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THE LAST STRAW OF LOVE. Chapter 99
**The Breaking Point**Cain Vineyards Global Headquarters – New York CityLeo Cain Jr. stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows in his office, looking down at the city lights of Manhattan. His phone sat on his desk, the last message from Isabella Devereaux still on the screen.Isabella: Well played, Cain. But don’t get too comfortable.Leo smirked, picking up his glass of Cain Reserve 2001 and taking a slow sip.She wanted a war.Now, she was about to see what it meant to go against a Cain.Nathan Sinclair entered the office, looking serious. “She’s not slowing down, Leo.” He placed a file on the desk.Leo remained unbothered. “Of course she isn’t.”Nathan opened the file, flipping through financial reports, media responses, and internal communications.“She’s targeting our supply chain now—starting with our European routes. Several of our key partners in Bordeaux and Tuscany are considering her offers.”Leo finally turned, setting his drink down. “Which ones?”Nathan hesitated.
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**When the Past Comes Knocking**Cain Vineyards Global Headquarters – New York CityLeo Cain Jr. had weathered storms, crushed his enemies, and built an empire.But this?This was a different kind of war—one that struck at the heart of his legacy.Nathan Sinclair strode into the office, his expression grim. “Leo, we have a problem.”Leo tossed the gold fountain pen onto his desk, leaning back in his chair. “Let me guess. Isabella?”Nathan nodded, sliding a file across the mahogany surface.Leo flipped it open. His eyes darkened.Vivienne Cain is selling her shares.His mother.His own mother.“She wouldn’t,” he muttered.“She would,” Nathan countered. “Isabella made her an offer she couldn’t refuse. And now?” He exhaled. “If she signs, Isabella will have controlling interest in Devereaux Holdings.”Leo clenched his jaw.The woman who once stood beside him was now tearing down everything he had built.Nathan hesitated. “What do you want to do?”Leo’s lips curled into a dangerous smirk.
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** A Reckoning in Paris**Private Jet – En Route to ParisLeo Cain Jr. sat in his private jet, a glass of Cain Reserve 2001 in his hand, but for the first time in a long time, he wasn’t savoring it.His thoughts were elsewhere.On Isabella.On the past.On what he had done.Vivienne’s words echoed in his mind."You broke something in her, Leo. And now? She’s breaking you."Leo closed his eyes briefly, exhaling sharply.This war had never just been about business.And now?It was time to end it.Paris, France – Devereaux ChâteauIsabella Devereaux stood on her balcony, the Paris skyline glittering in the distance.Ethan Grey, her most trusted strategist, approached her. “Leo landed an hour ago.”She smirked, swirling her glass of Bordeaux. “Of course he did.”Ethan hesitated. “Isabella… are you sure about this? You could still walk away.”She turned, her emerald-green eyes sharp. “Walk away? From Leo Cain? No, Ethan.”She set her glass down.“This is what I’ve been waiting for.”The Co
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**Love and War**Paris, France – Devereaux ChâteauLeo Cain Jr. had spent his entire life winning battles.But standing in the courtyard of Devereaux Château, staring into Isabella’s emerald-green eyes, he knew—This wasn’t a battle he could win with strategy alone.This was personal.This was her.And that made it dangerous.Isabella’s last words still rang in his ears.“You want me, Leo? Then fight for me.”A challenge.A dare.Something between them had always been electric—a force neither of them could control.But Leo wasn’t a man who let emotions dictate his actions.So instead of answering, he closed the distance between them.Slowly.Deliberately.Isabella’s breath hitched as his fingers brushed against her wrist—a barely-there touch that sent heat rushing through her.“You think I don’t know how to fight?” Leo’s voice was low, dangerous.Isabella tilted her head, her lips curling. “I think you only fight when you know you’ll win.”Leo smirked. She wasn’t wrong.But Isabella h
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**A Question That Changes Everything**Paris, France – Devereaux ChâteauLeo Cain Jr. had spent years negotiating deals, closing mergers, and winning wars.But standing here, face to face with Isabella Devereaux, he realized—There were no contracts, no strategies, no calculated moves that could prepare him for this moment.Her words still echoed in his mind, cutting deeper than they should have.“The real question is—did you ever love me at all?”The weight of it settled between them, pressing against his ribs like a vice.Leo could have lied.Could have deflected, twisted the conversation back into something controllable.But Isabella deserved more than half-truths and empty words.So, for once, he gave her the truth.“I never wanted to.”Her breath hitched.His voice was low, rough, as if he hated admitting it. “But I did.”A beat of silence stretched between them—thick, suffocating, electric.Isabella’s emerald eyes darkened, but her expression remained unreadable.“Then why did y
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** An Uneasy Alliance**Paris, France – Devereaux ChâteauLeo Cain Jr. had spent years battling Isabella Devereaux.But now?They had a common enemy.And that changed everything.The grand study of Devereaux Château was silent except for the hum of Ethan Grey’s laptop as he pulled up reports, financial records, and surveillance data.Leo stood near the massive fireplace, arms crossed, his expression unreadable.Isabella leaned against the desk, tapping her fingers against the wood in impatient rhythm.Neither of them spoke for a long moment.Then—“Whoever did this,” Isabella said, her voice measured, controlled, “they know us. They know our businesses, our weaknesses.”Leo exhaled sharply. “And they know we wouldn’t work together.”Ethan glanced up from his screen. “Until now.”Leo’s gaze flickered toward Isabella. “This doesn’t mean I trust you.”She smirked. “Wouldn’t expect you to.”But trust or not—They needed each other.Because if they didn’t figure out who was behind this?Th
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**Setting the Trap**Paris, France – Devereaux ChâteauLeo Cain Jr. and Isabella Devereaux had been rivals, lovers, and now—reluctant allies.Adrien Moreau had forced their hand.And now?They were about to force his.The study inside Devereaux Château was dimly lit, the only sources of illumination coming from the flickering fire in the stone hearth and the glow of Ethan Grey’s laptop.Leo leaned against the oak desk, arms crossed, his sharp green eyes focused on the screen. “We make him think we’re losing.”Isabella nodded, standing beside him. “He’s trying to drain our resources, so we let him believe it’s working.”Ethan sighed, rubbing his temples. “And how do you plan to do that? Announce to the world that you’re broke?”Leo smirked. “Not exactly.”He tapped the screen, pulling up a forged financial report.It showed massive losses—investors pulling out, revenue streams drying up.Ethan’s brows lifted. “You want to leak false numbers?”Isabella smirked. “We don’t just want to le
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***The Illusion of Victory***Monte Carlo, Monaco – Le MirageAdrien Moreau was used to winning.For years, he had operated from the shadows, pulling strings, orchestrating downfalls, ensuring that no one ever saw him coming.But as he sat at his VIP table in Le Mirage, flanked by Monaco’s elite, he felt a distinct shift in the air.Because standing in front of him—uninvited, unwelcome, and completely unfazed—were Leo Cain and Isabella Devereaux.Two people he had expected to be ruined by now.And yet—Here they were.Leo smirked, exuding the same unshakable confidence that had made him untouchable in the corporate world.Isabella, on the other hand, was pure elegance and danger wrapped in silk, her emerald-green eyes gleaming with something that sent a flicker of unease through Adrien’s chest.He didn’t like feeling unsettled.He masked it quickly, leaning back in his chair with a lazy grin. “Well, well. I wasn’t expecting company tonight.”Leo chuckled, adjusting his cufflinks as he
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**The Final War Begins**Milan, Italy – The EscapeThe distant sound of sirens echoed through the city as Isabella, Leo, and Ethan ran across the rooftops. The night was alive with chaos—Marcella’s men were still searching for them, but the smoke from the explosions had bought them just enough time to disappear into the darkness.Leo smirked as he glanced over his shoulder. “That went well.”Ethan shot him a glare. “We almost got killed.”Leo shrugged. “Yeah, but we didn’t.”Isabella ignored them, her mind already working three steps ahead.Marcella had expected them to die tonight. She had set a trap, and while Isabella had managed to escape, it didn’t mean she had won.Because Marcella never lost gracefully.She stopped near a dimly lit alley, pressing her back against the wall as she caught her breath.Ethan checked his gun, his jaw tight. “What now?”Isabella exhaled. “Now, we end this.”Leo raised an eyebrow. “Oh? And how do we do that? Because right now, Marcella has the entire
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**The Reckoning**Milan, Italy – The Broadcast That Changed EverythingThe room was silent as the live broadcast aired.Across Europe, televisions flickered with Isabella’s face—her voice steady, her gaze unyielding.“For years, Marcella Devereaux has operated in the shadows, controlling the most powerful institutions with fear and corruption. But tonight, I’m bringing her empire down.”Ethan stood by the window, his hand resting on the hilt of his concealed weapon. Leo paced, tension rolling off him in waves.“She’s going to retaliate,” he muttered.Isabella didn’t flinch. She knew that. She had expected it.But she also knew something Marcella didn’t.She wasn’t alone anymore.Paris, France – Marcella’s WrathMarcella watched the broadcast from her penthouse, her nails digging into her palm.Every lie, every secret, every crime—exposed.Her control was slipping.Her phone rang.“Madame,” came a sharp voice on the other end. “We have a problem.”Marcella’s gaze darkened. “Solve it.”
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**The Final Gambit**The night air in Paris was thick with tension as Isabella stood on the balcony of the safe house, gazing at the shimmering Seine below. The city was alive, but her mind was elsewhere—on Marcella, on the battle she was about to wage, and on the stakes that had never been higher.Behind her, Ethan was pacing, his expression tight. Leo leaned against the doorway, arms crossed, watching them both with a smirk that didn’t quite reach his eyes.“This is insane,” Ethan muttered, rubbing his temples. “Breaking into Marcella’s private vault? We don’t even know what’s waiting for us inside.”Leo scoffed. “Oh, we know. A whole mess of trouble. But trouble’s fun, isn’t it?”Isabella turned, her eyes sharp. “This isn’t a game, Leo.”His smirk widened. “It is to Marcella.”And that was the problem. Marcella played to win. And if they weren’t careful, she’d take everything from them.Isabella’s fingers curled into fists. She couldn’t let that happen. Not after everything she’d f
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**The Final Gambit**Milan, Italy – The Morning After the StormThe sun barely touched the city skyline when Isabella’s phone buzzed relentlessly on her nightstand.She opened her eyes to the soft glow of dawn filtering through the curtains, her body still tense from last night’s confrontation with Leo.Ethan was already awake, sitting on the edge of the bed, scrolling through his phone with a grim expression.“What is it?” she asked, her voice hoarse from exhaustion.He turned the screen toward her.BREAKING NEWS: DECEPTION AT DE VEREAUX INDUSTRIES – UNVEILING A LEGACY OF LIES.The headline alone sent a shiver down Isabella’s spine. She snatched her phone and skimmed the article.“Anonymous sources have leaked confidential files revealing fraudulent business dealings within De Vereaux Industries, implicating its CEO, Isabella Romano, in financial misconduct and illegal transactions dating back years.”Her heart pounded.This was Marcella.“Tell me there’s a way to shut this down,” sh
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** The Ghost in the Shadows**Milan, Italy – Isabella’s Instincts Take OverIsabella’s fingers tightened around her phone as she reread the message."He’s not dead. But you will be."Her breath was steady, but her pulse was anything but.Ethan noticed the shift in her expression immediately. “What’s wrong?”She handed him the phone, watching as his jaw clenched.“This is a threat,” he said.“No,” Isabella murmured, eyes narrowing. “This is a warning.”Ethan exhaled sharply. “You think he’s really alive?”Isabella wasn’t sure.Leo had always been three steps ahead. If anyone could fake their death, it was him.And if he was alive…It meant the war wasn’t over.It was just beginning.Paris, France – The Investigation DeepensMarcella leaned back in her chair, fingers tapping against her desk.The official report claimed Leo had died from an overdose.But Marcella didn’t believe in coincidences.Her sources had seen Nikolai leaving the hotel minutes before Leo’s body was found.And now?
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**The War Begins** Milan, Italy – Isabella’s Next Move Isabella’s fingers trembled as she set down the glass of whiskey she hadn’t even tasted. The TV screen flickered, Leo’s smug expression still frozen in the background. He had done it. He had gone public. And now? The world was coming for her. Her office door burst open, and Ethan stormed inside, his face dark with barely controlled fury. “You need to fix this. Now.” His voice was sharp, edged with urgency. Isabella forced herself to remain calm, though every muscle in her body begged her to lash out. “I already have Marcella working on damage control,” she said smoothly, pouring another drink. “Leo wants a war. Let’s give him one.” Ethan ran a frustrated hand through his hair. “This isn’t just business, Isabella. He’s gone after your entire legacy. If the board believes him—” “They won’t,” she interrupted. “Because by morning, Leo won’t be credible enough for anyone to listen.” Ethan narrowed his eyes. “What are you
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** The First Strike**Milan, Italy – Cain-Devereaux HeadquartersIsabella stood at the top floor of her empire, looking down at the city she had fought to control.It should have felt like victory.But instead, it felt like a battlefield.She had made a deal with Marcella—something she never thought she’d do.And now, it was time to deliver.Leo had to fall.Completely.Irreversibly.Because if he didn’t?If she left even a crack for him to slip through…He would come back.And next time?He wouldn’t just want his place in the company.He’d want revenge.Her phone buzzed.She picked it up, exhaling sharply.Marcella."The pieces are in motion. We strike at midnight."Isabella smirked.Let the games begin.Paris, France – Leo’s Last MoveLeo Cain stood in a darkened hotel suite, hands resting on the desk as he scanned the reports in front of him.The walls were closing in.Isabella had already started freezing his accounts.Her allies in the financial sector were pulling back investmen
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** An Unholy Alliance**Milan, Italy – Isabella’s OfficeThe city skyline stretched behind her, bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun. But Isabella wasn’t admiring the view.She stood at her desk, fingers tapping lightly against the polished wood, as the weight of her decision settled over her.Across from her, Marcella Devereaux sat with a glass of red wine in hand, looking far too pleased with herself.“I have to admit, darling,” Marcella mused, crossing one leg over the other, “I didn’t think you’d actually call me.”Isabella studied her carefully.“I don’t make decisions lightly.”Marcella smirked. “Neither do I.”They had spent years locked in a battle for dominance—each one trying to stay a step ahead of the other.But now?Now, Isabella was about to break her own rules.Because Marcella was right about one thing.She needed her.And she hated it.The city skyline stretched behind her, bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun. But Isabella wasn’t admiring the view.Sh
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** Broken Loyalties**Milan, Italy – Isabella’s PenthouseThe broken shards of glass glittered on the marble floor, a perfect reflection of what had just shattered between them.Isabella stood motionless, her chest rising and falling with each slow, controlled breath.Across from her, Leo Cain didn’t move.He was calculating, just like he always was.But this wasn’t business.This was them.And Isabella wasn’t sure if they still existed.She lifted her chin, her voice calm but sharp as steel.“You worked with Moreau.”Leo exhaled, raking a hand through his hair. “I told you—it wasn’t like that.”Isabella’s laugh was cold, hollow. “You don’t get to decide what it was.”She stepped forward, closing the space between them. “Did you tell me the truth at any point, Leo? Or was this all just part of your game?”His jaw tightened. “I never lied about what mattered.”“Then tell me this—” she whispered, voice dangerously soft. “Was I a part of your plan? Or was I just a pawn?”Leo’s green eyes
