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11: In his arms

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Aria sat quietly, her gaze fixed on her husband sitting across the table. She was studying him—his features, his presence. His eyes were a warm shade of hazelnut, small but full of life. Thick eyebrows framed his face, his nose broad and defined, and his lips... soft, pink, and temptingly kissable. She was so lost in her thoughts, she didn’t realize she was gently biting down on her fork.

“You’ve been staring at me like that for over an hour,” he said with a smirk, his voice laced with playful teasing. “You done? Or were you hoping for another round?” He winked, biting his lower lip in that maddeningly sexy way he knew drove her wild.

“Not even close,” she said, tearing her eyes away from him and focusing on the hot steak in front of her. She picked up the knife, ready to cut into it, but before she could, he leaned in with a piece of steak on his fork, holding it close to her mouth.

She met his gaze for a moment, then leaned forward and took the bite, lips brushing the fork he held.

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  • My Mysterious Husband   13: When Truth Breaks

    Down the hallway of the Vale estate, Lucien parents sat in the grand study with Sophie Barbers — elegant, cunning, and hopelessly in love with the man who barely noticed her. She smiled sweetly as Mrs. Vale poured her tea.“She’s stunning,” Sophie admitted, her tone light but sharp. “But beauty fades. And Aria… well, she’s not us.” She hates Aria very much to the point she wants to harm her for snatching the man she loves.“She served her purpose,” Mr. Vale replied coolly, flipping through a file of news clippings featuring Aria’s wedding photos. “The public loves her. Investors are pouring in. But soon… it will be time.”“Time for Lucien to come to his senses,” Sophie added, smiling tightly. “And return to the woman truly meant for him.” Sophie’s fingers tightened around her teacup and can't wait for the time to happen.Mrs. Alicia Vale was genuinely taken aback by what she had just heard. All she ever cared about was her son's happiness, and she truly believed that he loved his wife

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    Fabian sat outside his café, sipping a milkshake like it was fine wine, confusion painted all over his very handsome, very baffled face.“Where is everyone?!” he muttered dramatically to himself, scanning the empty shop like it personally betrayed him. “We used to sell drinks faster than you could say double caramel choco-mocha blast with almond foam.”He squinted through the glass at his staff inside. “Is it them?” he whispered like he was in an episode of CSI: Coffee Shop Edition. “Are they... too old? Has my café turned into a retirement home with espresso shots?”Just then, a group of ladies stood across the street, staring at the café like it was cursed or about to explode. They looked like they wanted a drink—but also like the drinks might punch them in the throat.Fabian, ever the charming café prince, stood up, milkshake in hand, and walked over with a smile that could sell Wi-Fi to a caveperson.“Hi, ladies,” he said sweetly, waving like a shampoo commercial. “I see you eyein

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  • My Mysterious Husband   18: Impact on Business

    Fabian paced across the polished wooden floor of the café, the faint hum of the espresso machine now a hollow echo in the background of a place that used to buzz with life. His voice trembled with a mix of anger and desperation as he turned to face Lucien."Do you have any idea how Sophie has jeopardized everything we worked for?" Fabian exclaimed, his voice laced with frustration and disappointment. "We've lost thousands of loyal customers—all because of her feelings for you. Our business is crumbling, and we’re no longer making the millions we used to every month. What are we supposed to do now to turn this around?"Lucien remained composed. He leaned back in his chair, crossing one leg over the other with a calm, almost detached air. "Don't worry too much, Fabian," he replied evenly. "Our customers will come back in time."Fabian frowned, his voice growing more desperate. "But how long are we supposed to wait? You know I can't just sit back and hope for the best. This café isn’t ju

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  • My Mysterious Husband   19: Husband's business Worries

    Aria noticed her husband lost in thought, his gaze distant as if something weighed on his mind. She quietly sat beside him on the couch and asked, “You’ve seemed distracted these past few days—what’s on your mind?” Though she knew little about his personal life beyond his kindness toward her, curiosity got the better of her. Even if she felt uneasy prying, she couldn’t help but ask.“Our café has been losing customers,” he admitted. “My business partner and I are really worried.” Aria was surprised he opened up to her, and the vulnerability in his voice stirred something in her. She wanted to understand him better—and more than that, she wanted to help.“Maybe I can help,” Aria said softly, her voice careful but sincere.Lucien turned his head slowly, his expression unreadable at first. His eyes searched hers, as if trying to gauge whether she truly meant it. He hadn’t expected that—her offer, or the steady calm in her voice. “You really think you can?” he asked, his voice low, almost

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