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The warmth of Raymond’s embrace lingered on Michelle’s skin, her body still humming from the intensity of their shared moment. As exhaustion weighed heavily on her, she barely registered the way he carefully pulled the sheets over her or the way he gently brushed a stray lock of hair from her face. She felt safe. For the first time in what felt like forever, she didn’t feel like a pawn in someone else’s game. Here, in Raymond’s arms, she wasn’t the neglected daughter, the unwanted sister, or the woman caught in a whirlwind of betrayal and greed. She was simply *his* wife. And that realization was both thrilling and terrifying. The morning after, sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a golden glow across the room. Michelle stirred, stretching slightly—only to wince at the dull ache in her body. A deep blush crept onto her cheeks as last night’s events came rushing back. She turned her head slightly and found Raymond sitting at the edge of the bed, he was already dressed
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Michelle sat in stunned silence as she stared at the legal documents before her. Her hands trembled slightly as she traced the bolded name at the top of the inheritance records. **Michelle Davenport.** Not Millie. Not the golden child. Not the one their parents had paraded around as the heir to Margaret's fortune. Her Everything—the estate, the company shares, the Davenport name—had been meant to be hers all along. She had spent years believing she was worthless to her family. That she was only an afterthought, a burden they tolerated. But the truth was far worse. They had **stolen** everything from her. Her parents had rewritten the legal documents, deliberately erasing her from what was rightfully hers and handing it over to Millie. Michelle’s breath hitched as she looked up at Raymond, who was watching her closely. His expression was unreadable, but there was a fire in his gaze—an unwavering intensity that sent shivers down her spine. “This…” Michelle
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A heavy silence fell over the grand ballroom. Eyes flickered between Raymond, Michelle, and Noah, the anticipation of a drama about to unfold was thick in the air. Michelle’s heartbeat quickened. Her fingers curled into the fabric of her gown as she turned to face Noah. There was something about the smug way he looked at Raymond—like he held a weapon, ready to strike. Raymond, however, remained composed, his face was blank, unreadable. His posture was relaxed, but Michelle could feel the tension coiled beneath his calm exterior. “Noah,” Raymond said, his voice smooth yet edged with warning. “You always did enjoy putting on a show.” You know me too well , Noah smirked, taking a deliberate sip from the glass of whiskey in his hand before he continued. “And you always did enjoy keeping secrets.” Michelle’s stomach twisted. What did that mean? She wondered. Raymond’s grip on her waist tightened. He didn’t turn to her, but she could sense it—the silent reassurance in his touch, as if
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Michelle’s mind was a whirlwind of emotions. Raymond’s words echoed over and over in her head. “I want this marriage to be real. Stay with me, Michelle. For real this time." She couldn’t ignore the way her heart clenched at his confession. The sincerity in his voice, the intensity in his gaze—it felt real. But why now? Why after all this time? Her fingers trembled slightly as she pressed them against her temple. She needed to think carefully. Raymond had always been unreadable, guarded, and calculating. He was a man who never did anything without reason. So what had changed? Was this about her, or was this just another strategic move? She wondered. The logical part of her warned her to be careful. To not let herself be swept away by the idea of love when it could all be another transaction to him. But the part of her that had been slowly falling for him—the part that had felt safe in his arms, had melted beneath his touch—wanted to believe him. She wanted to trust that this tim
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Millie’s parting words lingered in the air like a thick, suffocating fog. Michelle stared at the empty space where her sister had stood minutes ago, her heart hammering hard against her ribs. *"Because soon enough, I’ll be the one sitting in your place."* A shiver ran down her spine. She had always known Millie was competitive and would go to extreme lengths to get anything she wanted, but this wasn’t just about outshining her anymore. Millie wanted to take everything from her. Her stomach twisted painfully. She turned to Raymond, expecting… something. Maybe a reaction. A sign that he was just as unsettled and bothered by Millie’s words as she was. But instead, he looked completely unfazed. He was calm, too calm for Michelle's liking. To him, it was as if Millie’s intrusion hadn’t meant anything at all. Michelle frowned. “Aren’t you even a little bit concerned?” Raymond exhaled sharply, rubbing his temples. “Millie is desperate for attention. She’ll do whatever it takes to
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Michelle gripped her phone tightly, her mind racing from the eerie call. "Raymond is hiding something from you."The voice was unfamiliar, but the implications made her start thinking about what Noah said before. What could it mean? Before she could dwell on it further, her phone vibrated again—this time with a message from Chloe. Chloe: Michelle, have you seen the news?!Michelle frowned and quickly opened her social media to check what was going on. And what she saw made her stomach churn. A trending post from an anonymous account read: Rumor has it that a certain billionaire’s ex-lover is pregnant. And let’s just say… it’s his. #Scandal #BabyOnBoard”Michelle’s blood ran cold. She didn’t need to guess who the post was referring to. Millie. Her sister had wasted no time in launching her next attack. A slew of comments flooded in, filled with speculation. — Wait, Raymond Hawthorne? No way— Is this about Millie Davenport? Wasn’t she seen with him recently?— OMG
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The morning news cycle was relentless. Every channel, every article, every social media platform was ablaze with speculation. "Did Michelle Davenport really push her sister down the stairs?""Billionaire heir caught in the middle of a family scandal!" "Millie Davenport hospitalized after shocking altercation!" Michelle sat stiffly in Raymond’s office, watching everything unfold on the large screen. Her fists clenched. She had spent her entire life letting Millie get away with everything—manipulations, lies, and constant attempts to overshadow her. But this? This was an all-time low. She had let Millie walk all over her before. She had let her steal opportunities, take things from her, twist the truth, and spread rumors. But Michelle refused to let her get away with this. Not this time. She turned to Raymond, her eyes blazing with determination. “I want the security footage,” she said firmly. Raymond arched an eyebrow, taken aback by the sudden shift in her tone. “What?” “Th
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Michelle hadn’t expected Raymond to suggest a date. Not after the media storm. Not after the chaos Millie had caused. And definitely not after Raymond had issued what could only be described as a final warning—one that even Millie, with all her reckless audacity, wouldn’t dare to ignore. Yet here she was, sitting in his sleek black sports car as they drove through the quieter parts of the city, her nerves unexpectedly jittery. “This isn’t an appearance thing, right?” she asked, side-eyeing him. “Because if we’re going to a press-heavy restaurant, I at least want time to prepare a speech about how I’m not an evil twin who pushes people down staircases.” Raymond chuckled, glancing at her briefly before returning his attention to the road. “No reporters. No staged photos. Just you and me.” Michelle narrowed her eyes. “That sounds suspiciously like a real date.” “That’s because it is.” Her heart did an involuntary flip. She should have been wary. She should have reminded h
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The next day , just after they've had breakfast and we're chatting. They suddenly heard a loud noise. Raymond turned quickly toward the noise, thinking, No, it can’t be. The elevator dinged loudly, signaling what he feared. Millie had returned. She somehow escaped from the security team and walked into the house, appearing furious. Her hair was wet and messy from the rain, her lipstick was smeared, and anger filled her eyes. She didn’t look like the composed socialite anymore. It was as if the mask she usually wore had shattered. "You think you can just toss me aside?" Millie yelled as she walked unsteadily forward. "You think it's over because your guards dragged me out?" Michelle took a careful step back. Raymond moved in front of Michelle, acting like a shield. "Get out, Millie," he said coldly. Millie’s eyes moved from Raymond to Michelle, then to Michelle’s hand resting gently on her belly. Millie stopped suddenly, her breath catching. Then she lost control. With a wild s
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Michelle gazed at the message again, feeling a chill in her fingers as the threat weighed on her mind. The words You’re next flashed ominously on the screen. Beside her, Raymond stood with one arm around her, his expression fierce and determined. They're getting bold, he remarked, his voice low and serious. Too bold. Speaking softly, Michelle said, Raymond, this isn't just about the company anymore. I know, Raymond replied, already taking action. That's why we can't just defend ourselves. We have to put an end to this. By the next morning, Raymond's office was buzzing with urgency. Mason, the Chief Financial Officer, sat across from him while the head of cybersecurity rapidly went through files and server logs. The screens showed a jumble of charts, login histories, and IP addresses, all pointing to an organized assault. We've had multiple breaches, the tech expert explained. The attackers used fake companies and disguised IPs, but we found a link. Everything traces back to Bla
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Millie's perfectly manicured fingers tapped rhythmically on the leather armrest as the car hurried through the dim streets of Manhattan. This city used to offer her everything she dreamed of, but now it only reminded her of what she'd lost—and what Michelle had taken away. Her phone buzzed beside her, but she let it be. She was done with being nice and just watching while Michelle took what should have been hers. Her call to Dante was dead serious, not just a threat. Dante Black was smart, cold, and ruthless. Known as Raymond's toughest rival. Millie had met him at a charity gala years back, when she was with someone she thought was her great love, the man she had even given up her own family name for. He was long gone now, leaving behind nothing but bitterness and the shadow of Dante’s ever-expanding empire, always lurking near Raymond's. Millie chose Dante not just because he had a score to settle, but because he despised Raymond enough to crush him without hesitation. And she lon
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The atmosphere in the room was thick and hard to breathe. Michelle stood still, her heart pounding so loudly that Millie's voice seemed distant and muffled, almost as if it were underwater. I said, Millie repeated as she stepped closer, there's something you need to know before you tell him your little secret. Raymond stepped in front of Michelle again, clearly protecting her. Millie, whatever you're trying to do, it stops now. You shouldn't be here. Millie replied, her smile unwavering, Oh, but I should. You see, this happy story you two are living? It was supposed to be mine. Michelle looked at her like she was an idiot. Didn't' you already tell us that before...? Millie turned her gaze, eyes cold. Michelle wasn't upset about what she just said. and it annoyed her. Did you really think Raymond chose you? She continued . That he just happened to fall for the sister nobody ever noticed?" Michelle winced slightly, a flicker of pain in her eyes. But Millie continued relentlessly. Ou
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Michelle found herself standing in front of the bathroom mirror the next morning. Her hands clung to the sink as she examined her reflection. Her skin appeared pale, her lips pressed together, and her once hopeful brown eyes now seemed full of doubt. She had barely gotten any sleep. Her body still felt fragile after what had happened the night before. Although the feeling of sickness had gone away, her worries remained and seemed to grow stronger. All night, she lay awake, holding her stomach and silently praying for a future she couldn’t yet see but already cared for deeply. She hadn’t told Raymond yet. Whenever she tried, the words wouldn’t come out. She hoped he would react with the same kindness and calmness he had been showing her, but she was afraid he might feel let down or worried. That fear kept her from saying anything. “Not yet,” she reassured herself. “Just a little more time.” When Michelle left the bathroom, she saw that Raymond was already dressed, standing by the
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In the days that came after, Michelle felt a new kind of warmth she had never known. She loved waking up to cozy mornings under blankets with the lingering scent of Raymond’s cologne. It was comforting to have someone who genuinely cared about her. Raymond was more loving and attentive than she had expected. Although she tried to stay calm like him, inside she felt nervous. There was a heavy secret she carried, their shared secret—she was pregnant. The word felt strange, like something she wasn’t used to. Sometimes, she would find herself placing a hand on her stomach when no one was watching, feeling both amazed and worried. Then there was Millie. Thoughts about Millie never left her mind. The fear of her sister finding out made Michelle’s stomach uneasy, and not just because of morning sickness. Millie had always been unpredictable, causing chaos. But now, she seemed more determined and sneaky, willing to use anyone to get what she wanted. Michelle felt that her sister was closer
