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The next morning, Marie woke me up as early as five in the morning, informing me that I would be going to Adonis’s office. After I was done making preparations for the day, I headed downstairs for breakfast. Adonis was already seated at his usual spot, his food untouched as he spoke on a phone call. “Schedule the meeting for 9 am. I need enough time for my wife to settle in,” his gaze shifted to me when he said the last part as if wanting to see my reaction. There was a hint of pride in his tone and I wondered why. I settled into my seat and began to eat my breakfast. The silence was deafening and all that could be heard was the clanking of my cutlery on the plate. Immediately he ended the call, and I spoke. “Morning.” “Morning. Did you sleep well?” he asked, his tone devoid of any emotion as usual. “I did, thank you,” I decided to act nice and caring myself If he could be as well, “How about you?” “Fine,” was his stern reply. As he started eating, I couldn't help but watch h
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ADONIS’S POV I watched as Estelle waltzed away, her backside moving confidently like a gazelle. Her seductive scent lingered, filling my lungs. I couldn't get over the taste and feel of her skin off my mind. If I hadn't been interrupted, I might've fucked here there and then. But that wasn't going to happen until she gets on her knees for me and beg to be fucked to insanity. The conversation we had in the car brought me out of my nasty thoughts. A searing rage like nothing I had ever felt coursed through me when I’d seen the bruise on her wrist. All I could think of was snapping Eric’s neck like a twig. But then, I realized just how different we were as much as we were similar. I could never let my emotions get the best of me, and let people trapple all over all in the name of… Love. The word sounded foreign to me because all my life, the only love I let consume me had my love for my mother, and where had that gotten her… Beneath the earth, buried in her grave. My chest tigh
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ESTELLE’S POVI stood in the restroom, my breaths coming fast as I stared at my reflection in the mirror. The woman in front of me was scared, worried and angry. She was a fragile woman who had let her heart get viciously ripped out of her chest and served on a platter by the one she had loved.I couldn’t let that woman take control over me anymore. She was a liability, a weakness that could sabotage everything I had planned for. Tears welled in my eyes as I traced the place he’d touched me, where his grip had been firm.Adonis.The thought of him drove me to the edge. What did he even want from me? My submission? Was that how he derived pleasure, for treating women like sluts?‘But it’s your fault, Estelle. You asked for it. You signed the contract knowing exactly what you were getting into,’ the faint voice in my head blurted out, rubbing this whole thing in my face.“Fuck him. Fuck Adonis,” I snapped at no one in particular.A stall suddenly opened behind me, causing tension to c
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Trying to hide my embarrassment, I placed a hand on my hip and faced him. I wondered just how much of our conversation he might’ve overheard.Hopefully not all of it.“Just playing the role of the loving doting wife,” I tried to maintain my cool and composure, but my strained voice betrayed me.“Your first day here and you’re already bullying my employees,” he said calmly.“Maybe your employees shouldn’t go around threatening people,” I bit back, then unable to resist, I added, “And maybe you should stop sleeping with your workers, it’s demeaning.”His expression didn’t waver, though his eyebrows furrowed. He didn’t bother to deny my accusations, meaning I was right, and that stirred an uncomfortable sensation in my gut. Not wanting to have any more of this conversation, I excused myself and he didn't try to stop me. Just as I was almost exiting the crowd, my phone rang and my heart lit up when I saw Amelia’s name pop up on my screen.“Hey sis,” I chimed, glad to hear from her, “How
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I felt like I was losing my balance as a wave of dizziness washed over me.Had I heard correctly?He began to walk towards me, like a predator closing in on its prey. My heart raced as I struggled to breathe calmly. As he drew closer, my legs moved on their own as I stepped back until my back was pressed against the door.His imposing height and huge frame loomed over me, making me feel small and invisible to him. He had me cornered, making it clear that I wouldn't be escaping.“I’ll say it one more time,” he said in a calm tone, lowering his head until our gazes locked. His eyes darkened, and the sight of them sent shivers down my spine, “kneel.”“If this is some kind of joke, I don't find it funny,” I managed to say, my voice barely audible.Suddenly, his hand seized my jaw in a tight grip, causing me to release a shocked gasp. The pressure of his fingers pressing into my jaw sent a sharp pain coursing through me.What chilled me to the bone and made me surrender was the hardened lo
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ADONIS’S POVMy eyes remained trained on the other side of the dining table, as I waited to hear Estelle’s light footsteps as she came down for breakfast.Thirty minutes passed. She never came.I sent Marie to get Estelle down, but when she came down with a concerned look on her face, I knew she hadn’t succeeded.“She refused to listen to me, or even open her door, sir.”She was still mad at me, that I could tell. Last night was something beyond my control. Whenever I was bent on punishing, it took a lot to get myself to stop, and the way she had looked at me with those alluring eyes wasn’t helping. Inflicting pain and dominating power was my way of getting pleasure.Seeing her on her knees in front of me had raked something in my mind, and stirred something so deep and dark within me. I couldn’t stop, I was so enchanted by her in that state, and now I hurt her.She hated me for that now.But deep down, she had loved it; I could see it in her eyes. There was a way to make her punishme
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ESTELLE’S POVWatching the way this woman acted around Adonis, it was pretty obvious that they were close. She was really pretty with dark shoulder-length curly hair, wide brown eyes, and a babylike face.A wave of jealousy surged through me as I watched their interaction, my heart twisting every second of it. When she noticed me, her eyes held no judgment or intimidation, just a curious gleam.I opened my mouth, about to answer her question, but Adonis cut in.“She’s Estelle, my wife.”The woman’s eyes widened and she gasped dramatically, her gaze flicking from Adonis to me. Slowly, her shocked expression softened into an excited one.“Finally, Mr. Lonely gets a wife,” she shrieked and pulled me into a hug like we were old-time friends. When she pulled back, she said with a smile, “I’m Genna, Adonis’s cousin.”“Oh.”Relief washed over me like a waterfall. No wonder she was so free with Adonis— she was family.“You didn’t tell me you were coming,” Adonis said, shoving his hands into
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ADONIS’S POVHow had the bitch gotten in?One minute I was in the garden and the next minute, I was walking in to see her repulsive face. Rage coursed through me the moment I saw her and it took every willpower and patience to not drag her out myself.It wasn’t news that I hated Bertha. She repeatedly maltreated my mother when she had been alive, all because she had been her husband’s mistress. Getting involved with their family had been the beginning of my mother's demise.And when she was dead, Bertha had mocked her at the funeral; one I didn’t invite her to, and then proceeded to seduce me. Each second she came into my line of vision, I thought of the cruel ways I could ruin her, but that would be a waste of my time. She was ruins itself.It was clear she came here for one reason alone, to threaten Estelle. Whatever her reasons were for this marriage, it didn’t matter. She was still my wife, and I wasn't going to let anyone hurt her… no one but me.Marie was on the ground, sweepin
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We cuddled in bed, my jaw still aching and my core throbbing in satisfaction.Waking up next to Adonis was what I didn’t know I needed. But something bothered me. I feared he would ask how I got to be alone with Eric. I could lie like I always did, but this time was different. The guilt was getting harder to bear.I was a terrible person… I know that. Maybe Adonis deserved better, but I wasn't ready to let him go yet. A notification popped up on my phone and I checked and saw it was a text from Cleo.She sent me numerous links to reports about Eric. The paparazzi video had gone viral. Now people were starting to see how terrible he was. I couldn’t help but grin.“You’re awfully smiley this morning.”My heart stopped. I didn’t realize Adonis was awake. I turned off my phone and smiled at him.“Saw a funny tweet on Twitter.”His eyes swept down my face, assessing every feature. His gaze was warm and made my heart swell.“Come,” he grabbed my arm and pulled me over him until I was str
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We were back in our room soon after. Aurora had already left after she succeeded in kissing Adonis. I bet she was more than satisfied. Psycho. Adonis’s confession still hung heavy on my heart. I never thought of him being a victim of abuse.Eric’s blood on his coat had shocked me—Clearly, he had seen the video. I was scared about how the conversation would go, but deep down, I was glad to know he’d fight for me, even if it meant fighting his own brother.I sat at the edge of the bed, while he undressed, preparing to shower. I couldn't tear my eyes away from him as I watched him, admiring the way his muscles flexed as he pulled off his shirt.My throat tightened as naughty thoughts flooded my mind. His eyes met mine, and I quickly averted my gaze.“Estelle,” he said my name so softly, that it made my stomach churn with need. I looked into his brown eyes, and there was a reflection of how I felt. “Join me in the shower.”My cheeks burned.Why was I acting like a teenage virgin?I st
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ESTELLE’S POVI ran, my mind reeling from the image burned into my brain… Adonis kissing Aurora. Adonis kissing Aurora.I had been right all along. He still had an attachment to her. I shouldn't have even thought of trusting him, because this is what men do—lie to your face, make promises they can't keep, and cheat on you like you've always meant nothing to them.I knew all along, but the truth still hurt.My chest tightened as I raced down the stairs to the grand room. I didn’t know where I was headed, but I needed to get out and get out of here, as far away from him as possible.I couldn't bear to see his face, couldn't stomach hearing him call my name with the same lips he used to kiss another woman. My brain decided to torture me as our first kiss replayed in my head, and how magical the moment had been.Just as I reached the bottom of the stairs, I heard him behind her, his footsteps pounding against the floor. Instinctively I turned, locking eyes with him, and instantly regret
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On my drive back, I sent a text to Estelle, letting her know I was headed home. Her reply came almost immediately.“Almost home too.”I released a deep breath. Knowing she was safe eased the tension coiled tightly inside me. Pain shot through my jaw and I winced, the fight with Eric beginning to weigh heavy on me. The bastard had managed to land a punch… good for him.I’d let out all the rage contained in me onto him, and I had no single regret. He deserved it and so much more.As I arrived back home and walked through the doors, eyes were on me, probably wondering why I came with blood-stained clothes. As I shot back a glare at them, they would divert their gazes quickly.I needed a shower. Maybe a shower with Estelle if she’d take pity on me.The engraved image of her naked body resurfaced in my mind again, and I felt my cock harden.It was about time I fucked her. I was getting impatient to the point of losing my mind.Maria welcomed me at the entrance as I pulled off my jacket an
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ADONIS’S POV Each time a woman with dark brown hair passed by, my mind spiraled. I kept expecting to see Estelle or… Aurora. I hoped it was the former. It had been almost a day since Estelle had dropped the bombshell in my study, exposing the darkest parts of who I truly was— an obsessive mess with anger issues. She wasn’t wrong. I had molted her into the shadow of the woman I was once obsessed with, without realizing I was. But Estelle was nothing Aurora. She wasn’t a psychotic bitch who took advantage of others for her own pleasure. No… she was entirely different. A sudden frantic knock jolted me from my thoughts. Amy, my assistant rushed in, her face twisted in concern. “What is it?” I asked sternly. “Sorry to bother you, sir, but have you seen the entertainment news?” A grunt rumbled in my chest. “Since when did I give a damn about that?” “This time…” she hesitated, sliding her phone on the desk, “I think it involves you, sir.” I raised a brow, grabbing the phone. A
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I needed to get my mind off Adonis, and the best way to do so was plotting Eric’s downfall. Adonis didn’t returned to the room after our heated conversation, and I was relieved. It would be hard to breathe if he lied beside me, knowing Aurora lingered in his mind.He had loved her, even if he wouldn’t admit it. She still had a hold on him, and it bothered me so damn much.I sat at the back of the car, as Laurent; my personal chaffeur drove me to Dr Stuart’s office. Adonis hadnt come with me… he was clearly avoidong me.What a coward.I glanced at my phone resting on my thighs, rereading the text I’d sent Eric last night. Yes. I sent Eric a text.The text was more or less of a threat. I’d sent him my address so we could talk things out, or I would expose incriminating evidence that would destroy his life.My palms itched. This would be the first time we were meeting one- on -one since the divorce, and the thought of seeing him made my stomach churn. When I walked into Dr Stuart’s of
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I wasn’t unconscious for too long.The second my eyes adjusted to the surroundings, the blinding lights above me were a sign that I was still in the hospital.Amelia was the first person I saw. She was by my side, her hands on mine as I regained consciousness. I didn’t realize she wasn’t the only one until her gaze shifted to my right side. I followed.My chest warmed immediately at the sight of him.Adonis sat straight on the chair by the side of my bed, his arms crossed as he leaned back. His head was slightly tilted upward, his eyes closed. From the faint movement of his chest, I could tell he was asleep, though his brows were knotted like he was having some kind of nightmare.“He never left your side,” Amelia said. His eyes opened slightly and met mine. He had the same expression he’d had while asleep, but his brows relaxed as warmth swirled in his eyes.“Hi,” I muttered with a small smile. He leaned in, his body brushing mine as he placed a kiss on my forehead. My skin tingled
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ESTELLE’S POVIt felt like an eternity since we had been stuck in the elevator. The air around us thickened as beads of sweat trickled down my skin. I had peeled my jacket, trying to find some relief from the heat. Somehow, Hazel had managed to sleep off because my phone battery was low, so she couldn’t play games anymore. I had to end the call with Adonis a while ago, though he had been against it. While we had been on the call, it felt like he was here with me, holding my hand, trying to get me through it.But now, an emptiness hung in the air around me and Hazel, and we were all alone again in the cruel darkness.Just as I shut my eyes, a sharp screeching sound of the cables resounded through the elevator. The sound cut through the silence like a blade piercing flesh, causing my heart to lurch as terror ripped through me. Hazel suddenly jerked awake, as she trembled. Even with the darkness, I could tell the look of terror on her face.“It's going to be okay, honey,” I soothed her
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How did we end up here— trapped in an elevator that could fall at any point? “I’m scared,” Hazel whimpered, her body trembling as she clung to my chest. I soothed her by rubbing her hair.Honestly, I was scared too— Terrified out of my mind. Every muscle in my body was taut with fear.The elevator shook, a loud creaking sound reverberating off the walls as if the cables holding onto it were roaring. The sound was eerie— reminding me of the approaching doom. We had to get out of here. If the cables snapped with us in it, we wouldn't stand a chance.My heart raced as I moved carefully, trying not to jostle the elevator. Slowly, I shifted, lowering myself to the ground until my back pressed against the cold wall. I pulled Hazel closer, placing her in between my legs and wrapping my arms around her small body.“We’re going to get out of here soon, okay?” I said, not sure how we were going to get the hell out of here. It wouldn’t be long before people noticed the elevator was faulty, th
