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Torn Apart

Penulis: Sarah Ovvens
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-12-19 12:13:46

The housekeeper sighed deeply, her voice breaking as she told him the story. “Zane was hiding at the bottom of the stairs. He played the sound of a dog barking as she came down. She wasn’t aware of him, and when she heard it, she panicked. She lost her balance and fell. I’m so sorry…”

Xavier’s eyes closed for a moment, and his breath came out in a sharp hiss. His jaw clenched, his mind racing as the words hit him like a punch to the gut. The helplessness, the fear, it all mixed together in a whirlwind of anger. Zane. Alana. He could feel the rage bubbling up, a dangerous force that he could barely contain. They had crossed a line. No more games. No more pranks.

“Stay with Calla,” he said, his voice low and strained, as though every word was being dragged from him.

“I’ll come back later.”

He turned without another word and walked toward the exit, his feet feeling like they were made of lead. His heart pounded in his chest as he climbed into his car, trying to block out the chaos in his
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  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Shattered Reputations

    Xavier sat alone in his car, gripping the steering wheel as his pulse raced. The weight of his father’s actions pressed down on him like a heavy stone, suffocating and relentless. He stared out the windshield at the quiet, darkened street ahead, the silence doing little to calm the storm raging in his mind.He didn’t even know what his father had done to get himself arrested, but whatever it was, it couldn’t be good. The uncertainty clawed at him, making his chest feel tight as he waited for Logan’s call with answers.The buzz of his phone broke through his thoughts, sharp and jarring in the stillness. He grabbed it, answering without hesitation.“Logan,” he said, his voice sharp and strained, already bracing for bad news.“Xavier,” Logan began, cutting straight to the point.“I just got off the phone with the sheriff. Your dad’s been arrested for a hit-and-run. It’s bad, man. Really bad.”Xavier’s knuckles turned white as he tightened his grip on the steering wheel. His jaw clenched

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-20
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   The Blame Game

    The afternoon sun spilled golden light across Xavier’s office, pooling on the hardwood floors and casting long shadows on the polished furniture. But to him, it felt more like a harsh spotlight, highlighting his failures instead of offering warmth or solace.He sat slouched in his leather chair, his elbows resting on the armrests, and rubbed his temples in frustration. The weight of the past few days bore down on him like a physical burden, squeezing his chest until it was hard to breathe.His sister, Calla, was still in the hospital, lying in a stark white bed, recovering from her fall down the stairs. The bruises on her fragile frame haunted his mind, but he hadn’t had the chance to visit her yet.Every time he thought about stepping into that hospital room, he felt the crushing reminder that his father, Thomas, had created a whole new level of chaos for him to deal with first.Thomas was sitting in jail, arrested for drunkenly running over a couple with his car, and the media had a

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-21
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Calculated Game

    Xavier’s hand trembled as he waited for the familiar ring. Anger simmered beneath the surface, threatening to erupt. His knuckles turned white as he gripped the phone tighter, steadying himself for what was coming.The line connected with a click.“Harold,” Xavier began, his voice sharp and icy. “No one can stoop lower than you.”On the other end, Harold’s voice came through calm, almost mocking. “Well, if it isn’t my dear Xavier. What happened this time? You sound upset. Did something… bother you?”Xavier’s fist slammed against the desk, fury boiling over. “Don’t play dumb with me. I know you paid those tabloid hacks to write lies about me. You’re trying to ruin my life.”A low chuckle came from Harold. “Oh, come on, Xavier. You think I have time to waste on your little scandals? Give me a break. Don’t flatter yourself.”Xavier’s voice rose, sharp and cutting. “Don’t pretend you’re innocent. You’re always scheming, always pulling strings. This has your name written all over it.”Haro

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-21
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Between Trust and Truth

    The steady beeping of the hospital monitor was the only sound breaking the silence in the dimly lit room. Xavier stood at the door, gripping the handle, his chest tight. Calla lay in the hospital bed, her face pale but peaceful.She looked so fragile, her breathing steady but shallow, her eyes closed. The sight of her like this sent a storm of emotions through him—a mix of relief that she was alive and frustration that he’d let her down by not being here sooner.He lingered for a moment longer, his fingers tightening on the door handle. He’d been consumed by trying to fix his father’s mess, but guilt gnawed at him. He should have come sooner.Finally, he stepped inside, his movements deliberate, and walked to her bedside. He reached out, his fingers brushing lightly against her cheek, as though afraid she might break under his touch. His voice was quiet but steady.“How are you, Calla?”Her eyes fluttered open, and when she saw him, a faint smile appeared on her lips.“I’m okay,” she

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-22
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Fight in the Playground

    The air was cool and breezy, carrying the scent of freshly mowed grass across the bustling school courtyard. The chatter of students created a lively symphony as the children played during their short recess. Laughter and squeals of delight echoed from the slides and jungle gym, and the rhythmic creak of swings provided a steady backdrop to the lively scene.Near the far edge of the playground, Zane and Alana stood side by side near the swings. Alana’s dark hair whipped in the wind as she kicked higher and higher, her feet reaching for the clouds. Zane, smaller but determined, leaned back on the swing, trying to catch up to her height.“Bet I’ll touch the sky before you do!” Alana challenged, her voice ringing out over the playground.“Dream on!” Zane shot back, grinning despite himself.Their laughter carried in the breeze, unguarded and full of joy—until it was suddenly interrupted by a voice that dripped with mockery.“Hey, Zane! Hey, Alana! Think you’re special or something? You c

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-23
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Seed of Hope

    “Ms. Bella, it wasn’t that big of a deal,” Zane muttered, trying to sound tough, though his voice wavered slightly. His attempt at bravado fell flat, betrayed by the uncertainty in his tone.“It is a big deal,” Ms. Bella said firmly, her voice unwavering. Her tone wasn’t angry, but it carried a calm authority that made every word land with a weight that couldn’t be ignored.“Violence has consequences, Zane, even in the smallest ways. You can’t just throw punches because you’re mad or frustrated. That’s not how you solve things. You’ve got to figure out a better way to handle your emotions.”Her words hit Zane like a ton of bricks, each sinking in deeper than the last. The anger bubbling inside him, fueling the fight, suddenly felt small and insignificant. It drained out of him, leaving a heavy mixture of shame and regret. He glanced up at her, his eyes unsure, his voice hesitant.“I… I didn’t mean to—”“Enough,” Ms. Bella interrupted, her voice steady but commanding, cutting through h

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-24
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Echoes of Regret

    Xavier stood in the narrow hallway of the apartment building, his eyes tracing the worn, faded carpet beneath his feet as he glanced over at Logan. The silence between them was thick, laden with the weight of what had brought them here. Xavier had to get Thomas out of jail without a trial, and he had to do this for the sake of his reputation and name.He exhaled sharply, shoving down his emotions and focusing on the task at hand.Turning toward Logan, his voice was low but steady.“What are their names?”Logan’s gaze flickered to the door in front of them, then back to Xavier.“Kenji Lee Wong and Mei Lee Wong. Husband and wife. Been living here for two years.”Xavier nodded slowly, absorbing the information. His father’s actions had created a ripple effect that now reached the very door in front of him, a door that hid the lives of two people irrevocably altered by a drunk man’s mistake. The anger, sorrow, and regret building up inside him were nothing compared to what Kenji and Mei m

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-25
  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   The Price of Redemption

    “I don’t expect you to forgive me,” Xavier said, his voice trembling slightly with the weight of remorse that had been gnawing at him since the moment he’d walked through their door. His gaze faltered briefly before meeting Mei’s hardened eyes once more.“I can’t change what happened,” he continued, his tone carrying the quiet desperation of a man who knew he could never undo the damage. “But I want to make it right. I know my father’s actions have caused irreparable harm, and I know no apology can ever be enough. But I want to offer you something in return. If you drop the case, I can provide financial compensation. A sum that might help ease the burden—”Before he could finish, Mei’s expression twisted into something sharp, raw, and unrelenting. Slowly, she pushed herself up from the couch, her movements careful and deliberate as her injured arm reminded her of its presence. Xavier’s heart clenched at the sight of her pain, a visible and constant reminder of the harm his father had

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2024-12-25

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  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Waves of Love

    The evening sky was painted in breathtaking hues of orange, pink, and soft gold as the sun dipped lower toward the horizon, casting a warm glow across the tranquil beach. The vast canvas above them looked like something out of a dream—streaks of color melting into each other as if the heavens themselves were sighing in contentment. The ocean responded with grace, its waves dancing rhythmically to the quiet lullaby of the wind, their foam-tipped crests glowing beneath the fading light.A gentle, salty breeze rolled off the water, brushing against Bella’s skin like a whispered caress, tousling her hair and kissing her cheeks. She stood barefoot, toes curled slightly into the cool, soft sand, her heart full and yet still not quite ready to believe the peace that now wrapped itself around her like a blanket. It felt surreal—like standing inside a moment suspended in time, one she never wanted to end.She glanced to her side and found Xavier there, his tall frame motionless yet somehow anc

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A New Beginning

    The journey back home from the hospital felt surreal for Bella. Everything she’d been through—the pain, the fear, the moments when hope felt like a fragile thread—lingered in her chest like shadows. But now, as she stepped through the familiar doorway of her home, the scent of lavender and vanilla greeted her like a long-lost friend. A wave of warmth and safety wrapped around her like a soft blanket, and for the first time in weeks, her shoulders relaxed.She was finally home.Before she could take another step, two small bodies rushed toward her, wrapping her in tight, desperate embraces."Mommy!" Zane cried, his voice trembling with joy as he buried his face against her stomach. His little arms clung to her as though he was afraid she might disappear again."We missed you so much!" Alana added, her voice catching with emotion as she clung to Bella’s arm, her cheek pressed tightly against her mother's sleeve.Tears spilled freely from Bella’s eyes. She knelt slowly, her body still te

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins    Love Finds Its Way

    A soft beeping echoed in the hospital room. The first thing Bella felt was warmth—her body felt light, her mind hazy as if she had been floating in darkness for a long time. She blinked slowly, her eyelashes fluttering as the world came back into focus. The sterile white walls, the dim glow of the bedside lamp, the faint scent of antiseptic… she was still in the hospital.Her throat was dry, and her body ached, but when she shifted slightly, she realized—she was awake.A soft gasp escaped her lips as she registered the sound of footsteps rushing toward her. The next second, she felt a warm, strong hand grasping hers.“Bella…?”She turned her head toward the familiar voice, and her gaze met Xavier’s. He was standing beside her bed, his dark eyes filled with a storm of emotions—relief, joy, pain, and something deeper, something raw and unguarded.Tears welled in Bella’s eyes as she whispered, “Xavier…?”He exhaled a shaky breath, his hand squeezing hers tightly as if afraid she would di

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Heart That Can’t Let Go

    The hospital room was shrouded in a heavy silence, broken only by the steady, rhythmic beeping of the heart monitor that echoed like a soft heartbeat in the otherwise lifeless space. The sterile scent of antiseptic clung to the air, mixing with the sterile chill that only hospitals seemed to possess. Outside the window, the city lights flickered like distant stars, indifferent to the quiet war of emotions unfolding inside.Xavier sat slumped in the chair beside the bed, his broad frame hunched forward as if the weight of the world rested on his shoulders. His fingers trembled slightly as they traced slow, tender circles on the back of Bella’s hand, which felt cold and fragile in his grasp. Her skin, once warm and full of life, now looked ghostly against the clinical white sheets. Her chest rose and fell in small, barely noticeable breaths—each one a silent thread tethering her to life.He stared at her face for a long time, memorizing every detail—the gentle curve of her cheek, the wa

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Unspoken Truths

    Calla lay in the hospital bed, her body still sore from the wounds Drake had inflicted upon her. The sterile scent of antiseptics filled the air, and the rhythmic beeping of the heart monitor echoed softly in the quiet room. Though her body ached, her heart felt lighter. She was safe now.Harold admitted her here. She knew he saved her—not out of love or guilt, but to prevent yet another crime from being added to Drake’s list. Although he wanted to take her to Xavier, Calla's rough condition and rotting wounds forced him to take her to a hospital for first aid.After getting admitted in hospital, Harold asked her where she wanted to go and to whom he should call. As he had to leave. Then Calla called Xavier and the staff at the mansion told her that he was already in the hospital.The staff also told her that Bella underwent a cesarean and she was in a coma.She knew it wasn't the right time to Calla Xavier. So, she called Logan instead and asked Harold to leave and let Logan take car

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   Between Life and Death

    The cold hospital walls closed in on Xavier as he stood outside the operation theater, his heart pounding violently in his chest. The long, agonizing wait made every second stretch endlessly, filling the air with suffocating dread. His fists clenched as he paced the hallway, his mind racing with prayers and fears.Finally, the door swung open, and Bella’s gynecologist stepped out, her expression heavy with exhaustion and concern. She removed her surgical mask and exhaled before speaking.“Mr. Xavier, the surgery was complicated.” Her voice was calm yet filled with an underlying gravity that made Xavier’s stomach drop.He swallowed hard. “Is Bella…?” His voice cracked, unable to finish the question.The doctor gave him a reassuring yet solemn look. “She has given birth to a baby boy.”For a moment, the world stood still. A son. His son. The weight of those words pressed down on his chest like an invisible force.But before relief could settle, the doctor continued.“However, there were

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   The Breaking Point

    The heavy sound of boots stomping across the marble floor sent a chill down Jessica’s spine. She turned around sharply, her breath catching in her throat as she saw him—Drake.He stood in the doorway, his clothes disheveled, his hair a mess, and his face twisted with rage. His eyes were bloodshot, and his grip on the gun in his hand was firm.Jessica felt the blood drain from her face. "Drake, what are you doing here? The police are looking for you!"Drake ignored her. His furious gaze was locked on Harold. His father stood in the center of the living room, his expression tense but composed."You let her go!" Drake snarled, stepping closer, his hands trembling around the gun. "You betrayed me, Dad! You helped that traitor escape!"Harold exhaled slowly, his heart pounding. "I did what I had to do, Drake."Drake let out a bitter laugh. "You HAD to do it? You HAD to betray your own son?" His voice cracked with hysteria. "Do you even realize what you've done? That woman ruined everything

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   A Father's Regret

    The apartment reeked of stale alcohol and the acrid sting of cigarette smoke, a suffocating blend that clung to the peeling wallpaper and worn carpet. Dim, flickering light from the streetlamp outside seeped in through the dusty blinds, casting long, distorted shadows across the cramped room like silent ghosts. The air was thick—heavy with despair.Harold stepped in cautiously, the floorboards creaking beneath his weight. His chest tightened, every breath catching like a stone lodged in his throat. A gnawing dread coiled in his stomach.There, sprawled out on the tattered, sweat-stained sofa, lay Drake—motionless but alive. His chest rose and fell in shallow, erratic breaths. One arm dangled limply over the edge, fingers barely touching the half-empty bottle of whiskey resting against the floor. His eyes were open but glazed over, pupils dilated like black holes, and his pale face was slick with sweat. The stench of vomit and intoxication clung to him like a second skin.Harold’s eyes

  • The Billionaire Instant Twins   At the Hospital

    Xavier burst into the hospital, shouting for a doctor, his voice hoarse with desperation and fear. His heart pounded like a war drum in his chest, his breath coming in sharp, ragged gasps as he clutched Bella tightly in his arms.A team of nurses immediately rushed to them, urgency etched into every movement. They swiftly guided him toward a gurney, gently easing Bella from his arms. The moment his hands let go of her, a hollow ache opened in his chest. He hated the distance, even if it was just a few feet.“Please—please help her,” he whispered, but the nurses were already at work, checking her vitals, lifting her limp body with clinical precision. Her face was pale as snow, lips tinged with blue, blood staining her nightgown like a warning.He stood frozen as they wheeled her away, the sound of squeaking wheels echoing in the sterile corridor like gunshots. The air around him felt too bright, too white, too loud. Everything blurred at the edges.The gynecologist, Dr. Hayes, arrived

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