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The sterile scent of the hospital filled Jace's nostrils as he and Avalynn rushed through the doors behind the strecher. Avalynn's knuckles turned white as she tightened her hold on his hand. They were powerless to stop the medical personnel from swarming around Liam, their frantic cries merging into a mixed haze.A nurse responded, "Sir, you need to stay here," preventing Jace from going with them into the emergency department. "We'll take care of him."With a constricted throat from emotion, Jace nodded. He turned to face Avalynn, who had tears in her red, swollen eyes. He tried to comfort herself as much as she did, "He'll be okay," he added.Avalynn spoke in a murmur scarcely audible. "Jace, he saved my life. He is incapable of dying."As he drew her into his arms, Jace could feel her trembling and silently crying. "He is powerful. He will overcome."Time seemed to go on forever as they stood there, clutching to one other.Avalynn roamed the hospital hallway, stumbling and pacin
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Amelia was sitting on her bed, gazing at her phone's text message. Anger, guilt, and other feelings were jumbling in her mind. She was consumed by thoughts of her younger sister Marvy, who was incarcerated as a result of Avalynn. Together with Elena, Amelia had hoped to force Avalynn to pay. It was meant to be the night that everything turned around.Her thoughts were interrupted when her phone chimed once more. Elena had sent another message, but this time it came from an unidentified phone."Come see me where we are. It's critical."The heart raced in Amelia. There was a problem. With her coat in hand, she fled her room as swiftly as possible, attempting to evade her mother's wary gaze.Her mother yelled from the living room, "Where are you going?"Amelia hesitated, her hand resting on the doorknob. Trying to appear casual, she said, "I'll be back soon."Amelia didn't wait for an answer, but her mother gave her a worried look. Her head was swimming with possibilities as she steppe
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Jace grasped the steering wheel tightly while driving in a tense silence, his knuckles white. Avalynn sat next to him and gazed out the window, her mind racing with anxiety and fear. The city lights were muddled by the tears she attempted to wipe away, making the night outside appear darker than usual."What is the extent of the police's search for Elena?" With nervousness in her voice, Avalynn questioned.Jace gave her a quick glance as his face softened. Reaching out, he took her hand and squeezed it reassuringly. They're still working on it and are gradually making headway. Fear not.. they will apprehend her. Everything will work out.With a sigh, Avalynn let out the weight of the last few days. "Jace, all I want is to be able to go back to sleeping with both eyes closed. When will this nightmare come to an end?The hurt in her voice made Jace's heart hurt. "It may be difficult now, but it will end. We'll overcome this. I swear. "I'm sorry for all the stress this has caused you,
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Heart thumping, Jace led Avalynn inside the house. She looked worried, and he knew it, but he had to leave. He leaned in to give her a forehead kiss as they got to the door. "I apologize, but I must go. This seems like a major matter."Avalynn nodded, understanding yet with concern in her eyes. "Jace, stay safe."With a nod, Jace hurried to his car and headed in the direction of his workplace. Though the night air was cold, worry was searing in his mind. How could the Horizon Project have gone so wrong?The generally busy building was strangely silent as he arrived to the workplace, with the exception of a few lights that were flickering in the windows. Entering quickly, he discovered Elizabeth, his secretary, standing by with a stressed-out expression on her face.Elizabeth, could you explain what you wanted to say on the phone? Trying to keep his voice calm, Jace asked.Elizabeth appeared anxious, her normally calm expression ruffled. "Jace, something is wrong. Today, we lost a n
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"Why the fuck did you do it?" Jace's voice reverberated across his spacious office, his anger obvious.Adam was standing opposite him, his eyes wide with remorse and fear. The man, who was usually calm and courteous, appeared little and cornered. Trembling, he began, "Jace, please, I can explain."Jace's anger flared in his eyes. "Explain? What justification is there for betraying a man who has treated you like family? The man who has consistently looked out for you?"Adam gulped and his hands trembled. "Jace, I... I had no other alternative. Elena... she intimidated me. She threatened to kill me if I didn't comply while holding a gun to my head."Jace balled his hands at his sides. And you decided that it would be better to betray me? Adam, you could have come to me. We had the opportunity to keep you safe!"Adam felt so guilty that his shoulders buckled. "Jace, I am aware. I desired to. I was afraid, but I wanted to tell you the truth every day. She is brutal. I had to not take a c
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Anger and frustration raced in Jace's consciousness. With Elena threatening his world, he needed answers quickly. His nightmares were now coming from the lady he had once trusted. He picked up the phone and dialed Alex, a discreet and persistent private investigator. Jace hoped he was the right person for the task.The following morning, Alex showed up early at Jace's office. He was tall and serious, exuding competence, and he listened carefully as Jace described everything, going into great detail about Elena's treachery and the havoc she had caused.Alex responded in a controlled tone, "Sounds like she's got a network of people helping her." "I’ll start by looking into her known associates."Jace nodded, a glimmer of hope emerging. "Many thanks, Alex. I want to know who is responsible for this and why. She's undermining everything I've accomplished."Alex set to work right away. He looked through phone records, investigated Elena's contacts, and located her acquaintances. He put
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Standing in Jace's lavish office with floor to ceiling windows letting in the afternoon sun are Jace and Alex.Alex said, "It's done," in a calm, low voice. "Elena would find it exactly where it has been posted. She ought to get in touch with you shortly.With a delighted smile on his face, Jace nodded. "Very good. This one will be too good for her to resist. She will quickly emerge from the shadows."Alex gave a nonchalant nod of consent.With a solemn gaze, Jace turned to confront his reliable private investigator. "Are the police standing by?""Everything is ready. Elena won't be able to move without our knowledge because the gala will be watched closely. Alex gave him her word. "She is exactly where we want her to be."Jace gave a nod. "All right. and the media?""Their instructions have been conveyed to them. They'll be prepped and prepared to witness Elena's deception." Alex said, a glimmer of enthusiasm visible in his eyes.Savoring the moment, Jace's grin expanded from a smirk
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Standing in Jace's lavish office with floor to ceiling windows letting in the afternoon sun are Jace and Alex.Alex said, "It's done," in a calm, low voice. "Elena would find it exactly where it has been posted. She ought to get in touch with you shortly.With a delighted smile on his face, Jace nodded. "Very good. This one will be too good for her to resist. She will quickly emerge from the shadows."Alex gave a nonchalant nod of consent.With a solemn gaze, Jace turned to confront his reliable private investigator. "Are the police standing by?""Everything is ready. Elena won't be able to move without our knowledge because the gala will be watched closely. Alex gave him her word. "She is exactly where we want her to be."Jace gave a nod. "All right. and the media?""Their instructions have been conveyed to them. They'll be prepped and prepared to witness Elena's deception." Alex said, a glimmer of enthusiasm visible in his eyes.Savoring the moment, Jace's grin expanded from a smirk
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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
