All Chapters of A Contract Not To Fall In Love : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Victor lay motionless on the clinic bed, his eyes fixed on the ceiling as he struggled to muster the energy to return to his penthouse. The soft beeping of the machines and the gentle hum of the air conditioning created a soothing melody, lulling him into a state of tranquility. But the serenity was short-lived as the door burst open and Liam strode in, his face etched with concern."What happened?" Victor asked, his voice laced with a hint of irritation. As he slowly sat up, his movements labored.Liam's expression turned grave. "Ryder's been attacked."Victor's eyes snapped into focus, and he threw off the covers, his mind racing with worst-case scenarios. He swiftly donned his coat, the fabric rustling as he moved with a sense of urgency.Liam placed a restraining hand on Victor's arm. "Look, your wound is still fresh. You don't need to go. Elijah and I can handle it."Victor's gaze turned icy, his jaw clenched in determination. "An attack on any family member will not be tolerated

Julian's voice broke the silence, his eyes fixed on Ivy with a mix of concern and curiosity. "Ivy, we're asking you something. Why are you silent? Answer me, look, you have no need to be afraid."Outside, the tension was palpable. Liam and his men were ready to retaliate, anticipating that Ivy would reveal everything to her brothers, sparking a war. The Smith brothers had been waiting for this moment, their chance to take back their sister and break free from the agreement. All they needed was Ivy's statement.Ethan approached Ivy, his eyes locked onto hers. "Look into my eyes, Ivy. Now, tell me what happened."Ivy met Ethan's gaze, her expression unwavering. "It was my mistake," she began, her voice steady. "Victor was helping me, and I shot him. He got injured, was bleeding, and went out. Seeing the blood, I became unconscious. There was no one there to help me. That's all. It was an accident, and it was my fault."The room fell silent, with everyone surprised by Ivy's statement. Vi

"Sofia was Victor's sister."Ivy's gaze dropped, her shoulders slumping under the weight of her guilt. She felt like she had been punched in the gut, her breath knocked out of her.Elijah's smile grew wider, his eyes filled with deep empathy."I know, Ivy," he said, his voice gentle. "I know you didn't know. But now you do."Ivy's eyes lifted, her gaze meeting Elijah's. She saw no judgment there, only understanding and compassion."I'm so sorry, Elijah," Ivy whispered, her voice cracking with emotion. "I had no idea."Elijah's smile faltered, his expression turning serious."You have nothing to be sorry for, Ivy," he said, his voice firm. "You were kept in the dark, just like the rest of us."Ivy's guilt still lingered, but Elijah's words brought her a measure of comfort. She knew she had a long way to go to uncover the truth, but with Elijah's help, she felt like she could face whatever lay ahead.Elijah's eyes seemed to gaze into the past, a nostalgic smile on his face."You know, w

Victor's grip on Ivy's neck hardened, his fingers pressing into her skin. He guided her hand, making her caress her own body. Ivy's eyes closed, and she let out a soft moan as her fingers traced her curves.Victor's control was tested, his body responding to Ivy's gentle touch. He felt himself harden, but he fought to maintain his composure. He wouldn't give in to his desires, not yet.Ivy's moans grew louder, her body arching against Victor's. He could feel her warmth and her softness, and it took every ounce of strength to resist her.But Victor's grip remained firm, his hand guiding Ivy's as she explored her own body. He was in control, and he wouldn't let his desires cloud his judgment. Not now, not when he had a plan to fulfill.As Ivy's touch grew bolder, Victor's resolve was tested. He could feel himself slipping, his control wavering. But he gritted his teeth, his eyes fixed on Ivy's face, her eyes closed in ecstasy.He would maintain control, no matter what.Victor turned Ivy

Ivy sat there, long after Victor had left, her mind still reeling from their conversation. She couldn't shake the feeling that he'd seen right through her, that he knew her secrets.Her thoughts kept drifting back to him, to the way he'd looked at her with such intensity, such possessiveness. She felt a shiver run down her spine as she remembered the way he'd said, "We're not over this, Ivy."She tried to focus on her work, but her eyes kept drifting back to the door, wondering when he'd return, wondering what would happen next.Her mind was a jumble of emotions, her body still humming from the tension between them. She couldn't remember the last time she'd felt this way—so alive, so aware of another person.The minutes ticked by, and Ivy realized she was holding her breath, waiting for Victor's return, waiting to see what would happen next. She was caught in a web of her own desires, and she wasn't sure how to escape.Liam strolled in, a smirk on his face. "Well, well, well. Look who