Chapter: It's just duty right?Matias POV The world comes back in fragments. A ceiling too white. Lights too dim. The distant hum of machines, soft beeping that syncs with the dull throbbing in my side. Pain isn’t new to me, I’ve fought through it, killed through it but this one feels… different. Like something was taken. Like part of me doesn’t belong here anymore.I blink. My mouth is dry. My throat, sore.I try to move, but my muscles protest. Every inch of me feels like I’ve been through war, the kind that takes something far more permanent.There’s a shuffle nearby. Fabric. Rubber soles.I turn my head slightly and see the doctor. Still in scrubs, though his gloves are off and his hair is a mess of gray waves. He doesn’t look tired. He looks relieved.“You’re awake,” he says, his voice quieter than earlier. “Good. We finished about thirty minutes ago. Everything went… perfectly.”I clear my throat. “She’s fine?”He nods. “Vitals are steady. The organ took well. No rejection signs so far. She’s resting in post
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Chapter: The preparation—Two days later Matias POV I’ve smoked more than I should today. The ashtray’s full of half-burnt cigar ends tossed like bones of animals sacrificed for luck. But there’s no such thing as luck in my world. There’s only Power and Precision. And today can’t afford error. Today is the day the doctor arrives, the one man allowed to touch her. To cut into her body. To risk what no one else is permitted to. The moment stretches, a bead of sweat trailing down the back of my neck. Then, without warning, the door opens. I don’t need to turn. I already know it’s Ranor. I drop the last stub into the tray and speak, without looking back. “I want good news.” “Boss,” he answers, voice steady. “The doctor is here.” I finally turn. My eyes narrow. Behind Ranor stands an older man. White beards. Tall. Broad shoulders. There’s a face mask veiling most of his features, but the way he walks measured, confident says he knows his worth. Or thinks he does. The moment our eyes meet, he removes the mask, revealing
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Chapter: Lost woman Castello's POV The scent of aged wood and tobacco still lingers in this room. I pace across the tiled floor slowly, deliberately, a glass of wine in my hand. Each step is controlled, but inside, I’m simmering. Three hours, three damned hours and not a single update.I hate waiting.I swirl the wine, watching it climb and fall along the rim like blood. Waiting makes me restless. Unfocused. Every minute without information is a minute wasted. Matias Salvatore could be erasing his trail as I stand here like a fool. I clench the stem of the glass tighter.He thinks he’s untouchable.He always has. Tight-lipped bastard. Too disciplined. Too clean. Matias plays the long game, the perfect boss, the unshakable one. That’s always been his strength, his calm. But calm is just armor. And everyone has a weakness. Even him.Especially him.The door creaks open, finally. Dante walks in, calm as ever. I can tell from the way he carries himself that he’s found something. There’s a subtle shift in hi
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Chapter: The truth Camilla's POV The door flies open like it’s been struck by lightning.Matias storms in, boots hitting concrete. My head snaps up at the crash. I see movement , him, reckless, violent, furious.“Dante.” His voice slices through the room. “You’ve crossed a line.”The kidnapper , the man who threatened me smirks, stepping back into the dim light. He flicks a cigarette between his fingers. “I knew it! She’s the perfect catch. You finally had a weakness, didn’t you, Matias? Your stepsister, your precious Camilla.”The laughter tastes sour in my ears. My chest tightens.“You think she’s just a pawn in your world?” he taunts, rolling smoke rings that dance in the stale air.Matias’s muscles coil. His jaw clenches so hard the tendons stand out in his neck. “This is the biggest mistake you’ve ever made.”Dante grins like he’s winning. “Mistake? No—it’s progress. Perhaps I should call my boss Castello and relay to him that I delivered your sister right into my own hands. I have plans now. Big
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Chapter: Abducted Camilla's POV I glare at him. “You know what, Matias? Forget it.”I whirl around and storm toward the street, anger hot in my chest, blood pounding in my ears. I flag down the first available cab and slide inside without looking back.I don’t need his permission. I don’t need him. The ride starts off normal.The hum of the engine. The blurred city lights passing outside. The quiet classical music the driver plays on low volume. But something’s off, I notice it when we pass a familiar turn one that should take me back toward the villa. Instead, the driver keeps going. Further. Wrong direction. I frown and lean forward slightly.“Excuse me,” I say. “You just missed the turn.” He doesn’t respond. I glance up at the rearview mirror. His eyes flick to meet mine. Cold. Unfamiliar.There’s no driver’s ID. No name. No company sticker. Nothing. My stomach drops.“Hey!” I raise my voice. “I said you missed the turn, what the hell is this?” He doesn’t speak. My heartbeat picks up speed. “S
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Chapter: Leave with herCamilla's POV “You don’t understand, Jess,” I counter, my voice trembling like it knows it’s seconds from shattering. “You can’t be here.” Jessica scoffs. “Are you hearing yourself right now?” Her voice is louder than I want it to be sharp, outraged, echoing around the terminal like a threat we can’t afford. “No, Cam. I’m not leaving you. What the actual fuck is wrong with you? You’re sick. You’re dying. You need treatment, and instead, you think the best idea is to run straight into your stepbrother’s arms and vanish off the map like we don’t exist?” I flinch like I’ve been hit. But it’s not her words that hurt, it’s the truth inside them. My fingers clench the strap of my bag. I glance away, ashamed. “I don't think he knows,” I murmur. “What?” I meet her eyes again. “Matias I don't think he knows either and I don't want him to find out” Jessica stares at me like I’ve grown horns. “You’re seriously telling me... you came here… to Italy… to stay with your stepbrother, who you’
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Chapter: 005Lena POV Later in the evening, after Ares’ security had swept the apartment for any potential threats, I found myself sitting on his ridiculously comfortable couch, sipping a glass of wine and trying to process everything that had happened. The engagement. The news article. The threat. Everything was all happening too fast. Ares, on the other hand, looked completely at ease. He was sitting across from me, scrolling through his phone, his expression unreadable. "How are you so calm about all this?" I finally asked. He looked up, one brow arched. "Because panicking won’t change anything." I let out a frustrated sigh. "This might be normal for you, but I don’t usually get death threats in my messages." He smirked. "You should feel honored. Someone out there thinks you’re important enough to be threaten." I rolled my eyes. "Gee, thanks. But that doesn't make me feel so much better " Before he could respond, the doorbell rang. Ares’ easy demeanor shifted instantly. He stood up,
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Chapter: 004Lena's POV Ethan’s jaw tightened as his gaze flicked to Ares’ arm wrapped around my waist. His knuckles turned white where he gripped the doorframe, nostrils flaring like a bull about to charge. "Fiancée?" Ethan repeated, his voice dripping with disbelief. I swallowed hard. The air was thick with inexplicable tension, and I could practically hear my heartbeat in my ears. Ares, on the other hand, looked completely unbothered. He leaned against the doorway, his hold on me firm but casual, like he had all the time in the world to watch Ethan unravel. "Yes," Ares said smoothly. "Is there a problem?" Ethan’s furious eyes locked onto me. "You’re engaged to him?" I hesitated. Lying had never been my strong suit, and right now, under Ethan’s piercing gaze, my throat felt like sandpaper. Before I could formulate a response, Ares pulled me in closer until I was flush against his side. His body was warm, solid, and completely unfazed by the brewing tension in front of us. "She didn’t wa
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-26
Chapter: 03Lena POVThe car ride was suffocatingly silent.I clutched my phone, Ethan’s message burning a hole through the screen. My mind was an absolute mess.A few hours ago, I’d been planning a romantic Easter proposal and a Maldives getaway. Now, I was fake-engaged to Ares Kincaid, Ethan’s boss, and sitting in the back of his luxurious car like some kind of twisted Cinderella. Ares sat beside me, one leg crossed over the other, exuding effortless control. He glanced at my phone. "You’re not going to reply?" I stiffened. "Why do you care?" He smirked. "I don’t. Just curious how you plan to handle your ex." I stared at Ethan’s message again. We need to talk. Now. I could almost hear his voice. Demanding. Arrogant. Like he still had the right to my time. Disgustingly Pathetic. I locked my phone and tossed it into my purse. "He can wait." Ares looked amused. "Good girl."Something about the way he said it sent an unwelcome shiver down my spine. I turned toward him, arms crossed. "Where
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-26
Chapter: 002Lena POV I barely had time to process what I’d done. One moment, I was shoving an engagement ring onto a stranger’s finger in a fit of rage, and the next, I was linking arms with him, walking away as if I hadn’t just ruined my own life in the span of five minutes. The crowd still buzzed behind us, whispering about the crazy girl who proposed to a billionaire on the street. My face burned, but I kept my head high, pretending this was all part of my master plan. It wasn’t. It was a disaster. I stole a glance at him as we walked. He was tall, at least a foot taller than me in my heels. His black suit was tailored to perfection, crisp and expensive, like he’d stepped out of a luxury magazine. His dark hair was styled with a precision that suggested he had no patience for imperfections. And his face? Unfairly gorgeous. Sharp jaw, piercing eyes, and an air of authority that made people step out of his way without him even trying. Who the hell had I just fake-engaged myself to? "
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Chapter: 01Lena POV Easter weekend was supposed to be perfect. A dreamy proposal, a romantic getaway in the Maldives, and a future sealed with love. That was the plan. My plan. But instead of champagne and rose petals, I found myself standing frozen outside my boyfriend’s office, staring through the slightly ajar door at a scene that shattered everything. Alicia, his assistant was sprawled across his desk, her perfectly manicured nails digging into his shoulders, her head thrown back in a dramatic gasp. And Ethan, my boyfriend of three years, was between her legs, his shirt unbuttoned, his belt undone, and his hands gripping her thighs as if she were the most precious thing in the world. The same hands that had held mine just last night, promising a future. My heart didn’t just break. It combusted. I must have made a sound because Ethan’s head snapped up, his blue eyes widening in horror. "Lena—" I didn’t wait to hear the rest. My vision turned red, my legs carried me out of there
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-26
Mr Billionaire Husband Regrets Divorce
"I will protect us, you and the baby and we'll live together" Max said with determination, for the very first time, the desperation to have me back was evident in his voice_ but it was too late_ my mind was locked up, my heart sealed; He caused it, every single thing I went through to this day had been because of his ignorance but now, I'm riling with mixed feelings but my decision doesn't change as my mind flashed back with memories_ Everything was at stake, my baby, my Mom. To save them, I had to give up my own feelings, give him an information that would make him not to look for me; it'll hurt, I know but it was for the greater good and I wouldn't mind giving it my all.
" I'm sorry Max but I can't stay with you" I almost broke down as I said those words, watching those hard and stern expression he wore on his face everytime dissolve to fear, my heartbeat skipped, it felt completely empty, felt like I was leaving a part of me behind.
"But why? I could change Vivian, I could forfeit the gang if you want, just let me__"
"I can't Max because I'm not pregnant with your child!" I finally divulged the information and for a moment, a dangerous glint crossed his eyes. " I can't because it's not your baby Max, so let go!"
อ่าน
Chapter: Epilogue 2The rain drummed lightly against the glass windows of a thp penthouse rhythmic whisper against the silence that had settled between them. Vivian stood by the fireplace, her arms crossed, her lips slightly parted as if she wanted to speak but couldn’t quite find the words.Max leaned against the back of the couch, his sharp blue eyes trained on her, unwavering, unreadable. He had removed his jacket, his white shirt unbuttoned at the top, revealing the strong lines of his chest. The firelight flickered against his skin, casting reflection that made him look more dangerous—more irresistible.“I hate it when you shut me out,” Vivian finally said, her voice quieter than she intended.Max exhaled, rubbing his fingers across his jaw. “I’m not shutting you out, sweetheart.” His voice was deep, rough, filled with an edge of restraint. “I just don’t know how to forget the sight of you crying over him.”Vivian sucked in a breath. She knew exactly what he meant. The image of her embracing Daniel
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-05
Chapter: Epilogue 1Max stood at the edge of the terrace, the cool evening breeze tousling his dark hair. He hadn’t expected to feel this way—light, free, and even a bit hopeful. After everything that had happened, all the deceit, the betrayals, the conspiracies that had weighed heavily on his shoulders, he finally had a moment of peace. The past was behind him, but the future was bright, and it was something he’d begun to look forward to.As the golden rays of the setting sun stretched across the sky, Max took a deep breath, allowing the warmth to settle in his chest. He hadn’t realized just how suffocating the tension had been until it was gone. Vivian and Emma, the two people who had become his world, were safe, and the people responsible for the harm they’d caused would no longer be a threat.But this moment wasn’t about them. This was about something else. Something Max had never expected, something that, despite everything, felt like a reward—a new beginning.It had been a quiet evening, the mansio
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-05
Chapter: Chapter 111 Court HearingThe final Blow.The courtroom was filled with tension, the air thick with anticipation. Max stood at the back, his eyes sharp, scanning the room as the defendants were led in. Ruth, Hannah, and Alexander, each appearing cold and composed, but Max could see the cracks forming beneath their facades. Their time had come.The gallery was filled with spectators, reporters, and those affected by the heinous crimes that had been committed. The seats were packed, yet there was a stillness that enveloped the room as the doors opened, and the accused were escorted to their designated seats.Max stood quietly, the weight of the entire process settling on his shoulders. He wasn’t just here to see them convicted; he was here to make sure the truth was brought into the light. The truth that had been hidden for so long. The truth that had torn apart so many lives, including his own.The courtroom had a sterile atmosphere—cold marble floors, high wooden ceilings, and the buzz of murmurs filling the a
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-05
Chapter: Chapter 110Hi dear readers this book is coming to an end with just few more chapters ahead and an epilogue as well, be active.A week later.Max had spent years mastering the art of control—whether in business, in combat, or in the relentless war for power that had shaped his life. But tonight wasn’t just about control. Tonight was about ending this.Ruth, Hannah, and Alexander had played their twisted games for far too long. They had destroyed lives, ripped families apart, and forced Vivian into years of torment. It was time they faced the consequences.Max stood in front of a dimly lit table, the blue glow from the monitors casting reflection over his sharp features. The private estate security footage played in front of him, a slow feed of a place that would soon become the stage for their downfall.Ray stood beside him, arms crossed, his expression hard. “Are you sure about this?”Max didn’t glance at him. “It’s the only way.”Ray exhaled, nodding. “Then let’s go over it again.”The setup wa
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-05
Chapter: Chapter 109Back at the suite, after Max had dropped off the little girl he saved earlier in the hospital to tend to her and also make inquiries about her parents, Max carried Emma inside, gently laying her on the bed. She stirred slightly, her lashes fluttering, but exhaustion kept her under.Vivian brushed a hand over her daughter’s hair, tears threatening to spill. “My baby…”Max exhaled, rubbing a hand down his face. “She needs to rest. And so do you.”Vivian turned to him, eyes flashing. “How can I rest? Max, she was taken! If you hadn’t found her, if you hadn’t—” Her voice cracked, and she pressed a hand to her lips.Max closed the distance between them in two strides, gripping her arms. “But I did find her.” His voice was low, firm. “And I won’t let it happen again.”Vivian looked up at him, searching his face. “Ruth won’t stop.”His expression darkened. “Neither will I.”A heavy silence stretched between them.Vivian’s breath was shaky as she stepped closer, pressing her forehead to his c
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด: 2025-02-05
Chapter: Chapter 108The dim light of Max’s computer screen was the only source of light in the room, casting sharp shadows over his face as he stared at the footage playing in front of him. His hands were clenched into fists, his jaw locked so tightly it ached.The moment Emma had gone missing, he had known something wasn’t right. And now, he had proof.On the screen, the tiny, barely noticeable footage from Vivian’s earrings played. It was a risk he had taken, secretly placing a micro CCTV camera on them before leaving. He hadn’t told her—not because he didn’t trust her, but because he didn’t trust the world around her.And now, that paranoia had paid off.A grainy, shadowy figure moved into the hotel room. The timestamp showed it was mere minutes before Vivian woke up and found Emma gone. The man was fast, calculated—he knew exactly where to go.Then, for a split second, his face was caught in the reflection of a mirror.Max froze the footage and zoomed in. His blood ran cold.Damian Cross.A ghost fro
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