The Architect Of My Ruin
"Don't! Stay right there!" she yelled.
Killian’s face instantly hardened, He hated those words. He hated the boundaries she kept trying to draw between them.
"You know how much I hate it when you say that.." he gritted, He didn't stop moving, until he invaded her space, "And you know how much I fucking hate it when you step away from me, Elara."
He looked entirely unhinged.
"If I have to destroy your entire world, bleed your family dry, and break your wings just to keep you under my roof... I will do it." He murmured, with a breathless smile..
"W-what?" she whispered..
"Over and Over Again.." he vowed, his hands suddenly wrapped around her waist, pulling her against his chest.
He leaned down, his lips brushing her
"And I will ruin absolutely anyone who dares to stand in my way." he delivered the final, chilling promise.
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On the night of her engagement party, Elara Pierce’s perfect life shatters. Her father is arrested, her family’s empire collapses, and her cowardly fiancé betrays her.
Desperate and hunted, she flees straight into the path of Killian Vane, the most ruthless, terrifying billionaire in the corporate world.
He offers to free her father and clear his name. The price? Nothing. But in his world, "nothing" is always the most expensive price tag.
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Chapter: Chapter Five.The moment they stepped out of the hotel and into the night air, a breeze hit them. Despite the long sleeves of her new gown, Elara couldn't suppress a shiver.Killian walked toward a midnight black Rolls-Royce idling at the curb. His driver had already pulled the door open, waiting with a bowed head.Killian stopped, giving a subtle nod that dismissed the man, who immediately stepped back.Holding the door open himself, Killian turned his gaze onto Elara, who was standing a few feet away, hesitant."Get in." he commanded softly."A-actually, I brought my own car. I can just drive my–""For God's sake.." Killian muttered under his breath.Before she could finish her sentence, his hand wrapped around her wrist. With a firm tug, he hauled her into the plush leather of the backseat."You talk entirely too much.." he mumbled, sliding into the seat right beside her and slamming the door shut.The driver immediately put the car in drive, and the Rolls-Royce drove into the city traffic."Hey
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Chapter: Chapter Four.Elara gulped as she too, took a step backward."No. I don't need Roman's help either. I told you–I will handle this myself.""Handle it yourself?" Killian’s dark chuckle was devoid of humor. He took another step forward, "Every second you waste standing here playing the proud martyr, the Feds are freezing your assets. Time is a luxury you don't possess, Elara. By morning, you won't even have a roof over your head, let alone a battle strategy."Elara kept retreating until the wall behind her halted her.. She was trapped.Killian closed the remaining distance instantly, looming over her so closely.He leaned down, tilting his head until his face were inches from hers.Elara’s breath caught, her chest heaving... He was too close, his scent completely intoxicating and terrifying all at once."So..." Killian whispered, "Let me help you, Elara."She forced her mind to stay firm. She knew how the elite operated. No one did favors for free, especially not a man like him."What do you want in
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Chapter: Chapter Three."M-Mr. Vane..." Roman stammered, as blood continued to drip from his nose onto his expensive shirt.Killian didn't even blink in his direction, his gaze was pinned entirely on Elara.an uncomfortable heat rushed through her, and she took a cautious step backward.The moment she retreated, a subtle shift crossed Killian’s face, his jaw tightening just a bit."W-we are so incredibly sorry.." Roman sputtered, "We had no idea this was your private suite.""This is a restricted floor.." Killian said flatly, "Were you blind when you entered the elevator, or simply illiterate?"Roman shivered nervously.."I-it was just a mistake. A misunderstanding caused by... my fiancée."To save face, Roman reached out and grabbed Elara, hauling her back against his side.Elara shot a glare at Roman, but with Killian watching, she forced her social mask back on, pinning a fake smile to her lips.Killian eyes dropped to Roman’s fingers around Elara’s waist. Then, very slowly, Killian lifted his gaze back t
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Chapter: Chapter Two."Why are you looking for him?"Elara stepped in front of her father. She was a bit of the size of the men, but her desperation made her tall."We have a warrant for his arrest." the lead officer stated, "He's being charged with grand larceny and systemic fraud. The IRS has also flagged several offshore accounts linked to his company's recent activity."The words hit Elara... Fraud? Larceny? Offshore accounts.?"What?" she breathed, "No, no no... No! that's impossible! It's not true. My father would never-""Elara..." her father's voice was a broken whisper behind her.She turned, tears already blurring her vision. She shook her head fiercely, refusing to hear the defeat in his tone.He was the only person she had left in this world. To see him branded a criminal in front of the very people who used to beg for his invitation was more than she could bear.Who is doing this to us?! she internally yelledAs the men stepped forward to bridge the gap, Elara didn't budge. She gripped her fat
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Chapter: Chapter One.Every corner of the Grand hall was covered in white orchids, the scent thick and cloying, matching the crushing pressure of the expectations in the room.At the altar, Roman Sterling adjusted his cufflinks.He looked every bit the polished heir."Oh, you look so handsome, son." his mother whispered, stepping into his space. Even at fifty, she wore her diamonds and elegance like a charm.Roman offered a smile."I still can’t believe you chose that Pierce girl." she continued with a hiss. "I heard her father is drowning in debt. Are you sure you know what you’re doing, Roman?"Roman chuckled, "Mom, come on. Remember the plan? We just need that land. The mine alone holds enough gold to settle their debts ten times over. They’re desperate...so I offered a ring in exchange for the deed. Two years from now, I’ll hand her the divorce papers and keep the fortune."His mother’s expression softened, a greed mirroring his own."I like the idea..."Roman’s smirk deepened as his gaze drifted towar
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