Chapter: You Like Her?Lucy woke to the sound of birds and sunlight sneaking past the curtains. For a moment, she didn’t move. The memory of last night came rushing back, his lips, his hands, the way her heart had almost burst through her chest.Her stomach twisted. She sat up quickly, dragging a hand through her hair as if that would erase the memory. It didn’t.Her reflection in the mirror wasn’t helping either. Her cheeks still carried a faint color, and her lips looked… different. Softer. She let out a shaky laugh. “Get a grip, Lucy,” she muttered, pulling her hair into a messy bun.She dressed faster than usual, trying not to think, trying not to feel. But her heart didn’t seem to care what her brain wanted. It beat a little faster with every step down the hall.When she reached the dining room, the smell of coffee hit her first, warm, rich, familiar. Julia was already there, sitting at the end of the long table, tapping away on her phone. She looked up with a bright smile.“Morning, Lucy! You’re up ea
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Chapter: HerBarry stayed where he was long after Lucy’s footsteps faded down the hall. The night had gone quiet again, except for the faint rustle of leaves below and the steady thud of his heartbeat in his chest.He dragged in a slow breath, his hand still resting on the railing where she’d stood moments ago. The cool metal bit against his skin, grounding him, but it did nothing to calm the storm in his head.He could still taste her.Still feel the warmth of her mouth, the softness that had undone him in one second.He clenched his jaw, staring out into the garden, trying to steady his breathing. The moonlight stretched across the grass, silver and calm, a cruel contrast to the chaos inside him.He shouldn’t have kissed her.He’d told himself that again and again, but the truth burned through every excuse, he’d wanted her from the start. Every argument, every training session, every moment she’d met his sharp words with stubborn eyes had chipped away at his control until there was nothing left.
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Chapter: When Restraint Shattered NEXT DAY: NIGHTThe mansion had gone quiet for the night. Most of the lights were out except for the faint golden glow spilling from the hallway sconces. Lucy walked slowly, barefoot, her feet silent against the cool marble floor. Her hair was still damp from her shower, the ends brushing her shoulders and leaving tiny drops on the collar of her soft nightshirt.Training had been tough today, but she pulled through. Barry hadn’t yelled as much, maybe because she was finally getting better. Her arms still ached from all the drills, and her wrist throbbed a little beneath the thin bandage he’d wrapped the night before. But deep down, she felt proud of herself. For once, she hadn’t tripped, panicked, or messed up too badly.Still, she couldn’t stop thinking about him.The way he’d watched her in silence when she landed a perfect strike. The faint lift of his brows, that quiet nod of approval that had somehow felt like the biggest reward. And later, when he’d walked past her, his fingers
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Chapter: It Matters Barry closed the door behind him, but for a long moment, he didn’t move.He stood in the dim hallway, his hand still resting on the doorknob, staring at the floor. The soft hum of the night filled the silence, the faint ticking of the clock down the corridor, the wind brushing past the windows, the distant sound of a door creaking somewhere below.He shouldn’t have gone in there.He shouldn’t have touched her.And yet, he could still feel it, the soft warmth of her skin beneath his hand, the tiny tremor that ran through her when he’d pressed the cotton against her bruise. The look in her eyes… uncertain, but trusting. It had shaken something loose inside him that he didn’t know how to put back together.He exhaled sharply, dragging a hand over his face.He’d been through far worse things in his life, bullets, betrayals, loss, but one woman with soft eyes and quiet words was somehow testing his limits more than any of that ever had.Barry turned and began to walk, his boots soundless
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Chapter: The Bruise By the time they reached Barry’s mansion, the sun was already sliding low behind the trees. The car rolled through the gates, the guards at the entrance snapping to attention. Lucy sat in the back seat beside Julia, her head resting against the window. Every muscle in her body ached.Julia yawned, stretching her arms lazily. “You did better today, Lucy. He didn’t yell at you as much.”Lucy smiled faintly. “That’s one way to measure progress.”Julia laughed. “Hey, for Barry, that’s a compliment.”As the car stopped in front of the wide steps, Lucy rubbed her wrist absently. A dull ache throbbed beneath her skin. When she rolled up her sleeve, she saw the faint purple mark blooming across the side of her arm, right where Barry had caught her.Julia’s eyes caught it instantly. “Ouch. That looks nasty.”“It’s fine,” Lucy muttered, tugging the sleeve back down. “I probably just bruised it during training.”“Or maybe when a certain someone decided to grab you like an action hero,” Julia tea
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Chapter: You Didn't Fall The training ground stretched wide before them. Julia stepped forward first, stretching her arms and rolling her shoulders. “Alright,” she said, glancing back at Lucy with a grin. “Try not to fall on your face this time.”Lucy let out a breath that was half laugh, half sigh. “Thanks for the confidence.”Julia smirked. “I mean it in a loving way.”Barry’s voice cut across the space, deep and steady. “Enough talking. Let’s begin.”Lucy swallowed hard. His tone carried no emotion, but when her eyes flicked toward him, he was watching her. Just her.“Start with footwork,” he ordered. “If you can’t keep your balance, you’ll be useless in a fight.”Julia nodded and dropped into a stance, moving with confidence. Lucy tried to copy her, her boots scraping against the dirt. Her body still ached from the last session, but she pushed through it, reminding herself not to give in.Left step, right step, pivot, she stumbled slightly.Julia chuckled. “Easy there. You’re not dancing.”Lucy shot her a
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Chapter: ClosureTHIRTY MINUTES LATERLeona’s car rolled into the compound of her company, a tall glass building that caught the early morning light. The sky was soft, pale blue, and the air smelled fresh after a light night rain. She stepped out of the car with calm steps, her face smooth, her head held high. Her driver jogged ahead and opened the main door for her. She nodded once, then walked into the lobby. Heads turned and her workers whispered amongst themselves.Everyone knew something big was happening in the Ashford world, and everyone also knew Leona used to be part of that world. People kept their eyes on her as she walked to the elevator, her heels firm against the marble floor.She didn’t look at any of them. She didn’t need to.The elevator doors opened, and she stepped inside. Her reflection stared back at her in the silver walls. Her skin looked clear. Her hair was neat. Her lips held a faint, cold line. She looked like someone who had slept well. Someone who had made peace with her p
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Chapter: ProofLeona slept like a child. Deep, warm and calm. No nightmares. No tossing. No memories trying to choke her awake.When she finally opened her eyes, sunlight was already sliding through the curtains, soft and golden. She stretched, letting out a small yawn. Her body felt light, almost weightless. It had been a long time since she felt this kind of peace.The world was loud yesterday. Scandal everywhere. Selene running from place to place like a rat with its tail on fire. Leona smiled to herself.Actions had consequences. Selene had always wanted to be the queen, the favorite, the perfect girlfriend. She snatched a man that never belonged to her in the first place. She stabbed Leona over and over with lies. Now everything was crumbling on her head.And it was only the beginning. Leona sat up and tied her hair into a loose ponytail. She slipped out of bed, brushed her teeth, washed her face, and walked into the living room. Her father was reading the newspaper with his glasses low on his
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Chapter: No Place For You The gate slid open with a slow metal groan, letting Leona’s car roll into the compound. The evening sky was dark blue, the air thick and heavy after a long workday. Leona leaned her head back against the seat for a moment, letting out a tired breath while the car eased to a stop in front of the steps.Her driver glanced at her through the rearview mirror. “We’re home, ma’am.”“Thank you,” Leona murmured, rubbing her forehead. Her shoulders were stiff from hours of meetings. She wanted nothing more than to walk inside, take off her heels, shower, and sleep. She was already reaching for the door handle when another engine sound drifted into the quiet compound.A second car pulled in. Leona froze.Her driver frowned. “Ma’am… we’re not expecting anyone tonight.”“I know,” Leona said under her breath.The second car stopped right beside theirs. The door opened fast, almost like the person inside was running from something. Selene stepped out.Her hair was neat, her makeup untouched, but he
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Chapter: The BreakThe hallway was quiet again after the fight. Selene slipped out to make a call, leaving Dorian alone. He stood there for a moment, breathing slowly, trying to settle the storm in his head. His cheek still stung from her slap, but the pain inside his chest hurt more.He pushed open the door to his son’s room.The lights were low, warm and gentle. Machines hummed softly around the small hospital bed. The little boy lay curled to one side, an IV taped to his hand, his chest rising and falling in slow, steady breaths. He looked so small under the white sheets, his lashes long against his pale skin.Dorian walked closer, his footsteps quiet. His throat tightened when he saw the bandage on the boy’s arm. His heart squeezed so hard he had to press a hand to his ribs. He pulled the chair closer and sat down, elbows on his knees.For a long moment he just stared.“He could have died,” he whispered, voice breaking in the still air.His fingers shook as he brushed a stray curl from the boy’s for
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Chapter: Your SonHOURS LATERThe lobby was quiet, almost too quiet. The sterile smell of antiseptic mixed with the faint scent of flowers from the reception desk. Sunlight poured through the large windows, catching on the polished floor and bouncing into the tense faces of the two people standing near the elevators.Dorian leaned against the marble railing, arms crossed, eyes narrowing at Selene. He looked tire, anger and disbelief pulling at his sharp features. “You’re serious? You want to hold a press conference? Now?” His voice was low, harsh, but contained an undercurrent of panic he couldn’t hide.Selene’s lips pressed into a firm line. She refused to meet his eyes, glancing down at her hands clasped in front of her. “Yes. We need to control the story before it spreads any further. The tabloids are already sniffing around. If we don’t, it will get worse. It’s better if we say it ourselves.”Dorian’s hands clenched into fists. “Selene… you can’t just decide this on your own. You’re not allowed to
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Chapter: All Over The Net Selene stayed in that small room for a long moment, breathing in sharp, broken pulls. Her legs felt weak, like they might give out at any second. She wanted to run after Dorian, to grab him and force him to listen. She wanted to scream at the doctor for ruining her life. She wanted to break something. Maybe everything.Instead, she stood still, shaking.“No,” she whispered again. “I can fix this. I can.”She paced the room, rubbing her arms as if she were cold. Her eyes darted around like she was searching for a plan on the walls. The truth sat heavy in her throat. The truth she never wanted to say. The truth she never wanted him to find out.Her hands covered her mouth.“I can’t let it end like this,” she mumbled. “I won’t.”Outside the room, she could hear nurses walking by, rolling carts, talking softly to patients. Life kept moving. None of them knew her world had cracked open. She slid down the wall and sat on the floor, hugging her knees.Her phone buzzed in her robe pocket. She
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Chasing After My Ex-Husband
Lena’s voice trembled, barely above a whisper. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have pushed you away. I...I made a mistake.”
Grayson’s cold laughter cut through the air. He stepped closer, his towering presence suffocating. “A mistake?” His tone was sharp, dangerous. “Dropping a glass is a mistake. What you did?” He leaned in, his breath brushing her ear. “That was a choice.”
Lena flinched, her chest tightening. “I didn’t know...”
“You knew exactly what you were doing.” He grabbed her chin, forcing her to meet his icy gaze. “And now you’re here, begging for something. Redemption? Love?” His lips curled into a cruel smirk. “Don’t insult me.”
“I don’t want anything from you,” she shot back, her voice faltering.
Grayson’s soft, mocking laugh made her stomach twist. “You always want something, Lena. What is it now? A second chance to ruin me?”
Her heart pounded. The man before her was no longer the one she thought she’d left behind...he was powerful, ruthless, and untouchable. And she feared she’d lost him forever.
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Lena married Grayson for his potential, believing she could manipulate him to secure her family’s fortune. Once the deal was done, she discarded him without remorse.
But time has changed everything. Grayson has returned, no longer desperate, but a powerful man who has made it clear he wants nothing to do with her.
Regret weighs heavy on Lena, but her reasons for seeking him now remain unclear. Is it guilt? Love? Or something far more dangerous?
Grayson’s world is ruthless, offering no room for second chances. Yet, beneath his hardened exterior, a question lingers: Can he forgive her, or will he ensure she pays the ultimate price?
Basahin
Chapter: Happy Ending Lena sat in the backyard, a soft breeze playing with her hair as she rubbed her belly. She was now seven months pregnant, and the baby kicked more often these days. It was a reminder that soon, she and Grayson would have a little one to hold in their arms.Grayson had been extra careful with her lately, making sure she didn’t lift a finger. He barely let her do anything on her own, which sometimes made her laugh.Just this morning, she had tried to carry a small box, and he had rushed over like she was about to lift a mountain.“Lena, stop,” he had said, taking the box from her hands. “I told you, no lifting.”“It’s just a box of baby clothes, Grayson.”“I don’t care. You sit. I’ll do it.”She had rolled her eyes but smiled as he carefully placed the box down, arranging everything as if the clothes were made of glass.Now, as she sat outside, she could hear him in the kitchen, talking to someone on the phone. Probably about work. He still ran Blackwood Empire, but lately, he had been
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Chapter: Unstoppable ONE MONTH LATERLena sat in her office, staring at the framed award on her desk. The golden plaque gleamed under the soft light, reflecting the name she had worked so hard to build, Carter’s Enterprises: Most Influential Company of the Year.She traced her fingers over the engraved letters, still in disbelief. A few months ago, she had only hoped to make it to the Top 100 companies in the country. Now, Carter’s Enterprises was in the Top 20. It felt unreal, but the numbers didn’t lie. Their sales had skyrocketed, their influence had spread, and investors were eager to work with them.They had made it.The collaboration with Blackwood Empire had been a turning point. Working alongside Grayson and his company had not only boosted their reputation but had also made them stronger in the industry. The success of their joint launch had been beyond anyone’s expectations. Because of that, they had won multiple awards:* Most Influential Company of the Year* Most Influential Collaboration (Bl
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Chapter: ImaginationsLena sat on the couch for a long time, staring at the empty plate in front of her. She had eaten, she had rested, but she still felt heavy inside. Maybe it was the silence. Maybe it was the weight of everything that had happened.She let out a deep breath and stood up, stretching her arms above her head. Staying indoors all day wasn’t helping. She needed to clear her mind.A walk. Yes, that’s what she needed.Lena grabbed her black pants and pulled them on before slipping into a white hoodie. It was simple, comfortable. She tied her hair into a loose ponytail and checked herself in the mirror. Her eyes still looked tired, but at least the fresh air might help.She picked up her phone and sent a quick message to Grayson.Lena: Going for a walk. Don’t worry, I won’t do anything stressful.She didn’t wait for his reply before slipping her phone into her pocket and heading out.The moment she stepped outside, a cool breeze brushed against her skin. The city was busy as usual, cars honking
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Chapter: Life Goes On The morning light streamed through the curtains, painting the room in soft gold. Lena stirred in bed, blinking slowly as the memories of last night rushed back in. Her chest tightened. The pain wasn’t as painful as before, but it was still there, sitting heavy in her heart.Grayson sat beside her on the edge of the bed, already dressed for work. His hand rested on her belly, his thumb moving in slow, gentle circles."You sure you'll be okay?" he asked, searching her face.Lena forced a small smile. "I’ll be fine. You should go."He didn’t look convinced."I mean it," she added, squeezing his hand. "Don't worry about me. Just focus on work."Grayson sighed, running a hand through his hair. "I just don’t want you stressing yourself.""I won’t," she promised.Still, he hesitated before finally leaning down to kiss her forehead. "I’ll be back early," he murmured. "Call me if you need anything."She nodded, watching as he grabbed his keys and headed for the door. The moment it closed behin
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Chapter: Emptiness Lena’s eyes fluttered open, the harsh hospital lights making her squint. A dull ache sat at the back of her head, her body felt heavy, and for a moment, she struggled to remember where she was.Then it all came rushing back, Ayla, the fire, Kael’s broken voice, the moment everything had shattered.She swallowed hard, her throat dry. As she shifted slightly, she felt warmth against her hand. Turning her head, she found Grayson sitting beside her, his head resting on his arm. His fingers were curled gently around hers, as if afraid to let go.His suit was wrinkled, his tie loose, dark circles beneath his eyes showing just how long he’d been there.She tried to move her fingers, and immediately, he stirred. His eyes blinked open, slightly unfocused, before locking onto her face.“You’re awake,” he breathed, sitting up quickly. Relief washed over his tired features.Lena swallowed, trying to push past the lump in her throat. “How long have I been out?”Grayson reached for a cup of water o
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Chapter: All Of Our PainHALLWAYLena wiped at her swollen eyes, her face pale and streaked with tears. She hugged herself, her body trembling. Kael, on the other hand, looked like a shadow of himself, hollow, detached, his gaze unfocused as he stared at the ground.His phone buzzed in his pocket.Kael ignored it at first, the vibration barely registering in his fogged mind. But it persisted, relentless. With a tired sigh, he fished the phone out, glancing at the screen. It was his secretary.He almost declined the call, but something in his gut told him not to.“This is Kael,” he answered, voice rough and broken.“Sir,” his secretary’s voice trembled on the other end. “I’m sorry to call you like this... but I thought you should know right away.”Kael rubbed his temple, his head pounding. “What is it?” he muttered, his patience fraying.“It’s your brother,” she said, her voice laced with caution. “He was in a serious accident tonight. A collision. He’s in a coma.”Kael stiffened, the words slamming into him l
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