And he took my breath away
She’s the Editor-in-Chief. He’s the CEO who destroyed her heart.
A year ago, August Wilmer walked out on Remy in the pouring rain, leaving her with nothing but devastation and a promise to herself: never again.
Now, Remy is the successful Editor-in-Chief at the Daily Chronicles, a master of control. But her meticulously built world crashes when August returns as the company’s new CEO—and he’s engaged to a powerful heiress.
Enter Cory, August’s charming stepbrother, who has patiently pursued Remy since the day August left. When the competition between the two brothers reaches a boiling point, Cory proposes a shocking solution to help Remy save face and protect her heart: a fake engagement, complete with a binding contract.
Their sudden, high-profile 'relationship' successfully throws August into a jealous tailspin. But in the shark tank of the corporate world, Remy's integrity is questioned, forcing her to ask if her career—and her heart—can survive the dangerous game she’s playing.
As the fake relationship starts to feel dangerously real, the Wilmer family’s secrets begin to surface. Remy realizes the mysterious circumstances of August’s departure, Cory’s devotion, and even her own job, are all tied to a painful, decades-old corporate conspiracy.
To survive this war, Remy must choose between the brother who seeks to prove his love and the one who is fighting to reclaim her—before a legally binding contract seals her fate forever.
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Chapter: Chapter 5- Walking meme RemyThe ray of sunlight kissed my skin through my window, instantly dragging me out of sleep. I hadn’t bothered setting up an alarm because I knew I didn’t need it.I reached blindly for my phone on the bedside table.6:30“Shit.”I yanked myself out of bed and immediately headed to the bathroom. Today was my first day back at work after a very long, very needed two months leave. And I couldn’t afford to be late.I stripped out of my clothes and got into the shower. The hot water spilled over me from my hair down to my toes, melting away the remnants of sleep and tension.Thankfully, I had already laid out my outfit last night– a habit I was taught from childhood.I chose a burgundy tailored shirt dress with a red classic point toe high heel to match. Gold accessories, a black rectangle shoulder bag and a sleek messy low bun completed the look. I kept my make up simple but elegant. I didn’t bother with breakfast because the office had that covered.
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Chapter: Chapter 4- Safe heaven Remy“Welcome.” a soft voice echoed through the spacious room, the moment we stepped inside.A young brunette walked towards us. She looked about my age– polished, elegant, the kind of woman who carried confidence the same way others carried perfume. She spoke exactly as she looked. Her smile was bright and she extended a hand. I took it, matching her grip.“Hey, Charlie. Sorry about the impromptu call.” Cory, who strolled behind me apologized while he offered her a brief side hug.“Nonsense. It’s business, never apologize for that.” She dismissed him smoothly. “You must be Remy?” She inquired turning back to me with a raised eyebrow.“Yeah I am.”“Splendid.” She flashed a grin and tapped something on the large tablet in her hand. “I’m Charlie. Housing agent and interior decorator. If you see something you like, just let me know so it can be arranged for you.” I nodded, impressed already.“ Alright,” she said, clapping the back of her hands once, “ let’s get right to i
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Chapter: Chapter 3- Start over RemyI sat there, frozen,every part of me refusing to move, shocked by the news I had just heard.I felt like a fool whose only crime was to love a person who apparently did not give a shit about me.Because if he did, he would have at least told me about this, he owed me that much. Instead he broke up with me and bolted that same week.Cory could see I was reeling– confusion written all over my face.“I thought you knew. I’m sorry, shouldn’t have said anything.” he gulped hard, voice thick with concern.“There’s no need to apologize, you didn’t do anything.” I forced my voice steady. “Your brother on the other hand, isn’t who I thought he was”.If August’s plan was to make me completely forget him, then that was exactly what I was going to do.“For what it’s worth, my brother is an asshole”. Cory confessed, offering me a small grin. “And I never understood what you saw in him anyway.”“Believe it or not Cory, your brother wasn’t always an asshole.” I shook m
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Chapter: Chapter 2- Out of sight, out of mind RemyThe first person I told about the break up was Aliyah. She was the only other friend I had managed to make. I met her on the first day of college and we immediately clicked.It came as quite a shock when I broke the news to her over the phone, amidst sobs. “Slow down babe, it’s difficult to hear when you’re talking and crying at the same time.” she complained gently.“Just come over when you have the chance, I feel like shit.” I hung up before she could reply and continued to wallow in my pain.It took three hours for her to get to my place since we didn’t stay close to each other.As soon as I opened the door, Aliyah’s bright smile vanished immediately she saw the state I was in. I must have looked pathetically miserable.I hadn’t showered since the day after the breakup. The same grey sweat pants and black polo clung to me.My platinum blonde mop of hair–dirty and greasy, was tied in a very messy bun, and I had a blanket draped over my shoulder
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Chapter: Chapter 1- Down the drain RemyNever in a million years did I imagine that this day would come.The day my high-school sweet-heart and soon to be fiancé, looked me in the eye and shattered my heart.August Wilmer had been my day one from the very beginning. Our mom's were best friends and that automatically made us friends. He was always right by my side even before high school and it wasn't long before we became inseparable.A lot of people weren't surprised when we started dating a few years later.It was a kind of relationship that slowly blossomed from friendship to love.We told each other any and everything.And could hardly breathe if we went a single day without seeing each other. He was my soul mate.Now, standing in front of me, drenched from his head to his toe, exposed to the pouring rain, with a blank expression on his face, made my heart pound violently.“What did you say?” My voice shook.August didn't flinch, he just stared at me still with an unreadable expression. “
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