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The Stand In Wife's Revenge A Heavy Burden
I walked into my room and shut the doorleaving a reverberating sound in the emptyspace. My chest ached with a familiar gnawingpain and my hands felt clammy.I made an effort to ignore it and concentrate onmy tasks but the weight of everything wasbeginning to overwhelm me.With my weight, the mattress dipped under meas I sat down heavily on the bed. Even thoughthe room was dark and the walls were coveredin shadows it made no difference.It seemed as though the darkness had longsince it infiltrated my being. I stared up at theceiling while leaning back against theheadboard. It was clear to me that I should beworking, planning and doing anything thatwould help me save my fortune.Rather I simply sat there and allowed thesilence to linger while my thoughts took over.The phone buzzed on the nightstand, itspiercing ring like a knife cutting through thesilence.With a knot in my stomach I hesitated beforereaching for it. It was from the doctor. My wife'sdoctor. I got up an
Last Updated : 2025-03-20The Stand In Wife's Revenge The Unexpected Encounter
I was unable to concentrate.My wife's situation was weighing heavily on me and my mind was racing with a thousand other ideas. My ears were still ringing from the doctor's words and I felt like there was an endless list of things I needed to do to protect my future. However I was unable to stop worrying and I thought of Ava. Since I hadn't seen her in a while I thought it was time to check if she had signed the file now that she was holding it. She had to do it for me.The clock was ticking so quickly and I didn't want to glance at it. I didn't want to acknowledge the fact that with every ticking second, I was running out of time.I sighed in frustration and shut my laptop slowly, I raked my fingers through my hair and pushed myself up on my feet. My head was spinning, still a jumble of thoughts as I left my room. My feet were moving on their own motivated by the need to know where Ava was and I hardly paid attention to the hallway. Her room's door was just wide enough. I was so pr
Last Updated : 2025-03-22The Stand In Wife's Revenge A Moment of Tension
Ava stood motionless staring at me with flushed embarrassed cheeks. The suffocating silence between us was accompanied by a racing pulse. I tried to take back control of the situation by clearing my throat. Despite the tension in the room I forced myself to say I uh I just came to check if you signed the contract trying to sound informal. After giving a quick nod Ava leaned over and grabbed the contract she had set on the side table. I couldn't help but observe how the towel clung to her wet body as she moved. For a moment I stared at her butt but then I made myself turn away.I tried to ignore the unexpected wave by shoving my hands into my pockets, trying to ignore the sudden erection I was having. Her motions were smooth and elegant and it was difficult to ignore the way the towel embraced her body and accentuated her features in a way that left me gasping. I had never planned to see it but here I was unable to ignore my body's reaction. My mind briefly went blank as she handed
Last Updated : 2025-03-22The Stand In Wife's Revenge The Truth Unveiled
The water was glistening like liquid diamonds in the sunlight as I sat outside by the pool. My thoughts going far off than I could control.Then I heard footsteps coming softly.For a moment everything inside of me froze when I turned to see Ava approaching. She was really beautiful. The breeze blew across her short wavy dress which clung to her lap so tightly that it was hard to miss her silhouette.Her baby bump appeared when the wind pulled at her hair. She was so serene and vulnerable at the same time and she looked stunning."Hi." she uttered in a steady yet gentle tone. I jolted out of my thoughts."Hi" I managed to say.She smiled."Can I sit?"I gave a quick nod while maintaining my poise. "Yes, it is."She sat beside me and we both watched the water glistened in silence. Then she broke the quiet."This is a nice view." She said in a quiet almost stunned voice. I smiled but it wasn't strong enough to cover my eyes. "Yes, my wife also thought it was fantastic. She used to sit h
Last Updated : 2025-04-02The Stand In Wife's Revenge The Unspoken Truth
I kept a close eye on her as she slowly removed the contents of the envelope with trembling fingers.With every second that went by it seemed as though the weight of whatever was inside this envelope was pressing down on the room. The sight of it made Ava's face go white. Her breathing became labored and her eyes grew wide."Divorce papers."She said in a whisper as though she was having trouble believing what she was reading.The shock was like a kick to the stomach. I was surprised by this. I had no idea how to console her or what to say. Despite the fact that we had both been taken by surprise I felt sorry for her.Her brows furrowed as she absorbed the details of the papers which she read silently. She was clearly having trouble processing the words but with each line the bewilderment in her eyes grew. "A divorce Contract. They have come to an agreement. Ava Williams. (Hereinafter referred to as Wife) and Liam Harris. (Hereinafter referred to as husband)The dissolution of their ma
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I walked next to Alex, my eyes still swollen from the tears I had just shed. I had a hunch to trust him, afterall he had been so kind to me.We got to my door and I glanced up at him. "I'll give my private investigator a call as soon as I can." he said in a soothing calm voice. "We'll know Liam's identity. Well investigate this."Thankful for his resolve I nodded. I said in a whisper "Thank you Alex." "Ava, everything will work out. Discovering the truth about your divorce is one step closer to what actually transpired." He said, giving my hand a light squeeze.His words caused a tiny flicker of relief as if the burden on my chest had been lifted. Perhaps I wasn't as isolated as I believed. Perhaps there was hope after all."I'm not going to cry anymore." I told him with a feeling of resolve. "Enough cryin for me. Alex you've been a huge help to me. I mean emotionally and in other ways too."He gave a slight smile and nodded as though he comprehended. "Alright. Look after yourself Av
Last Updated : 2025-04-02The Stand In Wife's Revenge The Echo of the Past
I scurried out of bed and rushed to the bathroom. It was impossible to breathe or think clearly because of the severe nausea.I barely made it to the bathroom before I heaved my stomach emptying and a sour taste filling my mouth. In a desperate attempt to regain control of my body I braced myself against the cold porcelain as the dizziness swirled around me.After some time I flushed the toilet making a noise that was nearly too loud for the room's silence. I splashed some water on my face and looked up at the mirror to see my pale reflection.Stress and exhaustion had become her constant companions leaving my face pallid and my eyes bloodshot and exhausted. I had no idea how the pregnancy would manifest itself, the nausea, lightheadedness and unexpected flashbacks.I was unable to distinguish between what was real and what was merely a figment of my imagination as if I were living in a fog and rambling from one moment to the next. I closed my eyes as the slightest pressure as though
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I sat at the side of my bed, and the soft glow from the bedside lamp cast long shadows across the room. My hands trembled as I grasped the envelope from next to me on my bedside table—divorce papers. The very presence of them knotted my stomach.That experience stayed with me, raw and fresh, like a fresh wound. Liam's callous, matter-of-fact statement kept echoing in my mind."I'm done, Ava."I took a quick breath, trying to shake off the weight of what had transpired. But it was impossible. How had it come to pass from being inseparable to now? How had the man who had held me like I was everything to him ended up someone who had no interest in me or our son?I had a lump in my throat as I ran my fingers over the sealed envelope. Ever since he had left them in my hands, I had avoided looking at the papers, hoping against hope that by ignoring them, reality would be different. Now, however, part of me ached for answers—answers that I had been afraid to seek out before.I took a nervous
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The Stand In Wife's Revenge A Taste of Something New
The floor of the bedroom was streaked with gold as the morning light came in through the curtains. However warmth did nothing to relieve the cold burden on my chest. The agonizing relics of the nightmare continued to replay in my head. The tears of Ava. the shot. the blood.With a sharp exhale I wiped my face. My head ached and a dull lingering migraine was developing behind my eyes. The visions that wouldnt go away had robbed the sleep. Air was what I needed. After hauling myself from bed I put on a shirt and went into the hallway. I felt the mansions eerie stillness as it encircled me in silence. Too little noise was made. Until—. the slight rumbling of motion. Before I could think my feet dragged me to the kitchen. The air smelled of something savory and fresh herbs as I got closer. Softly the rhythmic sound of a knife striking a cutting board reverberated.I stopped as I rounded a corner. Standing at the kitchen counter Ava chopped tomatoes with a practiced ease her dark hair loo
The Stand In Wife's Revenge Between Two Shadows
The darkness encircled me oppressive and dense. The sheets coiled around my body like shackles and the bed beneath me felt far away but I was immobile. I was confined. A sharp sound faint at first but getting louder reverberated in my mind.Let it drip.Pour. Let it drip. I was standing in a long deserted hospital hallway when my eyes opened—inside the dream. The white sterile walls extended indefinitely on either side and the harsh fluorescent lights flickered overhead. A chill ran down my spine as the chilly air pressed against my skin. Something metallic hung beneath the familiar antiseptic smell that filled my lungs. Blood. The steady rhythmic sound of dripping water grew louder hammering at my skull. Water was absent though.Only silence was heard. Then—action. A door at the far end of the hallway creaked open. My throat tightened with breath. Fiona. She entered the gloomy light radiant and complete. Her delicate features were unaffected by illness and her dark hair fell in ge
The Stand In Wife's Revenge One Step Ahead
The sound of my phone buzzing sharply cut through the quiet of my room and vibrated against the bed. I wrapped a towel around my waist and exited the restroom steam curling behind me. I strode over to pick up the device dripping water from my hair onto my bare shoulders.A name appeared on the screen. Cole. my personal investigator. Quietly I hoped he had some good news. However I had a feeling that whatever he was going to say would be beneficial. I responded right away. "You have something tell me?"Coles tone was tinged with the satisfaction of a job well done and his voice was clear. "I have a lot more than that. I am in possession of everything." My heartbeat intensified. "Proceed." "Liam —where he goes what he does and who he hangs out with. He is constantly being watched."A slow smile pulled at my lip corner. "And?" "A penthouse is where he resides. luxurious confidential and safe. However he is not by himself. . . "A pause.I gripped the phone more tightly. “Ava?" With an
The Stand In Wife's Revenge Unwanted Longing
As soon as Alexander was gone I fell onto my bed and buried my face in my hands. My lips—God my lips still tingled from his kiss—my breath was still erratic and my heart was still pounding. I was embarrassed. However I was unable to ignore the reality at the same moment. I had given him a kiss. Furthermore I had desired it. I didnt fully understand the part of me that had yearned for a mans touch. I let him consume me and melted into him forgetting everything else for those fleeting moments.With a moan I leaned back against the headboard and pressed my fingers to my temples. Why in the world was I acting this way? I ought not to have permitted that to occur. The instant he leaned in and his lips touched mine I should have shoved him away. However I hadnt. He got what he wanted—no we both got what I had stood there and let him have.I traced the area where his mouth had been with my fingers to my lips. I could almost feel him there lingering and asserting. His hands holding me as tho
The Stand In Wife's Revenge A Dangerous Realization
I moved slowly deliberately and unsteadily down the dark hallway. My body was still burning from Avas ghost touch and my mind was still spinning. How in the hell had I become affected? I was out of control. Totally. I was always in charge of my behavior feelings and impulses. I had yelled however as soon as I saw her standing there staring at me with those wide unsure eyes.I felt like something had broken inside of me when she gasped and her lips opened just a little in shock. I then gave her a kiss. It wasnt just a kiss. I gobbled her up. I got to my door and combed my hair in frustration. Before pushing the door open and slamming it behind me my fingers balled into a fist.Though the sound reverberated throughout the room it was insufficient to block out my thoughts. With a groan I leaned against the door and closed my eyes. I had to stop thinking about her. I had to force myself to ignore the memories of how she tasted how her breath caught when I pressed harder on her lips and ho
The Stand In Wife's Revenge Lost in the Moment
Ava gasped. . I heard the faint sound hardly more than a sharp gasp for air. felt it. It shook me up and made me feel something I shouldnt have. However I continued. I had no way. My body responded before my mind could and I tightened my fingers around her waist as I drew her closer.She was so cozy and close and I could smell her scent all over me. Next with Gods help I gave her a kiss. The world outside the room vanished as soon as our lips met. Her lips parted slightly when I applied pressure and they were softer and warmer than I had anticipated.Her subtle enticing flavor spread like wildfire throughout my body. Instinctively I moved to intensify the kiss while holding her against me with my hands sliding up her back. She remained motionless. Instead she gripped me tightly as though she needed something to hold onto her fingers curling into my shirt.I lost the last bit of control I had with that little deed. I bent my head squeezing in and consuming. Before sliding inside and tw
The Stand In Wife's Revenge Unspoken Gravity
I stood outside Ava’s door my hand hovering just inches from the wood. The only source of illumination in the dim hallway came from the antique wall sconces. The fast thud of my heart was accentuated by the oppressive silence that enveloped me. I couldnt tell how long I had been standing here but my fingers wouldnt move wouldnt shut the door and wouldnt knock. I should leave. I should turn around and go back to my room. But I couldn’t. She had been harmed by me. And that guilt clung to me like a second skin. I clenched my jaw and exhaled slowly trying to steady my nerves. Apologies had never come easy for me.Owning up to my mistakes had never been my strong suit. But tonight I had crossed a line I shouldn’t have. Tonight I had made Ava feel like an intruder in a house where she had no choice but to stay. With a sharp inhale I finally forced my knuckles against the door. A soft hesitant shuffle came from the other side.Then there was no sound. I waited to see if she would pay me an
The Stand In Wife's Revenge Fractured Remorse
She was gone but the door remained open. I leaned against the cabinet and let out a sharp breath as fatigue sank into my bones. Now I felt as though the rooms silence was oppressive and pressing down on me like an intolerable weight. I closed my eyes and curled my fingers around the necklaces delicate chain feeling the cool metal bite into my palm.Oh fuck.I should not have screamed at her. I was consumed by the anger before I could control it because it had come so abruptly and with such violence. However I felt nothing but regret now that she was gone and my own voice was the only thing left resonating in my ears. I forced myself to breathe steadily and slowly while dragging a hand down my face. However the words I had hurled at her like daggers could not be undone by breathing.She loved that piece of jewelry the most. She didnt remove it at all. . Ava flinched at what I said and I could see the raw vulnerable look darkening in her eyes. Still I had persisted. I had allowed my rag
The Stand In Wife's Revenge Shattered Silence
With my heart hammering my ribs I turned abruptly. Alexanders dark unreadable face stood by the open doorway. His clenched jaw narrowed eyes and the way his hands curled into fists at his sides were all highlighted by the golden glow from the chandelier. He was like this for the first time."You didnt answer me" he said in a low menacing voice. "Whats your purpose here?" With my throat dry I swallowed. "I—I just—"The necklace on the floor caught his attention. His movements moved too quickly. He walked across the room knelt and picked up the dropped necklace in a matter of seconds. Holding it like a treasure his forearm muscles flexed as his fingers curled tightly around it. Or something that is prohibited."I didnt intend—" He yelled "You had no right" his voice cutting like a whip through the atmosphere.I recoiled. I felt regret twist inside of me. Not that I intended to pry. I didnt intend to touch something so sacred and intimate.With a whisper "Im sorry. I didnt think."He la
