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QUINN'S POVI woke up early, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness.Today was my first day at Aurora properties and capitals, and I was determined to make a good impression though. So, I got dressed in the suit he got me. And I loved it. I looked the part, looking like a no-nonsense lady boss that everyone was scared to step on her toes. With one final smack on my lips blending my gloss in, I headed downstairs. I noticed a text from Bryan wishing me good luck on my first day. I smiled, feeling a little more at ease.When I realized he was gone already. The smile vanished immediately.He couldn't even wait for me? I pushed the plate away, feeling a little frustrated. I knew Bryan was a busy man, but I had thought he would make an effort to be there for me on my first day. As I stared at the plate in front of me, I realized I wasn't really hungry. I was just too anxious, too nervous about today.I asked the chef to make me a light breakfast, staring at the tons of eggs and bacons
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-----------The thrilling sound of the intercom made me startled. She picked it up, but the line went silent. Then my phone rang. I expected it to be Bryan, but instead, it was Miss Zara, my supposed predecessor."Hi Quinn, I hope you're doing well," Zara said, her voice dripping with sweetness. "I just realized I forgot to tell you something important. You can actually head home now. I'm so sorry, I feel terrible for keeping you so late."I raised an eyebrow, suspicious of her sudden change in behavior. But I decided to play along, curious to see where this would lead."Okay, thank you for letting me know," Quinn replied, trying to sound nonchalant."You're welcome, dear. Just head on home and get some rest. We'll catch up tomorrow."I hung up the phone, quickly packed up my things and headed out of the office building, feeling a mixture of relief and exhaustion. As I stepped out into the cool evening air, a familiar car was packed just in front, flashing in its headlights.I smiled,
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BRYAN'S POVI watched as the doctor finished wrapping my hands, his expression reassuring. "You'll be fine, Mr. Braxton. Just take it easy for the next few days and keep those hands wrapped. I'll come dress the wound too."I nodded, feeling a mix of relief and frustration. I hated being vulnerable, but I was grateful that the injuries weren't worse.As we left the doctor's office, I glanced over at Quinn. She looked pale and shaken, her eyes fixed on some point in front of her. I'd never seen her so scared before, not even when I was dealing with matters of her family.It was a strange feeling, knowing that she cared about me that much. I felt a pang of guilt for putting her through this, but at the same time, I was grateful for her concern.My driver pulled up beside us, and he got out to open the door. "Hello Sir, shall I take you home?"I nodded, helping Quinn into the car before getting in myself. As we drove away from the hospital, I tried to break the silence."Hey, I meant what
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As we stepped into the house, I was immediately greeted by the staff, all of whom were eager to attend to my needs. My dry cleaner helped me out of my jacket and shoes, while Quinn walked ahead, her footsteps quiet on the stairs.I quickly caught up to her, my eyes fixed on the gentle sway of her hips. As we reached the top of the stairs, I reached out and lightly tapped her on the shoulder. "Spend the night with me?" I asked, my voice low and hopeful.She paused, her eyes searching mine as she turned to face me. I held my breath, unsure of how she'd respond. I wasn't used to making requests, especially not ones that felt so personal.But I couldn't help myself. I wanted her beside me, wanted to feel her warmth and her presence. And so I added, "I might need a little help," raising my arms to remind her of my injuries.Her gaze flickered to my arms, and then back to my face. For a moment, she just looked at me, her expression unreadable. And then, in a soft voice, she replied, "It's f
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QUINN'S POVI trudged out of Mr. Plier's class, feeling drained. The last three-hour test had been consuming, and I was relieved it was over. As I emerged into the bright sunlight, I squinted, taking a deep breath of the fresh air.My classmates were scattered around the courtyard, chatting and laughing. I spotted a few familiar faces, but most of them were avoiding eye contact. I couldn't blame them; I had been absent from school for three weeks, and it was clear that I had missed out on a lot, but luckily they went on a two-week class trip.As I made my way through the crowd, I felt a sense of isolation. I didn't really have any friends at school, just acquaintances and classmates. I had always been too busy with work and other responsibilities to really connect with anyone.Just then, I spotted Jasper leaning against his car, parked across the street. He was staring at me intently, a smirk playing on his lips.My heart sank, and I felt a shiver run down my spine. What was he doing h
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BRYAN'S POVAs I stared at the papers on my desk, my phone buzzed, snapping my attention. My heart squealed the moment I saw her name flashing on the screen.I picked up, trying to sound casual despite the excitement coursing through my veins. "Hey," I started...The line went silent for a moment before I heard a faint rustling sound. Then, nothing."Quinn?" My brow furrowed as I pulled the phone away from my ear to check the connection. The call had dropped.I tried calling her back, but it went straight to voicemail. My mind began to wander, picturing up worst-case scenarios.I shook my head, trying to focus on the task I had at hand. I had a meeting with my team in an hour, and I still needed to finalize the presentation.But my thoughts kept drifting back to Quinn. I picked out the red velvet box in my drawer, exposing the 5-carat, limited edition diamond ring shining in it's purest form. It cost more than a fortune and my Queen deserves even more. I couldn't wait to see her tonigh
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JASPER'S POVI watched in silence as she stormed out of my car, feeling a pang of regret. Maybe I had pushed her too hard. But I couldn't help it. Seeing her with Bryan, knowing she was caught up in his web of lies... it made my blood boil.As I sat there, the realization that I had overstepped dawned on me. Quinn wasn't ready to hear the truth, and now I had ended up scaring her away from me. I thought about getting out of the car and following her, but something held me back.Instead, a thought ran across my mind. I pulled out my phone and dialed a number. "Hey, I need a favor," I said, when the person at the other end picked it up. "I want you to deliver a gift to Ms. Quinn. Something to apologize for my behavior earlier.""Okay boss, what will you have us curate for her?" the caller asked.I sighed, running a hand through my hair. I knew I had to do things right, but I wasn't sure how to start.It wasn't like I had lied. Bryan always had a thing going on with the ladies in that pos
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Then, we both spoke at once."I think—" he started."You should—" I began.We both stopped, realizing we had spoken simultaneously. He smiled wryly. "You go first."I shook my head. "No, I think it's best I listen. Mine will come in later."His stares were becoming intense, so I lowered my gaze, unsure of what to say. He took a step closer, his eyes never leaving mine. I felt this pile up of emotions as he drew nearer.Without thinking, I reached out, taking his hand, feeling the spark of connection in my heart's pulse. Bryan managed to give my hand a gentle squeeze."My lawyer was able to recover my companies from Jasper," he announced. "Unfortunately, Jasper didn't put up a fight."I looked up at him. "That's good news, Bry."He nodded. "Yes, and I've also placed the companies in the hands of one of my trusted shareholders. He'll take care of them."I felt this sadness, knowing he wouldn't be there to oversee his business empire anymore. "How long will you be here?" I asked abruptly,
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QUINN'S POVThe ride home was very quiet, the most reserved ride I’ve ever had. I couldn’t hear a dime. I might have been present, but everything about my spirit, soul and body was absent.It hurts so much that I blame myself for being so hard on him all this while. The times he’d drop gifts and letters at my doorstep consistently every day. It might not have been a great ride, but Bryan loved me more than anyone else in this world would have. No words, no whimpering, just my eyes flowing with unending tears. “Quinn, you need to stop crying,” Eva advised, breaking the silence.But I couldn't. "I will never get over this pain I’m feeling" I confessed. “He’s all that I have.”“Now I feel bad that you never acknowledged me. I’ve been with you through what? Thick and thin and Bryan’s all you have?” Her words struck me and I could feel the pain in her voice.“I’m sorry Eva, that’s not what I meant. It’s just that…." My tone turned apologetic but she quickly hushed me.“Shhh_ I’m here for
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-----------------"Whose child?" Quinn pressed, her brow furrowed in confusion.Thornton hesitated before speaking. "Your father, Sutherland, had a romantic affair with his second cousin, which resulted in your birth."Quinn and I gasped in unison. "What?" we exclaimed, shock and disbelief laced on our faces.Thornton continued, his voice filled with sadness. "He did marry your mother, despite the families being against them. I suppose it's because he loved her. I found out about their relationship because my first wife was a friend of your mother's."Officer Maddie's eyes widened in surprise. "What in heaven's name is going on here?" she asked, her voice firm, but I could tell she was confused.Thornton's expression turned cold. "When I threatened to expose Sutherland's secret if he dared to speak a word about Braxton's murder, he was terrified. He feared for his reputation and kept quiet all these years."Quinn's face twisted in anger and hurt. "His reputation? That's all he cared ab
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BRYAN'S POVWe walked into the police station, hand in hand, with Eva following close behind. "Excuse me," I said to one of the officers, "we'd like to speak with the officer in charge of Jasper Brown's investigation."The officer looked at us, obviously recognizing me, and asked us to wait. He stepped away for a minute before returning to escort us to a private room.Eva opted to wait outside, so we left her in the lobby. Inside the room, we met a lady who looked barely above middle age. "Hi, I'm Bryan Braxton, and this is _"Quinn Sutherland." She continued."We have information about Jasper Brown and his accomplice, Mr. Thornton that we would love to share with you."The officer, whose name tag read "Officer Maddie," looked at us with interest. "What kind of information?" she asked.We stared at each other and I spoke up. "We would like to be recorded."Officer Maddie nodded. "I see. Well, we've had Mr. Brown in custody, and we could use any additional information you can provide.
TRAPPED BY A RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE CHAPTER 163_ Still Beats
QUINN'S POVEva and I were still reeling from the shock of Matt's betrayal, lost in our own thoughts, when the doorbell rang again. I let out a frustrated sigh and made my way to the front door angrily."I thought I asked you to leave, Matt!" I yelled, but my voice trailed off as I took in the figure standing before me. It was Bryan."Matt?" he repeated, his brow furrowed in confusion. "Matt was here?"I nodded silently, still trying to process the sudden change in events. As I gazed at Bryan, I couldn't help but notice how worn out he looked. His eyes seemed sunken, and his face was laced with deep lines. This wasn't the stern, looking Bryan I had grown accustomed to; this was the Bryan I remembered from my childhood.I gulped down the huge form of saliva in my mouth. It took everything in me to not jump on him right now and hug him so tightly. I missed him so much. Bryan's eyes scanned me from head to toe, taking in my almost invisible baby bump. I felt a flutter in my chest as our
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QUINN'S POVEva's voice broke the silence. "Did you know Jasper was involved in such terrible things?"I paused, thinking back to the times Jasper and I spent together. He had been so charming and perfect, leaving no hints about his dark secrets.I shook my head, "I had no idea," I replied. "He seemed like the perfect gentleman."Eva nodded in approval. "Exactly! That's what makes it so scary. He is so good at hiding his true nature. However, when he spiked your drink and food, that was a sign of a drug dealer. Trying to force himself on you was also a sign of a rapist. I'm glad you had nothing to do with him in the end. I can't imagine _"I felt a shiver run down my spine as I remembered that night. "I did sleep with him," I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper cutting her short.Eva's eyes widened in shock. "Are you saying...," she gasped, "Is he the father of your baby?" she asked, her voice trembling.I quickly shook my head. "No, no, it's not that. It's just that... I don't r
TRAPPED BY A RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE CHAPTER 161_ The mask falls
BRYAN'S POVI lounged on my couch, crunching on a crispy snack, when my attention drifted to the TV screen that flickered with breaking news. The anchor's serious tone caught my eyes."Breaking news: A high-profile sting operation has led to the arrest of Jasper Brown, the newly appointed CEO of Aurora's conglomerate, on charges of sex trafficking and distribution of hard drugs. The investigation carried on by a journalist, spanning several months, has uncovered a complex web of illicit activities involving some of the city's most influential figures."The anchor's words hung in the air, as the screen behind her displayed a mugshot of Jasper, his usual smirk being replaced by a scowl followed by blurry footage and photos from the club, taken by the undercover photographer. "The evidence, obtained through a daring undercover operation, reveals shocking scenes of exploitation and abuse. Photos and videos, taken from within the club, show victims being coerced into sex work and patrons
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JASPER'S POVI stepped into the dimly lit club, the pounding music and throbbing lights enveloping me like a warm embrace. This was my domain, my sanctuary. The place where I could let my guard down and be myself. Most especially, it maintained its aura of exclusivity.I made my way through the crowded room, nodding to familiar faces and exchanging brief hello's. The smell of smoke and sweat filled the atmosphere and I breathed it in deeply. I felt alive.I spotted one of my girls, a stunning blonde, dancing on stage. She caught my eye, winked and smiled, and I giggled. She was mine, one of my best earners, Stella.I continued to make my way towards the VIP section, where my partners and I conducted our... business. We deal with more than just drinks and music here. We dealt in secrets, in desires, and in the forbidden.I made it all happen.The Devil's Kiss was my pride and joy, a massive facility with over 80 rooms, each one designed to cater to a specific desire or fantasy. We had r
TRAPPED BY A RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE CHAPTER 159_ Last Chance
MATT'S POVIt's been two months since everything changed. Two months since the turn of events and Bryan has been all over the news, his saga with Eva at the hospital, news about his health and his resignation as CEO of Aurora corporation. It's not been easy for anyone seeing his constant appearance on the television.I myself have been working tirelessly behind the scenes, gathering evidence and building a case to ease his feelings. I've had a few close calls. Like the last time I was snooping around the warehouse, I almost got caught. But I didn't give up. I couldn't give up. Not after everything I've seen and everything I've learned.Jasper's treatment of those around him has been horrifying. He manipulated, used, and hurt people without a second thought. And Quinn...I knocked on the door, and she opened it, looking more beautiful than ever in this pregn glow. This newfound peace definitely agrees with her, and it's amazing to see. "Hey Matt! It's good to see you," she snapped, ope
