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"Let's just stop," Avalynn said quietly, her words piercing through the silence like a dagger.Jace felt his heart skip a beat. "What do you mean?" he said, panic coming into his voice.Avalynn took a long breath, bracing herself. "I mean us, Jace. Becoming romantically connected. It will simply make things more complicated. I do not want any more troubles. "I just want to finish this contract, get paid, and return to my simple life."Jace's expression slumped, and the optimism that had flared in his eyes vanished. "You don't believe me," he replied gently, more like a statement than a question.Avalynn turned aside, her gaze locked on the gloomy street outside. "It's not that I doubt you," she added, her voice cool. "I just cannot risk having my heart broken once again. Not like this."Jace tightened his grasp on the steering wheel, and his knuckles became white. He struggled to keep his voice steady. "Love you, Avalynn. I really do. "Why can't you see that?"Avalynn closed her eyes,
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Standing on Jace's room's balcony, Avalynn looked far ahead as the cold night air enveloped her.Her head was a storm of thoughts, each more unpleasant than the next. Marvy had seduced Jace under drugs. She was really ready to go that far in order to damage her life? Whether under influence or not, Jace's betrayal nevertheless lingered fresh and agonizing in her mind. She had left behind a world of dishonesty and deception, but it appeared they would not be left. The creak of the entrance door broke off her thinking. Her forehead wrinkled as she looked toward the direction of the sound. Jace doesn't return home by this time, who could be visiting? A woman's voice drifted up, little and alien. "This house is so luxurious and beautiful," the speaker said.Avalyn's heart missed a beat, her body stiffening. Surely that cannot be what she was thinking.Her stomach turned over with potential. She rushed downstairs, every step tinged with increasing anxiety.Her worries returned as she
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Avalynn forced herself to remain calm by taking a deep breath. She tried to calm her voice, but it trembled as she repeated "We need to talk."Jace's face became sterner. "There's nothing to talk about. Go now."With a sound that sounded like nails on a chalkboard, the woman laughed. "A maid asking to speak with her boss? How cute."Jace's expression turned irate as his eyes shifted to the woman. "Don't talk down on her," he yelled. He hesitated, then his expression fell once more as he remembered the act he was putting on. "Avalynn, please leave."Still, something inside her gave her the strength she needed. Her voice broke as she whispered, "Jace, please."After a short pause, Jace turned to face the woman. "Excuse us," he stated in a harsh tone. After they had entered his study, he followed Avalynn and shut the door. Tension filled the air in the study. With tears welling up in her eyes, Avalynn turned to face him. Her voice was hardly heard above a whisper when she said, "Wha
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The silence was broken by Avalynn's words, which hung in the air like it were a real thing. Jace paused, looking at his wife and the woman alternately, his mind racing with confused feelings.A part of him wanted to burst into laughter, to scoop Avalynn up and spin her around the kitchen.But there was another part of him that enjoyed the woman's confused face.A sly, spiteful grin stretched over his features."All right," Jace said slowly, his tone masked as surprise. "It appears that there was a mistake."The woman's neatly groomed face twisted with uncertainty as she stuttered. "His wife? But..."Avalynn braced herself and raised her chin a little. "Yes, his wife," she answered in a cool, clear voice. "And you are the outsider, my love."The woman's glare flared as her eyes narrowed. "This is insane," she stated quietly. "You think I'm going to think this...maid...is your wife?"With ease, Jace said, "Oh, she's much more than a maid," moving closer to place his arm around Avalynn'
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Avalynn woke up the next morning to the soft light of dawn that was coming in through the curtains and filled the room with a cool breeze.Jace's steady breathing caressed the back of her neck as his arm rested protectively across her waist.She lay motionless for a minute, absorbing in the tranquility and warmth of his grip, her heart filled with emotions she had previously been terrified to accept.Turning slowly, Avalynn found herself face-to-face with Jace. His eyes, still cloudy with sleep, softened as they met hers. "Good morning Ava," he muttered, his voice low and intense."Good morning," Avalynn replied, her voice barely above a whisper.The truth of the previous night sank over her like a comforting blanket, yet uncertainty crept in, too. Was this real? Would it last?Jace appears to feel her agony. "What's going on in that head of yours?" he inquired softly, his hands forming calming patterns on her arm.Avalynn stopped, then took a deep breath. "Last night was... incredib
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"What exactly do you mean by you are carrying Jace's child?" Amelia asked, her voice trembled with a combination of shock and confusion as she confronted her sister in the living room, which was barely lighted. Marvy offered a mischievous grin, and her eyes shined with a peculiar blend of happiness and satisfaction. "It is precisely what I stated, Amelia. I am expecting a child, and it is Jace's child."The night that Marvy had taken the pregnancy test was the first thing that came to Amelia's mind. Marvy had lied and said that the result was negative, but the fact was that it was positive. She had her own plans, plans Amelia had been suspicious of ever since. After hearing this confession, Amelia's suspicions were confirmed to be right; yet, this did not make it any easy for her to accept the truth.“How is that even possible? We did the test together. You told me it was negative,” Amelia said, her voice rising with confusion and anger.Marvy lay back on the couch, a wicked grin dev
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**Two weeks later**Jace relaxed back in his luxurious chair, sunlight flooding through his office windows. His thoughts were busy with the newest occurrences in his company. The ringing phone disturbed his focus, and he smiled when Avalynn's name popped up on the screen."Hey, beautiful," Jace replied pleasantly."Hello, Jace. What is your day like?" A very firm consolation came in Jace's head from Avalynn's voice."Better now that I'm talking to you," he remarked, staring at his desk's mountain of papers. "What's up with you? You seem occupied. What is it?" "Just the usual," Avalynn laughed lightly. "Maintaining everything here in good running order. Are we still on tonight for dinner?""Absolutely," Jace said. "I really am looking forward seeing you."He heard a weak knock at the door."Hold on a sec, Avalynn." He covered the phone and cried out, "Yes?"The door opened slowly, and his secretary glanced in. "Mr. Malvis, you have a visitor."Jace frowned. "Who is it?""Marvy," she m
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Jace's car tires crunched on the graveled floor as he pulled up to his grandpa's house. The compound was big, with great expensive asthetics and the house standing majestic in the distance. It screamed high luxury.He parked and got out, but something didn’t seem right. His thoughts was racing as he headed toward the door, the late afternoon sun lighting the driveway. The feeling that something terrible was about to happen would not go away.He heard a voice that made his spine tremble just as he was shutting the door behind him."Look who we have here," Aunt Linda said, her voice tinged with fake kindness.Jace turned and found her sitting on one of the chairs in the living room, her eyes glowing with a strange sort of happiness. Linda was always skilled at utilizing conditions to her benefit.Jace’s jaw tightened. Aunt Linda lived on drama, and her presence here ensured trouble. Her grin was evil, and her eyes glinted like she was enjoying this much too much.Jace walked into the b
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EPILOGUE: The air in the Malvis estate was filled with the soft hum of life.. the distant chirping of birds and the rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze.Avalynn stood on the terrace, her eyes drifting over the landscape as the day slowly gave way to night. The previous few months had been a blur as she adjusted to her new position in the family business, planned the wedding, and experienced the pleasures of married life. She had, however, had a profound sense of joy and happiness throughout it all that she had never experienced before. With a little smile on her lips, she carelessly stroked her expanding tummy. Even though everything had changed so rapidly, life yet seemed quite right. The days had been full with love, laughter, and a wonderful sense of what was ahead.Silently, Jace walked into the room behind her, his light hardwood floorsteps. With his chin resting on her shoulder, he encircled her with his arms from behind and followed her look out the window. With a low g
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Avalynn stood in front of the mirror, staring at her reflection with breathless eyes. Her body fit the ivory gown, which seemed a second skin with brilliant veil cascading down her back and delicate lace flowing down her arms. Grateful for the pearls' coolness, she ran her fingers over the beaded bodice.Lisa was behind her, adjusting the finishing touches, tucking the dress's train and setting the veil.With a note of wonder in her voice, she said, "Ava, you look amazing."Avalynn shifted slightly and looked into Lisa's mirror. With tears still welling up in her eyes, she said, "I can't believe this is happening. I never thought this would happen."With a kind grin, Lisa squeezed Avalynn's shoulders. "You are deserving of everything." You will make the most stunning bride when you tie the knot with the love of your life."Avalynn inhaled deeply and then looked at her mirror again.The girl who was gazing back at her appeared to be a dream - graceful, dazzling, and brimming with joy
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With the sun rays coming in through the transparent curtains and lightning the room in a warm, golden glow, Avalynn stirred in her deep sleep.The blankets hugged her body tightly, leaving the remains of last night's excitement still visible on her skin.Jace stirred at her touch, his eyes slowly opening. When he saw her, a slow, lazy smile spread across his face, and he tightened his hold on her, pulling her closer. “Morning, beautiful,” he whispered, his voice husky with sleep.His features, softened by the dawn light, were relaxed in sleep, a far cry from his usually controlled and powerful look.Her heart became big with love and happiness as she reached out and gently brushed a lock of hair off his face. Peace, love, and the man who had become her whole world were all she had ever wanted.At her touch, Jace moved and slowly opened his eyes. A slow, lazy smile crossed his lips as he spotted her, and he tightened his grip, drawing her in. He whispered, "Morning, beautiful," his vo
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The dim light of the bedside lamp cast a soft glow over the room, creating a cozy atmosphere that enveloped Jace and Avalynn as they lay side by side on the large bed. The events of the past weeks had been intense, but now, everything seemed to have settled into place. The room, decorated in muted tones of gray and blue, felt like a sanctuary from the outside world.. a place where they could finally breathe and enjoy the calm after the storm.Avalynn laid her head on Jace's chest and made gentle circles over his skin while she listened to his heartbeat.They had a comfortable stillness that was laced with the warmth of unsaid understanding and shared experiences. Thinking about how far they'd come and how a one-night encounter had brought them to this point, she grinned to herself."Remember the night we first met?" Avalynn has a hushed, almost dreamy voice.With a chuckle, Jace ran a hand through her hair. "How could I overlook that? You were the most stunning woman in the club, an
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Two weeks had passed since the whirlwind of revelations that had shaken the foundation of Avalynn’s world. But now, the dust had settled, and with it, a newfound clarity and peace had emerged. Avalynn had come to terms with her heritage, her place in the Malvis family, and most importantly, with Jace. The man she loved, who had been her anchor in the storm, was no longer just the man she thought she knew; he was so much more.The Malvis house was a hive of joy tonight. The huge hall gleamed with wealth and grace, decorated with crystal chandeliers and high ceilings. The walls, which were covered with pictures of the Malvis ancestors, appeared to witness to the importance of the evening.. the official recognition of Avalynn as a real Malvis and the celebration of the family's victory over the Rinders, longtime enemies.Guests started to pour into the hall as the evening sun started to set, soaking the estate in a warm, golden glow. With the quiet hum of string instruments playing
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With a deep breath, Jace's grandfather looked at him and Avalynn who were seated across from him. There was a tight, stifling silence as the weight of the information he was about to impart seemed to drain the room's very oxygen. As Jace's jaw tightened and his eyes locked on the elderly guy, Avalynn shifted in her seat, her heart pounding rapidly in her chest.The grandfather said, "Jace, Avalynn," in a tone that was serene but full of a gravity that made Avalynn's skin crawl. "The results of the DNA test are in."The words, thick with anticipation and terror, hung in the air like a fog. Avalynn braced herself for what was about to happen, her fists clenched in her lap and her claws digging into her hands. Jace leaned forward a little, his eyebrows furrowing in a startled yet nervous way.The grandfather stated, "The test proves that Avalynn is in fact my late son's biological daughter."A painful gasp from Avalynn's lips as her breath caught in her throat. The words echoed in her
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Apart from the soft buzz of the equipment deciding their fate in a moment, the room was quiet. Avalynn sat on the brink of her seat her fists clenched in her lap and her knuckles white from the pressure. Jace walked back and forth, his body stiff from all the questions flying about in his thoughts.As they awaited the start of the DNA test, a distinct sense of apprehension filled the air.Grandfather Jace was standing close to the door, his face expressionless. Unwilling to allow the doubt to linger any longer, he had insisted on the test being conducted right away. Avalynn was so preoccupied with the idea that her whole life had been a lie that she had hardly noticed the trip to the private clinic. The idea of having Jace as her brother and becoming a Malvis by blood was too much for her to fathom. However, they were now facing the moment of truth.A nurse arrived with the required supplies in the room. "Miss Avalynn and Mr. Malvis Senior will need to provide samples," she stated
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Avalynn gazed at the picture, her eyesight going blurry. Her mother’s image, frozen in time, looked back at her with a familiar smile that now felt hauntingly distant. She swayed on her feet as the room appeared to tilt and a sensation of vertigo overcame her. Her palm trembled as she attempted to settle herself, her fingertips grazing the edge of the desk, a sign of her mounting panic.In an instant, Jace was by her side, his arm encircling her waist and supporting her before she could pass out. He pleaded, "Ava, breathe," in a worried-sounding voice. Though his hold was tight, the panic that overcame them both was reflected in the shaking in his voice.From behind the desk, his grandfather observed them with a normally calm expression that broke into a look of uncertainty that Avalynn had never seen before. The man who had always been a tower of strength appeared lost, as though the world was collapsing around him."I'm not sure I get it. How is this even feasible?" Avalynn's li
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As the tension in the room increased, Jace's eyes darted between Avalynn and his grandfather, making it obvious that he was confused.“You didn’t mention she would be here,” Jace finally said, his voice tight, barely concealing his frustration. His brow furrowed in a way that made Avalynn’s heart ache. His grandfather remained seated, his hands folded calmly on his desk. “You’re right, Jace. I didn’t. But I didn’t think I could sit back and watch you continue like this. You’ve been shutting yourself away, wallowing in self-pity and loneliness. You need someone by your side.. someone you trust. And there’s no better woman for you than Avalynn.”A beat skipped by Avalynn's heart. She had rarely seen Jace's face of vulnerability, and it completely shocked her. With words stuck in his throat, he remained motionless, and the ensuing stillness was replete with unspoken realities.With black eyes filled with emotions he couldn't seem to control, Jace turned to face her. His regret-filled
