeting his gaze."A boyfriend?!" George's exclamation was laced with disbelief."Yes, a boyfriend to introduce to my family. If I don’t, they’ll start arranging my marriage with the first eligible man they can find," I explained, frustration evident in my voice."Aww, poor you," George teased, though there was genuine sympathy in
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Emma's POV "So she should serve you hot meals and be ready to please you in bed, like a slave?" I challenged, my patience wearing thin."A slave? No, of course not. But as a willing partner, to share in life’s pleasures," Peter clarified as if that made it any better."This is pointless. We’re not on the same page. Our views on marriage are completely different," I declared, deciding there and then to end the conversation."I didn’t say anything out of the ordinary. This is what every man expects from his wife," Peter defended, clearly taken aback."Well, then I have a problem with all such men. Women are not objects to be used for a man's convenience. We have our own identities and our dreams. Marriage should be a partnership, not a master-servant relationship. I’m sorry, Peter, but I’m not interested in your kind of marriage. Goodbye," I stated firmly, standing up to leave before he could say another word.Still fuming, I returned to the office, only to walk straight into what felt
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Emma's POV The hours that followed blurred together—Ryan by my side, holding my hand, whispering words of encouragement. He whispered words of encouragement, his gaze full of love and strength, his fingers tracing soft circles over my skin, soothing me. His strength became my strength, his voice a lifeline. Every time I looked into his eyes, I felt anchored, loved, and understood in a way that words could never express.At last, the moment came. I heard the first wail, and as they placed her in my arms, I felt the first weight of her in my arms and a rush of love so deep, it was overwhelming, and my heart expanded in ways I hadn’t thought possible. Ryan was beside me, his eyes fixed on her with a look of absolute awe. He kissed my forehead, his voice thick with emotion. “She’s beautiful,” he murmured, his voice thick with emotion. His hand cradled her tiny head, and he looked at me, eyes filled with gratitude. “Thank you, Emma,” he whispered, leaning down to press a tender kiss to m
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Emma's POV One month had passed since our island escape, and coming back to the life we’d built here felt different now—lighter somehow as if love had settled into every corner of our home. Ryan had slipped into our family life effortlessly, filling each day with small acts of tenderness that wove us closer together. For the first time in so long, I felt whole.But nothing could have prepared me for the morning. I realized my life was about to change once again.The signs were subtle at first—just an unusual fatigue, a lingering wave of dizziness now and then. I brushed it off as the after-effects of our busy schedules. But soon the signs became clearer, and I found myself looking down at a positive pregnancy test, a swirl of emotions overwhelming me. I sat there, staring at it, joy and disbelief intermingling. I was going to have another baby.Ryan came home later that evening, his face lighting up as he saw me. He wrapped me in his arms, pressing a gentle kiss to my forehead. “Hey,
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Emma's POV We headed back to our suite, but Ryan had one last surprise waiting for me. When we entered the room, the lights were dimmed, and the air was filled with the scent of jasmine and vanilla.A path of rose petals led to the bathroom, where a luxurious bubble bath had been drawn, candles flickering around the edges of the tub.“Ryan…” I gasped, turning to him with wide eyes. “Did you—?”He grinned, wrapping his arms around my waist and kissing my cheek. “I figured after a day like today, you deserved a little pampering.”My heart swelled with love for this man, who knew exactly how to make every moment special. He led me to the tub, helping me slip into the warm, fragrant water before joining me. The bubbles rose around us, and I leaned back against his chest, closing my eyes as his hands massaged my shoulders.We sat in comfortable silence for a while, the only sound of the gentle lapping of the water and the soft flicker of the candles. It was peaceful, intimate, and everyth
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Emma's POV After several hours in the sky, we began our descent, and I noticed a glimmer of turquoise below, almost like a hidden jewel nestled in a sea of endless blue. As we got closer, I could make out an island ringed with pristine beaches, the sunlight casting golden highlights across the sand. My heart skipped a beat as I took in the scene—the untouched beauty of white sand, palm trees swaying gently, the promise of secluded beaches.“This is…all yours?” I asked, a sense of disbelief coloring my words. It felt almost unreal.Ryan laughed softly, wrapping an arm around me. “Not just mine. Ours. Consider this our private retreat.The thought of it—an entire island, untouched and serene, where we could simply be together—sent a thrill through me. Once we landed, a small team greeted us, but they quickly disappeared after helping us settle in. It was just the two of us, alone in paradise.Ryan wrapped his arms around me from behind, pulling me close against him. I leaned into his c
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Emma's POV Once we were certain that Daniel and Evan were safely behind bars, I felt like I could finally exhale. It was surreal to think that the shadows of their crimes—murder, kidnapping, so many lives shattered—were now confined, unable to reach us. The damage, though, still lingered, especially in Eva’s life.Daniel’s conviction allowed her to obtain a swift divorce and full custody of their son, Danny. But while she had her freedom, she deserved a chance at happiness too.Eva had been through unimaginable hardship, and now, with a young son, Danny, to care for, her life was far from settled. Thankfully, the charges against Daniel made it relatively easy for her to get a divorce and secure sole custody of Danny. Still, she was young and had lost much; it wasn’t right for her to face the future on her own.Ryan, in his characteristic way of looking after people, was the first to offer support. It was Ryan who first suggested a way to help her move forward. He introduced her to on
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Ryan's POV As the officers secured him in handcuffs and began reading him his rights, I turned to Emma. She was still trembling, her arms wrapped tightly around herself as though trying to shield herself from the horrors she’d just endured. Her eyes, red and puffy from tears, met mine, and I saw a mix of relief and determination there.“Ryan,” she whispered, her voice barely audible. “There’s something you need to know.”I stepped closer, my hand brushing against hers in a gesture of comfort. “What is it?”She hesitated, glancing at James, who clung to my side, his small fingers gripping my shirt. I knelt, cupping his face gently.“It’s okay, buddy,” I murmured. “Everything’s going to be fine now.”I turned to one of the officers. “Can someone take my son outside? He doesn’t need to hear this.”An officer nodded, extending his hand toward James. “Hey, champ, why don’t you come with me? We’ve got some juice and snacks in the car.”James looked at me, uncertainty flickering in his wide
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Ryan's POV With a swift kick, the door slammed open, the sound reverberating like a gunshot through the room. Evan spun around, startled but not surprised. He stood over Emma and James, both bound to chairs. My heart clenched as I took in their faces—pale but alive, their eyes widening in shock and relief at the sight of us.“Emma,” I murmured, my voice low but filled with urgency. “It’s alright. I’m here.”Relief seemed to flood through her, and she nearly collapsed in the chair as if she had been holding her breath, the tension finally breaking. But there was no time to rest. Evan was already recovering, his face twisted with rage.“You,” he spat, his voice dripping with hatred. “Always ruining everything.”“This ends now, Evan,” I said, “You’ve done enough.”Evan laughed, “Oh, you think you’re the hero now? After everything you took from me?”My jaw tightened, and my fists clenched at my sides. “I didn’t take anything from you, Evan. You did this to yourself.”Evan’s face twisted
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Ryan's POV Just ahead, I saw tire marks in the mud, leading away from the area. I crouched down, examining them, my mind racing. I followed the impressions of the tires in the mud and was shocked by what I saw ahead.I saw a car, just like mine, with the same number.What the hell?He used this to make them think it was me, not him, so they’d believe him.I saw a candy wrapper lying there—a Swiss chocolate candy I’d bought for my son. I picked it up, frustration coursing through me, a flood of helplessness rising with it. I was used to solving problems with precision, but here, every step felt like I was grasping at shadows. Emma and James were out there somewhere—alone, scared, with that monster.Gritting my teeth, I swore I’d kill that man. For the first time in years, I felt powerless, as if everything I valued was slipping through my fingers.Finally, the team managed to pinpoint Emma’s phone’s last ping just outside an abandoned cottage—the perfect hiding place. A surge of deter
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Ryan's POV Then, the final revelation, the one that sent a chill through my veins. “Evan doesn’t just want to ruin you, Ryan,” Daniel said, his eyes glinting with perverse satisfaction. “He wants to be you. He’s been planning this for months. Changing his look, studying you—down to your bloody mannerisms. He’s got a way out, a clean record. No one would question it if he walked right back into your life, because no one would know.”The room fell silent, his words hanging in the air, heavier than anything I’d imagined. Evan planned to kill us, to eliminate every trace of my existence, and then live as me—he’d done everything necessary to erase his old life and assume mine, seamlessly.The realization gripped me like a vice. Emma and James were in the hands of a man who was not only ruthless but methodical, who wouldn’t hesitate to kill them just to ensure his twisted plan played out perfectly. I could feel the rage, the cold, calculated fury that settled deep in my bones, overriding t
