Chapter: Chapter 125ELIThe morning of my wedding felt… calm.Not quiet, because nothing about weddings is ever quiet, but calm in a way I didn’t expect. The kind of calm that settles deep in your chest when you know you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.Sunlight streamed through the window, soft and golden, brushing across the neatly laid-out suit on the chair, the shoes by the door, the little details that suddenly felt much bigger than they were.I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my collar for what felt like the tenth time. It was definitely the tenth time.“You’re going to wrinkle it if you keep doing that.”I glanced over my shoulder. Lizzy stood by the door, arms crossed, watching me with a knowing smile.“I’m fine,” I said.“You’ve said that five times in the last ten minutes.”“I am fine.”She raised an eyebrow. “Eli.”I exhaled. “…Okay, maybe I’m a little nervous.”“A little?” she laughed. “You look like you’re about to defend a thesis, not get married.”“That’s because this is wor
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Chapter: Chapter 124CarterI had argued cases in packed courtrooms, negotiated deals that could make or break companies, and faced down people who thrived on pressure and intimidation.But none of that was compared to this.I stood in my kitchen, staring at absolutely nothing while holding a small velvet box in my hand. It felt heavier than it should. Not necessarily because of what it contains but because of what it meant.I exhaled slowly, running a hand through my hair before glancing at the time again.Eli would be here soon.We had kept things simple after his graduation, no drama and no sudden declarations to the world. Just… us. Slowly, intentionally stepping into something real without the weight of secrecy or restraint hanging over us.And now, I wasn’t nervous about the answer. That wasn’t it. I was thinking about everything it took to get here. The investigation, the entire chaos, Dante. The risk of losing everything. And yet, somehow, Eli had stayed simply because he chose to. Every time.A s
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Chapter: Chapter 123ELIThe sun was high and warm, casting a golden glow over the university grounds. The campus had been transformed for the graduation ceremony, rows of white folding chairs neatly lined up, a dais at the front, and banners flapping gently in the breeze, celebrating the Class of the Year. The air buzzed with laughter, excited chatter, and the occasional squeal of delighted students spotting friends and family.Maya and I walked together, our gowns were slightly heavy and our caps perched perfectly on our heads. The ceremony was orderly, but the energy was electric. Both of us had made the honors list this semester, and I felt a mix of pride and disbelief, after the whirlwind of the past year, it almost felt surreal to be standing here, moments away from officially graduating.I scanned the crowd as we approached our seats, and relief washed over me as I spotted my mom and Lizzy. Mom waved enthusiastically, her smile radiant even from a distance, and Lizzy gave me a thumbs-up. I couldn’t
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Chapter: Chapter 122CARTERThe city outside was alive with its usual buzz, but inside, my corner of the firm felt like a bubble. I was reviewing some case files, though my attention kept drifting. Weeks had passed since the Dante fiasco, the investigations, and everything with the ethics board, but even now, a residual tension lingered, as a cord stretched tight in the background of everything I did.A soft knock at the door broke my concentration.“Come in,” I called, without looking up.The door creaked open, and my father stepped in. He looked… different. Not entirely, but there was a subtle weariness in his eyes. I wondered who let him in.“Carter,” he said, his voice steady but carrying a hint of uncharacteristic caution.I finally looked up, arched an eyebrow, and gestured toward the chair across from my desk. “You’re early. And unannounced. How are you here without warning the receptionist?”He gave a faint smile. “I thought I’d try something different for once. No games, no intermediaries.”I lea
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Chapter: Chapter 121ELIIt was the first day of my final year and it felt so unreal. Not in a dramatic, life-changing way. It just felt different. And after all the baggage I had to carry towards the end of last year, I’m happy I didn’t start the final year with all that.I stood just outside the main building, watching students move in clusters—laughing, complaining, dragging themselves into a new academic year. Some looked excited. Others already looked tired. As for me, in the coming year, I won’t be here anymore.Maya nudged me. “You’re doing that thing again.”“What thing?” I snapped out of my thoughts.“The staring-into-the-distance-like-you’re-in-a-movie thing.”I scoffed. “I’m not doing that.”“You are,” she said, grinning. “It’s very dramatic and annoying.”“I’m just thinking.”“Dangerous.”I rolled my eyes, but a small smile tugged at my lips.“I can’t believe this is our final year,” I said.“I can,” Maya replied instantly. “I’ve been waiting for this since the second year.”“That’s because yo
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Chapter: Chapter 120CARTERThe office felt different without Dante. It always would, but something foundational had shifted, like a piece of structure had been removed and everything else had subtly adjusted to compensate. It had been weeks. It was long enough for it to fade away but not long enough for it to feel normal.I stood by the window in my office, looking out at the late afternoon skyline. Summer had all but slipped away. The air outside carried that faint crispness that signaled the start of a new season.A knock came at the door.“Come in.”Liam stepped in, dressed a little more neatly than usual, a backpack slung over one shoulder.“Hey.”“Hey,” I replied, turning slightly. “You look like you’re about to go somewhere.”“I am,” he said. “Back to school. Thought I’d stop by before heading out.”I nodded, gesturing toward the chair.“Sit.”He dropped into it, setting his bag beside him. Neither of us spoke yet. There was still a certain awkwardness between us. We were still figuring out what
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My Stepbrother Divorced Me—and Lost Everything.
“Sign it!”
Marcus didn’t even look at me when he tossed the divorce papers onto the bed—not at the husband he had lived with for two years, not at the man he pulled from a collapsing life, not at the man who the world was against marrying.
He only said, “He’s back,” and that was enough to end everything.
So I signed the papers, regretting knowing the man who taught me what it felt like to be wanted again and walked out of the mansion we once shared.
A year later, the headlines screamed the unthinkable:
CEO of Hale Enterprises, Marcus Hale, Loses Everything.
I realized it was the perfect time to exert my revenge on him.
But I didn’t expect to find my stepbrother on his knees, broken, desperate, and still looking at me like I’m the only thing he has left.
Then a message appears on my phone:Do you want to know the truth about your mother’s death?
Now I’m trapped between the past I ran from and a man I swore I would never forgive.
As secrets surface, lies unravel, and desire refuses to die, I realize this divorce was never the end.
It was the beginning.
And this time, my stepbrother will regret choosing anyone.
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Chapter: Chapter 5CYRUS’s POV “Do I really need to spell it out?” I asked. “I don’t need to take revenge on you directly. I know just the right strings to pull to make you regret ever leaving me… and just wish you never crossed paths with me.”“What if,” he said quietly after a pause, “I already regret it?”Our eyes locked. And just like that, everything inside me collapsed. My heart sank so violently it hurt. What was this? What was wrong with me?Why did his words still reach places I swore were dead?Did I care that he regretted it?Did I want him to?I had come too far. I couldn’t back out now. Not even while he knelt there, broken. Not even when part of me wanted to kneel with him to get him back on his feet. “You’ve not regretted it enough.” I replied, my voice barely cold. “It’s until you beg for life to take you back to where it was given to you.” I didn’t wait for his answer.I turned and walked away before I could see what my words did to him—before I could see if they broke him or if th
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Chapter: Chapter 4CYRUS’ POV “CEO of Hale Enterprises, Marcus Hale, Loses Everything.”I had imagined this moment many times—how it would feel, how my chest would tighten, and how satisfaction would bloom deep inside me. Instead, what I felt was a sharp pang of pain in my chest. But it won’t hold me down. My steps quickened as I glided down the stairs, my pulse racing.“Maxwell, hurry,” I said into the phone, ending the call before he could reply.“Mr. Carter, why are you in such a rush?!” Elizabeth, the senior maid, ran after me, almost breathless as she struggled to keep up. “The time has come.” I said calmly. “That’s why.” She raised an eyebrow. “The time for what?” “For something long overdue.” My smile sharpened. “Revenge is best served when cold.” “What revenge?” She asked, confusion clouding her face. “One I have been patient with,” I responded. “And it begins right now. I’m heading to New York.” Her eyes widened. “You can’t be serious. Who will run the company here?”The evening breeze
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Chapter: Chapter threeCYRUS’ POVThe words rang in my ears like a church bell on repeat. My lips trembled, my legs went numb, and my mouth fell open as I struggled to breathe.“Marcus,” his name was the only thing I could manage. “Is this—”“I’ve already signed the agreement,” he cut in sharply. “I don’t need your opinion. All I need is your signature.”“Who is back?” I asked.“Maxwell,” he replied without hesitation. “My boyfriend.”The words shattered something inside me. My breathing turned heavy, hot tears burning at the corners of my eyes.“Boyfriend?” I echoed, and he nodded.That picture I once saw hidden in his drawer suddenly made sense.So it was him.“You had a boyfriend while you were in a contract marriage with me?” My voice shook. “Wasn’t it clearly stated that we weren’t allowed to be in a romantic relationship with anyone else?”“I’m glad you understand what the word anyone means,” he snapped. “That explains why you opened yourself for me while—”I didn’t let him finish.My hand moved befor
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Chapter: Chapter twoCYRUS’ POV“I wonder why I had to wait that long to pop your hole, stepbrother,” he said casually, laughing.I forced a smile—one that didn’t reach my heart.“You don’t have anything to say?” he asked, stepping closer. His breath brushed my face. “What’s wrong, husband?”“Nothing,” I lied. “I need to take a shower.”I slid off the bed, my thighs brushing together. I glanced down and froze—slick between them, his mess and mine.“Cyrus,” he called softly.“I just need a break.”I pushed the bathroom door open, stepped inside, and shut it behind me. Resting my head against the door, I whispered, “This shouldn’t have happened.”My eyes drifted to the bathtub. I crossed the room and slowly lowered myself into it, letting the water swallow me whole.It all started five years ago, after my father’s sudden death by poison. I was reduced to nothing—no house, no fame, no money. I was nothing more than a fly.My mother and I became a burden.No one stepped forward to help us. Not even my father’
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Chapter: Chapter oneCYRUS’ POVA divorce agreement.He wanted to end this. End us.“Why?” I asked, my throat dry, sweat forming as my hands trembled.His gaze held mine, steady and unfeeling.“He’s back.”A FEW MINUTES AGO ~~~My fingers dug into his hair as I arched my lower back, spreading my legs apart while my head fell backward as the first touch of his tongue—a knowing swipe—grazed my hole, a burning sensation blooming inside me. “Marcus.” I moaned, shooting my ass up. “Hmmm,” he hummed. “How do I make you feel?” “Good. Ahhh—” I cried out of ecstasy. “Fuck…” “You haven’t given a reply.” He teased, his tongue still gently teasing my hole. “You make me feel good.” I muttered, my voice coming out nervous. My eyes locked with his and he smirked. “I know it’s your first time. But I still want you to know how good sex can be.” “Teach me.” I said, breathless.“Beg me.” He uttered, sharply.“Please— Marcus.” I pleaded, my body shaking tremendously. His tongue finally slid in. I shut my eyes as it d
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Chapter: Chapter 11Jullian.I was dressed up, and ready to go, I looked at the mirror, again and took a deep breath. The internship thing was still new to me and it was too early to back out. I took another deep breath and headed out. I was halfway down the stairs when I heard noises. First, it was a thud, then it was grunts.It echoed faintly through the lower level of the house, just enough to pull my attention away from the mental checklist running through my head.I slowed down and listened to it. The sound came from the left hallway. I hadn’t even explored that area yet. I only walked through once.The door at the end of the hallway was slightly open, and the sound was louder now but more controlled. I pushed the door open just enough to look inside. And immediately wished I hadn’t.Dante stood in the middle of the room, shirtless. Sweat beads clung to his skin, tracing the lines of his back and shoulders as he drove his fist into a heavy bag suspended from the ceiling.That was what was making th
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Chapter: Chapter 10DanteThe day ran like it always did, efficiently and well controlled.By noon, I had already handled two disputes at the docks. Someone had even brought a paper for me to sign, but it was only when I took a good look at it that I realized this agreement shouldn't even be on paper at all. I wondered why this mistake still occurred with my so-called competent men.Aside from that, everyone on the ground was obedient and alert. They didn’t question my authority, and that was how things stayed intact.Alejandro himself barely needed to say anything anymore. A look was enough and I handled the rest, that was my role.“You’re distracted again.” I didn’t look up from the file in my hand.“I’m not.”Alejandro didn’t respond immediately. He never did when he knew he was right.I set the file down slowly. “What is it?”He leaned back in his chair, studying me. “You tell me.” There was no irritation in his tone, he was just observing me. “There’s nothing to tell.”“It’s the boy.”I stilled.“Yo
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Chapter: Chapter 9JulianI barely saw Dante the next morning. Which was probably for the best.After last night, I wasn’t sure what I would say to him or what he would say to me.“You are alive because I say you are.”The words had followed me upstairs, into bed, and into sleep. They sat heavy in my chest even now, as I stood in the kitchen with a cup of coffee I wasn’t drinking.Dante walked in exactly at 7:12, in his dark suit, black tie, and unreadable expression like nothing had happened.“Your car is outside,” he said.I looked up. “My car?”“The firm sent a driver.”“Right.”I waited, for an apology, an explanation. Something.It never came.“Your badge is in the envelope on the counter,” he said. “Don’t lose it.”Then he walked out, just like that. I stared after him, irritation curling under my skin. Unbelievable.The law firm occupied nearly thirty floors of a glass building downtown. It was tall and polished and slightly intimidating The kind of place where everyone looked expensive and impor
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Chapter: Chapter 8DANTE’S POVBy the time I left the house, Julian was upstairs. I knew because one of the cameras caught him pacing the front of his room twenty-three seconds after I shut the front door.He was restless and curious, already testing the edges of the cage.I watched the feed for another moment from my phone before locking the screen and sliding it back into my pocket.He was safe. That was all that mattered.The black car was already waiting at the curb. Tico stepped out from the driver’s seat the moment he saw me.“Everything clear?” I asked“Yes, sir,” he answered and I got in without another word.The city changed the farther we drove.The quiet, expensive neighborhood Julian had seen was only one face of it. It was like a polished mask. Beneath it, there were older streets, darker ones even. Some buildings looked abandoned from the outside but held more secrets than most people could survive.We stopped in front of a warehouse by the docks. From the outside, it looked dead. The cobw
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Chapter: Chapter 7JULLIAN“Get dressed.”I blinked, looking up from the notes spread across the small desk in my room. “I am dressed.”Dante stood by the door, leaning against the frame like he owned the space, which, technically, he did.“Not for where we’re going.”“And where is that?”“Around.”I frowned. “Around… where?”“The neighborhood,” he answered absent-mindedly.I stared at him for a second, trying to figure out if this was another one of his vague tests.“You’re taking me on a tour?”“Yeah. What does it look like? I’m making sure you don’t get lost.”“I can use Google Maps.”His lips twitched faintly, but it wasn’t quite a smile.“I know.” he paused “But you’re still coming with me.”There it was again, that calm and certain tone. Like arguing wouldn’t change anything.I exhaled, pushing back my chair. “Give me five minutes.”“I’ll give you three.”What is this? The military?The neighborhood looked… normal, too normal to be honest. There were clean streets, quiet buildings, and cars parked
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Chapter: Chapter 6DanteJulian settled in faster than I expected and that should have been a good thing. Except it wasn’t.I stood in the living room with a glass of whiskey untouched in my hand, watching him from across the space without making it obvious. He moved around like he belonged there, opening drawers, adjusting things, and placing his belongings with quiet precision.Most people didn’t do that in a place like this. Not without permission. He paused by the shelf near the window, running his fingers lightly over the spine of a book before sliding it out. He flipped through it briefly, then put it back exactly where he found it. He was careful and observant. He wasn’t just settling in. He was learning.I took a slow sip of my drink, letting the burn settle at the back of my throat.“Do you rearrange everything you touch?” I asked.He didn’t turn immediately. Just adjusted the book slightly, then glanced over his shoulder.“I put it back where it was.”“Did you?”A small frown formed between hi
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