All Chapters of THE LAST STRAW OF LOVE.: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

Chapter 72: The Risk of FallingSecrets had a way of growing.What had started as a reckless, forbidden night between Eleanor Moreau and Daniel Cain had turned into something deeper, more dangerous.Their secret meetings had become a routine, their stolen moments hidden in the shadows of the vineyard, in the back rooms of Napa’s finest hotels, in whispered phone calls when no one else was listening.But the longer they played this game, the greater the risk.Because someone was bound to find out.And when they did, everything would explode.A Hidden AffairEleanor had always been careful.She kept her emotions locked away, her desires buried beneath responsibility and expectation.But Daniel Cain was breaking down every wall she had ever built.She knew this wasn’t just physical.It was consuming.And that scared her more than anything.The Thin Line Between Love and WarIt was past midnight when Eleanor slipped into Daniel’s private office at Cain Vineyards.She had barely closed the

After *the fallEleanor Moreau had chosen Daniel Cain.She had walked away from her family, from the legacy she was raised to protect, from the only life she had ever known.But as she stood in the dark, wrapped in Daniel’s arms, her heart still pounded with fear.Because she had no idea what happened next.And there was no going back.The Fallout BeginsThe morning after, Eleanor woke up in Daniel’s bed—his bed—in the Cain estate.She hadn’t expected to sleep at all.But exhaustion had dragged her under, her body worn from the weight of the decision she had made.When she stirred, she felt Daniel’s presence before she even opened her eyes—his hand resting on her waist, his warmth anchoring her to reality.For a second, she let herself exist in this silent, stolen moment, before the world came crashing back in.Because today?She had to face the consequences.A War DeclaredDaniel was already awake when she sat up, pulling the blanket around her shoulders. He was seated at the edge o

**: The Shadows That FollowEleanor Moreau had expected backlash.She had expected the whispers, the judgment, the headlines.What she hadn’t expected was a threat.You think you’ve won? You have no idea what you’ve started.The message on her phone felt like a weight on her chest, pressing down hard, making it difficult to breathe.This wasn’t just another gossip column.This was personal.And someone wanted her to know it.The First Signs of DangerEleanor sat on the edge of Daniel’s bed, the glow from her phone screen still burning in the dimly lit room.She hadn’t told him yet.Part of her wanted to pretend it didn’t matter, that it was just a bitter rival or an angry investor trying to scare her.But the way her hands trembled told her otherwise.Daniel walked in, rubbing a towel through his damp hair. “You okay?”She glanced up, forcing a smile. “Yeah. Just… tired.”He frowned, studying her. “You sure?”Eleanor hesitated, fingers tightening around her phone. “I just need a few m

THe Power PlayEleanor had spent years mastering the art of composure.But after today?After Whitmore’s arrogance, his threats, his belief that he could erase her?She was done playing defense.If he wanted to treat her like a liability, a distraction, a scandal waiting to happen—Then she was going to give him something to be afraid of.Because Eleanor Moreau wasn’t just Daniel Cain’s wife.She was a force of her own.And it was time Napa learned that.A Strategic MoveLater that night, Eleanor sat across from Daniel in the study, their glasses of wine untouched between them.“Whitmore won’t stop,” she said, her voice calm but sharp. “Not unless we make him.”Daniel leaned back in his chair, watching her. “You have a plan.”She nodded. “He’s been moving in the shadows, trying to manipulate the board. It’s time we take that advantage from him.”Daniel’s lips curved slightly. “And how do you propose we do that?”Eleanor set a folder on the table.“By making it very clear that we’re th

** The Ashes of War**The explosion’s echo still vibrated in Eleanor’s chest as she and Daniel stood frozen, staring at the rising smoke in the distance.Their vineyard. Their legacy. Under attack.Daniel’s grip tightened around his phone. His jaw clenched so hard Eleanor thought it might shatter.“They didn’t waste time,” he murmured, voice razor-sharp.Eleanor’s pulse thundered. Whoever had sent that message hadn’t been bluffing.Without another word, Daniel stormed toward the car. Eleanor followed, slipping into the passenger seat just as he floored the gas pedal.The road blurred past them, but neither spoke. They both knew what this meant.This wasn’t just an attack. It was a declaration of war.The Vineyard in FlamesBy the time they arrived, the once-pristine fields of Cain Vineyards were drenched in smoke. Firefighters battled the blaze, their shouts echoing in the night air.Eleanor’s stomach twisted. Rows of vines—years of work, of dedication—were reduced to burning embers.