MasukShare
CHAPTER 78
Terakhir Diperbarui:
2025-02-04 23:16:20
Bab terkait
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 79
AUDREY'S POV “Want to have dinner with me?” “M-me?” I stuttered in surprise as I took the coupon card from him and he nodded with a childish expression on his face. He looked so adorable that I wanted to squeeze his cheeks. “I visited this super amazing restaurant and they gave me a coupon card. It says for two here. And the only person that came to my mind was you. So, would you like to have dinner with me? Let's not waste this precious coupon.” He explained and I thought about his offer for a while. Lucas wanted me to stay away from him, but he constantly flaunted his stupid love for Isabella on my face like he was toying with me. What was wrong with hanging out with a friend? “Sure, I'm in,” I replied with a smile and the expression on his face was priceless. He looked like he had just won a lottery ticket and my heart felt warm. “Let's go. I'm very sure you'll love this place. It's quiet, has a serene environment, and their food tastes so delicious!” He rambled as we headed t
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-05Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 80
AUDREY'S POV I thought my life was about to end when I felt my breath seize. I started to cough violently and Scott was by my side immediately as he handed me a glass of water to calm my nerves. “Are you alright?” He asked in concern as he gently rubbed my back and I glanced up to see the waitress glaring at me again. “I'm alright but I think it's best that we leave. The food is amazing but their staff is horrible. We should go.” I said as I picked up my bag and he helped me stand up before leading me outside. “I'll file a complaint against the waitress' behavior. She nearly killed you!” He complained as he took me to his car and I shook my head quickly with a soft laugh. “I'm not dead. And she probably meant no harm, maybe it was an allergy.” I replied as he opened his car door and I slid in before he closed it shut. He walked over to the other side and sat in the driver's seat. He turned to me with a worried expression and guilt written all over his face. “I feel really bad. A
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-06Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 81
ISABELLA'S POVAudrey was a huge thorn against my flesh and I knew that I had to get rid of her as fast as possible if I wanted to get what I wanted. She had tried to turn the tables against me with the case of the investors, and I couldn't be more grateful that Lucas wasn't as smart as I thought. He had believed me instead of her.I had underestimated her and I realized that she was right. If I wanted to get rid of her, I had to work smarter and not harder. I had to find a way to beat her at her own game.“What are we going to do about Audrey, Bella?” Kendall asked and I let out a frustrated sigh for the millionth time today.“If you ask me that question one more time, Kendall, I won't hesitate to send you out of my house. If I knew what to do, would I be pacing around like an idiot right now?” I replied in frustration and she looked hurt by my harsh words.“I'm sorry, I was just trying to help.” She replied and I ran my head through my hair in frustration.“If you really wanna help,
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-07Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 82
AUDREY'S POVMy hands trembled as I stared at the pictures displayed on my phone screen and Claire came rushing toward me when she heard my scream.“Rey, are you alright? What's the matter? Why did you scream like that?” She asked in shock and I slowly glanced up at her as my body trembled lightly.“This… how is this possible?” I asked, my voice trembling as I spoke and gave my phone to Claire. The moment she saw what was displayed on the screen, she dropped the phone in shock as she turned to me.“Does this mean…”“Someone has been stalking me… Those pictures were taken today in hidden angles! In the hospital, at work… and a few minutes ago when I stood outside the house. No wonder I felt like I was being watched earlier. What should we do, Claire? Doesn't this mean Aiden is also in trouble?” I asked in worry as I shook her shoulders in terror and she held my hands to calm me down.“Calm down. Let's sort this out logically. If you're being stalked, we need to report this to the polic
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-08Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 83
LUCAS' POV I was seething with anger. Isabella was sitting on my lap while she talked about irrelevant stuff but I wasn't interested in anything she was saying. All I could think of was Audrey leaving the company yesterday with Scott. She was always as stubborn as a mule, never listening to anything I told her. Does she find it refreshing to always defy my every word? “Babe? Are you listening to me? You look like you're zoning out.” Isabella pointed out and I let out a sigh as I rubbed my temples in annoyance. I desperately wanted to push her off me but what kind of man hates it when his fiancee is so close to him? What exactly is wrong with me? Why do I feel a certain kind of spark whenever I'm with Audrey, but not with Isabella? There was always this feeling of nostalgia, a feeling of deja vu whenever I stared into Audrey's eyes and I just couldn't place my finger on what I felt whenever she was near. It was driving me insane just to think about it. “Babe!” She called out
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-09Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 84
AUDREY'S POVI couldn't control the tears that fell down my cheeks as I left Lucas' office and ran towards the restroom. My vision blurred as I walked up to the sink and washed my face with the flowing water from the tap.I had no idea that Lucas had always seen me as a slut or a whore. It was all my fault anyway, I was the one who decided to give in to him five years ago. If I hadn't… it wouldn't have gotten so bad…I walked backward until my back hit the wall and I slid down in agony as tears streamed down my face in torrents. He has said mean things to me, but this… this was the height of it. He hit me where I was most sensitive.I suddenly heard footsteps coming, and I immediately got up and hid in one of the stalls quietly. Their voices got closer and I realized that it was Isabella and Kendall who walked in.“I just saw Audrey run out of Lucas' office. What do you think happened?” I heard Kendall say and I placed my hand over my mouth to stop myself from breathing too loud.“Wha
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-10Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 85
AUDREY'S POVMy eyes opened slowly when I felt someone pat my face gently with a wet towel. I glanced at the person to see that it was Scott and his expression was filled with worry.“Scott?” I called out, and his face immediately changed into that of relief as he helped me sit up, and I realized that we were in the ladies’ restroom.“Are you okay? How do you feel?” He asked in worry as he touched my forehead and I found myself staring at him for a while. He didn't mind sitting on the floor while taking care of me…“This is the ladies’ restroom, Scott. You could get in trouble for being here.” I said as I tried to get up and he helped me up in an instant.“I know, but only the ladies’ restroom had a towel. I had no choice. Besides, no one came in here, so it's safe.” He replied and I let out a sigh of relief as I looked around.“Come on, let's get out of here first,” I said to him as I grabbed his hand and we both walked out of the restroom to the reception.“What happened? Why did yo
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-10Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 86
LUCAS' POVI watched helplessly as Audrey left my office after I asked her to work overtime. I could see it in the way she looked at me, she was beginning to hate me. And I know that I deserved it.I shouldn't have said such cruel and vile words to her earlier. I was directly pushing her into Scott's arms, and I couldn't help the fear that took over my heart when I thought of losing her.Making her work overtime wasn't to punish her… I wanted her to stay back so that I could take care of her. And also make amends because the guilt in my heart won't let me breathe.I let out a sigh as I ran my hand through my hair and glanced at the monitor in front of me. Why was I so jealous of Scott being close to Audrey? I already have a fiancee, and we should be getting married soon, but I can't seem to phantom why something in me wants Audrey.More than my employee… I want her as something else. Something closer. I want to be the one that drives her to work and back home. I want to be the one she
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-10
Bab terbaru
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 161
Meanwhile, doors swing outward into a corridor of burning neon lights that seethe with maddened intensity.Lucas's bodyguard had captured a group of men attempting to break into the boardroom. They had masks over their faces, but there was one man with a red tie in his hand—a detail which I'd seen in Michael's reports the last two years.I felt sick. "Lucas, is that you?" I stuttered into the receiver, speaking the words out loud.I received only mumbling answers over the phone. My tears began recalling Lucas's vow to stay with me, and I vowed to myself only that I would fulfill the vow to the very core of my soul. Soft knocking on the door of the safe room persisted. My throat had been grabbed and I pushed my ear into the door, pushed the door. "Who is that?" I shrieked, trembling.Low murmuring, soft breathing, "Audrey, I'm here. Open it."I was shocked and didn't want to open it for her. The voice was soothing, yet it wasn't anyone special—I didn't know who it was. My phone beeped
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 160
Audrey's POVI sat on the railing of our penthouse balcony as the city awakened askew under the wan, uncertain dawn. The sharp morning air did little to placate the storm raging within. Lucas had been so firm last night, so firm that he would shield us. Even now, I could not shake the disquieting fear that Michael's promises were far from over with us. I gripped my phone hard, reliving that anonymous text:"The truth is still hidden. Prepare for what comes next."It resonated within my mind like a curse. I could not help but wonder if it signaled another turn, another betrayal lurking just around the bend.Inside, Lucas walked into the room. His footsteps were measured, every sound sharp in the quiet stillness."They inform us that someone was seen outside the hotel last night—someone with a black hoodie. And now we receive new warnings from the estate."I shivered down my spine. "Do you think Michael's men have come back?"Lucas shifted his head slowly. "I don't know, but we must pre
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 159
Audrey's POVI sat quietly in our penthouse as the aftershocks of the boardroom battle slowly faded from my mind. The adrenaline high was gone, but my heart thudded angrily against the walls of my chest. The phrases Lucas uttered during the meeting still lingered in my mind, every sentence a mix of pain and protest. I could not shake the threat of Michael as well as the uncertain future that lay in wait for me.I gazed out the window at city lights burning below like false promises. The silence was heavy with my own hope and fear. I didn't know if our love, hard-won, could even shield us from the forces of darkness on the horizon.Lucas entered the room quietly. He sat with me on the old creaky sofa, his hand extended for mine. I felt his heat, comfortable and strong, and all was right in the world for that moment. But that moment was like glass.Audrey, he started, his voice barely above a whisper, "I couldn't help but wonder what Michael had said. I think he's got other ideas for us
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 158
Audrey's POVThe sun was up in the sky, but its light was miles away from me. My heartpounding as I remained there in the quiet of our bedroom, still warm from last night on my body. Lucas slept beside me, his even breathing a reminder of how much I longed for peace. But as I looked at him, doubt consumed me. I stood up quietly, not to disturb him, and moved towards the window. The ocean sparkled below me, endless and merciless. I looked around warily—someone was there. Within seconds, my world was turned right-side up. Lucas stood before me to take another step, his eyes taut with urgency. "Audrey, we must leave—now!" he commanded, his voice firm and gentle simultaneously.Guards let out low commands of warning as security cameras tracked our every step. I could sense a tempest building—a tempest that would tear all we'd built apart.In the car outside, Lucas's grip on my hand was tight, knuckles white. "Something has happened," he breathed rapidly. "The board… they're having an eme
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 157
Audrey's POVThe soft roll of the ocean was ringing in my head as I sat with Lucas on scorched sand. Blazing kisses and blazing vows had set the night ablaze, but now there was some unhappiness within me that churned a storm within, thudding my heart with an arrhythmic beat.Lucas had his arm across my shoulders and looked up at the moon that hovered above a sea that withdrew from it."Sometimes I think we can really leave it all behind," I told myself more than anything else. A tug in the heart—a mixture of hope and fear—warned me the peace was only temporary.I barely got the next word out before my cell phone rang in my hand. I answered it in hope. On the screen, a new message from an unknown number:"You can hide in love, but secrets always come to the surface."My gut roiled over, and I looked up as Lucas's eyes began filling with fear. "What did it say?" he snarled, his voice harsh but uncertain.I wrapped my hand around the paper into a fist, breathing nearly silently. "It says
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 156
Audrey’s POVSea salt surrounded me as I walked along the beach of the private island, my feet sunk in the warm golden sand. Blue waves caressed softly, like the kiss of a lover. Everything was so calm, so like a dream—a false guarantee of the next storm. Lucas? Not even close to being calm. He was a couple of feet off, looking at me with that infuriatingly smug grin, his top half-shirt open, the golden sheen of the setting sun on his chiseled chest. He had something concealed behind his back."What are you hiding?”"So impatient. Aren't surprises supposed to be fun?I folded my arms. "Not if you're the one who does the surprising." Lucas flashed a smile and moved in on me, gradual and deliberate, the type of pace that got my heart skipping a beat faster. "You hurt me, Audrey. Suppose I told you it was a gift? Something that I specifically picked out just for you?"My gaze flew down to his hands, but he quickly moved to fold them behind his back again. "Lucas," I cautioned."Oh, you c
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 155
Audrey's POVLucas didn't move. Because he knew. I stepped forward carefully. "Yes, I do." I took another step forward. "What do you want, Isabella?" She laughed. I breathed in. She was furious, out-of-rhythm. One misstep, and this would end in blood.Lucas stepped forward with me. "Isabella, listen— She shoved the gun into Lucas. Her face twisted in rage. "Say it." He looked at her. "I never loved you." A scream was torn from her body. "You liar." And she turned on me. I had no chance to defend myself before she fired. Bang. Lucas caught me before I hit the ground. "Audrey!" His voice frantic, his hands on my wound.Isabella smiled. "See? Now we're even." And then, before anyone could stand up and take her— She put the gun to her head. Lucas strained. "No—" Bang. Her body crumpled to the ground. Silence. The world ended. I felt the thudding of my own heartbeat, racing. Lucas was trembling, with me in his arms. Then there were voices. Guards rushing in. Somebody called for an ambula
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 154
Audrey's POVIt was to be a calm night.But calm was something we still needed to learn.Lucas had me wrapped around him, hugging me, as we lay on the bed, his arm wrapped around my waist to stop me from squirming. His body heat was not intended to soothe me, but the grip in my chest would not ease up. Something was amiss.I was in bed, staring up at the ceiling with my mind elsewhere. I couldn't sleep with her face in front of me, her own face contorted in anger. We might have been physically out of the room or not, but we weren't finished with her section yet.And desperate people, if there was one thing that I had learned so far, weren't to be underestimated. Lucas rolled onto his side next to me, his gentle kiss following the line of my shoulder."I cannot sleep. My mind will not rest."His eyes grew softer. "Tell me." I hesitated. "What if she comes back? What if she has something much worse planned?"Lucas drew in a breath, pushing back my hair with his fingers. "She won't hurt
Faking Love, Making War: The CEO’s Dirty Secrets CHAPTER 153
Audrey's POV I trembled in fear as Lucas's words hit me. "Isabella." I knew she would never let us be. That woman was never bad, but now? Now, she had crossed a line that I wasn't sure she could ever turn back from. I grasped the sheets, struggling for breath. "She was scheming with him? The hoodie guy?" Lucas brushed his hand through his hair, his teeth clenched. "Security cameras filmed her entering the hotel with me. They were careful, but not careful enough." Anger and fear fought for dominance within me. Isabella had already done as much as she was capable of ruining me—to accuse me, shame me, try to destroy me. Now she's involved with my son. That was unacceptable. Lucas's eyes grew darker as if he could see directly into my mind. Not you, not Aiden.” His fists tensed in my arms. "You won't have to.". Lucas Kent was done playing games. I shut the TV down quietly. Aiden had padded into the doorway, in pajamas, and scrubbed at his eyes. "Mommy?" I scooped him up and hel
