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I gesticulated slightly, unable to voice my thoughts aloud.I wanted to ask, "Why didn't you ever show up in my life again, despite wanting to meet me all these years? Why only start now?"He seemed to understand. "I only stayed in Schansey for three years. Grandpa was transferred to another base, so I followed him elsewhere. I didn't even expect us to see each other again someday.""When did we see each other again?" I asked, confused."When you were studying at the university.""Huh?! I was at the National Academy! Were you also a graduate?""Mm-hmm."We were alumni! The National Academy was located right here in Metropolis, one of the top five universities in the country—though its fashion design program was notoriously lackluster. At the time, I had chosen the university for one reason only: Edward. He was a third-year student there.I had liked him for so long. I followed him there, and a year after I enrolled, we were in a relationship.Soren said, "I was doing my re
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It was precisely because Soren was such a promising, exceptionally brilliant young man that he had been allowed to become the leader of a weapons manufacturing company.Silence fell over us, filled with unspoken thoughts.I leaned against the railing, gazing into the night, as memories resurfaced in my mind.Regret washed over me.If we hadn't missed each other back then, at university… would things have been different now?No. Maybe not. I had been too blinded by love to truly see Edward for who he was. I didn't even know why I loved him so much.I discovered his illness when we first started dating. Any other girl with a clear sense of logic would have broken up with him right then.But I wasn't like that—I was optimistic, determined, and spirited.When I learned that our blood types were the same, I thought it must be fate. Everything seemed to tell me that we were meant to fight his illness together—a team, a couple, capable of weathering any storm.This thought made me fe
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"Was that how you learned to cook?" I asked, recalling the food he had made."Think nothing of it," Soren replied quietly.All of my questions had been answered. I felt great—upbeat.Soren noticed, too, because a smile spread across his face. "You don't still think we're being nice to you because we want your blood and organs, do you?"I blushed. "Come on, don't bring that up! Sorry.""Nah, all you needed was some explanation. I didn't say anything back then because I figured you'd forgotten about it. Besides, you were 'married' to someone else. "If we'd suddenly started being overly nice, it might have caused you more trouble than help. Your then-partner and his family could have given you grief," Soren elaborated.Aww! He was as considerate as ever."Who would have expected things to go sideways like that? Your wedding was canceled, and troubles just kept piling up. I told my family we had to help you out in a time like this. Fast forward, and here we are."I was moved beyo
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"Ha, I'm no fan of all that highfalutin commotion either!" Soleil replied, gesturing to the waitresses behind her. "Yeap, just this spot, please!"They promptly set up a coffee table and arranged desserts, dishes, and a bottle of red wine on it. Then, they placed some stools for us.She sat down and beckoned. "Come on, Taylor. You haven't had anything yet, right?"I followed her lead."You really played me, Sol. I didn't even know you were the mastermind behind much of my windfall!" I moaned jokingly."I learned to be a mysterious heroine from the very best, after all: you! Didn't you save Soren twice and disappear without telling anyone your name?"I chuckled. Well, she wasn't technically wrong…"Did you leave your brother at the hospital just to drive me home that day?" I asked between bites."Meh. He's got a driver anyway. He just had to wait for him.""What happened to him that day?""The weather was dry, and his tendency to overwork himself came back to bite him. He star
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"Your dressmaking skill is so impressive, Miss Jones! You've got a workshop, right? May I know where it is?""Miss Jones, is the commission period open? My daughter will be competing in a piano recital abroad, and I was wondering if you could make her a dress.""Miss Jones, how about a collaboration? I'm thinking about becoming your brand's authorized seller. I'd love to discuss the details with you."The ladies surrounded me, bombarding me with requests.Soren was right—I had gained a lot of new clients from high places!When I finally managed to address all of their requests and had a moment to myself, I turned and saw Sally and Edith watching me from afar.Edith was pouting in indignation, while Sally's expression was more… complicated. It was as if regret, envy, and resentment had converged in her gaze.I straightened my back and beamed at them before leaving.The party was over, and I bade Madame Kenway goodbye.Soren was there to see me off at the gate, where the Bentley
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My grandmother was just as stunned. "That was more than a decade ago! They remember that?""Did you know the man who showed up at our door was the current Kenway patriarch himself, Grandma?" I asked. "He's retired now, though.""No way! How could I possibly know? I saw his title and figured he was at least some Lieutenant General.""But he later became the General! God, these are the kind of people we wouldn't dream of marrying," my aunt exclaimed."What are you saying, Aunt Sarah? He's just trying to repay me for saving his life. He's not interested that way," I clarified, giving myself a subtle reminder as well."Shh. We can fantasize a bit when it's just between us, right?""If Taylor hadn't gotten tangled up with that Kennedy boy, just this act of heroism could have been the start of something real. But… Well, the Kennedy situation got too messy and out of hand, and now you can't even annul your civil partnership immediately…"My mood darkened. I had about a dozen days left
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I stared at Edward in disbelief. "I've never heard anyone dress up their affair in such heroic language. You made it sound like it was the greatest sacrifice humankind has ever witnessed!"Oh God. I'm not interested in whatever you choose to do with your life, but the same goes for you when it comes to mine."I told you: we are not getting back together, and we are splitting. That's the only outcome, period," I declared."I disagree. Even if you sue me in court, you won't annul our civil partnership as long as I say no," he replied firmly."Sure, maybe the first time! But they always dissolve it the second time. I'll just have to wait a few more months," I shot back.Edward was silent for a moment before he suddenly said, "Are you trying to get our divorce done quickly because you want to marry Soren?"We've been together for years, and yet I've never noticed how close you are with the Kenways. He lent you a massive sum of money, stayed at your place throughout the night, and i
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"Yeah! I've been a little busy before this, so it took me until now to finally make some progress." I set my tools down and grabbed my meter ruler. "Alright. Stand still while I take your measurements.""Now? But you've got things to do," Soleil replied."Well, everyone else in your family has already had their measurements taken.""Yes!" As I took her measurements, she started chatting excitedly.She complained about Soren working overtime before being outstation two days ago—and no one knew where exactly he had gone.Then she vented about her mom pestering her about dating, even mentioning names from their elite circle. Unfortunately, she wasn't interested in any of them.At least now I understood why I hadn't heard from Soren lately. "Tay-Tay, you should visit us at home this weekend! Distract her by chatting with her so she'll stop breathing down my neck!" Soleil suddenly said.I could only decline. "I don't think I can for a while, I'm afraid.""Busy?""No. It's becau
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I stiffened.Soren had changed. He was different from how I remembered him, and that was why he felt so unpredictable to me now.I composed myself and looked back. Silas was still asleep.I straightened my clothes and stepped outside.Soren stood on the balcony, maybe hoping the cool breeze would calm him. Bullet circled his legs, tail wagging.I approached him hesitantly. He didn't turn around. Instead, he said, "Let's get married, Taylor."I was stunned. My mind went blank.What the hell?! Just like that? He decided to throw this at me, all of a sudden?Soren turned to face my bewilderment with calmness. "This is the best arrangement moving forward.""Because of Hale?""Why else?" He smiled. "I wouldn't mind if it were for love too.""You… still love me after all these years?""Don't you?"This wasn't how we used to talk. I was struggling to adjust.Soren had once been mild-mannered, gentle, and patient. Now, every conversation felt like a quiet battle of wits, where he
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I was amused. "What do you want for compensation? It's not like we didn't have a good time back then."It took Soren raising his eyebrows for me to realize I might have sounded more suggestive than I intended."Wait, hold on. I didn't mean—""I want those good times again," Soren interrupted, his voice firm.I couldn't believe my ears. "You what?!"Did he have no sense of decency or control? It was still broad daylight! Silas was sleeping right nearby!"I said," Soren suddenly loomed closer, his gaze turning lascivious, "I want those good times again, mm."My hair stood on end. I tensed and shrank into the wall. "Soren, we are st— Mmm."I knew exactly what he meant, but before I could even finish warning him, he closed the remaining distance and pressed his lips against mine. He pulled my wrists forward, circling them around his waist.It felt like we were cuddling. I couldn't fight him—I was trapped between him and the wall.Soren's kiss started soft and curious, as though h
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"W-What are you doing?" I stammered, my voice trembling.He stayed silent, his tall, imposing figure advancing and forcing me into a corner.I couldn't retreat any further. His grip on my arm held me in place."What are you doing? Can you not grab me like that?" I tried to sound firm, though my voice betrayed me.Soren didn't respond, merely looking down at me with a near-indifferent expression. Beneath his calm demeanor, though, I sensed a flicker of anger—something unsettling in his eyes.We moved like this—me backing away, him pressing forward—until I was cornered, my back against the wall.I frowned, my heart pounding in my chest."Why did you stop? Aren't you going to back off anymore?" he finally asked, his voice dripping with an almost smug satisfaction, like a cat that had finally cornered its prey.Humiliation burned my cheeks, the sting of his teasing cutting deeper than I wanted to admit.Even a mouse would bite when cornered, and I was no meek, helpless creature.
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The atmosphere in the car grew unbearably tense. Neither of us said a word.The only sound was Silas' steady, rhythmic breathing. He looked especially peaceful, fast asleep in his father's arms.Over half an hour later, the car pulled up in front of Amanda's building.I stepped out and reached for Silas, but Soren refused. "He's really heavy. I'll carry him up for you."I instinctively pushed back. "Huh? It's alright, I can do it myself."It was still daytime, meaning Amanda was definitely at work. If Soren went upstairs, it would be just the two of us. After all, Silas was already asleep.I recalled the ambiguous moment in the car and had a gut feeling he might try something.I wasn't trying to be dramatic. I simply hadn't figured out what the future held for us yet. I didn't want my hormones to push me into a weak moment, leading to something I wasn't ready for.Unfortunately, Soren didn't care. He just walked off with Silas and headed straight for the entrance.I stared aft
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I just smiled, unsure how to respond."But it's all good now. The house feels a lot livelier." Soleil grabbed my arm and pleaded, "Please don't leave. Ren's been waiting for you all this time and won't consider anyone else."I blushed, unprepared for the conversation to take such a sharp turn.I stole a glance at Soren, who sat across from me.To my surprise, he was looking at me as well.My heart raced as our gazes met, and I quickly looked down, focusing on my food.-We had woken up early that morning, and Silas had enjoyed himself thoroughly. After lunch, he began rubbing his eyes, ready for a nap.I whispered to Soren, "He's a little tired. I think I should get him home."Soren checked his watch—it was 1:00 p.m."Alright. I'll drive you two back." With that, he rose from his seat and informed his parents.Lisbeth looked reluctant. "We've got plenty of rooms here. Why don't you two stay?"I could tell how much they wanted us to remain. In fact, they probably would've do
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Soleil dragged me along without giving me a chance to refuse.Soren stood at the door and waved when he saw me. "Grandpa's asking for you."Before I could respond, Soleil asked, "Where's my little nephew?""He's with Grandpa," Soren replied.Soleil darted inside immediately, while Soren and I followed side by side."What does he want to tell me? Did he seem angry?" I whispered."Don't worry, he's not. He loves Hale. He was thrilled when Hale called him Great-grandpa just now!"Soren's eyes sparkled as he looked at me, like something bright had fallen into them. It was a familiar expression that reminded me of how nervous I'd felt when we were madly in love.By the time we entered the room, Soleil already had Silas in her arms.Once again, the little fellow managed to charm his aunt, playing along despite not even knowing who she was. It proved once more that blood truly is thicker than water.Seeing William leaning against his bed, I walked over and greeted him respectfully.
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"Your brother's taken him to meet your grandfather," I replied."I see. Why aren't you with them?" Soleil asked."I'm worried I might anger your grandfather by being there," I admitted with an embarrassed chuckle. "After all, I kept Hale's birth a secret from you all."I grabbed Soleil's hand and asked, "Do you know what your parents think about this? Honestly, I'm really worried, but your mother seemed so friendly with me, so...""Please! What else could they think?" Soleil patted my hand and led me to a bench. "Ren worked himself to the bone while you were gone. I'm serious! Days and nights of relentless focus."She leaned in, her voice dropping to a conspiratorial tone. "Candy chased after him like a madwoman, even confessing to him in public several times. But Ren ignored her completely."He got so fed up he told her grandfather he had no feelings for her whatsoever and never would, so she should find someone else."Candy was so furious she cried her eyes out. That was the l
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I finally managed to ease all the tension that had built up.Soren walked over and asked gently, "I'm going to take Hale to meet Grandpa, so… Do you want to come along?"I looked at him, already knowing it probably wasn't a good idea.William had made it clear he didn't approve of Soren and me being together. He had someone else in mind—someone he considered more suitable to be Soren's wife. That was why I had agreed to step aside.Yet here I was, not only bringing a child into their home out of the blue but also about to present him to his great-grandfather.What would William think? He'd probably see me as manipulative, a woman who had schemed her way into their family."I don't think that's a good idea. I wouldn't want to upset your grandfather by accident," I replied softly, my thoughts clear."Alright then. I'll leave you to it.""Okay."After informing his parents, Soren carried Silas off to meet William, leaving me behind.An awkward silence settled over the room.Lis
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They teared up from the excitement of meeting their grandson, unable to stop playing with him."Look, dear! He looks exactly like Soren when he was little! Oh my God, they look so much alike!" Lisbeth's voice trembled with excitement, a stark contrast to her usual calm demeanor.Even Marlon, typically stern and commanding, had the same reaction. He stared at Silas, who was nestled in Soren's arms, for a while before nodding and saying, "You're right, but Soren seems smarter."Soren sounded displeased. "Come on, don't be so harsh on him."Lisbeth laughed, dismissing her husband's remark as she gently coaxed, "Hello, my little precious. I'm your grandmother. Would you let me hold you, please?"Silas had been meeting too many strangers since we returned to the country, so he seemed a little caught off guard.He looked at me and said, "Mama…"Lisbeth followed his gaze, her eyes landing on me. Her initial joy subtly faded.Soren seized the moment. "Mom, why don't you play with Hale
