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Sophia’s eyes filled with tears, but her voice was resolute. “I deserve better than this. If you’re so obsessed with Alexis, then go. Chase after her. But don’t keep stringing me along while your heart is somewhere else.”Ryan reached out to her, but she pulled away, shaking her head. “Don’t. I can’t do this anymore, Ryan.”Ryan was left speechless. As Sophia climbed out of bed and began to dress, a heavy silence filled the room.By the time she walked out, slamming the door behind her, Ryan sat alone in the suffocating quiet, his frustration and confusion boiling over into a single thought. What the hell am I doing?Sophia stormed down the grand staircase, her heels clicking sharply against the polished marble floor as her frustration simmered beneath her composed exterior.The bar was dimly lit, buzzing with subdued chatter and the clink of glasses. She headed straight to the counter, ordering a strong drink to drown out the sting of Ryan's obsession with Alexis.As she sipped her c
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The sound of her phone buzzing on the nightstand broke through Alexis’ peaceful slumber.Groggily, she reached out, squinting at the screen. Julian Devereux.A small smile tugged at her lips as she accepted the call.“Good morning,” she mumbled, her voice still heavy with sleep.“Morning, Mrs. Devereux,” Julian’s smooth voice teased on the other end. “How did you sleep?”Alexis stretched under the covers, a soft yawn escaping her. “Better than I expected. What’s up? Calling me this early feels like trouble.”Julian chuckled. “Trouble? Hardly. I thought I’d take you out for breakfast. Get dressed, I’ll be there in 20 minutes.”“What if I’m not ready?” she challenged playfully, sitting up and rubbing her eyes.“Then I’ll come in and help you get ready myself,” he quipped, the teasing edge in his tone making her laugh.“Fine. Give me 30,” she countered before hanging up.Thirty five minutes later, Alexis slid into the passenger seat of Julian’s car, dressed casually yet effortlessly chic
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As Alexis sipped her coffee across from Julian at their cozy breakfast spot, he pulled out his phone to call Victoria."Victoria," Julian began, his tone direct but polite, "I need you to contact the real estate company of the penthouse. Arrange for a meeting today to finalize the paperwork."Victoria's voice came through, calm and efficient. "Understood, Mr. Devereux. Should I set the meeting at the penthouse or their office?"Julian glanced at Alexis, who was busy spreading jam on her toast, her eyes lighting up when she overheard the conversation."The penthouse," Julian decided. "Let’s make it convenient. Schedule it for this afternoon, two o’clock sharp.""Consider it done," Victoria confirmed before ending the call.Julian set his phone down and leaned back, watching Alexis with a soft smile."So," he said, breaking the momentary silence, "by tonight, we’ll have our own house."Alexis looked up, her eyes widening. "Wait, you’re serious? You’re handling all this already?"He smir
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Inside the private elevator, Charlotte pressed the button for the top floor, her lips curling into a satisfied smirk.Let them whisper all they want. They’ll see soon enough who truly belongs here.She adjusted her hair in the elevator’s mirrored walls, mentally preparing herself for what she assumed would be a warm welcome from Julian. After all, she was Charlotte Wainwright, wealthy, sophisticated, and an ideal match for someone of Julian’s stature.As soon as the elevator doors closed behind Charlotte, the employees erupted into hushed conversations.“She’s really delusional, isn’t she?”“She probably hasn’t heard about Alexis yet.”“Or she’s heard and refuses to believe it. I mean, look at her.”“She thinks her money and family name are enough to win him over.”“Julian doesn’t even like her. Everyone knows that.”The receptionist shook her head, leaning over the desk toward a colleague. “Mark my words, this is going to be a disaster. Charlotte’s about to get a reality check, and I
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He sighed, brushing a hand through his hair before responding. "Tell her I’m busy and not to disturb me unless it’s life or death.""I’ve tried that, sir," Victoria replied, her voice still calm. "She’s currently outside your office, and I thought you should be aware."Julian’s jaw tightened, but before he could reply, Alexis leaned closer, her hands sliding up his chest as she whispered teasingly, "What’s the matter? Someone trying to ruin our fun?"His lips quirked into a smirk, his irritation fading slightly as he gazed at her.Covering the phone’s microphone with his hand, he murmured, "You have no idea."Returning his attention to Victoria, Julian said, "I’ll deal with her. Give me five minutes."As he hung up, Alexis tilted her head in curiosity. "What’s going on?"Julian groaned, rubbing the back of his neck. "Charlotte Wainwright. She’s causing a scene outside."Alexis’s expression shifted from curiosity to amused disbelief. "Seriously? Can’t she take a hint?"Julian stepped c
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Charlotte stood rooted to the spot, her mind a whirlwind of disbelief and fury.She replayed Alexis’s words over and over, each one hitting her like a sledgehammer. His wife. Alexis Devereux.For close to five minutes, she didn’t move, her expression shifting from shock to rage.Her hands clenched into fists at her sides as she tried to steady her breathing. But the more she thought about it, the more the anger bubbled to the surface.Finally, unable to contain her emotions, she let out a piercing, guttural scream that echoed down the hallway.“AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!”The sound startled the nearby staff, who exchanged wide eyed glances before quickly ducking back into their workspaces, afraid to be caught in her wrath.Charlotte stomped to the elevator, her heels clicking furiously against the polished floor.When the doors opened, she stormed inside, furiously pressing the ground floor button.The ride down was tense, her chest heaving as she tried, and failed, to compose herself.
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As they lay tangled together on the plush couch in Julian's office, Alexis giggled softly, brushing her tousled hair away from her flushed face.She playfully poked Julian's chest.“You know,” she teased, her voice light and mischievous, “for someone who thinks he’s all that, you’re not as good in bed as you think. I’d give you… maybe a six out of ten.”Julian arched a brow, his lips curling into a smirk as he propped himself up on one elbow. “Oh, is that so?” he asked, his tone dripping with mock offense.“Mm hmm,” she said with a nod, her face the picture of innocence.Leaning closer, Julian’s smirk deepened. “That’s funny,” he murmured, “because I distinctly remember someone not being able to stay still.”Alexis gasped, her cheeks flaming as she swatted at him. “Julian!”He chuckled, catching her hand and bringing it to his lips. “Admit it,” he said, his voice low and teasing. “I’m more than a six.”“Fine,” she relented, rolling her eyes but unable to hide her grin. “You might be a
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Ryan’s gaze flickered between Julian and Alexis, his jaw tightening.He looked as if he wanted to say something but held back.Sophia, on the other hand, wore a smug smile, her eyes scanning Alexis up and down before landing on Julian.“Well, well,” Sophia began, her voice dripping with mock sweetness. “Look who decided to show up at our new place.”Alexis arched a brow, recovering quickly from the surprise. “Your place?” she asked, her tone sharp but controlled.Ryan stepped forward, his usual arrogance in full display. “We’ve just finalized the paperwork. This penthouse is ours,” he said, his voice filled with satisfaction as he glanced at Julian.Julian’s jaw tightened, his usual calm slipping for just a moment. “Interesting,” he said coolly, his tone flat. “I wasn’t aware the building allowed doubles to be purchased. We were told the top floor penthouse was reserved.”Sophia’s laugh was high pitched and mocking. “I guess money talks, doesn’t it? Maybe you two weren’t quick enough.
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Julian didn’t respond immediately.Her words lingered in the air, challenging him in a way he hadn’t expected.Was he putting Alexis first?Or was he still driven by the ghosts of his past?For now, he pushed those thoughts aside. Protecting Alexis was his priority, everything else could wait.Evelyn rose from her chair, smoothing her skirt. "I’ll hold you to your word, Julian," she said, her tone formal but not unkind.He stood as well, offering a small nod. "You have my word."As he left the Montgomery residence, Julian felt a strange mix of emotions.Evelyn’s cautious approval was unexpected, but it only reinforced the weight of his responsibility. He couldn’t afford to falter, not now, not ever.Driving away, his mind was already racing with thoughts of his next move.Sophia and Ryan had crossed a line, and if protecting Alexis meant confronting his own conflicted feelings, then so be it.His focus was clear, uncover the truth, protect his wife, and ensure no one, especially the M
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“Julian,” she finally said, her voice trembling slightly.He crossed the room in a few strides, pulling a chair close to sit in front of her. “I'm here.”Alexis looked down at her hands, her fingers twisting together nervously. “I didn’t push her, Julian. I swear I didn’t. She tripped, and I tried to catch her, but...” Her voice broke, and she shook her head. “It doesn’t matter what I say. No one’s going to believe me.”Julian reached out, taking her hands in his. “It matters to me,” he said firmly. “And I believe you.”Tears welled in her eyes, but she quickly blinked them away. “It’s a circus out there. Reporters are camped outside the gates, and social media is tearing me apart. My father is furious, my mother is worried, and I don’t know what to do.”“You’re not alone in this, Alexis,” Julian said, his tone gentle but resolute. “We’ll figure it out. I’ll make sure the truth comes out.”Alexis pulled her hands away, standing abruptly and walking to the other side of the room. “What
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The hotel lobby had been bustling with late night travelers, but she had barely noticed them, her vision blurred by tears of anger and humiliation.Her feet had carried her to a nearby bar, one she had frequented before with her friends. The music had been loud, the lights dim, and the crowd rowdy. It was the perfect place to drown her frustration.That night, she hadn’t been alone for long. Two of her male friends, Lila and Ethan, had been there, already a few drinks in. They had waved her over, their faces lighting up when they saw her.“Sophia!” Lila had exclaimed, sliding a drink her way. “What’s a queen like you doing here alone?”She had smiled weakly, taking the drink and downing it in one go. “Just needed to get out. Ryan’s being... Ryan.”Lila and Ethan had exchanged knowing looks. They had never liked Ryan, always quick to point out his flaws whenever Sophia vented about him.“You deserve better,” Ethan had said, his tone serious despite the playful smirk on his lips. “Why d
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The doctor looked between the two of them and then spoke calmly but firmly. “Miss Sophia, you’re pregnant. About eight weeks along, based on the results of your blood work.”The room fell silent, the words hanging heavily in the air. Sophia’s eyes widened in shock, her lips parting as if to say something, but no sound came out.Ryan’s expression shifted from confusion to disbelief. “Pregnant?” he echoed, his voice low and strained.Sophia finally managed to find her voice, though it was barely above a whisper. “That’s... that’s impossible. I mean... I...”The doctor raised a hand gently. “I understand this might be unexpected, but I recommend you start prenatal care as soon as possible. Rest is crucial, especially after today’s incident. I’ll give you some referrals for an OB GYN to follow up with.”He placed a pamphlet on the bedside table and left the room, leaving Ryan and Sophia to process the bombshell in stunned silence.Ryan ran a hand through his hair, pacing again. “Pregnant,
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One thing was clear, Julian couldn’t let this slide.His mother and Ryan had crossed a line, and he wouldn’t stand by and let them hurt Alexis any further.The cafeteria buzzed with quiet conversations as Alexis sat at a corner table, her hands gripping the edge of her coffee cup.She had chosen the place carefully, a quaint café tucked away from the busy streets, offering a semblance of privacy.Her heart pounded as she waited for Sophia, the weight of the earlier meeting and the mounting suspicions gnawing at her.The bell above the door jingled, and Alexis looked up to see Sophia entering. Her expression was guarded, and her heels clicked sharply against the floor as she approached the table.“You wanted to meet?” Sophia said curtly, sliding into the chair opposite Alexis.Alexis didn’t waste time with pleasantries. “Thank you for coming. I wanted to talk about the logs.”Sophia arched a brow, her lips pressing into a thin line. “I already told you, I didn’t do anything. If this is
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Alexis gestured for Ethan to sit, her focus sharpening.Ethan placed his laptop on the desk and opened a detailed report. “We’ve been combing through the access logs for the design server. So far, there’s no evidence of an external breach, which strongly suggests this was an internal issue.”Alexis frowned, leaning over the screen. “So, someone from the company leaked the manuscript?”Ethan nodded grimly. “It’s looking that way. Only a select group had access to this particular design file, yourself, the head designers, and a few key members of the marketing team. We’ve narrowed down the list of activity during the suspected timeframe.”He tapped a few keys, bringing up a chart. “Here are the access records from the last 48 hours. You’ll see that most logins were routine, except for one unusual activity early yesterday morning.”Alexis’s eyes scanned the chart, her pulse quickening when she noticed the flagged entry. “Whose login is this?”Ethan hesitated before replying. “Sophia’s.”
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Outside the conference room, the office buzzed with activity as teams scrambled to address the crisis.Alexis pulled out her phone and hesitated for a moment before texting Julian, “Things are worse than I thought. It’s going to take a while. I’ll keep you updated.”Sliding the phone back into her pocket, she took a deep breath and strode toward the IT department, ready to face the storm head on.Alexis spotted Sophia lingering near the hallway that led to the design department.Her polished appearance, perfectly styled hair and her sharp red blazer, was as impeccable as always, but there was something about her posture that felt uneasy.Taking a deep breath, Alexis decided now was as good a time as any to address the elephant in the room.“Sophia,” Alexis called out, her heels clicking softly against the tiled floor as she approached.Sophia turned, her expression guarded but polite. “Yes?”Alexis motioned toward a quieter corner, away from the prying eyes of other employees around.
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While waiting for Victoria’s update, Julian moved to the kitchen to pour himself a cup of coffee, his mind replaying the events that had led him to this moment.Back then, his hatred for the Montgomerys had consumed him. Harrison Montgomery’s ruthless business tactics had driven the Devereux family company to the brink of bankruptcy. It was his mother’s connections that had saved them, but the scars of that time had never truly healed.Julian had vowed to make the Montgomerys pay, and Alexis had seemed like the perfect entry point.But now, as he stood in his kitchen sipping coffee, Julian felt a pang of guilt.Somewhere along the way, the line between vengeance and something deeper had blurred. He didn’t just enjoy Alexis’s company, he needed it.His phone buzzed, snapping him out of his thoughts. It was Victoria.“Sir, there’s a situation at the Montgomery Group. It appears a confidential design manuscript for their upcoming collection has been leaked online. It’s causing quite a st
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That day had been the turning point.Seeing Alexis in person had reignited his resolve for vengeance. But this time, he didn’t just want to destroy the Montgomery name, he wanted to unravel them from the inside.He had his men begin keeping tabs on Alexis, tracking her every move.It wasn’t difficult, her socialite status meant she was often in the public eye.Photos from charity galas, business events, and vacations poured in. But the more he watched, the more he realized that Alexis wasn’t quite what he expected.She wasn’t just a pampered heiress living off her father’s fortune. She was hardworking, driven, and surprisingly kind to those around her. It was… disarming.Still, he reminded himself that this was all part of the plan.She was just a means to an end.When news of Ryan Pierce’s affair with Sophia reached him, Julian saw his opportunity. It was all too easy to have the evidence sent anonymously to Alexis.He remembered how calculated and cold he had been in those moments,
