Bound By The Desk
Vorian Rex is the inaccessible elite CEO of NexusVibe, a tech empire that controls the international stage. Affluent beyond extent and submitting to no one, he’s created a lifestyle of authority and confidentiality, concealing his truth: he’s gay, and he’s never permitted anyone near enough to question his dominance. That is, till Zephyr Cole, his new secretary, walks into his office with keen intelligence, subtle resistance, and an aura which dismantles Vorian’s impenetrable barriers.
Zephyr is driven, insightful, and seductively enticing; a man who equals Vorian’s intensity. One late-night encounter triggers a bond that could consume them both. However, with a cruel adversary scheming to take NexusVibe, a family heritage at stake, and Zephyr’s own hidden truths threatening to emerge, their forbidden romance becomes an intense game. When a company scheme reveals their truth, Vorian must choose: safeguard his kingdom or fight for the man who’s proven to him what it means to be liberated.
Baca
Chapter: 51: Table TalkVorian’s POVThe beach house dining room glows warm under the low chandelier. The long oak table sits full tonight. White linen covers it. Silver candlesticks flicker soft light. The ocean breeze drifts in through open windows. It carries salt and the faint smell of rosemary from the roast chicken. Lillian sits at the head. She wears a light blue dress. Her hair is neat. Cassian stands to carve the meat. His sleeves roll up. Elena pours red wine into glasses. The liquid shines dark. Dorian already holds his second glass. He leans back in his chair. Lila swings her legs under the table. Her pink dress brushes the floor. Peas steam in a bowl in front of her.Cassian slices the chicken. “Art gallery opens next week,” he says. “You should come, Vorian. Bring fresh eyes.”Elena smiles. “Lila has a school play too,” she adds. “She is a tree. Very important role.”Lila giggles. “I have three lines,” she says. “I say ‘Grow, little seed!’”Dorian raises his glass. “To trees and art,” he says.
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Chapter: 50: That SmileSelene’s POVI am currently sitting at my small desk in the open office. The cubicles stretch around me like a challenging maze. Everyone doing their thing and minding their business. Maybe, except for the two ladies at my front talking of the latest entertainment scandal. Can’t remember the name they mentioned, which is actually none of my business.But what is an office without gossipers.The air smells of fresh coffee and printer ink. My screen glows with unread emails. Twenty three new ones since I checked five minutes ago. My mug holds cold coffee now, which I had forgotten to drink.My phone sits face down beside the keyboard. It buzzes once, then again. I flip it over. I do not have to check it since I know what it is. But still checked in case the universe wants to get at me.Spam. Just another ad for cheap shoes. I set it back down.The buzz makes me think of last night. Zephyr came home at two in the morning. He tried to sneak in quiet. But that was impossible since
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-16
Chapter: 49: Desk and WindowVorian’s POVI maintain the pout on my face on purpose, letting my head tip a little so my dark hair jumps over my brow, as I say in a quiet voice.“Maybe Lila did teach me, but does it do anything for you?” His fingers come up and brush my cheek, soft and warm. “It does more than it should,” he says quietly, his breath warm on my skin, “and that makes it risky when you use it.” I keep his palm tight before he pulls it, wrap my digits over his wrist, and yank him in till our hearts bump. “Good.”I smile near his lips, then kiss him gently, just a brush at first, but his lips open and his tongue meet mine in a slow, hungry kiss that has the taste of the brew we had before. He pats me on the back like he is soothing me, then his hand creep inside my shirt, and brush over my skin, shooting tiny jolts everywhere they go.I step away just enough to go to the door, turn the latch so it snaps closed, and when I whirl back, Zephyr gazes at me with his ribs moving up and down quick, hi
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Chapter: 48: Morning InterruptionsVorian’s POVI push open the heavy glass door to my office with my shoulder. Two paper cups of coffee balance in my hands.The strong aroma of dark roast drifts up and fills the quiet space.Zephyr already stands near my wide mahogany desk. He bends slightly as he sorts through a stack of thick files. His back faces me.He wears a simple white button down shirt. The fabric pulls tight across his shoulders when he moves. His dark hair looks a little messy from sleep.I smile to myself.I set the coffees down on the corner of the desk without a sound. Then I step behind him.My arms slide around his waist and I pull him close against my chest.I lower my face to the curve of his neck. I breathe in deep.His scent is clean soap mixed with a trace of my cologne that still clings to his skin from last night.“I missed you,” I whisper right against his warm skin.Zephyr relaxes into my hold. He does not turn around.“It has only been six hours since you dropped me off,” he says.A soft laug
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Chapter: 47: Family LightsZephyr’s POVThe door snaps closed behind me, and the soft glow of the family room greets me like a focus.Selene rises quickly, hands folded, her black hair tied up in a messy bun, gaze squinted with that protective stare she has mastered since we were kids.Dad rests on the worn tan recliner, his study specs down on his bridge, a partly done pizzle on his knees. Mom stands near the kitchen arch, drying her palms on a cloth towel, her expression gentle but concerned.My family looked at me for a few seconds.The usual scent of chamomile tea and lemon soap hugs me, steadying me after the crazy night.Selene finally breaks the silence.“Where have you been, dear younger brother?” she asks, her voice sharp but laced with sarcasm.“Do not say work for work does not keep you out until two in the morning.”I kick off my shoes by the door, stalling for a second, and hang my jacket on the hook.“Long night sis, long night.” I say, keeping my tone light.“Company stuff. You know how it goes.
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Chapter: 46: Night Ride HomeZephyr’s POVVorian’s phone vibrates on the clear stand, the screen glowing up with Silas’s text about the intercepted hack, but the lines hardly sink.We stay wrapped on the leather sofa in his space, my head on his chest, his heartbeat calm under my ear.The city skyline shines through the floor to top panes, a wave of bright and clear glows spreading into the dark.His body Is hot against mine, wet with sweat, the light flavor of whiskey still on his mouth from our last kiss. I draw a slow loop on his abs, noticing the muscle tense under my touch.“The hack can wait till morning,” I murmur, tilting my head to meet his eyes.“Let Jake and Silas pull the all nighter. We have earned this.”“We have earned this?”He laughs, the rumble growling strong in his chest, and moves a piece of hair from my brow.“You are really trouble,” he tells, his tone quiet and cozy.“A very big trouble. I should fire you for distracting your boss.”I smile, moving up to bite his chin.“You would miss me t
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-13
Straight Until Him
Alessandro Romano has it all money, power, and a future already planned for him. In a few days, he’s getting engaged to the perfect woman. At least, that’s what the world sees.
But Alessandro is living a lie. He has never loved a woman. He has never even wanted to. And the night before his engagement, one kiss with a stranger makes him feel more alive than ever.
That stranger? Micah Hartwell. His soon-to-be fiancée’s older brother.
Micah is everything Alessandro isn’t: bold, unafraid, and tired of hiding. Their connection is dangerous, messy, and impossible to ignore. But secrets have a way of surfacing.
Sandra, the bride-to-be, is hiding something too. She knows Alessandro’s truth and she’s using it. The engagement is fake. Love is fake. But the damage? That’s very real.
When everything blows up in public, Alessandro has to choose between the life he was raised for… and the love he never saw coming.
He Said He’s Straight is a story about lies, love, freedom, and the fire it takes to be yourself even when the whole world says you can’t.
Baca
Chapter: Epilogue: HomeMicah’s POVThe morning smells like rain and roasted beans. Wet earth clings to the air, fresh and cool after the night shower. The street is quiet, puddles shining under grey sky. I breathe deep.We are walking down the rebuilt district; the same street that once looked like a graveyard for glass and dreams.Alessandro looks around, quiet for once.“Feels different,” he says.“It is lighter,” I tell him.“Like the city finally exhaled.”He nods. “We did too.”We stop near a street vendor. He buys roasted corn like he always does, peels it halfway, and hands it to me. “For you,” he says, voice low. I take it, our fingers brushing for a second. The vendor’s fire crackles nearby, smoke curling up into the evening air. The corn is hot, golden, kernels plump and sweet. “You are still doing that,” I say.“It is our thing now.”“You mean your way of bribing me into forgiving you for past crimes?”He laughs. “Worked, did it not?”“Barely.”We keep walking. There is laughter somewhere
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-03
Chapter: After the FireworksMicah’s POVThe morning after the wedding smells like coffee, rain, and peace.We are sitting on the balcony; barefoot, hair messy, wearing each other’s shirts. The city hums below, but it feels like it is ours alone.Alessandro stretches and yawns. “You are staring again.”I grin. “I married you. Staring is part of the contract.”“Did not read that clause.”“You should have. It is legally binding.”“You look too happy for someone running on two hours of sleep.”“I am wired on love and caffeine.”“Caffeine mostly.”“Do not ruin the romance.”He takes a sip from my mug. “You made this too strong.”“Correction… you are too weak.”“I just said vows to you, do not push me.”“Please. You said vows, cried twice, and nearly dropped the ring.”“That air was slippery.”“Sure.”“You are impossible.”“Yet you married me.”“Biggest risk I ever took.”“And your best investment.”“You sound like a business proposal.”“Everything is a pitch when you are married to a CEO.”“Ex-CEO.”“Fine, retired C
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Chapter: Vows in the GardenAlessandro’s POVThe garden smells like white roses and fresh rain soaking the soil. Delicate petals glisten with tiny droplets, releasing a sweet, clean scent that fills the warm air. I can hear the soft buzz of the remote tune floating gently, but it is my heartbeat that is the loudest thing here, pounding crazy in my heart like a thump bouncing through the silent night, rapid and shaky with thrill.Sandra catches my eye from the front row. Her face is calm amid the buzzing crowd, and she mouths the word "breathe" slowly, deliberately, like a lifeline. I feel my chest tighten less, air slipping in easier, her steady gaze pulling me back from the edge of panic.Then I see him.Micah.He is walking down the aisle with his father beside him; calm, glowing, wearing that grin that always wrecks my composure. His steps are slow and sure, like he owns the moment. The lights catch his eyes, making them sparkle. My heart races; I grip my flowers tighter, trying not to stare too long. H
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-02
Chapter: Engaged ChaosSandra’s POVI am seated in the mansion, song playing on the stereo, my mother cutting apples.“Did you see the news?” She asks me suddenly.“I live on the news, Mother. Be specific.” I answer her skeptically as I do not know where this is going.“The engagement! It is everywhere! Romano and Duvall are engaged! Half the city is confused, the other half is crying!”“Why are they crying though??” I asked, confused.“Because the two most eligible bachelors in the city got engaged to each other.”“Oh…I see… Eligible bachelors my foot.” I roll my eyes. “They should be applauding. It is about time those two made it official.”“Official? They double proposed to each other on a rooftop!” My mother says excited.“That is very them. It is insane.”“It is love.”“You sound like a rom com.”“I raised one.”“You raised two. And both dramatic.”“I will take that as a compliment.”“Do not.” I groan because she will make a big deal out of it.“We have a wedding to plan, Sandra.”“We?”“Yes, we. Mrs.
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Chapter: The ProposalMicah’s POV“You are acting weird.”“I am not acting weird.”“You are definitely acting weird. You have checked your watch five times in the last minute.”“I like time.”“No one likes time that much. What are you hiding?”“Nothing. Why do you assume I am hiding something?”“Because your face looks guilty. Like you stole something.”“I did.”“Oh, really? What?”“Your heart.”“Stop. That is too smooth for a Saturday night.”“Fine. I just wanted to make you laugh.”“Mission accomplished. Now tell me why you are pacing.”“I was actually going to take you somewhere.”“Again? The last time you said that, I ended up in a pottery class surrounded by retirees.”“They loved you.”“They called me ‘sweet boy’ while criticizing my bowl.”“You made an ashtray.”“It was modern art.”“Right. Come on. You will like this place.”“I swear if it is yoga again…”“It is not yoga.”“Promise?”“Promise.”Fifteen minutes late“Micah… this is our building.”“I know.”“Why are we here at midnight?”“Because I n
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Chapter: Between Us Alessandro’s POV “Look at the city. Still awake, like it is proud of you.” I said to Micah as I stood on the rooftop. He is sitting sipping juice.“Proud of us, you mean. You were up there too, Ale.” Micah utters. “Barely. I just stood there looking pretty while you set the room on fire.” “Pretty? That is all I get?” “Fine. Devastatingly handsome. Better?” “Much better. Come here.” Micah pats the space beside him.“Already walking. See? These legs work when you call.” “Sit. You are still in your tie. Let me fix that.” “Fix or strangle?” I tease him.“Depends on how honest you get tonight.” “Cruel. I like it. Loosen away.” He looses my tie.“There. Breathe.” “God, that is better. You smell like champagne and victory.” “And you smell like my cologne. Thief.” “Borrowed. I will return it in kisses.” “Start the payment plan.” Micah points to his lips.I kiss him.“Mmm. Like that?” I ask him.“Again. Slower.” He whispers“You are greedy.” “I know but… only for you
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Chapter: 12: Little BrotherAnya’s POVThe guard’s fingers bite deep into my arm like hot iron as he drags me down the long hall with no mercy. Cold water drips from my soaked hair in steady streams.Each drop hits the marble floor with a sharp splash. My black dress clings to every inch of my skin.Wet, heavy and cold.The fabric sticks to my thighs, my stomach and my breasts.The silver collar presses tight around my neck. The hard metal rubbing my skin raw. If he was going to remove the chain why did he not just remove the collar with it?I can still taste the bitter water Nikolai poured over me. My chest rises and falls too fast. Shivers run through my body, not just from cold but also from fear, from hate and from everything that happened.I could not speak, I could not complain, I could not whine. Who is he to treat me like this?I see a man walk past us. He is tall, his dark hair cut sharp, he is putting on a black suit which fits him perfectly but anyone coming in here to see Nikolai can’t be good. As th
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-22
Chapter: 11: The Leash and the DawnNikolai’s POVI stand in Anya’s given room with the silver collar in my hand. The metal catches the dim light and shines cold.Anya presses her back flat against the wall. Her eyes are wide with fear.Good. Fear keeps people honest.I let my gaze move over her slow.Her face is pale, tears left dry tracks on her cheeks, her lips tremble red.Her dark hair falls messy around her shoulders, long strands stick to her neck.Her breasts rise and fall fast under the thin black dress, the fabric clings to her skin. Her nipples show hard from the cold.Her waist is small, her legs are long and bare.Her skin looks soft everywhere.Perfect to mark. I speak in a calm voice.“Put it on yourself.”She shakes her head fast. Her lips part but no sound comes.I step closer. My hand moves quick.I grab her neck with strong fingers, I squeeze hard.Her face turns red, her hands fly up.She claws at my wrist, nails dig into my skin.Her small struggle makes my blood warm so I squeeze tighter making her
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-20
Chapter: 10: The Collar and the ChainAnya’s POVI cry until my eyes feels heavy. The tears run down my cheeks and wet the pillow.The pain between my legs burns like fire. My pussy hurts with every small move.One wrist stays locked in the silver cuff. I lie naked on the torn sheets.The room is cold. Snow taps the window. I close my eyes. Sleep takes me at last.Morning light comes through the bars. Pale and gray. I open my eyes.The world looks sharp now. My head hurts. I try to sit up. Pain shoots between my legs. My pussy throbs hard.The skin feels swollen and hot. I look down, the nightgown is gone. Ripped pieces lie on the floor. I pull the sheet over my body.My left wrist is still cuffed to the headboard. The metal cuts into my skin leaving red marks. My right wrist is free so I rub it. The door opens with a soft click.A young maid walks in. She wears a plain gray uniform. Her hair is tied back. She carries nothing in her hands.She goes straight to the bathroom. I hear water run and steam comes out.I speak fi
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-19
Chapter: 9: The Whip and the ChainAnya’s POVMy eyes open slowly. The world looks blurry at first, light from the window hurts my head. I blink many times, the blur goes away little by little. The room becomes clear. I see the silk bed under me. The bars on the window.I try to sit up but my arms do not move far. Something cold bites into my wrists. I look up and saw silver cuffs locking my hands to the headboard. One cuff on my left wrist, another on my right. The metal feels tight and hurts my skin. The gray dress I wore is gone. I am in the thin white nightgown again. My hair is wet and sticks to my face and neck. I remember the river. The cold water. Lev’s hand. Everything feels heavy.The door opens with a small sound. Sonya walks inside. She is carrying a bowl of water, the bowl shaking a little. I speak first but my voice is rough. “Sonya, free me. Please take these cuffs off.” But she says nothing. She place the bowl on the small table beside me. Her hands were trembling, fixing her gaze on the
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-16
Chapter: 8: Snow and Black WaterAnya’s POVI sit on the edge of the bed in the gray dress. My boots remain on my feet. The laces feel tight around my ankles. I stay for the time to pass. The timer on the wall ticks with a strong beat in the silent room. The hands show two fifty-five. Then two fifty-six. Then two fifty-seven. My chest rises and falls quickly. I force air in slow through my nose. I force it out slow through my mouth. Only the words Sonya whispered stay inside my head. Kitchen door. Three in the morning.I stand up from the bed. My legs feel weak. I walk to the window. I look outside. Thick snow falls without stopping. The white covers the ground and the trees. No lights moving in the darkness. No guards walking with their guns. I ask myself why I see no one. Where are all the men who watch the house?The key turns in the lock with a soft sound. The door opens just a small crack. Sonya’s face appears in the opening. Her skin looks pale in the dim light. Her eyes are open wide with fear. She
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-16
Chapter: 7: Gray Dress, Cold WordsAnya’s POVI wake up when the first light comes through the bars on the window.The sky is pale gray. Snow still falls outside. Soft. Quiet. My head really hurts.The bruise on my cheek feels tight. Purple, I think. I touch it and pain shoots all over.I pull my hand away and slip it under the pillow. Thankfully the knife is still there, I feel it with my fingers. Cold metal. Good.I do not know why I am glad the knife is still there. It is not mine to begin with.I sit up. The silk sheets slide down. The room is cold. My breath makes small clouds.The door unlocks and Sonya walks in.She carries a tray. There is a tea in a white cu, bread on a plate, and a small jar of honey.She puts the tray on the small table by the bed.She does not look at my eyes.“Eat,” she says. Voice low.I stare at her.“You checked me like an animal last night.”Sonya’s eyes fill with water.“Anya, I am sorry for that but I had no choice but to do that if I want my head intact.”“What are you even doing he
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-15
Masuk
