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The Unexpected Proposal A Shocking Offer
CHAPTER 39: A SHOCKING OFFERDimly illuminated, the restaurant hums with soft conversations and far-off clinking of glasses. Every muscle in Elizabeth's body is coiled tight as she sits across from Alex, hands folded in her lap. Though she doesn't believe in him, she is present. He desired this meeting and insisted on it. Against her better judgment, curiosity prevailed. Instead of enemies on the edge of war, Alex reclines and throws an arm across the booth like old friends catching up. His confidence is more substantial, and his fitted suit is crisp. He continues, "I have an offer for you," after carefully placing the glass down, he sips his whisky. Elizabeth's eyes get smaller. "I don't work for you, Alex." He laughs quietly and knowingly. "Not yet." He observes her response with silent enjoyment as he slides a thin packet over the table. "That," he continues, putting a finger on the cover, "is a contract that will make you more powerful than you have ever hoped." Elizabeth hesit
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-01The Unexpected Proposal Elizabeth’s Bold Move
CHAPTER 40: ELIZABETH’S BOLD MOVEThe brightness of Elizabeth's laptop screen casts stark shadows on her determined traits. Her fingers fly across the keyboard, attaching the final batch of papers, emails, wire transfers, and signed agreements. Exhibition. Undeniable proof.She exhales and hovers over the send key. Press once to wipe down Alex's empire. One press guarantees no return.Her heart quickens with each click.The exposé goes live.Feeding the media begins in hours. News outlets report on it, and social media goes wild. Across screens, headlines scream, "CORRUPTION AT THE HIGHEST LEVELS: ALEXANDER CARTER'S BUSINESS WEB UNRAVELS."Calls keep coming into Alex's palatial office across town. Breathless and frantic, his assistant hurries in.You must witness this, she continues, shoving a tablet into his hands.His eyes scan the screen. His face pales.Hissing under his breath, he enquires, "What have you done?"Simeon's legal team works silently, the weight of the time pressin
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-01The Unexpected Proposal The Slow Burn
Chapter 41: The Slow BurnApart from the slight hum of the city outside, the flat is quiet. With his back to Elizabeth, Simeon stands by the window gazing out at the horizon. The air between them is dense with unspoken words neither of them dare utter.Sitting on the edge of the couch, arms wrapped around herself, she seems to be struggling to hold together the fragments of her heart. Though she doesn't come closer, her eyes stay on him.Simeon's stance is stiff, as though he were trying to maintain some emotional distance. However, Elizabeth is aware of the tension. Even without touching him, Elizabeth can sense the tension crackling in the space between them.She is aware that he also experiences it.The suffering.That's what I want.But now there is something bigger in the air— something darker.They both understand it.Neither of them knows how to cross the gap between them, which seems like an ocean.Finally, he says, "I didn't mean to hurt you," in a quiet, almost hesitant voic
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-07The Unexpected Proposal A Dangerous Game
Chapter 42: A Dangerous GameDespite the bustling atmosphere of the café, Elizabeth senses tension throughout the room. As Alex comes closer with a confident grin on his lips, Elizabeth grips the handle of her coffee cup.Though nothing has changed, she hasn't seen him in weeks. Even in this busy, normal location, his presence nonetheless draws notice.Alex responds, his voice silky and even sarcastic, "Glad you could come."Without waiting for an invitation, he sits down and pulls out the chair opposite her. His eyes shine with the same pride she recalls so vividly.Steadying herself, Elizabeth sips her coffee slowly.She's had enough of his antics.This meeting aims to terminate his threats definitively, not to foster reconciliation.Elizabeth, her voice low but firm, replies, "I'm not here to discuss us." My purpose here is to clarify something for you. Your game finishes now, whatever it may be.Leaning back in his chair, Alex chuckles quietly. "You believe you have triumphed?" Sw
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-07The Unexpected Proposal Lines Crossed
Chapter 43: Lines CrossedStaring at the screen, Simeon grips the edge of his phone tighter. His jaw is so tightly gripped that it seems about to crack. Still fresh in the headlines, the scandalous pictures of Elizabeth created by Alex hang over him like a smothering fog. His first impulse is to kill Alex, but he realises that violence won't solve the problem. He has to deliver a message, one that will stick with Alex forever.The idea strikes him swiftly and intensely, akin to a sudden burst of energy. He quickly messages his PR team, instructing them to reveal Alex's personal scandals to the media. All the things Alex had been concealing behind the cover of charm and riches: a network of affairs, dubious business transactions, and a years-long trail of deception.Simeon reclines in his chair, eyes narrowing, as the news breaks. One by one, he sees the headlines flash across the screen. The sensational tales about Alex's personal life, about the falsehoods and betrayals he's been con
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-07The Unexpected Proposal Between Love & Fear
Chapter 44:Between Love &FearStaring into the night, Elizabeth stands at the balcony's edge. Beneath her, the city sprawls, its lights sparkling like a thousand far-away stars. Still, it all counts for nothing. Not the quiet hum of traffic below, not the sparkling skyline. Far away, her thoughts are shrouded in a maelstrom of her invention. She cannot shake the impression that she is on the brink of something beyond her control.Simeon's presence hangs around her, creating a thick hush between them. He's been waiting for her to come to him, to close the gap that is beginning to separate them. But she appears unable to push herself ahead.The idea of what might happen if she lets herself fall for him—if she gives in totally—makes her chest tight. She has already experienced the burden of his world, secrets, and wants. The further she travels, the more she risks losing herself. She is unsure whether she can manage such love. It's exhausting, too much, and it can leave her empty.The do
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-07The Unexpected Proposal Surrendering to Love
Chapter 45: Surrendering to Love As Elizabeth walks outside, the night is heavy with the scent of rain. The streets glimmer under the glow of streetlights, reflecting the dampened world around her; the air is chilly and crisp. Walking with her coat wrapped tightly around her, she creates visible clouds. She's been considering everything, the decisions, the worries, especially Simeon.A conflict between wanting to run and needing to stay fills her thoughts with a tornado of emotions. The weight of her hesitation crashing down like the gloomy clouds hanging above had never made her heart so heavy.She doesn't understand why she's out here or walking toward him—toward the one guy who can make her feel alive and afraid all at once.Then she spots him.Under the faint light of a nearby streetlamp, Simeon stands with his figure cut out against the darker sky and the rain pouring in sheets all about him. Standing motionless, his black coat clings to him, and his gaze is lost somewhere far a
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-04-07The Unexpected Proposal Alex’s Final Play Begins
CHAPTER 46: Alex’s Final Play Begins Resting in his leather chair, Alex lets the subtle glow of his desk lamp throw shadows all over the space. His mood is thick, burdened with the weight of his ideas. His eyes scan the file before him while his fingers tap against the table edge. It's crammed with specifics—too many for Elizabeth. Every second of her life was carefully recorded, every flaw revealed.Flipping over the pages of the large file, the paper crackles under his fingers. Reading, his lips twist into a devious grin; every line feeds his desire for power. He knows her better than she does. She has always been a riddle; now he has the solutions. Every mistake move she has ever made, every decision she has regretted—it is all here, set out in front of him like a weapon he is just waiting to use.He sees something, and his eyes narrow. A slight hint of a secret she had fought to suppress. Some private matter. Something that would shatter her should the world ever learn. He smiles
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The Unexpected Proposal True Beginning
CHAPTER 60: The True Beginning Its soft hum mingles with the repetitive wave slap against its hull, and the boat slices through the blue waters. Elizabeth inhales the salty air and feels the warm sun stroke her skin. Beside her, Simeon casts a shadow with his big shoulders to protect her from the midday heat. As intense and unrelenting as the boat under them, his presence is reassuring.A sanctuary of unspoiled beauty, the island looms ahead with white sandy beaches bordered by lofty palm trees. There are no distractions here, no reminders of the world they departed behind. Alone on the great expanse of the ocean, just the two of them beginning a new chapter.Elizabeth's hand slides into Simeon's as they near the shore. The boat slows, and the sand gently laps at the water. Looking down at her, his black eyes mirror the tranquillity of the landscape.His look today is warm and intimate, sometimes obscured by the turmoil of their history. They are free now."Are you ready?" he enquire
The Unexpected Proposal Wedding at Last
CHAPTER 59: The Wedding at Last Her eyes wander to the man behind her. Simeon is Strong, solid, and always there, but today... today... he is still reflecting on her anxiety. He approaches her carefully; his footfalls faint on the floor as he gently rests a hand on her shoulder.Elizabeth whispers, "Simeon, this is happening." Staring at the reflection of the two of them in the glass, she raises the dress and pushes it closer to her body, her fingers shaking. At last, we are here.Leaning in, Simeon's breath warms against her ear, softening his look. I told you I'd make it accurate. I am present now. You are present. Though his voice is constant, its subtle intensity says a lot.The moment's finality affects her heart. All the trials they have undergone, the betrayals, the adversaries vanquished, have brought them here, one wedding, a fresh chapter. Yet under the thrill, Elizabeth experiences a twinge of uncertainty, a nagging feeling that something is lacking. She locks it behind a
The Unexpected Proposal Last Stand
CHAPTER 58: The Last Stand They can no longer run. This is the moment they struggle for all they nearly had, all they have lost.Reaching for Elizabeth's hand, Simeon gently and steadily grounds her, stroking his fingers over hers. Quick and unyielding, she can feel his pulse matching hers. His touch promises that we are in this together.He continues, quiet but confident, "We're going back." His brow creases in resolve, his jaw firm. There is no more concealing.Her heart pounding, Elizabeth looks up at him. The church, where it all started, where they had vowed to each other forever, is now the battleground for their future. She understands what this entails. Returning to the church and entering the lion's den isn't only about love. It's about getting back all the world has sought to steal from them.Stepping outside, the night air cools, and the burden of their choice hangs heavy. Though they understand the dangers, there is no turning back. The streets are strangely quiet, as t
The Unexpected Proposal Enemy Revealed
CHAPTER 57: The Enemy Revealed Simeon and Elizabeth face their adversary's towering presence. The event's gravity crackles with tension in the air like an electric charge. Though her hold on Simeon steadies her, Elizabeth's heart races in her chest. Her mind races: who could have planned everything?The enemy scoffs, his wicked eye gleaming, causing Elizabeth's stomach to turn. A tall, slim man with a confidence bordering on arrogance, his sharp suit hardly creases as he moves forward. He radiates strength, a strength that is both private and risky.The man sneers at Simeon, his voice silky yet sharp, "You're out of your depth." You don't know who you're fighting against. He pauses, allowing the words to linger between them before saying, "The worst is yet to come."Simeon's jaw tightens. 'The worst' strengthens his determination. He grumbles beneath his breath, "We'll see about that." His eyes fix on the foe, the rage in them obvious.Elizabeth observes Simeon, the man she believed
The Unexpected Proposal Wedding Day Begins
CHAPTER 56: The Wedding Day Begins The early light, softly filtering through the drapes, casts a golden glow. Elizabeth stands before the mirror, breath caught in her throat. Delicate and complex, the dress clings to her body strangely yet soothingly. Though it's a sign of her change, a fresh chapter in her life, the burden of what it stands for is difficult to ignore.As she raises her hand to touch the fragile lace at the neckline, the dress's silky fabric brushes against her skin. Every action seems intentional, almost too slow as the expectation rises. Outside, the day's hustle and bustle plays out.Wedding guests are coming, last-minute décor touches are being applied, and Elizabeth stays planted, her head spinning with the magnitude of what is about to occur.Her mirror image seemed nearly foreign. Standing at the edge of eternity, this woman seems different from the one who entered Simeon's life several months before. She is still uncertain but stronger now. A fantasy she fer
The Unexpected Proposal The Wedding Day
Chapter 55: The Wedding DayAnticipation hangs thick in the air. Though the morning of Elizabeth and Simeon's wedding breaks bright and clear, tension permeates every area of the magnificent venue. It's a strange type of quiet before a storm when everything seems great, but you can't help but think something is about to go wrong.Standing by her dressing room window, Elizabeth observes the guests trickling in, laughing and conversing, almost reaching her ears. Though her heart races faster every second, she observes the flowers being arranged, the cars pulling up, and the last touches being applied. Something seems off.For the tenth time, she smooths down her wedding dress. The lace clinging to her curves, the fabric soft and delicate under her fingers, fits precisely. But the outfit seems unusual, odd, and out of place, as if it doesn't fit this time.Imagining herself walking down that aisle causes her breath to catch. Thinking about the vows, the promises they have made, and the r
The Unexpected Proposal Wedding Crisis
Chapter: 54 The Wedding Crisis The enthusiastic wedding planners and friends are filling the air with enthusiastic conversation, and the rehearsal is in full swing. Every thread of lace reminds Elizabeth, standing near the altar, of how far she and Simeon have gone as she adjusts her dress.Though the mood is heated, as if everything is about to change, the setting is lovely—flowers in full bloom, the golden tones of the chandeliers gently illuminating the space.Simeon walks beside her, his hand soft yet deliberate, brushing a lock of hair off her face. His voice is a constant anchor in the chaos of preparations; he tells her, "Everything's going to be perfect."The door opens suddenly, starting them both as they discuss the last details. A tall figure—a guy older, with an air of familiarity that sends a cold shudder down Elizabeth's spine—steps inside the doorway, and the room goes quiet. Though he is dressed smartly, and his presence demands attention, what disturbs her is the fri
The Unexpected Proposal Wedding Plans
Chapter: 53 The Wedding Plans Planning starts like a fantasy. Sitting at a little café, Elizabeth and Simeon talk about the wedding, their fingers interlaced. The sky is clear, and the sun has a gentle golden tone. Ideas rush, wild and uninhibited, the ceremony on a cliffside, the flowers bursting in every conceivable color, the attire as simple as it is magnificent. Every aspect of the guest list, who will sit on velvet pillows, is meant to show their affection.Yet under the thrill, a quiet dread simmers. The risks and danger constantly loom in the background, never letting them enjoy their moment. The idea of their foes still observing, waiting for a time to attack, keeps coming into their heads. Simeon sees the change in her demeanor and the frightened flash in her eyes.Though he is battling the same internal struggle, Simeon tightens his hold on her hand to comfort her. "El abeth, we'll have our day," he adds, his voice calm yet resolute. It will be ours." No one can rob us of
The Unexpected Proposal The Final Decision
Chapter:52 The Final Decision The silence in the room is almost palpable, stifling, as if the weight of the world is pushing down on them. Elizabeth rests next to Simeon, her head tucked against his chest, the constant beat of his heart, a soothing cadence under her ear. The world outside is peaceful, and stillness is only found when all is on the verge of change. City lights' soft glow flows through the window, creating long shadows across the room.Once so unclear, their future lies before them like an uncharted map ready to be explored. Yet in this quiet, Elizabeth has a growing dread of the unknown that no degree of assurance or love can completely erase. Though the path forward is still uncertain, they have come a long way and battled through much.Her fingertips run over the outline of his shirt. She lets a gentle breath, and her mind is in a knot. She feels as though she is peering down into an abyss from the edge of a cliff. Beyond this now, what is there? What remains to be
