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All Chapters of The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10
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Prologue
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
I think that everyone reaches a moment in their lives when they ask themselves 'is this right?' This moral question is reserved for those with a conscience. The majority of the people that walk the streets of this town don't have this faculty called a conscience. I fear that at this moment, I am part of the majority that don't have a conscience. Laurie Bancroft narrowed her green eyes at me. She looked over her shoulder with the pretense that she doesn't know I am talking to her. Some people never change. Over seven years later and she still behaves like this is high school. In my defense, I apologized for the last rough encounter we had. "I don't think there are that many Bancrofts running around in this town. You guys are as rare as rain in the Sahara." She made a face. I don't know what this face means. I have to say something to end the awkward silence. "How have you been?" "Fine. Thank you." The last part of h
Last Updated : 2021-10-19Chapter One: The Silver Streak
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
"Hey! Hey!" Kimberly called me from her desk. "Get over here now!" "I know I'm late-" "It's not about that. Big news! I have two!" She looks overly enthusiastic. "Okay..." I took a seat next to her. "First of all, Mr. Beck is letting a few people go." She whispered. There have been rumors that half of the people in this office will be let go. The Sunrise Time Tribune isn't doing well. Nothing dramatic ever happens in this town. Only the little insignificant repetitive things and sadly, such doesn't make for interesting news. I sank deep into the seat with a sudden damp mood. "Oh dear." What do they say when it's time to lay people off in companies and in this case newsrooms? Last one in, first one out? I am among the newest employees. I am among
Last Updated : 2021-10-19Chapter Two: The Condition
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
When my brother was incarcerated for armed robbery, I was only twelve and I saw how upset it made my parents. He was only seventeen and moving with the wrong crowd in the city. After a grueling court proceeding, he was sentenced. I promised myself I will never find myself in the back seat of a police car for anything. Have I kept this promise? No. I seriously did not see this day playing out like this. I was supposed to go to work, have a successful day and drive home in my bug content with a days hardwok. I'm a little disappointed in myself for getting arrested but not for confronting the Bancroft's even if I didn't get to do it face to face. The only thing separating me from a mugshot is the man looking at me like I'm the star of some sick fantasy happening in his head. He better not try to use my situation to leverage something out of me. After suddenly professing his love for me out o
Last Updated : 2021-10-21Chapter Three: Signature Please
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
Bad habits. Everyone has one, two or several. I have several but one of them that I am particularly struggling with is 3AM snacking. I made a resolution -the ones people swear by as they begin a new year- that I haven't stuck to. The plan was to lose 30lbs by summer. I even bought a little polka dot bikini but I don't think I will fit into it if I am stuffing my face with chocolate chip ice cream at 3AM in the morning. But first, I savor the delightfully delicious ice cream. I will regret it later, probably in a few hours when I am unable to climb the two flights of stairs at the tribune. "Mm-mmm!" I moaned from the sweetness while quietly blessing the company that made this ice cream. I opened my eyes for another scoop and caught my mother's reflection on the glossy surface of the fridge. "For a second there I was excited to burst you with a man." She spoke in her us
Last Updated : 2021-11-01Chapter Four: Weekend Trip
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
'Local girl, Clara Nolan to get hitched to Sunrise Cove's own billionaire, Lincoln Bancroft!' Story by Kimberly Lawrence. That is the headline of the rumor on the gossip column and it is selling newspapers like hot cakes. The picture she chose to use is not at all flattering. I made a face at the neighbor whose eyes are glued to me. Our neighbor never talks to us. She's one of those stuck up people who think they are better than everyone. I'm surprised she's even looking at me. I looked over my shoulder just to be sure. Yup! She's looking at me. She raised her hand and waved awkwardly. I almost waved back as a reflex action but when I saw the newspaper in her hand, I didn't. She wants a wedding invitation just like everyone else in town will want one and to get it, they will be super nice to me. Perhaps this is the day to get away with anything I want. Who will mess with a Bancr
Last Updated : 2021-11-03Chapter Five: His Friends
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
Beck Hall's words are still ringing in my ears days after we spoke. I have till the end of the year to make myself valuable to the Tribune. It's a newspaper business. What do newspapers need? Big headlines!I accepted Linc's invitation to join in him on his trip with intent. The Bancrofts are a big deal to the town. Anything to do with them excited people. It's almost like the way the English love their Queen. If the Bancrofts were to stand in the balcony of their home and wave, the small town folk will gather to wave back. I just need something that is not the pointless rumour Kimberly Lawrence started. What kind of scandals are rich people likely to be involved in?Financial crimes, making people disappear, dirty pay offs, sex scandals... I glanced at the shirtless man at the deck. Linc is well put together. There are no red signs warning me to back away. He dived into the water and was under for a bit. I stood up to get closer to the window
Last Updated : 2021-11-05Chapter Six: The Story
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
4a.m Monday morning and I'm in a chopper carrying me across the stretch of woods that is close to home. It's my first time being this high up in the sky and I'm terrified out of my mind. The only thing keeping me from passing out from the anxiety is his hand holding mine with assurance that everything is going to be fine. I can see the lights in the city and they look like little sparkling gems. He wasn't kidding when he said we will make it. He had no intention of driving but flying. He left his car and said his chauffeur will pick it up later today. I glanced at the man wearing a grey beanie. He has closed his eyes. After our conversation that first night, I became fully aware of the need in his eyes everytime he looks at me. Even the most fleeting touch of his fingers isn't innocent anymore. He wants to get intimate, that much is clear to me. My knees are pressed tightly together. The thought o
Last Updated : 2021-11-09Chapter Seven: It's Home
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
I think that everyone reaches a moment in their lives when they ask themselves 'is this right?' This moral question is reserved for those with a conscience. The majority of the people that walk the streets of this town don't have this faculty called a conscience. They either bend to higher power without question or they assume things never happened. They are never self driven to truly look at a situation independent from influence. I fear that at this moment, I am part of the majority that don't have a conscience or possibly I'm lacking in ability to step away from this situation and see it clearly. I want this to mean what I want it to mean. I want a story so badly I can twist it into anything so that it is something to keep me at the Tribune. What I saw a few nights ago can have a decent explanation. But I don't want it to. I want it to mean something else. Something that can help me keep my job.
Last Updated : 2021-11-10Chapter Eight: Disappear With A Stranger
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
Clara's POV"Is this is what an eventful night looks like to Mr Lincoln Bancroft?" I asked him after we found a quiet place away from the hyped club. He drank beer from his bottle with a strange expression on his face."Why does this sound like an interview that will be in tomorrow's paper?" He chuckled."It's not. I'm just curious.""I'm curious too." His gaze darkened.I don't think we are talking about the same thing. A light blush covered my face. I looked away for a second or two. I want to ask what he's curious about but I may end up naked in his arms as he demonstrates a response."A small town can feel cramped. The city is always better." He looked at the far distance. "It's always eventful not to be in Sunrise Cove."The roof of this building offers a great view of the city. It reminds me of that morning on
Last Updated : 2021-11-12Chapter Nine: Hidden Intentions
The Bancrofts of Sunrise Cove/J. M. Hallewell
Clara's POVI studied Beck Hall as he read my article. I know the famous expression where he thinks an article presented to him is something. I spent all night on this and I never pull an all nighter! I gave it my all according to the limited information I had. He looked between me and the sheets of paper in his hand. He let out a deep uncertain sigh. The momentary confidence I felt suddenly faded. "It's something, right?" He took off his glasses and looked at me. "I see what you're trying to do." I sense a dismissal coming on. "You're trying to keep your job. But I can't decide that. The new owners-" "The story can be something. Kimberly gets to keep her job and she peddles gossip for a living. Mr Beck, the Bancrofts have dirty secrets. Everyone knows that and if you just give me a chance or at least let the new owners know I have potential, I can expose them." "Clara, there are things
Last Updated : 2021-11-12
