All Chapters of Rebirth of the rogue king's mate: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

/-Damian-/“Hey, you’re up early,” Sarah said, walking in with a tray. “Thought I’d serve you breakfast in bed.”I was buttoning my sleeve, catching a glimpse of myself in the mirror. “I’ve got a meeting with Annabelle. Last time I was late, and I’m not letting that happen again.”Her smile dimmed slightly. “Annabelle again? Do you have to meet her every single day?”I chuckled, trying to lighten the mood. “We’re going to be partners soon. We’ll probably be seeing even more of each other. Besides, something serious came up with LuminaLuxe, and I need to help her sort it out.”Sarah crossed her arms, frowning. “Why can’t she handle it herself? Why does she always need you involved?”I turned to face her, noticing the tension in her voice. “Because we’re partners. And there’s a chance I may have to buy out her company.”Her eyes narrowed slightly. “Why do you seem so eager to do that?”“Why do you seem to have a problem with it?”“Maybe I just don’t like her.”I raised an eyebrow, teasi

Chapter Fourteen/-Annabelle-/Back at the office, I was a mess. My head hurt, and my feet were killing me as I walked back and forth in frustration.The office phones ringing only intensified the chaos in my head.“Come on, think. Think, Annabelle,” I said as I moved my hands through my already disheveled hair.Then, a light bulb went off in my head.Proof. I just needed proof that I was being sabotaged, right?With calming breaths, I picked up my phone, dialing the number of the person I dreaded speaking to with all my heart.After the second ring, he picked up. “To what do I owe this pleasure?” Thomas Anderson's voice sent my skin crawling, and I gritted my teeth.Taking a calming breath to manage my emotions, I responded with a fake smile, “Can you come to my office? I'm considering your offer, and I want to know your terms.”There was a pause at the other end before he drawled, “I knew you were eventually going to come around. I'll be there. Nine a.m. tomorrow.” The line went dea

Chapter Sixteen/-Annabelle-/“Never mind. Congratulations, by the way, on fixing the bug. I'll talk to you later.” I raised a brow at the tiredness in his tone. “Okay, but—”He hung up.That was rude. I glared at the phone as if he could see me from his end. What was his deal anyway? “I guess I underestimated you too, huh?” Those words resonated in my mind.Curiosity gnawed at my insides. Who else did he underestimate? I opened the door to my office, and for the first time in days, I welcomed the silence.No shrill rings from office phones, just utter quiet. As I headed to my desk, I inhaled deeply while I settled into my chair.I opened my laptop and went straight to the video of the woman who had spread fake rumors about my products, apologizing profusely.“I am deeply sorry for having spread false information regarding the products. I admit that I was bored and needed attention. I apologize for the harm this has caused to Annabelle, her company, and everyone else involved. Again

Chapter Eighteen/-Annabelle-/It was official. I hated Sarah with every cell of my being. First, for making Damian hurt, and next, for daring to blackmail him.We were sitting side by side at the counter, the soft piano music still playing in the background. Damian's eyes were glazed over, proof that the alcohol was beginning to get to him.“Why would she hurt you like that? After everything you both shared together?” My hands were fisted on the counter as I glared at my drink.“People change when they realize they can't get what they want.” He took another sip of his drink. “I don't blame her. Anyone in her position would probably try to do the same thing.”I gave him a look of disbelief. “Not everyone, Damian. There are good people out there,” I said softly.He snorted. “Everyone wants power and riches. Some people's level of zeal is just higher than others.” He scowled at his drink, his eyes intense.Silence settled between us. “What does she want you to do?” It was the one questi

Chapter Twenty/-Annabelle-/The feeling of unease in my bones didn't go away even as I studied the ongoing projects for the next line of products my company was releasing. Normally, immersing myself in work made me forget my problems.I let out a sigh of frustration when I caught myself reading the same line ten times in the past minute. I just couldn't concentrate.I was grateful when a knock came on my door. The distraction was very much needed.“Come in,” I called out, frowning when Frankie's head bobbed into the office. That was definitely not the distraction I needed.He gave a small smile before letting himself in and taking the seat in front of me. “Did you have a fun night?”I narrowed my eyes. “Do you enjoy having a big mouth?”His eyes slightly widened as confusion filled his face.“You told Gerald about the drinks we were getting and about Damian, who happens to be nothing more than a friend and a business partner,” I said through gritted teeth.Frankie shifted where he sa