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His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Thirty-Five
I stared at my father, shell-shocked.He was holding me close to his chest, but I felt more distant from him than ever before, the light receding from my eyes with every movement of his hand on my back, patting me.“It’s alright, William, he was saying, but it wasn’t alright at all, and I knew that it was not going to be alright for a very long time if I didn’t say something now. Something was terribly wrong.I pulled myself away from my father and cocked my head, trying to understand if I had heard him correctly.“Dad?” I asked, trepidation and a little confusion in my voice. “Pulling me out of Terra?” I laughed nervously. “What does that mean?”His eyes were pure and his gaze was straight as he looked into my eyes.“It means I’m taking you off the project with Terra Corporations. I had hoped back then that you would be able to handle the stress and deal with this entire thing for us at Bracknell Inc., but I see now that that was a mistake.”He had more lines on his face and even thr
Last Updated : 2024-12-18His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire One
WilliamPreparation was good most times, but amongst them, it was the most important thing I needed.I sucked in a breath, composing myself before knocking and opening the door to my father's study. The reaction I got always as expected Most if not all my family members were here, and all eyes were on me but not in a good way. Some of them huffed, eyeing me derogatorily.I paid no mind to it, ignoring it. I had more than enough time to prepare for this and get used to it. It wasn't new, especially now. It was expected of them.It had been that way ever since I returned. After over a decade of perpetual self imposed exile in the family, I had returned and I wasn't going back.The thought of the cause of that exile made me cringe, way more than any of their nasty stares would. It was so damn embarrassing to think about, even now.Pushing away the shame I felt from my thoughts I took my place at the seat, right beside my father’s.He was a great man and far stricter than anyone else. He
Last Updated : 2024-11-10His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Two
WilliamTristan Richmond.I couldn't remember the last time I saw him but the memories if him were still clear as day.He was Caleb's older brother, and my sworn freaking enemy.Back in college when my relationship with Caleb was still new and fresh, I met him for the holidays the first time i stayed over. As Caleb's older brother I hoped he would give approval for our relationship. I treated him nicely, constantly trying to impress him and get on his good side and become his friend.All I got in return was coldness. He dismissed my attempts at friendship harshly and ig ores me otherwise, never failing to remind me of how much he disapproved of our relationship.At first I was confused constantly wondering what I had to do right but It was the intense stares he would give whenever he saw us together that tipped me off.Of course. It was clear what he thought of people like me and relationships like ours.So I gave up and things fell into place. Without any more pretenses our enmity fe
Last Updated : 2024-11-10His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Three
I slipped into the chair beside him, not bothering to Order.“You and Yarrus Corps aren't going to win. I'll make sure of it.” I spat out,He raised his eyebrow at me, “Are you talking to me?”“Are you celebrating early?” I jabbed, making him huff.“Well excuse me for having a drink.” he said, rolling his eyes. I clenched my jaw.“It's good that you're here though. Maybe you can call up a few women here to get drunk with you. Who knows? If you're lucky they might actually sleep with you.” I nonchalantly stated,The moment he froze, I knew I caught him. Shrugging, I continued.“You definitely need the advice. After all, it'll take someone getting a few drinks in before they can consider sleeping with you.”Tristan's face screwed up in an unpleasant expression and satisfaction filled me.“Say that again.” he demanded, his voice deeper and darker. I smiled to myself, ignoring him.“I freaking dare you to say that again.”Right before I was about to call the bartender, I suddenly felt a h
Last Updated : 2024-11-10His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Four
WilliamDays passed and I was feeling good about myself.Over the next week, I had spent nearly all of my money ,in dedication to sealing the deal.Every day I did something to try to impress the executives at Terra Corporation, making friends with all of the company staff and giving them gifts. I knew that my good work was surely going to reach the CEO and I would appeal as the better partner. For that, all the expenses were worth it.This was the most expensive thing I'd done however, spending the last of my savings on a Cruise party.I stepped into the ship, greeting the people around me entertained in my absence. I'd invited all the Terra Executives to a cruise party to relax and unwind to get in their favor. My work over the week hadn't gone to waste and the entire place was full.Happiness swelled in me as I greeted them, laughing at their jokes.“This party is amazing, Mr Bracknell. Bracknell Inc. is very fortunate to have you and I'm sure Terra would be pleased to have someone
Last Updated : 2024-11-10His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Five
WilliamDays later, the verdict was up and all I could feel was empty.I was sitting at my bedroom desk, the night’s darkness filtering in as I stared hollowly at the message in my laptop.‘Good day Mr Bracknell,Unfortunately, the board has ultimately decided to hand over the Partnership agreement to Yarrus Cooperation. We sincerely appreciate…’I couldn't read the rest of the email, constantly rereading that part over and over again.It was over. I'd lost.Tears bit against my eyes. I felt like crying but I slammed my hand against the desk in anger and frustration.How could this be? I had done so much, spent so much of my money to appeal to them and the CEO. I'd worked so damn hard to relate with all of them and this was what I got.‘No. It isn't over.’ I thought furiously, standing up.I quickly got dressed and drove to the Terra Corporations building, stepping out with anger and determination. If I was rejected, I was going to know why.I didn't smile as I reached the secretary.
Last Updated : 2024-11-10His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Six
TristianI halted and tucked my moist handkerchief in my breast pocket.I pulled out a business card from my wallet. “Here”, stretching out my arm to him.But he seemed very reluctant and confused at the same time. His face filled with mixed emotions. Knowing how stubborn he is, I moved closer to him with caution, fastened in my muscles and slid the card into his pocket. He seemed to flinch a bit but he couldn’t even resist because of how disoriented he was.“Look, I mean you no harm, okay? I..I am worried cause I care so much about you and I just wanna talk”. I took a pause, “9am tomorrow, I’ll be expecting you”. I whispered into his ear.Even I realize how ridiculous I must have sounded to him. I know how much he must resent me right now. Especially now that he’s seemed to have downed his sorrows along with the rest of his senses in alcohol.“You must be out of your damn mind”, he slurred with a wave carrying a strong stench streaming out of his mouth. What could I possibly get fro
Last Updated : 2024-11-24His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Seven
William I woke up to a very severe headache, the kind that amplified your senses making every sound feel ten times louder and every thought so fucking hard to grasp. My eyelids feel heavy, my mouth dry and bitter, and my entire body felt like I spent the entire night at the gym. As I blinked against the sunlight filtering through a set of tall windows, I realized everything was off. This wasn’t my room. I sat up slowly, my movements stiff and cautious. The bed was massive, far bigger than mine at home, and the bedsheets were fine and well made, almost too perfect. Looking around, I scanned the rest of the room, modern decor, plush furniture, and a crazy good view that screamed luxury. My jacket was kept neatly over the back of a chair, my tie discarded nearby, and my shoes lined up just by the door. Someone must have taken care of me, but I have no memory of who it was. I was so damn wasted last night. I could barely remember anything. I rubbed against my temples, trying to piece to
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His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Thirty-Five
I stared at my father, shell-shocked.He was holding me close to his chest, but I felt more distant from him than ever before, the light receding from my eyes with every movement of his hand on my back, patting me.“It’s alright, William, he was saying, but it wasn’t alright at all, and I knew that it was not going to be alright for a very long time if I didn’t say something now. Something was terribly wrong.I pulled myself away from my father and cocked my head, trying to understand if I had heard him correctly.“Dad?” I asked, trepidation and a little confusion in my voice. “Pulling me out of Terra?” I laughed nervously. “What does that mean?”His eyes were pure and his gaze was straight as he looked into my eyes.“It means I’m taking you off the project with Terra Corporations. I had hoped back then that you would be able to handle the stress and deal with this entire thing for us at Bracknell Inc., but I see now that that was a mistake.”He had more lines on his face and even thr
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Thirty-Four
I stared at my father, shell-shocked.He was holding me close to his chest, but I felt more distant from him than ever before, the light receding from my eyes with every movement of his hand on my back, patting me.“It’s alright, William, he was saying, but it wasn’t alright at all, and I knew that it was not going to be alright for a very long time if I didn’t say something now. Something was terribly wrong.I pulled myself away from my father and cocked my head, trying to understand if I had heard him correctly.“Dad?” I asked, trepidation and a little confusion in my voice. “Pulling me out of Terra?” I laughed nervously. “What does that mean?”His eyes were pure and his gaze was straight as he looked into my eyes.“It means I’m taking you off the project with Terra Corporations. I had hoped back then that you would be able to handle the stress and deal with this entire thing for us at Bracknell Inc., but I see now that that was a mistake.”He had more lines on his face and even thr
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Thirty-Three
I explained everything to Ellie, starting with why she had been unable to reach me, up till the point where Tristan had left this morning and for a while, both her and her husband just stared, speechless.I took a drink of the tea that they had served me and moved back in the chair. I would be silent too if someone just unloaded everything that had happened so far onto me.It seemed like everything had happened all at once, had been fast-forwarded and then the hot looping mess had been poured into my lap. I brought the cup of tea to my lips again.“You mean to tell me…” Ellie started. She’d risen up from her chair and had started pacing round the room. “Let me get this straight. You and Tristan had sex.”“Yes.”“You and Tristan had actual sex.”I frowned at her. “Is there a point you’re trying to make, Ellie?”“What? No, I’m just…” she paced and spun. “And then he left you just like that? All alone in his house? That was kind of harsh.”I sighed. “Honestly, it’s what I would do too. I
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Thirty-Two
“How do you keep getting my number, Caleb?” I shouted. “What is wrong with you?”To my surprise, Caleb’s voice was calm when he responded, “There’s nothing wrong with me, William, I’ve told you before. If there’s anything that’s the problem with me at all, it’s you, William. You’re refusing to hear me out. You’re refusing to see what’s in front of you. I love you, William. Why won’t you—”I ended the call and squeezed the phone in my hand. I unlocked it and went straight to number, blocking and then deleting it, but not before a text message from Caleb had come in:STOP FIGHTING THIS, WILLIAM. I’M STILL HERE FOR YOU. LET ME LOVE YOU. RETHINK OUR RELATIONSHIP.I deleted the text message and blocked the number.It occurred to me that every person that I probably knew was seeing this news, unless they were not online or like to keep abreast of current topics.My father had already called. Now I understood what he had meant when he said I had killed him. He had read the news already. He h
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Thirty-One
Tristan’s chest rises and falls, a perfect sight in the slice of golden morning light that’s on his face. I could stay here forever, just watch his chest, tight and flat like the skin of drum as it rises and falls with his soft breaths…“You’re staring,” Tristan murmured, eyes still closed so that he looked like an angel in sleep.I sighed happily and allowed myself to sink lower.“Of course I’m staring.”“You should cut it out. It’s creepy.”“Maybe you should open your eyes and stare too.”Tristan makes a sound in his throat but turns in my direction and opens his eyes. There’s a little bit of gold dust on his face and when he opens his eyes, that perfect hazel colour that taints his pupil reflects back at me so that I gasp in breath.This man is fucking beautiful, and he knows it.“Well,” Tristan says. “I’m staring now.”I cocked an eyebrow and reached for his hand, guiding it down my chest. “Good, that’s one part down.”Tristan didn’t once leave my eyes as my hand guided his lower
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Thirty
The words were like a trigger in my mind, tripping off every alarm that I might have prepared for.I found myself transfixed, tongue heavy and mind lulled into a state of submission and obedience. I fought to bring my head up from those murky waters.“Make me,” I said darkly.The door behind Tristan had closed and we were in his room now, enveloped in total silence.I could see the glitter on his face. I could see the perfection he had for cheekbones… could feel the heat that rolled off him in waves as he moved with animal grace.“I’m not going to ask you again, William,” he growled at me, the vibration shaking my core. My cock twitched, straining against the fabric of my clothes. I needed to maintain order… I needed to regain control, but the only thing I could think about was how hard and hot Tristan’s body had been when he’d pressed me against him.I could still taste him on my lips. I wanted to taste him again. I wanted to go to war with his tongue. I wanted to see what it would b
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Twenty-Nine
Fire exploded across my lips and all I wanted to do was put it out. But it was such a sweet, delicious fire, and I didn’t want it to ever go out.His lips were just on mine. Tristan was still gauging my reaction, but I didn’t care. I was willing to abandon myself and everything that I had felt before, right up to that moment if it meant that I could luxuriate in this moment, stretch it out across infinity…But that would have been a dream. No sooner had I thought it did Tristan’s lips peel away from mine, and I was standing there, eyes closed, waiting… wishing that his lips would come back to mine.A cool wind passed by, reminding me of the absence of the heat of Tristan’s lips.I opened my eyes slowly. He was staring at me with all the grace of a predator.“You’re alive,” he said.I tried to speak but could not get any sound to come out. There was no breath in me… I felt like I was going to fall over the next second.I gulped guiltily and stared back at him.“You kissed me,” I accuse
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Twenty-Eight
William's POV I stared wide until I was vcertain that my eyes were going to rupture. What the fuck was going on?I could not give myself an answer or a reason that would justify anything. I knew that Tristan was gay; I’d caught him and Adrian once having oral sex, in his office, and then he’d proposed love to me. I had not once seen with him any woman, so I was completely sure of his sexual orientation. And yet, seeing him now…I wanted to scream out my lungs and tell him to be careful. To send him back up the stairs so that no one would see him or how beautiful he looked.But Tristan was walking down the stairs with determined steps. Him, and the man beside him. His date for the evening.Uncontrollably, I began to shiver. My hand clenched into a fist around the stem of the glass that I held… I didn’t care about anything in that moment. I wasn’t seeing anyone—not Adrian who was just next to me, similarly locked in frozen spectacle—or anything right now.My gaze was entirely fixated o
His Sworn Enemy; His Deepest Desire Twenty- seven
William's POV“Caleb.” I repeated the words, because the first time, it had sounded like something that life could still be given to. This time, I squeezed the words out as if I could also wring the neck of the owner of that name.“How did the hell—?”“You keep pushing me away, William. I told you I love you. I’m going to keep on doing everything in my power to make this work. Won’t you give me another chan—”I cut the call and slammed on the steering so that the car honked.I groaned and held the wheel with both hands, eyes closed tightly. When was I going to wake up from this nightmare?I had blocked Caleb. I had blocked his number because that had been the last straw. I had long since unfollowed and then blocked him on all of my social media accounts, and even gotten him removed from my mailing list.And he’d gone right ahead to call me with a different line. Somehow, he seemed to have stocked himself up with a small arsenal of phones, mobile devices…My phone was ringing again. I
