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Chapter 14:Cold Darius
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Hezekiah tried to shake off her unease as she drove to Sandro’s condo. His message earlier, saying he had cooked dinner for them, had caught her off guard. She hesitated at first but eventually agreed, knowing she couldn’t avoid him forever.As she parked her car and made her way up to his unit, the weight of guilt pressed harder against her chest. She couldn’t stop thinking about the night she’d spent with Darius. It haunted her—the way she’d betrayed the man who loved her so deeply.When she entered the condo, the smell of freshly cooked pasta greeted her. Sandro was bustling around the kitchen, setting the table with a content smile on his face."There you are," he said warmly, looking up as she entered. "Perfect timing. Dinner’s almost ready."Hezekiah forced a smile. "Smells amazing, Babe. You didn’t have to go through all this trouble.""It’s no trouble," he replied, waving her off. "You’ve had a tough week, and I wanted to do something special for you."Her heart ached at his w
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"What is this? Why did you lock us in your room? What are you doing?" Hezekiah wondered and seriously looked at him."This is what you like, right? I know you have feelings for me so you sabotaged my relationship with Liana didn't you?" He walks approaches her and smirks."No! What are you talking about? I will never do that," she denied any involvement in ruining their relationship. "Are you denying it?" he asked in misbelief."You're mistaken, sir. I haven't done a thing, and I must emphasize, I don't have any feelings for you." She felt the cold wall against her back, realizing she had no escape. Kiah was cornered by her boss."You're a liar! Are you that desperate to ruin our relationship? You're so pathetic!"He yelled, and the intensity of his despise was evident in his eyes."What? am I pathetic? I will never ruin your relationship! You're the one who wrecked my life. After you make love with me you leave me behind hanging." She didn't care if anyone overheard them. She was done
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"Just shut up and go with me, no more buts," Darius said getting his hands on Hezekiah's mouth."Yucks," She murmured."Are you saying anything?" he asked while scrolling his iPad."Nothing," she said, keeping her mouth shut."I think that is Mr . Ramada's assistant, sir," Hezekiah said while pointing to the girl as they arrived at the location."I know, don't tell me," Darius coldly said, going in first."Very rude jerk," she said and clenched her fist.As they approached the entrance, they saw Mr. Ramada's assistant who guided them to the private room."This way ma'am and sir," The girl guides them."Thank you." She smiled awkwardly because her boss did not respond to the girl."Nice to see you both today," Mr. Ramada greeted, shaking hands with them."Good morning, Mr. Ramada.""Good morning, Sir," she sweetly smiled at the old man, following her boss's advice to help sway him."Please have a seat, Mr. Hedalgo and Ms. Peterson." They settled on an expensive sofa, facing the old man
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The whiskey burned as it slid down his throat, but the fire inside him blazed hotter. Hezekiah watched him with a mix of curiosity and caution, her dark eyes scanning his face for any sign of hesitation. None came. The man before her—determined, wounded, and quietly seething—was a different version of the one she’d known. “So, what’s your plan?” she asked, swirling the amber liquid in her glass. Her voice carried a mix of intrigue and concern. He leaned back in his chair and let out a long breath. “It’s not enough to argue with them. They’d just lie or make excuses. I need real proof. Once I have it, I’ll confront them. Not here, not now, but in a way they can’t escape.” Hezekiah tilted her head, curiosity piqued. “And you think exposing them will make you feel better?” He shrugged, his lips pulling into a bitter smile. “It’s not about feeling better. It’s about showing them I’m not a fool. And it’s about ensuring they face consequences.” The conversation was momentarily in
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As they walked to the building, the silence between them was almost comfortable, broken only by the distant hum of the city waking up. But Hezekiah’s mind wasn’t at ease. The night had been a rare escape, but reality was waiting to remind her of its weight. Just as they reached her building’s entrance, she turned to face him, crossing her arms. “You know this—tonight—doesn’t change the fact that you’re my boss, Darius.” He stopped, his expression shifting. “I didn’t bring you here as your boss, Hezekiah.” “But you are,” she said firmly, her voice steady but her eyes betraying the storm within. “And I’m just your secretary. Or your assistant. Whatever title suits the day.” “That’s not how I see you,” he said, his tone sharper now. “Really?” she challenged, raising an eyebrow. “Because every time you walk into that office, I’m reminded of exactly where I stand. You’re the Hedalgo heir, the one with the power, the authority, the legacy. I’m the one who makes sure your schedule
