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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
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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
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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
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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
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LUCAS' POV “You feel something for her, don't you?” He asked and I felt every muscle in me grow stiff. “What the hell are you talking about?” I spat in anger and he chuckled before pulling my hands off his collar as he paced around. “You know exactly what I'm talking about, Lucas. I've never seen you act this way with any other employee; I've never seen you act this possessive, even with Isabella. You love her, don't you?” He asked with a raised brow and I let out a scoff of disbelief. I didn't want to believe he was right. He was making no damn sense. “Shut the fuck up, Scott. Don't just jump to conclusions so easily. You know nothing, so stop acting like you know me.” I spat and he chuckled lowly before he turned to look at me. “I think you're the one that knows nothing here. You know nothing about yourself or Audrey. You're such a damn fool. What would you gain in trying to play with Audrey? You already have a fiancee, one that you'll marry soon, and yet you keep giving
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AUDREY'S POVI stared at Lucas as he helped me edit the documents that I should have finished up all day. Something in me wanted to tell him about the stalker but what was he gonna do about it? What if he doesn't believe me?“Why are you helping me? Shouldn't you be punishing me for doing my work so badly?” I mumbled softly and he glanced at me before returning his attention to the screen.“I'm not helping you. I'll simply assign you to work somewhere else. Moreover, everyone saw that you passed out earlier. If I don't help you, won't I be tagged as a bad CEO?” He replied with a nonchalant tone and I let out a sigh in exhaustion.“Thank you,” I said softly and he hummed in response as he continued to type. We sat in silence for the next few minutes, and my gaze kept returning to his face as I admired how good he looked when he was focused.“If you take a picture, I'm sure it'll last longer.” I heard him say and my face flushed in embarrassment as I turned away from him.“What are you
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AUDREY'S POV“What security guard? I didn't hire anyone to protect Aiden.”My heart stopped when I heard Claire's words and my legs immediately stopped moving as I turned around in alarm.“Then who was the man that stood outside his door? Oh no, Aiden is in trouble!” I panicked as I started to run back into the hospital only for Claire's laughter to stop me in my tracks.“Oh goodness, take a deep breath, Rey. I was just messing with you. I did hire him earlier today and his sole purpose is to be with Aiden 24/7. Relax,” She said and I collapsed on the floor as I tried to catch my breath.“Claire, I swear if I catch you, I'll rip all your hair out. How could you do that to me? I got so scared!” I said as relief washed over me and suddenly Lucas was beside me, his expression filled with worry.“Are you alright? Why are you on the floor? Where does it hurt?” He asked in a concerned tone and I could hear Claire humming in a teasing voice as he helped me up.“It's nothing… my legs suddenly
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ISABELLA'S POVLucas had left my house hours ago but I couldn't brush the sense of unease that filled me after his absence. The way he rushed out of the house made me feel that there was something amiss.The door of my room opened and Kendall stepped in with a worried expression as she came up to me with a small bag of medicine in her hands.“Are you alright? Lucas informed me that you were sick and that I should take care of you.” She said and I groaned before shaking my head in denial.“I'm not sick. I just said that so that Lucas could bring me home. I wanted him to stay with me but he still left me and returned back to work. What's so important at the damn office that he couldn't let it be to stay with me?” I complained, and she looked like she was thinking of something deeply as she sat beside me.“Everyone had left the office before I left except… Audrey. It seemed like she was sick because she was fast asleep when I left.” She explained and my eyes widened in shock as I shot ou
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(Audrey's POV)We had narrowly escaped the fortified compound, and now every step was a leap through a tube of fire and uncertainty."Audrey, stop!" Lucas's roar was one of warning and defense as we sped into a narrow service tunnel. My mind was a jumble of fear and crazy love. I couldn't get the message delivered in advance out of my head—"The final reckoning is near." Each phrase was a death anvil, telling me that Michael's threat loomed over us. We emerged into the chilly morning air. The city was shrouded in fog, the skyline faintly visible behind rolling fog. I could sense my heart pounding as we reached the waiting security vehicle. In the small interior, Lucas's eyes never left my eyes. His eyes were firm, with determination and worry.“I trust you, Lucas. But I’m scared.” My voice wavered with raw emotion. “I’m scared of losing you, of losing Aiden… of what Michael might do next.”Lucas pulled me towards him, his mouth inches from my ear. "We're together now, Audrey. I promise
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(Audrey's POV) We had narrowly escaped the fortified compound, and now every step was a leap through a tube of fire and uncertainty. "Audrey, stop!" Lucas's roar was one of warning and defense as we sped into a narrow service tunnel. My mind was a jumble of fear and crazy love. I couldn't get the message delivered in advance out of my head—"The final reckoning is near." Each phrase was a death anvil, telling me that Michael's threat loomed over us. We emerged into the chilly morning air. The city was shrouded in fog, the skyline faintly visible behind rolling fog. I could sense my heart pounding as we reached the waiting security vehicle. In the small interior, Lucas's eyes never left my eyes. His eyes were firm, with determination and worry. “I trust you, Lucas. But I’m scared.” My voice wavered with raw emotion. “I’m scared of losing you, of losing Aiden… of what Michael might do next.” Lucas pulled me towards him, his mouth inches from my ear. "We're together now, Audrey. I
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
