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The Secretary's Spell CHAPTER 54
The pressure that this constant threat had put upon us was continually wearing away at our lives. The days were running into one another, every one a feeling of apprehension, watching, and waiting. Nathan and I had learned to live with the threat of death but could see it starting to get to us.I awoke in eerie foreboding at early morning. Nathan was already up, his silhouette outlined against the soft light filtering through the curtains. He was on the phone, speaking urgently to someone in low tones. I tried to listen to what he was saying, but his words were muffled.Nathan sensed that I was awake, so he quickly hung up the phone. His demeanor was disturbed, with a deep frown on his forehead. "Morning," he began, sounding heavier than was his norm."Morning," I replied, feeling the heavy air of his disquiet. "Uh-oh. What's wrong?"Nathan sat at the edge of the bed with his serious face on. "Well, we have new developments. Evelyn called with more information."Dread bulleted up thro
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The light in from the windows had dimmed, the curtains filtering out most of it, so that it reached into the room with a soft, easy feel. I blinked back awake, my heart thudding in my chest from a night spent fighting dreams. Shadows and whispers greeted me, dark hints at threats and uncertainty. Nathan moved beside me, one arm slung protectively over my waist. I leaned into him, into his warmth and the comforting rhythm of his breathing.I slipped out of bed as quietly as possible and headed into the kitchen to try to clear my mind and consider today. All our circumstances weighed heavily upon my shoulders, so I wanted to be prepared for whatever might come our way today.I was brewing coffee when Nathan joined me. The presence of his body was just as comforting as it had always been. He wrapped his arms around me from behind, pressing a kiss to my temple. "Good morning, Rose.""Morning," I replied, my voice soft. "I hope you slept better than I did."Nathan chuckled softly. "I think
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Morning sunlight spilled through the large windows of our penthouse, casting a warm, golden hue across the room. I lay beside Nathan, with my head on his chest, the steady beat of his heart in my ear. Yesterday's revelations had left him and me both edgy, but the tranquility of the moment lent a brief reprieve from the tension.Nathan stirred and smiled, seeing me awake. "Good morning, Rose."I looked up at him, my heart swelling with my affection for him. "Good morning, Nathan."We shared a quiet breakfast; the simplicity of the meal stood out in blunt contrast to the storm brewing outside our bubble of normalcy. I couldn't help but feel, while sitting across from him, that we teetered on the edge of something huge. The threats hanging over us seemed almost palpable, their presence a constant reminder of the precariousness in which we stood."Anything from Evelyn?" I tried to keep my tone light.Nathan's expression sobered. "Not yet. She is still working on getting a trace back on th
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The morning light streamed through the blinds and eased its way into our bedroom. I had woken to find Nathan still sleeping beside me. His regular breathing and calm infuse me with the feeling of assurance that we were together to fight all those odds.Carefully, I unraveled myself from his embrace and slipped out of bed very quietly to have a minute or two to collect my thoughts and get myself ready for the day. All that tension from yesterday was still there, so I needed to stay focused and upbeat.I went into the kitchen to prepare a simple breakfast, rehearsing in my mind what today might bring. While making the coffee and laying out the breakfast spread, it was hard not to reflect on what Nathan had promised earlier. A future devoid of threats looming over our heads at every turn seemed almost too good to be true, yet one that I so readily wanted to believe in.Nathan amblingly went into the kitchen, his hair tousled and his eyes heavy with sleep. He gave me a drowsy grin as he n
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A touch of the morning sun had already lit up the day, and it glowed through the curtains, bathing the bedroom in a thin, golden mist. Nathan lay beside me, asleep, his face soft and peaceful. The excitement of the day ahead was too much for me to lie in bed any longer; it was beyond my capacity.I slipped out from under the covers, tiptoed into the kitchen, and set about making some breakfast. That quiet of the house was soothing, and my thoughts strayed back to Nathan's dream of the estate as I worked. More than a property, this represented our future together, and the thought sent a little shiver running down my spine—a mixture of anticipation and nerves.I was setting the table when Nathan came in, freshly showered, looking energized from his dreams. He greeted me with a sleepy smile that caused fluttering in my heart. "Good morning, beautiful," he said, husky with sleep."Good morning," I returned the smile. "I made us some breakfast. I thought it might be nice to have a relaxed
The Secretary's Spell Chapter 59
The city lights outside the penthouse window twinkled, a sea of stars, across the sleek modern interior. Rebecca sat at the edge of the plush white sofa, her fingers nervously twisting in her lap. Across the broad expanse of windows, the view of the churning city below mirrored the storm brewing inside her.Nathan paced across the room, his face very serious. Lately, he'd been distant, his mind obviously preoccupied with work. Tonight, though, he had promised they would talk—something Rebecca dreaded.Nathan stopped and turned toward her. His expression softened. "Rebecca, there's something I need to tell you.Her heart skipped a beat. She had heard those words before, but there was something in the way Nathan said them that made butterflies flutter in her stomach this time. "What's wrong?" she asked, scrambling to make her voice steady.Nathan sucked in a deep breath and sat beside her. "An opportunity to expand has been given to me regarding my business. It is big, but I shall have
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Only the soft hum of jet engines and the cutting of the silence between Rebecca and Nathan as they soared together through the night sky. Cabin lighting was low and created an atmosphere the likes of which would probably be thought sterile luxury, yet it held something very personal. Rebecca looked through the small oval window, watching the scattering of city lights below fade out of view as the view was replaced with the start of an unending black void of open sky.Nathan sat beside her, sunk in thought. His usual look, so confident and carefree, was replaced by one of somberness, like the weight of the business trip was finally beginning to rest on his demeanor. The days leading to the departure were emotionally filled, and Rebecca could feel the turmoil in Nathan's usually composed exterior.She turned toward him. "Nathan, are you okay?Nathan stopped his ruminations, and his look softened as he regarded her. "I'm okay, Rebecca. I have a lot on my mind. That is, I want this to be
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The weeks following Nathan's departure were a whirlwind of activity for Rebecca. It seemed that every day blended normality with anticipation, trudging daily through her duties while counting down the days until Nathan came back home. Actually, the distance seemed to broaden their connection, making every single moment of communication special.These were the brightest moments of Rebecca's days—Nathan's calls every day. They flowed from the ordinary updates in their lives to passionate, deep discussions of their dreams and aspirations for the future. Being physically apart, their emotional bonding strengthened with each day.One evening, after another eternally long day at work, Rebecca collapsed onto her couch, her phone clutched in her hand. She had just finished the call with Nathan, and even though it was rather short, it did raise her spirits. Her phone buzzed again, and Rebecca found a text message from him: "Thinking of you. Can't wait to see you again.".A smile creased her fa
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The quite magnificent ballroom at this very lavish venue shimmered with the beautiful twinkling lights, and the very air was perfumed with heady roses in full bloom and tasteful arrangements. It writhed with energy and love, mumbling softly with murmurs of conversations and bursts of laughter. Because this was no ordinary day; this was the day that Nathan and Rose would rejoice in the commitment they had made to one another. Rose stood in front of the full-length mirror in her elegant bridal suite, her heart racing with anticipation. The reflection that was returned to her was nothing else but radiant. The word-thin wedding gown was airy, made out of delicate lace and silk, stretching across her figure in a lithe way that then fell into a soft, cascading train. Her beautiful hair had soft curls that would be pinned at the back, with a simple but breathtaking tiara to hold it in place and catch the light so beautifully. She also had a soft veil, just slightly over her face, to add tha
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The office of Sanders Enterprises was bustling with activity. If the charity gala might have turned out to be a success in many ways, the real work was only about to start. Nathan and Rose were back in their office, sifting through all the information they had gathered, determined to crack the case wide open.The only sounds in the office were the tapping on the keyboards and, once in a while, the rustling of paper. Nathan was working behind his mahogany desk, going through his notes with great care. Rose was at her desk facing him, doing her own research in her documents and emails, searching for information."Rose, take a look at this," Nathan said, breaking the silence. He handed her a folder filled with documents. "I dug up some interesting information from my conversations at the gala. It seems there might be a connection between the recent financial discrepancies and a certain group of investors."She took the folder and turned the pages. "This is big," Rose said, eyes wide. "We
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The grand ballroom of the city's most posh hotel was a glittering array of evening gowns and sharply dressed suits. The cream of the city comes out for the annual charity gala, which tonight wasn't just a social event for Nathan and Rose. They had to network, gather information from influential people who could hold the key to cracking the investigation.Nathan and Rose entered together. Both of them commanded attention. Rose was sleek in a navy blue gown, while Nathan himself looked sharp in his tailored suit and the erstwhile confidence that reflected in his stance. It was easy to tell that they were partners, and their combined charisma drew some admiring glances."You ready for this?" Nathan asked me, his eyes flicking around the room.Rose twirled the intricate necklace about her neck. "Ready as I'll ever be. We need to be strategic tonight—make the right connections and gathering useful intel without raising suspicion."Nathan nodded, his eyes thinning a little as he surveyed th
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The rain had begun pounding against his windshield as Nathan cruised around the city. Its cadence was almost soothing against the turmoil brewing inside. The lead from the previous night could possibly take them to a real turning point in their investigation, and Nathan would see it through no matter what. Added to the weight of the ongoing breach, with personal stakes now involved, this moment became critical.As he neared the address that Andrew had given him, Rose continued to creep into Nathan's mind. Her constant reassurance during the probe felt like a lighthouse in the darkness, and he could not help feeling they were very close to something of real significance. The stakes had become personal as much as professional, something he had not considered from the beginning, and Nathan felt himself more committed than ever to closing the breach and securing their future.Nathan parked in front of the nondescript building, then took a deep breath. It looked like an older building, and
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