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The ApologyRoman's POVSlowly, the door opened, revealing Naomi. Her face was a mixture of surprise and cautious as she stood there. She wore an oversized sweatshirt with the sleeves pushed up as if she had been working on something, and her hair was tied back loosely. I was momentarily unable to speak. She was stunning—not in the glossy, magazine-cover style, but rather in the unvarnished, unadulterated way that demonstrated her strength and tenacity. And that light had been dimmed by me. "Roman," she said in a flat voice. Her hand gripped the door's edge more tightly as if she was already thinking of shutting it again. With a forceful gulp, my chest constricted. “Naomi. Can I come in? Please?” She paused, looking past me as if to see whether anyone else was there, and her brows wrinkled. At last, she moved aside and gestured silently for me to come in. In contrast to the cold I had experienced outside, her apartment seemed toasty. The air was heavy with the subtle smell
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Naomi’s DiscoveryRoman's POVWith every second, my stomach grew more constricted as I unfolded the paper Naomi had given me. Every words felt like a kick to the gut as my eyes scanned the text, even though the words on the page were hardly lighted by the dull light from the city outside. My company's name was shown in the header. The rest……it was a legal agreement, a deal made years ago between my firm and a name I never expected to see: Victor Carter, Naomi’s father. "What the hell?" Before I could stop them, the words spilled out. Naomi spoke in a quiet, shaky voice. “What does it say?” My mind was racing, so I swallowed hard and tried to concentrate. “It’s a partnership agreement. Signed by your father and one of my predecessors.” I stopped and read a particularly damning paragraph again. It described significant payments made under the pretense of "consultation fees." payments with unclear intentions. Naomi took hold of my arm. “Consultation fees? For what?” My thro
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An Unlikely AllianceRoman's PovAs the first rays of morning came through the blinds, Naomi stirred in my arms. I hadn't had much sleep since my thoughts were too focused on the flurry of feelings and the escalating dangers all around us. For a brief instant, everything felt perfectly normal as she moved slightly and pressed her face on my chest. But reality didn’t wait. The cloud of sleep softened her countenance as her eyelashes fluttered open and she stared up at me. Her voice was warm and raspy as she whispered, "Roman." “Morning,” I said quietly, brushing a strand of hair from her face. The blanket slipped off her shoulders as she slowly sat up. "Did you spend the entire night up?" I gave a shrug. "I couldn't sleep. I have too much on my mind.” I could sense the hesitancy and terror of what was ahead in her eyes as they searched mine. “We can’t keep pretending this will just go away,” she said softly. “I know,” I admitted, sitting up straighter. “That’s why I thin
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The Private InvestigatorRoman's POVDaniel stepped into my office within minutes, his usual composed demeanor in place. “You needed me, sir?” I steepled my fingers, leaned back in my chair, and nodded. "Close the door." His expression fixed in silent resolve, he followed instructions. I trusted Daniel more than anybody else in my circle since he had been with me for years. If anyone could help me navigate this mess with Elijah, it was him. “Elijah,” I began, letting his name hang in the air for a moment. “I want every detail about his past. Connections, hidden dealings anything that could give me leverage.” Daniel didn't ask me any questions, although his brows did wrinkle a little. “Understood. Are we targeting any specific angle?” I tapped the desk while deciding what to do. "I'm curious about Camille's level of involvement with him. I need evidence that they are working together.” Daniel nodded slightly, his gaze alert. "I'll get in touch with some people. The process
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The sun rose gently over the expansive estate, its golden rays beams through the wide windows and highlight the serene scene within. Naomi sat in the garden, her laughter blended with the soft chirping of birds. She held two small babies in her arms, their gentle coos bringing the distinct sound of fresh life into the room. Two years had flown by, a tapestry of hardships, victories, and emotional moments. The happiness and tranquility they had worked so hard to achieve suddenly eclipsed what had seemed like an endless struggle. Roman came out onto the terrace and looked at his wife and kids, his eyes warming. Naomi looked up, her eyes full of love, her smile radiant.With a hint of surprise and fatigue in her voice, she muttered, "They're already asleep." Roman approached and lowered himself next to her. With the same gentleness that one could reserve for the most delicate of treasures, he removed the small boy from her arms. “He’s going to be as strong as his mother,” Roman mu
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The Proposal Naomi's POVMy heart hammered in my chest as I was standing in the dark room. There was an oppressive, uneasy silence.a “Roman?” My voice shook a little as I called out again, but I made an effort to speak steadily.No response.I hesitantly stepped closer, letting my toes touch the cool ground. My heartbeat's faint sound, a constant reminder that I wasn't dreaming, filled the silence."Don’t overthink it," I whispered to myself, though my body refused to relax. Something about the sudden darkness felt calculated, deliberate. I inhaled deeply and moved toward the bedroom door, feeling my way through. My fingers touched the wall's edge as I went slowly and carefully. The silence was nearly deafening, and the air felt heavier with every stride.A loud click reverberated throughout the house as I entered the corridor that led to the sitting room, and the lights flickered back on. I froze, blinking to avoid the unexpected brightness.And then I saw it. The sitting room
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A Fresh StartNaomi's POV It was a calm yet intense drive home. Roman's thumb caressed my knuckles absentmindedly, a small yet personal touch that warmed me. The commotion of the previous few days gave way to an odd sense of tranquility as the city skyline blurred past the window. “Naomi,” Roman said, breaking the silence. His voice drew me out of my reverie as I turned to face him. "Yes?" His angular features were softened by the afternoon light as he looked at me. "I've been considering what comes next. For us. My chest tightened in the greatest way as he uttered *us*. It was a declaration rather than a question, and I never imagined hearing such a resounding affirmation from someone like Roman. "And?" I asked, attempting to speak steadily despite my tummy flutter. "I wish to make a fresh start. Stay away from everything. He gestured vaguely toward the city. "Everything is poisoned: the syndicate, the businesses, the deals. I want something… real. Something we can bui
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The ShowdownNaomi's POVAnticipation weighed heavily on the air inside the car. Roman's jaw was tense and his knuckles were white as he grabbed the steering wheel. As we raced in the direction of the syndicate's secret base, the city merged into the background. I sat next to him, silent but full of determination. I held the small gun Roman had given me earlier in my lap. Even though it felt heavy and cold in my hands, I knew it was necessary. “You don’t have to come with me,” Roman said, breaking the silence, his voice low but firm. I turned to him, meeting his intense gaze. “Yes, I do.” For a brief moment, the fear that lay beneath his stony exterior surfaced, softening his gaze. “Just stay close to me, Naomi. Whatever happens, don’t leave my side.” “I won’t,” I promised. The car screeched to a stop outside an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of the city. With its broken windows and graffitied walls, it was the kind of place that screamed danger. As we got out of th
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The Final Letter Naomi's POV Roman's forehead furrowed as he collected the envelope from me, his fingers briefly touching mine. Even though the contact was slight and insignificant it gave me a sense of comfort. I felt my stomach clench as he cocked his head and studied the unlabeled packet. “Where did you find this?” he asked, his voice calm but tinged with curiosity. "On the path outside," I answered, putting my arms over myself as a shiver went through my body. "Roman, it wasn't there last night. Someone left it for us.” His eyes briefly met mine, and I could see his mind working every scenario and potential risk that this could bring. Sharp and determined, he nodded then took a knife from the kitchen counter and gently cut open the envelope. As he unfolded the contents, I held my breath because the sound of the blade slicing through the thick paper seemed louder than it should have been. One sheet of parchment, yellowed and old was inside. Roman's jaw tensed with every se
