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120: I Promise
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Will You Marry Me? 121: With You By My Side
Ruby's heart pounded so loudly that she feared even the walls could hear it. Camila moved ahead of her, the gun in her hand steady, her eyes sharp and unwavering. They slipped through the dimly lit hallways, every step measured and deliberate. Shadows moved along the walls as Hector’s men continued their search, their voices low and threatening. The house was a labyrinth, each corridor a trap. Ruby's hands shook as she clung to Camila’s shirt, her mind a chaotic swirl of prayers and fears. She could barely breathe, every gasp stifled as they ducked behind furniture, pressed against cold walls, and edged past open doorways. Her fear for Camila grew with every step. She knew Hector—his cruelty, his ruthlessness. If he caught them, he would make sure Camila paid for this intrusion. Ruby had seen the blood on his hand earlier, the evidence that Camila had wounded him. The realization that her friend had actually shot Hector filled her with equal parts hope and terror. There were so
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-24Will You Marry Me? 122: Go To Hell!
Camila panted for breath as she sprinted through the corridors of Hector Morales' sprawling compound. The gun in her hand felt like an extension of her arm... heavy, cold, and ready. Shadows danced along the stone walls, and every corner held the promise of danger. She needed to buy enough time for her friend to escape, no matter the cost. Her mind raced with the image of Ruby, the terrified girl she had found in that filthy room. The wide, haunted eyes of her best friend had spoken volumes, and Camila knew she couldn’t leave without her. She had told Ruby to run, giving her directions to the gate. In a desperate bid for help, Camila managed to pull out her phone while still running. She dialed Antonio’s number, praying he would answer quickly. As soon as she heard his voice, she blurted out, “Listen, Antonio, I've found my best friend, Ruby. I'm at Hector's place. The information you gave me checked out. Antonio, you need to send backup as soon as possible.” “Where did you say
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-25Will You Marry Me? 123: The Count Of Three
As Monroe hurried out of the room, Tara went into the bathroom and wet her hair. Meanwhile, Ruby remained in the same spot, listening to the shower rushing. Ruby’s mind whirred, each thought sharp and urgent. Tara’s plan had unfolded like a slow, venomous whisper. Betrayal, murder, and fire—each word etched a clearer picture of the danger she was in. She couldn’t let herself become a casualty of someone else’s scheme. Even if Hector deserved every bit of the hell coming his way, why did she have to die with him? Why did Camila have to pay the price too? Earlier, Hector had taunted her, dangling a cruel promise that she would die alongside Gray. She couldn’t let that be her fate. The only way out was to run. Ruby’s knuckles turned white as she gripped the edge of the bed frame. She had to move. After a while, the door creaked open, and Tara bolted out of the room, her wet hair plastered against her cheeks, playing the part of the oblivious sister. Ruby waited, every second stre
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-25Will You Marry Me? 124: The Devil’s Bargain
Ruby clung to Camila, her tears wetting the shoulder of her friend's dirt-streaked top. Her sobs echoed through the dimly lit room, a harsh contrast to the silence of the room. The only response came from Hector, his slow, deliberate clapping breaking through the grief-stricken embrace. “Wow, such a touching display of love, loyalty, and friendship,” Hector said, his voice dripping with mock admiration. His lips curled into a smirk, a predator savoring the distress of his prey. He turned to his men, all of whom stood at attention with expressions as blank as a fresh grave. “Aren't you guys impressed?” They nodded in unison, puppets on Hector’s strings. Their eyes remained cold, devoid of the humanity that Ruby had always believed resided in every person. But these weren’t men; they were shadows—extensions of Hector’s cruelty. Ruby’s wide eyes darted from face to face, searching for a glimmer of sympathy, but found none. Her gaze landed on Tara and Monroe, standing off to the s
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-26Will You Marry Me? 125: The Price Of Loyalty
“Please, please,” Ruby kept on crying, her voice desperate. “Please, I’m begging you. She just wanted to save me because we are like sisters. Please, do not hurt her.” Camila, still kneeling across the room, became silent. Her head hung low, a few strands of hair obscuring her face. The men surrounding her stood still, their eyes shifting between Ruby and Hector as if watching a game unfold. Hector allowed Ruby's pleas to fill the room. His fingers drummed lazily against his pants, a counterpoint to Ruby’s frantic sobs. He raised a hand, and the men holding Camila at the door nodded, their grips loosening just enough to keep her upright but not free. “Hold on,” Hector said, his voice a cold whisper that silenced the room. He studied Ruby, his head tilted as if she were an insect pinned under glass. “Are you truly ready to be my dog?” “Yes,” Ruby choked out. “I swear. I’ll do anything. Anything you want.” Hector straightened, his lips pulling into a slow, serpentine smile. “I
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-26Will You Marry Me? 126: The Truth
After chopping off Don Gray’s hand from his wrist, Ruby staggered backward, the weight of the axe slipping from her trembling hands. The metallic clang of the blade against the concrete floor echoed in the room. Blood splattered her face, neck, and hands, its warmth turning cold against her skin. Her stomach churned, and she felt a wave of nausea rising, but she swallowed it down, focusing on the only thing that mattered—Camila. Her body shivered uncontrollably as she moved toward her friend. Each step felt heavier, as if the blood on her skin had turned to chains, binding her to the horror she had just committed. Camila, who knew all too well how much Ruby despised the sight of blood, immediately rose from where she had been kneeling. “Ruby...” Camila whispered, her voice filled with concern. She hurried forward, steadying Ruby with gentle hands. Without hesitation, she turned Ruby around and tore off a strip of her T-shirt. The fabric ripped cleanly, and Camila began wiping the
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-27Will You Marry Me? 127: Four
Camila drew in a shaky breath, the gravity of what she was about to say pressing down on her. She glanced at Ruby, whose eyes were red and swollen, her body exhausted from the earlier ordeal. But before Camila could speak, the door swung open, and Hector walked in, his presence filling the room with an oppressive weight. He moved with a quiet menace, his sharp eyes sweeping over them before he returned to his collection of sharp tools. His fingers traced the blades, his expression unreadable. He paused, a flicker of surprise crossing his face as he realized all his tools were still in place. He had expected Camila to make a move, to snatch a knife and lunge at him. His men had been stationed just outside, ready to storm in and subdue her. Yet, nothing had happened. Camila had remained still, patient, and obedient. He couldn't understand why. He straightened, his fingers brushing against the leather strap of his tool belt. “You surprise me, Camila. I thought for sure you’d try so
Terakhir Diperbarui : 2025-02-28Will You Marry Me? 128: The First Step
Ruby sat still on the bed, her eyes fixed on Hector as he rested in the chair beside her. Though his eyes were closed, she knew he wasn’t fully asleep. She could sense his awareness, the subtle tension in his posture that betrayed his readiness to react. It was better she started working on her plan, rather than dwelling on her grief. No matter what, she was going to gain Hector's trust. That would be her first step. She rose from the bed, her movements slow and unsteady, determined to keep up the facade she had settled on. She walked toward the bathroom, her bare feet padding softly against the floor. She pushed open the door, letting it close gently behind her. The moment she disappeared from view, Hector’s eyes opened. His dark gaze remained fixed on the closed door, his body still but alert. He had noticed when she woke, had seen the silent tears that slipped down her face. His mind replayed the earlier events...the chaos, the bloodshed, the look on Ruby’s face as she swung
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Will You Marry Me? 150: The Inevitable Goodbye
After dinner, Ruby followed Hector into his room, smiling because she finally got him to eat everything she made. She believed she was so close to finally gaining his trust. She had no idea that he had already made up his mind. No matter what, he had to send her away. Keeping her here… it was wrong. This wasn’t her world. She deserved something better...a life far from him, far from danger. But before she left, he wanted to give her something. Something that truly mattered to her. So when she entered the room and saw him lost in thought, she walked over and sat on his thigh, wrapping her arms around his neck. She kissed his cheek, her lips soft against his skin. "What’s on your mind?" she asked, her voice gentle. Hector blinked, snapping out of his thoughts. "I was thinking of doing something nice for you," he admitted. Her brows lifted slightly. "Oh?" "Yeah." His gaze locked onto hers. "Tell me," he said. "Is there something you really want?" Her e
Will You Marry Me? 149: A Shift In Perspective
On the drive back home, Hector’s mind was in turmoil. Everything he had believed was a lie. Ruby had struggled...fought...to convince him that she was someone else. But he hadn’t listened. He had refused to listen. And now, he finally understood. He leaned back against the seat, eyes dark. Eduardo. That bastard. Hector had spent years perfecting the art of punishment, but what punishment could ever be enough for what Eduardo had done to Ruby? He had destroyed her life. Sold her. Framed her. Left her to rot. His fists tightened. But then, an odd thought crossed his mind. 'Why did she stop trying to convince me?' 'Why did she eventually accept it?' 'If she had stood her ground… if she had fought a little harder… Would I have figured it out sooner?' He exhaled sharply. His underling, who had been silent all this time, finally spoke. “What are you going to do now?” Hector stared out of the window, expression unreadable. "The right thing," he
Will You Marry Me? 148: Buried Secrets
As soon as they got into the car, Hector turned to his underling. "Where are we headed?" he asked, his voice calm. The underling hesitated. "It's not something I can explain," he finally said. "I just need to show you." Hector's brows lifted slightly. Mysterious. He didn’t like mysteries. Especially not when they involved him. Because he had been betrayed before, Hector never fully trusted anyone. Not his enemies. Not his underlings. And definitely not the woman sleeping in his bed. Since this one refused to disclose what they were going to find, Hector decided to let him have his way. But at the same time, he discreetly prepared his weapon. If this was a trap, he would deal with it immediately. And if his underling was up to no good? Well… he wouldn’t live to see another sunrise. When the car finally came to a stop, Hector frowned. A cemetery. He stepped out slowly, scanning the area. The air was still. His underling pointed ahead. "Read what’s writt
Will You Marry Me? 147: A Game Of Deception
As the plane soared through the skies, Ruby stayed close to Hector. She blamed herself. She had made a mistake. She had allowed too many emotions to slip through. And because of that, Hector hadn’t fallen completely into her hands yet. She needed to fix it. She needed to convince him that she was hopelessly, unconditionally in love with him. So, she adjusted. She rested her hands on his shoulder, leaned into him, laughed at everything he said...even the things that weren’t funny. She hugged him whenever she had the chance, looked at him with admiration, and spoke to him in the softest, sweetest tone. Hector watched her carefully, but he didn’t pull away. Instead, he let her play her game. When they made their first stop to refuel, Ruby turned to him with a small smile. "I need to take you somewhere," she said. Hector raised a brow. "Where?" She simply smiled. "Just trust me." Hector leaned back in his seat, smirking. Trust? That was something he was n
Will You Marry Me? 146: A Web Of Lies And Secrets
Ruby stood frozen, her entire world shrinking to the sight of Eduardo and Selina. Her mind raced. Every betrayal. Every lie. Every moment they had crushed her. She could still hear the cold way Eduardo had spoken to her the last time they met. She could still remember the way she had received the news of her father’s death. And now he was here. Laughing. Holding Selena like she was the love of his life. Like she hadn't destroyed everything Ruby ever had. Her fingers dug deeper into Hector’s hand, unaware of the blood that had begun to surface. Hector, on the other hand, remained composed. He turned slightly, his sharp gaze sweeping the beach before he gestured for one of his men to approach. As the underling leaned in, Hector spoke in a low voice. “See the man in white? The one looking lovingly at the woman in the pink playsuit?” The underling nodded. “Get close to them. Find out his name. Take a picture of him...discreetly.” The man gave a subtle nod befor
Will You Marry Me? 145: A Dangerous Game
The silence in the room stretched for minutes. Hector sat on the edge of the bed, watching Ruby carefully. Then, without a word, he picked up the plate. He held out a spoonful of food. “Eat.” Ruby hesitated, shaking her head. “I meant what I said...I really don’t have much of an appetite.” Hector didn’t budge. “I’m not asking, Ruby. Just eat a little. You’re going to break down if you keep this up.” She sighed, looking away. He exhaled. “You know, I left an important meeting for you. I don’t do things like this. I don’t sit by anyone’s bedside and care for them. But here I am.” She looked at him, eyes soft. “Thank you.” His jaw clenched. “I don’t want your thanks, Ruby. I want your honesty.” His gaze locked onto hers. “Are you still hurt by Don Gray’s death?” She frowned. “No.” “Were you in love with him?” She stiffened at the question. Then, without hesitation, she swore on her life. “I despised that man, Hector. With a passion. And now that he’s dead?” Sh
Will You Marry Me? 144: Ghosts Of the Past
Hector had barely been gone an hour when Ruby stirred from sleep. She sat up slowly, hugging her knees to her chest. She felt a sadness so deep, so consuming, that it left her breathless. She didn't know how long she stayed like that, curled up on the bed, lost in thoughts. But then a soft knock came at the door. The housekeeper entered, carrying a warm smile. “Good, you’re awake,” she said gently before turning to leave. A few minutes later, she returned with a tray of food. The aroma filled the air, rich and inviting, but Ruby barely glanced at it. "I don’t really have much of an appetite," she murmured. The housekeeper placed the tray in front of her and gave her a knowing look. "You should try it. It’s nice.” Ruby sighed, feeling too tired to argue. "Thank you," she said quietly. She picked up the spoon and had a taste. And then a memory hit her. She was sick. Feverish. Weak. She had been lying in bed, waiting for the family doctor to arrive. At that ti
Will You Marry Me? 143: The Journey To Baros Maldives
After watching Don Gray’s body disappear, Ruby turned and walked away. She didn’t look back. She made her way to Hector’s room. Hector followed her, his sharp gaze fixed on her back. He expected something....a reaction, a flicker of emotion. But she was quiet. Too quiet. Hector prided himself on understanding people. He could break them, twist them, strip them down to their very core and know what made them tick. But her? She was an enigma. What was she thinking? Was she disturbed by Don Gray’s death? Did she regret anything? He hated this uncertainty. Hated that he even cared. In the past, he would have used pain to get the answers he wanted. A knife. A whip. A gun to the temple. But now? The thought of hurting her made him sick. The realization burned inside him like a slow fire. He clenched his fists, forcing himself to speak. "Are you okay?" Ruby looked at him, her expression calm. “I’m fine.” A lie. But he didn’t push. Instead, he changed
Will You Marry Me? 142: The Waiting Game
Ruby watched in silence as Don Gray's screams faded into nothing. His body twisted and convulsed in agony until the fire consumed him completely. His last movement was a desperate, futile roll across the floor....then stillness. The room smelled of burning flesh and smoke. Hector took one last glance at the charred corpse, then waved his hand. “Dump him in the river,” he ordered, his voice devoid of emotion. The men moved at once, hauling what was left of Don Gray away. But Camila was not there to witness it. She sat in her bathtub, submerged in warm water, yet feeling no warmth at all. Her mind was miles away, trapped in the past. She saw it again...the gun in her hand, her finger pulling the trigger, Hector flinching as the bullet grazed his hand. She had tried to stop him. Tried to save Ruby. But then Ruby had fallen at Hector's feet begging to be his dog, just to spare Camila. Camila squeezed her eyes shut, gripping the edges of the bathtub as nausea threate
