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Chapter 12

Author: ONYINYE
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** A Forbidden Flame**

The days following Isabelle’s discovery were a blur of confusion and heartache. Her world had been flipped upside down by Andrew’s betrayal, Jessica’s schemes, and Michael’s cryptic warnings. As much as she wanted to confront Andrew about everything, the growing distance between them made it impossible. He buried himself in his work, offering no explanations, while Isabelle found herself drawn to the one person who seemed to understand her turmoil—Michael.

It was late in the evening when Isabelle decided to meet Michael again. She told herself it was for answers, that she needed clarity about the secrets he hinted at. But deep down, she knew there was something more—a longing she couldn’t admit, even to herself.

Michael was waiting at the same café, a steaming cup of coffee in front of him. His face lit up when he saw her, but there was a flicker of hesitation in his eyes.

“You came,” he said softly.

“I needed to,” Isabelle replied, sitting across from him. “You
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