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Arielle's life turns upside down when her mother marries Charles Salvatore, a wealthy businessman with a dark past. At the wedding, she meets Ian, Charles's handsome but troubled son, with whom she shares a passionate and forbidden night. Unbeknownst to Arielle, Ian is engaged to Savannah Lytehall, a stunning socialite and heiress. As Arielle navigates her complicated feelings for Ian, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies within the Salvatore family. Charles's ruthless ambition and Ian's tortured past threaten to destroy their lives. Torn between loyalty to her mother and her growing attraction to Ian, Arielle must confront the darkness that surrounds them. With its twists and turns, this story explores themes of family, power, and forbidden love. As Arielle and Ian struggle to resist their attraction, they must confront the consequences of their desires and the secrets that bind them.
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STEP BROTHER DEAREST Confronting Ian
Chapter 11: Confronting IanArielleI couldn't take it anymore. I had to confront Ian about the rumors that were spreading like wildfire.I spotted him in the hallway, leaning against his locker, chatting with his friends.I marched up to him, my heart pounding in my chest."Ian, can I talk to you for a minute?"Ian raised an eyebrow, but nodded, following me to a quiet corner of the hallway."What's up, Ari?" he asked, his tone neutral."It's about the rumors that are going around school," I said, trying to keep my voice steady."I know you're behind them, Ian. You're the only one who knows what happened between us at the wedding."Ian's expression didn't change, but I could see a flicker of guilt in his eyes."I didn't start the rumors, Ari," he said, his voice low."But you didn't deny them either."Ian shrugged. "I don't know, Ari. Maybe I just wanted to see how you'd react."I felt a surge of anger. "You're cruel, Ian. You're enjoying this, aren't you?"Ian's expression softened,
Last Updated : 2024-12-29STEP BROTHER DEAREST Rumors and Gossip. (Continuation)
Chapter 10: Rumors and GossipArielleAs I sat down next to Annie, I couldn't help but notice the curious glances from our classmates. Annie leaned in close, her voice barely above a whisper."Ari, what's going on? People are talking about you and Ian."I felt my face heat up with embarrassment. "What are they saying?"Annie hesitated before answering. "Some people are saying that you and Ian had a fight at the wedding, and that's why you left early."I sighed, rubbing my temples. This was exactly what I had been trying to avoid."It's not true," I said, trying to sound convincing. "We just had a disagreement, that's all."Annie raised an eyebrow. "A disagreement? That's not what I heard."I glared at her. "What did you hear?"Annie leaned in closer, her voice dropping to a whisper. "I heard that Ian accused you of eavesdropping on him and his father."My eyes widened in shock. "How did you hear that?"Annie shrugged. "I don't know, but it's all over school."I felt like I was going t
Last Updated : 2024-12-29STEP BROTHER DEAREST Rumors and Gossip
Chapter 9: Rumors and GossipArielleThe next few days passed in a blur. I tried to focus on school and my friends, but my mind kept wandering back to Ian and the events of the wedding.I couldn't believe how much my life had changed in just a few short days. I had gone from being a carefree high school student to being embroiled in a complicated web of family drama and secrets.As I walked through the halls of my school, I couldn't help but feel like everyone was staring at me. Did they know about Ian and me? Did they know about the argument we had had?I felt like I was living in a fishbowl, with everyone watching my every move.I spotted Annie across the cafeteria, waving at me to come over. I made my way over to her, feeling a sense of relief at being able to escape the prying eyes of my classmates."Hey, Annie," I said, dropping into the seat beside her.Annie turned to me, concern etched on her face. "Ari, what's wrong? You look like you're losing your mind."I sighed, rubbing m
Last Updated : 2024-12-29STEP BROTHER DEAREST Reflections
Chapter 8: Reflections ArielleI spent the rest of the night in a daze, trying to process everything that had happened . Lan's anger, Charles's sinister tone, Savannah’s catty behaviour.... it was all so overwhelming. As the sun began to set, Annie and I decided to call it a night. We said our goodbyes to my mom and Charles, and made our way back to my house.As soon as we walked in the door, Annie turned to me with a mischievous grin. "Spill the beans, Ari. What happened with Ian?"I sighed, flopping down onto the couch. "It's a long story."Annie settled in beside me, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. "I'm all ears."I took a deep breath, launching into the story of what had happened in the bathroom. Annie listened with rapt attention, her expression growing more and more shocked.When I finished, Annie let out a low whistle. "Wow, Ari. You really know how to pick 'em."I rolled my eyes. "Thanks for the sympathy."Annie grinned. "Hey, at least it's not boring around you."I lau
Last Updated : 2024-12-29STEP BROTHER DEAREST AFTERMATH
Chapter 7: AftermathArielleI took a few deep breaths, trying to calm my racing heart. What had just happened? Why had Ian been so angry?I shook my head, trying to clear my thoughts. I needed to focus on getting out of here without drawing any more attention to myself.I made my way back to the garden, where the party was still in full swing. I spotted Annie across the room, laughing and chatting with a group of guests.I made my way over to her, trying to put on a brave face. "Hey, Annie."Annie turned to me, concern etched on her face. "Ari, what's wrong? You look like you've seen a ghost."I forced a smile. "I'm fine, just a little overwhelmed."Annie nodded. "Let's get out of here. I'm sure your mom won't miss us."I nodded, grateful for my friend's understanding. "Let's go."As we made our way through the crowds, I couldn't shake the feeling that Ian's eyes were still on me, watching me.We finally made it out of the mansion and into the cool night air. I took a deep breath, fe
Last Updated : 2024-12-29STEP BROTHER DEAREST Confrontation
Chapter 6: ConfrontationArielleI waited with bated breath as the door creaked open. Ian's eyes scanned the room, locking onto mine. For a moment, we stared at each other, the tension between us palpable."What are you doing in here?" he asked, his voice low and even.I tried to come up with a plausible excuse, but my mind was a blank. "I...I was just looking for a place to freshen up."Ian raised an eyebrow. "In the study's bathroom?"I shrugged, feeling a flush rise to my cheeks. "I got lost."Ian's gaze narrowed. "You're not a very good liar, Arielle."I bristled at his tone. "I'm not lying."Ian took a step closer to me. "Don't play dumb with me. I know you were eavesdropping."I swallowed hard, trying to maintain my composure. "I don't know what you're talking about."Ian's eyes flashed with anger. "Don't lie to me, Arielle. I can see right through you."Suddenly, the sound of Charles' voice echoed from outside the bathroom. "Ian, what's taking so long?"Ian's gaze never left mi
Last Updated : 2024-12-29STEP BROTHER DEAREST Secrets and Lies
Chapter fiveArielle"Husband?" I croaked in disbelief."Take the spot next to him," Charles said with a pleased smile, "I'm glad you made it Savannah.""Father_" Ian began."Enough!" The older man barked, face hardening with fury, "You will respect this ceremony, my bride, and Savannah, or you'll face my wrath."To my surprise, Ian merely stared at his father with hatred for a few long seconds before turning away."Move, bitch," Savannah snarled, bumping me away from Ian's side and immediately taking my place.I caught Annie's eyes from across the garden and I could see how shocked she looked by the whole thing. Well, I hoped she wasn't expecting any juicy info from me, because I had no clue what the hell was happening. How had my mom managed to tie us to this messy family?I could barely keep my breakfast down as Ian's so called wife clutched and grabbed at him like he was her lifeline. The one thing the dark haired Adonis and I had in common was the fact that neither of us seemed t
Last Updated : 2024-11-21STEP BROTHER DEAREST Tangled Web of Lies
Chapter fourArielle"Anyone who has a reason why these two should not be joined together in holy matrimony, speak now or forever hold your peace," the priest said.I glanced up and found Ian's eyes on mine. He nodded his head toward where my mom and Charles stood. I narrowed mine at him in annoyance. If he really thought I was going to stop my mother's wedding because of the history between him and I, well, he had better think again.As far as I was concerned, nothing had ever happened between us.I hadn't even told Annie about it. It was too embarrassing and weird."Have I mentioned that your new step brother is a smoke show," my best friend wolf whistled behind me.I glared at her, "About a hundred times. And stop admiring him, it's creepy and he's an asshole."She snorted, "I don't plan on putting a ring on his finger, Ari. Relax. I bet he could make me forget all the other boys I've been with it. Is he not into women?"I choked on my spit, attracting the attention of the entire g
Last Updated : 2024-11-21STEP BROTHER DEAREST Forbidden Attraction
Chapter threeArielle"What are you doing here?" I hissed at the dark haired man as he slid in beside me."So you agree that you stole my watch?" He asked.My jaw dropped open, and a glance around the table revealed that the other two occupants of it were just as slack jawed as I was.What in God's name was going on here?"Ian your late," Charles' voice was as harsh as a whip."My apologies, father," the man's voice was just as sharp.Wait, father? What!"He's your dad?" I wheezed, feeling bile crawl up my throat. Eighteen years I had lived a good, pure, innocent life and the one time I decided to do something wild and reckless, I had landed in the middle of a soap opera."Have you two met?" Mum asked, glancing between us suspiciously."I-uh- I mean_" I stuttered, feeling cold sweat bead down my spine."Of course not," Ian said easily, "I thought the red hair looked familiar. She looks shockingly identical to the woman I picked up at a bar last night."My mum chuckled, "It couldn't ha
Last Updated : 2024-11-21
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Chapter One
Arielle"Happy sixth married life!" I raised my glass in the air, and toasted to nobody.Beside me, my best friend burst into laughter, "Layla is my role model. I can't even get my crush to call me back and she's getting married for the second time this year. I need to start studying her romance diary like a holy book."I rolled my eyes, "She changes men faster than I change toothbrushes. It's gross."Annie's mouth curved into a sly smile, "speak for yourself, darling. Layla is getting some of that good di_"I slammed my glass of beer down on the countertop of the bar and turned to my blonde bestfriend with narrowed eyes, "Don't you dare complete that sentence, Annie. What the hell? You can't use the d word and my mother in the same sentence in front of me. Eww, I don't even want to think about that."She threw her head back and let out a loud roar of laughter, "You're such a prude sweetie.""You're gross.""I need to go pee, and who knows, maybe I'll find myself a six feet three, dar...
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