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Chapter 9 Sacrificial Lamb

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Alessia’s eyes flickered between Logan and the huddled figures on the sofa.

Her instinct urged her to turn around and flee, to escape the intensity of the room and the piercing gaze of Logan Wilde.

But her escape path was blocked by the imposing presence of the four burly bodyguards in the hallway.

Reluctantly, she took a deep breath and stepped into the room, her eyes meeting Logan’s.

Logan’s gaze fell upon her face, his penetrating eyes seemingly drawn to her lips.

Alessia could feel the heat rising in her cheeks as her mind involuntarily replayed the memory of their earlier kiss.

The urge to shield her lips from his intense scrutiny surged within her, but she resisted the impulse.

With newfound courage, she locked eyes with him, refusing to back down.

In that moment, Alessia’s attention was drawn to his lips—thin, yet undeniably masculine.

The lighting in the room accentuated their vivid shade, akin to the colour of ripe roses.

She tore her gaze away, feeling her cheeks burn with a mixture of embarrassment and desire.

This man had a magnetic pull on her, one she couldn’t fully comprehend.

Logan’s voice cut through the tense atmosphere, demanding her attention. ‘Come in,’ he ordered, his tone brooking no argument.

Alessia complied, stepping further into the room, her eyes darting between Logan and the other occupants.

Chief Editor Jeramy, whom she hadn’t realised would be present, stood up with a servile bow, offering a gracious invitation for Logan to join them in their karaoke session.

Alessia’s surprise mingled with a flicker of annoyance.

She had hoped to avoid any further interaction with Logan, especially in front of her colleagues.

Logan dismissed Jeramy’s invitation with a curt wave of his hand, cutting off the man’s obsequious platitudes.

Logan’s gaze settled on Alessia, his voice laced with an undercurrent of command. ‘Now, tell me, who is Lara Morris?’

Alessia’s heart skipped a beat, her mind racing to process Logan’s question.

She hadn’t expected him to inquire about Lara, the reporter who had taken credit for her work.

Her eyes darted toward the other members of the room, her colleagues who had suddenly become silent witnesses to this confrontation.

Alessia owed Lara a debt of gratitude for helping her secure a full-time position at BuzzBeat.

So she kept quiet, refusing to answer the question.

Lara Morris rose from the sofa, attempting to maintain a calm façade despite the rising tension in the room.

Her voice quivered slightly as she spoke, addressing Logan with forced confidence. ‘Mr Wilde, I am Lara Morris,’ she admitted, her eyes meeting his sharp gaze.

Logan’s eyebrow arched in a display of scepticism, his voice laced with a hint of accusation. ‘So, you’re the one who took those pictures of me with Miss Olivia Anderson,’ he stated, his words laden with a silent threat.

Lara’s body tensed, her gaze involuntarily shifting toward Alessia.

The weight of the moment hung heavy in the air, the room filled with an atmosphere of uncertainty and unspoken consequences.

Alessia found herself caught in the crossfire, unsure of what to do.

If Alessia confirmed that Lara was responsible for the photographs, it would open the door for potential legal repercussions against Lara.

Logan’s formidable legal team would undoubtedly find ways to exploit the situation, charging her with breach of privacy and other offences.

On the other hand, if Alessia denied it, it would mean exposing Lara’s deceit in front of their colleagues, tarnishing her reputation and credibility.

Apparently realising the same conundrum, Lara subtly shook her head at Alessia, a silent plea for her to remain quiet.

Alessia understood the unspoken message and held her tongue, her expression a mix of hesitation and conflict.

Taking a step closer, Logan’s imposing figure towered over Lara, his commanding presence palpable.

Lara felt herself shrinking beneath his scrutiny, unable to meet his piercing gaze.

Her hand trembled slightly, betraying the internal turmoil she fought to conceal.

She took a deep breath, her voice steady but tinged with a touch of nervousness.

‘Yes, I took those pictures,’ Lara admitted, her words barely above a whisper. ‘And I also wrote the article.’

Logan’s derisive snort reverberated through the room, his eyes narrowing with a mixture of contempt and suspicion.

He pressed further, his tone laced with authority. ‘Where did you take those pictures?’ he questioned, his voice like a razor-sharp blade slicing through the tension.

Lara bowed her head.

Her silence spoke volumes, her inability to provide a response a d*mning confession.

The weight of her deception hung heavy in the air, the truth she tried to conceal now laid bare before them all.

Logan took another step forward, closing the gap between them, his imposing height casting a shadow over Lara.

She felt the weight of his presence, the force of his personality threatening to consume her.

Struggling to regain her composure, Lara spoke slowly, her voice filled with a mix of nervousness and defiance. ‘If the article offended you, Mr Wilde, I apologise,’ she offered, her words measured. ‘But it was based on facts, not conjecture. I reported what I observed.’

Alessia watched the exchange, her heart pounding in her chest.

Logan’s voice sliced through the air like icy steel, his words laden with accusation. ‘How could your article be based on facts when you claimed I was involved with Olivia Anderson, a relationship I knew nothing about?’

Lara’s face paled, her mouth opening to offer an explanation, but Logan’s domineering presence cut her off.

He refused to allow her to speak, demanding to know who gave her the authority to write slanderous fiction about him.

Chief Editor Jeramy, sensing the imminent danger, stepped in to defend one of his most experienced and valuable reporters.

He interjected, his voice tinged with apprehension. ‘Mr Wilde, I understand your concerns, but I must clarify that the photographs were not taken by Lara.’

Alessia’s heart sank as she realised that she was about to become the sacrificial lamb in this precarious situation.

The weight of Logan’s gaze fell upon her, his eyes glinting with a mix of calculation and derision.

She braced herself for the storm that was about to unleash.

However, Logan merely sneered, his gaze shifting to his assistant, Terence.

With a silent exchange of understanding, Terence swiftly took control of the situation.

Terence addressed Jeramy with an air of authority, his voice firm and unwavering. ‘This matter is now between Mr Wilde and Miss Morris,’ Terence declared, his tone leaving no room for negotiation. ‘It’s in BuzzBeat’s best interest for you to remain silent, unless you want the consequences to be severe. The choice is yours.’

Jeramy’s expression contorted with a mix of frustration and fear.

He understood the implicit threat in Terence’s words—the potential of BuzzBeat facing severe repercussions, perhaps even shutting down if they dared to challenge Logan Wilde.

Reluctantly, Jeramy conceded, swallowing his objections and acquiescing to the power that Logan held over them all.

He fell silent, his shoulders slumping with defeat.

Seizing the moment, Logan gave a curt nod to his bodyguards, silently ordering them to take Lara away for a ‘private conversation.’

Alessia’s pulse quickened, her mind racing with the implications of this turn of events.

She couldn’t stand idly by and allow Lara to face the wrath of Logan Wilde alone.

In a sudden surge of defiance, Alessia stepped forward, her voice cutting through the tense atmosphere. ‘Hold on just a moment!’

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    The room fell into stunned silence as all eyes turned toward Alessia.Surprised by her sudden outburst, even she couldn’t believe how forcefully her words had escaped her lips.Lara’s eyes pleaded with Alessia, silently urging her not to reveal the truth about the article.But it was too late—Jeramy had already let slip that Lara wasn’t solely responsible for the article.The truth was already halfway out of the bag.Alessia couldn’t bear to watch Lara face Logan Wilde’s wrath alone or witness her suffer the consequences of their shared secret.She knew that she, too, must shoulder her part of the responsibility.Summoning her courage, Alessia’s voice rang out in defiance. ‘You have no right to take Lara away,’ she declared, her tone filled with conviction. ‘It’s against the law.’Logan’s eyes narrowed, his gaze chillingly cold as he stared down Alessia.The weight of his dominance and authority bore down upon her, but she refused to back down.Terence offered a silent prayer for the

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    As promised, twenty minutes later, Alessia trudged through the door, her weary body longing for the comfort of her two-bedroom apartment on the ninth floor.Fatigue weighed her down, yet she summoned the last reserves of energy to announce her return.‘I’m back,’ she called out.From the cramped living room, both Milo and Veronica rose from the worn-out sofa, their attention immediately drawn to Alessia’s presence.Veronica, with her characteristic sweet smile, welcomed Alessia, her genuine affection radiating like a warm embrace.Milo, on the other hand, wore his usual inscrutable poker face, his grey-blue eyes mirroring the enigmatic allure of someone Alessia couldn’t ignore.As Alessia caught sight of her son’s striking resemblance to Logan Wilde, her mind wandered into a realm of contemplation.Milo and Logan shared an undeniable connection, one that went beyond mere physical appearance; even their personalities mirrored each other.Milo preferred spending his time in the company

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    Attempting to remain composed, Alessia averted her gaze and hurriedly made her way towards the glass doors of the office.However, her path was abruptly blocked by a figure that loomed before her.Looking up, she found herself face-to-face with Jeramy Chavez.‘Alessia, Mr Wilde is waiting for you. You can go with him now,’ Jeramy declared.Confusion swirled in Alessia’s mind as she met his gaze. ‘Mr Chavez, why should I go with Mr Wilde?’‘You’ll have to ask Mr Wilde himself. He’s right behind you.’Alessia turned around, her eyes falling upon Logan’s imposing figure standing by the Land Rover.A shiver danced down her spine as she took in his commanding presence.Summoning every ounce of her will, Alessia locked eyes with Logan. ‘Mr Wilde, why should I go with you?’Logan’s expression remained impassive, his voice laced with a touch of arrogance. ‘Lara Morris told me it was you who took the photos of Olivia and me.’Alessia’s eyebrows furrowed. ‘Even if I did take those photos, they

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    Her hand now captive in his, Alessia’s heart pounded wildly in her chest.Panic-stricken, she blurted, ‘I’ll do it myself.’With a gentle tone, Logan countered, ‘You can’t see your own face.’Alessia found herself at a loss, unsure of how to proceed.Confusion clouded her thoughts, and she desperately sought to regain control of the situation.‘Don’t move,’ Logan commanded, releasing her hand momentarily before resuming his touch on her face.His fingers travelled to the corner of her mouth.A wave of anxiety washed over Alessia, her body trembling with unease.‘M-Mr Wilde…’ she stammered.Logan’s frown deepened, clearly displeased with her interruption.Alessia took a moment to collect herself. ‘Mr Wilde, thank you for the ointment. Could we just get to the point? Just tell me what you want from me.’His finger brushed against her lips, freezing in place, suspended in the charged atmosphere.The temperature inside the car soared rapidly, intensifying the moment.Nervousness gripped A

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    The dogs’ growls began to soften, their eyes curious.Alessia extended her hand cautiously, allowing them to sniff her scent.Minutes turned into what felt like an eternity as Alessia patiently interacted with the dogs, slowly earning their trust.She used gentle strokes and soothing words to convey her intentions.Eventually, the fierce facade melted away, and the dogs wagged their tails, licking Alessia’s hand.She had won them over.Logan, watching from the sidelines, couldn’t help but be impressed by Alessia’s determination and ability to connect with the animals.His frown deepened, and a sharp glint flashed across his eyes.He drew a long drag from his cigarette, exhaling slowly.His thin lips moved, and he emitted a high-pitched whistle.The dogs perked up their ears at the sound of the whistle, their attention now focused on Logan.He whistled again.The dogs glanced up at him, then hung their heads in shame, realising they’d ignored their master for almost half an hour.Aless

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    Logan’s smile grew gentler as he whispered, ‘That’s good. You have three minutes. Otherwise, I’ll be more than willing to assist you.’With that, he released his grip on her, opened the door, and exited the room, leaving Alessia to her own devices.Once Logan left the room, he leaned against the wall, his hand pressed against his bulging desire.He closed his eyes, furrowing his brows in distress.It was perplexing.Even doctors couldn’t explain what was wrong with him.He hadn’t been able to be intimate with women for almost six years.But this woman on the other side of the door had the power to stir his desires, igniting a flame that defied all reason.She didn’t even have to do anything; just a look, a single word, or even her very presence was enough to drive him mad.Logan’s distress painted his face, a mix of confusion and longing.Meanwhile, inside the changing room, Alessia contemplated the three minutes Logan had granted her.Hastily, she opened the wardrobe, revealing a col

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    Logan held her in his piercing gaze before abruptly releasing her and climbing out of the water, making his way to the changing room.Alessia hesitated to leave the pool, consumed by the fear of encountering Logan in the changing room.Paralysed by apprehension, she remained rooted in the water, unwilling to make a move.Ten minutes passed, yet Logan didn’t make an appearance.Alessia’s anxiety intensified, her eyes darting around the area.Just then, a voice echoed from a distance, breaking the tension.‘Miss Jansen, Mr Wilde has already left. I’ll escort you back to the office,’ Terence called out.Relieved, Alessia let out a sigh and nodded gratefully.‘Take your time to change,’ said Terence. ‘I’ll be waiting in the front hall.’Once Terence departed, Alessia hurriedly made her way to the changing room.Soon, Alessia arrived at the front hall, where the assistant awaited her with a smile. ‘Miss Jansen, I’ll take you back to the office now.’Alessia was surprised but grateful for h

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    Lara curled her lips into a suggestive smile. ‘But I guess every cloud has a silver lining, huh? Now that you’ve become good friends with Mr Wilde, you’ll have a solid foothold in our company.’The way she emphasised the words ‘good friends’ left Alessia in no doubt about what kind of relationship Lara thought she had with Logan.She choked on the water she had been drinking, coughing uncontrollably.Lara asked, ‘Are you okay? Sorry about that.’Alessia finally managed to catch her breath. ‘It’s fine. I just choked.’Unfazed, Lara continued with her inquiry, curiosity burning in her eyes. ‘So, Alessia, where did you go with Mr Wilde today?’‘It’s a house somewhere on the outskirts of the city, I guess,’ Alessia said, eager to end the conversation.‘And what did you do?’ Lara prodded, undeterred by Alessia’s lack of enthusiasm.Alessia hadn’t expected Lara to be so nosy.‘We had a brief chat. I apologised sincerely, and that was that.’Lara was clearly unconvinced, her gaze fixed on Al

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    Naomi stirred the simmering chicken soup, the aroma filling the kitchen with warmth.She glanced at Ralph, who was grabbing his keys.‘Ready to head to the hospital?’ he asked.‘Absolutely,’ Naomi replied, wiping her hands on her apron. ‘Hand me the thermos.’They were only allowed to visit Sirena once each day, the visit lasting no longer than half an hour.The doctor explained that the restricted visits were important to establish routine in Sirena’s life.As they prepared to leave, they heard a knock on the door.Surprised, they exchanged a puzzled glance before opening the door.Standing on their doorstep was Logan. ‘Can we talk?’Naomi and Ralph exchanged a wary look but nodded, allowing him inside.Logan took a deep breath, eyeing them both. ‘I’m sure you know why I’m here. I need Sirena to sign those divorce papers.’It had been almost three days since Sirena’s hospitalisation, and Logan had waited long enough.Naomi’s lips trembled. ‘Logan, we can’t believe you’ve moved on so

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