STONE HEARTED
"Look, if I told you I loved you, it would be a lie," I said to him.
"But I love you, Anika," he responded, his eyes filled with sadness.
"I don't feel the same way. I am content with my life as it is. I don't believe in love, and I value my freedom too much to give it up," I explained to him, hoping he would understand.
"Please, just give me a chance. I promise I'll make you happy," he pleaded.
"Stop..." I interrupted, feeling exhausted by his continuous pleading.
"I'll do whatever you ask, I'll even change-"
"Just stop!" I finally yelled, unable to tolerate any more of his words.
"Why would you love me when I clearly stated my aversion to relationships?" I screamed in frustration.
"I thought we could give our friendship a try, but you ruined it all by falling in love with me. Let's not see each other again," I firmly stated and walked away.
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Anika Rebecca Downs, a 23-year-old woman, appears to have it all. She possesses beauty, a charismatic figure, wealth, popularity, and all the good things one could desire. However, there is one crucial thing missing from her life – love.
This absence stems from her past experiences of being used by men who were drawn to her wealth. Fed up with the constant disappointment, Anika vowed to never fall in love again.
But what happens when Kelvin Birtch enters the picture?
Kelvin was an appealing man who works for her company. At first, she tries to deny the growing attraction she feels towards him. However, how long can she suppress her feelings? And what will happen when her manipulating ex resurfaces in her life?
To uncover the answers to these questions and more, delve into the rest of the book... :)
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