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AMBER Sweat dripped down my brow, but I didn’t wipe it away. My chest heaved up and down as I tried to control my breathing, my eyes not leaving the man in front of me. He was a professional fighter, one of the most dangerous I'd fought so far and the third I was fighting that night. Despite the cuts and internal bruises I'd probably gotten, it was exciting, and worth it because he was losing. He wiped his split lip, eyes burning with frustration. “You’re not supposed to be this good.” I rolled my shoulders, tilting my head side to side until I heard the satisfying crack of my neck. “Yet here we are.” He really knew nothing. Though he was bigger and physically stronger than I was, I'd been in more battles and dangerous situations than he had. It wasn't too difficult to predict his moves, though that didn't stop me from getting hurt. I took a step backward, sucking in a sharp breath at the sharp sting that shot through my legs. My leg still hadn't healed from the previous fi
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The bell at the top of the restaurant clinked as I pushed the door open. My eyes swept across the empty restaurant, landing on Cole. He was seated by the window, a glass in his hand, gaze distant as he swirled the red liquid in slow circles.I took a step forward, but a sharp sting shot through my side, making me suck in a breath. I exhaled, straightened my posture, and forced my expression into one of calmness before walking towards him, my body protesting with every step.I was starting to regret not accepting the first-aid kitAs I approached the table, Cole finally turned his head, his eyes flicking over me before a smile appeared. “You came.”“You said you have something urgent to tell me.” He had called earlier, requesting we meet up because he had something urgent to tell me regarding Curtis, and it wasn't a matter to be discussed over the phone.He stood and pulled out the chair across him. “Thank you.” I sat, suppressing the wince that threatened to betray my condition. “Let'
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-16Life after divorce: The billionaire’s crazy proposal 047
COLEI gently placed Marcella on the bed of the master bedroom in my private villa. It was clear she didn't want anyone to find out about her condition else she wouldn't have refused to go to the hospital. I placed my finger beneath her nose, my heart beating faster when I felt her slow, laboured breaths.I picked up my phone and dialled the number of my friend who was a doctor. “Where are you? How long will it take for you to get here?” I had called her on my way to my villa. Although I tried to be calm, my trembling voice betrayed my panic and worry.“In ten minutes. If you stop calling me every three seconds, I'll get there faster.” She hung up while I sat next to Marcella. “You should have said something.” I muttered, tucking a loose strand of hair behind her ears, my hand lingering on her face.How could I have been so stupid? The signs were all there. Her discomfort, insistence to leave and occasionally trembling fingers. I noticed she looked a bit pale but I didn't take it as a
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CURTIS “How could you let him take her away?” My voice was low, controlled, but the sharp edge of anger cut through each word. Lowering her head, she avoided my gaze. “I apologize, Mr. Black, but she insisted, and… he's your brother so I didn't try to force it.” I massaged my temples as I dialled Amber's number, but it was the same as the last eleven times. She wasn't taking her calls. Waving my hands, I dismissed Amber's bodyguard before dialling Cole's line, but it was switched off. The frown on my face deepened; his phone was never switched off. “When will mommy come back?” Dustin’s tired voice came from behind me. I turned to see him rubbing his eyes as he let out a yawn. Picking him up in my arms, I headed for his room. “Mommy will be running late. You'll see her tomorrow so go to bed,” I told him, my voice soft and soothing. “Hmm-hmm…” He murmured before falling asleep on my shoulders. I gently laid him on the bed before calling his nanny to watch over him. I couldn'
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-18Life after divorce: The billionaire’s crazy proposal 049
Cole backed away, his attempts weak and desperate. “You're crazy.” His voice trembled, barely audible as he spat out another mouthful of blood. His face was nothing like it was a few minutes back. It was now a satisfying shade of red, purple and black with swells at different locations. “Fuck!” He groaned when he turned to the side.I pulled out a handkerchief from my pocket, calmly wiping the blood on my fist. “Disgusting.” The veins in my neck popped when I saw I had gotten some blood on my shirt. I'd have to burn it. Washing it wouldn't get rid of the filth.“I'll ask you one last time. What did you do to her?” I crouched down in front of him, resisting the urge to pound his face in again, and with how he glared at me when he was the one who assaulted my wife, the difficulty only increased.He opened his mouth to speak, before hesitating. “You won't kill me… right?” A sadistic smile stretched across my face. “You no longer think I won't kill you,” I nodded slowly. “Seems the beati
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-18Life after divorce: The billionaire’s crazy proposal 050
Amber’s Pov My eyes fluttered open and the ceiling above me wavered. It was two, then one, then two again. I blinked sluggishly, my head throbbing as the world slowly stitched itself back together. My body felt like lead, sore and heavy, like I’d been asleep for days. My stomach let out a grumble that reverberated in my ears, hunger clawing at my stomach, twisting painfully as if it were trying to devour itself. Swallowing against the dryness in my throat, my eyes slowly took in the room I was in. Realizing I was back in my room, I tried recalling the events that led to me being back here, but all I got in response was a sharp pang in my head, making me wince in pain and give up on remembering. My soul nearly left out of my body at the sight of Curtis to my left. He was seated in a chair beside the bed, his head tilted slightly forward, chest rising and falling in a steady rhythm. Asleep. Watching him while he slept had fast become my favourite hobby. My dry lips spread into a
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-19Life after divorce: The billionaire’s crazy proposal 051
“...from training. I pushed myself too hard, and some of the wounds reopened before they could heal.” I exhaled softly, my gaze dropping to my hands. “I didn’t want you to find out… which is why I went with Cole.” Telling him everything made it feel like a huge burden was lifted from my back, but I couldn't look him in the eye. I didn't want to see what he felt because deep down, I knew already and it made my chest ache. Next to me, he let out a deep sigh that confirmed my suspicion. I flinched when I felt his finger gently graze a barely visible bruise on my arm. “You should have told me.” He was angry. I could hear it… feel it, but I could also hear the guilt as he added. “I should have suspected. The signs were there.” Slowly, I turned to face him, my heart breaking when I saw the miserable look on his face. “It has nothing to do with you. Besides, there's no way you could have known. I just didn't want—” “She's fired.” His words made me halt in my speech. I blinked twice as I
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-20Life after divorce: The billionaire’s crazy proposal 052
CURTISI was beginning to get nervous and worried. Did I go overboard last night? I massaged my temples in frustration, annoyed by how much of an asshole I'd been to her the night before. I was just as confused as she probably was about why I was so angry with her. There were too many reasons for me to be pissed at Cole, but she hadn't done anything. And she ended up the way she did because of me. Perhaps I should have given her more time to get ready, maybe she wouldn't have pushed herself so hard then. Yet all I did was get mad at her and insinuate she was interested in Cole.Once again, without meaning to, I questioned her integrity. Now she wouldn't speak with me and acted exactly how I expected her to treat Cole. Okay, I expected much worse towards Cole. At least she was still responding to me when necessary, but her detachment and the coldness she showed to me was unbearable.“How's she?” I asked the doctor, hoping it was just bruises and not something much worse. The guilt I f
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“No… I don't,” I answered, trying not to let my curiosity show. Expectant, I watched him, waiting for his response.But it never came. He just nodded, stretching lightly as he yawned. “Well, I should get some rest. My body isn't as agile as you youngsters.” And then he just left, leaving me blinking in shock.That old man was really something. Getting some rest when he just woke up? How gullible did he think I was to fall for that, and the clearly fake yawn.I scoffed, a scowl on my face. If he wasn't going to tell me, why did he ask? “How annoying.” Perhaps that's why he wasn't liked. He was annoying, and he knew it.“Focus, Amber. Don't let him get to you,” I muttered to myself as I gently patted my cheeks. This time, I paid attention to my surroundings so no one would sneak up on me again.About twenty minutes later, Lilith walked into the kitchen, rubbing her eyes. She straightened up when she saw me, her expression one of shock. “Marcella, why are you cooking?” Her voice was lace
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AMBER I was starting to desire what I shouldn't. As I sat at the edge of Dustin's bed, watching his chest rise and fall in a peaceful rhythm, I wished we were back at Curtis' mansion, a place I'd come to see as my home.I wished we could be away from this house, this family, the endless cycle of deception and hidden knives. I let out a tired sigh as I brushed a strand of hair from his face. “I wish this was real.” I wished we could start over somewhere far away, somewhere I wasn’t just a replacement. My wishes and desires didn't matter. I knew that much, but…Till it's time to leave, let me dream.Dustin shifted slightly in his sleep, his tiny fingers curling around the edge of the blanket, and my lips curled into a smile as I watched him, my baby. His presence in my life is one of the main reasons I didn't lose myself after losing my baby.It had been a while since I made him a meal. The chefs always handled everything, but I wanted to cook for him again. Slowly and quietly, I lift
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CLINT The sun had risen hours ago, but I barely noticed. My office at home was a mess, with papers scattered across the desk and littering every available surface. I’d spent the entire night going through all the documents related to the project. I exhaled sharply, shutting my eyes which were burning from lack of sleep. “Calm down, Clint.” Although I said that, I just couldn't. Something wasn’t right. My eyes snapped open as I sat up straight, massaging my temples. The numbers didn’t lie. Funds were slow, suppliers were pulling out, and investors were now hesitant. It was supposed to be just the usual delays, and minor issues the project usually experienced, especially for one as big as this. That was what I thought. That it was just bad timing, a rough patch in a solid plan. But not anymore. It was starting to look like sabotage, but I was desperately hoping it wasn't because if it was, there was only one person who could be responsible. “Please, be a mistake,” I muttered
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Lilith let out a chuckle. “You should’ve seen your face,” she said, her laughing fading into a smile. “Why were you just standing there alone?”I exhaled slowly, relieved she didn’t catch me eavesdropping on Genevieve, not that it mattered. Then again, I couldn't trust anyone in this house but Curtis. My lips parted to speak, but I stopped, realizing the opportunity before me. Letting out a tired sigh, I pressed a hand to my head, and said, “I was on my way to the kitchen, but then…” I paused, shaking my head slightly. “I’m not sure, but I think I remembered something from my past… I-I might be getting my memories back.”This was easier and more natural than a full-blown family conference. Now that she knew, it was only a matter of time before everyone else did. Her hands flew to her mouth, eyes glistening with unshed tears. “Really? Your memories are back?” She sniffled before rushing forward, pulling me into a tight hug. As though she'd touched hot iron, she immediately pulled away
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Silence hung in the air, thick, suffocating, and I could almost touch the tension in the air. His eyes scanned the room, stopping when they landed on me. Relief flashed through his eyes, but there was something else that made me feel as though he could see through my facade, and I instantly broke eye contact.Genevieve shot up from her seat, her chair scraping harshly against the floor. The silverware rattled as she slammed her hands against the table. “What the hell are you doing here?” Her voice was sharp, dripping with fury.“Is that any way to greet family?” He took a step inside, completely at ease, like there weren't daggers coming at him from every direction.”Genevieve let out a scoff, before turning to Annie. “Is this what you wanted to tell us about? Annie didn't respond, quietly eating her food, as though she was oblivious to all that was happening around her, but the way she aggressively sliced the lamb told a different story.The lack of reaction seemed to fuel Genevieve’
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CLINT The knock on my office door was soft and hesitant. I didn’t look up from my screen. “What?” Sophie stepped inside, carefully shutting the door behind her. “Sir, I…” She said, her voice trembling. I glanced up, a frown on my face. She was standing stiffly, hands clasped in front of her. The usual bright energy she emanated was replaced by wariness, like she was afraid of me. That irritated me. “Spit it out!,” I ordered, Her trembling moved from just her fingers to her entire body. “What is this? Are you trying to seduce me, because you are simply wasting both our time,” I drawled, leaning back in my seat as my eyes roamed her body. She shook her head furiously, pinching her arm to stay calm. “I’m not!” Her voice was firm, anger flashing through her eyes. “Then what did you come here for and watch your tone.”
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CURTIS Aidbe was the kind of restaurant where only the right people got in. No reservations, no waiting lists. If you had to ask how to get a table, you weren’t important enough. It thrived on exclusivity, where privacy was a given and silence was the real price of entry. Aiden sat across from me, pouring himself the fourth glass of wine like it was his first time tasting it. His ever-present smirk tugged at the corner of his mouth, and his hood was up, shadowing his face. I guess his aesthetic for December was mysterious and brooding. No matter how much I thought about it, probably once, it was childish. He looked every bit like a man who didn’t take anything seriously, except money. And that was exactly what he was. This was the very reason we could be nothing more than business partners. I set my glass down. “I need things to get worse for Cole.”
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AMBER Could I have misheard him? I wondered as I headed for my room, exhaustion setting deep in my bones. Each step felt heavier than the last, and all I wanted was to collapse onto my bed. A sigh left my lips as I pushed open the door. My eyes flickered around the room, my mood dampening when I didn't see Curtis anywhere. Whatever! He was the reason I went through so much in one night. I kicked off my shoes before neatly arranging them on the shoe rack and plopping down on the bed, my eyes fixed on the ceiling. I wondered if I overreacted with Cole. Nah, he deserved more than that. Curtis wouldn't go ballistic if he didn't do anything serious to me—he didn't care that much. The thought of what Cole might have done made me shudder, but thinking about it wouldn't make me remember. I didn't want to recall it either, so I shoved it to the back of my mind. Immediately, Lilith popped up in my mind. Something about how casual, yet specific her questions were unsettled me, but there
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LILITH Marcella's eyes narrowed, her voice sharp as she asked. “Why are you asking?” I blinked, faking innocence. “I just said I was trying to reach you. It was the first time I'd been unable to reach you so I was concerned.” I said, my voice low and soft as though her words hurt me. Guilt flashed across her eyes. She sighed before saying, “I was…” she paused, probably wondering whether to tell me the truth or lie. “I was just asleep, and turned my phone off.” Her eyes didn't leave mine, watching to see my reaction. My heart sank to my stomach as I realized she wasn't who I thought she was, but I still chose to hold on to the hope that there was some misunderstanding. Maybe she just didn't want me to worry about it. Why do you keep letting them take you for an idiot, Lilith? The voice in my head asked, but I blocked it out. Marcella wouldn't betray me. She lied, but… there was a reason. She was the only good thing marrying into Cole's family brought me. Everyone else
