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[Vivienne]The elevator jerks to a halt, and the lights flicker before plunging us into total darkness.Elijah curses softly under his breath. “Well, this is just fantastic.”I blink, trying to adjust to the sudden blackness. “Did we just—?”“Yep,” he cuts me off, sounding calm despite the situation. “Elevator’s stuck. Don’t worry, it happens from time to time. Building’s old.”I can hear him moving, likely reaching for his phone. “Let me just call maintenance, and we’ll be out in no time.”“Great. Stuck in an elevator. Just what I needed today.”“Hey, if you’re going to get stuck in an elevator, at least you’re stuck with me. It could be worse.”I laugh, despite myself. “Always looking at the bright side, huh?”“Well,” he says, his voice moving closer, “I try to make the best out of bad situations. Keeps life interesting.”“You’re impossible.”He chuckles, and I hear him tapping away on his phone. “They’ll get us out soon. In the meantime, consider this a forced break. I bet you have
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[Vivienne]I don’t breathe.My face is pressed against his chest, and I can feel the steady rise and fall of his breathing, hear the strong, calm rhythm of his heart. It’s grounding, soothing even. It helps.I pull back slightly, but his arms remain firm around me, not too tight, just enough to keep me steady. “You sure you’re not secretly an action hero?” I murmur, trying to lighten the mood.He chuckles softly. “Sorry to disappoint, but no cape under here.” His hand grazes the back of my head, smoothing over my hair. “You okay?”I nod, though I’m not entirely sure if it’s for me or him. “Yeah, I’m fine. Just… wasn’t expecting that.”“Me neither.” He glances up at the flickering lights. “But hey, look on the bright side. You finally got to see my catching skills. I’ve been trying to prove to you for so long that I played rugby before.”“Is that what this was? A demonstration of your athletic prowess?”“Absolutely,” he replies, his tone mock-serious. “Next time, I’ll have to show off
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[Vivienne]My back stiffens at the familiar voice.I haven’t even turned around yet, and I already know whose mouth those words are coming out of.Irritation burns in my chest like never before.I turn around to face him head-on.“What are you doing here?”He doesn’t say anything right away. Just stares. As if trying to get comfortable in my space. He sits there on the couch like nothing can move him, as if he holds not even an ounce of guilt for walking into my place without permission.And I hate him even more for that.“I said, what are you doing here, Caden?”“What do you think?” he says, and I feel like I don’t have the patience for his nonsense.It hasn’t even been 24 hours since we last met, meaning his every word and action is still imprinted on my mind, fresh as ink.I fold my arms across my chest, glaring at him. “I think you’re in the wrong place. Get out.”He raises an eyebrow, not offended but definitely amused. “Bold words for someone like you, don’t you think?”Someone
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[Vivienne]If I thought he looked annoyed earlier, now he looks full-blown furious.He moves so close to my face, I almost think he’s going to hurt me.But I don’t flinch or step away. I refuse to be intimidated. Sure, it takes everything in me to look into his eyes and not wince at the dangerous intensity of them, but I hold on.I’m a Richardson, I remind myself. I’m not his loyal, meek wife anymore. I don’t care what he thinks. I don’t care what he does. I don’t care about his opinion.The only thing that matters is my self-respect and dignity. And I won’t compromise it. Not tonight. Not ever.“You will not,” he growls in my face, his jaw grinding. “do that, Vivienne.”“Watch me,” I say, not backing down. “Caden.”His nostrils flare, and I can almost hear the snap of his patience breaking.But I stand firm. My heart pounds in my chest, but my gaze doesn’t waver.“You think this is a game, don’t you?” he says quietly, his voice deep. “You think you can act like you don’t care, and I’
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[Vivienne]Money. Money. Money.That’s all he cares about. That’s everything he cares about.I know I’ve already regretted this a million times before, but thinking about what just happened makes my blood fucking boil.What the hell does he think of himself?What does he—No, no, no, no, no. I’m not getting sucked into that same toxic cycle again. I won’t.As soon as he walks out the door, I call Marcus.He picks up right away, like he always does. “Yes, Ms. Richardson. Is everything alright?”I look around the place, curling my fingers into a tight fist. I shove the tears off my face and take a deep breath. “Prepare the car, Marcus. We’re leaving.”He doesn’t ask unnecessary questions. “I’ll be there in five.”I pack what I need as quickly as I can and storm out of the building.By the time I stand next to the guard at the entrance, Marcus is already there, ready to help me with the small bag I’ve packed.He tosses the bag in the trunk and opens the door for me.“Where to, madam?” he
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[Vivienne]During the four-hour drive to the estate, I don’t dare fall asleep.I can’t.Caden’s words keep ringing in my ears…One: We reconcile, get married again, and raise the kid together.Two: We don’t get married again but share equal custody of the child.Three: You say your damn price and give up all the rights of this baby over to me, and we forget we even made this mistake together.Mistake. That’s what he called it.Price. That’s what he thought would be enough for him to get what he wanted.Fucking bastard.I hate him so much. I don’t think I could ever feel anything for him now except this deep, dark, disgusting hatred. I want to scream, punch something—anything—to release the tension building up in my chest.But I just sit there. Silent. Boiling.Marcus glances at me in the rearview mirror, but he doesn’t say a word. Smart. There’s nothing he could say that would help anyway.The familiar roads of the estate come into view, and I finally have something else to focus on.
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One Week Later[Caden]“What the hell is this?” I hear myself roar on what should’ve been a normal Monday morning.Why? Because the first thing I see on my desk is a court order, restraining me from being anywhere near my ex-wife. “Is this some kind of joke?”Betty Adams, my assistant, looks more anxious than usual. She nervously pushes her thick-rimmed glasses up her nose and clasps her hands tightly in front of her. “I don’t think so, sir. I’ve already sent a copy to the legal department. Hopefully, they’ll be able to give us more information soon.”I slam the paper down on my desk. “How the hell did this happen without me even knowing?”Betty flinches slightly. “It must have been filed under emergency provisions. These types of orders can be fast-tracked, especially if there’s a claim of imminent danger or threat.”“Imminent danger?” I scoff. “She thinks I’m a threat to her?”She can’t be serious about this. Who the hell even gives her such stupid advice? First, she becomes hellbent
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Another Week Later[Vivienne]I look at my small bump in the mirror, my chest flooding with happiness that can’t be measured.“Look at you, growing inside Mommy. Soon you’re going to make me look like an elephant, and you know what? I don’t even care. I just want you to be healthy, happy, and perfect.”A knock on the door pulls me out of my thoughts. I step away from the mirror and walk back to the bed.“Yes, come in.”One of the maids appears. “Mr. Walter and Mr. Yardley are here to see you.”I nod, remembering the meeting with the two of them.“Take them to the office. I’ll be there in a few minutes.”“Yes, ma’am.”After a quick glance in the mirror to ensure I look presentable, I make my way to the office. When I enter, I find Elijah and Theo (Theodore Yardley, one of my second cousins) seated at the long mahogany table, deep in conversation. They look up as I walk in, and I can see the mixture of respect and concern in their eyes.“Thank you for coming,” I greet them and take a se
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[Vivienne]The nurse leads me to the operating theater first but asks me to wait outside.My hands shake as I stare at the door, wondering how Harvey must be doing.How the hell did he get into an accident? Who was the woman with him? Why did he skip work? And what the hell was he doing on the west side of the city? We don’t even have any offices there.That area is basically filled with schools, colleges, and other educational institutes."If you need anything else, I’ll be at the reception," the nurse says, ready to leave and get back to her work.I don’t let her, though.I speak before she can even turn. "How long is it going to take?"She understands what I mean by it—she must face situations like this every day. "Nothing can be said for sure right now. And I understand that waiting feels difficult, especially when your brother is in there. But trust me, the best thing you can do right now is let the doctors do their job. They will tell you everything once they’re done treating yo
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I decide to pick up my things from Harvey’s place and head back to our grandparents’ house.It’s the only place where I can think clearly and have some peace to myself.God knows I need a moment to just breathe.So much has happened in a single day—my body and brain both need a well-earned break.When I arrive at his place, Mimi still hasn’t returned from school.Good. Because if she had tried to stop me one more time with those big, adorable eyes, I probably would have changed my mind. That girl has some serious charm. No wonder Harvey can’t resist any of her demands—same goes for my parents.Dad once told me that when he took her to his office—back before he retired—she demanded to play loud pony-themed music and made everyone dance, as if the entire company had thrown a party just for her.Easy to say, the employees couldn’t have asked for a better break—or a better boss.Anyway, I grab my stuff and get back into the car, making sure to leave a text for Harvey so he knows my unexpec
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[Vivienne]Once I’m far enough that Avery’s screaming fades into the background, I take a deep breath, trying to calm myself.God knows what’s up with these Lawrences lately. Have they all sworn to make my life hell? To never let me have a moment of peace?I shake my head and push some loose dark curls out of my face.When I return to the table, I find Theo sitting alone.And my anger flares all over again.How could he do this to me? Out of all the women he could have dated, he chose her—the sister of my ex-husband? Did he have no respect for me? Did I not tell him what that family did to me?How could he ignore all of that and fall for a girl who is neither right for him nor anything like him?She’s just like her mother. Like Sasha. Evil. Pure evil.I still remember the day she threw that scorching coffee in my face at the café…Anyway, I take a deep breath and make my way to the table.Theo sees me approaching, and before I can say a word, he stands up, hands braced against the tab
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I stare at her, unsure whether to laugh in her face or take her seriously.“End me?” I tip my head to the side, pushing her off me at the same time. “Do you hear yourself? You sound unhinged.”“You think I’m joking?”“Nah, more like you’re trying to be something you’re not.”“You think I can’t hurt you?”I roll my eyes. “Oh, please. You? Hurt me? Avery, you’re a spoiled little brat from a family of professional liars and melodramatic wannabe royals. The only thing you’ve ever ‘ended’ is a shopping spree when Daddy cut you off. So, forgive me if I find it absolutely hilarious that you think you’re some kind of threat.”Avery’s mouth drops open.She probably didn’t expect me to say something like that.I’m not surprised. I was never this sassy in front of Caden’s family. I was good, loyal, and completely dedicated. But instead of appreciating any of it, they always assumed the worst of me.And—shockingly—they still do.Anyway, now that she has nothing to say, I turn to finally get the h
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[Vivienne]Avery looks just as surprised to see me.Her eyes widen, and she jolts to her feet, her face slowly turning pale.Theo probably notices her odd reaction, but before he can say anything, Avery quickly grabs my arm and giggles over her shoulder.“You have no idea how long I’ve been waiting for someone to arrive. I desperately need a lady’s help. Be right back!”And with that bizarre excuse, she drags me to the bathroom, shuts the door, and spins to face me—a crown of sweat already glistening on her forehead.“What the fuck are you doing here?” she snaps, glaring at me with those little brown eyes of hers.I raise a brow. “I could ask you the same question, couldn’t I?”“Oh, shut up!”“If that’s what you want.” I turn to leave. If she wants me to shut up, then I’d rather spend my time elsewhere.But of course, she doesn’t let me.She grabs my arm and yanks me back around—hard this time.I hiss and wrench myself free. “Are you crazy? You’re hurting me.”Instead of looking guilt
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[Caden]I walk out of the mansion and reach my car, already parked in the driveway.But I don’t get inside and move on with my day.No. I stop just before getting in and slam my fist against the roof of the car.Damn it! So close. I was so damn close to telling her everything. If only she had given me a chance.But can I really blame her? Is it really her fault for not giving me a chance now?The answer is no. I can’t blame her, and she isn’t at fault. I’ve wronged her in too many ways for her to believe that this time, when I speak to her, it comes straight from my heart. My words. My effort. My care.But does that mean I should just… give up?Absolutely not.I turn to face the mansion I just walked out of and mumble to myself,“You think I don’t want the child. But you couldn’t be more wrong. I have never wanted anything more in my life. But I have my reasons for holding back. I have a reason for not wanting to pass on my disabilities to our child—to keep them from suffering the sam
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[Vivienne]For the next five minutes, neither of us says anything.Caden keeps his gaze locked on me while I continue to pretend that nothing he said has affected me in any way.But I’d be lying if I said his version of that night doesn’t make sense.It does. I just don’t know if it changes anything.Even if I admit that Sasha might have played me—made a fool out of me—that doesn’t explain his indifference toward me during our entire marriage. It doesn’t explain why he chose to stay away not just for days but for weeks, sometimes even months. Or why he spent the majority of his time with his family and assistant but not a single meaningful moment with his own damn wife.And it certainly doesn’t explain all the media buzz about him and Sasha—rumors of them being secretly engaged, enjoying vacations on exotic islands, and so on.“You should leave,” I tell him after a while, unsure if there’s anything left between us to discuss.No matter how innocent he claims to be, it doesn’t change t
