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"What?!" Luke's voice echoed across the room, breaking the silence that once enveloped his office. "How did it...? What happened? How did it happen?" His words tumbled out in a frantic rush as he stood up from his chair and tugged at his hair. "I'm not really sure. They told me Luna walked up to her to ask her something, and then she just... stabbed her," Marcus's voice was laced with worry and perplexity. "It just doesn't make any sense. The bodyguards are supposed to protect her, not hurt her."Luke's face twisted in anger and frustration. He let out a huff of air, his fingers digging deep into his scalp as if he were trying to rip his hair off. "Where is she?" He asked in a low growl. "I need to see her. I need to know she's okay.""The detective said she's at Morrison Hospital," Marcus replied. "I'm already on my way there." Luke didn't waste any more time. As soon as he hung up, he grabbed his keys and headed straight for the door. His mind was racing with thoughts of Luna,
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Sorrow crept in as Luna gazed around the empty room, the silence was deafening. Her eyes locked onto the clock as the hours ticked by, each one reminding her that she was alone in her marriage. Just as she thought the night couldn't get any worse, she heard the sound of the door opening. Her heart skipped a beat as her husband walked in, his eyes scanned the room, taking in the candlelit table, the flowers and the anniversary cake.For a moment, he just stood there, his expression unreadable. Then, his face twisted into a mixture of annoyance and irritation. “Luna, what's all this?” he asked gruffly, his question like a slap in her face.She walked over to him and hugged him. It felt like she was hugging a tree because he didn't hug her back, he just stood there with discomfort on his face.“Have you forgotten what day it is?” She asked, looking up at him as she let go. He let out a sharp, teeth-clenched hiss—an action he did whenever he was annoyed. A small frown crept up her fac
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Her hands trembled as she turned the doorknob and saw that it was unlocked. She didn't want them to know she was there.With a gentle push, she created a tiny gap in the door, allowing herself to glance inside the room undetected. But how could she be detected when they were so engrossed in each other? The sight of their entwined bodies was a dagger to her heart, a painful betrayal that left her gasping for breath.She moved back swiftly, shock and horror evident in her eyes as she struggled to process the devastating scene. The image of them seared itself in her brain, one that she would never forget. She saw the woman's leg wrapped around her husband's waist, their bodies moving in a slow sensual dance that made her blood run cold.A storm of emotions raged within her–jealousy, anger, betrayal and sorrow. She marched over to the door and was about to barge in when the woman spoke up again.“George…I wanted to talk to you. It's about Luna”. She froze, her eyes narrowing and her li
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“W-What are you doing here?” She scoffed, yanking her arm from his grip. “Here to laugh at my misery?” She hiccuped, the alcohol already taking a toll on her.“Laugh?” He chuckled lightly. “Why would I laugh at you?” He sat down on the stool next to hers, resting his chin on his hand as he placed it on the counter. “I'm just wondering, what brings a beautiful woman like you to a joint like this?” Luna threw her head back and downed the tequila shot as soon as the bartender poured some into her glass, letting out a small gasp as the liquid burned her throat. She turned to the man and gazed at him through blurry eyes.“Just trying to forget,” she slurred as the words ran out together. “Forget what?” He asked, his deep voice low and soothing.Luna shrugged, her shoulders barely moving. “Everything…what you did.”The man raised a brow as he jerked his head up. “What did I do?” Luna's eyes narrowed, her vision still blurry. “You know exactly what I'm talking about,” she spat out.His
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Luna woke up with a start, her head throbbing from the previous night's escapades. As she sat up, a wave of nausea washed over her and she rushed to the bathroom where her body expelled its contents into the toilet.The pain in her head intensified, and she felt like she was going to pass out. Finally emerging from the bathroom, she stopped in her tracks. “What the…” Her brows furrowed in confusion as she was greeted by an unfamiliar room. Grogginess clouded her mind as she tried to recall how she ended up there and the events of the previous night. As she took in her surroundings, a glimpse of something caught her eye.On the edge of the bed, closest to where she woke up, she saw a faint bloody stain and her heart sank. She looked down at herself and saw that she was wearing a short T-shirt that barely covered her thighs. She felt a spike of panic as she tried to piece together the fragments of the previous night—obscure memories of the bar, tequila shots blurring her vision and th
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FOUR YEARS LATER “And the CEO of the Year award goes to…!” With a mischievous glint in his eyes, the presenter savoured the moment, building the tension as he scanned the crowd’s expectant faces.He relished the fact that he held the power to make someone's night unforgettable. As the spotlight danced across the sea of faces, he lifted his arms and her name soared through the air, shattering the silence.“Luna Chavez!!” Her eyes widened as her name hung in the air, her mind struggling to process what she'd heard. The room fell silent, heads turning in her direction as the spotlight stayed fixed on her. “Luna, he called your name.” She turned to face her, still frozen in disbelief. Sophia slightly jabbed her ribs, making Luna slowly stand to her feet, her legs trembling beneath her dress. She took a step forward, her eyes fixed on the stage. “Miss. Luna, we don't have all day please.” The presenter beckoned to her and she quickened her steps with a nervous smile appearing on her fa
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Luna stood up, smoothing her jacket as she extended a hand across the polished mahogany table. “Thank you, gentlemen, for placing your trust in our company. We won't disappoint you.” The clients, impressed by her confidence and presentation, shook her hand, exchanging pleasantries. As they left, Luna felt a sense of relief and satisfaction wash over her. Another successful deal closed.Sophia, who'd been quietly observing from a corner of the room, approached her. “Your skills never cease to amaze me, Luna.” Luna gave her a warm smile, tucking a stray strand of dark brown hair behind her ear. “Thanks, Sophia.” “So, uhh…I was thinking….you know with everything we've been juggling lately, I think we deserve a quick break.” She said nervously, fidgeting with her red silk dress. Luna raised a brow, wondering what she was hinting at.“A quick break?” Sophia nodded.“Yeah, a quick break and I was thinking we should go shopping…like today…right now.” Luna scoffed, shaking her head.” You
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Luna rose from her chair slowly, her eyes widening in shock. “G-George?” she whispered in disbelief, unable to believe her eyes. George stood before her, still looking dashing as ever, with his almost perfectly chiselled features. A charming smile played on his lips as his piercing grey eyes held her gaze, boring into her soul. He wore a tailored black suit that accentuated his broad shoulders and his stylishly dark messy hair. His hands were in his pockets, making his stance exude sheer confidence. He took a step forward, his eyes still locked on Luna's, but stopped abruptly when she raised her hand. Her palm faced him, a clear warning to keep his distance. Luna's jaw tightened, her words forced out between clenched teeth, “What are you doing here?” she took in fierce breaths, her heart pounding heavily against her chest with each second that passed. George's gaze softened, letting out a small sigh. “Luna, I know you're furious right now but I need to talk to you.” “There's no
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SECRETS OF THE HEART CHAPTER SEVENTY TWO
"What?!" Luke's voice echoed across the room, breaking the silence that once enveloped his office. "How did it...? What happened? How did it happen?" His words tumbled out in a frantic rush as he stood up from his chair and tugged at his hair. "I'm not really sure. They told me Luna walked up to her to ask her something, and then she just... stabbed her," Marcus's voice was laced with worry and perplexity. "It just doesn't make any sense. The bodyguards are supposed to protect her, not hurt her."Luke's face twisted in anger and frustration. He let out a huff of air, his fingers digging deep into his scalp as if he were trying to rip his hair off. "Where is she?" He asked in a low growl. "I need to see her. I need to know she's okay.""The detective said she's at Morrison Hospital," Marcus replied. "I'm already on my way there." Luke didn't waste any more time. As soon as he hung up, he grabbed his keys and headed straight for the door. His mind was racing with thoughts of Luna,
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She tentatively stepped out of the taxi and onto the mansion's driveway. Her eyes quickly scanned the surroundings with a mix of urgency and caution. The cool breeze of the evening gently toyed with her dress and the sky was painted with yellow and orange hues. But she wasn't there to enjoy the scenery or the evening's beauty.She adjusted her shades and pulled the tip of her hat lower as her gaze darted around to see if anyone was watching or following her. A burly-looking man who was the taxi driver eyed her curiously as she handed him a few bills. As soon as he collected the money, she turned away and started to walk towards the mansion.The sound of her heels clicking on the pavement echoed through the quiet evening, and she quickened her pace, her heartbeat slightly picking up. She had received a call in the middle of the night and the husky voice on the other end sent shivers down her spine. He had called for her and she just had to come.As she approached the entrance, the ma
SECRETS OF THE HEART CHAPTER SEVENTY
The corporate park was almost deserted as evening fell—the only sound was the distant hum of a few remaining cars. Then, a low roar echoed across the area as Luke pulled up on his sleek powerbike in front of Luna's company.Luke was dressed in a simple yet stylishly casual outfit, consisting of a black T-shirt and matching black pants. With his helmet still on, he flipped up his visor, revealing his grey eyes as he glanced at his phone to check the time.6 PM.Luna would come out at any minute. Her car had broken down unexpectedly that morning—courtesy of Luke—so he knew she didn't have a ride home unless she decided to take a bus or walk back.As Luke leaned against his powerbike, his mind couldn't help but wander off to the events of the past few days. The expression on Luna's face when he confessed his love for her and also told her the truth about that night, still lingered in his head. He remembered the way his heart skipped a beat when she buried herself in his arms and also co
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A look of sheer satisfaction was etched on her face as she watched the news report on her phone. She took a lazy sip of the steaming coffee in her hand, her eyes still glued to the screen as the news anchor droned on about the details of the allegations she'd made.As she leaned back in her chair, a mischievous smile danced on her lips. Oh, how she wished she could see the look on George's face when he heard about the news or watched it. She could already picture his hands turning into fists, his eyes bloodshot with rage as he clenched his jaw so tightly, that she feared he might pop a muscle.This was only the beginning. George and Vanessa were yet to be ready for the next series of comebacks she had planned for them. Luna would get back every penny they stole from her. Every drop of tear she had shed because of them and every piece of her heart that got broken because of them, she would make sure they paid dearly for it. And Regina? Well, she let her jealousy for Luna get the bett
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"....Miss. Luna Chavez, CEO of Eclipse Real Estates, alleges that her ex-husband, George Garrett, and business rival, Regina King, conspired to have her drugged and filmed in a compromising position," the voice of the news anchor filled the room, grabbing his attention.George stood up from the couch slowly, his eyes fixed on the TV screen as the news anchor droned on.He felt like he had just been slapped in the face as his eyes widened in shock and horror. 'This little bitch just doesn't know when to give up, does she?' he asked inwardly as his hands curled into fists.The anchor continued, "Miss. Chavez claims that the incident occurred several weeks ago after she had been invited to a meeting with Miss. King. She alleges that the drink offered to her was laced with a substance that left her unconscious.""However, Miss Chavez also alleges that she was saved by Luke Garrett, who intervened before the perpetrators could carry out their plan."George's anger began to sizzle. 'Of cou
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Luke fidgeted in his seat as he scanned the crowd with a mix of disinterest and annoyance. He didn't want to come to this award ceremony, but the host was a good friend, and he would be disappointed if he didn't show up. Coincidentally, the venue was in Georgia and none of his employees wanted to go through the trouble of travelling down there when he was already in the area.So, here he was, dressed in a tailored tuxedo, pretending to care about the awards being handed out.But his mind was elsewhere. It was with Luna, the woman that had consumed his every waking thought since he met her. He couldn't stop thinking about her—wondering what she was doing, if she was okay, and if she ever thought about him too.The lights on the stage flickered and the host's voice chattered on, but Luke's attention was elsewhere. He shifted in his seat again as he nervously tapped his foot on the floor, his heart still heavy.Weeks had passed since Luna found out about what he did and the rift between
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The fluorescent light above illuminated her pale face as she stepped into the police station. She had barely slept for some nights now, her mind racing with thoughts of everything that had been going on—from Sophia's betrayal to Luke's mysterious presence at the bar. But she had to push those thoughts aside for now. She had a meeting with the detective and she was determined to get justice for herself.As she approached the front desk, the officer behind the counter looked up and curtly nodded in recognition. "Morning, Miss Luna. The detective is waiting for you."Luna nodded back and followed the officer to the small room in the back where he took her the last time. The detective was already seated with a cup of steaming coffee in front of him as he buried himself in some paperwork. As she entered, he stood up immediately when he noticed her presence. "Good morning, Miss Luna. Thank you for coming in today," he greeted, gesturing to a chair behind his desk. "Please take a seat."He
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"Another whiskey, please," she requested, her voice barely above a whisper.The bartender, a middle-aged man who seemed kind, nodded and poured her another shot. Luna picked up the small glass and tossed the liquid into her mouth, feeling the familiar burn down her throat. She closed her eyes and let the numbness that usually came afterwards wash over her.It was late and the bar was almost empty except for a few people like herself who had come to either forget their sorrows or just engage in some fun. The air reeked of unwashed bodies, stale alcohol and the choking scent of cheap perfumes. Cigarette smoke hung thick and heavy in the air, burning her eyes and making it a bit difficult to see. But Luna didn't mind at all, heck! She barely even noticed. The dreary atmosphere of the bar perfectly mirrored her mood – dark, gloomy and regretful.Luna had stumbled in there a few hours ago, hoping to drown her sorrows in a couple of shots of whiskey. She had purposefully worn a black hoodi
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Luna's mind spun in circles as she processed Marcus's words. Sophia, her best friend, her partner and confidante, had paid to erase crucial evidence of George's crime–the same crime that had almost ruined them. An icy numbness spread through Luna's body and she felt as if she was drowning in ice-cold water. She couldn't think, couldn't breathe. All she could do was stare blankly ahead, her eyes fixed on the empty road ahead of her.The road appeared blurry to her and it seemed to stretch on forever.Marcus's voice over the phone sounded distant, a low murmur that barely pierced through the cloud of shock surrounding Luna. She felt like she was drifting; as if she'd been detached from her body and the world around her. Her hands were still grasping the steering wheel, but she suddenly had no memory of how she got there. She felt so.... confused.The only thing that felt real was the growing pain–a deep, clawing ache that had nestled in her chest. It wasn't just an emotional sensatio
