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Saved To Be A Substitute Excited Painter
Alexander's POVBeing in the same bed that she would never occupy again, hurt me to the core. Her pretty vanilla scent still lingered in the sheets, and it made me miss her the more. I felt like going to that hotel and pulling her into my arms.I knew that she said she wasn't my Jessica, but I didn't believe that at all. She didn't just look like Jessica, she also acted like her. Jessica had always been kind-hearted from the moment I met her.I met her in a cafe when I was a teenager. Although no one knew her origins at that time, she meant the world to me. She looked so beautiful, fair, and innocent as she sat in that cafe quiet as an angel with a little romance book in her hand. She had always been a sucker for books.That day, I couldn't stop watching her. I had never beheld a perfect human, but she was one. After I met her in that restaurant, I sneaked out of school simply to watch her at that café until she noticed me. I still go to that Cafe to date. I just sit down there, lonel
Last Updated : 2024-10-22Saved To Be A Substitute We Found Her Location
Alexander's POV."What!" I exclaimed, anger and fear rippling through my veins. "What do you mean she's missing?""When I returned, I didn't check on her immediately, but after thirty minutes—""Cut to the chase and tell me exactly what happened!" I yelled, my heart pounding terribly in my chest."I don't know exactly what happened, I'm driving around searching for her. I don't know if she left on her own accord or..."Dread crept into my mind at the thought of her falling into an enemy's hand again.No! no! I couldn't lose her again."Sir, calm down. I'll find her—""Don't tell me that crap! This is exactly what happened when Jessica was first kidnapped. I was a fool to trust you with her care again!" I shouted, my eyes bloodshot with fury."Weren't there any security guards? Or did you leave her all alone to bring those records?" I asked, my breath hitching as the entire room began to spin.There was a moment of silence as he realized how much he had let me down."How could you do t
Last Updated : 2024-10-23Saved To Be A Substitute Survival Game
Alexander's POVI drove as fast as I could to the abandoned hospital where Jessica was.As I got there, I saw a few men standing outside the place. They looked hefty and had guns. Dustin had taken this much precaution! I knew he was bent on ending my lover’s life! Quickly, I pulled over the car and took my gun and as I stepped out, one of them spotted me."Stop right there!" He yelled, immediately and before I knew it, he shot at me.I gasped and swiftly dropped to the floor. More than a few bullets came, and I rushed to the back of the car for safety."He's behind the car," I heard a loud voice, followed by footsteps.I held my gun tightly and waited until they reached me.As the first person got to me, I sprang up and shot him in the shoulder and straight in the lege. Before he could recover, I grabbed his gun and used it to strike him and the other person in the head.They both dropped to the floor, immobilized. I darted my gaze to the ones at the gate, and they shot a few bullets
Last Updated : 2024-10-24Saved To Be A Substitute Patient’s Paralysis
Alexander’s POV"Turn back slowly and take her back to where you found her?" That voice didn't sound like Dustin’s. I scoffed and turned to face him. I thought it was Dustin, but it was the damned doctor who put my woman in this state.He pressed the gun against my forward and growled, "Go drop her back inside or I'll put a bullet in your head,"I smirked, taking slow strides back into the room. Gently, I placed Jessica back on the bed."Please hang in there," I whispered, stepping away from her.I faced the fool who was still pointing his gun at me and released a menacing smirk, "You just made the biggest mistake of your life..." I said, approaching him.His grip on the gun tightened, and he growled, "Take another step and I'll fucking shoot you!!!""You should've just escaped like that weakling, Dustin," I taunted.Just as I was about to disarm him, one of my men appeared, swiftly shooting the doctor.He let out a sharp groan before collapsing to the floor. It was fast, I liked it.
Last Updated : 2024-10-25Saved To Be A Substitute A Hopeful Feeling Of Hurt
Alexander’s POVI was shocked by what I'd just heard. How could her paralysis not be from the accident? Was Dustin poisoning her?"Doctor, could this be from a wrong drug or medication?" I inquired, feeling a sense of dread. "No. The substance is illegal to common citizens and can't be used in any pill or can only be used under supervision." The doctor responded. "I believe this was a case of poisoning."My fists clenched. He had paralyzed her to make her vulnerable to his abuse. That monster deserved to die. If I had met him in that abandoned hospital, I'd have made sure he suffered a fate worse than death. "It seems the accident was just a cover to hide the drug's effect. He is such a scoundrel," I growled, seething with anger."Who are you talking about?" The doctor inquired, eyeing me suspiciously."No one, Doctor," I sighed. "Is there any chance she might walk again?" He looked at me gravely, "Since the drug was still in her system, the odds are low." My heart sank. "What?"
Last Updated : 2024-10-26Saved To Be A Substitute Dustin’s Obsession
Lillian’s POV "I never thought I would walk again," I muttered, tears welling in my eyes. "I mean, with the lack of proper treatments, hope seemed impossible..." It was hard to believe, there was even a chance. I had always dreamed of walking again, but I would never dare to believe it could be real. "Well, I'll contact a specialist who can help you," The doctor said, smiling warmly. "You'll undergo a lot of therapy, and I'll also recommend seeing a therapist to help you through this mentally as well.” "Thank you," I whispered, a sob escaping. I shouldn't be crying, but the happiness was overwhelming. I never expected to hear such good news, let alone after the recent incident. Everything was happening so fast. "You'll be scheduled with a physiotherapist at the appropriate time," the doctor added. "You're going to walk again, Lily..." Alexander murmured, his eyes bright with happiness. I wished my father was here to finally see me get at least an ounce of happiness. "I want th
Last Updated : 2024-10-26Saved To Be A Substitute He Didn’t Want A Commitment
Lilian's POVHis face grew more shocked with each passing second. "You want to be with me?" His brows furrowed in disbelief. "Yes," I gripped his hands, my answer filled with desperation. "Lilian, what's wrong?" He asked, squinting at me. "You're acting strange." "You want me to be with you, right?" I asked, my teary eyes widened. "Of course. I have wished to be with you for years now," He smiled, squeezing my hands lightly."But I know you don't want to be with me. You even said you didn't...love me," Alexander replied, hurt evident in his voice. "I don't understand this sudden change. What happened?"He released my hands and gently cupped my face. "Are you afraid of something?" He asked, studying me in concern. I didn't know what to say at that moment. Should I tell him that I wanted this because of Dustin's harassment? Wouldn't he hate me for trying to take advantage of him? Wouldn't he see me as some liability, especially since I had already claimed not to be Jessica?"Lili
Last Updated : 2024-10-29Saved To Be A Substitute No Feelings, No Intimacy
Lillian's POVI felt an ominous feeling but with a few looks around, nothing seemed off. I continued laughing, trying to shake off the feeling, but I couldn't. It felt like I was being paranoid because of everything that had happened recently, but there was still this nagging feeling gnawing at me.Slowly, I glanced in the direction where I thought the stranger was hiding. I was certain I saw a man with a black suit, quickly ducking behind a tree."Alex!" I shouted, unintentionally letting go of the firefly and pointing at the tree."What is it?" He asked, darting his gaze to where I was pointing."There is someone there, watching us." I replied, my voice shaking as a new found fear filled me."There's no one there," He answered, still looking at the spot."Alexander, I'm not lying. I saw someone there," I insisted, still keeping my finger pointed at the tree. "I don't want to leave you here..." Alexander muttered, stepping behind me. "It might be a trap to lure me away from you. I
Last Updated : 2024-10-29
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Saved To Be A Substitute A New Problem
Lillian's POV."I love you," I whispered against his lips before kissing him deeper.I had forgotten for a second that people were around until the attendant cleared her throat. I broke the kiss and turned to her with an apologetic smile."I'm sorry," I apologized."It's nothing. I'm happy for both of you," she replied with a genuine smile. "So, will you be taking the ring or do you still want to check for more?""No, I love this one," I said, smiling broadly. "It's exactly what I want. It's simple, elegant, and exquisite at the same time. It's my style and what I would be comfortable wearing.""I'm glad that you like it. I also see that it fits, so I guess we are settled," she muttered, extending her hand."Yes, thanks," I sighed, removing the ring and handing it over.She kept it back in the box and packaged it."We also want to purchase wedding rings," Alexander said with a wide smile."That's wonderful," the attendant laughed softly. "Let me keep this aside and show you a few mor
Saved To Be A Substitute Engagement Ring
Lillian's POV. "What?" Alexander gasped, grabbing the note from me. "That's not what he told me."He glanced over the note and shook his head."He lied to me.""Are you sure he wasn't the sender?" I asked, fear gripping me."I don't know...I fucking let him inside," Alexander sneered, his voice thick with regret."That doesn't mean anything. Did you catch him looking around, or did he get close to any of your properties?" I asked."No, he didn't," Alexander sighed. "I guess I have been tricked. He might have just given the wrong description to confuse me.""Did you just let him go?" I asked, my heart racing."No, I had him followed. I also have some of his details including his picture, to trace him wherever he runs to," Alexander replied, exhaling sharply."Then I guess we've got nothing to worry about," I said, letting out a sigh.I might have read the most awful words ever, but I wasnt going to let it to ruin our plans. We had given enough time to our problems, it was time to enjo
Saved To Be A Substitute Ashes
Lillian's POV"What gift?" I asked, feeling a sudden wave of curiosity.Alexander looked up at me and gasped as if he hadn't meant for me to hear what he said."What is it?" I pressed, searching his face. "You look pale again," I added, reaching for him."Nothing," Alexander stuttered, shaking his head. "It's just a—""Alex, don't hide anything from me," I said, my tone pleading. "We've been having so many issues in our relationship because we've hidden things from each other. Let's not do that again, please..."I watched him swallow a lump in his throat, and lower his gaze."I didn't mean to hide anything from you," He said with a sigh. "It's just that I didn't want to bother you.""You aren't bothering me," I said with a soft smile. I held his face gently and whispered, "You're my husband, and you can share your troubles with me. I'll do the same too."His expression softened at my words."I received an envelope earlier," Alexander revealed."Envelope? You mean the one that was slip
Saved To Be A Substitute Keep A Secret
Alexander's POV. "What did you just say?" I gasped, lifting my head. "A secret ad...admirer?"My mind instantly went to Dustin. I couldn't believe that the bastard refused to relent despite my warning to him, yesterday."Is it Dustin Stone?" I asked the delivery man."Sir, I'm not supposed to reveal the identity of the sender," he replied firmly. "Please sign, so I can leave.""Is the sender Dustin?" I repeated, unrelenting."I don't want to get fired—""How much do you want?" I asked, enticing him. "I'll give you enough to quit this job and live a better life."The delivery man swallowed hard, lowering his gaze for a moment. He seemed to be thinking about my offer."Okay," He agreed with a nod. "Come in," I said, letting him inside. I closed the door behind me and dropped the box on the floor. "Do you know what is inside?" I asked, squinting at the box. "It's a vase," he replied, glancing down at it. "He attached a message to it, stating how beautiful she was and she could put
Saved To Be A Substitute Gift Box
Alexander's POV."What is it?" Lillian asked, snapping me out of my thoughts. "Is it an invitation or something?"I swallowed the lump in my throat and let out a sharp sigh."It's not an invitation," I replied, trying to mask my nervousness. "It's just Martin telling me my partners were upset that I left the party abruptly and didn't return.""Since we weren't opening the door, he decided to write it out," I added, lying smoothly."I guess that must be my fault...I mean, you not returning to the party," Lillian muttered, her tone laced with guilt. "I'm sorry...""Don't apologize, Freckles," I said softly. "You did nothing wrong."I walked over to where our clothes were scattered and grabbed my pants, slipping the envelope and letter into the pocket discreetly, hoping she wouldn't notice."Are you sure it's just about your partners being upset?" Lillian asked, her voice tinged with concern."Yes." I nodded. "It's just that I have to pacify them, which requires some work. But it's noth
Saved To Be A Substitute Strange Message
Alexander's POV."Who could that be?" I frowned, glancing toward the door. "Don't answer it," she whispered, cupping my face and pulling me into a deep kiss. I kissed her back, my hands roaming her body. From her hips to her thighs and then to her curves, I took my time savoring her. My hands slid to her ass, and I teasingly trailed two of my fingers between her cheeks. She trembled beneath me, soft moans spilling from her lips. The knock on the door persisted, but I had no intention of answering it, not without giving her more pleasure first. Slowly, I slid my fingers into her warm cunt, causing her hips to grind against me.She broke the kiss, soft cries escaping her lips at the intrusion. Not wanting whoever was outside to hear her, I silenced her with another kiss, this time deeper and more possessive. My fingers moved inside her, matching the rhythm of her grinding hips. The slick heat around them made me throb with need, and my cock slowly thrust into her, teasing us both.
Saved To Be A Substitute Imperfect Couple
Alexander's POV.I knew at that moment, I had broken through her resolve. Her hands reached for my face, and she kissed me back with the same intensity. I began to wonder if I was taking the right path instead of just having a conversation.I didn't want to act like Dustin who would take advantage of her with every chance he got.I broke the kiss and held her hands on my face."Nothing is going on between Eva and me," I muttered, seizing the opportunity. "Dustin drugged her at the party, so she could help him with his company. I just couldn't leave her in that state."Her expression remained unreadable after my explanation, so I continued."I took to my Mom's house because she was unwilling to pick her up. I'm sorry if it seemed like we were having any interaction," I said with an apologetic tone. "Eva wasn't in her right state of mind.""Also, I forgot about the party, that's why I didn't tell you. Martin reminded me, but I thought you wanted some space, so I didn't call you," I expl
Saved To Be A Substitute Lillian, Please Listen…
Alexander's POV"Why would you do that?" I asked, feeling a surge of worry and frustration."I'm sorry sir," Martin apologized, his tone dripping with guilt. "She was worried about you. She said you weren't answering her calls." I grunted in frustration, "I put my phone on 'do not disturb' for a few hours. I think she called during that time. Damn it!""My apologies again sir. She was persistent and I felt guilty to see her so worried," Martin explained.My heart hammered in my chest, feeling a pang of guilt. I shouldn't have shut her out like that. Maybe she had just wanted to talk or help me calm down. Now, it seemed like I'd ignored her."But...I didn't see her at the party," I said, trailing off as a horrifying realization struck me."Oh no!" Panic surged as I abruptly pulled over at the side of the road."What is it, sir?" Martin asked, nervously. "Did something happen to Mrs Jessica...I mean Lillian.""I think...she saw us," I muttered through my gritted teeth."Saw you and who
Saved To Be A Substitute You Did What?
Alexander's POVI was shocked to see him here. How did he get in? I never added his name to the list.My gaze remained fixed on both of them, but neither noticed me."Should I interfere or just walk away?" I muttered to myself, contemplating.I didn't feel like intervening in anything that involved Eva. I was already enjoying my evening since she left me alone. But, it wouldn't be fair to leave her with this bastard.I knew Dustin was never up to any good, and the way he was dragging her looked so forceful."Dustin!" I yelled, and he stopped for a moment.He looked at me, narrowing his eyes."Why are you always getting in my way?" He sneered. "Just move along. This isn't any of your business.""How is this not my business?" I snapped, walking hastily toward them. "Let her go now!"Before I could reach them, he released her and she almost fell to the floor. I caught her just in time, but that's when I realized she was drunk."Alexander," She whispered, reaching for my face. "My love, y
