Rejected By My Husband: Cherished By My Three Brothers
I was married to one of the city's richest billionaires, but inside his home, I was just a ghost. Damian never once looked at me with love. Never did he touch me with kindness. He didn't see me as a woman, or even a person. I was just… a stand-in.
A stand-in while he waited for someone else to come and my heart broke in silence.
But the day he walked into our home with his first love, Vanessa, hand in hand it finally broke for good.
I found my strength and I placed a signed divorce papers on his desk.
Damian scoffed, his eyes cold. “You’ll regret this. You’ll crawl back. Women like you always do.”
I thought he was right. I thought I had no one, nowhere to go, and nothing to live for. Until the black car stopped in front of me.
That night, three powerful men stepped out, calling me by a name I didn’t even know was mine. Adrian Valehart, a ruthless tycoon whose eyes were as sharp as steel and silenced a room.
Nathaniel Valehart, the cold, brilliant lawyer who never lost a case. And Leo Valehart, the superstar adored by millions. They told me I was, their long-lost sister, the only daughter of a billionaire family.
I thought they were wrong. But when Adrian gave me shares worth billions, Nathan vowed Damian would walk away with nothing but shame. Leo wrapped his arm around me and declared to the world, “This is my sister, my one and only.” Everything changed
And Damian… Damian refuses to let go. He came crawling back, begging for a second chance. “Please, give me another chance,” he said. But my three overprotective brothers wouldn't let him touch me and his pride will not die quietly.
Baca
Chapter: CHAPTER 31Serena’s POVThe air in the Valehart boardroom was cold as ice.The glass walls let in morning light that cut across the long table like blades. The walls, once symbols of power and pride, now seemed to close in around us. Every breath, every whisper felt dangerous.Adrian stood at the head of the table, like a storm contained inside a man. Even though he looked calm, the tightness in his jaw showed that he was angry. Nathan stood to his right, arms folded, his sharp eyes scanning every face in the room. Leo leaned back in his chair and bounded one leg under the table. He was tense and antsy.And I sat between them with my heart racing as I watched Mr. Harland come forward.He had always been polite to me. Smiling in meetings. Giving me praise whenever I talked. Pretending to be loyal. Now, that he was sitting there under the weight of Adrian’s stare, that politeness had drained from his face.Adrian didn’t waste time. “You were caught in CCTV footage meeting with Damian Cross,” he s
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Chapter: CHAPTER 30Serena’s POVThe days after the break-in passed in a strange, quiet haze.The Valehart estate was now watched over by guards in every corner. The halls were filled up with cameras, and the security room was always buzzing with voices. But the air still felt unsafe, like danger had found a key to our house and could come in whenever it wanted.Nathan turned one of the east-wing offices into an investigation room. Papers, files, and laptop screens filled the space. He didn't get much sleep because he was always working on finding the traitor who had betrayed us.I felt grateful and guilty every time I walked by that room. Grateful that they cared enough to protect me. Guilty that I had brought so much chaos into their lives.Adrian remained like a fortress—quiet, smart, and always in charge. He spoke in short commands, and everyone obeyed. But I could tell he was tired by the look in his eyes. Even Steel cracks when it's pushed too far.And me? I was trying to breathe again.I could
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Chapter: CHAPTER 29Serena’s POVThe message burned in my mind long after I set the phone down.“They know where you live.”Six words. Simple and cold. But they wrapped around me like a fist in the dark.I stood frozen on the balcony, the night air biting at my skin. The sound of my heart beating was loud enough to drown out the sounds of the city far away. For the first time since returning to the Valehart mansion, the place that had come to feel like home suddenly seemed too big, too quiet.I told myself it was just another sick trick to scare me. But the worry didn't go away.When I finally went to bed, I left the curtains open, because I needed the moonlight to help me remember I wasn't alone. Sleep came slowly, restless and thin and every shadow in the room whispering questions.It was somewhere around past midnight, a sound broke through the silence.A soft click.My eyes snapped open.For a moment, I thought I was dreaming. Then there came another sound, a faint shuffle near the door. My heart st
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-02
Chapter: CHAPTER 28Serena’s POVThe morning started with a strange silence, the kind that feels wrong, like the air itself was about to breakI woke to my phone buzzing endlessly on the nightstand. There were so many notifications that I couldn't clear my screen fast enough. Mentions. Hashtags with my name in them. My stomach twisted before I even opened one.Leo burst into my room seconds later, hair messy, eyes wide. He was still in his pajamas. “Serena—don’t go online,” he said breathlessly, holding up his phone. “You won't want to see this.”My voice came out rough. “What do you mean?”He didn’t answer. He just handed me his phone.The headline on the screen burned into my eyes:“Just in: Serena Valehart Slept Her Way Into Power?”Below it was a collage of photos of me entering a hotel lobby with Adrian a few weeks ago, sitting next to Nathan at a gala, and hugging Leo. The photos had been cut, twisted, and spliced together in a way that made them look like something dirty.I felt blood drain out of
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-02
Chapter: CHAPTER 27Serena’s POVThe world didn’t sleep after my words hit the airwaves.By the next morning, my face was everywhere—on TV, in newspapers, and on the phones of millions of people who suddenly thought they knew who I was.Some called me brave. Some people said I had no shame.The news stories were crazy and never-ending.“Gold Digger or Goddess? The Nation Divides.”“The Billionaire Brothers’ Sister Speaks Out.”Each title felt like a punch and a strange form of freedom all at once.I held a mug of coffee that had been cold for hours as I stood by the window of my room at Valehart Mansion. Outside, reporters sat by the gate like wolves, waiting for something to happen. Overnight, my name had become a brand, and I wasn't sure if I should be proud or scared.Leo burst into the room without knocking, his usual energy buzzing through the air. He wore a hoodie and sunglasses, as if the paparazzi might break at any moment.“Guess who is trending in twenty countries,” he said breathlessly, wavin
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Chapter: CHAPTER 26Serena’s POVThe morning air in Valehart Mansion felt strangely peaceful—too peaceful. Like the kind that comes before a storm. Sunlight streamed through the tall windows of the dining hall, lighting up the white marble floors in pale gold. Today, the house didn’t hum with tension.Adrian was sitting at the head of the table and carefully reading a paper as he always does. Nathan was on the phone with a lawyer, and Leo was half-awake and singing to himself while scrolling through his tablet.I slowly stirred my tea and watched the small swirl it made. The events that happened yesterday were still sticking to me like smoke. Damian’s voice. His confession. The way his eyes had back and forth between guilt and something softer.I hadn’t told my brothers anything about that meeting. Not yet. There were too many tangled threads I needed to sort out first.“Serena?” Leo’s voice cut through my thoughts. “Are you okay? You look like you’re trying to hypnotize that tea.”I smiled faintly. “J
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The Billionaire's Pawn
I never wanted to be his wife.
I hated Roman Blackwood because he was untouchable, conceited, and ruthless. However, When my father’s debts threatened to destroy us, I had no choice but to sign the contract that bound me to him. My freedom was just another possession in his universe.
His words, his rules, and the gloomy fire in his eyes caused me to doubt my sanity. To withstand his icy indifference and the violent intimacy that left me simultaneously breathless and broken, I tried to be invisible.
But, his betrayal was worse than his cruelty. In the fine print of our marriage, I discovered the truth: I wasn't just his wife. I was a pawn in a game I don't understand. And when I challenged him, his cold grin made it clear that I meant nothing to him.
So I ran.
I believed I could leave the man who broke me and start a new life. But Roman doesn't lose and forgive. He is now chasing me, saying he is a different person and pledging atonement.
However, when I discover a secret that he has kept even from himself, I realize that the monster I escaped from may be the only one who can protect me from what lies ahead.
Because when Roman Blackwood threatened to destroy anyone who attempted to take me away from him, he wasn't lying.
Even if it's me.
Baca
Chapter: EPILOGUE The sun rose gently over the expansive estate, its golden rays beams through the wide windows and highlight the serene scene within. Naomi sat in the garden, her laughter blended with the soft chirping of birds. She held two small babies in her arms, their gentle coos bringing the distinct sound of fresh life into the room. Two years had flown by, a tapestry of hardships, victories, and emotional moments. The happiness and tranquility they had worked so hard to achieve suddenly eclipsed what had seemed like an endless struggle. Roman came out onto the terrace and looked at his wife and kids, his eyes warming. Naomi looked up, her eyes full of love, her smile radiant.With a hint of surprise and fatigue in her voice, she muttered, "They're already asleep." Roman approached and lowered himself next to her. With the same gentleness that one could reserve for the most delicate of treasures, he removed the small boy from her arms. “He’s going to be as strong as his mother,” Roman mu
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-02-15
Chapter: CHAPTER 110A Wedding to Remember Roman's POVThe room was bathed in a warm glow as the morning sun came through the drapes. I awoke to the distant bustle of the city and the faint sound of birdsong, but nothing could compare to the woman who lay next to me. Naomi's chest rose and fell with each gentle breath, her face relaxed in the kind of peace that came only after storms.Today was the day. I didn't feel like I was being pulled down by the past. Instead there was an enormous sense of expectancy, as if I were on the brink of something significant, something that would change my life. I moved a little, brushing a stray strand of hair from Naomi's face. She stirred and opened her eyes meeting mine."Morning," she said in a sleep-smoggy voice. "Morning," I replied, my voice soft but tinged with excitement. I couldn’t help the smile that appeared on my face. "You ready to become official Mrs. Blackhood?" A smile twisted her lips, and she stretched languidly before supporting herself on on
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Chapter: CHAPTER 109A Safe HavenRoman's POV As I watched Naomi move gracefully across the room, I sipped my coffee while leaning on the kitchen counter. Her hair was in an untidy bun, and she was humming gently. Her appearance in one of my baggy shirts caused an inexplicable sensation in my chest. “Did I ever tell you how hit you look in that?” I asked, my voice low and teasing.A sneer tugged at Naomi's lips asshe looked over her shoulder. “Flattery this early in the morning, Roman? What do you want?” I put down my mug and laughed. “Nothing. Just stating the truth.” She rolled her eyes and returned to scrambling eggs on the stove, not bothering to cover her smile. The air was thick with the aroma of spices and butter, and it surrounded me like a cozy blanket. Simple, peaceful, and unguarded moments like these served as a reminder of our progress. But, the weight of something unsaid hung over me even as I took it all in. “Naomi,” I started, my tone more serious now. Her brow furrowed sli
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-02-15
Chapter: CHAPTER 108The Wedding PreparationRoman's POV I stood in the doorway of our bedroom, watching Naomi sleep, her chest rising and falling in a regular beat. Her skin was glowing golden as the early morning sunshine crept through the curtains. In sharp contrast to the commotion we had experienced to get here, she appeared calm.I felt contentment for the first time in a long time, something I had not experienced in years. It wasn't the kind that accompanied short-lived triumphs or meaningless accomplishments. This was quieter, deeper, and completely connected to the woman in front of me.Now it was more than just contract or a deal, I want a formal wedding with her. She had brought light into my world of calculated risks and cold decisions. And for her, I wanted to be more than the man I’d been. more than the man I had been for her.But how could I make it special without complicating it? I didn’t want grandeur or anything that felt impersonal. Naomi deserved something that reflected her—simpl
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Chapter: CHAPTER 107 Naomi’s Gallery ReopensNaomi's POVThe gallery was alive with conversation and excitement, and it was around me like a cozy hug. I was standing close to the door, my fingers shaking a little as I held a flute of sparkling cider. But it wasn't fear. It was a sense of expectation. With work of love, the new gallery rose from the ashes of the one Elijah had destroyed. I had designed every detail with Roman's assistance, making sure it reflected both my art and my journey. The space was warm and inviting, with exposed brick walls that gave it character and high ceilings that made the room feel spacious. Each sculpture was softly lit by track lighting, and the romance was enhanced by the gentle creaking of the natural wood floorboards beneath the feet. This gallery offered a more personal touch than the previous one's sleek and modern vibe. Roman had insisted on a handcrafted sign above the entrance, and I’d chosen the name carefully: “New Hope Studio.”Along with my work, local a
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-02-15
Chapter: CHAPTER 106 The Proposal Naomi's POVMy heart hammered in my chest as I was standing in the dark room. There was an oppressive, uneasy silence.a “Roman?” My voice shook a little as I called out again, but I made an effort to speak steadily.No response.I hesitantly stepped closer, letting my toes touch the cool ground. My heartbeat's faint sound, a constant reminder that I wasn't dreaming, filled the silence."Don’t overthink it," I whispered to myself, though my body refused to relax. Something about the sudden darkness felt calculated, deliberate. I inhaled deeply and moved toward the bedroom door, feeling my way through. My fingers touched the wall's edge as I went slowly and carefully. The silence was nearly deafening, and the air felt heavier with every stride.A loud click reverberated throughout the house as I entered the corridor that led to the sitting room, and the lights flickered back on. I froze, blinking to avoid the unexpected brightness.And then I saw it. The sitting room
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-02-15
Chapter: EPILOGUE Every Damn TimeThe hospital hallways had a slight scent of antiseptic and warm tea, which was both scary and comforting at the same time. There was a faint hum of machines behind the walls as Damian and Eliot sat with their fingers crossed in the waiting room. It had been hours since the ambulance brought Leo and Lila in, and those hours had become awful. Eliot put his head on Damian's shoulder. His eyes were red from crying, but they were still wide with hope. The doctor finally came out and took off his mask with a tired but calm smile. Eliot jumped up so quickly that the chair hit the ground behind him. Damian also stood up. His heart was beating so fast that it felt like each beat was going to rip his chest open. It was like a soft balm when the doctor told them that Leo and Lila were safe and that their injuries were not as bad as they thought. With rest, medicine, and time, they would get better. Damian put his arm around Eliot and held him steady as the world went back
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-08-31
Chapter: CHAPTER 151AftermathDamian’s POVThe drive was the longest drive of my life. The city lights blurred past the window, every flicker of lighting and every passing shadow pulling my chest tighter. Eliot sat beside me in the passenger seat, his silence louder than any word. His hands rested on his knees, clenched so hard that his knuckles were white. He had a soft glow on his face from the console, but it didn't cover up the fear in his eyes.My grip on the steering wheel ached, my fingers were stiff, jaw locked. I couldn't help but keep looking at him, wanting to reach out, to tell him it would be okay. But the words felt like lies. How could I promise him safety when we were driving straight into Vera’s hands? The photo of Leo and Lila burned in my head, the ropes, their pale faces. Their lives were hanging by a thread every second we wasted.The road got narrower, and the city gave way to a stretch of empty buildings by the docks. The address from Vera's message showed up on my GPS as a half-ob
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-08-31
Chapter: CHAPTER 150One Last BattleDamian’s POVThe house was dark when I returned, but I could see the faint glow of a lamp through the living room curtains. I stopped at the door and put my hand on the wood to listen to the silence. Everything I had been through that day, Aaron's broken words, the cold silence of my dad's grave, and the shadow that kept following me around in my mind ached in my chest. For a moment, I almost didn’t want to step inside. Home was supposed to be peaceful, yet tonight I felt like I was dragging every ghost I had ever known through the door with me.When I finally pushed the door open, the familiar scent of cedar and faint vanilla candles wrapped around me. Eliot was sitting on the couch wrapped in a soft blanket. He had a book on his lap, but he didn't pay much attention to it. He wasn’t reading anymore. His eyes flicked up when I walked in. They were soft and searching, like he had been waiting for the sound of my return the whole time.You’re late,” he said quietly.
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-08-31
Chapter: CHAPTER 149One Last SecretDamian’s POV I couldn't fall asleep the night before I went to see him. The letter sat on the nightstand like it was alive, whispering my name in the dark. Eliot's steady warmth pressed against me as I turned in bed, his arm around my waist. He was soundly asleep, his lips slightly parted, and his chest rose up and down in a rhythm that should have calmed me down. But I kept thinking about the few lines that Aaron had carefully written: "I don’t expect forgiveness. But I need you to know I’m trying to change.”By dawn, I had given up on sleeping. I got dressed in silence and walked through the house as if the walls could question my decision. My reflection in the hallway mirror stopped me for a moment, I could hardly recognize the man staring back. I had tired eyes, a stiff jaw, and a weight on my face. I pressed my palms on the cool surface and whispered, “Why am I still letting him do this to me?”But I knew the answer. Closure. The kind that never happens in lett
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-08-31
Chapter: CHAPTER 148A Love with No MaskDamian’s POVThe sound of Eliot’s footsteps echoed through the ruined beach house like thunder. He pushed me out of the way, his face white with anger, his shoulders stiff as stone. As he stormed out the door, the broken glass crunched under his feet, leaving me standing there in the dim light of a home that no longer felt like ours.I stood there still for a long second, the weight of my silence heavy on my chest. I wanted to run after him right away, but my body wouldn't let me because I felt guilty. I thought that keeping quiet would protect him. Instead, it made a gap between us.Finally, I moved, pushing past the overturned chairs and shattered frames until I reached the doorway. Even though it was very bright outside, I could clearly see him. He was standing by the fence with his back to me and his eyes on the ocean. He had such a tight grip on the wood that his fingers were turning white.“Eliot,” I called out softly, my voice hoarse. No answer.I stepped
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-08-29
Chapter: CHAPTER 147Blake’s Shadow Damian’s POV It was so quiet when the morning began that it almost didn't seem real. The slow waves of sunlight came in through the sheer curtains and touched the polished floors and the edge of the bed, where Eliot was still sitting with his coffee. The soft sound of birds from the garden outside seeped in, their notes so light they made the silence inside seem even gentler. For a moment, it was almost easy to believe that life had settled, that danger had finally loosened its grip. Half-dressed, I leaned against the window frame and watched him curl up on the couch with his coffee. His hair was still a mess from sleep, and his eyes were dark but sparkling in that way they always did in the morning. There was something calming about the way his chest rose and fell, steady and unhurried. I said to myself, "Maybe today will be normal." But normal never seemed to last long with us. His phone rang, and the noise broke the silence like glass breaking on tile. Eliot fro
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-08-29
Chapter: CHAPTER 34Aura’s POVKai and I were silent for a long time after Leona left. It felt like a wire was stretched tight, vibrating with what we didn't say.I tried to forget her voice, the way she leaned in close, and the nasty whisper she said to kai. I tried to forget how he had tensed up, and his breathing had sounded like someone had lit a match in his chest. But it's hard to forget when the past keeps knocking on the door.I looked at him as he stood by the window, his back muscles tight and his jaw clenched. He knew I was looking at him. Still he didn't say anything. The words hung between us, raw and unfinished.“Whay she said can't be true,” I said softly, more to myself than him.Kai slowly turned around and looked me in the eyes. His silence wasn’t cold. It was careful. “I know. Leona is known to be cunny.”But doubt had a scent. And I could smell it on him.I didn’t want it to get worse. So I did the only thing I could.I offered proof.“I want to do the Moonfire rite,” I said later t
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-06-29
Chapter: CHAPTER 33Aura’s POVThe sky was wide open above the trees the next morning after my heartbeat matched the baby's. There was a quiet buzzing sound coming from the town under it as people pretended to move on and not notice that the world had split in two.But there was something heavier on my chest than the rift.llI woke up before Kai did. His arm was around my waist and felt heavy with warmth. Even though the glow in my hands was gone, I could still remember it. I looked up at the ceiling and traced the familiar lines in the wooden beams, trying to calm down because I couldn't get rid of my fear.I wasn’t ready for what came next. Whatever it was.But it came anyway.A knock rattled the cabin door before the sun had fully risen. Sharp and urgent.Kai stirred next to me. But I put my hand on his chest to calm him down.“I’ve got it,” I whispered, already moving.He followed me anyway, silent as a shadow.I pulled open the door.And there she was.Leona.She didn't look right. That was th
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-06-12
Chapter: CHAPTER 32Aura’s POVThe crack in the sky didn't go away even when the sun came up.It glowed through the morning like a wound that refused to heal, casting a silver glow through the early sunlight. I stood by the cabin window, wrapped in one of Kai’s shirts, watching it with my hands resting on my stomach. The baby was quiet again, but I could feel a hum inside me, a strange beat that matched the light above. I didn’t speak for a long time—because part of me feared that saying it aloud would make it more real.Kai set down a hot tea mug behind me on the table. He didn't ask if I was okay. I think he already knew the answer. He put his hands on gently my shoulders and made me feel grounded like he always did. I leaned back into his touch and put my head on his chest.“The crack has gotten deeper,” I whispered. “It wasn’t this wide last night.”He smiled and rubbed his lips against the side of my head as he nodded. "It got bigger like the moon did. With us.”Ithought back to the voice—the w
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-06-11
Chapter: CHAPTER 31Aura's POVThe moon looked too full and stilll. It hung over the trees like a silver crown and filled Kai's cabin and the town with a pale, watchful silence. The world felt stretched thin—like if I whispered too loud, it would tear apart.As I stood at the edge of the porch, I ran my fingers along the wooden railing. The worn grain felt cool under my touch. One of my hand cupped the round of my belly. The other hand curled slightly at my side. Not because it hurt, but because I was filled with anticipation. The baby moved again, slow and strong, as if he could feel it too.The night breathed, and so did I. I felt tense, but not scared. I felt something deeper, like the first time you understand the world isn't always mean.Behind me, footsteps approached gently. It was not rushed or hesitant.Kai.He didn’t say anything right away. Just stood close enough that I could feel his warmth on my back. Before I knew it, my shoulders felt better after getting stiff.“You feel it too,” he s
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-06-07
Chapter: CHAPTER 30 Aura’s POVEverything seemed... different the night after the dream.The air was denser, charged like the moments before a summer storm. Invisible energy running through the trees outside Kai's cabin made my skin tingle. Though my body longed for rest, I could hardly sit still, pacing the wooden floors.Kai watched me silently from his seat by the fire, his eyes never leaving me.“You should rest,”he said softly.I shook my head. "I can’t. It feels... wrong. Like something’s coming."Without saying anything, Kai got up and stood in front of me, softly putting his hands on my shoulders. Though dread coiled tighter in my chest, his touch grounded me and steadied me."I know," he said simply. “But you should rest notwithstanding.”Somehow, those words were enough to halt my trembling hands. I closed my eyes and leaned into him.He took a single breathAnd then—-A crash broke the calm.The door exploded inward, ripped from its hinges.A woman walked through the wreckage, black robes sw
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-06-01
Chapter: CHAPTER 29 Aura’s POVThe next morning, the air in the town felt thick—like the world itself had changed in the night while we slept.Or tried to.I woke with my hand resting protectively over my stomach. Kai's body curled around mine like a shield. The cramps had faded to a low ache, and the baby moved gently inside me, calm rather than frantic.I let out a sigh of relief.We had time. Maybe not much, but enough to breathe. Enough to prepare.I slowly got out of bed. Kai awoke right away, his golden eyes flashing open.“Aura?” His voice was hoarse with sleep and worry.Brushing my fingers across his stubbled jaw, I whispered, "I'm fine.”He looked at my face for a long time before slowly nodding.Neither of us said it, but we knew things outside the cabin weren’t okay.Not even close.The rumors had started even before the sun rose.By noon, it was undeniable. Whispers in the market. Stares in the town square. Doors that had once swung open in welcome now barely cracked when we passed.“They
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Masuk
