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Chapter 28

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A week had passed since Tris had moved back into her father's mansion, and she was certain that Chris would be looking for her by now. But she was safe here, surrounded by her father's security and luxury.

As she stepped out of her bedroom, she was greeted by the aroma of freshly cooked breakfast. The staff had already set the table, and she could see Ed and Julian walking in from the backyard, their faces serious and intent.

But as soon as they saw Tris, they stopped talking and smiled. Ed gave her a warm "good morning" and Julian greeted her with a charming smile. Tris invited them to join her for breakfast, but Ed declined, saying they had already eaten earlier.

"You go ahead and enjoy your breakfast, Anna," Ed said, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "We have some business to discuss."

Julian nodded in agreement, his eyes never leaving Tris's face. "Yes, we'll catch up with you later, Anna."

Tris watched as they walked away, feeling a sense of curiosity and wonder. What were they
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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 29

    Tris woke up in the middle of the night, her heart racing and her body drenched in sweat. She had had a nightmare, a vivid and disturbing dream that had left her feeling shaken and uneasy. In the dream, she had seen Chris, her former lover, embracing another woman, Anne. The image had been seared into her mind, and Tris couldn't shake the feeling of betrayal and hurt that lingered long after she woke up. She glanced at the clock on her nightstand and saw that it was still 3 am. The house was quiet, the only sound the distant ticking of the grandfather clock in the hallway. Tris threw off the covers and got out of bed, slipping into her robe and tying her hair back into a ponytail. She padded softly out of her room, not wanting to disturb the sleeping servants. The night air was cool and crisp, and Tris breathed deeply, feeling the calmness of the night wash over her. She made her way to the backyard, where a small fire was still burning in the outdoor fireplace. She sat down on

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 30

    Chris woke up with a start as his alarm blared to life. As he opened his eyes, he was shocked to find Anne sleeping beside him, her arms wrapped tightly around his waist. He felt a jolt of panic as he realized that neither of them was wearing any clothes under the blanket, and their clothes were scattered all over the floor. Chris's mind raced as he tried to piece together what had happened the night before. He had been drinking, and Anne had been flirting with him...but he had no memory of them actually sleeping together. Feeling a sense of unease and guilt, Chris carefully extricated himself from Anne's grasp and quickly got out of bed. He gathered up his clothes and hurried into the bathroom, locking the door behind him. As he stood under the cold shower, Chris couldn't shake the feeling of regret and shame. What had he done? He thought about Tris, and how he had promised to wait for her. But now...now he had gone and done something stupid, something that could ruin everything.

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 31

    As they drove away from Anne's parents' house, Chris turned to Anne with a skeptical expression. "So, the pregnancy thing...that was just a lie, right?" he asked, raising an eyebrow.Anne nodded, a mischievous grin spreading across her face. "Of course it was," she said. "We've only been together twice, and it's not like I planned it or anything."Chris chuckled and shook his head. "You're something else, Anne," he said.Anne's expression turned serious, and she reached out to take Chris's hand. "I know I didn't think this through before, but after being with you, I know I made the right choice," she said, her voice filled with conviction.Chris smiled and squeezed her hand, feeling a sense of gratitude towards Anne. She was willing to do whatever it took to be with him, and he appreciated that."I'm glad you feel that way," Chris said, looking at Anne with affection. "And I promise you, I'll do everything in my power to make you happy."Anne's face lit up with a bright smile, and she

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 32

    The day of Chris and Anne's wedding finally arrived, and it was a grand affair. The ceremony was held at a luxurious venue, and the guest list was a who's who of the city's elite. Everyone who was anyone was there, except for one notable absence: Tris.No one knew how to invite Tris, or if she would even have accepted an invitation. But her absence wasn't missed by Chris and Anne, who were too caught up in their own happiness to worry about anyone else.As the ceremony began, Chris and Anne stood before the altar, their eyes locked on each other. They exchanged vows, promising to love and cherish each other for the rest of their lives."I, Chris, take you, Anne, to be my wife," Chris said, his voice trembling with emotion. "I promise to love you, to honor you, and to cherish you, now and forever."Anne's eyes shone with tears as she repeated her own vows. "I, Anne, take you, Chris, to be my husband," she said. "I promise to love you, to support you, and to stand by your side, through

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 33

    Since her first kiss with Julian, Tris felt her heart slowly healing. The pain of Chris's betrayal still lingered, but with Julian by her side, she felt a sense of happiness she hadn't felt in a long time.Tris walked out of her room, a smile on her face, expecting to see Julian already seated at the breakfast table with her father. But to her surprise, only Ed was there, sipping his coffee and reading the newspaper."Good morning, sweetie," Ed said, looking up from his paper. "Sleep well?"Tris nodded, feeling a bit disappointed that Julian wasn't there. "Yeah, I did," she replied, taking a seat next to Ed. "Where's Julian?"Ed shrugged, his expression neutral. "I'm not sure," he said. "He didn't come for breakfast. Maybe he's still sleeping."Tris raised an eyebrow, feeling a pang of worry. Julian was usually an early riser, and it was unlike him to sleep in. She wondered if everything was okay.Tris waited and waited for Julian to arrive, but as the day wore on, she began to feel a

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 34

    Julian stepped out of the study, his eyes scanning the hallway for any sign of Tris. But she was nowhere to be found. He checked the living room, the kitchen, and even the library, but there was no sign of her.Just as he was starting to get worried, Julian spotted one of the gardeners walking by. "Excuse me," Julian said, approaching the man. "Have you seen Anna?"The gardener nodded. "Yes, sir. I saw her heading towards the stables about 10 minutes ago. She said something about wanting to visit Starlight."Julian's heart skipped a beat. Tris must have gone to see her favorite horse. He quickly made his way to the stables, his long strides eating up the distance.As he approached the stables, Julian could hear the sound of Tris's laughter, followed by the soft whinny of a horse. He smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over him.Julian pushed open the door to the stables and stepped inside. The smell of hay and horseflesh filled his nostrils, and he breathed it in deeply."Anna?" he

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 35

    As the car pulled up to the entrance of the grand casino, Tris's eyes widened in amazement. She had been here before, but only when she was a little girl, and she barely remembered it. Now, as she gazed up at the towering structure, she felt like she was seeing it for the first time.The casino's facade was a dazzling display of lights and colors, with giant screens and neon signs that seemed to stretch on forever. The sound of music and laughter spilled out onto the sidewalk, mingling with the hum of traffic and the chatter of passersby.Tris felt a thrill of excitement as she stepped out of the car, her eyes drinking in the sights and sounds of the bustling casino. She had always known that her father was a wealthy and influential man, but seeing his casino up close like this was a reminder of just how powerful and successful he really was.As she stood there, taking it all in, Julian appeared at her side, his hand reaching out to rest on the small of her back. Tris felt a jolt of s

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 36

    The next morning, Tris sat at the breakfast table, her eyes fixed on the plate of food in front of her. She wasn't really hungry, but she had forced herself to come downstairs and eat something, hoping that it would help her shake off the gloomy mood that had been plaguing her since the night before.Ed walked into the room, a cup of coffee in his hand, and took a seat beside Tris. He looked at her with concern, noticing the way she was pushing her food around her plate without actually eating anything."Hey, kiddo, what's wrong?" Ed asked, his voice soft and gentle. "You look like you've lost your last friend."Tris sighed, putting down her fork and pushing her plate away. "I just had a fight with Julian," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.Ed's expression turned serious, his eyes narrowing slightly. "What happened?" he asked, his voice encouraging.Tris hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal. But something about Ed's kind and non-judgmental expression put her at ease, and

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  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 67

    As Tris walked away from Chris, she felt a sense of closure and a new beginning. She knew that she had finally put the past behind her and was ready to move on with her life. Julian was waiting for her outside, a smile on his face as he saw her approaching. "Hey, how did it go?" he asked, concern etched on his face. Tris smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. "It went well," she said. "I forgave him and we both got closure." Julian's face lit up with a warm smile. "I'm so proud of you, baby," he said. "You're an amazing woman." Tris blushed, feeling happy and content. "Thanks, Julian," she said. "I couldn't have done it without you." Julian took her hand, his eyes filled with love and adoration. "You'll never have to do anything alone again, Anna," he said. "I'll always be here for you." Tris smiled, feeling grateful for the love and support Julian had given her. "I know," she said. "And that means everything to me." They walked hand in hand for a while, enjo

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 66

    As Tris thought about Julian's words, she felt a sudden surge of clarity. She realized that she had been holding onto her anger and resentment towards Chris for far too long."It's not his fault," Tris said to herself, her voice barely above a whisper. "It's not his fault that my heart and life fell apart."Tris thought back to the beginning of her relationship with Chris. She had chosen to trust him, to believe in him. And when he had betrayed that trust, she had felt like her whole world had been turned upside down.But as she thought about it now, Tris realized that she had been just as much to blame as Chris. She had chosen to ignore the warning signs, to overlook the red flags. She had chosen to believe in Chris, even when her instincts had told her otherwise."I was just as guilty as he was," Tris said to herself, her voice filled with a newfound understanding. "I chose to trust him, to believe in him. And when he betrayed that trust, I felt like my whole world had been turned u

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 65

    Just as the tension between Tris and Alex was escalating, Julian appeared out of nowhere, his eyes scanning the scene before him. When he saw Chris, his expression darkened, and he quickly moved to stand behind Tris, his arms wrapping protectively around her. "Anna, what's going on?" Julian asked, his voice low and even. Tris turned to him, her eyes welling up with tears. "It's Chris," she said, her voice shaking. Julian's eyes narrowed, his gaze fixed on Chris. "What are you doing here?" he asked, his tone cold. Chris held up his hands, a placating expression on his face. "I didn't mean to cause any trouble," he said. "I just wanted to start a new life, away from my family and all the drama." Tris snorted, her eyes flashing with anger. "You expect us to believe that?" she said. Chris sighed, his shoulders slumping. "I know I hurt you, Tris," he said. "But I'm not here to cause any more pain. I just want to move on with my life." Julian's arms tightened around Tris, holding he

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 64

    Two days had passed since Tris and Julian's romantic night together. But now, Tris was feeling far from romantic. She was feeling weak and lethargic, and she couldn't stop vomiting.At first, Tris had tried to brush it off as exhaustion from taking care of the house. But as the day wore on, she couldn't shake off the feeling that something was wrong.Julian had been watching her with concern, and he had finally had enough. "Anna, we're going to the hospital," he said, his voice firm.Tris shook her head, trying to protest. "I'm fine, Julian. I just need to rest."But Julian was insistent. "No, Anna. You're not fine. You're vomiting and you have a fever. We need to get you checked out."Tris tried to argue, but Julian was too strong. He scooped her up in his arms and carried her out to the car.As they drove to the hospital, Tris couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. What if something was seriously wrong with her? What if she was really sick?Julian must have sensed her fear, becau

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 63

    Tris had spent all afternoon cooking Julian's favorite meal: roasted chicken with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables. She had set the table with candles and flowers, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.Just as she was finishing up, Tris heard the sound of the front door opening. Julian was home. She smiled to herself, knowing that he would be pleased with the dinner she had prepared.As Julian walked into the kitchen, Tris's heart skipped a beat. He looked tired and hungry, his eyes scanning the room for food. When he saw the spread on the table, his face lit up with a smile."Wow, Anna, you've outdone yourself," Julian said, his stomach growling with anticipation. "I'm starving."Tris laughed and playfully rolled her eyes. "Not yet, you're not eating yet," she said, teasing him.Julian raised an eyebrow, his eyes sparkling with amusement. "What do you mean? I'm famished."Tris smiled slyly. "I want you to wait. I want to make this a special night."Julian's eyes narro

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 62

    Tris stood in the stables, her eyes fixed on Starlight, her beloved horse. She was trying to hold back tears, but they kept streaming down her face. Leaving the mansion, where she had grown up and shared so many memories with her family, was harder than she had anticipated.Julian had refused to let her sell the mansion, insisting that it was a part of her heritage and that she should keep it. He had also promised to keep all the staff employed, so they could continue to take care of the estate and Starlight.Tris was grateful for Julian's thoughtfulness, but it didn't make leaving any easier. She felt like she was abandoning a part of herself, leaving behind the only home she had ever known.As she stroked Starlight's mane, Tris whispered, "Thank you for waiting for me, girl. I'm so sorry I had to leave you for so long."Starlight nickered softly, as if she understood Tris's words. Tris smiled through her tears, feeling a deep connection to her horse."I'll be back, I promise," Tris

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 61

    Days turned into weeks, and Tris struggled to come to terms with her new reality. She had lost her father, and with him, a part of herself. The grief was overwhelming, and she felt like she was drowning in a sea of sadness.As she wandered around the empty mansion, Tris couldn't help but feel a sense of loneliness. She had never felt so alone in her life. Her father was gone, and her mother had been gone for years. She had no siblings, no close relatives. All she had was Julian.And Julian, dear Julian, was trying his best to be there for her. But even his love and support couldn't fill the void in her heart. Tris felt like she was just going through the motions, waiting for the day when she could finally find some peace.The wedding, which was supposed to be a joyous celebration, now felt like a distant obligation. Tris and Julian were supposed to get married in just a week, but Tris couldn't muster up the enthusiasm to care. She felt like she was just pretending to be happy, pretend

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 60

    The day of Ed's funeral arrived, and Tris was surprised to see a sea of faces gathered to pay their respects. She had always thought that her father was a cold and arrogant man, and that no one would show up to his funeral.But as she looked around, she saw that she was wrong. There were hundreds of people there, all of whom seemed to have been touched by Ed's life in some way. Tris didn't recognize a single face, but it was clear that her father had made a profound impact on the lives of those around him.Tris felt a lump form in her throat as she gazed out at the crowd. She had been so blind to her father's true nature, and now it was too late to make amends.Julian, sensing her distress, wrapped his arm around her shoulders and pulled her close. "I'm here for you, Anna," he whispered, his voice trembling with emotion. "I'll never leave your side."Tris felt a wave of gratitude wash over her, and she leaned into Julian's embrace. She was so glad that he was there to support her thro

  • Mr. Ex Knelt Before Me    Chapter 59

    As they stepped into Julian's apartment, Tris felt a sense of excitement wash over her. It was as if no time had passed at all, and they were back to where they had left off.Julian smiled, his eyes roving over her face. "You look stunning tonight, Anna," he said, his voice low and husky. "That dress was made for you."Tris blushed, feeling a flutter in her chest. "Thank you," she whispered, her eyes locked on his.They stood in the living room, the city lights twinkling outside the window. Julian walked over to the window and pushed it open, allowing the cool night air to sweep in.Tris felt a shiver run down her spine as the breeze caressed her skin. Julian turned to her, his eyes burning with intensity."Come here," he whispered, his voice barely audible.Tris's heart skipped a beat as she walked towards him, her heels clicking on the floor. Julian's eyes never left hers, his gaze drawing her in like a magnet.As she reached him, Julian wrapped his arms around her, pulling her clos

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