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38: TAKE RESPONSIBILITY OF YOU
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THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 39: AFRAID OF BREAKING HIS HEART
Though Lucas didn’t insist on helping her bathe, Eve wasn’t able to evade his genuine help the next attempt. He’s been telling her it was dangerous for her in case she slips but when she threatened him of ignoring him, he gave up. But the when she was finished and she needed to put on clothes. “I really don’t need you to-” “But I do.” Lucas cut her off. He halted walking and stared at her directly in the eyes. There was some kind of seriousness in his dark stares that hinted he was taking no protest from her. and surprisingly, she kept yielding to him. “I don’t need to do it but I want to do these simple things for you, Eve. However small it is, if it’s for you, I’ll gladly be your slave. Now, will you let me?” ‘I don’t you to be my slave!’ Eve wanted to yell at his face but the gentleness in his gaze made her tongue-tied. Like a child, she nodded. “Fine.” Lucas smiled and continue walking, carrying the lady wrapped in a towel carefully. He put her down on the bed. Eve wa
Last Updated : 2022-11-19THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 40: AWKWARD
It was awkward the dining area. Though that awkwardness will only be felt by Simon later than the two couple who totally didn’t expect his arrival. Lucas was even more frustrated since he prepared these foods for Eve. Yet, right now, it seemed as if, his hateful friend was about to gobble it all. “D-do…do you want more?” Eve asked Simon, who’s plate was already empty from the Italian Ravioli. Excited by her offer, Simon’s eyes glimmered like a star when Eve was about to push her own plate of it towards him. It’s not every day that he tasted Lucas’ food. Though he cooks for himself, he doesn’t usually cook an extra for him. So ungrateful of him after he fulfilled every wish and needs he have! “Thank you, Eve! You’re really the best sister-in-law!” He reached for the plate. He was about to move it in front of him when another hand reached for it. Simon glared at the man and for once, he felt competing with Lucas. Eve, in the other hand, could not believe these two grown men
Last Updated : 2022-11-20THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 41: CAN I BARE MYSELF TO YOU?
The night sky was beautiful after the rain. Without the obscuring of the gray clouds, the stars twinkled brightly. From the horizon, the moon also was peeking and was excited to shine on the world. Eve was on the balcony in her room. From here, she could peacefully watch the beautiful night dawning upon her sight. The backyard of this house was a forest and it was only now that she discovered it. Thus, when the wind blew, it was colder than she expected. She was even wearing just a thin piece of silk nightgown that Lucas had chosen for her this morning. Shivering a little, she gasped when she was encircled by a warm pair of arms. It was tight and protective. Yet was also possessive. Lucas rested his chin on the hollow of her neck, taking in the sweet scent that only this woman possess. Oh, how he was addicted to it! Simon just left after a few drinks. And immediately, he went to find her in the room. Yet, it was just silent and the lights weren’t even turn
Last Updated : 2022-11-21THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 42: HER COLD FATHER
Three nights ago… In reality, Eve wasn’t sleepwalking like what Lucas thought. When she was staring at the calendar, she was looking at the date that time. It was the day that her mom died. Every year, she dreaded that day the most. Most of the time, all the memories of that painful and longest night of her life flashed in her mind. Again…then again. Surprising though, she almost forgot it. was it because she had enjoyed too much to live with Lucas? She didn’t know. And that’s one of the reasons why she felt so guilty. Thus, when Lucas tucked her in bed, she pretended asleep. she was listening to his racing heart since she was so close to him. then, slowly, his breathing calmed as well as his heartbeat. Making sure he was already fast asleep, she kissed the side of his lips. There was no response. If this man was still awake, he might have pulled her in and deepened the kiss to ravish her. that’s when she knew he was truly asleep. With careful
Last Updated : 2022-11-22THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 43: HER MOM'S THIRD WISH
Warm hands were gently caressing her hair. Eve still remembered something her professor in Psychology once told the class. He said that people often love someone because they can fulfill what they lack and crave as a child through that person. She grew up lonely and lacking of love, care, and warmth from her own father. That wasn’t entirely how it started. though she barely remembers the details, the family she first knew was full of love and laughter. Her dad still loved her and her mom. And her mom still wasn’t depressed. She didn’t know how, why, and when did everything start crumbling down. All she remembered was that certain night. It was raining and thundering loud. Her mother lays on the floor, pills scared along around her. She was catching her breath and was pleading with her to come and get her father. But her dad was not home. And at her mom’s deathbed, all she had was her five-year-old daughter who only knows how to cry and call her daddy. She may
Last Updated : 2022-11-23THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 44: LUCAS LEVIN: WHO ARE YOU?
“Rape then murder. Lucas Levin was hunted by the police due to that crime… “Rape then murder. Lucas Levin was hunted by the police due to that crime… “Rape then murder. Lucas Levin was hunted by the police due to that crime… Eve was shaken by what she heard. That disturbing fact had made her unable to think. From her sleep, she heard faint sounds of voices talking from a distance. Since she was aware that besides Simon, no one will come by, she already guessed it was him. She was also tempted by the strong aroma of brewed coffee coming from the kitchen. Thus, she got up, wanting to join the two. At first, she was worried she still cannot stand up properly. She even considered giving up the idea if she couldn’t since it would be so embarrassing if she still asked Lucas to carry her. Yet, her face brightened entirely when she propped her feet on the floor and stand up. She can already stand! With a smile on her lips, she excitedly walked to
Last Updated : 2022-11-24THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 45: HIS FATHER'S ADVICE
CHAPTER 45 The Heirta Corporation was as deep and as wide as the ocean. No one can ever be sure of how powerful they are. Among the corporations running in the city, they were the ones who were on top of the hierarchy. Besides the fact that they held enormous wealth, it was said that they were also involved in the underground business. Some rumors told that they were, in fact, a mafia family. And that they were well deep-rooted in the underground world. Because of this, no one ever really dared to slight them. People both respected and feared the Heirta Family. Also, the late chairman before the current one had been so cruel and strict. Not only to his employees but even to his family. To the extent that his own son and wife had run away from him despite the lifelong wealth and power, he could offer. His grandson, who grew up with him, like his father also left home when he was 19. And since then, no one really saw him. it was said that he doesn’t want to
Last Updated : 2022-11-25THE STOLEN BRIDE (BAD BOYS SERIES) 46: THE TRUTH WAS SCARIER THAN LIES
The cigarette smoke, the strong scent of liquor, and the mixture of perfumes overwhelmed Eve’s nose with familiarity. Perhaps, it had been several days since she last came here. Ever since she chooses Lucas, she never thought of coming back here again. in the first place, she went in here with the purpose of getting pregnant. Yet, she already has Lucas, right? But after overhearing his conversation with Simon this morning, she knew she needed to dig deeper. She tried searching online for information regarding Lucas. Yet, there was none—literally, nothing. And it was the oddest thing since in a modern time like this, who else doesn’t have even a single social media account? Thus, she came here. The only place where she can gather information. “Piacere…” Eve jumped on her own feet when she felt a hand snaking in her waist. She instinctively pushed whoever that person was, preparing to either smack him or slap him straight to the face. Yet, when she turned around, the person behind
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Eve dropped her hand holding the phone to her side. Breathing deeply several times to calm herself, she decided to go out of the bathroom now. however, as she unlocked the door and pulled it open, her eyes widened in surprise by who she saw. Her lips tremble again as she stared at those pair of raven-black eyes. “L-Lucas…” Did he hear it? Did he already know she was leaving him? that she’s betraying him? That she’s planning to take their child away from him? Her heart pounded so hard that all she couldEve dropped her hand holding the phone to her side. Breathing deeply several times to calm herself, she decided to go out of the bathroom now. however, as she unlocked the door and pulled it open, her eyes widened in surprise by who she saw. Her lips tremble again as she stared at those pair of raven-black eyes. “L-Lucas…” Did he hear it? Did he already know she was leaving him? that she’s betraying him? That she’s planning to take their child aw
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Like… Why was he here? How did he know about Theo? Why was he out when he was supposed to be in prison? Why… would he suddenly show up in a renowned party such as this when he’s just some hot hunk who might not be able to afford it? Wait. In the first place, Lucas Levin wasn’t some ordinary man to begin with. But if he wasn’t an ordinary man, then who exactly was he? Turning around, what Eve saw first was a well-dressed man’s body in an expensive black tux that proudly revealed his broad chest and square shoulders. Then slowly, with quivering eyes, she looked up at him.
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“You aren’t my father’s mistress, too right? that’s why he let you in?” “Prrrkkk! WHAT THE HELL EVE?!” Shia stood up, eyes were almost popping out of her eye sockets with what she just heard. Of course, she’s a flirt but she won’t ever flirt with an old man! especially, Eve’s father. Although Shia’s face had paled so much from what she just said, Eve just crossed her legs as if she said nothing wrong and looked at her. “I am just stating a possibility. My dad would never let a stranger into his house for no reason. And if you’re his mistress, it will be no surprise since you are beautiful and a real catch. I would even love to live with you rather than his mistress, Livia.” In disbelief, Shia was left speechless. She sat on her chair, gobbling up all the wine left from her glass, and gawked at Eve with wide eyes. She
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In your house?” “In. Their. House.” Eve put emphasis on her words since after all, she long had refused to call this place her own house/ home. Shia paused for a moment but replied as she blinked her long lashes away. “Well, I had my own ways…” “You aren’t my father’s mistress, too right? that’s why he let you in?” “Prrrkkk! WHAT THE HELL EVE?!” Shia stood up, eyes were almost popping out of her eye sockets with what she just heard. Of course, she’s a flirt but she won’t ever flirt with an old man! especially, Eve’s father.
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Eve was awakened by an adorable angel-like boy in front of her. He looked somewhat annoyed, probably because she didn’t wake up only until he raised his voice. She also noticed that his tiny hands were cupping her cheeks. “Mommy is such a sleepy-head,” he grumbled with pouted lips. And instead of feeling scolded, she couldn’t help but giggle. Just when did you see someone scolding as cute as her son? “Fine, fine. Mommy will now get up, alright? Now, get off me,” she said with a laugh that made Theo’s brow crease even more. He’s really pissed now. Watching her like this, Eve had always wondered if Lucas would look the same if ever he gets annoyed too. because thinking back to when they were together, Lucas seemed to never
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“You just said what?!” “I said, give me Morris Hierta’s number,” Eve repeated impatiently but it wasn’t what Shia was asking of. Thus, with the same impatient voice, she answered back, “No, not that one. It’s what you said before that.” Eve paused for a moment and thought of what she said before. She even combed her hair using her fingers since she had been thinking a lot since the day that Theo had disappeared. And trying to think further frustrates her. “You mean, me being back here?” “HELL YES!” That was Shias blurt out. It was obvious that she was already sulking for not telling her beforehand. “I’ve been convincing you for like ages to visit me and you never did even for once. And
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‘What are you even thinking, Eve Rizzo? Did you just thought that Lucas would come and see Theo?’ 7 “You’re here. I was here to fetch Theo to a dinner but this guard stopped us. You’re not trying to take my grandson away from me, do you?” Eve was chocked by her own self. She could not believe what she just heard. Her father sounded as if sulking. Thus, she laughed. “How could I, dad? I think Theo loves you already. Isn’t it right, Theo?” She looked down at her son who had been waiting to gain her attention. Theo nodded and smiled wide. “Hmm! I love grandpa but I love mommy more! Do you love me too, Mommy?” “Of course! I love my Theo the most!” Eve was about to carry him but then, she was stunned when her father kneeled to level to Theo and then he carried him in his arms again. “Then let’s go! Grandpa will take you to a dinner even you love your mommy more.” Her dad walked away with Theo, giggling guiltily. After recovering fr
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This son of hers… sometimes him being so intelligent in words and memory was too troublesome. Even his love for her can be sometimes too much. What was he thinking, trying to catch Lucas so he can bring him back in their home? To what? To let her hug Lucas instead of his picture? “Damn.” Eve cursed under her breath and run even faster. She just wanted to disappear right now. Such embarrassment… she couldn’t take it. As Lucas watch the woman running as she carried a little boy in her arms, he couldn’t help but grit his teeth. He was overwhelmed with mixed emotions. Anger. Disappointment. Longing. And desperation.
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Theo. Where do you want to study?” At her question, Theo went and sat beside her, looking at the screen of her laptop. Those were lists of schools where he could study kindergarten. Even before Theo could understand things, Eve had always let him choose things in his life. And just like today, she was letting him pick at what school he’ll study. Although he’s just still five, Theo could already read and understand a lot of words. Though he knew far more than what Eve was aware of. Lifting his eyes at her mother, he pointed at the screen. And Eve read it. “Davidson Academy?”
