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?
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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
Last Updated: 2025-08-31
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
Last Updated: 2025-08-30
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
Last Updated: 2025-08-29
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
Last Updated: 2025-08-28
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
Last Updated: 2025-08-27
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
Last Updated: 2025-08-26
Chapter: Complications CLAIREMonday morning arrived too quickly. I woke up early, knowing Julian's flight was at noon, and found him already in the kitchen making coffee."Morning," he said, glancing up. "I made extra.""Thanks," I replied, pouring myself a cup.We moved around each other in familiar silence, but it felt different today, heavier somehow. Julian's suitcase sat by the door, packed and ready, a reminder that he'd be gone in a few hours."What time do you need to leave for the airport?" I asked."Ten thirty," Julian replied, checking his watch. "The car's coming at ten."Less than two hours. I sipped my coffee, trying to ignore the tightness in my chest. "Do you have everything you need?" I asked. "Chargers, documents, all that?""Yes," Julian said, a hint of amusement in his voice. "I've done this before."
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Chapter: The ShiftCLAIRETwo weeks passed in a blur of productivity, the settlement papers were signed, the lawsuit officially closed, and I threw myself into work with a focus I hadn't felt in months.The meeting with the SoHo boutique went better than expected, they wanted to carry my entire first collection and were already asking about the second. Orders continued climbing, five hundred, then six hundred, then seven hundred.Nina hired additional staff to keep up with production and I spent my days designing, planning, building.Life settled into a rhythm that felt almost normal, mornings with coffee and Julian discussing our respective work, afternoons at the production house or meeting with suppliers, evenings back at the penthouse where we'd cook dinner together and talk about everything except revenge.It felt comfortable, safe, like we'd been doing this for years instead of months.
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Chapter: Bright Future CLAIREJulian's hand found mine on the counter. "He should have said that," he agreed. "But men like him don't know how to admit that kind of failure." He explained in a calm voice.I nodded, blinking back the tears threatening to form. "So what now?" I asked."Now you sign the settlement papers when they come," Julian said. "And then you move on with your life.""Just like that?" I asked."Just like that," Julian confirmed.I took a shaky breath. "Okay," I said. "Okay."My phone buzzed with a text from Nina.Nina: Saw your father's statement. How are you doing?I typed back quickly.Me: I'm okay. Ready to focus on work.Nina: Good. Because I have news. A boutique in SoHo wants to carry your line.I stared at the message, then showed i
Last Updated: 2026-05-28
Chapter: SorryCLAIREThe next few days passed in a strange blur, somewhere between slow and fast, like I was watching my life happen from a distance.The news cycle continued without me, reporters still called but I didn't answer, my lawyer handled everything while I tried to focus on what I could control. My business.Orders kept coming in steadily, not explosively but consistently, two hundred and thirty-seven became three hundred, then three fifty, then four hundred.Nina called every day with updates, shipments going out, customers leaving reviews, everything running smoothly.I threw myself into work, designing new pieces, planning the next collection, responding to customer messages personally. It was easier than thinking about my father or Ethan or any of them.Julian watched me carefully during those days, he didn't push me to talk but he was always there, making sure I ate, making sure I slept, making sure I didn't disappear too far into my own head.On the fourth day after the lawsuit wen
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Chapter: I Did ThisCLAIREThe production house felt like a sanctuary compared to the chaos outside. Nina greeted me at the door with a warm hug."How are you holding up?" she asked."I'm okay," I said, though I wasn't sure if it was true."The second production run is almost complete," she said, leading me inside. "Come see."We walked to the main studio where racks of clothing hung in neat rows. My designs, dozens of them, in different sizes and colors.I stopped and stared, my breath catching slightly. "They're beautiful," I whispered.Nina smiled. "They really are," she agreed. "Your vision came through perfectly."I walked over and ran my fingers over one of the blazers, the fabric smooth and substantial under my touch. "This is real," I said quietly."Very real," Nina confirmed. "And selling well, you have over two hundred orders now."I looked at her, surprised. "Two hundred?" I repeated."Two hundred and thirty-seven to be exact," she said. "And more coming in every hour.""Even with..." I hesita
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Chapter: Collateral DamageCLAIREThe next morning, I woke up to my phone ringing. I grabbed it off the nightstand, squinting at the screen through bleary eyes. It was Nina."Hello?" I answered, my voice rough with sleep."Claire, have you seen the news?" Nina asked, her voice tight.I sat up quickly, suddenly wide awake. "What news?" I asked."Turn on your TV," she said. "Any news channel."I climbed out of bed and walked to the living room, grabbing the remote. Julian was already there, standing in front of the TV with his arms crossed, his expression dark. The screen showed a news anchor sitting behind a desk, a photo of Ethan displayed in the corner."...Cross Industries stock has dropped fifteen percent since news of the lawsuit broke," the anchor was saying. "Investors are pulling out amid concerns about the company's ethical practices."I stopped beside Julian, my mouth falling open slightly. "What's happening?" I asked."Fallout," Julian replied, his voice tight.The screen cut to footage of Ethan leavi
Last Updated: 2026-05-27
Chapter: Undeniably Happy The car rolled to a gentle stop in front of the resort, the late afternoon sun casting a warm glow over the modern glass and wood facade. Leona pressed her hand to the door as Adrain hopped out first, flashing her that easy smile she’d grown so fond of.“Ready for this?” he asked, holding out his hand.Leona laughed softly, her nerves melting into excitement. “I think I’ve been ready for this since…well, since you booked it.”He grinned, tugging her gently into the passenger seat. “You deserve a break after everything. And, you know…” He leaned closer, voice soft. “I like spending time with you. Officially.”Her chest fluttered. She felt the warmth of his hand brushing hers and smiled. “Officially, huh? I like that.” She squeezed his hand back. “I like you too, Adrain. A lot.”He chuckled, the sound low and easy. “Good. I was hoping you’d say that.”The drive through the winding paths of the resort was quiet, comfortable, punctuated only by their shared glances and the occasional comm
Last Updated: 2025-11-30
Chapter: Karma An hour later, Leona walked out of the building. The meeting had been productive. The board had agreed to her recommendations. The company would survive. It would thrive, even, once the scandal died down and new leadership was established.She felt lighter, steadier, like she had cut the last rope tying her to her old life. Like she had finally closed a book that should have been closed years ago.Her driver opened the car door again. She got in, settling into the familiar seat.As the car pulled away from the building, her phone buzzed.Dana.Leona answered, pressing the phone to her ear."Dana?""Ma'am… have you heard?" Dana's voice was strange, shocked, uncertain."Heard what?"Dana sucked in a shaky breath."Emily is dead."Leona didn't speak. She stared out the window, watching the city blur past."Selene pushed her during a fight," Dana continued, her words coming faster now. "They said Emily showed up at Selene's apartment screaming about how Selene had ruined Dorian's life, ru
Last Updated: 2025-11-30
Chapter: Final Move Two weeks passed, and the city still whispered about the scandal. Selene's lie. Dorian's shame. The child who wasn't his. Reporters camped outside the hospital gates like vultures waiting for carrion, their cameras ready, their questions prepared. Dorian barely showed up anywhere anymore, not at the office, not at public events, not even at the places he used to frequent with such confidence. Investors were nervous, making phone calls, holding emergency meetings, discussing their options in hushed tones. Staff members whispered in corners, speculation running wild through every floor of his company.Leona watched it all from a distance. She didn't smile. She didn't celebrate. She didn't gloat or feel any particular satisfaction in watching Dorian's world crumble.She simply waited.Every day she bought a little more of Dorian's company shares. No dramatic announcements or public declarations. She did it like someone who already knew the ending, who had read the last page of the book a
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Chapter: FreeWhen Dana left, Leona sat back down, opened her laptop, and got to work. She answered emails that had been piling up, checked reports with fresh eyes, signed approvals that had been waiting. She didn't feel tired. She didn't feel angry. She was steady, focused, present. She felt like she was building something, not cleaning up a mess. Not putting out fires. Actually creating something new.Hours passed, quiet and calm and productive. She lost herself in the work in a good way, in a way that felt like purpose rather than escape.At noon, Dana peeked in through the partially open door."You should eat," she said. "You've been staring at that screen for three hours straight."Leona looked up from her screen, genuinely surprised at the time. The morning had passed in what felt like minutes."You're right." She stood, stretching her arms above her head. "Let's go downstairs. I want something simple.""Sandwich and juice simple?" Dana asked hopefully."That's perfect. And maybe one of thos
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Chapter: A New Morning Leona woke up before her alarm today, and she didn't feel that tight pull in her chest. No fear. No anger. No weight pressing down on her shoulder blades like invisible hands trying to force her into the ground. She stayed still for a moment, staring at the soft morning light painting patterns on her ceiling, watching dust motes drift lazily through the air. Her body felt strange, almost light, like she had left something heavy behind in her sleep, like someone had quietly removed chains she'd worn for so long she'd forgotten they were there.She turned her head slowly and looked at the clock on her nightstand.6:03 a.m.She breathed out slowly, feeling the air leave her lungs in a way that felt different. Cleaner somehow.Then she smiled. A small one, but real. Genuine. Not forced. Not performed for anyone's benefit.She got out of bed, her feet touching the cool floor, and made her way to the bathroom. She brushed her teeth, washed her face with cold water that shocked her skin awa
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Chapter: Stronger THE LUNCH They walked out of the building together, side by side, their pace matched and unhurried. Dana watched from the reception desk, smiling into her tablet like she wasn't obviously invested in exactly what was happening, like she hadn't been hoping for this exact outcome.Outside, the wind was cool, carrying the faint scent of rain that might come later. The sun wasn't too harsh, filtered through a thin layer of clouds that softened everything. Adrian led the way to a small place around the corner, a simple café with green plants by the window and soft music playing inside, the kind of place that didn't try too hard, that just was what it was.It wasn't fancy. It wasn't loud.It wasn't a place for power games or business posturing.It was… gentle.He held the door for her, a small gesture that felt natural rather than performative. She stepped inside, feeling the warm air brush over her arms, feeling the tension she'd been carrying in her shoulders start to ease without her ev
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Mafia's Captive Desire
He leaned in, inhaling her sweet scent as his hands traveled from her back to her waist, and then down to her thigh. She felt her breath hitch as she let out a small gasp.
"We shouldn't be doing this." She said, her voice barely above a whisper.
"Then tell me to stop." His voice was low, daring, as his fingers traced slow circles on her skin.
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Lucy had always lived life on her own terms, until the night everything changed. One moment, she was free; the next, she was bound to Barry Cooper, a cold, dangerous man who ruled the underworld with an iron fist.
She never expected to be trapped in a world of power struggles, deceit, and unspoken desires. But as the lines between captor and captive blur, Lucy realizes she’s caught in a deadly game, one where trust is a luxury and survival is not guaranteed.
Will she escape the ruthless mobster who owns her… or will she become his greatest obsession?
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Chapter: Perfect Ending?"Of course. You're my best friend." Lucy hugged her back. "And for what it's worth? I think you and Dean are good together. I've seen the way he looks at you when he thinks no one's watching. He's crazy about you.""I'm crazy about him too." Julia pulled back, wiping at her eyes. "Okay, enough about my mess. Let's talk about you. Are you really okay? After everything with Barry and your family?""I'm getting there. It's still weird to think about... that the people I called Mom and Dad weren't my real parents, that they're alive somewhere running a mafia empire. But I'm processing it." Lucy took a deep breath. "I'm meeting with them next week. Barry's arranging it.""Are you sure that's a good idea?""No. But I need answers. I need to understand why they left us." Lucy's voice hardened slightly. "And I need them to know that they don't get to just walk back into my life like nothing happened. They made their choice. Now they have to live with it."Julia squeezed her hand. "You're so m
Last Updated: 2026-05-17
Chapter: What's Going OnTWO WEEKS LATERLucy stood in front of the mirror in her room at the estate, smoothing down the soft cream sweater she'd chosen. It had been two weeks since Rome. Two weeks since Barry had told her the truth about her family. Two weeks of processing, thinking, and slowly rebuilding what had felt broken.A knock at her door made her turn. Barry stood in the doorway, hesitant in a way he rarely was."Can I come in?" he asked."Of course." Lucy managed a small smile. "You don't have to ask.""I feel like I should. After everything." Barry stepped inside but kept some distance between them. They'd been careful with each other these past two weeks, polite, gentle, like they were learning how to be together all over again."Dean just called. It's done. Jessica's been handed over to the Council." Barry's voice was neutral, but Lucy caught the relief underneath."What will they do to her?""She'll face trial for betrayal. For plotting against a family head, for recruiting men from my organiza
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Chapter: My Life Is A LieLucy's hands were shaking as she unlocked the hotel room door. Her mind kept replaying Carrick's words, the cold look in his eyes when he'd said, 'Ask him what he knows about our family.'Barry was on the balcony, his phone pressed to his ear. When he heard her come in, he turned and smiled, but it faded the moment he saw her face."I'll call you back," he said into the phone, then hung up. "Lucy? What's wrong? You look upset."Lucy set down her shopping bags slowly, carefully, like they might break. Her whole body felt fragile, like one wrong move would shatter her into pieces."I saw Carrick," she said quietly.Barry went completely still. "What?""My brother. I ran into him at the market." Lucy's voice was steady, but her hands wouldn't stop shaking. "He was there, Barry. In Rome. What are the chances of that?"Barry's expression shifted, becoming guarded. "Did he say anything to you?""He said a lot of things." Lucy moved closer, her eyes searching his face. "But the most interest
Last Updated: 2026-05-14
Chapter: Family Reunion?The next morning, Lucy woke to an empty bed. She reached across the sheets, finding Barry's side still warm but vacant. Sitting up, she spotted a note on his pillow written in his sharp, precise handwriting.'Had to take a call. Didn't want to wake you. Order breakfast. I'll be back soon. ... BLucy smiled, tucking the note under her pillow like a teenager with a love letter. She ordered breakfast to the room, fresh pastries, fruit, coffee, and ate on the balcony while watching Rome wake up below her. The morning sun painted everything gold, and Lucy felt impossibly happy despite the lingering questions from last night.Barry had promised to tell her everything today. About her family, about whatever he'd been holding back. And yes, that scared her. But he loved her. He'd said it multiple times last night, whispered it against her skin, murmured it as they fell asleep tangled together. That had to count for something.After breakfast, Lucy showered and dressed in white linen pants and
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Chapter: Something I Don't Know Lucy woke to sunlight streaming through the curtains and the sound of birds chirping outside. For a moment, she forgot where she was, then it all came rushing back. Rome. She was in Rome. She rolled over to find Barry already awake, propped up on one elbow, watching her with a soft smile."How long have you been staring at me?" Lucy asked, her voice still rough with sleep."Not long. You look peaceful when you sleep." Barry leaned down and kissed her forehead. "Good morning.""Good morning." Lucy stretched, feeling the expensive sheets slide against her skin. "What time is it?""Almost nine. I thought we'd have breakfast on the balcony, then go explore the city. Sound good?""Sounds perfect."They ate breakfast outside, fresh pastries, fruit, coffee that was better than anything Lucy had ever tasted, while Rome came to life below them. The city looked differe
Last Updated: 2026-05-13
Chapter: Surprise TripLucy was in the library, curled up in her usual window seat with a book she wasn't really reading. Her mind kept drifting to Barry, to the way he'd been acting since Jessica's visit three days ago. He'd been distant, distracted, disappearing into his office for hours at a time. When they did see each other at meals, he'd smile at her, ask how her day was, but there was something off. Something he wasn't saying.She'd tried asking him about it yesterday, and he'd just kissed her forehead and told her everything was fine. But Lucy knew it wasn't fine. She could feel it in the tension in his shoulders, see it in the way his jaw clenched when he thought she wasn't looking.The sound of footsteps made her look up. Barry stood in the doorway, dressed casually in dark jeans and a white button-down shirt, the sleeves rolled up to his elbows. He looked... different. Less stressed than he had been. There was even a slight smile on his face.&nb
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